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French Language Skills Are Essential We are currently recruiting two French-speaking Commercial Assistants to join a growing international business based in Harrogate. What's on offer Competitive starting salary of £30,000 per annum (DOE) Salary increases to £32,000 upon successful completion of probation Monday to Friday working hours (8:30am - 5:00pm) Opportunity to work within an international business environment Supportive and collaborative team culture The Role This varied position combines elements of both Commercial Administration and Credit Control , requiring strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and customers across international markets. Commercial Assistant Responsibilities Acting as a key liaison between clients and customers Creating, issuing and processing invoices Tracking invoices and resolving billing queries Entering and maintaining accurate data within company systems Managing administrative processes from sales through to invoicing Providing exceptional customer service and support Investigating and resolving administrative issues efficiently Credit Control Responsibilities Contacting customers regarding overdue payments Managing payment enquiries and account reconciliations Explaining credit terms and outstanding balances Negotiating repayment arrangements where required Maintaining accurate customer records and account files Using databases to review credit information Assisting with tracing and contacting debtors About You We are looking for organised, proactive individuals who can work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Essential Requirements Fluent French and English (written and spoken) - minimum CEFR Level C1 in French Strong verbal and written communication skills in both languages Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Confident telephone manner and customer service skills Good numerical ability and confidence discussing financial matters Desirable 1-2 years' experience within administration, customer service, credit control or a similar office-based role Experience working in a fast-paced, international business environment Please note: Fluent French and English language skills are a mandatory requirement for this role. Applicants must be able to communicate confidently in both written and spoken French and English (minimum CEFR Level C1 in French). Applications from candidates who do not meet this language requirement cannot be considered.

Job Description Salary £60K-£70K Full-Time Permanent Rochdale Office Based - Some Travel required to sites ALF Executive are proud to be exclusively partnering with a growing and ambitious civil engineering business based in Rochdale as they look to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager. This is a key appointment within the business, offering the opportunity to take ownership of the full commercial function whilst working closely with senior leadership. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing multiple live projects simultaneously, typically ranging from £200,000 to £1 million in value. This is a hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys being involved in every stage of the commercial lifecycle, from tender and procurement through to final account, whilst helping to shape and develop commercial processes as the business continues its growth journey. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to progress their career within a growing civil engineering business. Working closely with senior leadership, you will gain exposure to all aspects of the commercial function whilst playing a key role in supporting the company's continued growth and success. Benefits: Salary of £60,000 - £70,000 depending on experience. Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious civil engineering business. High levels of autonomy and responsibility. Clear progression opportunities as the company continues to scale. On-site parking. Company Car Allowance / Vehicle Provided The role: Reporting directly to the Director, you will take ownership of the commercial function across a portfolio of civil engineering and groundworks projects ranging from £200,000 to £1 million in value. This is a hands-on position where you will be responsible for managing the full commercial lifecycle, supporting project profitability, leading commercial decision-making and helping to shape processes as the business continues to grow. Key responsibilities will include: Owning the commercial lifecycle from project award through to final account. Managing interim valuations, applications for payment, variations and final accounts. Producing monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and commercial reporting. Leading the estimating and quantity surveying function. Reviewing tender opportunities and overseeing pricing and margin strategy. Managing subcontract procurement, negotiations and supply chain relationships. Working closely with operational teams and directors on key commercial decisions. Supporting the development of commercial systems, processes and reporting. Building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and stakeholders. Visiting sites as required to maintain commercial oversight of projects. Profile: Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, groundworks or external works. Experience working within a growing SME or owner-managed business environment. Comfortable operating in a hands-on role where no two days are the same. Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously whilst maintaining commercial control and profitability. Strong understanding of JCT contracts, with NEC experience advantageous. Experience managing CVRs, valuations, variations and final accounts. Commercially astute with a strong focus on margins and business performance. Confident building relationships with clients, subcontractors and key stakeholders. If you are interested in the Commercial Manager role - contact Cassidy or Gavin for more information or send your application today. Reference No. COMMA230626

Loan Servicing & Governance Manager Manchester (Hybrid) £70,000 - £75,000 + Benefits Permanent ALF Financial Services have been retained exclusively to recruit this this is a newly created role with a well-established, fast-growing specialist lender based in Manchester and a genuine opportunity to own something from the ground up reporting to the Operations Director The business has built strong external funding and servicing relationships that are central to its growth strategy. This role exists to take full ownership of those relationships managing governance, performance oversight, contractual compliance, and day-to-day operational alignment with key external partners. It's not a sales role. It's a senior oversight and relationship stewardship position, working closely with executive leadership internally and at partner level. What's on offer: £70,000 - £75,000 depending on experience Discretionary annual bonus Private Medical Insurance 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with option to buy 3 more) Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Hybrid working - Manchester-based office, minimum 2-3 days per week Life Assurance Regular company and team social events What the role covers: Acting as the primary point of contact and escalation for key loan servicing and funding relationships Owning governance frameworks meeting cadence, reporting, performance reviews, and audit activity Monitoring partner performance against SLAs and contractual commitments, and holding partners to account where needed Managing contractual obligations, change requests, and commercial decisions across partnership agreements Working with Finance to monitor funding flows and ensure alignment to business plans Maintaining key documentation including servicer manuals, delegated authorities, and policies What we're looking for: The client has an open mind on background what matters is that you can operate with credibility at a senior level, manage complex external relationships, and understand how regulated financial services environments work. You might come from loan servicing, mortgage operations, outsourcing management, compliance, or a broader relationship/governance role within financial services. If you've managed third-party relationships in a regulated lending environment and understand the commercial and operational stakes involved, we'd like to hear from you. Specific experience in bridging, development finance, or buy-to-let is useful but absolutely not essential. For a confidential, initial conversation about the role - please contact Gavin Reynolds at ALF Recruit

Payroll Manager Independent Accountancy Practice Near Chorley £35,000 - £40,000 Permanent Full-Time A well-established and well-regarded independent practice near Chorley is looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to take full ownership of their payroll bureau function. This is a genuine career role not a stepping stone. You'll have real responsibility, a solid team around you, and a practice that values doing things properly. What's On Offer £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience 23-25 days holiday plus bank holidays Free on-site parking Workplace pension Flexible work pattern Hybrid working considered after training/probation The Role You'll be leading end-to-end payroll for a varied and well-established bureau portfolio - a healthy mix of weekly, 4-weekly, monthly, and director-only payrolls across a broad client base. Supported by a payroll assistant (with potential to grow to two), your responsibilities will include: End-to-end processing across all pay frequencies and client types All HMRC submissions, RTI filings, and regulatory compliance CIS payrolls managed through Xero, with BrightPay as the practice's primary payroll platform Year-end processes P60s, P11Ds, and keeping clients informed through legislative changes Auto-enrolment and pension administration Handling client queries and acting as the main point of contact for payroll matters Leading, mentoring, and supporting your assistant(s) What They're Looking For Solid end-to-end payroll experience bureau or practice background preferred BrightPay experience an advantage; Xero familiarity useful where CIS is involved Comfortable managing HMRC submissions and year-end independently Experience supporting or mentoring a junior team member Strong client-facing skills professional, clear, and calm under pressure Someone who takes genuine ownership of their work This is a confidential vacancy being handled exclusively by ALF Recruit. For a straightforward conversation about this role, get in touch with the team.

Mortgage Advisor Whole of Market Master Broker Wigan £35,000 - £40,000 Permanent Full-Time ALF Recruit Financial Services are working with a growing and well-regarded whole of market master broker based in Wigan is looking for an experienced Mortgage Advisor to join their team. This isn't a volume role, and it isn't a cold-calling role either. All leads are inbound your job is to convert and advise, not hunt. You'll have a real caseload, a supportive team around you, and a business that's serious about doing right by its clients. What's On Offer £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience Commission scheme making realistic OTE £50-80k 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service 24/7 GP access Monday-Friday working - no evenings or weekends High-quality, consistent lead flow supported by tech investment and strong market presence Early finish Fridays Monthly free lunch Fridays Team holidays and regular social events The Role You'll be providing tailored mortgage advice across a varied client base residential, buy to let, and everything in between. Day-to-day, that means: Advising clients throughout the mortgage process from fact-find to offer Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, lenders, and introducers Keeping across products and criteria across the whole of market Ensuring all regulatory and compliance requirements are met - consistently, not just when it's convenient Working towards individual and team targets without cutting corners on service What They're Looking For Proven experience as a Mortgage Advisor CeMAP qualified (essential) A track record in sales, not just processing Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust quickly Self-motivated and comfortable managing a busy caseload independently Buy to Let experience is a definite advantage Someone who takes compliance seriously and doesn't need chasing on it This vacancy is being handled by ALF Recruit. For a straightforward conversation about this role, get in touch with the team.

Senior Accountant £38,000 - £43,000 DOE Middleton Hybrid (1-2 days from home) ALF Recruit are working with a well-established and growing accountancy practice based in Middleton to recruit a Senior Accountant into their team. This is a business with a strong reputation, a solid client base and a collaborative environment, not a churn-and-burn practice. The Opportunity You'll be joining a team of around 20, working across a varied portfolio of clients including: Limited companies Sole traders Partnerships Charities With turnover ranging from £10k to £5m , this is a role that offers real variety and exposure across different sectors and business types What you'll be doing Preparation of year-end accounts and corporation tax computations Preparing and submitting charity accounts VAT returns, management accounts and cashflow forecasting Supporting clients with queries throughout the year Bookkeeping support where required Preparing self-assessment tax returns Reviewing work of junior staff Meeting clients face-to-face and building relationships Supporting with onboarding of new clients What we're looking for Strong e xperience within an accountancy practice Strong technical knowledge across accounts and tax Confident working with Sage, Xero, QuickBooks and Excel Able to manage workload independently and meet deadlines Comfortable dealing directly with clients Why this role stands out Established, stable and growing practice Supportive team environment not hierarchical or rigid Exposure to a broad client base Opportunity to step into a true senior role Hybrid working (1-2 days from home) Free parking This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to be part of a well-run practice where you're trusted, not micromanaged , and where you can continue to develop your career. If you'd like to find out more, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.