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Income Collection Assistant Location: Civic Centre, Walsall, WS1 1DA Pay Rate: 14.82 - 15.31 per hour PAYE depending on experience Contract: Temporary basis, 3-6 months, with potential to extend Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday 3 positions available About the Role Opus People Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of our Client, Walsall Council, for Income Collection Assistants to join a busy and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced credit control or debt recovery professionals to support the collection of outstanding income while delivering a professional and customer-focused service. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of debt cases and using a range of recovery methods to maximise income collection. Key Responsibilities Recover outstanding income owed to the Council through effective credit control and debt recovery activities Contact customers via telephone, email, and written correspondence to secure payment Arrange repayment plans and provide advice on suitable payment options Refer debts to external collection agencies where appropriate Assess customer circumstances and signpost to support services where required Maintain accurate case records and update internal systems Process financial transactions including invoices, credit notes, and write-offs Monitor cases and escalate where legal action may be required Working Arrangements Standard hours: 8:45am - 5:15pm (1-hour unpaid break). Flexible hours are open for consideration. Take part in a weekly rota to cover service hours (latest finish 5:15pm) Full-time onsite during training Hybrid working available following training (3 days onsite per week) About You We are looking for candidates who: Have previous experience in credit control and debt recovery Are confident making outbound calls and negotiating payments Demonstrate strong communication skills and professionalism Are organised, target-driven, and detail-focused Can work both independently and as part of a team Why Apply Hybrid working after training Immediate opportunity Experience within a local authority environment Potential for contract extension

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to your local community? We're recruiting on behalf of our client in Medway for a proactive and motivated individual to join their high-performing Corporate Debt Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your career within a supportive environment, offering job security, hybrid working, and the chance to develop valuable financial and customer service skills. What you'll be doing: Taking a key role in recovering outstanding debts owed to the Council, including Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefit overpayments, and sundry debt. Managing arrears cases from the Liability Order stage, using your judgement to determine the most effective recovery action. Working closely with residents to agree realistic and sustainable repayment plans. Handling customer enquiries confidently via phone, email, and face-to-face interactions. Identifying vulnerable residents and ensuring they are referred to the right support services. Supporting the Council's income collection targets while helping reduce overall debt levels. Meeting residents, both virtually and in person, to provide practical support and guidance. Attending Liability Order court hearings and dealing with related enquiries. Monitoring accounts and making informed decisions on the next steps in the recovery process. What we're looking for: Experience within financial services or a similar environment Strong communication and interpersonal skills Good IT and administrative abilities High levels of accuracy and attention to detail A proactive, organised approach with the confidence to make decisions If you're someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, thrives on problem-solving, and is passionate about delivering excellent customer service, this role offers a great opportunity to make an impact while developing your career. Apply today and join a team that makes a difference in your local community! Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Corporate Debt Officer - Local Authority (Hybrid Working) A local authority is seeking a proactive and detail-focused Corporate Debt Officer to support the effective administration, recovery, and management of a range of corporate debts. This includes Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefit Overpayments, Sundry Debt, and other miscellaneous debt accounts. The successful candidate will ensure all recovery activity is delivered efficiently and in line with relevant legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures, while maintaining a high standard of customer service and stakeholder engagement. Key Responsibilities of the Corporate Debt Officer: Manage and recover a variety of corporate debt streams including Council Tax, Business Rates, and Sundry Debt Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and internal policies Liaise with internal departments, external stakeholders, and customers in a professional manner Support the delivery of the organisation's values through effective communication and service Participate in customer contact activity, including telephone handling and occasional court-related duties where required. Working Arrangements Hybrid working model (office-based and remote working) Fridays working from home Initial training delivered in the office (Monday-Thursday) with a blended approach thereafter Increased home working available following successful skills assessment Working hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm (core availability required. Training & Development for the Corporate Debt Officer role: Structured onboarding with buddy support from experienced colleagues Combination of office-based and remote training delivery Clear target setting at 12 and 20 weeks Manager-led support throughout probation and training period 6-month probationary period. Additional Information All equipment provided (laptop, second screen, headset, keyboard, mouse etc.) Part of a customer service ring group handling inbound queries Internal team communication tools used for operational updates Occasional court attendance duties with support provided Limited on-site parking available, with additional free parking nearby. Benefits 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays Additional wellbeing day (birthday leave) Eye care vouchers Employee Assistance Programme Staff discount scheme Flexi-time available post-probation (subject to performance and targets) Support for medical appointments where required. About the Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and structured team within a local authority environment, offering strong training, development, and progression opportunities within a key public service function. If you are interested in this position, please apply online and a member of the team will give you a call or call Rebecca in the London office on (phone number removed). Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Come and join us as a customer focused and results driven Finance Administrator and be part of a hugely successful and friendly team.The Role: As our Finance Administrator for the Margin Support team, you'll work closely with colleagues and suppliers to identify, track, report and resolve the root-cause issues relating to supplier non-compliance for the contract claim recovery process, whilst reducing missed opportunity. At City Plumbing, we have a long history of providing our Finance Administrators with funding and incentives to complete their Finance qualifications, with countless examples of Finance Administrators progressing into more Senior roles within our Finance team.This could be YOU!Key Responsibilities Managing a set of suppliers to ensure full recovery of debt is cleared within SLA deadlines.Updating a tracker to ensure status is up-to-date and responsibility for actions are clearly logged.Investigating Supplier queries and discrepancies in a timely manner.Reconciling supplier accounts using our debt provisioning and liaising with suppliers regularly via meetings.Working with business partners to ensure that information is available for an efficient disputed claim resolution.Recovery of Debt relating to Contract Support.Liaising with purchase ledger to check funds available on supplier accounts prior to raising internal debit note deductions - supporting company cash flow.Supporting colleagues and escalating any outstanding issues to ensure an acceptable outcome.Suggesting system and process improvements that adapt to meet business needs.Input data into the primary books of account and perform account reconciliations as required.Responsible for Month End Process and reconciliations.This is a hybrid-based opportunity with true flexibility to work from home, but you should be within commutable distance of our newly refurbished offices in Crick, NorthamptonshireYou: You'll live and breathe our Customer First ethos, with an innovative and agile approach to problem-solving. You'll enjoy working collaboratively with the wider Finance team and you'll thrive on delivering excellent support to the wider team.Skills and competencies Confident with Excel or Google sheets and analysing data. Team player with a "can do, will do" attitude.Great communication skills, both written and verbal.Organised with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.The ability to multitask, prioritise and work under pressure.It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Accounts Assistant, Finance Administrator, Finance Graduate, Finance Assistant, Finance Executive, Payroll Assistant, Cash & Banking Assistant, Margin Support Assistant, AAT, CIMA, ACCA, ACA.Us: From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.

junior Paralegal - Commercial Litigation & Debt Recovery OLDHAM Career Progression Training & Development Looking to kick-start your legal career in litigation? We're working with a specialist commercial litigation firm in Wigan that is growing its team and looking for an ambitious junior paralegal to join them. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in commercial litigation and debt recovery , with clear progression routes for those looking to develop and qualify. What you'll be doing: Supporting fee earners on a busy caseload of litigation and debt recovery matters Drafting legal documents and client correspondence Conducting legal research Managing files and keeping cases running smoothly Liaising with clients, courts, and third parties What they're looking for: Some legal experience (paralegal, legal assistant, or work placement) preferred Law Degree Strong interest in litigation Organised, detail-focused, and proactive Keen to learn and progress your legal career What's in it for you: Clear progression pathway with support to qualify Hands-on experience in a specialist litigation firm Supportive and collaborative team Real opportunity to build a long-term legal career If you're driven, eager to learn, and want to build your career in litigation-this could be the perfect next step.

Accounts Assistant Manager Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Working Arrangements: Full Time Hybrid Location: Ely Role Description I'm working with a highly regarded and proudly independent accountancy practice looking to add an Assistant Manager to their General Practice team. You'll manage a varied portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality compliance and advisory services to high-net-worth individuals, SME directors and trustees, while also supporting and developing junior staff. What's in it for you? 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Ongoing training, leadership development and CPD Flexible working arrangements Enhanced Maternity Pay Income protection & life assurance Paid study leave & professional subscriptions Enhanced sick pay Salary sacrifice pension Regular team socials and fundraising events Free Parking What you'll do Manage a portfolio of clients, delivering accounting, tax and advisory services Prepare and review corporate and personal tax returns Oversee VAT returns and provide client advice Deliver budgeting, forecasting and financial insights Review accounts to draft stage and ensure quality output Manage billing, budgets and assist with debt recovery Build strong client relationships and identify new opportunities Support business development and networking activities Review payroll and company secretarial work Mentor and review work of junior staff What you'll need ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) Strong UK practice experience managing a client portfolio Good knowledge of accounting, tax and VAT Experience reviewing work and mentoring junior staff Ready to apply? If you're looking for a step into a management role within a supportive and growing firm, apply with your CV or contact Harry Watson at AJ Chambers for more information.

Location: Lenton, Nottingham Salary: 28,000 - 29,000 DOE Type: Permanent Fully Onsite Astute Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a well-established business based in the Lenton area of Nottingham, who are seeking an experienced standalone Credit Controller to take full ownership of their credit control function. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and proactive Credit Controller who enjoys working independently and taking responsibility for the full B2B credit control process within a busy, fast-paced environment. The Role: As the sole Credit Controller within the business, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debt and maintaining strong customer relationships across a B2B ledger. Key responsibilities include: Full ownership of B2B credit control processes Proactively chasing overdue debt via phone, email, and written communication Managing and maintaining aged debt reports Allocating payments and reconciling customer accounts Resolving invoice queries and disputes efficiently Liaising with internal departments to resolve billing issues Building strong relationships with key business customers Supporting cash flow through effective debt recovery strategies Regular reporting on debtor performance You will ideally have: Previous experience in B2B credit control (essential) Strong communication and negotiation skills Ability to manage a high-volume ledger independently Experience handling aged debt and account reconciliation Good attention to detail and strong numerical ability Confident telephone manner when chasing payments Ability to work fully onsite in a standalone role About You: We are looking for a confident Credit Controller who can work independently and manage their own workload effectively. Other roles you may have applied for: Accounts Receivable Clerk, Sales Ledger Clerk, Accounts Assistant, Billing / Invoicing Administrator.