Inquest and Civil Litigation Lawyer A leading public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Inquest and Civil Litigation Lawyer to join its in-house Legal Services team, providing specialist expertise across coronial law, inquests, and associated civil litigation. You will provide expert legal advice, manage legal risk, support transparency and organisational learning, and ensure robust handling of sensitive proceedings. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage inquest and civil litigation cases from instruction through to conclusion. Provide specialist legal advice to senior leaders on complex, sensitive, and high-risk matters. Ensure compliance with coronial law, civil litigation procedures, and human rights obligations, including Article 2 considerations. Manage disclosure processes, evidence preparation, and coordination of multi-agency legal responses. Represent the organisation in legal proceedings and support counsel where required. Advise on litigation strategy, risk mitigation, and settlement considerations. Identify learning from legal outcomes and support improvements in organisational practice. Work collaboratively with Legal Services, operational teams, and external stakeholders to ensure effective case management. Support associated civil claims arising from inquests and related proceedings. Essential Criteria Applicants must demonstrate: Qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate. Significant experience managing inquests and civil litigation from instruction through to conclusion. Strong knowledge of coronial law, civil litigation, legal procedure, and relevant human rights considerations. Proven ability to advise senior stakeholders on complex and sensitive legal matters. Excellent analytical skills, professional judgement, and the ability to manage high-risk cases. Desirable Experience Experience in the following areas would be advantageous: Working within policing, the public sector, or another regulated environment. Experience handling inquests and civil litigation involving public authorities. Understanding of the operational and legal challenges associated with policing environments. Benefits Pension Scheme. Free on-site parking. Flexible working options. Health and wellbeing support. Career development, mentoring, and leadership opportunities. Cycle-to-work scheme and salary sacrifice benefits. Employee discounts and offers through staff sports and wellbeing schemes. On-site gym facilities and subsidised sports activities. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. This role is office-based with flexibility to work from home Additional Notes: Location Disclosure: Please mention your location in your CV. Applications without location details may experience delays in processing. Eligibility: Only applicants with UK residency and full visa status will be considered. Applications from those outside of the UK will not be shortlisted. If you plan to relocate, please mention this in your CV or cover letter .
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Inquest and Civil Litigation Lawyer A leading public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Inquest and Civil Litigation Lawyer to join its in-house Legal Services team, providing specialist expertise across coronial law, inquests, and associated civil litigation. You will provide expert legal advice, manage legal risk, support transparency and organisational learning, and ensure robust handling of sensitive proceedings. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage inquest and civil litigation cases from instruction through to conclusion. Provide specialist legal advice to senior leaders on complex, sensitive, and high-risk matters. Ensure compliance with coronial law, civil litigation procedures, and human rights obligations, including Article 2 considerations. Manage disclosure processes, evidence preparation, and coordination of multi-agency legal responses. Represent the organisation in legal proceedings and support counsel where required. Advise on litigation strategy, risk mitigation, and settlement considerations. Identify learning from legal outcomes and support improvements in organisational practice. Work collaboratively with Legal Services, operational teams, and external stakeholders to ensure effective case management. Support associated civil claims arising from inquests and related proceedings. Essential Criteria Applicants must demonstrate: Qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate. Significant experience managing inquests and civil litigation from instruction through to conclusion. Strong knowledge of coronial law, civil litigation, legal procedure, and relevant human rights considerations. Proven ability to advise senior stakeholders on complex and sensitive legal matters. Excellent analytical skills, professional judgement, and the ability to manage high-risk cases. Desirable Experience Experience in the following areas would be advantageous: Working within policing, the public sector, or another regulated environment. Experience handling inquests and civil litigation involving public authorities. Understanding of the operational and legal challenges associated with policing environments. Benefits Pension Scheme. Free on-site parking. Flexible working options. Health and wellbeing support. Career development, mentoring, and leadership opportunities. Cycle-to-work scheme and salary sacrifice benefits. Employee discounts and offers through staff sports and wellbeing schemes. On-site gym facilities and subsidised sports activities. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. This role is office-based with flexibility to work from home Additional Notes: Location Disclosure: Please mention your location in your CV. Applications without location details may experience delays in processing. Eligibility: Only applicants with UK residency and full visa status will be considered. Applications from those outside of the UK will not be shortlisted. If you plan to relocate, please mention this in your CV or cover letter .
Employment Litigation Lawyer A leading public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Lawyer to join its in-house Legal Services team. This newly created role will provide specialist employment law expertise, managing Employment Tribunal claims, ACAS matters, and complex workforce legal issues. The post holder will provide strategic legal advice, strengthen internal capability, reduce reliance on external providers, and support effective risk management across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of Employment Tribunal claims from instruction through to conclusion, including pleadings, evidence, witness statements, hearings, and settlements. Represent the organisation in Employment Tribunals, ACAS proceedings, mediations, and related negotiations. Provide expert advice on litigation strategy, case merits, settlement decisions, and legal risk. Advise senior leaders and HR on complex and sensitive employment matters. Analyse litigation trends and outcomes to support organisational learning and preventative action. Support the development of employment policies, guidance, and workforce practices in line with legislation and case law. Deliver briefings and knowledge-sharing sessions to build internal capability. Essential Criteria Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate. Significant experience managing Employment Tribunal litigation. Strong knowledge of employment law, case law, ACAS processes, and tribunal procedure. Experience advising senior stakeholders on complex employment matters. Strong communication, judgement, and risk assessment skills. Benefits Pension Scheme. Free on-site parking. Flexible working options. Health and wellbeing support. Career development, mentoring, and leadership opportunities. Cycle-to-work scheme and salary sacrifice benefits. Employee discounts and offers through staff sports and wellbeing schemes. On-site gym facilities and subsidised sports activities. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays This role is office-based with flexibility to work from home Additional Notes: Location Disclosure: Please mention your location in your CV. Applications without location details may experience delays in processing. Eligibility: Only applicants with UK residency and full visa status will be considered. Applications from those outside of the UK will not be shortlisted. If you plan to relocate, please mention this in your CV or cover letter .
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Employment Litigation Lawyer A leading public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Lawyer to join its in-house Legal Services team. This newly created role will provide specialist employment law expertise, managing Employment Tribunal claims, ACAS matters, and complex workforce legal issues. The post holder will provide strategic legal advice, strengthen internal capability, reduce reliance on external providers, and support effective risk management across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of Employment Tribunal claims from instruction through to conclusion, including pleadings, evidence, witness statements, hearings, and settlements. Represent the organisation in Employment Tribunals, ACAS proceedings, mediations, and related negotiations. Provide expert advice on litigation strategy, case merits, settlement decisions, and legal risk. Advise senior leaders and HR on complex and sensitive employment matters. Analyse litigation trends and outcomes to support organisational learning and preventative action. Support the development of employment policies, guidance, and workforce practices in line with legislation and case law. Deliver briefings and knowledge-sharing sessions to build internal capability. Essential Criteria Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate. Significant experience managing Employment Tribunal litigation. Strong knowledge of employment law, case law, ACAS processes, and tribunal procedure. Experience advising senior stakeholders on complex employment matters. Strong communication, judgement, and risk assessment skills. Benefits Pension Scheme. Free on-site parking. Flexible working options. Health and wellbeing support. Career development, mentoring, and leadership opportunities. Cycle-to-work scheme and salary sacrifice benefits. Employee discounts and offers through staff sports and wellbeing schemes. On-site gym facilities and subsidised sports activities. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays This role is office-based with flexibility to work from home Additional Notes: Location Disclosure: Please mention your location in your CV. Applications without location details may experience delays in processing. Eligibility: Only applicants with UK residency and full visa status will be considered. Applications from those outside of the UK will not be shortlisted. If you plan to relocate, please mention this in your CV or cover letter .
The Opportunity Join a market-leading premium food brand with ambitious growth plans. As the Category & Insight Manager , you will lead the innovation agenda and identify opportunities beyond the brand's core categories. Use consumer, shopper, and category insights to shape a commercially successful innovation pipeline. Work closely with senior leadership to influence strategic business decisions. Hybrid working with 3 days per week in the office. Key Responsibilities Lead innovation projects from opportunity identification through to launch. Use consumer, shopper, and category insights to uncover trends, whitespace, and innovation opportunities. Develop and refine product concepts, propositions, and innovation pipelines. Design and manage consumer testing programmes to validate concepts and support innovation decisions. Build compelling business cases and recommendations for senior stakeholders. Partner with Marketing, Commercial, NPD, and Operations teams to deliver successful innovation projects. Support stage-gate processes and ensure projects remain commercially viable. What We're Looking For Proven experience in an innovation-focused FMCG role, ideally within food. Strong background in concept development, consumer insight, and consumer testing. Experience identifying and developing opportunities in new or adjacent categories. Ability to turn consumer insight into commercially successful innovation. Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills. Commercially minded with excellent analytical capability. Degree educated or equivalent experience. About You A highly motivated Category & Insight Manager with a passion for innovation and growth. Curious, creative and consumer obsessed. Passionate about uncovering opportunities and bringing innovative ideas to life. Confident influencing stakeholders at all levels. Excited by the challenge of building and shaping future innovation opportunities. Benefits Competitive salary. Bonus scheme of up to 5% paid twice yearly. Generous car allowance. 25 days holiday, increasing with service. 4% employer pension contribution. MediCash Health Insurance. Quarterly product samples, company events, and additional perks. Additional Information Due to the office location, applicants must be able to commute by car 3 days per week. Free on-site parking available. Apply Now If you're an experienced Category & Insight Manager looking to drive innovation, develop consumer-led concepts and shape the future growth of a leading food brand, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for this exciting innovation opportunity.
Jul 03, 2026
Full time
The Opportunity Join a market-leading premium food brand with ambitious growth plans. As the Category & Insight Manager , you will lead the innovation agenda and identify opportunities beyond the brand's core categories. Use consumer, shopper, and category insights to shape a commercially successful innovation pipeline. Work closely with senior leadership to influence strategic business decisions. Hybrid working with 3 days per week in the office. Key Responsibilities Lead innovation projects from opportunity identification through to launch. Use consumer, shopper, and category insights to uncover trends, whitespace, and innovation opportunities. Develop and refine product concepts, propositions, and innovation pipelines. Design and manage consumer testing programmes to validate concepts and support innovation decisions. Build compelling business cases and recommendations for senior stakeholders. Partner with Marketing, Commercial, NPD, and Operations teams to deliver successful innovation projects. Support stage-gate processes and ensure projects remain commercially viable. What We're Looking For Proven experience in an innovation-focused FMCG role, ideally within food. Strong background in concept development, consumer insight, and consumer testing. Experience identifying and developing opportunities in new or adjacent categories. Ability to turn consumer insight into commercially successful innovation. Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills. Commercially minded with excellent analytical capability. Degree educated or equivalent experience. About You A highly motivated Category & Insight Manager with a passion for innovation and growth. Curious, creative and consumer obsessed. Passionate about uncovering opportunities and bringing innovative ideas to life. Confident influencing stakeholders at all levels. Excited by the challenge of building and shaping future innovation opportunities. Benefits Competitive salary. Bonus scheme of up to 5% paid twice yearly. Generous car allowance. 25 days holiday, increasing with service. 4% employer pension contribution. MediCash Health Insurance. Quarterly product samples, company events, and additional perks. Additional Information Due to the office location, applicants must be able to commute by car 3 days per week. Free on-site parking available. Apply Now If you're an experienced Category & Insight Manager looking to drive innovation, develop consumer-led concepts and shape the future growth of a leading food brand, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for this exciting innovation opportunity.
Job Title: Laboratory Technician Assistant Location: Witham Salary 24,102 + 10% Shift allowance (that's an extra 2,410 a year) Shifts - BiWeekly rotation; 6am - 1pm 1pm - 8pm Weekend working is available and required in line with the need of the business. NB. I f you do not reside in Witham; you must be a car driver for this position due to the shifts as public transport does not support the start time. Please only apply if you are within a 20-30 minute commute of Witham - i.e. Chelmsford Braintree Colchester Maldon . Those who reside outside this area will not be shortlisted. Please indicate your location clearly on your CV to avoid delay in shortlisting your CV. You must have full rights to work in the UK indefinitely. Do you have a passion for Science? Are you keen to start your career working for a Global organisation specialising in analysing metals and minerals within a laboratory setting? ROLE PURPOSE To weigh out analytical samples for the laboratory; load and unload the laboratory dishwashers; washing up laboratory glassware; porter with the use of the company van; and sample preparation under the guidance of the chemist/Laboratory Supervisor. Tasks: All duties to be carried out in accordance with Health and Safety and Environmental policies and the Company's accreditation and quality systems, ISO 9001, 14001, 18001 AND 17025. To develop good laboratory weighing techniques. To ensure that work is carried out in conformance with instructions, established methods and quality standards. To build a knowledge and understanding of the material types being analysed and their relevant sample preparation requirements. If the individual has a current driving licence, to act as a porter to other company units on the estate, delivering samples and glassware using the company van. To understand the importance of quality and the quality systems UKAS ISO 17025 and ISO 9001:2000 used within the laboratory. To ensure that equipment is efficiently and effectively used, maintained and cleaned. To ensure that good housekeeping and a clean, safe and tidy environment is maintained in the Laboratory. Other duties as directed by the Laboratory Supervisor. Principal Accountabilities: To assist the team leader to weigh analytical samples to a high degree of accuracy and within preset times. To report to the Supervisor on any deviation from, or failure of methods, systems and procedures. NECESSARY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Computer literate. The ability to work as part of a team. Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality. Ability to communicate with Company personnel at all level. Ability to prepare and weigh with speed and accuracy, and have good attention for detail. Ability to work in an organised and disciplined manner.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Laboratory Technician Assistant Location: Witham Salary 24,102 + 10% Shift allowance (that's an extra 2,410 a year) Shifts - BiWeekly rotation; 6am - 1pm 1pm - 8pm Weekend working is available and required in line with the need of the business. NB. I f you do not reside in Witham; you must be a car driver for this position due to the shifts as public transport does not support the start time. Please only apply if you are within a 20-30 minute commute of Witham - i.e. Chelmsford Braintree Colchester Maldon . Those who reside outside this area will not be shortlisted. Please indicate your location clearly on your CV to avoid delay in shortlisting your CV. You must have full rights to work in the UK indefinitely. Do you have a passion for Science? Are you keen to start your career working for a Global organisation specialising in analysing metals and minerals within a laboratory setting? ROLE PURPOSE To weigh out analytical samples for the laboratory; load and unload the laboratory dishwashers; washing up laboratory glassware; porter with the use of the company van; and sample preparation under the guidance of the chemist/Laboratory Supervisor. Tasks: All duties to be carried out in accordance with Health and Safety and Environmental policies and the Company's accreditation and quality systems, ISO 9001, 14001, 18001 AND 17025. To develop good laboratory weighing techniques. To ensure that work is carried out in conformance with instructions, established methods and quality standards. To build a knowledge and understanding of the material types being analysed and their relevant sample preparation requirements. If the individual has a current driving licence, to act as a porter to other company units on the estate, delivering samples and glassware using the company van. To understand the importance of quality and the quality systems UKAS ISO 17025 and ISO 9001:2000 used within the laboratory. To ensure that equipment is efficiently and effectively used, maintained and cleaned. To ensure that good housekeeping and a clean, safe and tidy environment is maintained in the Laboratory. Other duties as directed by the Laboratory Supervisor. Principal Accountabilities: To assist the team leader to weigh analytical samples to a high degree of accuracy and within preset times. To report to the Supervisor on any deviation from, or failure of methods, systems and procedures. NECESSARY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Computer literate. The ability to work as part of a team. Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality. Ability to communicate with Company personnel at all level. Ability to prepare and weigh with speed and accuracy, and have good attention for detail. Ability to work in an organised and disciplined manner.
Head of Finance Salary: Hybrid Competitive + 15% non-contractual bonus + Car of 7,000 + comprehensive benefits package Work Pattern: Monday - Friday. 37.5 working hours per week, total 8.5 hours per day, between hours of 7.30am - 18.00pm Overall purpose of job: The Head of Finance is a pivotal leadership role within our client's organisation. Reporting to the UK Executive Team and with matrix reporting to the Group Finance function in Europe, you will lead a team of 17 finance professionals and play a critical role in driving business performance, ensuring compliance, and enabling strategic decision-making. This position demands exceptional strategic vision combined with operational expertise, offering the opportunity to make a significant impact on our 0.4bn UK business. You will partner closely with operational leaders across multiple business units to drive profitability while maintaining robust financial governance. The ideal candidate will bring strategic financial leadership experience from within FMCG or a comparable industry environment. You must demonstrate a track record of building high-performing teams and driving business value through financial insights and commercial acumen. Key areas of responsibility: Strategic Financial Leadership - Partner with UK Executive Team to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with global business objectives - Provide critical financial insights and decision support to drive business performance - Lead strategic projects including potential acquisitions, business integrations, and major capital investments - Identify and implement synergies across UK business units to maximise operational efficiency - Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance operations Financial Management & Reporting - Oversee all financial operations for UK entities with combined turnover of circa 0.4bn - Ensure timely, accurate monthly, quarterly and annual reporting to both UK leadership and Group headquarters - Maintain rigorous financial controls and governance frameworks - Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes - Manage relationships with external auditors to deliver consistently clean audit outcomes - Oversee tax planning and compliance, working with specialist advisors to optimise the Group's tax position - Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards including FRS101, FRS102, and IFRS Commercial & Business Partnering - Act as key financial partner to business unit Managing Directors - Provide sophisticated financial analysis to support strategic decision-making - Challenge commercial assumptions and ensure robust business cases for investments - Identify profit maximisation opportunities and develop strategies to action - Present financial performance and insights to senior stakeholders at local and Group level Risk Management & Governance - Ensure robust Internal Control Framework for Financial Reporting (ICFR) - Develop and maintain effective risk management strategies - Lead the ongoing enhancement of financial policies and procedures - Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and Group policies - Maintain oversight of cash management and working capital optimisation Systems & Process Innovation - Partner with IT to drive digital transformation within finance operations - Lead the evaluation and implementation of finance technology solutions - Develop enhanced management information systems and reporting tools - Champion process automation and efficiency improvements - Design and implement data analytics capabilities to provide deeper business insights Person specification and experience required: - Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 10+ years post-qualification experience - Minimum 10 years in a senior finance leadership role - Experience within an SME background an advantage due to the businesses operating as stand-alone units - Proven track record of leading and developing finance teams of 10+ people - Experience working in a matrix structure within a multinational organisation - Demonstrable success in business partnering with commercial operations - Experience managing financial integrations and change projects - Strong background in financial reporting, planning and analysis - Experience with ERP systems implementation or optimisation (JDE experience advantageous) - Distinct advantage if you have previous FMCG industry experience; or worked within another Manufacturing company. Technical Skills - Expert knowledge of UK accounting standards and IFRS - Advanced Excel and financial modelling capabilities - Strong understanding of tax legislation and treasury management - Experience with business intelligence tools and data visualisation - Working knowledge of modern finance technologies and automation tools - Familiarity with internal controls frameworks and risk management Additional benefits include; Car Allowance 7,000. Annual holiday allowance 25 days. After 4 years completed service, it will increase to 26 days and after 5 years completed service it will increase to 28 days. Employees will be given the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per holiday. Pension: Group personal pension, company contribution of 4%. Life Cover: 3 x your salary in the event of your death to your nominated beneficiary Medical plan
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Head of Finance Salary: Hybrid Competitive + 15% non-contractual bonus + Car of 7,000 + comprehensive benefits package Work Pattern: Monday - Friday. 37.5 working hours per week, total 8.5 hours per day, between hours of 7.30am - 18.00pm Overall purpose of job: The Head of Finance is a pivotal leadership role within our client's organisation. Reporting to the UK Executive Team and with matrix reporting to the Group Finance function in Europe, you will lead a team of 17 finance professionals and play a critical role in driving business performance, ensuring compliance, and enabling strategic decision-making. This position demands exceptional strategic vision combined with operational expertise, offering the opportunity to make a significant impact on our 0.4bn UK business. You will partner closely with operational leaders across multiple business units to drive profitability while maintaining robust financial governance. The ideal candidate will bring strategic financial leadership experience from within FMCG or a comparable industry environment. You must demonstrate a track record of building high-performing teams and driving business value through financial insights and commercial acumen. Key areas of responsibility: Strategic Financial Leadership - Partner with UK Executive Team to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with global business objectives - Provide critical financial insights and decision support to drive business performance - Lead strategic projects including potential acquisitions, business integrations, and major capital investments - Identify and implement synergies across UK business units to maximise operational efficiency - Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance operations Financial Management & Reporting - Oversee all financial operations for UK entities with combined turnover of circa 0.4bn - Ensure timely, accurate monthly, quarterly and annual reporting to both UK leadership and Group headquarters - Maintain rigorous financial controls and governance frameworks - Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes - Manage relationships with external auditors to deliver consistently clean audit outcomes - Oversee tax planning and compliance, working with specialist advisors to optimise the Group's tax position - Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards including FRS101, FRS102, and IFRS Commercial & Business Partnering - Act as key financial partner to business unit Managing Directors - Provide sophisticated financial analysis to support strategic decision-making - Challenge commercial assumptions and ensure robust business cases for investments - Identify profit maximisation opportunities and develop strategies to action - Present financial performance and insights to senior stakeholders at local and Group level Risk Management & Governance - Ensure robust Internal Control Framework for Financial Reporting (ICFR) - Develop and maintain effective risk management strategies - Lead the ongoing enhancement of financial policies and procedures - Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and Group policies - Maintain oversight of cash management and working capital optimisation Systems & Process Innovation - Partner with IT to drive digital transformation within finance operations - Lead the evaluation and implementation of finance technology solutions - Develop enhanced management information systems and reporting tools - Champion process automation and efficiency improvements - Design and implement data analytics capabilities to provide deeper business insights Person specification and experience required: - Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 10+ years post-qualification experience - Minimum 10 years in a senior finance leadership role - Experience within an SME background an advantage due to the businesses operating as stand-alone units - Proven track record of leading and developing finance teams of 10+ people - Experience working in a matrix structure within a multinational organisation - Demonstrable success in business partnering with commercial operations - Experience managing financial integrations and change projects - Strong background in financial reporting, planning and analysis - Experience with ERP systems implementation or optimisation (JDE experience advantageous) - Distinct advantage if you have previous FMCG industry experience; or worked within another Manufacturing company. Technical Skills - Expert knowledge of UK accounting standards and IFRS - Advanced Excel and financial modelling capabilities - Strong understanding of tax legislation and treasury management - Experience with business intelligence tools and data visualisation - Working knowledge of modern finance technologies and automation tools - Familiarity with internal controls frameworks and risk management Additional benefits include; Car Allowance 7,000. Annual holiday allowance 25 days. After 4 years completed service, it will increase to 26 days and after 5 years completed service it will increase to 28 days. Employees will be given the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per holiday. Pension: Group personal pension, company contribution of 4%. Life Cover: 3 x your salary in the event of your death to your nominated beneficiary Medical plan
Head of Finance Salary: Hybrid Competitive + 15% non-contractual bonus + Car of 7,000 + comprehensive benefits package Work Pattern: Monday - Friday. 37.5 working hours per week, total 8.5 hours per day, between hours of 7.30am - 18.00pm Overall purpose of job: The Head of Finance is a pivotal leadership role within our client's organisation. Reporting to the UK Executive Team and with matrix reporting to the Group Finance function in Europe, you will lead a team of 17 finance professionals and play a critical role in driving business performance, ensuring compliance, and enabling strategic decision-making. This position demands exceptional strategic vision combined with operational expertise, offering the opportunity to make a significant impact on our 0.4bn UK business. You will partner closely with operational leaders across multiple business units to drive profitability while maintaining robust financial governance. The ideal candidate will bring strategic financial leadership experience from within FMCG or a comparable industry environment. You must demonstrate a track record of building high-performing teams and driving business value through financial insights and commercial acumen. Key areas of responsibility: Strategic Financial Leadership - Partner with UK Executive Team to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with global business objectives - Provide critical financial insights and decision support to drive business performance - Lead strategic projects including potential acquisitions, business integrations, and major capital investments - Identify and implement synergies across UK business units to maximise operational efficiency - Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance operations Financial Management & Reporting - Oversee all financial operations for UK entities with combined turnover of circa 0.4bn - Ensure timely, accurate monthly, quarterly and annual reporting to both UK leadership and Group headquarters - Maintain rigorous financial controls and governance frameworks - Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes - Manage relationships with external auditors to deliver consistently clean audit outcomes - Oversee tax planning and compliance, working with specialist advisors to optimise the Group's tax position - Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards including FRS101, FRS102, and IFRS Commercial & Business Partnering - Act as key financial partner to business unit Managing Directors - Provide sophisticated financial analysis to support strategic decision-making - Challenge commercial assumptions and ensure robust business cases for investments - Identify profit maximisation opportunities and develop strategies to action - Present financial performance and insights to senior stakeholders at local and Group level Risk Management & Governance - Ensure robust Internal Control Framework for Financial Reporting (ICFR) - Develop and maintain effective risk management strategies - Lead the ongoing enhancement of financial policies and procedures - Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and Group policies - Maintain oversight of cash management and working capital optimisation Systems & Process Innovation - Partner with IT to drive digital transformation within finance operations - Lead the evaluation and implementation of finance technology solutions - Develop enhanced management information systems and reporting tools - Champion process automation and efficiency improvements - Design and implement data analytics capabilities to provide deeper business insights Person specification and experience required: - Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 10+ years post-qualification experience - Minimum 10 years in a senior finance leadership role - Experience within an SME background an advantage due to the businesses operating as stand-alone units - Proven track record of leading and developing finance teams of 10+ people - Experience working in a matrix structure within a multinational organisation - Demonstrable success in business partnering with commercial operations - Experience managing financial integrations and change projects - Strong background in financial reporting, planning and analysis - Experience with ERP systems implementation or optimisation (JDE experience advantageous) - Distinct advantage if you have previous FMCG industry experience; or worked within another Manufacturing company. Technical Skills - Expert knowledge of UK accounting standards and IFRS - Advanced Excel and financial modelling capabilities - Strong understanding of tax legislation and treasury management - Experience with business intelligence tools and data visualisation - Working knowledge of modern finance technologies and automation tools - Familiarity with internal controls frameworks and risk management Additional benefits include; Car Allowance 7,000. Annual holiday allowance 25 days. After 4 years completed service, it will increase to 26 days and after 5 years completed service it will increase to 28 days. Employees will be given the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per holiday. Pension: Group personal pension, company contribution of 4%. Life Cover: 3 x your salary in the event of your death to your nominated beneficiary Medical plan
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Head of Finance Salary: Hybrid Competitive + 15% non-contractual bonus + Car of 7,000 + comprehensive benefits package Work Pattern: Monday - Friday. 37.5 working hours per week, total 8.5 hours per day, between hours of 7.30am - 18.00pm Overall purpose of job: The Head of Finance is a pivotal leadership role within our client's organisation. Reporting to the UK Executive Team and with matrix reporting to the Group Finance function in Europe, you will lead a team of 17 finance professionals and play a critical role in driving business performance, ensuring compliance, and enabling strategic decision-making. This position demands exceptional strategic vision combined with operational expertise, offering the opportunity to make a significant impact on our 0.4bn UK business. You will partner closely with operational leaders across multiple business units to drive profitability while maintaining robust financial governance. The ideal candidate will bring strategic financial leadership experience from within FMCG or a comparable industry environment. You must demonstrate a track record of building high-performing teams and driving business value through financial insights and commercial acumen. Key areas of responsibility: Strategic Financial Leadership - Partner with UK Executive Team to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with global business objectives - Provide critical financial insights and decision support to drive business performance - Lead strategic projects including potential acquisitions, business integrations, and major capital investments - Identify and implement synergies across UK business units to maximise operational efficiency - Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance operations Financial Management & Reporting - Oversee all financial operations for UK entities with combined turnover of circa 0.4bn - Ensure timely, accurate monthly, quarterly and annual reporting to both UK leadership and Group headquarters - Maintain rigorous financial controls and governance frameworks - Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes - Manage relationships with external auditors to deliver consistently clean audit outcomes - Oversee tax planning and compliance, working with specialist advisors to optimise the Group's tax position - Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards including FRS101, FRS102, and IFRS Commercial & Business Partnering - Act as key financial partner to business unit Managing Directors - Provide sophisticated financial analysis to support strategic decision-making - Challenge commercial assumptions and ensure robust business cases for investments - Identify profit maximisation opportunities and develop strategies to action - Present financial performance and insights to senior stakeholders at local and Group level Risk Management & Governance - Ensure robust Internal Control Framework for Financial Reporting (ICFR) - Develop and maintain effective risk management strategies - Lead the ongoing enhancement of financial policies and procedures - Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and Group policies - Maintain oversight of cash management and working capital optimisation Systems & Process Innovation - Partner with IT to drive digital transformation within finance operations - Lead the evaluation and implementation of finance technology solutions - Develop enhanced management information systems and reporting tools - Champion process automation and efficiency improvements - Design and implement data analytics capabilities to provide deeper business insights Person specification and experience required: - Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 10+ years post-qualification experience - Minimum 10 years in a senior finance leadership role - Experience within an SME background an advantage due to the businesses operating as stand-alone units - Proven track record of leading and developing finance teams of 10+ people - Experience working in a matrix structure within a multinational organisation - Demonstrable success in business partnering with commercial operations - Experience managing financial integrations and change projects - Strong background in financial reporting, planning and analysis - Experience with ERP systems implementation or optimisation (JDE experience advantageous) - Distinct advantage if you have previous FMCG industry experience; or worked within another Manufacturing company. Technical Skills - Expert knowledge of UK accounting standards and IFRS - Advanced Excel and financial modelling capabilities - Strong understanding of tax legislation and treasury management - Experience with business intelligence tools and data visualisation - Working knowledge of modern finance technologies and automation tools - Familiarity with internal controls frameworks and risk management Additional benefits include; Car Allowance 7,000. Annual holiday allowance 25 days. After 4 years completed service, it will increase to 26 days and after 5 years completed service it will increase to 28 days. Employees will be given the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per holiday. Pension: Group personal pension, company contribution of 4%. Life Cover: 3 x your salary in the event of your death to your nominated beneficiary Medical plan
Senior Group Accountant Salary 85,000- 90,000 DOE Well established manufacturing organisation based in Basildon - Must be a car-driver Permanent/Full Time/ Hybrid Industry; Manufacturing, Accountancy (Applications from those who only have a practise background will not be shortlisted for this role as experience in industry is essential). You must be a car driver due to the location of our clients office. Our client, a reputable, well established manufacturing business with a UK turnover of over 350 million (Global turnover much larger / billions) is recruiting for an experienced Senior Group Accountant near Basildon. They are an international operation and previous experience within the manufacturing industry (or closely related) is essential. The Senior Group Accountant will be fully qualified (ACCA / CIMA ) and have had a strong previous working background (minimum 5 years) as well as previous experience working within a reputable, high turnover organisation. You must have previous experience in a control environment, SOX / ICFR or similar. Knowledge of IFRS is preferable, FRS 101/FRS102 experience is essential. previous Group Accounting experience desirable. Financial reporting experience is key and you must be able to demonstrate previous experience of the following; Monthly Group Reporting Group External Financial Reporting External audit management - Key contact point Providing accounting and commercial support to the organisation as applicable Own the Group accounting policies (Controls) Own the Tax Risk management for the Group, and ensure compliance in corporate and VAT tax matters. Own the relationship with external advisors. Preparation of month end journals, reconciliations, financial statements, and other financial accounting activities IFRS experience preferable. Experience in a control environment - ICFR / SOX Internal audit management Impairment reviews Corporation Tax VAT Statutory accounts production - FRS 101 & FRS102 experience required. Staff management Change management (processes and integration) When submitting your CV for consideration for the Senior Group Accountant role near Romford, please ensure your experience reflects the above where possible or alternatively please submit a cover letter with your application to demonstrate your experience in the above areas. Company Benefits Holidays: 25 days (April to March) Increases with service to 28 days. Additional leave of up to 10 days in the anniversary for long service milestones. Pension: Group personal pension, company contribution of 4%. Life Cover: 3 x your salary in the event of your death to your nominated beneficiary. Occupational maternity pay plus SMP. Accident Cover: Disability compensation Payment. BUPA & BUPA cash plan: Our client pays for Individual Cover or Family. Employee has the option to increase the benefit. Employee Star Award. Employee Assistance Programme. Lunches: Free every day (equates to value of 700). Free drinks available all day Quarterly Staff Samples. Heavily subsidised sports and social events. Annual company BBQ. Annual flu vaccination. Please note, you must be a car driver for this role as the location of the office is not accessible by public transport. This role is hybrid and travel to the office will be required (2-3 times a week). Please disclose your location on your CV as those who do not have their location noted may see a delay in the success of their application being processed. We are currently only accepting applications from those who reside in the UK, with full Visa status. Applications from outside of the UK will not be shortlisted. If you have plans to relocate, please disclose this via your CV / a cover letter to accompany your application. If you would like to discuss this Accountancy role in more detail, please apply with your CV or alternatively contact member of the team.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Senior Group Accountant Salary 85,000- 90,000 DOE Well established manufacturing organisation based in Basildon - Must be a car-driver Permanent/Full Time/ Hybrid Industry; Manufacturing, Accountancy (Applications from those who only have a practise background will not be shortlisted for this role as experience in industry is essential). You must be a car driver due to the location of our clients office. Our client, a reputable, well established manufacturing business with a UK turnover of over 350 million (Global turnover much larger / billions) is recruiting for an experienced Senior Group Accountant near Basildon. They are an international operation and previous experience within the manufacturing industry (or closely related) is essential. The Senior Group Accountant will be fully qualified (ACCA / CIMA ) and have had a strong previous working background (minimum 5 years) as well as previous experience working within a reputable, high turnover organisation. You must have previous experience in a control environment, SOX / ICFR or similar. Knowledge of IFRS is preferable, FRS 101/FRS102 experience is essential. previous Group Accounting experience desirable. Financial reporting experience is key and you must be able to demonstrate previous experience of the following; Monthly Group Reporting Group External Financial Reporting External audit management - Key contact point Providing accounting and commercial support to the organisation as applicable Own the Group accounting policies (Controls) Own the Tax Risk management for the Group, and ensure compliance in corporate and VAT tax matters. Own the relationship with external advisors. Preparation of month end journals, reconciliations, financial statements, and other financial accounting activities IFRS experience preferable. Experience in a control environment - ICFR / SOX Internal audit management Impairment reviews Corporation Tax VAT Statutory accounts production - FRS 101 & FRS102 experience required. Staff management Change management (processes and integration) When submitting your CV for consideration for the Senior Group Accountant role near Romford, please ensure your experience reflects the above where possible or alternatively please submit a cover letter with your application to demonstrate your experience in the above areas. Company Benefits Holidays: 25 days (April to March) Increases with service to 28 days. Additional leave of up to 10 days in the anniversary for long service milestones. Pension: Group personal pension, company contribution of 4%. Life Cover: 3 x your salary in the event of your death to your nominated beneficiary. Occupational maternity pay plus SMP. Accident Cover: Disability compensation Payment. BUPA & BUPA cash plan: Our client pays for Individual Cover or Family. Employee has the option to increase the benefit. Employee Star Award. Employee Assistance Programme. Lunches: Free every day (equates to value of 700). Free drinks available all day Quarterly Staff Samples. Heavily subsidised sports and social events. Annual company BBQ. Annual flu vaccination. Please note, you must be a car driver for this role as the location of the office is not accessible by public transport. This role is hybrid and travel to the office will be required (2-3 times a week). Please disclose your location on your CV as those who do not have their location noted may see a delay in the success of their application being processed. We are currently only accepting applications from those who reside in the UK, with full Visa status. Applications from outside of the UK will not be shortlisted. If you have plans to relocate, please disclose this via your CV / a cover letter to accompany your application. If you would like to discuss this Accountancy role in more detail, please apply with your CV or alternatively contact member of the team.
Pursuit Executive Recruitment Ltd
Dartford, London
Engineering Manager - Leading FMCG Manufacturing Organisation Salary: 65,000 - 72,000 DOE +E xcellent Benefits Package Location: Dartford / M25 Holidays: 25 days, Increases with service to 28 days. Additional leave of up to 10 days in the anniversary for long service milestones. Pension: Group personal pension, company contribution of 4%. Life Cover: 3 x your salary in the event of your death to your nominated beneficiary. Occupational maternity pay plus SMP. Accident Cover: Disability compensation Payment. BUPA cash plan: Individual Cover or Family. Employee has the option to increase the benefit. Employee Star Award. Employee Assistance Programme. Free lunches every day. Annual company BBQ. Annual flu vaccination. Please note; you must have full rights to work in the UK without limitations to be considered for the Engineering Manager position. About the role Our client, a highly reputable and well-established FMCG organisation, is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to join their dynamic team. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead engineering excellence within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, driving both operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives. The Role: As Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for managing a skilled engineering team to deliver exceptional standards that enable the business to supply customers on time, in full, at the right quality, and within a safe working environment. You will drive improvements across the site, deliver capex projects, and manage engineering budgets in line with business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing engineering team across a 24/7 manufacturing environment Provide technical leadership ensuring alignment with company goals and customer requirements Oversee project planning, scheduling and execution, delivering on time and within budget Drive innovation and continuous improvement, identifying optimisation opportunities Manage relationships with external suppliers, contractors and cross-functional teams Ensure plant safety compliance with H&S legislation as Site Electrical Duty Holder Oversee engineering stores management, critical spares, and CPPM system optimisation Champion food safety and quality standards, supporting accreditation requirements Lead Lean manufacturing initiatives and improvement projects Essential Requirements: Engineering degree or related qualification Minimum 10 years engineering experience with proven leadership and management track record Strong technical background in automation systems Experience delivering capex projects on time and within budget Financial acumen with budget management experience Food industry or highly regulated industry experience preferred Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills Problem-solving expertise and incident management capabilities
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Engineering Manager - Leading FMCG Manufacturing Organisation Salary: 65,000 - 72,000 DOE +E xcellent Benefits Package Location: Dartford / M25 Holidays: 25 days, Increases with service to 28 days. Additional leave of up to 10 days in the anniversary for long service milestones. Pension: Group personal pension, company contribution of 4%. Life Cover: 3 x your salary in the event of your death to your nominated beneficiary. Occupational maternity pay plus SMP. Accident Cover: Disability compensation Payment. BUPA cash plan: Individual Cover or Family. Employee has the option to increase the benefit. Employee Star Award. Employee Assistance Programme. Free lunches every day. Annual company BBQ. Annual flu vaccination. Please note; you must have full rights to work in the UK without limitations to be considered for the Engineering Manager position. About the role Our client, a highly reputable and well-established FMCG organisation, is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to join their dynamic team. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead engineering excellence within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, driving both operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives. The Role: As Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for managing a skilled engineering team to deliver exceptional standards that enable the business to supply customers on time, in full, at the right quality, and within a safe working environment. You will drive improvements across the site, deliver capex projects, and manage engineering budgets in line with business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing engineering team across a 24/7 manufacturing environment Provide technical leadership ensuring alignment with company goals and customer requirements Oversee project planning, scheduling and execution, delivering on time and within budget Drive innovation and continuous improvement, identifying optimisation opportunities Manage relationships with external suppliers, contractors and cross-functional teams Ensure plant safety compliance with H&S legislation as Site Electrical Duty Holder Oversee engineering stores management, critical spares, and CPPM system optimisation Champion food safety and quality standards, supporting accreditation requirements Lead Lean manufacturing initiatives and improvement projects Essential Requirements: Engineering degree or related qualification Minimum 10 years engineering experience with proven leadership and management track record Strong technical background in automation systems Experience delivering capex projects on time and within budget Financial acumen with budget management experience Food industry or highly regulated industry experience preferred Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills Problem-solving expertise and incident management capabilities
