Casanovas Recruitment Solutions

Pension & Payroll Lead Hybrid Working Full-Time Permanent Salary: 32,205 - 36,084 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications) Take the Lead in Payroll & Pensions Excellence Are you an experienced payroll professional with strong pensions expertise and a passion for accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement? We're looking for a proactive and detail-driven Pension & Payroll Lead to take ownership of payroll and pension administration, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role within a large, complex organisation, working closely with HR, Finance, and external providers to deliver an exceptional payroll and pensions service. The Role As Pension & Payroll Lead, you'll be responsible for overseeing the effective delivery of payroll and pension processes, acting as the key point of contact for payroll providers and pension schemes. Key responsibilities include: Managing payroll operations and pension administration activities Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, pension regulations, and auto-enrolment requirements Liaising with external payroll providers and pension administrators Monitoring payroll accuracy and resolving discrepancies Providing expert guidance on payroll and pension matters to internal stakeholders Supporting audits, reporting, and governance requirements Reviewing and improving processes to enhance efficiency and reduce risk Maintaining accurate records, documentation, and procedural controls Supporting system developments, upgrades, and process improvements About You We're looking for someone who combines technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management skills. You'll ideally have: Proven experience in payroll administration and pension scheme management Strong understanding of payroll legislation, pensions regulations, and auto-enrolment requirements Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills Experience working with outsourced payroll providers Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach Confidence communicating complex information to a range of stakeholders The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment A commitment to delivering high levels of accuracy, service, and compliance What's on Offer? Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Generous pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Wellbeing initiatives and support services Free onsite parking Staff discounts and membership schemes Ongoing learning and development opportunities Career progression pathways Supportive and collaborative working environment Regular staff events and engagement activities Apply Now If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership of a critical payroll and pensions function, influence best practice, and contribute to ongoing service improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

Pension & Payroll Lead Hybrid Working Full-Time Permanent Salary: £32,205 - £36,084 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications) Take the Lead in Payroll & Pensions Excellence Are you an experienced payroll professional with strong pensions expertise and a passion for accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement? We're looking for a proactive and detail-driven Pension & Payroll Lead to take ownership of payroll and pension administration, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role within a large, complex organisation, working closely with HR, Finance, and external providers to deliver an exceptional payroll and pensions service. The Role As Pension & Payroll Lead, you'll be responsible for overseeing the effective delivery of payroll and pension processes, acting as the key point of contact for payroll providers and pension schemes. Key responsibilities include: Managing payroll operations and pension administration activities Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, pension regulations, and auto-enrolment requirements Liaising with external payroll providers and pension administrators Monitoring payroll accuracy and resolving discrepancies Providing expert guidance on payroll and pension matters to internal stakeholders Supporting audits, reporting, and governance requirements Reviewing and improving processes to enhance efficiency and reduce risk Maintaining accurate records, documentation, and procedural controls Supporting system developments, upgrades, and process improvements About You We're looking for someone who combines technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management skills. You'll ideally have: Proven experience in payroll administration and pension scheme management Strong understanding of payroll legislation, pensions regulations, and auto-enrolment requirements Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills Experience working with outsourced payroll providers Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach Confidence communicating complex information to a range of stakeholders The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment A commitment to delivering high levels of accuracy, service, and compliance What's on Offer? Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Generous pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Wellbeing initiatives and support services Free onsite parking Staff discounts and membership schemes Ongoing learning and development opportunities Career progression pathways Supportive and collaborative working environment Regular staff events and engagement activities Apply Now If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership of a critical payroll and pensions function, influence best practice, and contribute to ongoing service improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

Transport Manager Salary: Competitive + Benefits Location: Colchester Full Time Permanent The Opportunity An established and growing business is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to lead and develop its transport operation. This is a senior leadership position offering full responsibility for transport strategy, operational performance, compliance, fleet management and budget control. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe, efficient and cost-effective delivery of transport services while driving continuous improvement and supporting wider business objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded transport professional who combines strong operational leadership with a proven ability to manage costs, improve performance and maintain the highest standards of compliance. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage all transport operations, including planning, routing, dispatch and real-time vehicle monitoring. Ensure full compliance with Operator Licence requirements, driver hours regulations, tachograph legislation and health & safety standards. Take ownership of the transport budget, delivering effective cost control and identifying opportunities to improve profitability. Monitor and analyse transport costs including fuel, maintenance, labour, subcontractor expenditure and operational overheads. Develop, implement and monitor KPIs to measure service delivery, operational efficiency, compliance and financial performance. Produce regular management reports, performance analysis and cost reviews. Manage relationships and contracts with suppliers, subcontractors and transport service providers. Negotiate rates and commercial agreements to ensure sustainable and profitable operations. Lead transport compliance audits and maintain robust systems, processes and documentation. Recruit, develop and manage transport personnel, supporting performance, training and succession planning. Ensure workforce planning aligns with operational requirements while maintaining cost efficiency. Investigate incidents, accidents and compliance issues, implementing corrective actions where required. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational excellence, customer service and cost reduction. Oversee fleet management activities including maintenance scheduling, asset utilisation and replacement planning. Provide strategic recommendations regarding fleet investment, technology adoption and operational development. Work closely with senior stakeholders across the business to ensure transport operations support wider commercial objectives. About You We are looking for a proactive and commercially focused transport leader with a proven track record of managing complex transport operations. You will have: Significant experience in a senior transport management role. Demonstrable responsibility for budgets, cost control and operational performance. Strong understanding of UK transport legislation and regulatory compliance. Experience managing Operator Licence obligations and transport compliance frameworks. CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) qualification or working towards it. Excellent leadership and people management skills. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret operational and financial data. Experience driving operational improvements and delivering measurable efficiencies. Excellent organisational and stakeholder management abilities. A strong commitment to safety, compliance and service excellence. Desirable Clean UK Class 2 HGV licence. Experience within HGV operations. Understanding of vehicle maintenance and fleet management practices. What's on Offer Senior leadership role with significant influence across the business. Opportunity to shape and develop transport operations. Supportive and forward-thinking leadership team. Competitive salary and benefits package. Long-term career development opportunities. If you are an experienced transport professional looking for your next leadership challenge and want to make a genuine impact within a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role Casanovas Recruitment Solutions are currently recruiting for an Interim Sales Administrator on behalf of our client, to join the team on a temporary, fixed-term basis. As the Sales Administrator is essential in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of operations, ensuring customer orders are processed accurately and efficiently. Working closely with both internal departments and customers, you will help coordinate the end-to-end order process while maintaining a high level of service and administrative accuracy. This is a busy, fast-paced position that requires strong organisation, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage and prioritise a varied workload effectively. Key Responsibilities • Liaising with internal teams to support efficient order fulfilment • Keeping customer and order information up to date and accurate • Updating internal systems and databases as required • Tracking order status and helping to resolve any queries or issues • Providing general administrative support to the wider team • Contributing to the delivery of high levels of customer service Accurately processing customer sales orders in a timely manner About you • Highly organised, with the ability to manage shifting priorities and workloads effectively • Strong attention to detail, with pride in producing accurate and reliable work • Confident communicator, able to build positive relationships with both customers and colleagues • Comfortable working in a busy environment with multiple competing tasks • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office, with the ability to quickly learn new systems • Able to work on own initiative as well as collaboratively within a team • Positive, flexible, and willing to support wherever needed to help the team succeed • Previous experience in administration, customer service, or sales order processing is advantageous, though training can be provided for the right individual Benefits • A welcoming and supportive working environment • Full training and ongoing support to help you get up to speed in the role • The opportunity to join a friendly, established, and hardworking team • A position where your contribution will make a real difference to daily operations • Company benefits package included • Company pension scheme • Cycle to work scheme • Employee discount available • Free on-site parking provided