Looking for a newly created, standalone HR Manager role offering variety, autonomy and a huge reward factor from being able to develop new processes, initiatives and really make the role your own? In this pivotal role, you'll be HR Manager in a small, but growing business - with the goal of ensuring smooth HR operations as well as working closely with the owners on new HR ideas (which are encouraged). Excitingly, there are many projects to get off the ground as well as managing day-to-day HR queries, areas of responsibility will include: Employee onboarding and preboarding Management of HR activities and ensuring compliance to legislation and internal policies and procedures HR System - administration and maintenance Employee relations including performance management Internal HR/company-wide communication sessions Wellbeing initiatives HR reporting Payroll coordination (not processing - preparation only Part of the Senior Leadership Team with active contribution in meetings We're looking for a proactive problem-solver, who is an organised, forward-thinking HR professional as well being a self-starter that can work collaboratively with Directors to set and achieve combined goals. As this is a standalone role, we are looking for someone who is happy to cover all levels of HR from the senior more strategic work, to the admin - and then everything in between. Ideally, the successful candidate will be CIPD qualified and used to working at senior HR advisor/generalist or Manager level. Experience of using BrightHR would be useful but not essential. This is a great opportunity to join at a really exciting point of growth for the business! Apply now or contact me for a confidential conversation. Location: Braintree (with 1 day per week from home) Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm (potential of 4 days per week also considered) Salary: Negotiable + bonus (company performance dependent) + annual pay reviews + good benefits EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.
Jul 29, 2026
Full time
Looking for a newly created, standalone HR Manager role offering variety, autonomy and a huge reward factor from being able to develop new processes, initiatives and really make the role your own? In this pivotal role, you'll be HR Manager in a small, but growing business - with the goal of ensuring smooth HR operations as well as working closely with the owners on new HR ideas (which are encouraged). Excitingly, there are many projects to get off the ground as well as managing day-to-day HR queries, areas of responsibility will include: Employee onboarding and preboarding Management of HR activities and ensuring compliance to legislation and internal policies and procedures HR System - administration and maintenance Employee relations including performance management Internal HR/company-wide communication sessions Wellbeing initiatives HR reporting Payroll coordination (not processing - preparation only Part of the Senior Leadership Team with active contribution in meetings We're looking for a proactive problem-solver, who is an organised, forward-thinking HR professional as well being a self-starter that can work collaboratively with Directors to set and achieve combined goals. As this is a standalone role, we are looking for someone who is happy to cover all levels of HR from the senior more strategic work, to the admin - and then everything in between. Ideally, the successful candidate will be CIPD qualified and used to working at senior HR advisor/generalist or Manager level. Experience of using BrightHR would be useful but not essential. This is a great opportunity to join at a really exciting point of growth for the business! Apply now or contact me for a confidential conversation. Location: Braintree (with 1 day per week from home) Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm (potential of 4 days per week also considered) Salary: Negotiable + bonus (company performance dependent) + annual pay reviews + good benefits EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.
I am currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity on behalf of my client, a growing manufacturing business based in South Cambridge, who are looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Executive. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded sales professional who enjoys building strong customer relationships, developing existing accounts and identifying new business opportunities. As Business Development Executive, you will be responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of existing accounts while actively identifying and developing new sales opportunities. You will play an important role in increasing account value, generating new business and supporting the wider sales and marketing team to drive continued growth. Key Responsibilities: Proactively manage and grow a portfolio of existing customer accounts. Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities. Research and contact prospective customers to generate new business. Arrange and support meetings, demonstrations and follow-ups for the sales team. Maintain accurate CRM records and ensure the sales pipeline is kept up to date. Work closely with sales and marketing teams to support targeted campaigns. Monitor competitor activity and report on market trends, pricing and product movements. Develop and maintain a referral scheme to encourage existing customers to recommend new business. Manage your own pipeline and proactively identify opportunities to increase sales and account value. The successful candidate will be joining a supportive team environment where there are opportunities to develop professionally, make a real commercial impact and progress within the business. If you are an experienced sales professional looking for your next opportunity and enjoy building relationships, developing accounts and generating new business, I would be keen to hear from you. The successful candidate will be a confident and proactive sales professional with a strong commercial mindset and the ability to build and maintain excellent customer relationships. You will ideally have: Previous sales or business development experience - essential . Strong relationship-building skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience managing existing accounts and generating new business. A proactive and commercially focused approach. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your own pipeline. A self-motivated approach with the drive to identify and develop new opportunities. £40,000 per annum Parking provided Laptop provided Training and development Genuine progression opportunities Flexible working hours: 7:30am-4:30pm, with the option to work 7:00am-4:00pm or 8:00am-5:00pm Office-based working ideally, with flexibility available for the right candidate Quarterly team events A positive, energetic and supportive company culture EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.
Jul 24, 2026
Full time
I am currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity on behalf of my client, a growing manufacturing business based in South Cambridge, who are looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Executive. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded sales professional who enjoys building strong customer relationships, developing existing accounts and identifying new business opportunities. As Business Development Executive, you will be responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of existing accounts while actively identifying and developing new sales opportunities. You will play an important role in increasing account value, generating new business and supporting the wider sales and marketing team to drive continued growth. Key Responsibilities: Proactively manage and grow a portfolio of existing customer accounts. Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities. Research and contact prospective customers to generate new business. Arrange and support meetings, demonstrations and follow-ups for the sales team. Maintain accurate CRM records and ensure the sales pipeline is kept up to date. Work closely with sales and marketing teams to support targeted campaigns. Monitor competitor activity and report on market trends, pricing and product movements. Develop and maintain a referral scheme to encourage existing customers to recommend new business. Manage your own pipeline and proactively identify opportunities to increase sales and account value. The successful candidate will be joining a supportive team environment where there are opportunities to develop professionally, make a real commercial impact and progress within the business. If you are an experienced sales professional looking for your next opportunity and enjoy building relationships, developing accounts and generating new business, I would be keen to hear from you. The successful candidate will be a confident and proactive sales professional with a strong commercial mindset and the ability to build and maintain excellent customer relationships. You will ideally have: Previous sales or business development experience - essential . Strong relationship-building skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience managing existing accounts and generating new business. A proactive and commercially focused approach. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your own pipeline. A self-motivated approach with the drive to identify and develop new opportunities. £40,000 per annum Parking provided Laptop provided Training and development Genuine progression opportunities Flexible working hours: 7:30am-4:30pm, with the option to work 7:00am-4:00pm or 8:00am-5:00pm Office-based working ideally, with flexibility available for the right candidate Quarterly team events A positive, energetic and supportive company culture EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.
We are delighted to present an exciting opportunity to join Birmingham Museums Trust as their Head of Finance. On offer is £50,000 - £55,000 per annum, plus hybrid and flexible working. Birmingham Museums Trust is one of the UK's largest independent museum trusts, caring for over one million objects across nine remarkable venues, including six listed buildings. More than a collection of museums, Birmingham Museums Trust is a catalyst for cultural and social change. Through its collections, exhibitions and programmes, the organisation shines a light on Birmingham's diverse stories and communities, creating spaces where everyone feels welcome. Led by Co-CEOs Sara Wajid and Zak Mensah, Birmingham Museums Trust is committed to radical inclusion, collaboration, creativity and care. With an ambitious vision for the future, this is an exciting time to become part of an organisation that is redefining what a modern museum can be. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Head of Finance will lead the day to day financial operations of the organisation, ensuring accurate, timely and insightful financial reporting while maintaining strong financial controls and compliance. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, you'll provide strategic financial insight to support business planning, budgeting and informed decision-making. You'll also lead the continued development of finance processes and systems, embedding improvements and helping to shape the future of the finance function. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Finance Manager ready to step into their first Head of Finance role, or for an experienced finance leader looking to join a values led organisation where innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged. Key Responsibilities Lead the finance function, providing clear direction, coaching and support to the finance team. Oversee monthly management accounts and coordinate month end and year end reporting processes. Ensure robust financial controls and compliance with statutory, regulatory and Charity Commission requirements. Lead the annual budgeting process in partnership with Directors and Senior Stakeholders. Maintain financial forecasts and support scenario planning to inform strategic decisions. Monitor organisational budgets, analyse financial performance and investigate variances. Provide high-quality financial analysis and recommendations to support investment and operational decisions. Build and maintain strong relationships with auditors, banks and external advisers. Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, processes and reporting. Promote a collaborative, customer-focused finance service across the organisation. We're looking for a collaborative and proactive finance professional who combines technical excellence with strong leadership and communication skills. Essential Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA (CGMA) or CIPFA). Strong financial and management accounting experience. Experience producing accurate and timely financial reporting. Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and financial planning. Experience developing and maintaining effective financial controls. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues. Experience leading, coaching or mentoring finance staff. Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills. A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to review and enhance finance processes. Desirable Knowledge of Charity SORP and charity accounting. Experience within the charity, not-for-profit or cultural sectors. Experience using Access Dimensions or Access Financials. Experience supporting organisational change or finance transformation projects. Birmingham Museums Trust offers a rewarding role within a collaborative and inclusive organisation where you'll have the opportunity to influence strategic decision making while contributing to the preservation of Birmingham's cultural heritage. £50,000 - £55,000 per annum. Hybrid working with flexibility to support work-life balance (1-2 days per week onsite). 37 hour working week. Flexible working, including part-time and job share opportunities. Generous annual leave entitlement. Company sick pay. Flexible contribution pension scheme. Funded learning and professional development. Employee Assistance Programme and well-being support. Dedicated Mental Health First Aid team. Discounts on food and beverages across Birmingham Museums Trust venues. Staff entry discounts at a range of national museums. Corporate membership opportunities with museums and professional bodies. A welcoming, inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated. The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within one of the UK's most respected cultural organisations. EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.
Jul 23, 2026
Full time
We are delighted to present an exciting opportunity to join Birmingham Museums Trust as their Head of Finance. On offer is £50,000 - £55,000 per annum, plus hybrid and flexible working. Birmingham Museums Trust is one of the UK's largest independent museum trusts, caring for over one million objects across nine remarkable venues, including six listed buildings. More than a collection of museums, Birmingham Museums Trust is a catalyst for cultural and social change. Through its collections, exhibitions and programmes, the organisation shines a light on Birmingham's diverse stories and communities, creating spaces where everyone feels welcome. Led by Co-CEOs Sara Wajid and Zak Mensah, Birmingham Museums Trust is committed to radical inclusion, collaboration, creativity and care. With an ambitious vision for the future, this is an exciting time to become part of an organisation that is redefining what a modern museum can be. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Head of Finance will lead the day to day financial operations of the organisation, ensuring accurate, timely and insightful financial reporting while maintaining strong financial controls and compliance. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, you'll provide strategic financial insight to support business planning, budgeting and informed decision-making. You'll also lead the continued development of finance processes and systems, embedding improvements and helping to shape the future of the finance function. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Finance Manager ready to step into their first Head of Finance role, or for an experienced finance leader looking to join a values led organisation where innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged. Key Responsibilities Lead the finance function, providing clear direction, coaching and support to the finance team. Oversee monthly management accounts and coordinate month end and year end reporting processes. Ensure robust financial controls and compliance with statutory, regulatory and Charity Commission requirements. Lead the annual budgeting process in partnership with Directors and Senior Stakeholders. Maintain financial forecasts and support scenario planning to inform strategic decisions. Monitor organisational budgets, analyse financial performance and investigate variances. Provide high-quality financial analysis and recommendations to support investment and operational decisions. Build and maintain strong relationships with auditors, banks and external advisers. Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, processes and reporting. Promote a collaborative, customer-focused finance service across the organisation. We're looking for a collaborative and proactive finance professional who combines technical excellence with strong leadership and communication skills. Essential Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA (CGMA) or CIPFA). Strong financial and management accounting experience. Experience producing accurate and timely financial reporting. Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and financial planning. Experience developing and maintaining effective financial controls. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues. Experience leading, coaching or mentoring finance staff. Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills. A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to review and enhance finance processes. Desirable Knowledge of Charity SORP and charity accounting. Experience within the charity, not-for-profit or cultural sectors. Experience using Access Dimensions or Access Financials. Experience supporting organisational change or finance transformation projects. Birmingham Museums Trust offers a rewarding role within a collaborative and inclusive organisation where you'll have the opportunity to influence strategic decision making while contributing to the preservation of Birmingham's cultural heritage. £50,000 - £55,000 per annum. Hybrid working with flexibility to support work-life balance (1-2 days per week onsite). 37 hour working week. Flexible working, including part-time and job share opportunities. Generous annual leave entitlement. Company sick pay. Flexible contribution pension scheme. Funded learning and professional development. Employee Assistance Programme and well-being support. Dedicated Mental Health First Aid team. Discounts on food and beverages across Birmingham Museums Trust venues. Staff entry discounts at a range of national museums. Corporate membership opportunities with museums and professional bodies. A welcoming, inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated. The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within one of the UK's most respected cultural organisations. EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.
Are you a General Manager or RGM looking for a new challenge? Would you like to responsible for creating and implementing a Logistics strategy for a newly created flagship DC in the West Midlands? My client is a specialist distriutor based in the West Midlands who are targeting serious growth due to recent acquisitions. They're looking for a Head of Logistics to help create, implement and develop a long term strategy focused on growth and modernisation. Process improvement Ensure all aspects of the Warehousing and Distribution function work efficiently in order to deliver company strategic objectives. Work with senior management team to improve processes and systems across the business to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the company. Monitor and review Logistics department systems and procedures in order to promote good working practices and process within the department. Understand latest trends in systems, technology and working practices with a view to implementing when appropriate and relevant. Continual improvement In line with strategic objectives to set and measure Logistics department set of KPI's. The aim to be recognised as market leaders for customer service and delivery performance. Team Development. Provide the Logistics team with clear and achievable goals and objectives in order to ensure the team is managed and motivated at all times. Mentor Management/Supervisory team members to develop them as individuals and strengthen the team as a whole. Ensure information flow to the team is relevant and regular to give everyone full understanding of needs of the business. Automation and Innovation Implement advanced automation technologies to enhance warehouse operations. Collaborate with technical teams to optimise robotic systems and leverage data analytics for decision-making. Stay ahead of industry trends and incorporate innovative solutions into the facility. Supplier Management Establish strong working relationships with existing and new suppliers in order to ensure high levels of service, quality and value for money. Source new suppliers as and when required by the needs of the business, negotiating prices and conditions to benefit in order maintain the company's competitive edge. Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field. Proven experience in senior management roles with a strong focus on warehouse and logistics operations, automation, and Lean Six Sigma. Previous experience at GM, RGM or HOL level Expertise in automated warehouse systems, automated facilities and design. Strong financial acumen, budget management, and cost optimisation skills. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication abilities. Continuous improvement mindset and the ability to drive change and innovation. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing business needs. Wihin commutable distance to the West Midlands. £90,000 - £100,000 + benefits. EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.
Sep 25, 2025
Full time
Are you a General Manager or RGM looking for a new challenge? Would you like to responsible for creating and implementing a Logistics strategy for a newly created flagship DC in the West Midlands? My client is a specialist distriutor based in the West Midlands who are targeting serious growth due to recent acquisitions. They're looking for a Head of Logistics to help create, implement and develop a long term strategy focused on growth and modernisation. Process improvement Ensure all aspects of the Warehousing and Distribution function work efficiently in order to deliver company strategic objectives. Work with senior management team to improve processes and systems across the business to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the company. Monitor and review Logistics department systems and procedures in order to promote good working practices and process within the department. Understand latest trends in systems, technology and working practices with a view to implementing when appropriate and relevant. Continual improvement In line with strategic objectives to set and measure Logistics department set of KPI's. The aim to be recognised as market leaders for customer service and delivery performance. Team Development. Provide the Logistics team with clear and achievable goals and objectives in order to ensure the team is managed and motivated at all times. Mentor Management/Supervisory team members to develop them as individuals and strengthen the team as a whole. Ensure information flow to the team is relevant and regular to give everyone full understanding of needs of the business. Automation and Innovation Implement advanced automation technologies to enhance warehouse operations. Collaborate with technical teams to optimise robotic systems and leverage data analytics for decision-making. Stay ahead of industry trends and incorporate innovative solutions into the facility. Supplier Management Establish strong working relationships with existing and new suppliers in order to ensure high levels of service, quality and value for money. Source new suppliers as and when required by the needs of the business, negotiating prices and conditions to benefit in order maintain the company's competitive edge. Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field. Proven experience in senior management roles with a strong focus on warehouse and logistics operations, automation, and Lean Six Sigma. Previous experience at GM, RGM or HOL level Expertise in automated warehouse systems, automated facilities and design. Strong financial acumen, budget management, and cost optimisation skills. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication abilities. Continuous improvement mindset and the ability to drive change and innovation. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing business needs. Wihin commutable distance to the West Midlands. £90,000 - £100,000 + benefits. EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.
