Retail Sales Assistant - Jollyes Pets - Warrington. Combine your passion for pets with your job and help deliver fantastic customer service to our pet parents and build a grrrreat career with Jollyes. Following exciting recent growth, we're looking for a talented individual to be a Sales Assistant in our Warrington store. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company voted Best Retailer 2024 ( by Retail Week and included in the Sunday Times ' Best Places to Work ' list. So, what's in it for you? The Benefits :At Jollyes, we're as passionate about our people as we are about our pets! We think our tail-wagging benefits package reflects our appreciation for all that our colleagues do and provides support where it's needed most. £8.18 - £12.21 per hour plus bonus potential up £1000 p.a. paid in two installments, terms and conditions apply. Financial Wellbeing Package (Stream): Access earnings early, plus savings tools and discounts. Retail Trust Membership: Counselling, wellbeing, and financial support. Colleague Discounts: Treats at 800+ retailers, plus 30% off Jollyes products and pet services. Health & Wellbeing Support: Online GP, mental health services, fitness programs, dental care, and cancer support. Workplace Pension: Legal & General scheme (EE 3%, ER 5%). Extra Time Off: Birthday, wedding, new pet days, plus buy/sell holiday options. Enhanced Family Leave: Maternity and paternity packages above statutory levels. Recognition & Rewards: Top Dog Award with extra day off and perks. Lifestyle Benefits: Cycle2Work scheme and discounted David Lloyd membership. Learning & Development for future progression into specialist or Key Holder roles, Management or Support roles - you really can have a great career with Jollyes! = Pro rata for part time colleagues What do we need from you?: Your role as a Sales Assistant will be to help your store colleagues to maximise the potential of the store by providing genuinely helpful and friendly customer service, upholding great store standards with available stock and clean and tidy presentation, and promoting responsible pet ownership. We are seeking people with a fun personality who are great at interacting with pets and people. Enjoy the challenges of a fast-paced retail workplace. Ideally, you will have experience in a similar, customer facing environment and have a hands-on approach. Most of all, you must be able to offer the highest levels of customer service and be an ambassador for the Jollyes brand, sharing our values of being: Genuine, Wise, Focused, Eager, Together. A high level of flexibility is required as our opening hours include evenings and weekends. Therefore you should be flexible to cover any shifts over 7 days. Part time, permanent position - 12 hours per week About Jollyes Pets Jollyes are an award-winning UK pet retailer with over 100 stores and over 50 years of pet expertise between our paws. Winners of the Retail Week award for ' Best Retailer 2024 ' (under £250m t/o), and listed in the Sunday Times ' Best Places to Work ' you really can be sure you're joining a great brand and employer, trusted by our customers and our colleagues. Accredited by RestLess as an age inclusive employer we welcome applications of all ages (16+), and with our accreditation to the Pet Sustainability Coalition, we're friendly to pets people and the planet too! To Apply If you're keen to develop your career in retail and benefit from future progression as we continue to grow, you'll be warmly welcomed and your contribution truly valued. Click the 'apply' button today and join our pack as a Jollyes Sales Assistant!
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Retail Sales Assistant - Jollyes Pets - Warrington. Combine your passion for pets with your job and help deliver fantastic customer service to our pet parents and build a grrrreat career with Jollyes. Following exciting recent growth, we're looking for a talented individual to be a Sales Assistant in our Warrington store. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company voted Best Retailer 2024 ( by Retail Week and included in the Sunday Times ' Best Places to Work ' list. So, what's in it for you? The Benefits :At Jollyes, we're as passionate about our people as we are about our pets! We think our tail-wagging benefits package reflects our appreciation for all that our colleagues do and provides support where it's needed most. £8.18 - £12.21 per hour plus bonus potential up £1000 p.a. paid in two installments, terms and conditions apply. Financial Wellbeing Package (Stream): Access earnings early, plus savings tools and discounts. Retail Trust Membership: Counselling, wellbeing, and financial support. Colleague Discounts: Treats at 800+ retailers, plus 30% off Jollyes products and pet services. Health & Wellbeing Support: Online GP, mental health services, fitness programs, dental care, and cancer support. Workplace Pension: Legal & General scheme (EE 3%, ER 5%). Extra Time Off: Birthday, wedding, new pet days, plus buy/sell holiday options. Enhanced Family Leave: Maternity and paternity packages above statutory levels. Recognition & Rewards: Top Dog Award with extra day off and perks. Lifestyle Benefits: Cycle2Work scheme and discounted David Lloyd membership. Learning & Development for future progression into specialist or Key Holder roles, Management or Support roles - you really can have a great career with Jollyes! = Pro rata for part time colleagues What do we need from you?: Your role as a Sales Assistant will be to help your store colleagues to maximise the potential of the store by providing genuinely helpful and friendly customer service, upholding great store standards with available stock and clean and tidy presentation, and promoting responsible pet ownership. We are seeking people with a fun personality who are great at interacting with pets and people. Enjoy the challenges of a fast-paced retail workplace. Ideally, you will have experience in a similar, customer facing environment and have a hands-on approach. Most of all, you must be able to offer the highest levels of customer service and be an ambassador for the Jollyes brand, sharing our values of being: Genuine, Wise, Focused, Eager, Together. A high level of flexibility is required as our opening hours include evenings and weekends. Therefore you should be flexible to cover any shifts over 7 days. Part time, permanent position - 12 hours per week About Jollyes Pets Jollyes are an award-winning UK pet retailer with over 100 stores and over 50 years of pet expertise between our paws. Winners of the Retail Week award for ' Best Retailer 2024 ' (under £250m t/o), and listed in the Sunday Times ' Best Places to Work ' you really can be sure you're joining a great brand and employer, trusted by our customers and our colleagues. Accredited by RestLess as an age inclusive employer we welcome applications of all ages (16+), and with our accreditation to the Pet Sustainability Coalition, we're friendly to pets people and the planet too! To Apply If you're keen to develop your career in retail and benefit from future progression as we continue to grow, you'll be warmly welcomed and your contribution truly valued. Click the 'apply' button today and join our pack as a Jollyes Sales Assistant!
The Financial Times is one of the world's leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide. At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you're given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world. In our warm, collaborative culture, you'll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing. Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you'll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere. Build a newsworthy career at the FT. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups. The Role We're looking for a Senior iOS Engineer who is passionate about building a scalable, reliable mobile platform and enabling teams across the organisation to contribute confidently and independently to the FT"s award-winning digital products. You'll join the Mobile Apps team, a multidisciplinary, cross-functional group focused on delivering an outstanding mobile experience for our world class news. You'll collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, business analysts and designers to build and evolve a premium mobile application and platform for our customers. What You'll Do Define and evolve iOS platform boundaries (native vs shared vs web layers) Ensure performance, reliability, and UX consistency as contribution scales across multiple teams Make architectural trade-offs across native, hybrid and shared approaches Identify and address platform risks (performance, memory, app size, offline behaviour) Define and enforce native constraints (performance, memory, app size, lifecycle) to protect platform integrity Contribution Enablement & Guardrails Define and evolve guardrails and constraints that enable safe contribution at scale Guide teams on how to build within platform boundaries Reduce reliance on central ownership through systems and tooling Collaborate with teams to improve quality without blocking delivery Delivery & Engineering Excellence Build and maintain high-quality iOS features and platform capabilities where native expertise is required Work with hybrid technologies (webviews, shared logic) where required Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact outcomes Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering practices Use automated tooling and systems to ensure high quality outcomes throughout delivery. What You'll Bring Deep expertise in Swift and iOS platform internals (performance, lifecycle, memory) Strong architectural judgement across native, shared and web approaches Experience working on large-scale mobile applications with multiple contributors Ability to define platform boundaries and make pragmatic trade-offs Experience enabling teams to contribute safely without central ownership Strong problem-solving skills across complex technical systems Excellent communication and ability to influence across teams Experience working with Kotlin Multiplatform or shared code approaches Experience working with Apple's in-app purchase ecosystem (StoreKit), including subscription models, entitlements, and edge cases (restoration, retries, offline behaviour) Experience in hybrid app architectures (webviews, JS integration) Familiarity with observability and performance monitoring tools Experience influencing engineering practices across teams Experience supporting teams through architectural or platform transitions What's in it for you? Our benefits Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here. We've embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible. Accessibility We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email and a member of our team will be happy to help. Further information At the FT, we embrace innovation and the use of technology and appreciate that individuals may leverage AI tools as part of their job application process. Whilst we are happy for you to use AI to assist with your application, it is essential that all information provided is authentic and accurately represents your skills, experience, and qualifications. Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process may be monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all. Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at Financial Times? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Have you been previously employed at the FT? 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Apr 16, 2026
Full time
The Financial Times is one of the world's leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide. At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you're given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world. In our warm, collaborative culture, you'll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing. Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you'll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere. Build a newsworthy career at the FT. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups. The Role We're looking for a Senior iOS Engineer who is passionate about building a scalable, reliable mobile platform and enabling teams across the organisation to contribute confidently and independently to the FT"s award-winning digital products. You'll join the Mobile Apps team, a multidisciplinary, cross-functional group focused on delivering an outstanding mobile experience for our world class news. You'll collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, business analysts and designers to build and evolve a premium mobile application and platform for our customers. What You'll Do Define and evolve iOS platform boundaries (native vs shared vs web layers) Ensure performance, reliability, and UX consistency as contribution scales across multiple teams Make architectural trade-offs across native, hybrid and shared approaches Identify and address platform risks (performance, memory, app size, offline behaviour) Define and enforce native constraints (performance, memory, app size, lifecycle) to protect platform integrity Contribution Enablement & Guardrails Define and evolve guardrails and constraints that enable safe contribution at scale Guide teams on how to build within platform boundaries Reduce reliance on central ownership through systems and tooling Collaborate with teams to improve quality without blocking delivery Delivery & Engineering Excellence Build and maintain high-quality iOS features and platform capabilities where native expertise is required Work with hybrid technologies (webviews, shared logic) where required Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact outcomes Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering practices Use automated tooling and systems to ensure high quality outcomes throughout delivery. What You'll Bring Deep expertise in Swift and iOS platform internals (performance, lifecycle, memory) Strong architectural judgement across native, shared and web approaches Experience working on large-scale mobile applications with multiple contributors Ability to define platform boundaries and make pragmatic trade-offs Experience enabling teams to contribute safely without central ownership Strong problem-solving skills across complex technical systems Excellent communication and ability to influence across teams Experience working with Kotlin Multiplatform or shared code approaches Experience working with Apple's in-app purchase ecosystem (StoreKit), including subscription models, entitlements, and edge cases (restoration, retries, offline behaviour) Experience in hybrid app architectures (webviews, JS integration) Familiarity with observability and performance monitoring tools Experience influencing engineering practices across teams Experience supporting teams through architectural or platform transitions What's in it for you? Our benefits Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here. We've embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible. Accessibility We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email and a member of our team will be happy to help. Further information At the FT, we embrace innovation and the use of technology and appreciate that individuals may leverage AI tools as part of their job application process. Whilst we are happy for you to use AI to assist with your application, it is essential that all information provided is authentic and accurately represents your skills, experience, and qualifications. Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process may be monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all. Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at Financial Times? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Have you been previously employed at the FT? 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Your information will be stored separately to your application on our recruitment system, with safeguards in place to ensure that your data is kept secure and treated confidentially. Hiring managers and recruiters cannot see this information on an individual basis. We may use the data in an anonymised form for reporting purposes or as required to comply with statutory reporting requirements, depending on your location. What was the occupation of your main household earner when you were aged 14? (Occupations provided are examples, please select the option that most closely resembles your main householder earners employment) Select If you finished school after 1980, were you eligible for free school meals at any point during your school years? Select If you attended university, were you the first person in your immediate family (parents or guardians) to do so? Select
Come and join the Littlefish team! Work location: Nottingham (Hybrid) Salary: Up to: £55,000 Must be eligible for SC Clearance (UK resident for the last 5 years) and NPPV2 clearance Here at Littlefish, we look for people who can make arealdifference and become a giant slayer.As the world around us continues to change, we look for people who grab that change with optimism and excitement.Theseare thepassionate and high performingpeoplewho enjoy and thrive onthinking outside the box. Our current employees are the giant slayers who have made Littlefish who we are today, and you will be the future employees who continue to add the drive, passion, andadd toour skills and experienceas we see Littlefish grow. So, if this is ticking your boxes and you are excited at the thought of working with creative, passionate, energetic, friendly people- we would love to hear from you. The role and what you'll be getting up to on a day-to-day basis: As a Tier 3 Cyber Security Analyst, you'll work within the CSOC to detect, investigate, and respond to advanced security threats across customer environments. You'll support the CSOC Manager in day to day operations, act as a technical escalation point for analysts, and provide out of hours escalation support when required. This is a highly technical, hands on role where you'll lead threat hunting, develop and tune SIEM detections, and help mature SOC processes and response playbooks. You'll also play a key role in mentoring analysts and raising the overall technical capability of the SOC. Technology innovation is part of our DNA, and this role will continue to evolve as AI driven detection, automation, and response capabilities are introduced. You will: Develop, tune, and maintain SIEM detection rules across customer environments Conduct proactive threat hunting and threat intelligence research Act as a senior escalation point for Cyber Security Analysts Coach and mentor analysts, supporting skills development and knowledge sharing Investigate complex security incidents and identify root causes Lead continual service improvement initiatives within the CSOC Compile and present monthly SOC reporting, advising on security posture improvements Support client service reviews and articulate cyber risk in business friendly language Conduct security assessments, including vulnerability testing and risk analysis Ensure high quality incident resolution and consistent SOC performance Who you are: You're an experienced cyber security professional with deep SOC experience and a strong technical foundation. You're confident making decisions in high pressure situations, enjoy solving complex security challenges, and take pride in supporting and developing others. You balance technical excellence with a service delivery mindset and strong customer engagement. You will have: 2-4 years' experience in a Security Operations or similar cyber role Strong experience investigating and responding to cyber security incidents Hands on experience with SIEM, EDR, and email security tooling Experience working in a Microsoft XDR SOC Strong KQL (Kusto Query Language) skills Experience mentoring and supporting analysts at different levels Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical thinking, judgement, and attention to detail A proactive, self motivated approach and passion for cyber security It's a bonus if you also have: Certifications such as AZ 500, SC 300, SC 100, SC 200, or SANS certifications Experience as an incident responder Experience developing bespoke detection rules or response playbooks Knowledge of vulnerability assessment and remediation Awareness of balancing business needs with technical and security standards What can we offer you? Healthcare cash plan. This will give you access to online GP appointments, 24/7 access to qualified counsellors and cash back against a range of general healthcare Referral bonus scheme of £1000 when you successfully refer a friend. Access to our LinkedIn Learning platform, with over 16000 expert led online tutorials to enhance and achieve your personal and professional goals. Casual dress policy Company Pension Scheme Company social events 25 days annual leave plus public / bank holidays Purchase of annual leave scheme Life at Littlefish: Our company values shape who we are as a business, what we stand for and how we work. Hiring people with our values at heart, is very important as we see Littlefish grow. I am High Performing- I like to raise the bar, we look at creating opportunities to increase quality and improve efficiency, we strive for service excellence. I am Passionate- We build team success and celebrate them together, I am enthusiastic and energetic, I care about the people I work with and we support one another. I Have a Can-Do Attitude- I am not afraid to step outside my comfort zone, we are not afraid to challenge status quo, we get stuff done! So, if you feel like you can make a tangible difference, apply today, and join us on this journey. Here at Littlefish we aim to be somewhere everyone can be themselves. We are committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive community where everyone irrespective of who they are, or their background, can feel equal and supported. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Please get in touch if you are concerned about any difficulties you may face during your recruitment process, so we adjust accordingly. Part of our application process includes a set of ED&I (Equality, diversity and inclusion) questions. Please note, each question has a 'prefer not to say' option.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Come and join the Littlefish team! Work location: Nottingham (Hybrid) Salary: Up to: £55,000 Must be eligible for SC Clearance (UK resident for the last 5 years) and NPPV2 clearance Here at Littlefish, we look for people who can make arealdifference and become a giant slayer.As the world around us continues to change, we look for people who grab that change with optimism and excitement.Theseare thepassionate and high performingpeoplewho enjoy and thrive onthinking outside the box. Our current employees are the giant slayers who have made Littlefish who we are today, and you will be the future employees who continue to add the drive, passion, andadd toour skills and experienceas we see Littlefish grow. So, if this is ticking your boxes and you are excited at the thought of working with creative, passionate, energetic, friendly people- we would love to hear from you. The role and what you'll be getting up to on a day-to-day basis: As a Tier 3 Cyber Security Analyst, you'll work within the CSOC to detect, investigate, and respond to advanced security threats across customer environments. You'll support the CSOC Manager in day to day operations, act as a technical escalation point for analysts, and provide out of hours escalation support when required. This is a highly technical, hands on role where you'll lead threat hunting, develop and tune SIEM detections, and help mature SOC processes and response playbooks. You'll also play a key role in mentoring analysts and raising the overall technical capability of the SOC. Technology innovation is part of our DNA, and this role will continue to evolve as AI driven detection, automation, and response capabilities are introduced. You will: Develop, tune, and maintain SIEM detection rules across customer environments Conduct proactive threat hunting and threat intelligence research Act as a senior escalation point for Cyber Security Analysts Coach and mentor analysts, supporting skills development and knowledge sharing Investigate complex security incidents and identify root causes Lead continual service improvement initiatives within the CSOC Compile and present monthly SOC reporting, advising on security posture improvements Support client service reviews and articulate cyber risk in business friendly language Conduct security assessments, including vulnerability testing and risk analysis Ensure high quality incident resolution and consistent SOC performance Who you are: You're an experienced cyber security professional with deep SOC experience and a strong technical foundation. You're confident making decisions in high pressure situations, enjoy solving complex security challenges, and take pride in supporting and developing others. You balance technical excellence with a service delivery mindset and strong customer engagement. You will have: 2-4 years' experience in a Security Operations or similar cyber role Strong experience investigating and responding to cyber security incidents Hands on experience with SIEM, EDR, and email security tooling Experience working in a Microsoft XDR SOC Strong KQL (Kusto Query Language) skills Experience mentoring and supporting analysts at different levels Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical thinking, judgement, and attention to detail A proactive, self motivated approach and passion for cyber security It's a bonus if you also have: Certifications such as AZ 500, SC 300, SC 100, SC 200, or SANS certifications Experience as an incident responder Experience developing bespoke detection rules or response playbooks Knowledge of vulnerability assessment and remediation Awareness of balancing business needs with technical and security standards What can we offer you? Healthcare cash plan. This will give you access to online GP appointments, 24/7 access to qualified counsellors and cash back against a range of general healthcare Referral bonus scheme of £1000 when you successfully refer a friend. Access to our LinkedIn Learning platform, with over 16000 expert led online tutorials to enhance and achieve your personal and professional goals. Casual dress policy Company Pension Scheme Company social events 25 days annual leave plus public / bank holidays Purchase of annual leave scheme Life at Littlefish: Our company values shape who we are as a business, what we stand for and how we work. Hiring people with our values at heart, is very important as we see Littlefish grow. I am High Performing- I like to raise the bar, we look at creating opportunities to increase quality and improve efficiency, we strive for service excellence. I am Passionate- We build team success and celebrate them together, I am enthusiastic and energetic, I care about the people I work with and we support one another. I Have a Can-Do Attitude- I am not afraid to step outside my comfort zone, we are not afraid to challenge status quo, we get stuff done! So, if you feel like you can make a tangible difference, apply today, and join us on this journey. Here at Littlefish we aim to be somewhere everyone can be themselves. We are committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive community where everyone irrespective of who they are, or their background, can feel equal and supported. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Please get in touch if you are concerned about any difficulties you may face during your recruitment process, so we adjust accordingly. Part of our application process includes a set of ED&I (Equality, diversity and inclusion) questions. Please note, each question has a 'prefer not to say' option.
Senior Accountant - Growing Independent Practice Milton Keynes (Hybrid) £45,000 - £55,000 DOE Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a growing independent accountancy practice in Milton Keynes in their search for a Senior Accountant/Client Manager to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong practice professional who enjoys being client facing and is looking to take on greater responsibility, manage a varied client portfolio, and play a key role in the firm's continued growth. The role offers a supportive, flexible environment with genuine progression opportunities. Key Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of clients (circa 80), acting as the main point of contact Prepare statutory accounts, corporation tax, and personal tax returns Prepare management accounts and support client decision-making Identify tax planning opportunities and provide advisory support Prepare CGT reports and support on more complex tax matters Ensure deadlines are met across multiple assignments Support junior team members and contribute to team development Key Requirements ACA or ACCA qualified (CTA highly advantageous) Minimum 5 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice Strong experience with Xero or cloud-based accounting software Experience with IRIS desirable Confident managing client relationships and workloads Strong communication skills with a proactive, commercial approach What's on Offer £45,000 - £55,000 salary depending on experience Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home) Flexitime and supportive working environment Company pension, private medical insurance, and free parking Health & wellbeing support, sick pay, and enhanced maternity leave Bonus scheme and clear progression opportunities Collaborative and growing firm culture Interested? If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with Demetria Petropoulos to find out more - /d com Know someone perfect for this role? We offer a £150 retail voucher for every successful referral we place - so if you refer a friend or colleague who's hired through Butler Rose, you'll be rewarded! Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Accountant - Growing Independent Practice Milton Keynes (Hybrid) £45,000 - £55,000 DOE Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a growing independent accountancy practice in Milton Keynes in their search for a Senior Accountant/Client Manager to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong practice professional who enjoys being client facing and is looking to take on greater responsibility, manage a varied client portfolio, and play a key role in the firm's continued growth. The role offers a supportive, flexible environment with genuine progression opportunities. Key Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of clients (circa 80), acting as the main point of contact Prepare statutory accounts, corporation tax, and personal tax returns Prepare management accounts and support client decision-making Identify tax planning opportunities and provide advisory support Prepare CGT reports and support on more complex tax matters Ensure deadlines are met across multiple assignments Support junior team members and contribute to team development Key Requirements ACA or ACCA qualified (CTA highly advantageous) Minimum 5 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice Strong experience with Xero or cloud-based accounting software Experience with IRIS desirable Confident managing client relationships and workloads Strong communication skills with a proactive, commercial approach What's on Offer £45,000 - £55,000 salary depending on experience Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home) Flexitime and supportive working environment Company pension, private medical insurance, and free parking Health & wellbeing support, sick pay, and enhanced maternity leave Bonus scheme and clear progression opportunities Collaborative and growing firm culture Interested? If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with Demetria Petropoulos to find out more - /d com Know someone perfect for this role? We offer a £150 retail voucher for every successful referral we place - so if you refer a friend or colleague who's hired through Butler Rose, you'll be rewarded! Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Finance Director Location: Lancashire Reporting to: Managing Director Our client is seeking a commercially focused and strategic Finance Director to lead its finance function. This is a high-impact, executive-level role offering full ownership of financial strategy, performance, and governance. As a key member of the leadership team, you will play a critical role in driving profitability, supporting business transformation, and enabling future growth. To be successful you will have led a finance transformation within a fast-paced business, maximising value for shareholders. Prior experience of driving international growth would also be beneficial. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership Develop and deliver the financial strategy aligned with overall business objectives Lead finance transformation initiatives, including structural and process improvements Provide insight, analysis, and challenge to support strategic decision-making Partner with senior stakeholders to drive growth, efficiency, and profitability Commercial Finance Lead pricing, margin optimisation, and profitability analysis Support contract negotiations and supplier agreements Identify opportunities to enhance revenue and reduce costs Present financial performance and insights to senior leadership and board stakeholders Financial Management & Reporting Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning Ensure timely and accurate production of financial reports Governance & Compliance Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and tax requirements Maintain strong internal controls and risk management frameworks Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external advisors Leadership Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing finance team Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Drive systems and process improvements across the finance function Skills & Experience Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience in a number 1 in finance role Strong track record of leading finance transformation initiatives Commercially astute with the ability to influence senior stakeholders Experience operating in complex, fast-paced environments Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach High level of integrity and professionalism Results-driven with strong attention to detail Collaborative and influential leader Adaptable and resilient What's on Offer True finance role with full ownership and autonomy Opportunity to shape financial strategy within an established and evolving business High-impact position during a period of transformation Visible leadership role with board-level exposure Collaborative and ambitious working culture Competitive salary and benefits package Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Finance Director Location: Lancashire Reporting to: Managing Director Our client is seeking a commercially focused and strategic Finance Director to lead its finance function. This is a high-impact, executive-level role offering full ownership of financial strategy, performance, and governance. As a key member of the leadership team, you will play a critical role in driving profitability, supporting business transformation, and enabling future growth. To be successful you will have led a finance transformation within a fast-paced business, maximising value for shareholders. Prior experience of driving international growth would also be beneficial. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership Develop and deliver the financial strategy aligned with overall business objectives Lead finance transformation initiatives, including structural and process improvements Provide insight, analysis, and challenge to support strategic decision-making Partner with senior stakeholders to drive growth, efficiency, and profitability Commercial Finance Lead pricing, margin optimisation, and profitability analysis Support contract negotiations and supplier agreements Identify opportunities to enhance revenue and reduce costs Present financial performance and insights to senior leadership and board stakeholders Financial Management & Reporting Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning Ensure timely and accurate production of financial reports Governance & Compliance Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and tax requirements Maintain strong internal controls and risk management frameworks Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external advisors Leadership Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing finance team Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Drive systems and process improvements across the finance function Skills & Experience Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience in a number 1 in finance role Strong track record of leading finance transformation initiatives Commercially astute with the ability to influence senior stakeholders Experience operating in complex, fast-paced environments Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach High level of integrity and professionalism Results-driven with strong attention to detail Collaborative and influential leader Adaptable and resilient What's on Offer True finance role with full ownership and autonomy Opportunity to shape financial strategy within an established and evolving business High-impact position during a period of transformation Visible leadership role with board-level exposure Collaborative and ambitious working culture Competitive salary and benefits package Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
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 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 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. Overview Step into the role of Assistant Manager, where you'll manage a portfolio of clients and support senior team members in delivering services promptly. Your portfolio will include reviewing year-end statutory accounts compliance and liaising with audit teams, both BDO and non-BDO, alongside handling ad-hoc advisory requests. You'll assess resource needs, monitor progress against budgets and timelines, review junior staff work, and resolve issues before Manager or Partner review. You'll work independently, ensuring project delivery and acting as the first point of contact for clients and auditors. With strong accounting skills and business acumen, you'll analyse client data, make recommendations, and discuss issues credibly. You'll also play a key role in team development, promoting BDO values and providing performance feedback. You'll be someone with: A professional accountancy qualification such as ACA, ACCA or equivalent An excellent working knowledge of FRS102 and IFRS Experience as a trainee or senior role, including delivering statutory accounts preparation or accounting services to ambitious entrepreneurial businesses A proven ability to research technical accounting matters Demonstratable working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering 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 16, 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 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 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. Overview Step into the role of Assistant Manager, where you'll manage a portfolio of clients and support senior team members in delivering services promptly. Your portfolio will include reviewing year-end statutory accounts compliance and liaising with audit teams, both BDO and non-BDO, alongside handling ad-hoc advisory requests. You'll assess resource needs, monitor progress against budgets and timelines, review junior staff work, and resolve issues before Manager or Partner review. You'll work independently, ensuring project delivery and acting as the first point of contact for clients and auditors. With strong accounting skills and business acumen, you'll analyse client data, make recommendations, and discuss issues credibly. You'll also play a key role in team development, promoting BDO values and providing performance feedback. You'll be someone with: A professional accountancy qualification such as ACA, ACCA or equivalent An excellent working knowledge of FRS102 and IFRS Experience as a trainee or senior role, including delivering statutory accounts preparation or accounting services to ambitious entrepreneurial businesses A proven ability to research technical accounting matters Demonstratable working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering 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.
Client Manager - Growing Independent Accounting Practice Towcester (Hybrid) £40,000 - £55,000 DOE Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a growing independent accountancy practice in Towcester in their search for a Client Manager to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong practice professional who enjoys being client facing and is looking to take on greater responsibility, manage a varied client portfolio, and play a key role in the firm's continued growth. The role offers a supportive, flexible environment with genuine progression opportunities. Key Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of clients, acting as the main point of contact Prepare statutory accounts, corporation tax, and personal tax returns Prepare management accounts and support client decision-making Identify tax planning opportunities and provide advisory support Ensure deadlines are met across multiple assignments Support junior team members and contribute to team development Key Requirements ACA or ACCA qualified or QBE/Part-qualified Minimum 5 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice Strong experience with Xero or cloud-based accounting software Confident managing client relationships and workloads Strong communication skills with a proactive, commercial approach What's on Offer £40,000 - £55,000 salary depending on experience Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home) Flexitime and supportive working environment Collaborative and growing firm culture Interested? If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with Demetria Petropoulos to find out more - /d com Know someone perfect for this role? We offer a £150 retail voucher for every successful referral we place - so if you refer a friend or colleague who's hired through Butler Rose, you'll be rewarded! Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Client Manager - Growing Independent Accounting Practice Towcester (Hybrid) £40,000 - £55,000 DOE Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a growing independent accountancy practice in Towcester in their search for a Client Manager to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong practice professional who enjoys being client facing and is looking to take on greater responsibility, manage a varied client portfolio, and play a key role in the firm's continued growth. The role offers a supportive, flexible environment with genuine progression opportunities. Key Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of clients, acting as the main point of contact Prepare statutory accounts, corporation tax, and personal tax returns Prepare management accounts and support client decision-making Identify tax planning opportunities and provide advisory support Ensure deadlines are met across multiple assignments Support junior team members and contribute to team development Key Requirements ACA or ACCA qualified or QBE/Part-qualified Minimum 5 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice Strong experience with Xero or cloud-based accounting software Confident managing client relationships and workloads Strong communication skills with a proactive, commercial approach What's on Offer £40,000 - £55,000 salary depending on experience Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home) Flexitime and supportive working environment Collaborative and growing firm culture Interested? If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with Demetria Petropoulos to find out more - /d com Know someone perfect for this role? We offer a £150 retail voucher for every successful referral we place - so if you refer a friend or colleague who's hired through Butler Rose, you'll be rewarded! Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Attendance Officer Working in schools or college under the direction of the Education Support Manager in partnership with schools, settings, parents and the Education Social Worker team to determine appropriate action with regard to non-attendance issues. Attendance Officer To build constructive relationships with parents/carers, exchanging information, facilitating their support for their childs attendance and supporting home to school and community links. Researching new models and methods of improving school attendance and sharing good practice with the ESW team. To complete Attendance Audits in schools analysing their processes and procedures for managing non-attendance in line with the All Wales Attendance Framework. Reporting the findings back to the Education Support Manager. Complete home visits to determine reasons for absence and to assist pupils to settle back into school on return from absence using a number of strategies. Attendance Officer To explain the implications of attendance legislation if relevant. Acting as a mentor and coach to pupils to ensure any anxieties or concerns with regards to attendance are addressed. Assisting pupils to resolve any problems which arise within school or settings that affects school attendance, including making referrals to other services. Facilitating Attendance Improvement Plans with suitable pupils and collating data for an AIP. Liaising with other departments or agencies as required and attending multiagency meetings if required. The meetings may include Pastoral Support Plan, Reintegration meetings, TAC or social care meetings to positively contribute to pupils attendance. Be familiar with the Wales Safeguarding Procedures and report any Safeguarding concerns through the course of contact with families to WCBCs Social Care Department and the appropriate school or setting staff and relevant member of the ESW teamComplete administrative tasks e.g. dealing with correspondence, compilation/ analysis/reporting on attendance, exclusions and keeping detailed case records in line with agency requirements. Attendance Officer To provide the Education Support Manager with timely and relevant data and information as and when requiredto raise the aspirations and attainment of pupils. To attend and contribute to staff meetings, management meetings and to attend training events to enhance knowledge and understanding of topics relevant to the ASO role. To provide support to the Youth Justice Service Education Officer where appropriate and support in the delivery of education plans for children on statutory orders, working with the Youth Justice Prevention team. To undertake any reasonable duties, including any projects to support attendance and deputising for ESWs in times of necessity. Qualifications At least 5 GCSEs C grade or above Level 4 Qualification in a relevant discipline such as youth & community work, health & social diploma or demonstrate significant equivalent specialist experience in schools management systems and data profiling. Coaching, mentoring or other relevant qualification Specialist Knowledge Knowledge and significant experience of the Education/Schools Services Experience of the SIMS Attendance Package or similar. Knowledge of relevant organisations/partnerships to support the Traveller CommunityKnowledge of Education and Social Services Law eg. Education Act 1996, Children Act , Social Services and Wellbeing Wales Act 2014 Commitment to professional development. Experience of working directly with vulnerable and hard to reach groups Experience of working in a range of educational settings including mainstream, special schools and PRUs Experience of supporting vulnerable young people to achieve their potential through raising attendance and engagement.
Apr 16, 2026
Contractor
Attendance Officer Working in schools or college under the direction of the Education Support Manager in partnership with schools, settings, parents and the Education Social Worker team to determine appropriate action with regard to non-attendance issues. Attendance Officer To build constructive relationships with parents/carers, exchanging information, facilitating their support for their childs attendance and supporting home to school and community links. Researching new models and methods of improving school attendance and sharing good practice with the ESW team. To complete Attendance Audits in schools analysing their processes and procedures for managing non-attendance in line with the All Wales Attendance Framework. Reporting the findings back to the Education Support Manager. Complete home visits to determine reasons for absence and to assist pupils to settle back into school on return from absence using a number of strategies. Attendance Officer To explain the implications of attendance legislation if relevant. Acting as a mentor and coach to pupils to ensure any anxieties or concerns with regards to attendance are addressed. Assisting pupils to resolve any problems which arise within school or settings that affects school attendance, including making referrals to other services. Facilitating Attendance Improvement Plans with suitable pupils and collating data for an AIP. Liaising with other departments or agencies as required and attending multiagency meetings if required. The meetings may include Pastoral Support Plan, Reintegration meetings, TAC or social care meetings to positively contribute to pupils attendance. Be familiar with the Wales Safeguarding Procedures and report any Safeguarding concerns through the course of contact with families to WCBCs Social Care Department and the appropriate school or setting staff and relevant member of the ESW teamComplete administrative tasks e.g. dealing with correspondence, compilation/ analysis/reporting on attendance, exclusions and keeping detailed case records in line with agency requirements. Attendance Officer To provide the Education Support Manager with timely and relevant data and information as and when requiredto raise the aspirations and attainment of pupils. To attend and contribute to staff meetings, management meetings and to attend training events to enhance knowledge and understanding of topics relevant to the ASO role. To provide support to the Youth Justice Service Education Officer where appropriate and support in the delivery of education plans for children on statutory orders, working with the Youth Justice Prevention team. To undertake any reasonable duties, including any projects to support attendance and deputising for ESWs in times of necessity. Qualifications At least 5 GCSEs C grade or above Level 4 Qualification in a relevant discipline such as youth & community work, health & social diploma or demonstrate significant equivalent specialist experience in schools management systems and data profiling. Coaching, mentoring or other relevant qualification Specialist Knowledge Knowledge and significant experience of the Education/Schools Services Experience of the SIMS Attendance Package or similar. Knowledge of relevant organisations/partnerships to support the Traveller CommunityKnowledge of Education and Social Services Law eg. Education Act 1996, Children Act , Social Services and Wellbeing Wales Act 2014 Commitment to professional development. Experience of working directly with vulnerable and hard to reach groups Experience of working in a range of educational settings including mainstream, special schools and PRUs Experience of supporting vulnerable young people to achieve their potential through raising attendance and engagement.
We are an employee focused business committed to developing people to ensure that we have the best there is as part of our ever-expanding team. Are you ready to work for one of the largest manufacturers of liquid waste vacuum tankers and jetting equipment in Europe? Then Join our Whale Family! We are seeking an individualto take ownership of the organisation's entire IT infrastructure, ensuring robust systems, secure infrastructure, and the effective delivery of technology that supports business operations. You will work closely with the Group IT Director and senior leaders across Whale to assist in the delivery of Whale's IT roadmap while managing day-to-day infrastructure, projects, and external suppliers. You will be working in the IT Department 5 days a week in the office in Solihull, with some potential travel to other UK sites. Some of the duties are - Manage daily IT operations, including servers, networks, cloud services, and end-user support Ensure high availability, performance, and security of IT systems Lead, mentor, and evaluate IT operations and IT support personnel Develop and enforce IT policies, procedures, and best practices Monitor systems, manage incident response, and oversee problem resolution Plan and manage system upgrades, patches, and maintenance Coordinate disaster recovery and business continuity planning including daily backups Manage vendors, contracts, and service-level agreements (SLAs) Collaborate with cybersecurity, development, and business teams Track KPIs, prepare reports, and optimize operational efficiency Manage IT budgets and resource allocation If this sounds good to you and you feel you have the relevant skills and experience then apply today because not only will you be joining an expanding, enthusiastic and proactive company where no two days are the same, we also have some wonderful benefits on offer. What are the benefits? One off £500 per annum holiday bonus when you take 5 days off in one block Bonus scheme based on the performance of the company Private medical insurance (BUPA) Competitive Company Pension Scheme Secure employment with a longstanding supportive business with opportunity for advancement Annual pay reviews 25 days holiday (plus statutory days) per calendar year - 5 days more than the legal requirement Death in service for employees Employee assistance programme - offering free wellbeing (mental and physical) and financial advice and support which offers access for you your partner and children under 18 for a Digital GP Employee discount scheme including restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more Cycle to work scheme Full training, equipment and PPE provided Long service awards Free parking The Company Whale Tankers care about quality across all aspects of our business, it is a word that characterises the company. Our Ravenshaw site, located in Solihull, has been the home of Whale Tankers. The site set in more than 40 acres of land, is a stunning example of how an industrial concern can successfully operate alongside a natural environment. Whale has a truly modern manufacturing facility at Ravenshaw, with all the key processes carried out in-house. All aspects of the manufacturing process, from technical specification to quality control, all takes place on site. Our "in-house" product philosophy gives Whale the ability to control quality at every stage and ensure that every product is engineered and built to deliver uptime and value throughout its working life. Whale customer promise is one "reliability, service and value for life", It takes a combination of significant resources and unique culture to deliver that promise - something that Whale Tankers has been delivering over the last five decades. The Benefits Health Holiday Pension Bonus The Values Teamwork Our best work is born out of working collaboratively as a team in order to achieve our goals. We build better when we work together. Producing a diverse product range, engineered to meet specific customer requirements. We will remain focused on developing our products, processes and people, through partnerships and investments, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of our industry. Long Service The major factor in Whale's success has been the motivation, skill and loyalty of all employees, who on average have been with Whale for 8 and a half years.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
We are an employee focused business committed to developing people to ensure that we have the best there is as part of our ever-expanding team. Are you ready to work for one of the largest manufacturers of liquid waste vacuum tankers and jetting equipment in Europe? Then Join our Whale Family! We are seeking an individualto take ownership of the organisation's entire IT infrastructure, ensuring robust systems, secure infrastructure, and the effective delivery of technology that supports business operations. You will work closely with the Group IT Director and senior leaders across Whale to assist in the delivery of Whale's IT roadmap while managing day-to-day infrastructure, projects, and external suppliers. You will be working in the IT Department 5 days a week in the office in Solihull, with some potential travel to other UK sites. Some of the duties are - Manage daily IT operations, including servers, networks, cloud services, and end-user support Ensure high availability, performance, and security of IT systems Lead, mentor, and evaluate IT operations and IT support personnel Develop and enforce IT policies, procedures, and best practices Monitor systems, manage incident response, and oversee problem resolution Plan and manage system upgrades, patches, and maintenance Coordinate disaster recovery and business continuity planning including daily backups Manage vendors, contracts, and service-level agreements (SLAs) Collaborate with cybersecurity, development, and business teams Track KPIs, prepare reports, and optimize operational efficiency Manage IT budgets and resource allocation If this sounds good to you and you feel you have the relevant skills and experience then apply today because not only will you be joining an expanding, enthusiastic and proactive company where no two days are the same, we also have some wonderful benefits on offer. What are the benefits? One off £500 per annum holiday bonus when you take 5 days off in one block Bonus scheme based on the performance of the company Private medical insurance (BUPA) Competitive Company Pension Scheme Secure employment with a longstanding supportive business with opportunity for advancement Annual pay reviews 25 days holiday (plus statutory days) per calendar year - 5 days more than the legal requirement Death in service for employees Employee assistance programme - offering free wellbeing (mental and physical) and financial advice and support which offers access for you your partner and children under 18 for a Digital GP Employee discount scheme including restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more Cycle to work scheme Full training, equipment and PPE provided Long service awards Free parking The Company Whale Tankers care about quality across all aspects of our business, it is a word that characterises the company. Our Ravenshaw site, located in Solihull, has been the home of Whale Tankers. The site set in more than 40 acres of land, is a stunning example of how an industrial concern can successfully operate alongside a natural environment. Whale has a truly modern manufacturing facility at Ravenshaw, with all the key processes carried out in-house. All aspects of the manufacturing process, from technical specification to quality control, all takes place on site. Our "in-house" product philosophy gives Whale the ability to control quality at every stage and ensure that every product is engineered and built to deliver uptime and value throughout its working life. Whale customer promise is one "reliability, service and value for life", It takes a combination of significant resources and unique culture to deliver that promise - something that Whale Tankers has been delivering over the last five decades. The Benefits Health Holiday Pension Bonus The Values Teamwork Our best work is born out of working collaboratively as a team in order to achieve our goals. We build better when we work together. Producing a diverse product range, engineered to meet specific customer requirements. We will remain focused on developing our products, processes and people, through partnerships and investments, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of our industry. Long Service The major factor in Whale's success has been the motivation, skill and loyalty of all employees, who on average have been with Whale for 8 and a half years.
Retail Sales Assistant - Jollyes Pets - Chichester. Combine your passion for pets with your job and help deliver fantastic customer service to our pet parents and build a grrrreat career with Jollyes. Following exciting recent growth, we're looking for a talented individual to be a Sales Assistant in our Chichester store. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company voted Best Retailer 2024 ( by Retail Week and included in the Sunday Times ' Best Places to Work ' list. So, what's in it for you? The Benefits :At Jollyes, we're as passionate about our people as we are about our pets! We think our tail-wagging benefits package reflects our appreciation for all that our colleagues do and provides support where it's needed most. £8.18 - £12.21 per hour plus bonus potential up £1000 p.a. paid in two installments, terms and conditions apply. Financial Wellbeing Package (Stream): Access earnings early, plus savings tools and discounts. Retail Trust Membership: Counselling, wellbeing, and financial support. Colleague Discounts: Treats at 800+ retailers, plus 30% off Jollyes products and pet services. Health & Wellbeing Support: Online GP, mental health services, fitness programs, dental care, and cancer support. Workplace Pension: Legal & General scheme (EE 3%, ER 5%). Extra Time Off: Birthday, wedding, new pet days, plus buy/sell holiday options. Enhanced Family Leave: Maternity and paternity packages above statutory levels. Recognition & Rewards: Top Dog Award with extra day off and perks. Lifestyle Benefits: Cycle2Work scheme and discounted David Lloyd membership. Learning & Development for future progression into specialist or Key Holder roles, Management or Support roles - you really can have a great career with Jollyes! = Pro rata for part time colleagues What do we need from you?: Your role as a Sales Assistant will be to help your store colleagues to maximise the potential of the store by providing genuinely helpful and friendly customer service, upholding great store standards with available stock and clean and tidy presentation, and promoting responsible pet ownership. We are seeking people with a fun personality who are great at interacting with pets and people. Enjoy the challenges of a fast-paced retail workplace. Ideally, you will have experience in a similar, customer facing environment and have a hands-on approach. Most of all, you must be able to offer the highest levels of customer service and be an ambassador for the Jollyes brand, sharing our values of being: Genuine, Wise, Focused, Eager, Together. A high level of flexibility is required as our opening hours include evenings and weekends. Therefore you should be flexible to cover any shifts over 7 days. Part time, temporary (9 months) position - 20 hours per week About Jollyes Pets Jollyes are an award-winning UK pet retailer with over 100 stores and over 50 years of pet expertise between our paws. Winners of the Retail Week award for ' Best Retailer 2024 ' (under £250m t/o), and listed in the Sunday Times ' Best Places to Work ' you really can be sure you're joining a great brand and employer, trusted by our customers and our colleagues. Accredited by RestLess as an age inclusive employer we welcome applications of all ages (16+), and with our accreditation to the Pet Sustainability Coalition, we're friendly to pets people and the planet too! To Apply If you're keen to develop your career in retail and benefit from future progression as we continue to grow, you'll be warmly welcomed and your contribution truly valued. Click the 'apply' button today and join our pack as a Jollyes Sales Assistant!
Apr 16, 2026
Seasonal
Retail Sales Assistant - Jollyes Pets - Chichester. Combine your passion for pets with your job and help deliver fantastic customer service to our pet parents and build a grrrreat career with Jollyes. Following exciting recent growth, we're looking for a talented individual to be a Sales Assistant in our Chichester store. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company voted Best Retailer 2024 ( by Retail Week and included in the Sunday Times ' Best Places to Work ' list. So, what's in it for you? The Benefits :At Jollyes, we're as passionate about our people as we are about our pets! We think our tail-wagging benefits package reflects our appreciation for all that our colleagues do and provides support where it's needed most. £8.18 - £12.21 per hour plus bonus potential up £1000 p.a. paid in two installments, terms and conditions apply. Financial Wellbeing Package (Stream): Access earnings early, plus savings tools and discounts. Retail Trust Membership: Counselling, wellbeing, and financial support. Colleague Discounts: Treats at 800+ retailers, plus 30% off Jollyes products and pet services. Health & Wellbeing Support: Online GP, mental health services, fitness programs, dental care, and cancer support. Workplace Pension: Legal & General scheme (EE 3%, ER 5%). Extra Time Off: Birthday, wedding, new pet days, plus buy/sell holiday options. Enhanced Family Leave: Maternity and paternity packages above statutory levels. Recognition & Rewards: Top Dog Award with extra day off and perks. Lifestyle Benefits: Cycle2Work scheme and discounted David Lloyd membership. Learning & Development for future progression into specialist or Key Holder roles, Management or Support roles - you really can have a great career with Jollyes! = Pro rata for part time colleagues What do we need from you?: Your role as a Sales Assistant will be to help your store colleagues to maximise the potential of the store by providing genuinely helpful and friendly customer service, upholding great store standards with available stock and clean and tidy presentation, and promoting responsible pet ownership. We are seeking people with a fun personality who are great at interacting with pets and people. Enjoy the challenges of a fast-paced retail workplace. Ideally, you will have experience in a similar, customer facing environment and have a hands-on approach. Most of all, you must be able to offer the highest levels of customer service and be an ambassador for the Jollyes brand, sharing our values of being: Genuine, Wise, Focused, Eager, Together. A high level of flexibility is required as our opening hours include evenings and weekends. Therefore you should be flexible to cover any shifts over 7 days. Part time, temporary (9 months) position - 20 hours per week About Jollyes Pets Jollyes are an award-winning UK pet retailer with over 100 stores and over 50 years of pet expertise between our paws. Winners of the Retail Week award for ' Best Retailer 2024 ' (under £250m t/o), and listed in the Sunday Times ' Best Places to Work ' you really can be sure you're joining a great brand and employer, trusted by our customers and our colleagues. Accredited by RestLess as an age inclusive employer we welcome applications of all ages (16+), and with our accreditation to the Pet Sustainability Coalition, we're friendly to pets people and the planet too! To Apply If you're keen to develop your career in retail and benefit from future progression as we continue to grow, you'll be warmly welcomed and your contribution truly valued. Click the 'apply' button today and join our pack as a Jollyes Sales Assistant!
To undertake structured and role-based training across several departments within the business to gain knowledge of the Company processes and procedures whilst completing the Enshore Graduate Development Programme (Project Engineering) and Engineering focused tasks as directed by your mentors and Line Management. On successful completion of the Graduate Development Programme, the Graduate shall be assessed for promotion to Project Engineer. The post holder is required to work both on and offshore, as well as remote postings in client offices for periods of time as required by the company. Key areas of Responsibility Follow the Project Engineering Graduate programme as directed by the Company. Ensure personal compliance with all HSEQS requirements, company policies, processes and procedures. In all phases of operations, due consideration shall be given to the safety and occupational health of self and personnel, the environment and company assets. Line Managers are to ensure that all work is performed in conformance with HSEQS requirements set out by company and client and applicable statutory regulations. In accordance with the structure and governance of the Company, the position holder is to inform their Line Manager of any matters of importance regarding department or the performance of the Company. Key Tasks The following tasks may be completed both Offshore and On Shore: Complete all tasks as assigned by the relevant department head during each rotation. Complete specific objectives as directed by the Company during their rotations. Keep up to date learning logs of all tasks achieved within the Company. To provide a written record showing achievement of set competencies at the end of each rotation to line managers. Key Measurables Completion of Graduate Development Programme. Obtain a thorough knowledge of the Company. To achieve key tasks set by the department manager in each business rotation. Key Behaviours A team player, with the ability to work independently. Motivated to learn. Good organisational skills. Good written and oral communication. Ability to adapt to different departments, processes and roles. Qualifications Essential Qualifications Educated to Degree Level in a relevant Engineering Degree. Desirable Qualifications or Equivalent Experience Demonstrable Experience Specific to Role Familiar with Microsoft Packages. Ability to work with minimum supervision, using problem solving skills and initiative to provide a customer focused support service.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
To undertake structured and role-based training across several departments within the business to gain knowledge of the Company processes and procedures whilst completing the Enshore Graduate Development Programme (Project Engineering) and Engineering focused tasks as directed by your mentors and Line Management. On successful completion of the Graduate Development Programme, the Graduate shall be assessed for promotion to Project Engineer. The post holder is required to work both on and offshore, as well as remote postings in client offices for periods of time as required by the company. Key areas of Responsibility Follow the Project Engineering Graduate programme as directed by the Company. Ensure personal compliance with all HSEQS requirements, company policies, processes and procedures. In all phases of operations, due consideration shall be given to the safety and occupational health of self and personnel, the environment and company assets. Line Managers are to ensure that all work is performed in conformance with HSEQS requirements set out by company and client and applicable statutory regulations. In accordance with the structure and governance of the Company, the position holder is to inform their Line Manager of any matters of importance regarding department or the performance of the Company. Key Tasks The following tasks may be completed both Offshore and On Shore: Complete all tasks as assigned by the relevant department head during each rotation. Complete specific objectives as directed by the Company during their rotations. Keep up to date learning logs of all tasks achieved within the Company. To provide a written record showing achievement of set competencies at the end of each rotation to line managers. Key Measurables Completion of Graduate Development Programme. Obtain a thorough knowledge of the Company. To achieve key tasks set by the department manager in each business rotation. Key Behaviours A team player, with the ability to work independently. Motivated to learn. Good organisational skills. Good written and oral communication. Ability to adapt to different departments, processes and roles. Qualifications Essential Qualifications Educated to Degree Level in a relevant Engineering Degree. Desirable Qualifications or Equivalent Experience Demonstrable Experience Specific to Role Familiar with Microsoft Packages. Ability to work with minimum supervision, using problem solving skills and initiative to provide a customer focused support service.
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Posting Date: 6 Mar 2026 City: Southampton Location: Southampton, GB, SO15 2WY, Leatherhead, GB, KT22 7AJ, Chippenham, GB, SN15 1BN, Manchester, GB, M1 3LD Contract Type: Permanent Level of experience: Senior Exceptional Principal Naval Architect required to join Foreship UK, a leader in ship design and architecture consulting, to support its continued growth strategy. You will drive high quality naval architecture deliverables across complex ship design, conversion and sustainability focused projects. You will support the UK MD in shaping the strategic direction of naval architecture, as the Marine sector endeavours to innovate in a world immersed in sustainability augmentation, compliance and regulation. Based out of our Southampton (HQ), Leatherhead, Chippenham or Manchester offices, Foreship UK operates a hybrid working model, though you will be required to travel or shipboard across the UK and internationally occasionally. Responsibilities As a trusted client advisor, you will lead and deliver technicallyrigorous projects,predominantly onlarge and complex vesselsand high value conversions. This is a great opportunity for someone who values high integrity engineering across feasibility studies, concept design, model test/spec validation, decarbonisation, class & flag engagement and onboard/site support. Technical delivery - Plan, and deliver complex naval architecture projects (i.e. stability, hydrostatics/hydrodynamics and structures interfaces); produce and review calculations,drawingsand reports to class/flag and client standards. Leadership - Coordinate and manage multidisciplinary engineering teams, including drydock support and on-site supervision. Concept & conversion design - Lead feasibility and concept development for conversions and energy efficiency upgrades (e.g. battery integration, alternative fuels and next generation vessel concepts). Regulatory & class interface - Apply strong regulatory knowledge of IMO, class society rules, and emerging GHG compliance requirements to ensure design conformity and support class approval processes. Client engagement - Serve as a technical authority; translate needs into scopes, present findings, and contribute to proposals and thought leadership supporting Foreship's market presence. People &quality - Coach and review the work of junior engineers; apply internal quality procedures and ensure traceability of calculations and assumptions per company standards. Required Qualifications & Experience Degree in Naval Architecture or related discipline; Chartered Engineer (CEng) 7+ years' Naval Architecture experience across concept/basic design,conversionsor owner'sengineerroles within passenger/yacht/ferry/navalor comparable complex vessels. Strong working knowledge of class and statutory frameworks Proficiencywith naval architecture toolsets (e.g., NAPA, GHS,Maxsurf) and 2D/3D CAD (AutoCAD/Rhino). Demonstrable consultancy and client facing skills; experience of coordinating multi disciplinary inputs. Ideally project delivery experience across decarbonization and/or energy efficiency retrofits (battery/hybrid, alternative fuels, SCR, EEXI/CII strategies). Prior involvement in model testing/CFD, trials, and performance validation. Mentoring/coaching experience and participation in industry bodies/technical forums. You must be a British citizen or have the right to work in the UK without employer sponsorship. Foreship is a 100 strong international ship design and marine engineering consultancy, specialising in naval architecture, energy transition, sustainability, stability, performance optimisation and project engineering. The company leads newbuild and conversion projects, supporting a wide portfolio in the ferry, cruise, cargo, offshore and alternative fuels sectors. Since opening in 2022, Foreship UK has rapidly expanded, completing over 200 projects and contributing to major innovation initiatives across the UK Maritime sector. Acquired by RINA in 2025, Foreship continues to operate under its own brand, maintaining its expertise while complementing RINA's Marine business unit. RINA Consulting RINA is a 7,000 strong global engineering services and consulting firm, with a heritage in ship Classification, Certification and Survey. The company has since diversified, providing innovative engineering consulting services to the Marine, Defence, Energy, Oil & Gas, Power, Renewables, Transport & Infrastructure sectors. Operating out of 70 countries, RINA offers significant depth of experience across engineering disciplines to support clients, assuring complex structures are designed effectively, functionally safe and regulatory compliant. As part of our growing global team, you'll find yourself working with world-class professionals and clients. In addition, you will be rewarded with: Life Assurance 25 days leave (plus bank holidays) Option to buy more holiday Smart/hybrid Working policy Professional development, support with qualifications (i.e. Chartership) Pay for professional membershipSupport of Military Reservists - 10 additional paid days Cycle to work scheme Generous recruitment referral bonus 4 half days paid leave for STEM Ambassadors Season ticket loan At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Posting Date: 6 Mar 2026 City: Southampton Location: Southampton, GB, SO15 2WY, Leatherhead, GB, KT22 7AJ, Chippenham, GB, SN15 1BN, Manchester, GB, M1 3LD Contract Type: Permanent Level of experience: Senior Exceptional Principal Naval Architect required to join Foreship UK, a leader in ship design and architecture consulting, to support its continued growth strategy. You will drive high quality naval architecture deliverables across complex ship design, conversion and sustainability focused projects. You will support the UK MD in shaping the strategic direction of naval architecture, as the Marine sector endeavours to innovate in a world immersed in sustainability augmentation, compliance and regulation. Based out of our Southampton (HQ), Leatherhead, Chippenham or Manchester offices, Foreship UK operates a hybrid working model, though you will be required to travel or shipboard across the UK and internationally occasionally. Responsibilities As a trusted client advisor, you will lead and deliver technicallyrigorous projects,predominantly onlarge and complex vesselsand high value conversions. This is a great opportunity for someone who values high integrity engineering across feasibility studies, concept design, model test/spec validation, decarbonisation, class & flag engagement and onboard/site support. Technical delivery - Plan, and deliver complex naval architecture projects (i.e. stability, hydrostatics/hydrodynamics and structures interfaces); produce and review calculations,drawingsand reports to class/flag and client standards. Leadership - Coordinate and manage multidisciplinary engineering teams, including drydock support and on-site supervision. Concept & conversion design - Lead feasibility and concept development for conversions and energy efficiency upgrades (e.g. battery integration, alternative fuels and next generation vessel concepts). Regulatory & class interface - Apply strong regulatory knowledge of IMO, class society rules, and emerging GHG compliance requirements to ensure design conformity and support class approval processes. Client engagement - Serve as a technical authority; translate needs into scopes, present findings, and contribute to proposals and thought leadership supporting Foreship's market presence. People &quality - Coach and review the work of junior engineers; apply internal quality procedures and ensure traceability of calculations and assumptions per company standards. Required Qualifications & Experience Degree in Naval Architecture or related discipline; Chartered Engineer (CEng) 7+ years' Naval Architecture experience across concept/basic design,conversionsor owner'sengineerroles within passenger/yacht/ferry/navalor comparable complex vessels. Strong working knowledge of class and statutory frameworks Proficiencywith naval architecture toolsets (e.g., NAPA, GHS,Maxsurf) and 2D/3D CAD (AutoCAD/Rhino). Demonstrable consultancy and client facing skills; experience of coordinating multi disciplinary inputs. Ideally project delivery experience across decarbonization and/or energy efficiency retrofits (battery/hybrid, alternative fuels, SCR, EEXI/CII strategies). Prior involvement in model testing/CFD, trials, and performance validation. Mentoring/coaching experience and participation in industry bodies/technical forums. You must be a British citizen or have the right to work in the UK without employer sponsorship. Foreship is a 100 strong international ship design and marine engineering consultancy, specialising in naval architecture, energy transition, sustainability, stability, performance optimisation and project engineering. The company leads newbuild and conversion projects, supporting a wide portfolio in the ferry, cruise, cargo, offshore and alternative fuels sectors. Since opening in 2022, Foreship UK has rapidly expanded, completing over 200 projects and contributing to major innovation initiatives across the UK Maritime sector. Acquired by RINA in 2025, Foreship continues to operate under its own brand, maintaining its expertise while complementing RINA's Marine business unit. RINA Consulting RINA is a 7,000 strong global engineering services and consulting firm, with a heritage in ship Classification, Certification and Survey. The company has since diversified, providing innovative engineering consulting services to the Marine, Defence, Energy, Oil & Gas, Power, Renewables, Transport & Infrastructure sectors. Operating out of 70 countries, RINA offers significant depth of experience across engineering disciplines to support clients, assuring complex structures are designed effectively, functionally safe and regulatory compliant. As part of our growing global team, you'll find yourself working with world-class professionals and clients. In addition, you will be rewarded with: Life Assurance 25 days leave (plus bank holidays) Option to buy more holiday Smart/hybrid Working policy Professional development, support with qualifications (i.e. Chartership) Pay for professional membershipSupport of Military Reservists - 10 additional paid days Cycle to work scheme Generous recruitment referral bonus 4 half days paid leave for STEM Ambassadors Season ticket loan At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind.
Job Opportunity: Audit Senior Location: Guildford Employment Type: Permanent Sector: Audit & Assurance TPF Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a respected accountancy and business advisory practice based in Guildford to recruit an Audit Senior for their growing audit team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy and forward-thinking firm that prides itself on delivering high quality client service across a varied portfolio of businesses. The firm supports professional development and offers a collaborative, inclusive environment where your skills and ideas will be valued. About the Role You will play a key part in delivering audit engagements across a variety of client sectors. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: Leading and conducting audit fieldwork and substantive testing on client assignments Planning audit work and ensuring completion to high standards Preparing statutory financial statements from client data Identifying risks and discussing findings with managers and partners Supervising and mentoring junior team members Building and maintaining strong, professional client relationships This position offers autonomy within a supportive team, with scope to work closely with senior stakeholders and develop your technical and leadership capabilities. Requirements Who We're Looking For We are seeking candidates who: Are ACA/ACCA/CA qualified or equivalent (close to qualification will also be considered) Have solid experience in audit roles within a practice environment Have a strong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS Can work independently and take ownership of audit assignments Enjoy coaching and developing more junior colleagues Are confident engaging with clients and able to communicate clearly and professionally Benefits What's in It for You This is a rewarding role with competitive benefits, including hybrid and flexible working options, professional subscription support, birthday leave and more. You will be part of a firm that values your contribution, supports your career progression and fosters a positive working culture. For a confidential on this opportunity, or other accountancy practice opportunities, please reach out to Kourtney Luckett on , or via for a confidential conversation. Refer a Friend We're keen to remain the leading provider of top accountancy talent in the South East. To do this, we're always looking to expand our network, and we know that great candidates like you can help us connect with other brilliant professionals. If your friends, family or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and have relevant experience in accountancy or tax, we'd love to speak with them. As a thank you, for every candidate you refer who we successfully place in a permanent role, we will give you £200 in Love2Shop vouchers. (Terms & Conditions apply)
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Job Opportunity: Audit Senior Location: Guildford Employment Type: Permanent Sector: Audit & Assurance TPF Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a respected accountancy and business advisory practice based in Guildford to recruit an Audit Senior for their growing audit team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy and forward-thinking firm that prides itself on delivering high quality client service across a varied portfolio of businesses. The firm supports professional development and offers a collaborative, inclusive environment where your skills and ideas will be valued. About the Role You will play a key part in delivering audit engagements across a variety of client sectors. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: Leading and conducting audit fieldwork and substantive testing on client assignments Planning audit work and ensuring completion to high standards Preparing statutory financial statements from client data Identifying risks and discussing findings with managers and partners Supervising and mentoring junior team members Building and maintaining strong, professional client relationships This position offers autonomy within a supportive team, with scope to work closely with senior stakeholders and develop your technical and leadership capabilities. Requirements Who We're Looking For We are seeking candidates who: Are ACA/ACCA/CA qualified or equivalent (close to qualification will also be considered) Have solid experience in audit roles within a practice environment Have a strong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS Can work independently and take ownership of audit assignments Enjoy coaching and developing more junior colleagues Are confident engaging with clients and able to communicate clearly and professionally Benefits What's in It for You This is a rewarding role with competitive benefits, including hybrid and flexible working options, professional subscription support, birthday leave and more. You will be part of a firm that values your contribution, supports your career progression and fosters a positive working culture. For a confidential on this opportunity, or other accountancy practice opportunities, please reach out to Kourtney Luckett on , or via for a confidential conversation. Refer a Friend We're keen to remain the leading provider of top accountancy talent in the South East. To do this, we're always looking to expand our network, and we know that great candidates like you can help us connect with other brilliant professionals. If your friends, family or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and have relevant experience in accountancy or tax, we'd love to speak with them. As a thank you, for every candidate you refer who we successfully place in a permanent role, we will give you £200 in Love2Shop vouchers. (Terms & Conditions apply)
Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with Horwood Homewares to recruit a Finance Director on a permanent basis to be based in Avonmouth, Bristol. This is a great opportunity to join an established business with growth plans on the horizon, a wholesale supplier of cookware and kitchenware established in 1896. Reporting to the Managing Director and joining the senior leadership team, this is a highly visible role in an omnichannel business looking to grow. The Finance Director position is a blend of providing strategic direction whilst owning the finance function and remaining hands on where needed. A role that would suit an existing finance leader with exposure to a high-volume/stock-based environment looking to ensure robust financial control, commercial insight and support decision making to scale the business. An exciting role for the right person! About Horwood Homewares Horwood Homewares are a wholesale supplier of cookware and kitchenware established in 1896. They proudly manufacture and own long-standing British kitchenware brands Stellar and Judge, as well as their reusable and sustainable brand, Smidge. With over a century of expertise and experience, they know the industry inside and out, from the production line to the shop floor. Now part of a multinational group, distribution has grown to include not only most of the UK and Irish territories but also key European and global marketplaces. With products featured in major publications such as Good Housekeeping, mumsnet, The Independent through to a debut supporting role in Downton Abbey. - Kitchen Experts since 1896 - The Finance Director Role Production of monthly management accounts and associated commentary Budgeting and forecasting, cashflow management and reporting Delivery of statutory accounts and statutory reporting Oversee working capital including inventory, supply chain and treasury areas Provide key insight and analysis for decision making around pricing, margin, profitability and product/channel performance Analyse and report marketing/sales metrics within an omnichannel environment Collaborate across all function areas from sales to operations to supply chain, supporting growth initiatives whilst ensuring cost optimisation Lead and develop the finance team, innovate and drive improvements Lead on areas of process improvement, systems enhancements, automation and adoption of new processes/tools to ensure the business is efficient and ready to grow Overall management of the IT function Ensure compliance with key regulatory requirements including VAT, corporation tax and leading the audit. About you Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) Prior experience within an SME environment Exposure to related industry with high volume transactions and stock movement (retail, wholesale, manufacturing, distribution, FMCG) Blend of financial control and commercial capability Strong leadership, ability to lead and develop a team Netsuite experience desirable What's on offer Competitive salary for an SME Finance Director position Performance related bonus Company car Private Medical Insurance Enhanced Pension contributions 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Death in Service - 4x annual salary Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with Horwood Homewares to recruit a Finance Director on a permanent basis to be based in Avonmouth, Bristol. This is a great opportunity to join an established business with growth plans on the horizon, a wholesale supplier of cookware and kitchenware established in 1896. Reporting to the Managing Director and joining the senior leadership team, this is a highly visible role in an omnichannel business looking to grow. The Finance Director position is a blend of providing strategic direction whilst owning the finance function and remaining hands on where needed. A role that would suit an existing finance leader with exposure to a high-volume/stock-based environment looking to ensure robust financial control, commercial insight and support decision making to scale the business. An exciting role for the right person! About Horwood Homewares Horwood Homewares are a wholesale supplier of cookware and kitchenware established in 1896. They proudly manufacture and own long-standing British kitchenware brands Stellar and Judge, as well as their reusable and sustainable brand, Smidge. With over a century of expertise and experience, they know the industry inside and out, from the production line to the shop floor. Now part of a multinational group, distribution has grown to include not only most of the UK and Irish territories but also key European and global marketplaces. With products featured in major publications such as Good Housekeeping, mumsnet, The Independent through to a debut supporting role in Downton Abbey. - Kitchen Experts since 1896 - The Finance Director Role Production of monthly management accounts and associated commentary Budgeting and forecasting, cashflow management and reporting Delivery of statutory accounts and statutory reporting Oversee working capital including inventory, supply chain and treasury areas Provide key insight and analysis for decision making around pricing, margin, profitability and product/channel performance Analyse and report marketing/sales metrics within an omnichannel environment Collaborate across all function areas from sales to operations to supply chain, supporting growth initiatives whilst ensuring cost optimisation Lead and develop the finance team, innovate and drive improvements Lead on areas of process improvement, systems enhancements, automation and adoption of new processes/tools to ensure the business is efficient and ready to grow Overall management of the IT function Ensure compliance with key regulatory requirements including VAT, corporation tax and leading the audit. About you Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) Prior experience within an SME environment Exposure to related industry with high volume transactions and stock movement (retail, wholesale, manufacturing, distribution, FMCG) Blend of financial control and commercial capability Strong leadership, ability to lead and develop a team Netsuite experience desirable What's on offer Competitive salary for an SME Finance Director position Performance related bonus Company car Private Medical Insurance Enhanced Pension contributions 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Death in Service - 4x annual salary Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Your new company Your new company are a UK property investment and development company focused on delivering long-term value through the acquisition, development, and active management of property assets. With a strong presence in the commercial property sector, the business has particular expertise in industrial and logistics property, alongside interests in office, retail, leisure, land, and selected residential opportunities. Your new role In your new role as Financial Controller you will lead the finance function, ensuring strong financial control, accurate reporting, statutory compliance, cash flow management, and commercial support to the leadership team. The role oversees finances across a UK commercial property portfolio and supports strategic decision making through clear analysis and reporting.The role manages day to day financial activity, prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts, and ensures balance sheet reconciliations are regularly completed. It maintains financial controls, manages policies and procedures, oversees year-end statutory accounts, and works with auditors and tax advisers while ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards. You will handle property related finance, including rental income, service charges, insurance recoveries, void costs, dilapidations, and capital expenditure. It reviews asset performance, provides variance analysis, works closely with property and asset management teams, monitors lease related financial matters, and supports acquisition, disposal, refinancing, and development activities. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified with significant post qualification experience, ideally within commercial property, real estate, or a mufti entity investment environment. It requires experience of preparing management and statutory accounts, along with a strong background in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial control. Previous team management experience is preferred. The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge and a good understanding of UK commercial property finance, including rents, service charges, and landlord/tenant financial processes. It requires strong Excel and financial modelling skills and experience using accounting systems. High attention to detail, strong analytical capability, and excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to non finance stakeholders are also required. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £65,000 plus bonus, reflecting the seniority and responsibility of the role. You will also benefit from 25 days holiday, providing a strong work life balance, along with private medical cover to support your health and wellbeing. Alongside this core package, you'll be joining a business where finance has a meaningful voice, offering the opportunity to influence decisions, shape processes, and contribute directly to the performance of a diverse UK property portfolio. You will work closely with an experienced leadership team, gain exposure across the full investment and asset lifecycle, and have the chance to continue developing your expertise in a supportive and growth focused environment. 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.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on 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 16, 2026
Full time
Your new company Your new company are a UK property investment and development company focused on delivering long-term value through the acquisition, development, and active management of property assets. With a strong presence in the commercial property sector, the business has particular expertise in industrial and logistics property, alongside interests in office, retail, leisure, land, and selected residential opportunities. Your new role In your new role as Financial Controller you will lead the finance function, ensuring strong financial control, accurate reporting, statutory compliance, cash flow management, and commercial support to the leadership team. The role oversees finances across a UK commercial property portfolio and supports strategic decision making through clear analysis and reporting.The role manages day to day financial activity, prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts, and ensures balance sheet reconciliations are regularly completed. It maintains financial controls, manages policies and procedures, oversees year-end statutory accounts, and works with auditors and tax advisers while ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards. You will handle property related finance, including rental income, service charges, insurance recoveries, void costs, dilapidations, and capital expenditure. It reviews asset performance, provides variance analysis, works closely with property and asset management teams, monitors lease related financial matters, and supports acquisition, disposal, refinancing, and development activities. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified with significant post qualification experience, ideally within commercial property, real estate, or a mufti entity investment environment. It requires experience of preparing management and statutory accounts, along with a strong background in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial control. Previous team management experience is preferred. The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge and a good understanding of UK commercial property finance, including rents, service charges, and landlord/tenant financial processes. It requires strong Excel and financial modelling skills and experience using accounting systems. High attention to detail, strong analytical capability, and excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to non finance stakeholders are also required. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £65,000 plus bonus, reflecting the seniority and responsibility of the role. You will also benefit from 25 days holiday, providing a strong work life balance, along with private medical cover to support your health and wellbeing. Alongside this core package, you'll be joining a business where finance has a meaningful voice, offering the opportunity to influence decisions, shape processes, and contribute directly to the performance of a diverse UK property portfolio. You will work closely with an experienced leadership team, gain exposure across the full investment and asset lifecycle, and have the chance to continue developing your expertise in a supportive and growth focused environment. 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.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on 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
Insite Public Practice Recruitment Limited
Ely, Cambridgeshire
Tax Assistant Manager / Manager - Private Client Location: Cambridgeshire A growing professional services firm is seeking a Tax Assistant Manager or Tax Manager to join their expanding private client team. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with strong compliance and advisory experience, particularly in trusts and personal taxation , to work on a varied and interesting portfolio of clients. Key Responsibilities: Managing compliance and advisory work for private clients, including trusts, high net worth individuals, and family offices Preparing and reviewing personal tax returns, trust returns, and IHT filings Advising on Capital Gains Tax, including UK property gains Conducting Statutory Residence Test reviews for non-resident clients Working closely with partners on advisory projects and client queries Ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining high-quality standards Explaining complex tax matters to clients clearly and effectively Candidate Profile: ATT qualified (or equivalent) with CTA or QBE either completed or in progress Experience with personal tax compliance and advisory work; trust experience preferred Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills Self-motivated, able to work independently or as part of a team Confident in client-facing situations, with clear communication skills Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities Package & Benefits: Competitive salary in line with experience and qualifications Generous annual leave: 25 days + bank holidays (20 days if studying, with additional days for service) Paid professional subscriptions and study leave Tax-efficient pension scheme Health and wellbeing benefits, including counselling, legal advice, Health Shield cash plan, flu vaccinations, and income protection Flexible working encouraged Enhanced maternity and sick pay policies Opportunities for CPD, training, and career progression Team social events, fundraising, and inter-office activities This role is ideal for a tax professional looking to deepen their experience in private client tax, particularly trusts, and to progress within a supportive, expanding team.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Tax Assistant Manager / Manager - Private Client Location: Cambridgeshire A growing professional services firm is seeking a Tax Assistant Manager or Tax Manager to join their expanding private client team. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with strong compliance and advisory experience, particularly in trusts and personal taxation , to work on a varied and interesting portfolio of clients. Key Responsibilities: Managing compliance and advisory work for private clients, including trusts, high net worth individuals, and family offices Preparing and reviewing personal tax returns, trust returns, and IHT filings Advising on Capital Gains Tax, including UK property gains Conducting Statutory Residence Test reviews for non-resident clients Working closely with partners on advisory projects and client queries Ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining high-quality standards Explaining complex tax matters to clients clearly and effectively Candidate Profile: ATT qualified (or equivalent) with CTA or QBE either completed or in progress Experience with personal tax compliance and advisory work; trust experience preferred Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills Self-motivated, able to work independently or as part of a team Confident in client-facing situations, with clear communication skills Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities Package & Benefits: Competitive salary in line with experience and qualifications Generous annual leave: 25 days + bank holidays (20 days if studying, with additional days for service) Paid professional subscriptions and study leave Tax-efficient pension scheme Health and wellbeing benefits, including counselling, legal advice, Health Shield cash plan, flu vaccinations, and income protection Flexible working encouraged Enhanced maternity and sick pay policies Opportunities for CPD, training, and career progression Team social events, fundraising, and inter-office activities This role is ideal for a tax professional looking to deepen their experience in private client tax, particularly trusts, and to progress within a supportive, expanding team.
Management Accountant 12 month FTC Dartford - on site £45k - £50k DOE Are you an experienced Management Accountant looking for a role where you can make a real impact? We're supporting our client in recruiting a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional to join their growing UK team. In this hands-on position, you will play a vital part in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting operational teams, and driving continuous improvements in financial controls. You'll take ownership of month-end processes, produce high-quality management information, and support statutory audit requirements. Key Responsibilities: Manage the full month-end accounting process for assigned entities, ensuring accuracy and timely submission. Prepare management accounts, financial statements, budgets, forecasts, variances, and commentary. Support annual statutory audits, including preparing lead schedules and statutory financial statements. Conduct balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and intercompany reconciliations. Complete VAT returns, corporation tax calculations, and other regulatory submissions. Oversee payroll reconciliations and prepare annual P11D information. Identify opportunities for improved financial control and proactively resolve aged items. Provide financial support to operational teams and contribute to process improvements. Ideal Candidate: Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACCA / ICAEW / CIMA) Strong technical accounting knowledge. Understanding of UK finance regulations and legislation. Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills. Strong organisation and time-management skills. Proactive, forward-thinking, with the ability to use initiative. Advanced Excel skills.
Apr 16, 2026
Contractor
Management Accountant 12 month FTC Dartford - on site £45k - £50k DOE Are you an experienced Management Accountant looking for a role where you can make a real impact? We're supporting our client in recruiting a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional to join their growing UK team. In this hands-on position, you will play a vital part in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting operational teams, and driving continuous improvements in financial controls. You'll take ownership of month-end processes, produce high-quality management information, and support statutory audit requirements. Key Responsibilities: Manage the full month-end accounting process for assigned entities, ensuring accuracy and timely submission. Prepare management accounts, financial statements, budgets, forecasts, variances, and commentary. Support annual statutory audits, including preparing lead schedules and statutory financial statements. Conduct balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and intercompany reconciliations. Complete VAT returns, corporation tax calculations, and other regulatory submissions. Oversee payroll reconciliations and prepare annual P11D information. Identify opportunities for improved financial control and proactively resolve aged items. Provide financial support to operational teams and contribute to process improvements. Ideal Candidate: Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACCA / ICAEW / CIMA) Strong technical accounting knowledge. Understanding of UK finance regulations and legislation. Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills. Strong organisation and time-management skills. Proactive, forward-thinking, with the ability to use initiative. Advanced Excel skills.
Group Financial Controller - Up to £85,000 plus bonus & benefits - Kent/on-site working My client, a consultancy company based in Kent, is looking to recruit a Group Financial Controller. Beyond strong financial control, the role is expected to act as a commercial partner to the business, helping leaders understand not just what the numbers are, but what they mean, why they matter, and what actions should follow. You will constructively challenge proposals and performance, actively driving opportunities to improve profitability and returns, rather than simply reporting outcomes. Key responsibilities: Lead the preparation of Group statutory accounts, including consolidation of the six trading subsidiaries. Ensure consistent accounting policies, controls and disciplines are applied across the Group. Manage the Group audit process and relationships with external auditors. Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards, company law and AIM-related reporting requirements. Produce high-quality consolidated management accounts, KPIs and Board packs. Lead Group-wide budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management. Act as a trusted commercial partner to the CEO and senior leadership team. Ensure finance systems and data structures support multi-dimensional reporting across Group, markets and brands/products. Key skills: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA or equivalent). Proven experience in Group reporting and consolidation. Proven ability to design and deliver meaningful management and profitability Board-level reporting. Demonstrable commercial acumen and ability to translate numbers into insight and action. Advanced Excel skills and experience working in a digital, paperless environment. Experience managing audits, external advisers and financial systems in a regulated, listed or similarly governed environment. Broadstone Resourcing Ltd acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business and all appointments will be made on merit alone.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Group Financial Controller - Up to £85,000 plus bonus & benefits - Kent/on-site working My client, a consultancy company based in Kent, is looking to recruit a Group Financial Controller. Beyond strong financial control, the role is expected to act as a commercial partner to the business, helping leaders understand not just what the numbers are, but what they mean, why they matter, and what actions should follow. You will constructively challenge proposals and performance, actively driving opportunities to improve profitability and returns, rather than simply reporting outcomes. Key responsibilities: Lead the preparation of Group statutory accounts, including consolidation of the six trading subsidiaries. Ensure consistent accounting policies, controls and disciplines are applied across the Group. Manage the Group audit process and relationships with external auditors. Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards, company law and AIM-related reporting requirements. Produce high-quality consolidated management accounts, KPIs and Board packs. Lead Group-wide budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management. Act as a trusted commercial partner to the CEO and senior leadership team. Ensure finance systems and data structures support multi-dimensional reporting across Group, markets and brands/products. Key skills: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA or equivalent). Proven experience in Group reporting and consolidation. Proven ability to design and deliver meaningful management and profitability Board-level reporting. Demonstrable commercial acumen and ability to translate numbers into insight and action. Advanced Excel skills and experience working in a digital, paperless environment. Experience managing audits, external advisers and financial systems in a regulated, listed or similarly governed environment. Broadstone Resourcing Ltd acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business and all appointments will be made on merit alone.
Job Title: Financial Assessment Manager Location: Ealing, West London (W5 2HL), Hybrid Working - 2 days office / 3 days remote Hourly rate £28.60 - £32.03 PAYE / £38.19 - £42.84 Umbrella per hour (depending on experience) Contract Length: 3 -month contract (possibility of extension) Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday - Friday, 35 hours ASAP Start About the Role We are seeking an experienced Financial Assessment Manager to lead and develop a large, specialist team responsible for delivering high-quality financial assessments across the council. This includes Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction, Local Welfare Assistance and wider financial assessment functions. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for service delivery, compliance with complex legislation, performance management and continuous improvement. You will work closely with internal and external partners to ensure accurate assessments, protect council funds and support residents-particularly vulnerable customers. The role operates on a career grade (12-14), dependent on skills, experience and the level of strategic responsibility undertaken. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage Financial Assessment teams, ensuring accurate and timely assessments in line with legislative, subsidy and financial requirements Drive service improvement by testing and implementing new systems, processes and digital solutions Monitor performance, quality, budgets and risk, implementing corrective actions where required Manage complex financial assessment cases, enquiries and complaints, including Ombudsman, MPs and stakeholder correspondence Interpret and apply complex government legislation, ensuring policies and procedures remain legally compliant Lead on innovation, projects and welfare reform mitigation in partnership with ICT, Finance and other services Compile and submit management information, government returns and statutory reports Build effective relationships with stakeholders including DWP, DLUHC, GLA, tribunals, agents and voluntary organisations Deputise for the Head of Service as required, representing the council at senior meetings, tribunals and court where appropriate About You You will be an experienced manager within a Financial Assessment or Welfare Benefits environment , bringing strong leadership skills and in-depth legislative knowledge. Essential criteria include: Significant experience managing staff in a Financial Assessment / Welfare Benefits service Expert knowledge of relevant legislation and case law (e.g. Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction, Local Welfare or Adult Financial Assessments) Proven ability to manage performance, budgets and service risk Experience of leading change, reviewing policies and improving processes Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex matters clearly to a wide range of audiences Confidence representing the organisation with senior stakeholders and external bodies Management experience in a comparable Financial Assessment environment At higher career grades, you will also demonstrate experience in strategic leadership, project management, data analysis and representing the council at court or tribunals. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser
Apr 16, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Financial Assessment Manager Location: Ealing, West London (W5 2HL), Hybrid Working - 2 days office / 3 days remote Hourly rate £28.60 - £32.03 PAYE / £38.19 - £42.84 Umbrella per hour (depending on experience) Contract Length: 3 -month contract (possibility of extension) Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday - Friday, 35 hours ASAP Start About the Role We are seeking an experienced Financial Assessment Manager to lead and develop a large, specialist team responsible for delivering high-quality financial assessments across the council. This includes Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction, Local Welfare Assistance and wider financial assessment functions. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for service delivery, compliance with complex legislation, performance management and continuous improvement. You will work closely with internal and external partners to ensure accurate assessments, protect council funds and support residents-particularly vulnerable customers. The role operates on a career grade (12-14), dependent on skills, experience and the level of strategic responsibility undertaken. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage Financial Assessment teams, ensuring accurate and timely assessments in line with legislative, subsidy and financial requirements Drive service improvement by testing and implementing new systems, processes and digital solutions Monitor performance, quality, budgets and risk, implementing corrective actions where required Manage complex financial assessment cases, enquiries and complaints, including Ombudsman, MPs and stakeholder correspondence Interpret and apply complex government legislation, ensuring policies and procedures remain legally compliant Lead on innovation, projects and welfare reform mitigation in partnership with ICT, Finance and other services Compile and submit management information, government returns and statutory reports Build effective relationships with stakeholders including DWP, DLUHC, GLA, tribunals, agents and voluntary organisations Deputise for the Head of Service as required, representing the council at senior meetings, tribunals and court where appropriate About You You will be an experienced manager within a Financial Assessment or Welfare Benefits environment , bringing strong leadership skills and in-depth legislative knowledge. Essential criteria include: Significant experience managing staff in a Financial Assessment / Welfare Benefits service Expert knowledge of relevant legislation and case law (e.g. Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction, Local Welfare or Adult Financial Assessments) Proven ability to manage performance, budgets and service risk Experience of leading change, reviewing policies and improving processes Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex matters clearly to a wide range of audiences Confidence representing the organisation with senior stakeholders and external bodies Management experience in a comparable Financial Assessment environment At higher career grades, you will also demonstrate experience in strategic leadership, project management, data analysis and representing the council at court or tribunals. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser
Head of Geography - Brent - September 2026 Are you an Outstanding Head of Geography, looking for a new Head of Geography position? Perhaps you're already 2iC or KS Coordinator, looking to step up into your first HOD role? In either case, this 'Good' graded Secondary School in Brent want to hear from you. The school has gone through a period of positive change in the past two years, resulting in a better Ofsted inspection, greater staff retention and increased career development opportunities. The Senior Leadership Team are looking for an exceptional practitioner to lead the Geography department. You will be tasked with raising standards of attainment and achievement, monitoring pupil progress, formulating the faculty improvement plan and leading the development of Geography and it's delivery. Moreover, you will be an excellent Geography Teacher that leads by example, serving as an exceptional role model for high quality teaching and learning. Ideally you will have completed some NPQs and be ready to step into this role in September, although they are not essential. Again, you will ideally have KS5 experience but an exceptional Geography Teacher for 11-16 is urged to apply. Please read the full details of this Head of Geography position before applying today. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 24hrs to discuss the role & school in further detail before progressing further. JOB SPEC - Head of Geography Head of Geography Developing and leading the Geography department, pushing for greater attainment Flexibility over your timetabling, as well as ample release time Form Tutor with pastoral responsibilities Full time, permanent position for September 2026 Inner London, MPS/UPS + TLR 2C CANDIDATE SPEC - Head of Geography UK QTS Experience teaching in UK Inner City Schools beneficial Proven success in raising attainment across the board Keen interest in utilising ICT Experience of embedding strategies for Assessment for Learning Prior middle leadership experience i.e 2iC, KS Coordinator or current HOD desirable. Strong academic background desired. SCHOOL INFORMATION - Head of Geography 'Good' graded Secondary School On an exciting journey towards becoming an exceptional school Strong SLT with a proven track record of working in brilliant schools Good staff retention rates since the new SLT took over in the past two years Wide range of students, slightly above average PP. Generally good behaviour, but you will need to be a strong classroom practitioner Excellent CPD and career progression Large school campus with parking, based in Brent, NW London Brilliant sports and outdoor facilities Good rail links nearby Appy to this Head of Geography role today. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, typically within 24hrs for a confidential discussion before progressing to interview. Head of Geography - Brent - September 2026 INDT
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Head of Geography - Brent - September 2026 Are you an Outstanding Head of Geography, looking for a new Head of Geography position? Perhaps you're already 2iC or KS Coordinator, looking to step up into your first HOD role? In either case, this 'Good' graded Secondary School in Brent want to hear from you. The school has gone through a period of positive change in the past two years, resulting in a better Ofsted inspection, greater staff retention and increased career development opportunities. The Senior Leadership Team are looking for an exceptional practitioner to lead the Geography department. You will be tasked with raising standards of attainment and achievement, monitoring pupil progress, formulating the faculty improvement plan and leading the development of Geography and it's delivery. Moreover, you will be an excellent Geography Teacher that leads by example, serving as an exceptional role model for high quality teaching and learning. Ideally you will have completed some NPQs and be ready to step into this role in September, although they are not essential. Again, you will ideally have KS5 experience but an exceptional Geography Teacher for 11-16 is urged to apply. Please read the full details of this Head of Geography position before applying today. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 24hrs to discuss the role & school in further detail before progressing further. JOB SPEC - Head of Geography Head of Geography Developing and leading the Geography department, pushing for greater attainment Flexibility over your timetabling, as well as ample release time Form Tutor with pastoral responsibilities Full time, permanent position for September 2026 Inner London, MPS/UPS + TLR 2C CANDIDATE SPEC - Head of Geography UK QTS Experience teaching in UK Inner City Schools beneficial Proven success in raising attainment across the board Keen interest in utilising ICT Experience of embedding strategies for Assessment for Learning Prior middle leadership experience i.e 2iC, KS Coordinator or current HOD desirable. Strong academic background desired. SCHOOL INFORMATION - Head of Geography 'Good' graded Secondary School On an exciting journey towards becoming an exceptional school Strong SLT with a proven track record of working in brilliant schools Good staff retention rates since the new SLT took over in the past two years Wide range of students, slightly above average PP. Generally good behaviour, but you will need to be a strong classroom practitioner Excellent CPD and career progression Large school campus with parking, based in Brent, NW London Brilliant sports and outdoor facilities Good rail links nearby Appy to this Head of Geography role today. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, typically within 24hrs for a confidential discussion before progressing to interview. Head of Geography - Brent - September 2026 INDT
