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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 Our Shared Service Centre team (SSC) provides essential support to a number of teams across our firm. As well as assisting on large-scale operations, beyond the capacity of a core specialist team, they provide the unparalleled expertise we need to keep moving forward. As part of this friendly department, you'll have the chance to work on exciting projects and develop your skillset. There's real opportunity, making it a great chance to use industry knowledge and experience to solve problems in your next career step, or it can be a place to learn if you're just starting out. If you want to work on important projects and explore your potential, we'll give you the friendly, supportive working environment to go far. 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 pro-actively 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. The firm is looking to recruit a Learning and Development Administrator to support BDO's Shared Service centre (SSC). This team is one of several Hubs within BDO's rapidly growing SSC. SSC team members work internally within the business providing support to the external facing members of BDO. To provide support for the overall PQ (Professional Qualifications) Group service delivery, to ensure the needs of internal customers and SLAs are met. To develop as a subject matter expert for L&D administration and represent industry best practice. Working closely with the Professional Qualifications and SSC L&D Team to manage central administration and enable the analysis of the learning offering. This role reports into the Learning and Development Team Leader. You'll be someone with: Experience of working with learning management systems Experience of working with external vendors and managing billing, invoicing and service level agreements Excellent IT / Excel skills Strong stakeholder engagement and experience of collaborative working in a Centre of Excellence Model preferable Experience of learning analytics and interpretation of data to produce meaningful reports and information Some stakeholder management skills demonstrating appropriate levels of gravitas and credibility 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.

JOB TITLE: Temporary Executive Assistant - Immediate Start LOCATION: Taunton, Somerset HOURLY RATE: up to £18.00 per hour HOURS: Full-time, Monday - Friday BENEFITS: We'd love for you to join us! Some of the fantastic perks of temping through Office Angels include: Weekly pay Access to Boost - our exclusive platform offering discounts at hundreds of retailers, a wellbeing hub with recipes, an exercise zone, and a mindfulness area full of blogs and videos Temporary Candidate of the Month award Temporary candidate lunches and treats Easy-to-use online timesheets A dedicated consultant on hand to support you throughout your assignment We are delighted to be working with a dynamic, forward-thinking local business with exciting growth plans. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant to join a busy and supportive office and play a pivotal role in day-to-day operations. If you're looking to be part of an expanding organisation that genuinely values its people, offers development opportunities, and promotes a positive working environment and strong company culture, this could be the role for you. This is a temporary position starting immediately for a minimum of 3-4 months, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. You must be available immediately and able to commit to the full duration of the assignment. There may be very occasional travel to London, which would be planned in advance. The successful candidate will have previous PA/EA experience and strong, confident minute-taking skills. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: Proactive diary management Arranging and coordinating internal and external meetings Acting as the main point of contact, effectively filtering calls, emails, and requests Preparing agendas, meeting packs, minutes, and action points Drafting professional emails and documents Booking travel and accommodation KEY SKILLS: Proven experience in a PA or EA role Strong professional written communication skills Confident verbal communication with stakeholders at all levels Excellent listening and accurate message-taking abilities High attention to detail with strong organisational skills NEXT STEPS: This role is starting immediately so please don't delay in applying for this role. You can apply online or by emailing your CV directly to . Alternatively, you can call Nicole on . Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Accounts Assistant Elstree Full-time Permanent 27,000 - 32,000 Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm (office-based) We are working with a rapidly expanding automotive dealer group representing a portfolio of well-known brands across the South East. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their centralised finance hub in Elstree. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, multi-site business that offers stability, development, and long-term career prospects. The Role Reporting to a Regional Accountant, you will support the day-to-day finance operations: Payments & Banking Reviewing and processing payment requests Uploading payments to online banking systems for approval Ensuring accurate allocations within internal systems Liaising with multiple sites to resolve queries Cash & Bank Monitoring bank receipts and confirming cleared funds Processing daily bank transactions Managing petty cash Accounts Duties Credit control and chasing outstanding balances Purchase ledger processing Supplier statement reconciliations Daily PDQ reconciliation and posting Company credit card reconciliations Additional Support Assisting wider finance teams as required Supporting strong financial controls and processes Ad hoc finance and administrative duties About You Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or Purchase Ledger role High attention to detail and strong numerical skills Confident communicator with a team-focused approach Well organised with a proactive mindset Automotive experience beneficial but not essential Kerridge experience advantageous Studying towards (or interested in) an accounting qualification What's on Offer 27,000 - 32,000 depending on experience Stable, office-based role with consistent hours (no weekends) Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious organisation Supportive team environment with progression opportunities If you're looking to develop your finance career within a fast-paced and expanding business, apply today for immediate consideration.

Job Title: Operations Manager - Training & Client Delivery Location: Winnersh Salary: 43,000 - 46,000 per annum, depending on experience Job Type: Full-time, Permanent About us: Media First was formed 40 years ago. Initially, we specialised in media training before evolving to help our clients with their wider communications, management and leadership challenges. Our company is growing. We currently work with 40 of the FTSE 100 and have just moved into state-of-the-art TV and radio studios in Winnersh. The Role: This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of how our training is delivered-ensuring every course, client interaction, and studio session runs seamlessly. We're looking for an experienced Operations Manager to lead our small but busy operations team and oversee the day-to-day delivery of our training programmes. You'll play a central role in the business, supporting account managers, trainers, and clients while making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. You'll also be a key presence in our training studios-helping to create a professional, organised, and high-quality experience for clients on the day. This is a hands-on position at the heart of the business. You'll take responsibility for planning, coordinating, and delivering multiple training projects-ensuring nothing is missed and everything runs to schedule. You'll be someone who cares about the detail and takes pride in delivering an exceptional experience for every client. Key responsibilities include: Coordinating and scheduling multiple training projects without clashes Managing studio bookings, trainers, and client logistics Overseeing client communications, contracts, and delivery timelines Supporting account managers to ensure a seamless, high-quality client experience Acting as the main point of contact during training days in our studios Managing and supporting a small operations team Using Office 365 tools (Teams, SharePoint, Outlook) to manage workflows and keep teams aligned Identifying opportunities to improve processes and ways of working About you: You'll need to be confident managing priorities, making decisions, and staying calm under pressure. This is a role for someone who enjoys responsibility and takes pride in delivering consistently high standards. You're organised, approachable, and enjoy making things run smoothly. You're comfortable leading others, solving problems, and building strong relationships across a business. You also understand the importance of delivering exceptional customer service and creating a positive, professional experience for clients at every touchpoint. You'll be confident using technology in your day-to-day work and comfortable navigating Office 365 tools to keep everything running smoothly. We're looking for someone with: Experience in operations, project coordination, or service delivery Experience managing or supporting a small team Strong organisational and scheduling skills The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills A proactive, solutions-focused approach to problem solving High attention to detail and a commitment to quality Strong IT confidence, including regular use of Office 365 tools (Teams, SharePoint, Outlook) Desirable (but not essential): Experience working in training, events, or similar delivery-focused environments Experience using CRM systems such as Microsoft Dynamics or HubSpot What We Offer: Competitive salary ( 43,000 - 46,000 depending on experience) Pension scheme 23 days' annual leave, rising to 25 Opportunity to work with high-profile, global brands A fast-paced, varied role in a growing business A supportive, friendly team environment Hybrid working (up to two days from home after probation) As the business grows, this role will play an important part in shaping how our operations function develops-giving you the opportunity to influence processes and make a real impact. To apply for the role please click APPLY to submit your CV and Covering Letter. Candidates with experience of; Operations Manager, Office Manager, Business Support Manager, Operations Project Coordinator, Operations Coordinator, Executive Assistant, or Team Leader may also be considered for this role.