Part-Time Business Development Internship (2-Month Temporary Position) Company: Hole in the Wall Drywall Repair Location: Chester County & Surrounding Areas Schedule: Part-Time (Flexible) Duration: 2 Months (Temporary) About Us Hole in the Wall Drywall Repair is a fast-growing, high-quality drywall and home repair company serving the greater West Chester area. We specialize in drywall repair, small installations, plaster work, painting, light carpentry, and finish carpentry. As we expand, we're offering a short-term internship designed to give motivated individuals real-world exposure to business development, marketing, and the trades. Position Overview This two-month, part-time internship is ideal for someone who wants hands-on experience in how a service-based business grows. You'll learn both the field side (basic drywall repair and our core services) and the business side (sales, marketing, outreach, and brand building). Key Responsibilities Business Development & Outreach Attend multiple networking events as a company representative Conduct cold calls to potential clients and referral partners Perform cold visits to targeted business verticals (realtors, property managers, contractors, etc.) Assist in building and maintaining a pipeline of leads and partnerships Marketing & Content Creation Develop and execute small marketing campaigns Create social media content (photos, videos, reels, captions, etc.) Help manage and grow our online presence Brainstorm creative ways to increase brand visibility Field Learning & Operations Learn the basics of drywall repair and the other services we offer Shadow technicians to understand workflow, quality standards, and customer experience Assist with small tasks that support field operations (no prior trade experience required) What You'll Gain Real-world sales and marketing experience Hands-on exposure to the home services industry Networking opportunities with business owners, realtors, and contractors Training in communication, branding, and customer engagement A strong resume piece showing both field and business-side experience Ideal Candidate Outgoing, confident, and comfortable talking to new people Interested in business, marketing, sales, or entrepreneurship Creative and social media savvy Reliable, organized, and eager to learn Able to work independently and represent the brand professionally Compensation $2,400 for the duration
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Part-Time Business Development Internship (2-Month Temporary Position) Company: Hole in the Wall Drywall Repair Location: Chester County & Surrounding Areas Schedule: Part-Time (Flexible) Duration: 2 Months (Temporary) About Us Hole in the Wall Drywall Repair is a fast-growing, high-quality drywall and home repair company serving the greater West Chester area. We specialize in drywall repair, small installations, plaster work, painting, light carpentry, and finish carpentry. As we expand, we're offering a short-term internship designed to give motivated individuals real-world exposure to business development, marketing, and the trades. Position Overview This two-month, part-time internship is ideal for someone who wants hands-on experience in how a service-based business grows. You'll learn both the field side (basic drywall repair and our core services) and the business side (sales, marketing, outreach, and brand building). Key Responsibilities Business Development & Outreach Attend multiple networking events as a company representative Conduct cold calls to potential clients and referral partners Perform cold visits to targeted business verticals (realtors, property managers, contractors, etc.) Assist in building and maintaining a pipeline of leads and partnerships Marketing & Content Creation Develop and execute small marketing campaigns Create social media content (photos, videos, reels, captions, etc.) Help manage and grow our online presence Brainstorm creative ways to increase brand visibility Field Learning & Operations Learn the basics of drywall repair and the other services we offer Shadow technicians to understand workflow, quality standards, and customer experience Assist with small tasks that support field operations (no prior trade experience required) What You'll Gain Real-world sales and marketing experience Hands-on exposure to the home services industry Networking opportunities with business owners, realtors, and contractors Training in communication, branding, and customer engagement A strong resume piece showing both field and business-side experience Ideal Candidate Outgoing, confident, and comfortable talking to new people Interested in business, marketing, sales, or entrepreneurship Creative and social media savvy Reliable, organized, and eager to learn Able to work independently and represent the brand professionally Compensation $2,400 for the duration
(Entry-Level Sales Consulting Services) About Us We are a growing consulting firm that helps organizations solve complex business challenges and unlock measurable growth. Our work spans strategy, operations, and execution. Our clients value practical results over buzzwords. We're expanding our sales team and looking for a Business Development Associate who's eager to build real-world sales skills, earn based on performance, and grow quickly in a professional consulting environment. The Role As a Business Development Associate, you'll focus on generating new business opportunities by identifying prospects, initiating conversations, and qualifying potential clients. This is an entry-level, performance-driven role designed for motivated individuals who want hands on sales experience and uncapped earning potential. You'll work closely with senior leadership to learn how consulting deals are sourced, positioned, and closed. Compensation & Growth Commission-based compensation with uncapped earning potential Clear performance expectations and transparent commission structure Opportunity to develop into higher-responsibility sales roles based on results Hands on exposure to real consulting sales processes Ideal for recent graduates, career switchers, or individuals looking to break into sales Why This Role Makes Sense Want control over their income Are motivated by results, not just hours worked Want practical sales experience they can leverage long-term If you're hungry, coachable, and ready to prove yourself, this role offers unlimited growth potential. Requirements Strong communication skills (written and verbal) High motivation, discipline, and comfort with performance-based goals Willingness to learn sales fundamentals and accept coaching Resilience - you don't get discouraged by 'no' Professional, reliable, and self-directed No prior sales experience required (training provided) This role is commission-based compensation with uncapped earning potential. This role does not offer insurance, bonuses, or other benefits. Responsibilities Research and identify prospective clients that fit our ideal customer profile Conduct outbound outreach via email, phone, and LinkedIn Initiate conversations and qualify inbound and outbound leads Book discovery calls for senior team members Maintain accurate records of outreach and follow-ups Learn consultative selling skills, messaging, and objection handling Consistently work toward weekly and monthly activity goals
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
(Entry-Level Sales Consulting Services) About Us We are a growing consulting firm that helps organizations solve complex business challenges and unlock measurable growth. Our work spans strategy, operations, and execution. Our clients value practical results over buzzwords. We're expanding our sales team and looking for a Business Development Associate who's eager to build real-world sales skills, earn based on performance, and grow quickly in a professional consulting environment. The Role As a Business Development Associate, you'll focus on generating new business opportunities by identifying prospects, initiating conversations, and qualifying potential clients. This is an entry-level, performance-driven role designed for motivated individuals who want hands on sales experience and uncapped earning potential. You'll work closely with senior leadership to learn how consulting deals are sourced, positioned, and closed. Compensation & Growth Commission-based compensation with uncapped earning potential Clear performance expectations and transparent commission structure Opportunity to develop into higher-responsibility sales roles based on results Hands on exposure to real consulting sales processes Ideal for recent graduates, career switchers, or individuals looking to break into sales Why This Role Makes Sense Want control over their income Are motivated by results, not just hours worked Want practical sales experience they can leverage long-term If you're hungry, coachable, and ready to prove yourself, this role offers unlimited growth potential. Requirements Strong communication skills (written and verbal) High motivation, discipline, and comfort with performance-based goals Willingness to learn sales fundamentals and accept coaching Resilience - you don't get discouraged by 'no' Professional, reliable, and self-directed No prior sales experience required (training provided) This role is commission-based compensation with uncapped earning potential. This role does not offer insurance, bonuses, or other benefits. Responsibilities Research and identify prospective clients that fit our ideal customer profile Conduct outbound outreach via email, phone, and LinkedIn Initiate conversations and qualify inbound and outbound leads Book discovery calls for senior team members Maintain accurate records of outreach and follow-ups Learn consultative selling skills, messaging, and objection handling Consistently work toward weekly and monthly activity goals
It's an exciting time to join Victim Support, as we prepare to begin delivery of the Witness Service from April 2026. We look forward to welcoming current Witness Service staff and volunteers to Victim Support - and we're also now beginning recruitment for several new roles and to fill vacant positions. Victim Support is seeking a committed and detail-focused Deputy Team Leader to help coordinate and maintain excellent support for witnesses within busy Court environments in Chester and Crewe. You will play a vital role in supporting the Team Leader, volunteers, and wider service ensuring witnesses receive timely, compassionate, and effective support throughout their justice journey. This role is full-time working 37.5 hours per week covering Chester Crown Court, Chester Magistrates Court and Crewe Magistrates Court. Are you an organized, proactive individual with a passion for supporting victims and witnesses as they navigate the justice system? Do you enjoy working collaboratively, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and supporting others to perform at their best? If you thrive in fast-paced environments, have strong communication and data-handling skills, and are motivated by service excellence, we'd love to hear from you. What We Offer At Victim Support, we are committed to supporting and developing our colleagues. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes: Flexible Working Options - including hybrid working where applicable Generous Annual Leave - 28 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell leave Birthday Leave - an extra day off to celebrate your birthday Pension Plan - 5% employer contribution Enhanced Allowances - enhanced sick, maternity and paternity pay Exclusive Discounts - high street, holidays, gyms, entertainment, and more Financial Wellbeing Support - access to salary deducted finance and guidance Wellbeing Resources - employee assistance programme and wellbeing support EDI Networks - opportunities to engage in colleague groups promoting equity and inclusion Sustainable Travel Schemes - Cycle to Work and season ticket loans Career Development - comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities About the Role As the Deputy Team Leader - Witness Service (Court-Based), you will support the delivery of a high quality, safe, and consistent service for all witnesses attending court. Key Responsibilities You will: Support daily case allocations to ensure witnesses receive timely needs and risk assessments, support, and referrals. Conduct case management system audits, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and high-quality reporting. Collate and analyse performance data, contributing to KPI monitoring and quality assurance. Support rota planning to maintain appropriate resource coverage across the court cluster. Assist with volunteer accreditation, training, performance tracking, and continuous improvement. Input, update, and report on witness information, ensuring comprehensive assessments and referrals. Promote effective communication within the team, coordinating meetings and sharing learning. Build and maintain relationships with statutory, voluntary, and community partners. Deputise for the Team Leader when required, ensuring service standards and targets are met. Contribute to a trauma-informed, person-centred approach that prioritises dignity, safety, and inclusion. This role requires strong attention to detail, confidence using digital systems, and the ability to manage competing demands while supporting a high-performing team. You Will Have An understanding of the criminal justice system and the impact of crime on victims and witnesses. Experience working in challenging environments with a focus on customer experience and service excellence. Strong communication, negotiation, and advisory skills-both written and verbal. The ability to prioritise work with minimal supervision and manage conflicting demands. Experience processing, analysing, and reporting information from multiple sources. Competence in using IT systems including Microsoft Office and case management systems. A commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, equality, diversity, and inclusion. Additional Information The role may involve exposure to emotionally demanding situations and requires resilience. Travel across the Court cluster may be required. Occasional evening or weekend work may be necessary. An Enhanced DBS check will be required. About the Witness Service The Witness Service provides free, independent support to any witness giving evidence in criminal courts in England and Wales-both for the prosecution and the defence. Our trained staff and volunteers help people understand what to expect before, during and after a trial, and offer practical and emotional support every step of the way, so witnesses can give their best evidence. The Witness Service also supports bereaved family members, friends and family who are accompanying witnesses in court. This is an exceptional opportunity to help us ensure a smooth transition and shape a high-quality, high-impact and trauma-informed service-so every witness feels informed, supported, and more confident in court. About Us Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
It's an exciting time to join Victim Support, as we prepare to begin delivery of the Witness Service from April 2026. We look forward to welcoming current Witness Service staff and volunteers to Victim Support - and we're also now beginning recruitment for several new roles and to fill vacant positions. Victim Support is seeking a committed and detail-focused Deputy Team Leader to help coordinate and maintain excellent support for witnesses within busy Court environments in Chester and Crewe. You will play a vital role in supporting the Team Leader, volunteers, and wider service ensuring witnesses receive timely, compassionate, and effective support throughout their justice journey. This role is full-time working 37.5 hours per week covering Chester Crown Court, Chester Magistrates Court and Crewe Magistrates Court. Are you an organized, proactive individual with a passion for supporting victims and witnesses as they navigate the justice system? Do you enjoy working collaboratively, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and supporting others to perform at their best? If you thrive in fast-paced environments, have strong communication and data-handling skills, and are motivated by service excellence, we'd love to hear from you. What We Offer At Victim Support, we are committed to supporting and developing our colleagues. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes: Flexible Working Options - including hybrid working where applicable Generous Annual Leave - 28 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell leave Birthday Leave - an extra day off to celebrate your birthday Pension Plan - 5% employer contribution Enhanced Allowances - enhanced sick, maternity and paternity pay Exclusive Discounts - high street, holidays, gyms, entertainment, and more Financial Wellbeing Support - access to salary deducted finance and guidance Wellbeing Resources - employee assistance programme and wellbeing support EDI Networks - opportunities to engage in colleague groups promoting equity and inclusion Sustainable Travel Schemes - Cycle to Work and season ticket loans Career Development - comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities About the Role As the Deputy Team Leader - Witness Service (Court-Based), you will support the delivery of a high quality, safe, and consistent service for all witnesses attending court. Key Responsibilities You will: Support daily case allocations to ensure witnesses receive timely needs and risk assessments, support, and referrals. Conduct case management system audits, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and high-quality reporting. Collate and analyse performance data, contributing to KPI monitoring and quality assurance. Support rota planning to maintain appropriate resource coverage across the court cluster. Assist with volunteer accreditation, training, performance tracking, and continuous improvement. Input, update, and report on witness information, ensuring comprehensive assessments and referrals. Promote effective communication within the team, coordinating meetings and sharing learning. Build and maintain relationships with statutory, voluntary, and community partners. Deputise for the Team Leader when required, ensuring service standards and targets are met. Contribute to a trauma-informed, person-centred approach that prioritises dignity, safety, and inclusion. This role requires strong attention to detail, confidence using digital systems, and the ability to manage competing demands while supporting a high-performing team. You Will Have An understanding of the criminal justice system and the impact of crime on victims and witnesses. Experience working in challenging environments with a focus on customer experience and service excellence. Strong communication, negotiation, and advisory skills-both written and verbal. The ability to prioritise work with minimal supervision and manage conflicting demands. Experience processing, analysing, and reporting information from multiple sources. Competence in using IT systems including Microsoft Office and case management systems. A commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, equality, diversity, and inclusion. Additional Information The role may involve exposure to emotionally demanding situations and requires resilience. Travel across the Court cluster may be required. Occasional evening or weekend work may be necessary. An Enhanced DBS check will be required. About the Witness Service The Witness Service provides free, independent support to any witness giving evidence in criminal courts in England and Wales-both for the prosecution and the defence. Our trained staff and volunteers help people understand what to expect before, during and after a trial, and offer practical and emotional support every step of the way, so witnesses can give their best evidence. The Witness Service also supports bereaved family members, friends and family who are accompanying witnesses in court. This is an exceptional opportunity to help us ensure a smooth transition and shape a high-quality, high-impact and trauma-informed service-so every witness feels informed, supported, and more confident in court. About Us Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
£40,000 to £45,000 per year, + Excellent Benefits + Training Package + Career Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full time Disability Confident: No Closing Date: 05/04/2026 About this job Senior IT Engineer (3rd Line) This is a great opportunity to join a growing firm where you will have the opportunity to develop a career, and uniquely have a say and share in the growth of the business. Due to continued expansion, they are looking for an experienced Senior IT / Project Engineer to join their team, working on varied projects and having the opportunity for continuous personal development and growth. They provide comprehensive IT support and project delivery services to SMB clients across all sectors, typically supporting organisations with 10-100 users. As part of a 20-strong engineering team, you'll work across a diverse portfolio of clients, delivering solutions in networking, Microsoft 365/Azure, security, and server infrastructure. The role: We're seeking an experienced Senior IT Engineer to join our 3rd Line support team. As one of the senior members of the team, you'll be a technical escalation point. This role requires someone who can diagnose complex issues, design solutions, and coordinate resources across the team to resolve challenging technical problems. You'll work predominantly from our office or working on client sites with occasional work from home flexibility. This is a hands on role that combines technical depth with client facing responsibilities. What You'll Be Doing Technical Leadership: Acting as a final escalation point for complex technical issues across networking, Microsoft 365/Azure, firewalls, and server infrastructure Solution Design & Delivery: Planning and implementing infrastructure projects for clients, from initial scoping through to deployment Client Support: Building strong relationships with clients, understanding their business needs, and translating these into technical solutions Team Collaboration: Working closely with 1st, 2nd and other 3rd line engineers, sharing knowledge and directing resources to resolve issues efficiently Continuous Improvement: Contributing to internal processes, standards, and security posture improvements Out-of Hours Support: Participating in our on call rota (1 week in 8) to provide emergency support when needed (rare) (additional pay when called) Essential Requirements Technical Skills You must have demonstrable experience in the following areas: Microsoft 365 & Azure: Administration, troubleshooting, and solution design Networking: Configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting of enterprise network infrastructure Firewalls: Configuration and management of both hardware and software firewalls Server Infrastructure: Windows Server management, troubleshooting, and optimisation Problem Solving: Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex, multi layered technical issues Certifications At least one Microsoft Expert level certification (examples: Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent) Professional Attributes Strong communication skills with both technical and non technical audiences Comfortable working independently and making technical decisions Pragmatic approach to problem solving-knowing when to leverage external resources or vendor support Willing to travel to client sites across North West, North Wales and surrounding regions Full UK driving licence What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is someone who: Enjoys the variety of working across different technologies and client environments Takes pride in solving challenging problems that others can't Values continuous learning and staying current with evolving technologies Understands that great IT support is as much about communication as it is technical skill Thrives in a collaborative team environment while being comfortable working autonomously Professional Development We're committed to developing our engineers' skills: Full certification support: We provide all training materials and pay for exam fees Performance bonuses: Additional rewards for completing agreed certifications Career growth: As a growing company, we create opportunities for those who help us expand Supported learning paths: We'll work with you to develop expertise in areas that interest you, including: Advanced Microsoft 365 and Azure certifications Network certification Cybersecurity specializations What We Offer Compensation & Benefits Pension: 5% employer contribution Holiday: 22 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, plus your birthday off, increasing by 1 day per year after 5 years (maximum 31 days) Mileage: 45p per mile when using your own vehicle (company vans available) Certification bonuses: Rewards for completing agreed qualifications Training budget: All exam fees and learning materials covered Work Environment Predominantly office/site based with occasional WFH flexibility Collaborative team of 20 engineers across all support tiers Modern tooling and equipment provided On call rota: 1 week in 8 (rare need) Career Progression You'll report to our 3rd Line Team Leader and work alongside other senior engineers. While we're currently a lean team, we're growing-and those who contribute to that growth will find opportunities to progress. This is a great opportunity to join a growing firm where you will have the opportunity to develop a career, and uniquely have a say and share in the growth of the business.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
£40,000 to £45,000 per year, + Excellent Benefits + Training Package + Career Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full time Disability Confident: No Closing Date: 05/04/2026 About this job Senior IT Engineer (3rd Line) This is a great opportunity to join a growing firm where you will have the opportunity to develop a career, and uniquely have a say and share in the growth of the business. Due to continued expansion, they are looking for an experienced Senior IT / Project Engineer to join their team, working on varied projects and having the opportunity for continuous personal development and growth. They provide comprehensive IT support and project delivery services to SMB clients across all sectors, typically supporting organisations with 10-100 users. As part of a 20-strong engineering team, you'll work across a diverse portfolio of clients, delivering solutions in networking, Microsoft 365/Azure, security, and server infrastructure. The role: We're seeking an experienced Senior IT Engineer to join our 3rd Line support team. As one of the senior members of the team, you'll be a technical escalation point. This role requires someone who can diagnose complex issues, design solutions, and coordinate resources across the team to resolve challenging technical problems. You'll work predominantly from our office or working on client sites with occasional work from home flexibility. This is a hands on role that combines technical depth with client facing responsibilities. What You'll Be Doing Technical Leadership: Acting as a final escalation point for complex technical issues across networking, Microsoft 365/Azure, firewalls, and server infrastructure Solution Design & Delivery: Planning and implementing infrastructure projects for clients, from initial scoping through to deployment Client Support: Building strong relationships with clients, understanding their business needs, and translating these into technical solutions Team Collaboration: Working closely with 1st, 2nd and other 3rd line engineers, sharing knowledge and directing resources to resolve issues efficiently Continuous Improvement: Contributing to internal processes, standards, and security posture improvements Out-of Hours Support: Participating in our on call rota (1 week in 8) to provide emergency support when needed (rare) (additional pay when called) Essential Requirements Technical Skills You must have demonstrable experience in the following areas: Microsoft 365 & Azure: Administration, troubleshooting, and solution design Networking: Configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting of enterprise network infrastructure Firewalls: Configuration and management of both hardware and software firewalls Server Infrastructure: Windows Server management, troubleshooting, and optimisation Problem Solving: Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex, multi layered technical issues Certifications At least one Microsoft Expert level certification (examples: Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent) Professional Attributes Strong communication skills with both technical and non technical audiences Comfortable working independently and making technical decisions Pragmatic approach to problem solving-knowing when to leverage external resources or vendor support Willing to travel to client sites across North West, North Wales and surrounding regions Full UK driving licence What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is someone who: Enjoys the variety of working across different technologies and client environments Takes pride in solving challenging problems that others can't Values continuous learning and staying current with evolving technologies Understands that great IT support is as much about communication as it is technical skill Thrives in a collaborative team environment while being comfortable working autonomously Professional Development We're committed to developing our engineers' skills: Full certification support: We provide all training materials and pay for exam fees Performance bonuses: Additional rewards for completing agreed certifications Career growth: As a growing company, we create opportunities for those who help us expand Supported learning paths: We'll work with you to develop expertise in areas that interest you, including: Advanced Microsoft 365 and Azure certifications Network certification Cybersecurity specializations What We Offer Compensation & Benefits Pension: 5% employer contribution Holiday: 22 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, plus your birthday off, increasing by 1 day per year after 5 years (maximum 31 days) Mileage: 45p per mile when using your own vehicle (company vans available) Certification bonuses: Rewards for completing agreed qualifications Training budget: All exam fees and learning materials covered Work Environment Predominantly office/site based with occasional WFH flexibility Collaborative team of 20 engineers across all support tiers Modern tooling and equipment provided On call rota: 1 week in 8 (rare need) Career Progression You'll report to our 3rd Line Team Leader and work alongside other senior engineers. While we're currently a lean team, we're growing-and those who contribute to that growth will find opportunities to progress. This is a great opportunity to join a growing firm where you will have the opportunity to develop a career, and uniquely have a say and share in the growth of the business.
A dynamic IT service provider in Chester seeks a Senior IT Engineer to join their 3rd Line support team. The role involves diagnosing complex issues and acting as an escalation point, along with designing solutions for clients. Candidates should have strong skills in Microsoft 365, networking, and firewalls. The position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits including a pension and learning opportunities, along with a collaborative work environment. The ideal candidate is proactive and values communication in IT support.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
A dynamic IT service provider in Chester seeks a Senior IT Engineer to join their 3rd Line support team. The role involves diagnosing complex issues and acting as an escalation point, along with designing solutions for clients. Candidates should have strong skills in Microsoft 365, networking, and firewalls. The position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits including a pension and learning opportunities, along with a collaborative work environment. The ideal candidate is proactive and values communication in IT support.
Based on the outskirts of Chester, this subsidiary are part of a global business operating across the globe. Employing over 40,000 people, the group specialise in all areas of the construction sector, with this particular division managing national frameworks across infrastructure management. Instrumental in delivering a quality service and finished projects across the UK and overseas, the organisation hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for continuously developing and rewarding employees, and are able to offer excellent career potential.Due to impressive company growth, the business are searching for a Finance Manager to join a large division in a newly established role. Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, this position will work collaboratively with the commercial teams to manage the overall financial control of this division.Benefits:Hybrid - in the office 3 daysFlexible working policyCore hours 9am - 3pmCompetitive salary, car allowance and yearly bonusYour New Role As Finance Manager:In this key role for you'll be responsible for the production of detailed and meaningful monthly management accounts, providing regular financial reports based on the operational performance of the business. Supporting on commercial matters within the business you'll play a pivotal and driving role in effective management of budgets/costs, P&L and lead on commercial analysis to aid framework management. Delivering financial insight/analysis to key stakeholders, as Finance Manager you'll drive the overall financial control of this key business for to ensure it remains profitable. A hands-on role, working closely with many stakeholders, you will look to implement financial controls and work to develop the financial information to drive business performance. Duties:Financial control • Drive contract financial control and reporting to provide greater insight into the business thereby highlighting opportunities to increase profitability • Maintain close collaboration between Project management, Commercial team and Commercial Finance Manager to ensure fair contract positions are reported (Work in Progress, Measure Reserves, Stocks, Accruals, Remedial provisions, Risks and Opportunities, Debt) • Maintain a strong focus on cash through supervision of cash flow forecasts, debt collection • Foster relationships at all levels within the business to promote the value of the Finance function and actively develop and implement financial best practices; • Influence decision making to ensure systems & processes meet all the essential requirements of the client and Head Office; Ensure compliance with group accounting policies for financial reporting, highlighting any potential issues to senior management; Financial Reporting • Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, with particular focus on end of quarter and end of year closure • Consolidate the Month end reporting package for the Frameworks and analyse the variances between the actual and forecasted result. • Support the preparation of the annual budget and 3 years plan and regular year end re-forecasting • Monitor and control overhead expenditures and BUs reserves and provisions • Monitor Capex expenditure and prepare business cases for key investment decisions Accounting • Ensure all costs are captured and allocated to projects and/or departments accurately, effectively and in a timely manner, with a strict application of company governance and policies • Coordinate and complete sales invoicing and payroll entry • Complete purchase ledger accruals, costing and general ledger journals Experience & Qualifications Required To Apply:With at least 5 years experince in a FM/Senior Management Accounting role you shall have a background working for large, complex organisations. With experience within a similar business, ideally large scale construction, you shall be towards the end, or have full ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification. Either a very experienced Management Accountant looking for the next step up, or, currently in a Finance Manager or Head of Finance role the successful candidate will need strong Excel skills and be rehearsed in developing controls and procedure. Technically strong and able to work at pace, you will have strong time management skills and be able to communicate as an effective partner to commercial teams. Salary And Reward On Offer:With a competitive salary, car allowance and enhanced benefits this role shall come with a number of advantages. Enhanced pension contribution life assurance and other staff perks will also be provided. This role is being handled by Darren Cadman, Kenton Black Finance Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. Market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Based on the outskirts of Chester, this subsidiary are part of a global business operating across the globe. Employing over 40,000 people, the group specialise in all areas of the construction sector, with this particular division managing national frameworks across infrastructure management. Instrumental in delivering a quality service and finished projects across the UK and overseas, the organisation hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for continuously developing and rewarding employees, and are able to offer excellent career potential.Due to impressive company growth, the business are searching for a Finance Manager to join a large division in a newly established role. Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, this position will work collaboratively with the commercial teams to manage the overall financial control of this division.Benefits:Hybrid - in the office 3 daysFlexible working policyCore hours 9am - 3pmCompetitive salary, car allowance and yearly bonusYour New Role As Finance Manager:In this key role for you'll be responsible for the production of detailed and meaningful monthly management accounts, providing regular financial reports based on the operational performance of the business. Supporting on commercial matters within the business you'll play a pivotal and driving role in effective management of budgets/costs, P&L and lead on commercial analysis to aid framework management. Delivering financial insight/analysis to key stakeholders, as Finance Manager you'll drive the overall financial control of this key business for to ensure it remains profitable. A hands-on role, working closely with many stakeholders, you will look to implement financial controls and work to develop the financial information to drive business performance. Duties:Financial control • Drive contract financial control and reporting to provide greater insight into the business thereby highlighting opportunities to increase profitability • Maintain close collaboration between Project management, Commercial team and Commercial Finance Manager to ensure fair contract positions are reported (Work in Progress, Measure Reserves, Stocks, Accruals, Remedial provisions, Risks and Opportunities, Debt) • Maintain a strong focus on cash through supervision of cash flow forecasts, debt collection • Foster relationships at all levels within the business to promote the value of the Finance function and actively develop and implement financial best practices; • Influence decision making to ensure systems & processes meet all the essential requirements of the client and Head Office; Ensure compliance with group accounting policies for financial reporting, highlighting any potential issues to senior management; Financial Reporting • Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, with particular focus on end of quarter and end of year closure • Consolidate the Month end reporting package for the Frameworks and analyse the variances between the actual and forecasted result. • Support the preparation of the annual budget and 3 years plan and regular year end re-forecasting • Monitor and control overhead expenditures and BUs reserves and provisions • Monitor Capex expenditure and prepare business cases for key investment decisions Accounting • Ensure all costs are captured and allocated to projects and/or departments accurately, effectively and in a timely manner, with a strict application of company governance and policies • Coordinate and complete sales invoicing and payroll entry • Complete purchase ledger accruals, costing and general ledger journals Experience & Qualifications Required To Apply:With at least 5 years experince in a FM/Senior Management Accounting role you shall have a background working for large, complex organisations. With experience within a similar business, ideally large scale construction, you shall be towards the end, or have full ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification. Either a very experienced Management Accountant looking for the next step up, or, currently in a Finance Manager or Head of Finance role the successful candidate will need strong Excel skills and be rehearsed in developing controls and procedure. Technically strong and able to work at pace, you will have strong time management skills and be able to communicate as an effective partner to commercial teams. Salary And Reward On Offer:With a competitive salary, car allowance and enhanced benefits this role shall come with a number of advantages. Enhanced pension contribution life assurance and other staff perks will also be provided. This role is being handled by Darren Cadman, Kenton Black Finance Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. Market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.
Service care solutions are currently working alongside a thrilling local authority based in Cheshire , which is seeking an Adult Social Care Solicitor to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to progress in your career and gain experience in the Adult Social Care industry. This role pays a competitive rate of: PAYE (Inc.Hol) - £44.50 - £48.89 per hour Umbrella - £50 - £55 per hour This role is on a 3 months contract with potential to extend and is on a hybrid basis Responsibilities as an Adult Social Care Solicitor: Attend Court with Counsel as instructing representative if required. Able to handle a high caseload in adult social care from start to completion. Provide expert advice and guidance as appropriate for your own area of expertise. About you as an Adult Social Care Solicitor: Requirements for knowledge of COP / MCA/ MHA Has worked in the Adult Social Care legal team for the local authority. Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with at least 3 years' experience in Adult social care law. Benefits Hybrid working Weekly Pay Flexible Hours If this Adult Social Care Solicitor position is right for you or someone you may know, don't hesitate to get in touch with Aanisah Khan via email or via phone on . We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.
Apr 02, 2026
Contractor
Service care solutions are currently working alongside a thrilling local authority based in Cheshire , which is seeking an Adult Social Care Solicitor to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to progress in your career and gain experience in the Adult Social Care industry. This role pays a competitive rate of: PAYE (Inc.Hol) - £44.50 - £48.89 per hour Umbrella - £50 - £55 per hour This role is on a 3 months contract with potential to extend and is on a hybrid basis Responsibilities as an Adult Social Care Solicitor: Attend Court with Counsel as instructing representative if required. Able to handle a high caseload in adult social care from start to completion. Provide expert advice and guidance as appropriate for your own area of expertise. About you as an Adult Social Care Solicitor: Requirements for knowledge of COP / MCA/ MHA Has worked in the Adult Social Care legal team for the local authority. Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with at least 3 years' experience in Adult social care law. Benefits Hybrid working Weekly Pay Flexible Hours If this Adult Social Care Solicitor position is right for you or someone you may know, don't hesitate to get in touch with Aanisah Khan via email or via phone on . We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.
We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Asset Development Manager to join our team on a two-year fixed-term basis. With the potential for the role to evolve into a permanent position, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the performance and value of our land portfolio. In this role, you will take ownership of a targeted group of historic sites, driving forward click apply for full job details
Apr 02, 2026
Contractor
We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Asset Development Manager to join our team on a two-year fixed-term basis. With the potential for the role to evolve into a permanent position, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the performance and value of our land portfolio. In this role, you will take ownership of a targeted group of historic sites, driving forward click apply for full job details
(Self-Employed, Commission Only) Realistic full-time earnings of £40,000-£50,000+ per year, with uncapped potential beyond that Looking for a role where your income reflects your effort? Join SumUp as a Self-Employed Field Sales Representative and help small businesses in your area access smarter payment and POS solutions, while building serious recurring income for yourself click apply for full job details
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
(Self-Employed, Commission Only) Realistic full-time earnings of £40,000-£50,000+ per year, with uncapped potential beyond that Looking for a role where your income reflects your effort? Join SumUp as a Self-Employed Field Sales Representative and help small businesses in your area access smarter payment and POS solutions, while building serious recurring income for yourself click apply for full job details
Family Solicitor - Chester Fantastic chance for a Senior Family Solicitor to join a full service practice in Chester city centre - and at home! This firm seeks a Senior Family Solicitor for its regarded private team. Its renowned team continues to develop due to an excellent clientele and the firms' sound business development strategy. This senior hire will suit a qualified Solicitor (ideally 8years+ PQE) boasting demonstrable and varied experience within the Private Family arena. As the soon to be lead Solicitor in its specialist Family team, your role will be twofold: to take on a caseload of your own private Family clients and be in the vanguard in leading the team forward. The team will require a Head of Department in the near future and it is hoped that you will be the right person for this position. Progression is baked in as succession planning is very much part of its thoughts. You'll work autonomously with no supervision, ably supported by the junior team. Salary and benefits will be in line with previous experience, guideline for salary is up to £65k.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Family Solicitor - Chester Fantastic chance for a Senior Family Solicitor to join a full service practice in Chester city centre - and at home! This firm seeks a Senior Family Solicitor for its regarded private team. Its renowned team continues to develop due to an excellent clientele and the firms' sound business development strategy. This senior hire will suit a qualified Solicitor (ideally 8years+ PQE) boasting demonstrable and varied experience within the Private Family arena. As the soon to be lead Solicitor in its specialist Family team, your role will be twofold: to take on a caseload of your own private Family clients and be in the vanguard in leading the team forward. The team will require a Head of Department in the near future and it is hoped that you will be the right person for this position. Progression is baked in as succession planning is very much part of its thoughts. You'll work autonomously with no supervision, ably supported by the junior team. Salary and benefits will be in line with previous experience, guideline for salary is up to £65k.
One of the most renowned full-service practices in Chester has an exciting opening for a Senior Private Client Solicitor. The firm is expanding its incredibly well-regarded Private Client offering and require a senior hire to cap the department. This important hire will be a qualified Solicitor (ideally 5 years PQE and above) with vast experience dealing with a multitude of private client matters who is keen to develop their managerial ambitions. As a leading light in the firms specialist private client team, your role will be to take on a caseload of clients, assist with the day to day running of the team and be at the forefront of its continued development. The team manages myriad high-net-worth private client matters (including wills, probate, trusts, taxes and estates, powers of attorney, etc.) as well as matters involving business, agriculture and foreign asset issues. You'll play an integral part in the development and success of the wider team. You'll be able to work autonomously with no supervision, ably supported by the wider team. It is expected you will take a leading role in the team, second only to the Head of Department. Salary and benefits will be in line with your expertise with a guideline for salary of up to £65k. Apply today or contact Carl Ryan for more information.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
One of the most renowned full-service practices in Chester has an exciting opening for a Senior Private Client Solicitor. The firm is expanding its incredibly well-regarded Private Client offering and require a senior hire to cap the department. This important hire will be a qualified Solicitor (ideally 5 years PQE and above) with vast experience dealing with a multitude of private client matters who is keen to develop their managerial ambitions. As a leading light in the firms specialist private client team, your role will be to take on a caseload of clients, assist with the day to day running of the team and be at the forefront of its continued development. The team manages myriad high-net-worth private client matters (including wills, probate, trusts, taxes and estates, powers of attorney, etc.) as well as matters involving business, agriculture and foreign asset issues. You'll play an integral part in the development and success of the wider team. You'll be able to work autonomously with no supervision, ably supported by the wider team. It is expected you will take a leading role in the team, second only to the Head of Department. Salary and benefits will be in line with your expertise with a guideline for salary of up to £65k. Apply today or contact Carl Ryan for more information.
At Watkin Jones, we are excited to announce an opportunity for a multi site Contracts Manager to join our team and work on between 3 7 projects with a value of between £1 £5 million. Working as the Contracts Manager, you will play a vital role in driving and delivering on the refurbishment arm of our Group. This is a key position, offering the chance to make a significant impact as we continue to grow and expand in this sector. The Contracts Manager plays a pivotal role in negotiating, drafting, reviewing, and managing business contracts, ensuring that terms and conditions are beneficial for the company. This role involves working closely with clients, project managers, and legal teams to ensure that construction projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standards. The Senior Contracts Manager is also responsible for driving business opportunities, managing bids, and overseeing the administration of contracts throughout the project lifecycle. Role Overview The role involves driving business opportunities by building strong client relationships, meeting with clients to gather requirements, and securing new projects. You will lead bid management efforts, ensuring successful tenders by overseeing the preparation of bids and managing project programmes. Managing multiple refurbishment projects, typically ranging from £1 m to £20 m, you'll create detailed plans, budgets, and timelines while monitoring schedules and budgets throughout the process. The role also includes overseeing fire compartmentalisation and façade remediation tasks, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Additionally, you will handle contract negotiation and administration, ensure construction projects meet technical and regulatory standards, and collaborate with external partners to ensure smooth project execution. Your responsibilities will also include managing teams, maintaining contract records, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Skills and Qualifications Proven experience in contract management and project management, specifically in the construction industry, with a focus on refurbishment projects ranging from £1 m to £20 m (preferably accommodation projects such as hotels). Strong client-facing skills, with a proven ability to drive business opportunities and manage client relationships. Extensive experience in bid management, including programme and resource planning. Strong knowledge of contract administration, including the drafting, negotiation, and management of contracts. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines effectively. In depth knowledge of construction industry standards, budgeting, and contract law. Leadership capabilities, with experience managing and developing a contract management team. 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), agile working arrangements, and discounted gym memberships. Benefits: 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 + homes developed and in build across over 254 schemes, we have a proven track record of success. Our operating arm, Fresh, manages over units across 58 schemes, representing approximately £1.7 bn 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'd love to hear from you!
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
At Watkin Jones, we are excited to announce an opportunity for a multi site Contracts Manager to join our team and work on between 3 7 projects with a value of between £1 £5 million. Working as the Contracts Manager, you will play a vital role in driving and delivering on the refurbishment arm of our Group. This is a key position, offering the chance to make a significant impact as we continue to grow and expand in this sector. The Contracts Manager plays a pivotal role in negotiating, drafting, reviewing, and managing business contracts, ensuring that terms and conditions are beneficial for the company. This role involves working closely with clients, project managers, and legal teams to ensure that construction projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standards. The Senior Contracts Manager is also responsible for driving business opportunities, managing bids, and overseeing the administration of contracts throughout the project lifecycle. Role Overview The role involves driving business opportunities by building strong client relationships, meeting with clients to gather requirements, and securing new projects. You will lead bid management efforts, ensuring successful tenders by overseeing the preparation of bids and managing project programmes. Managing multiple refurbishment projects, typically ranging from £1 m to £20 m, you'll create detailed plans, budgets, and timelines while monitoring schedules and budgets throughout the process. The role also includes overseeing fire compartmentalisation and façade remediation tasks, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Additionally, you will handle contract negotiation and administration, ensure construction projects meet technical and regulatory standards, and collaborate with external partners to ensure smooth project execution. Your responsibilities will also include managing teams, maintaining contract records, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Skills and Qualifications Proven experience in contract management and project management, specifically in the construction industry, with a focus on refurbishment projects ranging from £1 m to £20 m (preferably accommodation projects such as hotels). Strong client-facing skills, with a proven ability to drive business opportunities and manage client relationships. Extensive experience in bid management, including programme and resource planning. Strong knowledge of contract administration, including the drafting, negotiation, and management of contracts. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines effectively. In depth knowledge of construction industry standards, budgeting, and contract law. Leadership capabilities, with experience managing and developing a contract management team. 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), agile working arrangements, and discounted gym memberships. Benefits: 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 + homes developed and in build across over 254 schemes, we have a proven track record of success. Our operating arm, Fresh, manages over units across 58 schemes, representing approximately £1.7 bn 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'd love to hear from you!
A leading UK developer is excited to offer a Trainee Site Manager position aimed at students seeking practical experience while studying. This opportunity involves working closely with experienced teams on live projects, developing essential skills, and applying academic knowledge in a real-world setting. The company promotes professional growth, offering support and valuable insights into the construction management field. Ideal candidates are passionate about construction and eager to learn in a dynamic environment, making this a great first step towards a successful career.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
A leading UK developer is excited to offer a Trainee Site Manager position aimed at students seeking practical experience while studying. This opportunity involves working closely with experienced teams on live projects, developing essential skills, and applying academic knowledge in a real-world setting. The company promotes professional growth, offering support and valuable insights into the construction management field. Ideal candidates are passionate about construction and eager to learn in a dynamic environment, making this a great first step towards a successful career.
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
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
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
Your new company We're working with a leading independent firm in Chester to appoint a specialist Tax Advisor role. Working as part of a supportive team, you will be delivering a full range of tax services to small and large businesses, partnerships, trusts and individuals, building relationships and interacting with clients to provide excellent planning, consulting and expertise. Your new role Researching, analysing and interpreting changing tax legislation in both the UK and overseas Liaising and negotiating with HMRC on behalf of the client Creating tax strategies for clients and planning their financial future Carrying out detailed computations to calculate tax liability and advising on how to minimise a client's liability Establishing and structuring family trusts Estate planning and advising on tax residence and domicile matters Providing guidance on indirect taxation issues such as VAT, customs planning and environmental taxes Producing reports and presentations for clients. What you'll need to succeed ATT or CTA qualified A logical and analytical mind The ability to interpret and explain complex legislation to non-specialists Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Negotiation, planning and organisation skills Commercial awareness What you'll get in return You will be working as part of a collaborative team environment with a competitive salary commensurate with experience, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company. What you need to do now If you're interested in this Tax Advisor role in Chester, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Justin Hopkins on to discuss it in more detail.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Your new company We're working with a leading independent firm in Chester to appoint a specialist Tax Advisor role. Working as part of a supportive team, you will be delivering a full range of tax services to small and large businesses, partnerships, trusts and individuals, building relationships and interacting with clients to provide excellent planning, consulting and expertise. Your new role Researching, analysing and interpreting changing tax legislation in both the UK and overseas Liaising and negotiating with HMRC on behalf of the client Creating tax strategies for clients and planning their financial future Carrying out detailed computations to calculate tax liability and advising on how to minimise a client's liability Establishing and structuring family trusts Estate planning and advising on tax residence and domicile matters Providing guidance on indirect taxation issues such as VAT, customs planning and environmental taxes Producing reports and presentations for clients. What you'll need to succeed ATT or CTA qualified A logical and analytical mind The ability to interpret and explain complex legislation to non-specialists Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Negotiation, planning and organisation skills Commercial awareness What you'll get in return You will be working as part of a collaborative team environment with a competitive salary commensurate with experience, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company. What you need to do now If you're interested in this Tax Advisor role in Chester, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Justin Hopkins on to discuss it in more detail.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
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
Your new company This is an opportunity to shape tax advisory in a forward-thinking, fast-growing accountancy group with offices across the UK. The group is proud to be building a culture where individuality is celebrated, collaboration is key, careers are built to last, and where people and clients are at the heart of everything they do.You'll be joining a team that's passionate about making a positive impact on clients, communities, and each other. Your new role As a Tax Manager, you'll be a key member of our experienced Tax Advisory team, delivering high-quality advice to a diverse portfolio of clients. You'll work closely with our Tax Directors and Senior Managers, supporting business owners with a wide range of tax planning and advisory services. Your responsibilities will include: Advising on acquisitions, disposals, share schemes, employee ownership trusts, reorganisations, incorporations, and remuneration planning Managing HMRC enquiries and investigations, including reviewing junior team members' work Providing technical support to our network of smaller accountancy firms Supporting the development, training, and mentoring of junior team members Contributing to a collaborative, fast-paced, and client-focused environment This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in a dynamic and supportive firm. What you'll need to succeed ACCA/ACA/CTA qualification with at least 3 years' post-qualification experience in tax Strong experience advising owner-managed businesses on a range of tax issues Excellent communication skills and a proactive, client-first mindset Confidence in managing complex projects and working collaboratively across teams A passion for mentoring and developing others Exposure to VAT is a bonus, but not essential A desire to challenge yourself and contribute to a growing, innovative firm What you'll get in return Competitive salary Generous holiday allowance, including your birthday off and a volunteer day Flexible hybrid working to suit your lifestyle Tailored learning and development opportunities Company pension Health MOTs and mental health support A vibrant wellbeing, social, and community calendar What you need to do now If you're interested in this Senior Tax Manager role in Manchester, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Justin Hopkins on to discuss it in more detail.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Your new company This is an opportunity to shape tax advisory in a forward-thinking, fast-growing accountancy group with offices across the UK. The group is proud to be building a culture where individuality is celebrated, collaboration is key, careers are built to last, and where people and clients are at the heart of everything they do.You'll be joining a team that's passionate about making a positive impact on clients, communities, and each other. Your new role As a Tax Manager, you'll be a key member of our experienced Tax Advisory team, delivering high-quality advice to a diverse portfolio of clients. You'll work closely with our Tax Directors and Senior Managers, supporting business owners with a wide range of tax planning and advisory services. Your responsibilities will include: Advising on acquisitions, disposals, share schemes, employee ownership trusts, reorganisations, incorporations, and remuneration planning Managing HMRC enquiries and investigations, including reviewing junior team members' work Providing technical support to our network of smaller accountancy firms Supporting the development, training, and mentoring of junior team members Contributing to a collaborative, fast-paced, and client-focused environment This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in a dynamic and supportive firm. What you'll need to succeed ACCA/ACA/CTA qualification with at least 3 years' post-qualification experience in tax Strong experience advising owner-managed businesses on a range of tax issues Excellent communication skills and a proactive, client-first mindset Confidence in managing complex projects and working collaboratively across teams A passion for mentoring and developing others Exposure to VAT is a bonus, but not essential A desire to challenge yourself and contribute to a growing, innovative firm What you'll get in return Competitive salary Generous holiday allowance, including your birthday off and a volunteer day Flexible hybrid working to suit your lifestyle Tailored learning and development opportunities Company pension Health MOTs and mental health support A vibrant wellbeing, social, and community calendar What you need to do now If you're interested in this Senior Tax Manager role in Manchester, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Justin Hopkins on to discuss it in more detail.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Become a driving instructor with My Four Wheels - earn £40,000-£50,000+ and build a career you'll love Looking for a career that offers financial freedom, flexibility, and genuine job satisfaction? Join My Four Wheels , one of the UK's highest-rated and fastest-growing driving schools, and turn your ambition into a rewarding new career. Training packages start from just £1,780 , with flexible options available - including the opportunity to have your training fees paid back once qualified . Whether you're seeking a complete career change or looking to be your own boss, no previous experience is needed - just enthusiasm, reliability, and the drive to succeed. Why choose My Four Wheels Excellent earning potential Earn between £40,000 and £50,000+ per year, depending on your hours and schedule. Transparent pricing, fair structure, and no hidden costs. Flexible working Choose your own hours around family life or other commitments. Work locally - most instructors teach within 30 minutes of home. Your own modern dual-control car Choose from a range of brand-new or nearly-new vehicles, including the Ford Puma, Renault Clio, MG3, Vauxhall Corsa, Toyota Aygo, and Peugeot 208. All cars are owned, supplied, and maintained by My Four Wheels - no third-party leasing or hidden extras. Comprehensive My Four Wheels Academy Industry-leading online and in-car training with over 100 mini-courses, live classrooms, and local trainer support. A network of 100 My Four Wheels trainers across the UK - every one of them a qualified MFW Instructor. Train locally with your own dedicated trainer and progress at your own pace. Guaranteed position after qualifying Once you're qualified, you'll have a secured position with My Four Wheels - providing immediate access to students in your local area. 5-star rated and trusted nationwide Over 5,000+ 5-star reviews across Trustpilot, Google and GoWork. Join a well-established, supportive community of more than 500 driving instructors nationwide. The role As a My Four Wheels driving instructor, you will: Teach learners to drive safely and confidently. Tailor lessons to suit each individual's learning style. Help students achieve independence by passing their driving test. Receive ongoing support from our dedicated office and training teams. What you'll need A full UK driving licence held for at least 3 years. No more than 5 penalty points and no recent driving bans. A professional, patient, and reliable attitude with great communication skills. Ready to take control of your career? Your new journey starts here. For more information, please click Apply Now .
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Become a driving instructor with My Four Wheels - earn £40,000-£50,000+ and build a career you'll love Looking for a career that offers financial freedom, flexibility, and genuine job satisfaction? Join My Four Wheels , one of the UK's highest-rated and fastest-growing driving schools, and turn your ambition into a rewarding new career. Training packages start from just £1,780 , with flexible options available - including the opportunity to have your training fees paid back once qualified . Whether you're seeking a complete career change or looking to be your own boss, no previous experience is needed - just enthusiasm, reliability, and the drive to succeed. Why choose My Four Wheels Excellent earning potential Earn between £40,000 and £50,000+ per year, depending on your hours and schedule. Transparent pricing, fair structure, and no hidden costs. Flexible working Choose your own hours around family life or other commitments. Work locally - most instructors teach within 30 minutes of home. Your own modern dual-control car Choose from a range of brand-new or nearly-new vehicles, including the Ford Puma, Renault Clio, MG3, Vauxhall Corsa, Toyota Aygo, and Peugeot 208. All cars are owned, supplied, and maintained by My Four Wheels - no third-party leasing or hidden extras. Comprehensive My Four Wheels Academy Industry-leading online and in-car training with over 100 mini-courses, live classrooms, and local trainer support. A network of 100 My Four Wheels trainers across the UK - every one of them a qualified MFW Instructor. Train locally with your own dedicated trainer and progress at your own pace. Guaranteed position after qualifying Once you're qualified, you'll have a secured position with My Four Wheels - providing immediate access to students in your local area. 5-star rated and trusted nationwide Over 5,000+ 5-star reviews across Trustpilot, Google and GoWork. Join a well-established, supportive community of more than 500 driving instructors nationwide. The role As a My Four Wheels driving instructor, you will: Teach learners to drive safely and confidently. Tailor lessons to suit each individual's learning style. Help students achieve independence by passing their driving test. Receive ongoing support from our dedicated office and training teams. What you'll need A full UK driving licence held for at least 3 years. No more than 5 penalty points and no recent driving bans. A professional, patient, and reliable attitude with great communication skills. Ready to take control of your career? Your new journey starts here. For more information, please click Apply Now .
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
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
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
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.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
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.
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.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
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.
Residential Conveyancer Location: Knutsford, Cheshire A thriving Knutsford-based practice is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join its expanding property team. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Residential Conveyancer to contribute to the growth of a well-established firm, strengthen its local presence and play a key role in delivering exceptional client service in the Cheshire property market. Key Responsibilities Manage a full residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to completion Deliver consistently high standards of client care, keeping clients informed and reassured throughout the process Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies Provide guidance and support to junior members of the property team where appropriate What We Are Looking For Residential Conveyancer with experience managing files from instruction to completion Confident in handling complex conveyancing matters, with a clear understanding of compliance obligations and file management procedures Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong client relationships Benefits Competitive salary and performance-based incentives Supportive and collaborative team culture with opportunities for career progression Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance Access to continuous professional development, training and membership of relevant professional bodies Opportunity to work within a thriving local practice with a strong reputation in Knutsford and the surrounding Cheshire area This is an ideal role for a proactive and ambitious Conveyancer looking to make a real impact in a busy, client-focused environment.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Residential Conveyancer Location: Knutsford, Cheshire A thriving Knutsford-based practice is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join its expanding property team. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Residential Conveyancer to contribute to the growth of a well-established firm, strengthen its local presence and play a key role in delivering exceptional client service in the Cheshire property market. Key Responsibilities Manage a full residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to completion Deliver consistently high standards of client care, keeping clients informed and reassured throughout the process Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies Provide guidance and support to junior members of the property team where appropriate What We Are Looking For Residential Conveyancer with experience managing files from instruction to completion Confident in handling complex conveyancing matters, with a clear understanding of compliance obligations and file management procedures Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong client relationships Benefits Competitive salary and performance-based incentives Supportive and collaborative team culture with opportunities for career progression Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance Access to continuous professional development, training and membership of relevant professional bodies Opportunity to work within a thriving local practice with a strong reputation in Knutsford and the surrounding Cheshire area This is an ideal role for a proactive and ambitious Conveyancer looking to make a real impact in a busy, client-focused environment.
Tax Specialist Annual Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum Location: Chester - Hybrid working offered Job Type: Full-time, Permanent We are seeking a Tax Specialist to join the rapidly expanding Tax Department of one of our clients in Chester. This role is ideal for a professional with substantial experience in tax compliance and a keen interest in progressing within the field, particularly in advisory services. This is not an entry-level position and requires someone who can support the Tax Manager, with a range of tasks including the preparation and submission of personal and corporation tax returns. Day-to-day of the role: Assist in the preparation and submission of personal tax returns and P11Ds, with the potential to handle corporation tax returns. Work closely with the Tax Manager to ensure compliance with all tax regulations. Engage in learning and development opportunities to advance knowledge in tax advisory. Maintain high-quality client interactions, ensuring all their tax-related queries and needs are addressed promptly and effectively. Utilise IRIS software for tax processing and maintain proficiency in various IT systems. Required Skills & Qualifications: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in tax within an accountancy practice. ATT/CTA qualification or currently studying towards it - Could offer study support Proficient in the preparation and submission of personal tax returns and P11Ds; experience with corporation tax is preferable. Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment. Benefits: Competitive salary with regular reviews. Hybrid working options-flexibility to work from home. A stable and supportive work environment where most staff have long tenures, reflecting our standing as a good employer. This is a great role and one that our client is looking to interview for ASAP - Please apply via the link or feel free to reach out directly.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Tax Specialist Annual Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum Location: Chester - Hybrid working offered Job Type: Full-time, Permanent We are seeking a Tax Specialist to join the rapidly expanding Tax Department of one of our clients in Chester. This role is ideal for a professional with substantial experience in tax compliance and a keen interest in progressing within the field, particularly in advisory services. This is not an entry-level position and requires someone who can support the Tax Manager, with a range of tasks including the preparation and submission of personal and corporation tax returns. Day-to-day of the role: Assist in the preparation and submission of personal tax returns and P11Ds, with the potential to handle corporation tax returns. Work closely with the Tax Manager to ensure compliance with all tax regulations. Engage in learning and development opportunities to advance knowledge in tax advisory. Maintain high-quality client interactions, ensuring all their tax-related queries and needs are addressed promptly and effectively. Utilise IRIS software for tax processing and maintain proficiency in various IT systems. Required Skills & Qualifications: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in tax within an accountancy practice. ATT/CTA qualification or currently studying towards it - Could offer study support Proficient in the preparation and submission of personal tax returns and P11Ds; experience with corporation tax is preferable. Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment. Benefits: Competitive salary with regular reviews. Hybrid working options-flexibility to work from home. A stable and supportive work environment where most staff have long tenures, reflecting our standing as a good employer. This is a great role and one that our client is looking to interview for ASAP - Please apply via the link or feel free to reach out directly.
Regional Finance Manager Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be partnered with a market leading business based near Chester to recruit a Regional Finance Manager into the Senior Leadership Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving financial efficiency, supporting operational performance, and providing strong financial leadership across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support business planning Own the month-end close process and act as the primary liaison with Group finance Lead and develop the finance team, overseeing all financial and payroll activities Prepare and deliver accurate, timely financial reports to support business decision making Coordinate statutory accounts, audits, and ensure timely tax and VAT compliance Maintain robust financial systems, controls, and processes, acting as the local lead for the accounting system Ensure full compliance with accounting, fiscal, and regulatory requirements across multiple legal entities Oversee designated accounting processes and manage a specialised operational support team Partner closely with operational leaders to identify efficiencies and improve performance - driving continuous process improvement and efficiencies. Act as company secretary for one or more entities. Skills Required: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role Strong knowledge of statutory accounting, compliance, and governance Confident communicator with the ability to influence at senior level Hands-on, commercially minded, and comfortable operating in a dynamic environment Any prior experience within manufacturing would be an advantage Benefits: Competitive salary dependent on experience Bonus Company pension scheme Health scheme and life assurance Salary sacrifice scheme This is a site-based role with some flexibility where required and occasional travel across the UK.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Regional Finance Manager Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be partnered with a market leading business based near Chester to recruit a Regional Finance Manager into the Senior Leadership Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving financial efficiency, supporting operational performance, and providing strong financial leadership across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support business planning Own the month-end close process and act as the primary liaison with Group finance Lead and develop the finance team, overseeing all financial and payroll activities Prepare and deliver accurate, timely financial reports to support business decision making Coordinate statutory accounts, audits, and ensure timely tax and VAT compliance Maintain robust financial systems, controls, and processes, acting as the local lead for the accounting system Ensure full compliance with accounting, fiscal, and regulatory requirements across multiple legal entities Oversee designated accounting processes and manage a specialised operational support team Partner closely with operational leaders to identify efficiencies and improve performance - driving continuous process improvement and efficiencies. Act as company secretary for one or more entities. Skills Required: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role Strong knowledge of statutory accounting, compliance, and governance Confident communicator with the ability to influence at senior level Hands-on, commercially minded, and comfortable operating in a dynamic environment Any prior experience within manufacturing would be an advantage Benefits: Competitive salary dependent on experience Bonus Company pension scheme Health scheme and life assurance Salary sacrifice scheme This is a site-based role with some flexibility where required and occasional travel across the UK.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. We'll help you succeed Our clients 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 clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively . You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview As an Assistant Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality financial reporting services while developing your technical expertise in a supportive team environment. We offer excellent training and development opportunities to help you grow professionally. You'll work with a diverse client base-from SMEs to listed companies-under UK GAAP and IFRS frameworks. Your responsibilities will include managing a portfolio of complex clients, preparing statutory accounts, and leading financial reporting advisory engagements. You'll also oversee client relationships, monitor project performance, plan resource needs, and review work prepared by junior team members. In addition to client delivery, you'll be part of the Northern Financial Reporting management team, contributing to strategic growth and supporting departmental initiatives such as coaching and mentoring, business development, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and risk management procedures. You'll be someone with: Qualified ACA, ACCA or equivalent. Previous experience in a management role. Strong working knowledge of UK and international reporting standards (including UK GAAP and UK-adopted IFRS) and related financial reporting requirements. Previous experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts, consolidations and cash flows. Business development experience - able to contribute to the identification and conversion of opportunities to services. 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 everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in 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. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side . Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together whe re and whe n 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 c ollaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work , so w e 've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices . BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise , and w e'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 them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6, 500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach 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.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. We'll help you succeed Our clients 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 clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively . You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview As an Assistant Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality financial reporting services while developing your technical expertise in a supportive team environment. We offer excellent training and development opportunities to help you grow professionally. You'll work with a diverse client base-from SMEs to listed companies-under UK GAAP and IFRS frameworks. Your responsibilities will include managing a portfolio of complex clients, preparing statutory accounts, and leading financial reporting advisory engagements. You'll also oversee client relationships, monitor project performance, plan resource needs, and review work prepared by junior team members. In addition to client delivery, you'll be part of the Northern Financial Reporting management team, contributing to strategic growth and supporting departmental initiatives such as coaching and mentoring, business development, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and risk management procedures. You'll be someone with: Qualified ACA, ACCA or equivalent. Previous experience in a management role. Strong working knowledge of UK and international reporting standards (including UK GAAP and UK-adopted IFRS) and related financial reporting requirements. Previous experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts, consolidations and cash flows. Business development experience - able to contribute to the identification and conversion of opportunities to services. 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 everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in 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. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side . Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together whe re and whe n 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 c ollaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work , so w e 've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices . BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise , and w e'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 them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6, 500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach 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 businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially- spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. We'll help you succeed Our clients 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 clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview As a Manager, you'll play a key role in leading the team and ensuring the smooth delivery of services to our clients. Our clients value the quality of our advice, which stems from strong relationships and a deep understanding of their businesses. You'll manage day-to-day team operations, support senior colleagues, and oversee the review of statutory financial statements, financial reporting for various entities, corporate tax services, and ad-hoc advisory work. You'll also contribute to strategic growth, coach junior staff, and support business development and commercial performance. This role offers the chance to build on your financial reporting and technical expertise within a collaborative and supportive team. You'll receive high-quality training and development to help you succeed. We work with a wide range of clients, primarily owner-managed and SME businesses, across various sectors. Our work spans UK GAAP and IFRS frameworks, including financial statement preparation and advisory projects. You'll be someone with: Qualified ACA, ACCA or equivalent. Previous experience in a management role. Strong working knowledge of UK and international reporting standards (including UK GAAP and UK-adopted IFRS) and related financial reporting requirements. Previous experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts. Business development experience - able to contribute to the identification and conversion of opportunities to services. 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 everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in 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. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side . Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together whe re and whe n 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 c ollaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work , so w e 've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices . BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and w e'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 them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6, 500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach 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.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially- spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. We'll help you succeed Our clients 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 clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview As a Manager, you'll play a key role in leading the team and ensuring the smooth delivery of services to our clients. Our clients value the quality of our advice, which stems from strong relationships and a deep understanding of their businesses. You'll manage day-to-day team operations, support senior colleagues, and oversee the review of statutory financial statements, financial reporting for various entities, corporate tax services, and ad-hoc advisory work. You'll also contribute to strategic growth, coach junior staff, and support business development and commercial performance. This role offers the chance to build on your financial reporting and technical expertise within a collaborative and supportive team. You'll receive high-quality training and development to help you succeed. We work with a wide range of clients, primarily owner-managed and SME businesses, across various sectors. Our work spans UK GAAP and IFRS frameworks, including financial statement preparation and advisory projects. You'll be someone with: Qualified ACA, ACCA or equivalent. Previous experience in a management role. Strong working knowledge of UK and international reporting standards (including UK GAAP and UK-adopted IFRS) and related financial reporting requirements. Previous experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts. Business development experience - able to contribute to the identification and conversion of opportunities to services. 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 everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in 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. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side . Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together whe re and whe n 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 c ollaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work , so w e 've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices . BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and w e'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 them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6, 500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach 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. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing VAT Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals as well as public sector and not for profit entities. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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 proactively 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. Job Description This role will provide VAT advisory services to a wide range of organisations. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients including being involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis, whilst ensuring the Firm's quality and risk standards are met. The role will be supported by the VAT Director and VAT Partner. Responsibilities Provide VAT advisory services with some compliance element to a wide range of clients, getting involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. Ensure the Firm's quality control procedures are adhered to as appropriate, and the Firm's professional standards are met. Highlight risk, quality control and technical matters to the Partner/ Director, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Develop professional relationships with clients and within the Firm, adapting the approach for the relevant audience. Take ownership and manage a portfolio of clients including client take on and engagement; billings and recovery rates; and debt management. To act as a key point of contact within the Firm for the client, together with the Partner/ Director. This will involve responding promptly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on the portfolio. Ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and timescales and keep client/ Partner/ Director informed of overruns. Liaise with HMRC and other stakeholders. Self-development and continuing professional education with a view to progressing within the Firm. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Requirements An in depth, up to date, technical knowledge of VAT and the ability to deal with complex issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a client portfolio profitably Experience of dealing with client management and HMRC CTA and/or ACA qualified or experienced within HMRC Demonstrable VAT advisory experience Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions. 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.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
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. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing VAT Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals as well as public sector and not for profit entities. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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 proactively 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. Job Description This role will provide VAT advisory services to a wide range of organisations. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients including being involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis, whilst ensuring the Firm's quality and risk standards are met. The role will be supported by the VAT Director and VAT Partner. Responsibilities Provide VAT advisory services with some compliance element to a wide range of clients, getting involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. Ensure the Firm's quality control procedures are adhered to as appropriate, and the Firm's professional standards are met. Highlight risk, quality control and technical matters to the Partner/ Director, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Develop professional relationships with clients and within the Firm, adapting the approach for the relevant audience. Take ownership and manage a portfolio of clients including client take on and engagement; billings and recovery rates; and debt management. To act as a key point of contact within the Firm for the client, together with the Partner/ Director. This will involve responding promptly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on the portfolio. Ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and timescales and keep client/ Partner/ Director informed of overruns. Liaise with HMRC and other stakeholders. Self-development and continuing professional education with a view to progressing within the Firm. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Requirements An in depth, up to date, technical knowledge of VAT and the ability to deal with complex issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a client portfolio profitably Experience of dealing with client management and HMRC CTA and/or ACA qualified or experienced within HMRC Demonstrable VAT advisory experience Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions. 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 businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and 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. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Our clients 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 clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. You'll be someone with A degree level education and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent with demonstrable post qualified experience. Experience of managing a portfolio of clients including control of client take on and engagement, billings, and identification of opportunities to improve recoveries, together with cash collection. Understands potential risks to the Firm in relation to the Firm's quality control procedures and raising to the appropriate person. Experience of leading complex projects Experience of people management. You'll also 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 everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in 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. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. 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 our clients and satisfying experiences at work, 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.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and 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. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Our clients 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 clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. You'll be someone with A degree level education and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent with demonstrable post qualified experience. Experience of managing a portfolio of clients including control of client take on and engagement, billings, and identification of opportunities to improve recoveries, together with cash collection. Understands potential risks to the Firm in relation to the Firm's quality control procedures and raising to the appropriate person. Experience of leading complex projects Experience of people management. You'll also 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 everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in 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. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. 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 our clients and satisfying experiences at work, 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.
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.
Apr 01, 2026
Seasonal
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.
Private Client Partner - Chester Industry renowned multi-site practice, operating out of Chester city centre - and at home! - is expanding its incredibly well regarded Private Client team. This important, Partner level hire will be a qualified Solicitor (5yrs+ PQE, guideline of up to 15yrs PQE ideally) with extensive experience within the private client sphere. As a leading light in its specialist private client team, your role will be to take on a caseload of your own clients, assist with the day to day running of the team and be at the forefront of the continued development of the private client offering. Key Responsibilities: Handling high net worth private client matters, including trusts, taxes, estates and powers of attorney Addressing business and agricultural issues Working independently with support from the team Taking a leadership role Mentoring and supervising junior team members Benefits: Flexible working environment Opportunities for career progression Location: Chester city centre and remote Experience: 5-15 years PQE Salary: Up to £75k, plus extensive benefits Fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Private Client Solicitor, either already at Partner level or very keen to attain the same to join one of Cheshire's best regarded teams, get in touch today to find out more! Salary will be competitive, with a guideline of up to £75k.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Private Client Partner - Chester Industry renowned multi-site practice, operating out of Chester city centre - and at home! - is expanding its incredibly well regarded Private Client team. This important, Partner level hire will be a qualified Solicitor (5yrs+ PQE, guideline of up to 15yrs PQE ideally) with extensive experience within the private client sphere. As a leading light in its specialist private client team, your role will be to take on a caseload of your own clients, assist with the day to day running of the team and be at the forefront of the continued development of the private client offering. Key Responsibilities: Handling high net worth private client matters, including trusts, taxes, estates and powers of attorney Addressing business and agricultural issues Working independently with support from the team Taking a leadership role Mentoring and supervising junior team members Benefits: Flexible working environment Opportunities for career progression Location: Chester city centre and remote Experience: 5-15 years PQE Salary: Up to £75k, plus extensive benefits Fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Private Client Solicitor, either already at Partner level or very keen to attain the same to join one of Cheshire's best regarded teams, get in touch today to find out more! Salary will be competitive, with a guideline of up to £75k.
Your new company This company is a global leader in its sector, operating across multiple regions and committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethics, governance and regulatory compliance. With an established reputation for innovation, integrity and long-term growth, the business is expanding its global legal team and is looking for an experienced Senior Compliance Counsel to play a key role in driving a robust and effective compliance framework worldwide. Your new role As Senior Legal Compliance Counsel, you will be at the heart of the organisation's global compliance programme. You will provide expert legal advice on sanctions and export controls, anti-corruption, anti-trust and competition law, data protection and wider compliance matters. You will lead and support key initiatives, partner with business leaders across regions, and ensure that policies, processes and controls remain strong, effective and fit for purpose. Your responsibilities will include conducting and approving compliance due diligence, managing specialist external counsel, reviewing compliance aspects of commercial contracts, drafting and implementing global compliance policies, and delivering high-quality training. You will also conduct internal investigations, support whistle-blower reports, carry out cross-regional compliance assessments, and contribute to board level reporting. This is a varied, high-impact role with significant autonomy and visibility across the business. What you'll need to succeed A legal qualification (Solicitor, Barrister, CILEX or equivalent) with 8+ years' PQE. Strong experience in legal compliance, ideally including sanctions, export controls, anti-corruption, competition/antitrust and data protection. Previous in-house experience and the ability to work confidently and independently. Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills. Excellent organisational abilities, with the capability to manage complex, multi-stream projects. A practical, solutions-focused mindset with the judgement to balance legal risk with business needs. Willingness to undertake occasional international travel with occasional short-notice travel for urgent matters. What you'll get in return In return, you'll join a respected global organisation where compliance is a strategic priority and where your expertise will have real influence. You will benefit from an excellent rewards package, including: Up to 10% employee and 15% employer pension contributions Annual bonus of up to 30% of basic salary 6x death-in-service cover Private medical insurance 25 days' annual leave, increasing to 28 days with length of service Save As You Earn scheme You'll also have the opportunity to develop professionally, work on high-impact global projects, and build a long-term career within a supportive, expert Legal Compliance team. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on .If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Your new company This company is a global leader in its sector, operating across multiple regions and committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethics, governance and regulatory compliance. With an established reputation for innovation, integrity and long-term growth, the business is expanding its global legal team and is looking for an experienced Senior Compliance Counsel to play a key role in driving a robust and effective compliance framework worldwide. Your new role As Senior Legal Compliance Counsel, you will be at the heart of the organisation's global compliance programme. You will provide expert legal advice on sanctions and export controls, anti-corruption, anti-trust and competition law, data protection and wider compliance matters. You will lead and support key initiatives, partner with business leaders across regions, and ensure that policies, processes and controls remain strong, effective and fit for purpose. Your responsibilities will include conducting and approving compliance due diligence, managing specialist external counsel, reviewing compliance aspects of commercial contracts, drafting and implementing global compliance policies, and delivering high-quality training. You will also conduct internal investigations, support whistle-blower reports, carry out cross-regional compliance assessments, and contribute to board level reporting. This is a varied, high-impact role with significant autonomy and visibility across the business. What you'll need to succeed A legal qualification (Solicitor, Barrister, CILEX or equivalent) with 8+ years' PQE. Strong experience in legal compliance, ideally including sanctions, export controls, anti-corruption, competition/antitrust and data protection. Previous in-house experience and the ability to work confidently and independently. Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills. Excellent organisational abilities, with the capability to manage complex, multi-stream projects. A practical, solutions-focused mindset with the judgement to balance legal risk with business needs. Willingness to undertake occasional international travel with occasional short-notice travel for urgent matters. What you'll get in return In return, you'll join a respected global organisation where compliance is a strategic priority and where your expertise will have real influence. You will benefit from an excellent rewards package, including: Up to 10% employee and 15% employer pension contributions Annual bonus of up to 30% of basic salary 6x death-in-service cover Private medical insurance 25 days' annual leave, increasing to 28 days with length of service Save As You Earn scheme You'll also have the opportunity to develop professionally, work on high-impact global projects, and build a long-term career within a supportive, expert Legal Compliance team. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on .If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Registered Fostering Manager (Set up the service with a non-profit) Salary: £57,800 (flexible depending on experience) Location: Manchester and Cheshire (Hybrid working) Nonstop has partnered with a reputable non-profit organisation in the North West, who are looking for an experienced Registered Manager to join them on a permanent basis and lead the set-up of a brand-new Independent Fostering Agency. This is a great opportunity to build a service from the ground up while working for a values-led organisation that prioritises children and long-term outcomes. Benefits: Large non-profit organisation Brand-new service with strong growth potential Therapeutic agency - PACE and trauma-informed approach In-house psychologist providing training and reflective practice Established agency with resources to support the service Flexible hybrid working (no fixed office days) Unique vision for the set up service 25 days annual leave increasing to 30 after 5 years of service Responsibilities: Lead the set-up of the IFA and support the Ofsted registration Ensure compliance, safeguarding standards, and high-quality care Support the growth and development of the service Requirements: Strong fostering experience Ideally Registered Fostering Manager experience or strong commissioning background Set-up experience is a plus Good understanding of Ofsted regulations Social Work England (SWE) How to Apply: If you're interested, please send your CV (preferably in Word format) via this site. Not the right role for you? Refer a friend and earn a £200 referral bonus. For other opportunities or a chat, connect with Madison Sable on LinkedIn. At NonStop Care, you'll have a dedicated consultant to support you through every step - from CV review to interview preparation - ensuring you have everything you need to succeed.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Registered Fostering Manager (Set up the service with a non-profit) Salary: £57,800 (flexible depending on experience) Location: Manchester and Cheshire (Hybrid working) Nonstop has partnered with a reputable non-profit organisation in the North West, who are looking for an experienced Registered Manager to join them on a permanent basis and lead the set-up of a brand-new Independent Fostering Agency. This is a great opportunity to build a service from the ground up while working for a values-led organisation that prioritises children and long-term outcomes. Benefits: Large non-profit organisation Brand-new service with strong growth potential Therapeutic agency - PACE and trauma-informed approach In-house psychologist providing training and reflective practice Established agency with resources to support the service Flexible hybrid working (no fixed office days) Unique vision for the set up service 25 days annual leave increasing to 30 after 5 years of service Responsibilities: Lead the set-up of the IFA and support the Ofsted registration Ensure compliance, safeguarding standards, and high-quality care Support the growth and development of the service Requirements: Strong fostering experience Ideally Registered Fostering Manager experience or strong commissioning background Set-up experience is a plus Good understanding of Ofsted regulations Social Work England (SWE) How to Apply: If you're interested, please send your CV (preferably in Word format) via this site. Not the right role for you? Refer a friend and earn a £200 referral bonus. For other opportunities or a chat, connect with Madison Sable on LinkedIn. At NonStop Care, you'll have a dedicated consultant to support you through every step - from CV review to interview preparation - ensuring you have everything you need to succeed.
Your Role At Asda there is nothing more important than the health and wellbeing of our customers, our priority is to always put them first by delivering high quality patient care. Due to our extended service contracts with the NHS we're committed to delivering a wide range of care for the treatment and monitoring of minor eye conditions. A typical day will involve screening patients, coaching and training the wider team whilst helping to maintain standards on the department. At Asda we are extremely passionate and committed to providing our Optometrists with all the training they will need to fulfil their role and enhance their skills. Not only do we have a fantastic CPD programme, but we also offer protected time to our Optometrists to complete further accreditations funded by Asda. This ensures you have the full training package to meet the ever-changing eye care needs of our customers. It's all about developing and supporting you to reach your full potential. With access to in store, regional and home office teams you are fully supported in all aspects of your role whether your query is clinical or service based there is always someone on hand to offer expert advice and support. About You At Asda it's all about the service and creating a memorable experience for our customers so you will be able use clinical skills and passion for your role to help achieve this. Working in partnership with an Optical Manager (a qualified Dispensing Optician), you'll play a key part in creating an environment that combines both clinical and operational excellence. By working alongside the wider department team, you will support with coaching, training, and helping to develop new patient services to ensure we are able to offer our customers the most current and accessible services to meet their needs. You'll be: A fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC A registered performer with your NHS area team or health board MECs or WECs accredited (or willing to gain accreditation within 12 months of joining Asda - funded and supported by us) On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD Able to use your skills and passion for the role to deliver a memorable customer experience Passionate about developing new patient services and shaping the culture of the department Apply today by completing an online application Everything you'll love You will also get an excellent benefits package including: Discretionary company bonus Company pension up to 7% matched 15% colleague discount in store and online. Free access to wellbeing services such as Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline, alongside discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking, enhanced to theme parks and cinemas. Your professional indemnity insurance GOC fees paid CET package Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7 days opening Asda Allies Inclusion Networks - helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments. We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves. Find your everything Apply here
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Your Role At Asda there is nothing more important than the health and wellbeing of our customers, our priority is to always put them first by delivering high quality patient care. Due to our extended service contracts with the NHS we're committed to delivering a wide range of care for the treatment and monitoring of minor eye conditions. A typical day will involve screening patients, coaching and training the wider team whilst helping to maintain standards on the department. At Asda we are extremely passionate and committed to providing our Optometrists with all the training they will need to fulfil their role and enhance their skills. Not only do we have a fantastic CPD programme, but we also offer protected time to our Optometrists to complete further accreditations funded by Asda. This ensures you have the full training package to meet the ever-changing eye care needs of our customers. It's all about developing and supporting you to reach your full potential. With access to in store, regional and home office teams you are fully supported in all aspects of your role whether your query is clinical or service based there is always someone on hand to offer expert advice and support. About You At Asda it's all about the service and creating a memorable experience for our customers so you will be able use clinical skills and passion for your role to help achieve this. Working in partnership with an Optical Manager (a qualified Dispensing Optician), you'll play a key part in creating an environment that combines both clinical and operational excellence. By working alongside the wider department team, you will support with coaching, training, and helping to develop new patient services to ensure we are able to offer our customers the most current and accessible services to meet their needs. You'll be: A fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC A registered performer with your NHS area team or health board MECs or WECs accredited (or willing to gain accreditation within 12 months of joining Asda - funded and supported by us) On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD Able to use your skills and passion for the role to deliver a memorable customer experience Passionate about developing new patient services and shaping the culture of the department Apply today by completing an online application Everything you'll love You will also get an excellent benefits package including: Discretionary company bonus Company pension up to 7% matched 15% colleague discount in store and online. Free access to wellbeing services such as Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline, alongside discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking, enhanced to theme parks and cinemas. Your professional indemnity insurance GOC fees paid CET package Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7 days opening Asda Allies Inclusion Networks - helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments. We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves. Find your everything Apply here
The Company One of the biggest multiples in the industry is looking for a residential optometrist in their well-established store based in Chester-le-Street. Having been the most favourable company to work for. Previously they have had an excellent reputation mainly due to having such a good clinical balance as well as offering a good work life balance. The Position We are seeking a friendly and confident optometrist who can commit to a full time/part time position based in Chester-le-Street. With excellent career progression available, someone who is career driven and wants to improve their skills and career would be at an advantage as well as being able to provide an excellent service to their patients. The Location The ideal location for the optometrist to be based is in Chester-le-Street or its surrounding areas with good travel links or a car. Why Should You Apply? £65,000 Salary Good flexibility (Including weekends Market Leading Penson Scheme Competitive Bonus Structure Longer testing times Exceptional career development Supportive and friendly team Good clinical and commercial balance GOC fees and indemnities covered REQUIREMENTS GOC registered or ability to be Clean faultless GOC record Full Time or part time commitment Team and self-motivated If you cannot offer the above requirements, please do not apply for the position. INTERESTED ? If you are interested the please contact our Consultant, Joe Preston on OR - he will answer any questions and provide all details needed. Recommendations / Refer a Friend Vivid Optical are working in partnership on this vacancy / optical group. If you are not interested but know someone who would be perfect for such a job, then we can offer up to £500 for each successful recommendation.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
The Company One of the biggest multiples in the industry is looking for a residential optometrist in their well-established store based in Chester-le-Street. Having been the most favourable company to work for. Previously they have had an excellent reputation mainly due to having such a good clinical balance as well as offering a good work life balance. The Position We are seeking a friendly and confident optometrist who can commit to a full time/part time position based in Chester-le-Street. With excellent career progression available, someone who is career driven and wants to improve their skills and career would be at an advantage as well as being able to provide an excellent service to their patients. The Location The ideal location for the optometrist to be based is in Chester-le-Street or its surrounding areas with good travel links or a car. Why Should You Apply? £65,000 Salary Good flexibility (Including weekends Market Leading Penson Scheme Competitive Bonus Structure Longer testing times Exceptional career development Supportive and friendly team Good clinical and commercial balance GOC fees and indemnities covered REQUIREMENTS GOC registered or ability to be Clean faultless GOC record Full Time or part time commitment Team and self-motivated If you cannot offer the above requirements, please do not apply for the position. INTERESTED ? If you are interested the please contact our Consultant, Joe Preston on OR - he will answer any questions and provide all details needed. Recommendations / Refer a Friend Vivid Optical are working in partnership on this vacancy / optical group. If you are not interested but know someone who would be perfect for such a job, then we can offer up to £500 for each successful recommendation.
Commercial Recruitment Consultant Chester £30,000 - £36,000 DOE + Uncapped Commission Every 2nd Friday off We're looking for an experienced Commercial Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team in Chester. At Recruit4staff, we combine tech and AI-driven tools with good old-fashioned, relationship-led recruitment click apply for full job details
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Commercial Recruitment Consultant Chester £30,000 - £36,000 DOE + Uncapped Commission Every 2nd Friday off We're looking for an experienced Commercial Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team in Chester. At Recruit4staff, we combine tech and AI-driven tools with good old-fashioned, relationship-led recruitment click apply for full job details
Cable Jointer North Wales, Merseyside and Cheshire Permanent Competitive + Commercial vehicle + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom Networks are currently recruiting for Jointers to be part of a team undertaking cable jointing works on paper/lead and polymeric cables to support the upgrade and replacement of substation equipment in a manner that delivers safe, high workmanship quality and fit for purpose networks for the customer, and which promotes the company in a positive light at all times. The role is based across the Scottish Power DNO region in the North West of England and North Wales Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Support with the installation of power cable joints and terminations on paper/lead or polymeric underground or substation cable systems, switchgear, transformers and associated equipment in substations operating from LV up to 33kV. Progress to "Authorised Person" status under SPEN's Safety Rules, allowing the individual to a) have independent access to substations containing live exposed conductors, b) to receive a permit to work and c) to supervise a working party. Recognise best practices and promote innovation ideas. Keep safe and maintain all company property issued, ensure it is routinely PAT or calibration tested and bring to the company's attention any items that are not of a serviceable nature in a timely manner. Assist technical staff such as SAPs in undertaking cable identification, spiking, phasing and pressure testing of power cable systems from LV up to 33kV. What we're looking for: LV/HV Cable jointing or HV fitting experience Minimum of 2 years practical or craft skills experience using hand tools. Basic operational knowledge of electrical or mechanical systems. Site safety passport and/or experience of working on CDM sites. Manual Handling Certificate DNO Authorisations for SPEN to receive and cancel PTW (or alternative equivalent DNO authorisation i.e. ENW, NPG) - Desirable Full Driving Licence Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Company commercial vehicle Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. You will be working as part of a team where we are committed to creating a culture where we treat each other fairly and with respect, recognising everyone as an individual. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Cable Jointer North Wales, Merseyside and Cheshire Permanent Competitive + Commercial vehicle + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom Networks are currently recruiting for Jointers to be part of a team undertaking cable jointing works on paper/lead and polymeric cables to support the upgrade and replacement of substation equipment in a manner that delivers safe, high workmanship quality and fit for purpose networks for the customer, and which promotes the company in a positive light at all times. The role is based across the Scottish Power DNO region in the North West of England and North Wales Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Support with the installation of power cable joints and terminations on paper/lead or polymeric underground or substation cable systems, switchgear, transformers and associated equipment in substations operating from LV up to 33kV. Progress to "Authorised Person" status under SPEN's Safety Rules, allowing the individual to a) have independent access to substations containing live exposed conductors, b) to receive a permit to work and c) to supervise a working party. Recognise best practices and promote innovation ideas. Keep safe and maintain all company property issued, ensure it is routinely PAT or calibration tested and bring to the company's attention any items that are not of a serviceable nature in a timely manner. Assist technical staff such as SAPs in undertaking cable identification, spiking, phasing and pressure testing of power cable systems from LV up to 33kV. What we're looking for: LV/HV Cable jointing or HV fitting experience Minimum of 2 years practical or craft skills experience using hand tools. Basic operational knowledge of electrical or mechanical systems. Site safety passport and/or experience of working on CDM sites. Manual Handling Certificate DNO Authorisations for SPEN to receive and cancel PTW (or alternative equivalent DNO authorisation i.e. ENW, NPG) - Desirable Full Driving Licence Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Company commercial vehicle Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. You will be working as part of a team where we are committed to creating a culture where we treat each other fairly and with respect, recognising everyone as an individual. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
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.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
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.
Are you a passionate and dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant with a strong desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children with autism and challenging behavior? Do you have experience working in Special Educational Needs (SEN) settings and a genuine commitment to helping children reach their full potential? If so, we want you to join the team at a leading SEN school in Chester. We are seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join the school and support students with autism and challenging behavior. As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. Your role will involve providing one-on-one support, assisting with classroom activities, and helping students develop essential life skills. As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, you will: Provide one-on-one support to students with autism and challenging behavior. Assist teachers in planning and delivering tailored lessons and activities. Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment. Implement behavior management strategies to support students' emotional and social development. Support students in developing essential life skills, including communication and self-regulation. Collaborate with the SEN team to create and adapt resources for individual students. Maintain accurate records of student progress and behavior. As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, you will have: Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent. Experience working in SEN settings, particularly with students with autism and challenging behavior. Strong understanding of autism spectrum disorders and behavior management techniques. Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children with special needs. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. The ability to adapt to the changing needs of students and the school environment. As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, Academics offer: Flexibility: Choose when and where you work, and enjoy a better work-life balance. Variety: Work with different age groups and schools, keeping your teaching experience diverse and engaging. Competitive pay: We offer highly competitive rates of pay, ensuring that your skills and experience are valued. Opportunities for progression: We offer professional development opportunities to help you grow and advance in your career. A supportive agency: We provide ongoing support, including access to training and resources, to help you succeed in your role. If you believe you are the Level 2 Teaching Assistant we are looking for, apply today or call Laura at Academics to discuss this role and other SEN roles.
Apr 01, 2026
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Are you a passionate and dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant with a strong desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children with autism and challenging behavior? Do you have experience working in Special Educational Needs (SEN) settings and a genuine commitment to helping children reach their full potential? If so, we want you to join the team at a leading SEN school in Chester. We are seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join the school and support students with autism and challenging behavior. As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. Your role will involve providing one-on-one support, assisting with classroom activities, and helping students develop essential life skills. As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, you will: Provide one-on-one support to students with autism and challenging behavior. Assist teachers in planning and delivering tailored lessons and activities. Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment. Implement behavior management strategies to support students' emotional and social development. Support students in developing essential life skills, including communication and self-regulation. Collaborate with the SEN team to create and adapt resources for individual students. Maintain accurate records of student progress and behavior. As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, you will have: Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent. Experience working in SEN settings, particularly with students with autism and challenging behavior. Strong understanding of autism spectrum disorders and behavior management techniques. Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children with special needs. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. The ability to adapt to the changing needs of students and the school environment. As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, Academics offer: Flexibility: Choose when and where you work, and enjoy a better work-life balance. Variety: Work with different age groups and schools, keeping your teaching experience diverse and engaging. Competitive pay: We offer highly competitive rates of pay, ensuring that your skills and experience are valued. Opportunities for progression: We offer professional development opportunities to help you grow and advance in your career. A supportive agency: We provide ongoing support, including access to training and resources, to help you succeed in your role. If you believe you are the Level 2 Teaching Assistant we are looking for, apply today or call Laura at Academics to discuss this role and other SEN roles.
Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a Science Teacher with a specialism in Chemistry for a new exciting role at a Secondary School in Chester. The role is a full time position teaching KS3 & KS4 Science at a great school on the outskirts of Chester. The position is due to start after Easter and will run up until the end of June. The role is open to applications with all levels of experience from ECT to UPS. This large secondary school has a great reputation within the local area, supportive senior leaders and great support staff makes it a great teaching environment. To be considered for this role, we will need - Proof of Right to Work, this could be your Passport or Birth Certificate. A CV that covers 10 years of education or employment. A fully enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to process one with us. (We will refund the cost of the DBS) The benefits of registering with Tradewind - Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice Your development matters: we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer If you are interested in this Science Teacher role in Chester, then click 'Apply Now' or get in touch to discuss at
Apr 01, 2026
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Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a Science Teacher with a specialism in Chemistry for a new exciting role at a Secondary School in Chester. The role is a full time position teaching KS3 & KS4 Science at a great school on the outskirts of Chester. The position is due to start after Easter and will run up until the end of June. The role is open to applications with all levels of experience from ECT to UPS. This large secondary school has a great reputation within the local area, supportive senior leaders and great support staff makes it a great teaching environment. To be considered for this role, we will need - Proof of Right to Work, this could be your Passport or Birth Certificate. A CV that covers 10 years of education or employment. A fully enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to process one with us. (We will refund the cost of the DBS) The benefits of registering with Tradewind - Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice Your development matters: we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer If you are interested in this Science Teacher role in Chester, then click 'Apply Now' or get in touch to discuss at
SEN Teaching Assistant - Chester - Flexible Roles Available Location: Chester and surrounding areas Pay: £90-£100 per day Contract: Full-time / Part-time / Supply Agency: Academics Are you looking for a rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant role in Chester? Do you want to build your experience in education and training while making a genuine difference? Academics are recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs across primary schools in Chester, Ellesmere Port and the region. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to develop a career in education and training. What You'll Be Doing: As a SEN Teaching Assistant in Chester, you will: Support pupils with additional needs on a 1:1 or small group basis Help children stay engaged and confident in lessons Work closely with teachers to deliver inclusive education and training Provide emotional and behavioural support where needed Contribute to a positive classroom environment Who This Role is For: SEN Teaching Assistant professionals Graduates exploring education and training careers Support workers or care backgrounds Anyone passionate about helping children succeed Why Work With Academics? Flexible SEN Teaching Assistant roles across Chester Competitive daily pay Ongoing consultant support Opportunities to progress within education and training Pathways into long-term roles If you're ready to start or continue your journey as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Chester, apply today.
Apr 01, 2026
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SEN Teaching Assistant - Chester - Flexible Roles Available Location: Chester and surrounding areas Pay: £90-£100 per day Contract: Full-time / Part-time / Supply Agency: Academics Are you looking for a rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant role in Chester? Do you want to build your experience in education and training while making a genuine difference? Academics are recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs across primary schools in Chester, Ellesmere Port and the region. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to develop a career in education and training. What You'll Be Doing: As a SEN Teaching Assistant in Chester, you will: Support pupils with additional needs on a 1:1 or small group basis Help children stay engaged and confident in lessons Work closely with teachers to deliver inclusive education and training Provide emotional and behavioural support where needed Contribute to a positive classroom environment Who This Role is For: SEN Teaching Assistant professionals Graduates exploring education and training careers Support workers or care backgrounds Anyone passionate about helping children succeed Why Work With Academics? Flexible SEN Teaching Assistant roles across Chester Competitive daily pay Ongoing consultant support Opportunities to progress within education and training Pathways into long-term roles If you're ready to start or continue your journey as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Chester, apply today.
Learning Support Assistant - Chester - Primary Schools Location: Chester Pay: £90-£100 per day Contract: Flexible with Long-Term Opportunities Agency: Academics Are you a caring and adaptable Learning Support Assistant looking for opportunities in Chester? Academics are working with welcoming primary schools across Chester to recruit Learning Support Assistant staff who can provide targeted support to pupils. Many of these roles begin on supply and progress into long-term education and training opportunities. The Role: As a Learning Support Assistant in Chester, you will: Provide tailored support to pupils with varying learning needs Work 1:1 or with small groups to support progress Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons Help create an inclusive education and training environment Support pupils' confidence and emotional wellbeing We're Looking For: Experience working with children or young people A patient and supportive approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Interest in developing within education and training SEN experience is beneficial but not essential Why Join Academics? Flexible Learning Support Assistant roles in Chester Opportunities for long-term education and training positions Competitive daily rates Ongoing support and CPD opportunities A dedicated consultant to support your career If you are a Learning Support Assistant looking for your next role in Chester within education and training, apply now.
Apr 01, 2026
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Learning Support Assistant - Chester - Primary Schools Location: Chester Pay: £90-£100 per day Contract: Flexible with Long-Term Opportunities Agency: Academics Are you a caring and adaptable Learning Support Assistant looking for opportunities in Chester? Academics are working with welcoming primary schools across Chester to recruit Learning Support Assistant staff who can provide targeted support to pupils. Many of these roles begin on supply and progress into long-term education and training opportunities. The Role: As a Learning Support Assistant in Chester, you will: Provide tailored support to pupils with varying learning needs Work 1:1 or with small groups to support progress Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons Help create an inclusive education and training environment Support pupils' confidence and emotional wellbeing We're Looking For: Experience working with children or young people A patient and supportive approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Interest in developing within education and training SEN experience is beneficial but not essential Why Join Academics? Flexible Learning Support Assistant roles in Chester Opportunities for long-term education and training positions Competitive daily rates Ongoing support and CPD opportunities A dedicated consultant to support your career If you are a Learning Support Assistant looking for your next role in Chester within education and training, apply now.
Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for a primary school based in Chester! This new exciting role is working in a brilliant one form entry mainstream primary school in Chester who are looking for a Teaching Assistant to work in a SEND resource provision within the school on a full time basis. The role will be working Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 3:30pm and will be working as part of a small team of learning support assistants supporting pupils with SEND. This position will continue throughout the academic year up until the 22nd July. The school are looking for someone with a strong background in SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and has relevant school based experience. To be considered for this role, we will need - Proof of Right to Work, this could be your Passport or Birth Certificate. A CV that covers 10 years of education or employment. A fully enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to process one with us. (We will refund the cost of the DBS) The benefits of registering with Tradewind - Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice Your development matters: we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer If you are interested in this SEND Teaching Assistant role in Chester, then click 'Apply Now' or get in touch to discuss at
Apr 01, 2026
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Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for a primary school based in Chester! This new exciting role is working in a brilliant one form entry mainstream primary school in Chester who are looking for a Teaching Assistant to work in a SEND resource provision within the school on a full time basis. The role will be working Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 3:30pm and will be working as part of a small team of learning support assistants supporting pupils with SEND. This position will continue throughout the academic year up until the 22nd July. The school are looking for someone with a strong background in SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and has relevant school based experience. To be considered for this role, we will need - Proof of Right to Work, this could be your Passport or Birth Certificate. A CV that covers 10 years of education or employment. A fully enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to process one with us. (We will refund the cost of the DBS) The benefits of registering with Tradewind - Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice Your development matters: we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer If you are interested in this SEND Teaching Assistant role in Chester, then click 'Apply Now' or get in touch to discuss at
Locum Educational Psychologist - Trafford If you enjoy supporting students to overcome challenges and reach their full potential, don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity. We are currently working with a client who is looking for an Educational Psychologist, for a locum role. This role is primarily completing statutory assessments for our client, this need has risen due to a shortage of staff. This is a flexible outside IR35 role that gives you the opportunity to make your own schedule and to work how many days you can per week. What is offered : Competitive pay rate (£1200 per assessment). Flexible working pattern. National access to all of Reed's educational psychology clients. Opportunity to join Reed's educational psychology forum and online events. Free DBS checks Weekly payroll Requirements : Qualified in education psychology. Registered with the HCPC. Availability to complete at least one assessment per month. SEMH experience is desirable. Our experienced consultants understand your needs and will always strive to ensure that the level of service provided is world class and seamless from start to finish. We care about you as an individual, and as such we want you to always get the most out of working with REED Educational Psychology. About Reed : Reed is a pioneer specialist recruitment agency in the UK. For seven decades on, we have become the world's largest family-run recruitment business, with offices spanning across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and East Asia. With access to the UK's largest candidate database and expertise across 20 specialist sectors, we are committed to ensuring that people are at the heart of everything we do to ensure we fulfil our purpose: improving lives through work. Reed is 18% owned by the Reed Foundation, a registered charity. This means at Reed we all work one day a week for charity. If this role sounds like something you would be interested in, please apply to this advert as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Apr 01, 2026
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Locum Educational Psychologist - Trafford If you enjoy supporting students to overcome challenges and reach their full potential, don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity. We are currently working with a client who is looking for an Educational Psychologist, for a locum role. This role is primarily completing statutory assessments for our client, this need has risen due to a shortage of staff. This is a flexible outside IR35 role that gives you the opportunity to make your own schedule and to work how many days you can per week. What is offered : Competitive pay rate (£1200 per assessment). Flexible working pattern. National access to all of Reed's educational psychology clients. Opportunity to join Reed's educational psychology forum and online events. Free DBS checks Weekly payroll Requirements : Qualified in education psychology. Registered with the HCPC. Availability to complete at least one assessment per month. SEMH experience is desirable. Our experienced consultants understand your needs and will always strive to ensure that the level of service provided is world class and seamless from start to finish. We care about you as an individual, and as such we want you to always get the most out of working with REED Educational Psychology. About Reed : Reed is a pioneer specialist recruitment agency in the UK. For seven decades on, we have become the world's largest family-run recruitment business, with offices spanning across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and East Asia. With access to the UK's largest candidate database and expertise across 20 specialist sectors, we are committed to ensuring that people are at the heart of everything we do to ensure we fulfil our purpose: improving lives through work. Reed is 18% owned by the Reed Foundation, a registered charity. This means at Reed we all work one day a week for charity. If this role sounds like something you would be interested in, please apply to this advert as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Behaviour Support Assistant - Chester - Education & Training Roles Location: Chester and surrounding areas Pay: £90-£100 per day Contract: Flexible Supply with Long-Term Potential Agency: Academics Do you have experience supporting children with behavioural or emotional needs? Looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant role in Chester within education and training? Academics are recruiting Behaviour Support Assistant staff to work in schools across Chester, supporting pupils who require additional guidance with behaviour, engagement, and emotional regulation. The Role: As a Behaviour Support Assistant in Chester, you will: Support pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs Build positive and consistent relationships Help implement behaviour strategies and routines Work closely with teaching staff to support learning Promote a calm and structured education and training environment Ideal Candidates Will Have: Experience in behaviour support, care, or youth work A calm, resilient, and proactive approach Strong interpersonal and communication skills Confidence working with challenging behaviour Interest in progressing within education and training Why Work With Academics? Behaviour Support roles across Chester schools Flexible working with long-term opportunities Competitive pay rates Ongoing support and training Opportunities to build a career in education and training If you are looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant role in Chester and want to grow within education and training, apply today.
Apr 01, 2026
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Behaviour Support Assistant - Chester - Education & Training Roles Location: Chester and surrounding areas Pay: £90-£100 per day Contract: Flexible Supply with Long-Term Potential Agency: Academics Do you have experience supporting children with behavioural or emotional needs? Looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant role in Chester within education and training? Academics are recruiting Behaviour Support Assistant staff to work in schools across Chester, supporting pupils who require additional guidance with behaviour, engagement, and emotional regulation. The Role: As a Behaviour Support Assistant in Chester, you will: Support pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs Build positive and consistent relationships Help implement behaviour strategies and routines Work closely with teaching staff to support learning Promote a calm and structured education and training environment Ideal Candidates Will Have: Experience in behaviour support, care, or youth work A calm, resilient, and proactive approach Strong interpersonal and communication skills Confidence working with challenging behaviour Interest in progressing within education and training Why Work With Academics? Behaviour Support roles across Chester schools Flexible working with long-term opportunities Competitive pay rates Ongoing support and training Opportunities to build a career in education and training If you are looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant role in Chester and want to grow within education and training, apply today.
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.
Apr 01, 2026
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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.
