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Job Description Title: Leadership Development Manager, Children's Services Location: Home based with regular travel across the UK Salary: £45k - £50k plus car allowance Reports to: Head of Human Resources, Children's Services (Dotted line to Group Leadership and Management Development Training Lead.) Main Purpose of the Job: To be responsible for leadership development of the 1st and 2nd line management cohorts (primarily Registered Managers and Regional Managers) within Children's Services. To shape the induction and ongoing development of managers to ensure they are skilled, competent, and well supported. Use available intelligence (qualitative and quantitative data and feedback) to identify and escalate risks and impact on retention of managers Influence, through data and escalation, leaders and support services to develop and sustain a high-quality employment experience for managers. This will include the identification and development of internal talent, the induction of newly appointed Registered Managers through their probationary period, and their ongoing in-role development. A good understanding of the role of a Registered Manager is therefore required and the ability to coach and mentor at this level is essential. Duties of the role: Create and implement a leadership development plan that supports aspiring, new, and existing Registered and Regional Managers. Work collaboratively with HRBPs, Operational Leaders, L&D teams, Quality and Compliance to align development activities with organisational priorities and operational standards in Children's Services, being alert and responsive to internal and external changes. Maintain a forward plan of development programmes, events, and interventions. Liaise with Recruitment colleagues regarding the start dates of new managers to ensure that their induction programme is completed on a timely basis. Support Regional Managers to successfully induct new managers, and support their ongoing development. Liaise with Operational L&D to arrange training dates and availability for all mandatory, and developmental training, and associated activities. Liaise with HRBPs from the relevant business area and communicate the progress of each new manager through the induction programme and the probationary period. Provide regular and timely reports to each Managing Director on the progress of the new managers and their development in role, identifying risks. Agree and create reporting documentation and MI dashboards that detail progress of new managers and their development in role and success measures of leadership development activity. Gather feedback through appropriate channels (eg surveys, focus groups, observation, and performance metrics) to evaluate programme effectiveness and to understand success, challenges and barriers to the application of learning. Support new managers and Regional Managers with regular update meetings and highlight any issues, feedback, and concerns that need to be addressed. Liaise with Support Services colleagues to ensure the relevant meetings are set up and diarised with newly appointed managers. Advise Support Services partners on the design of relevant induction materials for their respective business areas. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with senior stakeholders across Children's Services and the wider organisation Provide pastoral support and thought leadership, and coach / mentor new managers through the first 12 months in role. Hold review meetings as required with key stakeholders to ensure the managers' induction programme content is appropriate and updated to ensure the approach remains relevant and meets the new starters' requirements. Establish a quarterly feedback process for new managers to review their experience of the induction programme and update as appropriate. Extend programme over time to other significant leadership positions within Children's Services. Ensure that all managers' learning & development is captured on the LMS ('Your Hippo'). Using agreed methodology, work with operational leaders to assess current manager capability and identify skills, behavioural and knowledge gaps. Contribute to succession planning. Analyse appraisal outcomes to ensure all managers have robust and practical career and personal development plans referenced to the management capability framework Periodically spot check probation, supervision, appraisal and development planning processes applied to managers to ensure consistency and continuity with development activities and ensure their employment experience is of the expected standard. Person specification A pro-active self-starter, taking the initiative on projects, managing their own workload and time effectively. Have a good understanding of Children's Residential Care and the duties and responsibilities of a Registered Manager. Inspire and motivate newly appointed managers Role model desired competencies and behaviours. Participate in staff reviews and professional development activities. Value diversity and promote equality. Engage in internal communications and activities, and liaise with divisional heads, Managing Director's and the wider community in line with CareTech's strategies. Adhere to CareTech's policies and procedures. Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people Undertake related duties as required. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum dependent upon skills and experience. SYS-24173

Sewell Wallis is partnering exclusively with a growing business based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, which is looking to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant to their team. This Assistant Management Accountant role reports directly to the Financial Controller, who will be a brilliant mentor for a candidate who has ambitions to progress within a business. In terms of exposure, this role is heavily month end focused and, with support and training, will provide the successful candidate the opportunity to look after their own set of Management Accounts. This role would suit a candidate wanting to take a step up, who has a desire to learn and expand their base of knowledge and gain exposure to wider finance functions. If you're an ambitious Assistant Accountant/Accounts Assistant wanting to take the next step in your career, I'd love to hear from you! What will you be doing? Management accounts production and support for allocated contracts. Liaising with site teams and operational managers to gather information relevant to the reporting function. Involvement in Monthly meetings with operational leaders to provide them with figures and details of how their work areas are performing against budgeted expectations. Support with the delivery of high-quality regular reporting, analysis and insights to business, forecasts, budgets and business plans with no surprises. Reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts. Intercompany Reconciliations. Processing Expense payments. Posting of centrally controlled costs (i.e., Fuel, EE, Recharges, Travel). Raising of Sales Invoices in a timely manner. Support the team in providing data analysis required through the annual statutory audit. Other ad-hoc duties specified by Financial Controller. Helping to drive continuous improvement through system processes and management information across the finance function. Maintaining Group reporting deadlines and ensuring that group accounting dates are met. Any other finance department work as required. What skills will you need? Previous experience within a similar role. Working towards a recognised accounting qualification (AAT or equivalent). Strong IT knowledge, especially in Excel and accounting systems. Attention to detail Financial awareness The ability to build relationships through effective communication. A quick learner with the ability to retain and implement information and deliver the required outputs. What's on offer? Study Support Bonus 25 days holiday + bank holidays Flexible working hours Westfield Health Please apply below, or for more information, contact Lawrie Bacon. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Sewell Wallis is partnering with a public sector organisation in South Yorkshire to recruit an experienced and dynamic Head of Finance and Commercial. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional with a background in the public sector, looking to make a real difference. As the Head of Finance and Commercial, you'll play a critical role in supporting senior leadership by providing valuable financial insights to guide strategic decisions. We are looking for a strategic, hands-on accounting leader with a solid grounding in both management and statutory reporting, who enjoys adding value beyond the numbers. What will you be doing? Lead and inspire the Finance and Commercial team, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance culture. Work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to help shape the organisation's financial strategy and drive the annual budget process. Provide clear, actionable financial insights, including reporting, forecasting, and financial modelling to support confident decision-making at Board level. Oversee the preparation of the annual financial statements and partner with external auditors for a smooth audit process. Guide procurement and commercial activities to ensure best value and adherence to public sector standards and regulations. Build strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders including auditors, banking partners, pension providers, and government bodies. Promote strong financial governance across the organisation, reinforcing internal controls and sharing your expertise with the wider team. What Skills are we looking for? Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Strong background in the public sector. Experience collaborating with senior leadership and influencing decision-making at the highest level. Proven track record in managing and developing a finance team of 7+ people. Significant experience leading a finance function, or as a deputy or second-in-command. What's on Offer: A competitive salary of up to 85,000. 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave. Hybrid working with flexibility (20-40% of your time in the office). Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Sewell Wallis is partnering with a Manchester-based, PE-backed commercial property and construction group, which is growing rapidly due to large investments in acquisitions, with more planned as they continue into 2026. They are forward-thinking and use state-of-the-art technology to stay ahead of the market, making them a truly exciting place to work. Their finance team is expanding, as you'd expect with this kind of growth, which means there are real progression opportunities and genuine headroom for ambitious talent to flourish. Based in high-spec, modern offices, the package on offer includes hybrid working, a market-leading bonus, an enhanced pension, among many other benefits. What will you being doing? Monthly management accounts for holding companies and subsidiary entities (property companies) within Microsoft D365. Monthly reporting packs to the senior management team to include detailed property variance analysis. This will require working partnership with FP&A. Support with all aspects of the month end close. Monthly IFRS balance sheet reconciliations for all entities. Preparation and posting of journals. Assisting the Finance Manager in the creation and maintenance of the quarterly consolidation reports. Lease accounting and detailed income analysis . Property accounting. Monthly intercompany reconciliations to include direct liaison with other management accountants to agree balances. Annual statutory accounts preparation for holding companies and subsidiary entities. Supporting on the year end audit, resolving queries with accompanying evidence etc Involvement in the ERP testing. Quarterly VAT and monthly CIS reporting. This includes HMRC filing. What skills do we need? ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Good understanding of IFRS accounting principles Excellent communicator with finance and non-finance team members Excellent systems ability On top of this a property background would be a distinct advantage What's on offer? Salary of 52,500 Bonus Pension Hybrid working Life insurance Health insurance Apply for this role below, or for more information contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Sewell Wallis is partnering with a leading South Yorkshire PE-backed business in Sheffield, who are seeking a highly skilled Project Accountant to join their team on a 9-12 month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute during a pivotal growth phase for the company, combining essential accounting duties with a focus on process automation, system integration, and driving continuous improvements. If you have a strong background in change management and systems automation, this role is ideal for you, as you'll be key to enhancing operational efficiency and reducing manual tasks across the business. What will you be doing? Lead projects focused on streamlining finance processes and minimising manual work. Champion system adoption by encouraging wider use of Sage Intacct and Salesforce in finance workflows. Act as a change agent, influencing key stakeholders and embedding best practices. Support the month-end close process, including preparing and posting journals, accruals, and prepayments. Assist with monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and collaboration with the Management Accountant. Maintain and reconcile balance sheet control accounts, resolving discrepancies as needed. Process monthly payroll for approximately 140 employees across two companies using Sage, ensuring compliance with UK payroll legislation. Manage supplier relationships and resolve queries, ensuring timely payments within internal authorisation limits. Prepare and process weekly supplier payment runs, ensuring alignment with internal controls. Maintain accurate cash and bank records, including daily reconciliations and appropriate transaction allocations. Use Sage Intacct to produce financial reports, process transactions, and streamline workflows. Reconcile complex data sets as part of month-end activities and reporting. Support year-end accounts and assist with audit schedules, liaising with auditors as necessary. Provide finance support to other departments, including handling coding queries and assisting with budget tracking. Collaborate with the Financial Controller and Finance Director on ad-hoc tasks and continuous improvement initiatives. What skills do we need? Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with practical experience in a fast-paced SME or scale-up environment. Proven track record in leading systems and process change projects in finance, with strong stakeholder management skills. Comfortable balancing hands-on accounting work with strategic projects. Experienced with cloud-based finance systems (Sage Intacct experience is a plus). Advanced Excel skills with the ability to translate manual processes into automated workflows. Experience supporting external audits and preparing audit schedules is desirable. Proactive in process improvement, with a strong commitment to maintaining robust internal controls. What's on offer? Hybrid working: 3 days in the office 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (Pro-rata for contract length) Enhanced pension scheme Healthcare benefits Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

We are recruiting a Finance Manager to establish and lead the finance function within a growing SME engineering business. This is a rare opportunity to build a finance department from the ground up, taking ownership of accounting, financial reporting, payroll and operational finance while working closely with senior leadership to support business growth. Finance Manager Job Description We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to establish and lead the finance function within an SME engineering-focused organisation. This is a foundational role where you will take ownership of all financial operations from the ground up, managing transactional responsibilities while simultaneously building the infrastructure for future team expansion. The Finance Manager will serve as the primary finance and operational leader, overseeing accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and human resources administration. Your Finance Manager expertise will be critical in creating robust financial systems, ensuring compliance, and providing strategic insights to support business growth in the engineering sector. Finance Manager Key Responsibilities: Manage all transactional accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and general ledger maintenance Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports to leadership Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections to support business planning Establish and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure accuracy and compliance Handle human resources administration including recruitment support, payroll coordination, employee records, and compliance with employment regulations Manage operational finance including vendor relationships, expense management, and cost optimisation initiatives Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and implement systems that will scale as the team grows Provide financial analysis and recommendations to inform strategic business decisions Plan and execute the transition from individual contributor to team leader as the finance function expands Finance Manager Candidate Profile We are looking for candidates who combine strong technical accounting expertise with the entrepreneurial mindset needed to build a finance function from scratch. You should be comfortable with hands-on transactional work while demonstrating the strategic vision and organisational skills to establish systems that will support long-term growth. The ideal Finance Manager candidate brings experience in engineering or manufacturing environments, understands the operational complexities of technical businesses, and possesses the patience and clarity to document processes that future team members will follow. You are proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple responsibilities independently while maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance. Experience & Expertise Required: 8+ years of Accounts Manager or Finance Manager experience, with demonstrated expertise in transactional accounting and financial reporting Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls, and regulatory compliance requirements Proficiency with accounting software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems Experience in human resources administration, payroll processing, and employment compliance Background in engineering, manufacturing, or technical industries preferred Knowledge and hands on experience with subcontractors and CIS schemes Demonstrated ability to establish financial processes and procedures in growing organizations Experience managing multiple operational responsibilities simultaneously Finance Manager Qualities & Work Approach: Self-directed and capable of working independently while maintaining accountability and high standards Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy Excellent organisational and time management abilities to juggle transactional work with strategic initiatives Clear communicator who can explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders Collaborative mindset with the ability to partner effectively with engineering and operations teams Adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity, willing to wear multiple hats in a rapidly growing organisation Committed to continuous improvement and process optimisation

Join AdviserPlus and Help Transform the Future of HR At AdviserPlus , we empower organisations to unlock the full potential of their people through innovative HR solutions and cutting-edge technology. As a trusted partner to some of the UK s most well-known brands, we re on a mission to simplify HR and make it more impactful. We re now looking for a passionate and proactive Senior Customer Success Manager to join our growing team. If you have a strong background in SaaS customer success - ideally within the HR / ER / People Tech space - and thrive on building meaningful client relationships, driving value, and delivering outstanding customer experiences, we d love to hear from you. The Role at a Glance: Senior Customer Success Manager Remote Working 1 day in the Ellesmere Port, Cheshire office every 2 weeks mandatory £50,454 - £65,454 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week with the ability to work flexible hours between 08:00-18:00, Monday - Friday Reporting to: Customer Success Director Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury s, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: HR Tech, Rec Tech, SaaS, Customer Success, Customer Support, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Account Management About us: We are the UK s leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We re not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8-digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: It s so intuitive. It s built around how HR advice is actually provided. We re not fitting around the software; the software fits around us . The Senior Customer Success Manager Opportunity: As a Senior Customer Success Manager, you ll be the strategic partner to our clients by managing key accounts, supporting the Customer Success Director, and leading on initiatives focused on retention and renewals. You ll build long-term relationships, identify growth opportunities, and ensure strong commercial and contractual governance particularly in HR tech environments. Where you ll add value: • Customer Relationship Management You ll act as a trusted advisor and main point of contact for your clients, building long-term relationships that deliver ongoing value and satisfaction. • Leadership and Line Management You will line manage Customer Success Managers, providing regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and development support. • Revenue & Retention - You ll take ownership of renewal strategies to ensure strong customer retention, while also identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities to drive account growth. • Internal Collaboration & Strategy - You ll collaborate closely with Sales, Product, Support, and Marketing teams to align efforts and deliver customer success. • Tools & Reporting - Using HubSpot and other tools, you ll maintain accurate records of customer interactions and leverage data to guide decisions. About you: • Proven experience in a Customer Success or account management role, ideally within a HR / ER technology or wider SaaS environment • Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and influencing skills • Proactive and customer-centric approach to relationship management • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities • Commercially aware with strong product and industry knowledge • Ability to interpret data and derive actionable insights • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) What s on Offer: • Life assurance • Pension • Holiday purchase scheme • Volunteering days • Long service awards • Contribution towards professional qualifications • Contribution towards membership fees • Employee assistance programme • Health cashback plan • And more . If you're excited by the opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and people, and you re ready to make a meaningful impact with a company that values innovation, collaboration and customer success - then we d love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of a team that s changing the way organisations support their people. Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.

Sewell Wallis is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and highly respected organisation based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. This vacancy is expected to have a May Start date. My client is seeking to appoint a Credit Controller for a 12 month contract. The successful candidate will be an experienced Credit Controller with a proven track record of managing and recovering high volumes of debt. Experience in invoice processing would be a strong advantage. What will you be doing? Monitor client accounts and ensure timely collection of outstanding debts. Communicate with clients via phone, email, and letters to chase overdue payments. Monitor existing client creditworthiness. Reconcile client accounts and resolve any payment discrepancies or disputes. Work closely with the sales and administration team to resolve invoicing or credit issues. Produce regular reports on aged debt and cash collection forecasts. Maintain accurate records of all communications and actions taken with clients. Recommend accounts for legal action when necessary. Processing of sales related transactions to keep files and accounting software up to date. Assisting with purchase ledger. What skills are we looking for? Proven experience in credit control. Strong communication and negotiation skills. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage 50). Good understanding of credit risk management. A solid understanding of transactional accounting. A relevant qualification in finance, accounting, or business is advantageous. What's on offer? Life insurance. Free parking. Additional leave. Company pension. Cycle to work scheme. Company events. Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Lewis. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Sewell Wallis is partnering with a well-established organisation based in South Leeds that is looking to recruit an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk to support the finance team with the full end-to-end purchase ledger process. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract, so applicants must be available to start immediately and able to commit to the full duration of the role. What will you be doing? Sorting, processing, and filing supplier invoices and credit notes. Investigating and resolving invoice or credit note queries with suppliers and internal purchasing teams. Reconciling supplier statements and identifying any outstanding or unreconciled items. Communicating with suppliers and internal branches in a timely and professional manner. Monitoring and managing supplier payment terms. Preparing and processing BACS and cheque payment runs. Investigating and resolving debit balances on the creditors ledger. What skills are we looking for? GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C or equivalent). Previous experience working within a purchase ledger or accounts payable role. Experience using ERP or finance systems is beneficial. Sage X3 knowledge would be advantageous. Basic Excel skills are preferred, although training will be provided for the right candidate. What's on offer? Immediate start opportunity. On-site parking available. A friendly and supportive working environment. If you are interested in this opportunity, submit your CV today or contact Emma Johnsen for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

The opportunity to work as this resident-managed housing organisation s first ever Head of Corporate Resources, making a real, visible difference in people s lives. Head of Corporate Resources the benefits of this role; Salary, full-time equivalent circa £80,000. 35 hours per week on average. Working remotely/ from-home 2 days per week office presence required three days per week. Main office based in London Bridge. 27 days holiday plus bank holidays. 2 Giveback days per year to volunteer in the local community. What your day-to-day could look like as a Head of Corporate Resources? Responsible for the Corporate Resources department including the Finance team especially, Digital Data and Technology Manager, Senior HR Business Partner, Business Services Apprentice and Policy and Performance Officer and Communications Manager. Strategic Leadership: Developing and implementing strategies for corporate resources that align with the overall organisational goals. Resource Management: Overseeing the allocation and utilisation of resources across various departments, ensuring optimal efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Team Management: Leading and motivating teams within the corporate resources functions, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. Financial Management: Managing budgets, financial reporting, and ensuring sound financial practices within the directorate. Operational Efficiency: Implementing and improving processes and systems to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of corporate support services. Change Management: Leading and managing organisational changes within the corporate resources functions, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption. Please note that the job description is current at the date shown above. In consultation with you, it is liable to variation by management to reflect or anticipate changes in/ or to the job. Immediate priorities; Delivering a high performing housing service which includes rent and service charge collection, repairs and tenancy management. Delivering major works. The reliability of a responsive repairs service and reducing void turnaround times. Building safety, especially regarding fire safety and dampness. Enabling more residents to engage in their decision-making, especially those who have not had a voice so far. Staff recruitment and retention. Supporting residents with the cost-of-living crisis and maintaining income collection. Improving use of technology to enhance their service delivery. About this organisation; One of Southwark s largest housing organisations, managing Please note that upon your request, we are happy to reveal the exact details of the organisation in confidence. What is the essential criteria that you must consider before applying to the Head of Corporate Resources position? Proven senior leadership experience in managing multi-disciplinary corporate services, including HR, finance, IT, and facilities management. A strong understanding of the housing sector, ideally with experience working in or alongside resident-led housing management organisations or social housing providers. Strategic thinking and planning abilities, with a track record of aligning corporate support functions to the needs of both the organisation and the communities it serves. Demonstrated experience in leading organisational change, improving operational efficiency, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement. Exceptional financial acumen, with experience managing complex budgets, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with relevant housing and regulatory frameworks. Outstanding people management skills, with the ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing teams across diverse functions. Experience in risk management, governance, and implementing robust internal controls within a regulated environment. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across resident boards, community partners, regulators, and staff. A relevant professional qualification or degree in business administration, finance, human resources, or a related field postgraduate or professional certifications desirable. Please note that there is a willingness to explore all applications, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, and/ or if you are looking to step-down or progress in your career. How you can apply for the Head of Corporate Resources vacancy? If this is of interest to you, simply click apply, and enter your details with an updated CV. Alternatively, you can directly contact, (phone number removed). If you are unsure, we can answer any questions that you may have. We welcome any recommendations that you may have after all, strong professionals tend to know strong professionals. Please note that Oyster s Finance team have other roles advertised via our website. We would like to attract talent from all corners of the Property world for this role. Our commitment is to an equitable recruitment process so feel free to apply in any way that suits you, via WhatsApp, video message, CV, the more creative the better.

Sewell Wallis is delighted to be partnering with a well-established accountancy practice in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. As the business continues to grow, they are looking to recruit a driven and motivated individual to strengthen their payroll team. The successful candidate will have solid payroll experience, including handling tax queries and pension calculations. What will you be doing? Processing 42 weekly payrolls and 93 monthly payrolls, with each payroll ranging from 1-40 employees. Managing payrolls with both variable wages and fixed salary structures. Ensuring payroll data is received from clients on time, proactively following up to obtain outstanding hours or required information. Completing pension submissions where necessary, including separate submissions for relevant payrolls. Calculating holiday pay. Processing staff leavers. Handling pay calculation queries. Responding to tax code enquiries. Registering new payroll schemes. Managing pension-related queries. What skills are we looking for? Proven experience processing payrolls. Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, including tax codes and statutory payments. Experience managing pension submissions and auto-enrolment processes. Ability to manage multiple payrolls with varying pay structures. Confident handling payroll-related queries, including holiday pay, leavers, and pay discrepancies. High level of numerical accuracy and strong attention to detail. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively. Strong communication skills, comfortable liaising with clients by phone and email. A proactive approach to following up on outstanding payroll information. Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Lewis. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Talent Acquisition Specialist Location: Northamptonshire Department: Human Resources Reporting to: Talent Acquisition Manager Salary: £43000 Duration: 6 month FTC, could lead to permanent About the Role We are looking for a proactive and experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our HR team. In this role, you will be responsible for attracting, engaging, and hiring high-quality talent to support business growth. You will partner closely with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, develop effective recruitment strategies, and deliver an excellent candidate experience throughout the hiring lifecycle. This is an opportunity to contribute to innovative recruitment practices, support continuous improvement, and play a key role in building strong talent pipelines across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Manage end-to-end recruitment processes across your assigned business areas Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, candidate profiles, and hiring plans Act as a trusted advisor, providing market insight and talent intelligence Source, attract and engage candidates through a range of channels, including digital and social media Screen and assess candidates to ensure strong technical and cultural fit Manage interview processes, including coordinating and advising on best practice (e.g. behavioural interviewing) Lead offer management, including negotiation and closing candidates Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs Employer Branding & Attraction Support and deliver employer branding initiatives across job boards and social platforms Create engaging job adverts and recruitment campaigns in partnership with marketing Represent the organisation at external events, where required (e.g. universities, networking events) Stakeholder Management Build strong, credible relationships with hiring managers and internal stakeholders Provide regular updates and reporting on recruitment activity and performance Ensure a consistent and positive experience for both candidates and hiring teams Process Improvement & Technology Continuously review and improve recruitment processes and candidate experience Utilise ATS and recruitment technologies effectively (e.g. CRM systems, automation tools) Track and report on key recruitment metrics and hiring performance Ensure all recruitment activity complies with relevant employment legislation and company policies Onboarding & Support Support post-offer processes, including onboarding and new starter coordination Ensure a smooth transition from offer to onboarding for all new hires Mentoring & Leadership (Level III) Provide guidance, coaching and support to junior team members Share best practice and contribute to team development Support a culture of continuous improvement and innovation Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience in recruitment or talent acquisition (in-house or agency) Experience managing full recruitment lifecycle Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills Knowledge of sourcing techniques, including digital and social media Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) or CRM platforms Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple roles simultaneously Excellent communication and interviewing skills Good understanding of UK employment legislation and recruitment best practice Desirable Experience mentoring or supporting junior recruiters (Level III) Experience working in a fast-paced or high-volume environment Familiarity with recruitment marketing and employer branding Key Competencies Strong influencing and advisory skills Commercial awareness and understanding of the talent market Results-driven with a proactive approach Excellent time management and attention to detail Ability to work at pace and meet deadlines Confident using technology and recruitment tools Qualifications Degree-level education or equivalent experience Working Environment Office or hybrid working environment (depending on location)

Job title: Head of Principal Gifts Employer: Imperial College London Salary : £69,365 to £79,257 per annum Location : White City, London W12 (Hybrid) About the role : Are you a fundraiser looking for a new challenge at the highest levels of philanthropy? Are you looking to transition into the field of principal gifts? Here at Imperial College, we are recruiting a Head of Principal Gifts to join our brilliant and growing team. This is a new position, part of an expansion of our Advancement Division. What you will be doing : As Head of Principal Gifts, you will play a transformative role in securing the philanthropic investments that drive groundbreaking discoveries, life-changing innovations and sustainable solutions. Your work will directly impact fields critical to shaping the future from climate resilience and AI to global health and business innovation. You will have the opportunity to work with amazing colleagues driven to tackle some of the most difficult problems facing society. At Imperial, philanthropy has the power to change lives. In this role, you'll be at the heart of that - cultivating relationships with high-net-worth individuals and like-minded stakeholders, and helping drive our most ambitious fundraising and alumni engagement campaign to date. Working closely with the Director of Development: Principal Gifts and Global, you'll lead on gifts that are genuinely complex and career-defining in scale. What we are looking for : We're looking for someone entrepreneurial and ambitious: a natural relationship-builder who thrives in complexity, navigates ambiguity with confidence, and knows how to bring the right people together at the right moment. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. What we can offer you: The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity. Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days annual leave and generous pension schemes). Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme. Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel. Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing. About Imperial Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact. Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, we navigate some of the world s toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact. As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you ll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network. This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you ll join us at Imperial. Our culture We work towards equality of opportunity, eliminating discrimination and creating an inclusive working environment. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages. Our values are at the heart of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity and innovation. Further Information This is one of two exceptional opportunities to join our dynamic team. As we continue to expand our international presence, we are recruiting for the following role: Head of Global Development, Asia Each of these roles offers a unique opportunity to shape our strategic direction and build impactful partnerships. Closing date: Midnight on Thursday 16 April 2026. Interested? Please familiarise yourself with the attached Candidate Pack. To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter. Imperial is partnering with Erin Hall-Westfall and Joanna Logan of Constellate Global Talent on this search. No agencies please.

Sewell Wallis is working with a high growth business based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, who are looking to recruit a Procurement Director to join their senior leadership team. Reporting to the MD, this is a crucial role for this leading manufacturer and will be responsible for leading the strategic sourcing, capital procurement, and supplier management functions. You will oversee the procurement strategy for large-scale programs, advanced manufacturing facilities, tooling, and long-term supplier partnerships. The ideal candidate combines deep engineering and manufacturing supply chain expertise with strong commercial insight, risk management capabilities, and experience managing complex, high-value project investments. A comprehensive spec is available; however, the key responsibilities include: Synchronised raw material requirements with global supply planning cycles to capture international intercompany synergies Architected and executed procurement strategies aligned with Group objectives to hit key project milestones. Scaled a procurement function by 3x within an international market, demonstrating rapid organisational growth. Directed negotiations and contract management for major capital projects within highly regulated, high-investment environments. Directly optimised P&L performance, cash flow, and program profitability through rigorous cost structure management. Expert at navigating high-stakes, regulated environments, with a proven track record in managing large-scale Capital Expenditure (Capex) projects Oversee strategic sourcing, supplier selection, and contract negotiations. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships. Develop supplier performance evaluation frameworks. Identify and mitigate supply chain risks. Direct the end-to-end contract lifecycle, providing expert oversight on claims management and dispute resolution to mitigate legal and financial exposure. What skills will you need? Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field. Professional certification such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) preferred. Progressive procurement experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Strong negotiation, analytical, and strategic thinking skills. Experience with implementing an MRP ERP system, such as SAP Strategic thinking and commercial expertise Complex negotiation expertise Project investment governance Risk management & scenario planning Financial literacy (NPV, IRR, CAPEX control) Executive stakeholder management Change management & digital transformation What's on offer? 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Enviable Bonus scheme Flexible Working Hours Private Medical Insurance Pension - matched up to 8% Health and wellbeing programme Please apply below, or for more information, contact Sue Wallis. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

HR Advisor Location: Milton Keynes Department: Human Resources Contract: Temporary Salary: Competitive + benefits Are you an experienced HR professional who thrives in a fast paced environment and enjoys partnering with managers to deliver high quality people outcomes. We're looking for an HR Advisor to join our HR Operations team and play a key role in driving excellent people management, consistent employee relations handling, and continuous improvement across the business. About the Role As an HR Advisor, you'll act as a trusted partner to people managers across the organisation, providing guidance on a wide range of people matters. You'll take the lead on end to end employee relations casework, ensuring cases are managed in a timely, fair and compliant way, while supporting managers to build confidence and capability. Alongside case management, you'll contribute to core HR cycle activities, develop people insights using data, deliver training, and support projects that shape our people strategy. The role is both hands on and strategic, offering you the opportunity to influence how we enable, support and develop people managers. Key Responsibilities Provide expert advice and coaching to managers on ER matters including performance, disciplinary, grievance, sickness, flexible working, and probation. Manage a diverse ER caseload, ensuring high quality documentation, audit trails, and consistent application of employment legislation and internal policies. Lead sickness absence casework, liaising with Occupational Health and wellbeing providers, analysing trends, and supporting managers in managing attendance effectively. Support annual HR cycle activities such as PDR calibration, performance data reviews and remuneration processes. Design and deliver engaging training for people managers, including employee relations and management essentials modules. Analyse HR and people data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to drive decision making. Support talent, succession planning and organisational design activities. Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of policies, processes, tools and templates. Play an active role in the apprenticeship scheme, supporting managers and ensuring a positive experience for apprentices. Collaborate with the wider HR team, including HR Business Partners, HR Hub, Reward & Benefits and Resourcing. Produce content and communications for people managers to support knowledge building and consistent practice. About You We're looking for someone who brings a blend of HR expertise, curiosity and confidence. The ideal candidate will have: Significant experience in ER case management, including complex cases. Strong coaching skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Up to date knowledge of UK employment legislation and best practice. Experience designing and delivering training programmes. Strong Excel and data analysis skills, with the ability to draw insights from data. Excellent written English, particularly for case documentation and business communications. High emotional intelligence, strong problem solving ability and a calm approach under pressure. Strong organisation and time management skills with the ability to balance competing priorities. CIPD qualification (or working toward it) preferred. Why Join Us? You'll be part of a collaborative HR team that values continuous improvement, personal development and a human centred approach to employee relations. This role offers significant scope to shape manager capability, contribute to the people strategy, and grow your HR career Contact Alison for more information (phone number removed) or email Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Client Proposals Specialist Location : UK Wide. Homebased with requirement to attend occasional site meetings. Salary : £55,000 £60,000 per annum, DOE + 10% Bonus Contract : Full time, Permanent Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, holiday buy and sell scheme, private health insurance, pension contribution, employee referral scheme, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, eye test vouchers and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). About Us: DEKRA UK is part of a global organisation with over 49,000 employees across more than 60 countries. This role sits within our consulting division a small, highly specialised, and fast-moving part of DEKRA that works with organisations worldwide to improve safety performance, reliability, and culture. Our consulting team helps clients drive meaningful behavioural and organisational change. We work across diverse sectors including energy, oil and gas, chemicals, manufacturing, utilities, transport, government and more, delivering expertise in culture transformation, leadership, human performance reliability, and serious injury and fatality prevention. About the Role: As a Client Proposals Specialist, you will play a key strategic role in shaping complex proposals across the UK and EMEA. You ll work closely with Business Development and Sales teams to produce accurate, persuasive, and well-structured proposals. You will also be part of our global OSR Proposals Team based in the United States. This is a role for someone who combines detail orientation with big picture thinking a sharp editor who can distil complexity, structure pricing, and help articulate compelling solutions. Key Responsibilities Partner with Business Development to craft compelling, client-focused proposals Strategize and articulate solutions aligned with client objectives Ensure proposals meet legal and pricing standards Lead responses to formal RFPs, managing timelines, contributors, and final submissions Coordinate with Finance, HR, Legal, and other teams on non-standard terms Contribute to continuous improvement of proposal processes and resources. About You Minimum 6 years of experience in proposal development, preferably in professional services or consulting University degree or equivalent work experience Exceptional editorial skills with attention to detail in grammar, layout, and presentation Strong strategic thinking, communication, and problem-solving abilities Experience managing the demands and complexity of RFP responses Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce, SAP) is a plus Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Collaborative mindset with cultural awareness and client-service orientation Commitment to continuous learning and innovation Flexibility to work outside standard UK hours during high-priority deadlines or working across time zones. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on APPLY today! No agencies please.