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Job Title: Principal Safety Case Engineer Location: Warrington Leicester Bristol Newbury + Hybrid Working Type: Full Time, Permanent Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits We're looking for a permanent Principal Safety Case Engineer to join our growing team, helping deliver key nuclear safety projects across the UK. You'll play a leading role in developing safety case strategies and guiding

Salary up to £60,000 negotiable, depending on experience + benefits This is a great opportunity to work for an established and fast growing business, where you will have the opportunity to develop a worthwhile career. The company are experiencing significant growth and this will create genuine learning and development opportunities. . click apply for full job details

Do you want to work in an award winning Agency with fantastic earning potentials? If so, keep reading! Recruitment Consultant - Engineering Sector Hybrid - 2 days in office/3 wfh Car or car allowance provided Full autonomy Flexible working My client has a high staff retention, and this is testament to their dedication towards their employees, the culture, a supportive and mentoring environment, resource click apply for full job details

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Are you an innovative Endpoint Security Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to enhance global security operations? Join our client's dynamic team, where your expertise will help shape the future of endpoint security! Role: Endpoint Security Engineer Duration: 12 Months (extension Options) Location: Chester (Hybrid 3 days in Office) Rate: £ 550 per day (umbrella) Why Join Us? At our organization, we believe in fostering a collaborative environment where creativity and security go hand in hand. You'll work alongside dedicated professionals who are passionate about protecting digital assets while supporting cloud migration initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Drive Cloud Migration: Contribute to a major cloud migration program, ensuring seamless transitions and robust security measures. Engineer Security Solutions: Design, implement, and support cutting-edge endpoint security solutions using Trellix, BeyondTrust, and CrowdStrike. Deploy Solutions: Utilize ITSM systems like Remedy and ServiceNow for effective enterprise security deployments. Documentation & Workflows: Produce high-quality technical documentation, workflows, and support materials to guide best practices. Collaborate & Optimize: Partner with security vendor consultants and Technical Account Managers to maximize product performance. Align Compliance Standards: Work closely with compliance, audit, and information security teams to maintain organizational standards. Research & Consultancy: Conduct thorough research and provide informed consultancy on the latest security solutions and trends. Manage Configurations: Define and maintain security baseline configurations, ensuring the highest standards are met. Rapid Response: Address operational issues promptly and efficiently, adapting to a fast-paced global environment. Required Technical Skills & Certifications: Proven experience in endpoint security, with a strong background in both engineering and support roles. Expertise in Application Control, particularly with BeyondTrust solutions. Proficient in scripting with PowerShell and Python-essential skills for this role! Familiarity with Trellix ePO, BeyondTrust EPM Cloud, and policy management in Azure and AWS. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to tackle complex security challenges. Exposure to data analytics tools like Splunk and Power BI. Essential Skills: Excellent workflow management, communication, and interpersonal abilities. Experience with EPM Cloud Migration (this role focuses on EPM, not IAM ). Ability to create clear and effective documentation, including diagrams and technical architecture. Knowledge of governance, risk management, and administrative oversight of workstreams. Quick learner with a knack for sharing knowledge and applying research-driven solutions. Proven ability to thrive under pressure and respond swiftly to emerging challenges. Experience collaborating with architecture and engineering teams on Windows platform design. Desired Skills: Understanding of cloud technologies, especially Azure and AWS. Security certifications, preferably CISSP. Experience supporting macOS/iOS environments would be a plus! What's Next? If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact in the world of endpoint security, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our dedicated team and help shape the future of security! Apply Now! Let's secure the digital future together! Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer.

Wrexham 4 on 4 off - (2 days, 2 nights) £53,000 - £54,000 Experienced or aspiring Team Leader required for maintenance operating int he Engineering space at a family run manufacturer at their Wrexham site, offering competitive salary, additional training and outstanding job security. You will be joining a diverse team of engineers from various sectors and become a valued member of the engineeri

Laboratory Specialist Location: Broughton - Fully Onsite Contract: 12 months (likely extension) Shift Pattern: Double Day Shifts + occasional nights Pay: £29.49 p/h PAYE £39.45 p/h Umbrella Join us and help shape the future of aerospace materials testing Guidant Global is proud to be partnering with Airbus to recruit a skilled Laboratory Specialist who will play a key role in ensuring the quality, click apply for full job details

Financial Planning Administrator Chester (4 days in the office) Up to £31,000 + excellent benefits Looking to build your career with a firm that genuinely invests in your future? This is your chance to join a highly respected, award-winning financial planning and investment business that's been supporting clients across the UK for over 30 years. Known for working with high-net-worth individuals, businesses, and financial professionals, they've built a reputation as a market leader-and a great place to grow your career. They're now looking for a Financial Planning Administrator to become a key part of their collaborative team. You'll work closely with experienced advisers and support high-value clients, playing an important role in delivering a first-class financial planning service. This is an opportunity to develop, learn, and progress within a business that actively supports your long-term career goals. What you'll be doing: Supporting advisers with the end-to-end financial planning process Managing client relationships and delivering excellent service Preparing documentation and maintaining accurate client records Liaising with providers and internal teams What you'll bring: Experience in a Financial Planning / Wealth Management admin or client support role Understanding of pensions and investment products Familiarity with systems like Xplan, IO, or similar Strong communication skills and a proactive mindset What's in it for you: 25 days holiday + bank holidays 10% contributory pension Private medical cover 4x life assurance Full study support towards Chartered status Clear progression pathways within the business You'll be joining a supportive, inclusive environment where your development is taken seriously, and your contribution is genuinely valued.

Recruit Wealth are delighted to be representing one of the UK's fastest-growing national Financial Planning firms, currently undergoing an exciting period of private equity-backed expansion and strategic acquisition. This highly regarded organisation offers a truly holistic client proposition, combining financial planning, wealth management, investment management and professional services to deliver exceptional outcomes for private clients across the UK. Due to continued growth, an outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Planner to join the firm's Chester regional office, one of over 70 offices nationwide. The Opportunity This is a highly attractive advisory opportunity where you will inherit an established client base, while also benefiting from strong internal referral streams and the opportunity to build further relationships. Further details around inherited households, assets under management (AUM), average client size and ongoing advice fees will be discussed during the application process, however this opportunity has been designed to be attractive to a high-quality planner, seeking their next long-term move. You will deliver holistic financial planning advice across: Pensions and retirement planning Investments and wealth management Protection and financial security planning All within a market-leading, whole of market, independent advice framework that places long-term client outcomes at the centre of everything they do. What Makes This Firm Different Our client is widely recognised as one of the largest and most respected names in the UK financial planning sector. The business has built an outstanding reputation through its transparent charging structure, client-first philosophy and award-winning advisory service. With significant financial backing and ambitious growth plans, this is an excellent opportunity to join a firm that combines stability, scale and long-term career opportunity. Support & Infrastructure Advisers are supported by a highly experienced and established office team, allowing you to focus on what you do best, building relationships and delivering exceptional advice. You will benefit from: Full Paraplanning and Administrative support Established regional and national support teams Strong internal referral channels A collaborative culture across a national network of offices We are keen to speak with experienced advisers who have built a strong reputation within financial planning, with a good track record and a CV to evidence this. Ideally you will have: Several years' Financial Planning/Wealth Advisory experience Competent Adviser Status (CAS) Statement of Professional Standing (SPS) FCA registration Minimum Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning and continuing to study further A demonstrable track record advising private clients on pensions, investments and protection Package & Benefits This is an employed position, offering an excellent overall package, including: Competitive base salary Attractive bonus structure linked to new business and initial fees Inherited client relationships Full support infrastructure Comprehensive company benefits package Hybrid working is fully supported allowing flexibility to see clients and run your diary with autonomy. Applications will be well received by those in the Cheshire area to maintain client contact and the surrounding region. Please apply to us here at Recruit Wealth for an immediate response.

A350 Manufacturing Engineering - Lineside (Double Day Shift) Location: Broughton Contract Type: PAYE or Umbrella Shift Pattern: Alternating Double Day Shifts + 20% uplift Clearance Required: BPSS+ Join Us and Help Keep Production Moving At Guidant Global, we're proud to partner with Airbus to bring talented people into roles where they can grow, contribute, and make a real impact click apply for full job details

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-

Are you committed to achieving positive outcomes for others? Are you flexible enough to achieve the above? Are you ready? If you can answer a wholehearted YES! to the three questions above we would love to hear from you immediately Position: Senior Support Worker - (Children's Residential Child Sexual Exploitation Service) £2000 WELCOME BONUS Location: SY5, Shropshire Salary: £30,513 + £3,000 sleep-in bonus (annual average) Rising to £32,219 after 18 months + £3,000 sleep-in bonus (annual average) How would you feel knowing that the things you do daily are making a real difference to the lives of others? At Cambian our vision is to inspire lives and to continually develop them. And not just the individuals in our care but their families and communities too! As a leading provider, we are making sure that the support we offer is constant, reliable and of the highest possible quality at all times. We are currently welcoming applications from enthusiastic candidates to join our team in Shropshire. In this role you will join an experienced and supportive team within a beautiful and fully equipped setting. You will share the same unified goal to actively enable each and every one of the children and young people in our care to achieve their own personal best. We are immensely proud of every single one of our responsible and committed individuals and their constant pursuit towards achieving the highest possible standards and outcomes for the children and young people in our care and also each other. Our first commitment to anybody starting a career at Cambian is to offer best in class inductions, best in class training, and continuous support and development via our best in class and completely dedicated Learning & Development Team. All that we require of new applicants is that you have the experience to be able to demonstrate our shared values - You must demonstrate integrity and accountability, be committed, responsible, person-centred and perhaps most importantly, be enthusiastic in your actions. These values are more important than where we have worked or the positions we have held. They underpin the decisions we make and the actions we take to achieve the best possible outcomes for all involved. If you can easily demonstrate the above, we can give you all the support you require to become a best in class Support Worker, a best in class in Senior Support or a best in class Deputy Manager and beyond. Cambian are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all children within our care. All applicants must be willing to undergo and enhanced DBS check and must be able to provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide reference information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. Benefits: Rate of Pay: £14.50ph Additional; Overtime paid at 1.25Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000 per referral Training and Development Plans to meet your individual needs including NVQs and Career progression opportunitiesWe have our very own Management Development Programme to take those interested from Support Worker to Registered Manager and beyond28 Days Holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays and rising with servicePaid Sickness LeaveOn-Call/Sleep-in/Disturbance RatesSimply Health (Linked to Service)Days out and Activity days off siteMeals provided on shift Team Leader - Rowton - SYS-22505

JUNIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER - CHESTER (ON-SITE / HYBRID) KEY POINTS Up-and-coming Chester-based organisation scaling its technology team Strong progression into Systems / Cloud Engineering Microsoft 365, Azure and virtualisation exposure £27,000 - £33,000 DOE ABOUT THE CLIENT We're supporting an ambitious, up-and-coming organisation based in Chester that is investing heavily in its internal techn click apply for full job details

Amazon Account Executive Location: Tattenhall, Chester (Hybrid) Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, 08:30-17:30 (Part-time considered) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days remote Salary: Circa £35,000 Per Annum My client is a fast-growing, purpose-driven consumer brand within the eco-ethical baby care space. They're on an exciting mission to make real, positive change - and they're looking for someone who wants to grow with them. As the Amazon Account Executive, you'll support the management and development of global Amazon marketplaces. From handling purchase orders to optimising product content and analysing sales trends, you'll play a key role in driving performance across multiple regions. This role suits someone highly organised, analytical, and commercially curious - ideally with some Amazon experience, but passion and capability matter more than years in the job. The Role You'll collaborate with teams across supply chain, marketing, operations, and finance, ensuring the smooth running of Amazon accounts and spotting opportunities to improve sales, content performance, and customer experience. Key Responsibilities Amazon Account Management Process and manage purchase orders across multiple international Amazon platforms Work closely with the supply chain team to maintain strong stock availability Coordinate with marketing, operations, and finance to deliver sales activity and campaigns Identify opportunities to enhance sales performance and operational efficiency Sales & Inventory Reporting Produce weekly and monthly sales and inventory reports Analyse commercial data, spotting trends, risks, and growth opportunities Manage Amazon returns and maintain detailed reporting Content Optimisation Update and improve product detail pages and A+ content to maximise conversion Carry out A/B tests on imagery, copy, and layout to boost CTR and sales Support the ongoing improvement of brand presentation across marketplaces About You Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales and traffic reports Advanced Excel skills and confident handling data Highly organised, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities Positive attitude and comfortable working in a fast-paced scale-up environment Clear communicator who enjoys cross-functional teamwork Experience & Skills (Ideal but not essential) 1-2 years working with Amazon Vendor Central or Seller Central Strong MS Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Comfortable working with KPIs and performance reporting Detail-oriented with a proactive approach Why Join My Client? Work within a small, high-energy, values-driven team Meaningful mission - a business committed to ethical, sustainable impact EMI share options Bupa Private Medical Insurance Pension plan Enhanced sick pay (5 weeks on a 12-month rolling basis) Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off + long-service leave 4 paid volunteering days each year Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote) Staff discount on products Free parking Strong long-term career opportunities in a rapidly growing business

Ashley Rees Associates are currently working with expanding firm of Financial Planners. Due to growth an exciting opportunity is now available for an IFA Administrator based in Chester to join their team, The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support which is to include: Report writing / preparing client financial planning reports Ensure records are maintained and kept up to date New business application processing Preparing client files and reviews Managing online platform with attention to detail The successful candidate will ideally come from a financial services background with a solid knowledge of financial products, including pensions, GIAs, ISAs, and investment bonds. Our client is looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual, who can work as part of a team and have a flexible approach.

Deputy Manager Location: Rowton, Shrewsbury Pay: £15.79 per hour Extraordinary Days Every Day At Cambian Group, you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a Deputy Manager, based within Shrewsbury every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8-18) helps them feel safe, valued and supported. A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters. Main Purpose of the Job: To assist the manager in achieving the aims and objectives of the statement of purpose. To deputise in the absence of the registered manager. To support and manage the staff to enable them to meet the needs of the children and young people. To undertake direct work with children and young people as appropriate. To be the responsible person in managing child protection concerns and complaints. To work in partnership with other professionals to achieve optimum outcomes for young people. To offer supervisions and support to senior staff in line with care quality standards and Children's Homes Regulations 2015. Duties and Responsibilities: You'll be ensuring that each young person has an allocated key workerEnsuring that each member of staff is aware of each child's placement plan and their responsibilities for its implementationAttending childcare reviews and planning meetings to provide information and achieve best outcomes for young peopleUndertaking direct work with young people and acting as an appropriate role modelAssist in developing systems in which young people are consulted about the quality of care they receiveTo assist the Registered Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of PurposeContribute to the devising, implementing and evaluation of changes with the involvement of front line staff to continually improve services, systems and standards, in conjunction with the Registered Manager and the Senior Management teamTo deputise in the absence of the Registered ManagerTo support on and off the rota to ensure adequate staffing according to the needs of young peopleTo ensure that resources are allocated appropriately and financial records are accurately maintained New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. Qualifications/Experience/Requirements NVQ 3 in caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent)Understanding of Ofsted framework (SCCIF)12 months experience working in a residential setting with young people with challenging behaviour including supervisory experience.Knowledge of the Children Act and other relevant legislationTeam Building SkillsSupervision SkillsAbility to manage teams effectivelyExcellent organisational skillsAbility to motivate and enthuse staffA Full UK driving licence is required do to the location and nature of the role What we can offer: Rate of pay £15.79ph£30 Sleep in rateOvertime paid at an enhanced rate234 hours annual leave per yearCareer enhancing qualifications and clear progressionFull enhanced children's and adults DBS paid for by Cambian Group7 - day paid intensive induction training course, face to face and online learning to support your development starting immediatelyGuaranteed opportunity to be enrolled onto an level 5 Leadership & Management qualificationFree onsite parking and meals provided during your shiftCompany events / Fundraising / social activitiesLong service annual leaveRefer a friend schemeContinued support and opportunity for development from your leadership team Your Next Step This isn't just a job - it's a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today! Safeguarding Statement Caretech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups. Rowton SYS-22497

An opportunity has become available for an EC&I Protection Engineer within the Sellafield Infrastructure Strategic Alliance CE&I design team. Power systems & protection engineering directly linked to the Sellafield Electrical Distribution Network Upgrade Project. Only apply if you are a British Citizen and passport holder and not have worked outside the UK during the past 5 years. Candidates

Reward manager Contract: 12-month fixed-term (potential for further opportunity) Hours: Mon-Fri, 9-5 with flexibilitySalary: £75K - £85K per annum (pro-rata)Location: fully remote - ad-hoc national and international travelInterview: 2 virtual stagesStart Date: ASAP A leading global pharmaceutical organisation is seeking a highly skilled Reward Manager for a fixed-term contract, offering the flexibility of fully remote working with occasional business travel. This pivotal role will see you at the forefront of strategic people initiatives, focusing on equity programme design, sales incentive harmonisation, job architecture, and organisational design. You will play a crucial part in preparing the company for new European and UK Pay Transparency regulations, ensuring compliance while supporting business transformation and growth. The position offers an attractive salary of £75,000 to £85,000 per annum (or circa EUR 110,000), pro-rated for the 12-month term, with potential flexibility based on project delivery and organisational priorities. What you'll do: As Reward Manager, your day-to-day activities will centre around driving strategic HR projects that underpin the organisation's transformation agenda. You will be responsible for designing equitable reward programmes that align with commercial objectives while harmonising complex sales incentive schemes across diverse markets. Your expertise will be instrumental in reviewing current organisational structures, developing clear job families, grading systems, and transparent career pathways that foster employee engagement. In addition to these core responsibilities, you will spearhead preparations for upcoming pay transparency regulations in both Europe and the UK-ensuring robust processes are in place for monitoring pay equity and implementing consistent compensation decisions. Design and support the implementation of an equity programme that aligns closely with strategic commercial initiatives across multiple regions. Develop a unified sales incentive framework for Injectables and Energy-Based Devices (EBD), ensuring consistency and fairness across countries. Collaborate extensively with Finance and Commercial teams to structure performance metrics, payout mechanisms, and robust governance processes. Review existing roles, structures, and organisational layers across all functions and geographies to identify opportunities for improvement. Create scalable job family and grading architectures that provide clarity on career progression pathways throughout the organisation. Define transparent career pathways and progression frameworks that enable employees to understand their development opportunities clearly. Design an organisational hierarchy that fits the new operating model while supporting business agility and future growth. Provide comprehensive tools, documentation, and principles to facilitate effective job evaluation as needed by various stakeholders. Lead readiness efforts for European Pay Transparency Directive and UK legislation by establishing monitoring processes for pay equity and gender pay gap analysis. What you bring: To excel as Reward Manager, your background should include substantial experience managing strategic HR programmes within multinational organisations undergoing transformation. Your understanding of European and UK pay transparency legislation will allow you to guide regulatory readiness confidently. You bring deep knowledge of reward strategy-particularly in designing equitable sales incentives-and have previously developed scalable job architectures using recognised frameworks. Your interpersonal skills enable you to collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders while communicating complex concepts in accessible ways. Analytical thinking comes naturally to you; you are adept at interpreting data trends related to compensation equity or workforce structure. Proven experience interpreting European and UK Pay Transparency regulations or demonstrated ability to quickly operationalise new legislative requirements within a large organisation. Extensive background in designing sales incentives frameworks as well as consolidating complex schemes across multiple regions or product lines. Demonstrable expertise in job architecture development, grading frameworks (such as Willis Towers Watson, AON or Hay), and large-scale organisational design projects. Track record of successfully leading company-wide strategic HR projects; formal Project Management qualification is desirable but not essential. Exceptional stakeholder management skills with experience partnering at C-suite level to deliver impactful people solutions. Outstanding communication abilities including experience creating board-level reports that present complex information clearly. Comfortable working within complex environments focused on transformation where adaptability is essential for success. What sets this company apart: This organisation stands out as a leader in its sector due to its unwavering commitment to building an inclusive workplace where every voice is valued. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements-including fully remote options-enabling them to balance professional ambitions with personal commitments seamlessly. The company's focus on transparency extends beyond compliance; it fosters open communication channels between teams at all levels. By investing in continuous learning opportunities and encouraging knowledge sharing across departments, the organisation empowers its people to grow alongside the business. What's next: If you are ready to shape the future of equitable reward programmes while supporting transformative organisational change, this is your moment to shine - apply now by following the link below. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Commercial Accountant Our client, a leader in the food manufacturing industry, is seeking a skilled and experienced Commercial Accountant to join their dynamic team. In this critical role, you will play a key part in supporting the site's objectives by delivering accurate and timely financial information, driving operational improvements, and enhancing overall profitability. Main Responsibilities Challenge existing processes to enhance efficiency and generate value across operations. Conduct financial analysis, including variance reporting, to provide valuable insights and improve performance. Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement effective cost control measures in manufacturing. Assist in the preparation and evaluation of weekly and monthly site accounts. Oversee the costing process for new product lines to support business expansion. Collaborate with procurement teams to optimise margins and enhance purchasing strategies. Monitor and manage inventory levels, ensuring accurate financial reporting. Support budget planning and forecasting activities. Deliver financial and commercial insights to site operations teams, helping to drive informed decision-making. Contribute to the wider Finance team's initiatives to foster business growth and efficiency. Required A professional qualification of CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent Demonstrated experience in an accounting role within food manufacturing or fresh produce sector and strong commercial awareness. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Location Chester area How to Apply If you are interested, please apply below, alternatively, contact Sandra on or

Tax Manager Accountancy Practice Our client, a respected and fast-growing accountancy practice, is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven tax professional who thrives in a client-focused environment and wants to take ownership of a varied and rewarding portfolio click apply for full job details

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-

Our client based in Chester City Centre (Hybrid) requires a Paraplanner to join their existing team. Required to support Financial Planners and Investment Managers by carrying out research, calculation work and preparing reports, ensuring the delivery of high-quality reports and recommendations for clients and clear information to instruct administrators and providers. The role requires a strong attention to detail, and a deep understanding of financial planning strategies, regulations, and products. • CII PFS diploma qualified or equivalent • A Paraplanner background in Financial Services • Excellent numeracy and literacy skills • Ideally educated to A-level standard, or equivalent

Operational Finance Business Partner Chester £60,000 - £70,000 An opportunity to join a multi-national and highly successful business operating in a high growth and exciting market, this business has experienced double digit growth following a number of successful contract wins, requiring an operationally focussed Finance Business Partner to join their growing team. Reporting in to the Finance Manager, you will be the 'go to' person for a number of internal stakeholders, an ideal role for an experienced Cost Accountant or Finance Business Partner looking for a more impactful role, allowing you to make a real difference. Main duties will include; Production of detailed analysis focussing on inventory control and stock levels Detailed pricing analysis designed to maximise returns Business partner with the Operations Director, controlling their budget and monitoring expenditure Liaise with the Finance Manager and Financial Controller in order to monitor cash flow forecasts and quickly identify any potential business risks Create a working cash flow model to be distributed to key stakeholders Deep dive into ongoing operational practices to understand potential efficiencies/improvements Develop a workable model to control stock flows and highlight any excess cost Candidate profile; ACCA/CIMA Qualified preferred - QBE with relevant experience considered Excellent communication skills Advanced Excel Strong commercial acumen Ability to work independently Manufacturing background Benefits; Hybrid working Flexible hours Career progression 26 days holiday Enhanced pension scheme Annual company bonus

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Global Employer Services help companies and individuals moving countries and assist with any tax implications that occur in the move. Working with a broad client base, from start-ups to multinationals who are often moving abroad for the first time, the team work with companies as a whole and with individual employees to help them with some of the biggest decisions of their lives. That means you'll need strong people skills so you can build relationships defined by trust. You'll be part of growing tight-knit team with an emphasis on assigning work that broadens your capabilities. Combined with the direct access you'll have to partners on a day-to-day basis, this is your chance to become an expert and build a career based on what you're good at and what you find interesting. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. You will be a key member of the Global Employer Services group, this role will provide reward and share schemes services for a wide range of clients. You will be responsible for assisting Directors & Partners in providing Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of existing clients and assist with the development of targets in order to ensure the continued growth of the business. You will also provide assistance to senior members of staff in both client work and in the management of the group, as appropriate. We're looking for someone with: Ability to advise on the tax treatment of share options and other forms of employee share ownership An in depth knowledge of EMI, ESS and knowledge of reward tax and related areas such as employment, NIC and capital gains tax etc Expertise on split interest, freezer and nil paid arrangements Experience in the preparation of share valuations and liaison with HMRC Staff management and mentoring experience Awareness of accounting, employment law and company law implications of share incentives Experience of dealing direct with clients including agreement of fees Educated to degree level (LLB preferred), and/or CTA and/or ATT/ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Global Employer Services help companies and individuals moving countries and assist with any tax implications that occur in the move. Working with a broad client base, from start-ups to multinationals who are often moving abroad for the first time, the team work with companies as a whole and with individual employees to help them with some of the biggest decisions of their lives. That means you'll need strong people skills so you can build relationships defined by trust. You'll be part of growing tight-knit team with an emphasis on assigning work that broadens your capabilities. Combined with the direct access you'll have to partners on a day-to-day basis, this is your chance to become an expert and build a career based on what you're good at and what you find interesting. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. You will be a key member of the Global Employer Services group, this role will provide reward and share schemes services for a wide range of clients. You will be responsible for assisting Directors & Partners in providing Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of existing clients and assist with the development of targets in order to ensure the continued growth of the business. You will also provide assistance to senior members of staff in both client work and in the management of the group, as appropriate. We're looking for someone with: Ability to advise on the tax treatment of share options and other forms of employee share ownership An in depth knowledge of EMI, ESS and knowledge of reward tax and related areas such as employment, NIC and capital gains tax etc Expertise on split interest, freezer and nil paid arrangements Experience in the preparation of share valuations and liaison with HMRC Staff management and mentoring experience Awareness of accounting, employment law and company law implications of share incentives Experience of dealing direct with clients including agreement of fees Educated to degree level (LLB preferred), and/or CTA and/or ATT/ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we're passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Great Boughton as a Nursery Manager! This is a fixed-term role to cover maternity leave. We're now looking for a Nursery Manager to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Great Boughton? Located outside Chester City Centre with great transport links Established supportive team Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT's Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount - T&Cs apply What we'll offer our Nursery Manager: An exclusive Nursery Manager Bonus Scheme to reward your leadership and impact. Life Insurance cover and access to a health plan. Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it's all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you'll make a difference as a Nursery Manager: By managing the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS, Ofsted requirements, and the nursery's policies and procedures. Through leading, mentoring, and supporting the nursery team, promoting a positive, collaborative, and professional culture while ensuring staff development and performance are maintained to a high standard. By building and maintaining strong, trusting relationships with families and external agencies, supporting each child's development and wellbeing, and ensuring the nursery is always prepared for Ofsted inspections. What a Nursery Manager needs: Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. Excellent understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Senior leadership experience within a nursery setting. In line with legal regulations, you must hold a GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths or gain it within 2 years of starting. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Great Boughton. We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.

Build your book. Own the value. Take your share. Most Account Executive roles talk about "long-term opportunity". Very few actually deliver on it. This one does. As well as a regular new business bonus, you'll receive a lump-sum pay-out based on the value of your book of clients. We're working with a well-established, well-backed insurance brokerage that has entered a major growth phase. With national coverage, ambitious expansion plans and a clear strategy to scale substantially over the next five years, they're now looking to hire high-performing Account Executives / Account Directors across the UK. The business In business for over 50 years Backed by major investment Hundreds of millions in GWP and hundreds of employees nationwide Acquisitive, fast-growing and continuing to invest heavily in people, technology and regional leadership Offices across the UK with further consolidation into key regional hubs underway Why this role stands out This is a rare opportunity for income producers who want ownership-style upside without needing to set up on their own. Long-Term Incentive Plan A lump-sum payout every few years, linked directly to the value of your income book Designed to reward sustained performance and client retention Pay-outs have historically been strong and have recently been enhanced further The structure increasingly reflects the true value of your book, rather than a token percentage In short: build a quality book, and you share directly in its future value. Package & earnings Once threshold is cleared, earn a percentage of all new business written Clear, transparent earnings structure with no unnecessary hurdles Culture & working environment Flexible, grown-up approach - input and outcomes matter more than desk time Minimal bureaucracy and fast, sensible processes Significant investment in technology and automation, removing admin-heavy tasks Allows Account Executives and Account Directors to focus on clients, relationships and growth, not processing Who this suits Experienced Account Executives / Client Directors who produce income Individuals with strong client relationships and a commercial mind-set Those who want to build long-term value, not just chase short-term commission People who want autonomy, support and a credible financial upside If you've ever felt that the value of your book benefits everyone except you, this role offers a genuinely different proposition. For a confidential conversation, get in touch.

Specialist Tax Assistant Annual Salary: Competitive Location: Chester Job Type: Full-time Join a leading accountancy practice in Chester as a CTA Qualified Specialist Tax Assistant. This role is ideal for a dedicated professional looking to apply their tax expertise in a dynamic and supportive environment. Day-to-day of the role: Prepare and review tax returns and computations, ensuring compliance with legislation and identifying planning opportunities. Assist with the management of client portfolios, ensuring excellent service delivery through effective communication and relationship management. Provide support on tax advisory projects, including research and analysis of tax issues affecting clients. Liaise with HMRC and other third parties to resolve queries and negotiate on behalf of clients. Keep up-to-date with changes in tax legislation and advise clients on potential impacts and strategies. Mentor junior staff and contribute to the development of the tax department by sharing knowledge and best practices. Required Skills & Qualifications: CTA qualification is essential. Proven experience in a tax role within an accountancy practice. Strong understanding of UK tax legislation, particularly in areas relevant to private clients and SMEs. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of maintaining strong client relationships. Proficient in tax software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Benefits: Competitive salary and clear progression opportunities. Support for ongoing professional development and training. Flexible working options. Pension scheme. Private health insurance. Annual staff events and team-building activities.

Become a Driving Instructor - Nationwide Earn Up to £50,000+ with My Four Wheels Looking for a new career with flexibility, independence and great earning potential? My Four Wheels is a 5-star rated driving school with 500 instructors already on the road nationwide - and we're expanding across the UK. This opportunity is ideal for anyone considering a career change. You don't need previous instructing experience - just a professional attitude, good people skills and the willingness to learn. We'll train you from the start and guide you all the way to becoming an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI). Why this opportunity stands out Excellent Earning Potential (£38/hour typical lesson rates) Lesson rates average around £38 per hour , supporting strong income whether you work part-time or full-time. For example, working 32 hours per week can deliver earnings up to £39k per year , and those working 40hrs have the opportunity to reach £50,000+ . Total Flexibility You decide when you work - mornings, evenings, weekends, or a full-time diary. It's a career that fits around your life. Local Work, Less Travel Most instructors teach within 30 minutes of home , typically covering 6-8 postcodes , helping you maximise teaching time and reduce travel. Earn While You Train After passing DVSA Part 2, you are able to apply for a trainee licence , allowing you to begin teaching and earning sooner while completing the final stage of qualification. New Training Academy - Full Support Built In Our new Training Academy provides a structured route through DVSA Parts 1, 2 and 3, combining: Flexible online learning for theory and preparation In-car coaching to build driving and teaching ability Live classroom sessions for extra guidance and confidence Lesson plans, resources and ongoing support to help you succeed Dual-Control Vehicle Options We can support you with access to dual-control car options through established providers, including new and nearly-new models such as Ford Puma, Renault Clio, MG3 and Vauxhall Corsa , subject to availability. A Rewarding Career You'll help learners gain independence, improve road safety, and experience the satisfaction of seeing students pass and succeed. Training Fees Paid Back in Full All instructors pay for training. Training fees can be paid back in full after you have worked with us for 1 year ( ask for details ). Eligibility (DVSA Requirements) To apply, you must: Hold a full UK driving licence for at least 3 years Have no more than 5 penalty points Have no bans in the last 5 years Be reliable, patient, and confident communicating with people Apply Now Submit your details today and our team will contact you to explain the training route, timescales and how quickly you can get started.

Interim Finance Director - Manufacturing Location: Cheshire West Contract: Initial 6 months (temp-to-perm option available) Salary/Benefits: Competitive day rate / FTC equivalent available About the Role An established manufacturing organisation in Cheshire is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Director to lead the site's finance function during a period of transition and operational focus click apply for full job details

School Catering Assistants Needed in the Broughton area - Flexible Hours! Berry Recruitment is hiring temporary School Catering Staff for primary and secondary schools across the Broughton area. If you're available during school hours, this is the ideal opportunity for you! Hours : Monday to Friday, 9am-2pm (with flexibility) What You'll Do : Prepare and serve food to students and staff Maintain kitchen cleanliness (washing up, cleaning) Serve food in a friendly, polite manner Follow food safety and hygiene standards Assist with safeguarding duties Requirements : Enhanced DBS clearance (we can help you obtain this for £59.50) Completion of online training for Food Hygiene , Safeguarding , and KCSIE (provided) Why Apply? Flexible working hours Be part of a supportive team for students Immediate start available Competitive pay and the chance to gain valuable experience Apply today for immediate consideration! This role is available immediately. Please note that all of our positions are temporary and flexible; Berry Recruitment does not offer full-time, permanent roles. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Global Employer Services help companies and individuals moving countries and assist with any tax implications that occur in the move. Working with a broad client base, from start-ups to multinationals who are often moving abroad for the first time, the team work with companies as a whole and with individual employees to help them with some of the biggest decisions of their lives. That means you'll need strong people skills so you can build relationships defined by trust. You'll be part of growing tight-knit team with an emphasis on assigning work that broadens your capabilities. Combined with the direct access you'll have to partners on a day-to-day basis, this is your chance to become an expert and build a career based on what you're good at and what you find interesting. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. You will be a key member of the Global Employer Services group, this role will provide reward and share schemes services for a wide range of clients. You will be responsible for assisting Directors & Partners in providing Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of existing clients and assist with the development of targets in order to ensure the continued growth of the business. You will also provide assistance to senior members of staff in both client work and in the management of the group, as appropriate. We're looking for someone with: Ability to advise on the tax treatment of share options and other forms of employee share ownership An in depth knowledge of EMI, ESS and knowledge of reward tax and related areas such as employment, NIC and capital gains tax etc Expertise on split interest, freezer and nil paid arrangements Experience in the preparation of share valuations and liaison with HMRC Staff management and mentoring experience Awareness of accounting, employment law and company law implications of share incentives Experience of dealing direct with clients including agreement of fees Educated to degree level (LLB preferred), and/or CTA and/or ATT/ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Power up your career by leading complex electrical infrastructure upgrades on one of the UK's most high-profile industrial networks! Our Client has a requirement for an Electrical Power Systems Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Warrington/Hybrid. Role Purpose: Act as a technical specialist in power and protection, supporting the wider design team on critical infrastructur

Accounts Supervisor - Accountancy Practice (Chester) Chester Full-time Permanent I'm currently recruiting on behalf of a reputable and growing accountancy practice in Chester , who are looking to appoint an experienced Accounts Supervisor to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with solid practice experience who enjoys combining hands-on accounts work with mentoring junior staff and managing a varied client portfolio. The Role As an Accounts Supervisor, you'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality accounting services while taking responsibility for supervising and developing a small team. You'll manage your own portfolio of clients, review work produced by the team, and ensure deadlines and compliance standards are consistently met. Key Responsibilities Managing a portfolio of clients, including preparation and review of year-end accounts, management accounts, VAT returns, and bookkeeping. Acting as a main point of contact for client queries and offering practical advice across accounts, VAT, and cloud systems. Reviewing accounts work prepared by junior team members, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Supervising, coaching, and developing a small team of accounts assistants and trainees. Allocating workflow and ensuring the smooth delivery of services across the department. Overseeing compliance with relevant accounting standards (FRS 102, FRS 105, etc.). Supporting the senior leadership team with process improvements and client onboarding. What My Client Is Looking For Strong background within an accountancy practice (essential). Experience supervising or supporting junior members of staff. AAT Qualified or ACA/ACCA Part-Qualified/Qualified - QBE will also be considered. Confident using cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong client relationships. Strong technical knowledge, accuracy, and an organised approach. Personal Attributes Supportive, approachable, and dependable. High attention to detail and able to manage multiple deadlines. Proactive and solutions-focused. Comfortable working in a busy practice environment.

Watkin Jones are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Site Manager who is looking for a placement scheme while studying at university. This role is designed for students who are eager to gain practical, hands-on experience within a leading UK developer and contractor, and who want to build a strong foundation for a future career in construction management. As a Trainee Site Manager, you will work alongside an experienced site team and become involved in the day-to-day operations of live construction projects. Throughout your placement, you will be supported by knowledgeable managers who will guide you through different stages of project delivery, helping you develop technical skills, industry knowledge and real confidence in a site-based environment. This opportunity will allow you to apply your academic learning in a practical setting, gain valuable insight into the construction process and enhance your employability for when you graduate. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated students who are passionate about construction and keen to learn in a fast-paced and supportive environment. If you're ready to take the first step towards a rewarding career in site management, Watkin Jones would be delighted to hear from you. About You We are looking to speak to individuals who are looking to embark on a career within a successful organisation who are proactive, keen to develop and have a desire to learn. Ideally you will have some experience within construction, although not essential. You must be committed, willing to study and want to join an organisation who is proud to support and mentor. Why Join Us? At Watkin Jones, we believe in investing in our people. Here's what we can offer you: Professional Growth: Individual support for your career advancement. Rewards: Discretionary annual bonus, health cash plan, life insurance, and more. Work-Life Balance: 25 days of annual leave (increasing with tenure), flexible working from home, and discounted gym memberships. Benefits: Company car or allowance, exclusive shopping discounts, and a contributory pension scheme. Why Choose Watkin Jones Group? Watkin Jones Group is the UK's leading developer, builder, and manager of residential-for-rent homes, with a rich history dating back to 1791. With 54,000+ homes developed and in-build across over 254 schemes, we have a proven track record of success. Our operating arm, Fresh, manages over 18,500 units across 58 schemes, representing approximately £1.7bn of assets under management. Joining us means becoming part of a company that's not only deeply rooted in history but also firmly focused on the future. We're committed to creating high-quality rental homes, fostering vibrant communities, and driving sustainable development. This is more than just a job - it's a chance to grow your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment. If you're ready to make a significant impact and advance your career with a market leader, we

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Global Employer Services help companies and individuals moving countries and assist with any tax implications that occur in the move. Working with a broad client base, from start-ups to multinationals who are often moving abroad for the first time, the team work with companies as a whole and with individual employees to help them with some of the biggest decisions of their lives. That means you'll need strong people skills so you can build relationships defined by trust. You'll be part of growing tight-knit team with an emphasis on assigning work that broadens your capabilities. Combined with the direct access you'll have to partners on a day-to-day basis, this is your chance to become an expert and build a career based on what you're good at and what you find interesting. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. You will be a key member of the Global Employer Services group, this role will provide reward and share schemes services for a wide range of clients. You will be responsible for assisting Directors & Partners in providing Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of existing clients and assist with the development of targets in order to ensure the continued growth of the business. You will also provide assistance to senior members of staff in both client work and in the management of the group, as appropriate. We're looking for someone with: Ability to advise on the tax treatment of share options and other forms of employee share ownership An in depth knowledge of EMI, ESS and knowledge of reward tax and related areas such as employment, NIC and capital gains tax etc Expertise on split interest, freezer and nil paid arrangements Experience in the preparation of share valuations and liaison with HMRC Staff management and mentoring experience Awareness of accounting, employment law and company law implications of share incentives Experience of dealing direct with clients including agreement of fees Educated to degree level (LLB preferred), and/or CTA and/or ATT/ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Job Title: Business Support Manager Duration: 7 months, extensions likely Location: Chester/Hybrid (3 days in the office, 2 days WFH) Salary: Competitive Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Are you an analytical thinker with a knack for optimising business processes? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and want to play a pivotal role in a global organisation? Our client, a leader in the banking industry, is searching for a talented Business Support Manager to join their Global Markets Operations (GMO) team! Role Overview As the Business Support Manager, you will be a strategic partner, supporting a wide range of operational, financial, and business management activities. Your role will be crucial in coordinating senior leadership routines, financial management, headcount reporting, and operational analytics. You will work closely with Finance, HR, Operations, and various leadership teams to ensure transparency and effective decision-making. Key Responsibilities Business Analytics & Reporting: Develop and communicate business analytics to identify strategic improvement opportunities. Conduct detailed data analysis to highlight trends and operational inefficiencies. Build reporting dashboards and analytical models for informed decision-making. Operational Excellence & Process optimisation: Identify and implement process optimisation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. Support strategic initiatives, operational reviews, and project execution for senior executives. Drive adoption of new tools and best practises for modernising operations. Leadership Communications & Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate GMO's strategic priorities to ensure clarity and engagement across the organisation. Prepare high-quality presentations and executive materials for leadership meetings. Act as a central coordinator for management reporting cycles and cross-team communication. Risk & Compliance: Collaborate with control partners to ensure adherence to risk policies and governance frameworks. Support risk identification and mitigation planning efforts. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in business management, operational strategy, or analytics within financial services. Strong data analysis skills with the ability to derive actionable insights from complex datasets. Excellent presentation and communication skills, particularly for senior leadership audiences. Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to navigate a complex business environment. Preferred Qualifications Background in management consulting or advisory roles within financial services. Experience with automation tools and AI-enabled analytics technologies. Ready to Make an Impact? If you are excited about the opportunity to drive operational excellence and support decision-making in a leading global organisation, we want to hear from you! How to Apply: To apply for this opportunity, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Please note that if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours, your application may not have been successful on this occasion. However, we may keep your details on file for future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an equal opportunities employer and an employment consultancy. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.