VH Talent Limited
Birstall, Leicestershire
Job Title: Personal Assistant Location: Leicester - LE4 Working Hours: Monday Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm (40 hours per week) Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum VH Talent is delighted to be working in partnership with a global manufacturing facility to appoint a proactive Personal Assistant. Providing comprehensive support to the CEO of a successful manufacturing business based in Leicester. This is a varied and fast-paced role that will suit an experienced PA who thrives in a professional environment and enjoys being at the heart of business operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office while providing exceptional administrative and organisational support to the CEO and wider business. Quick snapshot of the Personal Assistant role: Provide dedicated administrative and personal assistant support to the CEO Manage and coordinate the CEO's diary, appointments, and daily schedule Arrange travel, flights, accommodation, and itineraries for business trips Prepare meeting rooms and ensure audio-visual equipment is set up for both virtual and in-person meetings Welcome and assist customers, visitors, and external stakeholders, ensuring a professional experience Maintain office supplies, stationery, and equipment, placing orders when required Organise, manage, and maintain company paperwork and filing systems Store and manage invoices, collating relevant documentation for bookkeeping and tax purposes Support general office management activities to ensure efficient business operations Manage personal administration, household matters, and property portfolio coordination. Assist with ad-hoc projects and administrative tasks as required. You ll need: Previous experience in a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or Office Manager role Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environment would be advantageous Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise confidently at all levels Exceptional organisational skills with a methodical approach and keen attention to detail Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure Ability to anticipate issues and proactively implement solutions Adaptable and able to respond quickly and effectively to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong IT skills and proficiency with Google Workspace would be advantageous Full UK Driving Licence is essential, as occasional travel may be required Flexibility to undertake occasional out-of-hours work in line with business requirements Please note: This is a fully site-based position and does not offer remote or hybrid working What's in it for you? 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays Company pension scheme Discretionary annual bonus Opportunity to work directly alongside the CEO in a trusted and influential role Exposure to all areas of the business, providing valuable insight into company operations and leadership The chance to make a genuine impact on the day-to-day success and growth of the business Stable, permanent position within an established and successful manufacturing company Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and contribute to key business activities. Free on-site parking. VH Talent Your Permanent & Fixed-Term Contract Recruitment Partner
Job Title: Personal Assistant Location: Leicester - LE4 Working Hours: Monday Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm (40 hours per week) Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum VH Talent is delighted to be working in partnership with a global manufacturing facility to appoint a proactive Personal Assistant. Providing comprehensive support to the CEO of a successful manufacturing business based in Leicester. This is a varied and fast-paced role that will suit an experienced PA who thrives in a professional environment and enjoys being at the heart of business operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office while providing exceptional administrative and organisational support to the CEO and wider business. Quick snapshot of the Personal Assistant role: Provide dedicated administrative and personal assistant support to the CEO Manage and coordinate the CEO's diary, appointments, and daily schedule Arrange travel, flights, accommodation, and itineraries for business trips Prepare meeting rooms and ensure audio-visual equipment is set up for both virtual and in-person meetings Welcome and assist customers, visitors, and external stakeholders, ensuring a professional experience Maintain office supplies, stationery, and equipment, placing orders when required Organise, manage, and maintain company paperwork and filing systems Store and manage invoices, collating relevant documentation for bookkeeping and tax purposes Support general office management activities to ensure efficient business operations Manage personal administration, household matters, and property portfolio coordination. Assist with ad-hoc projects and administrative tasks as required. You ll need: Previous experience in a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or Office Manager role Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environment would be advantageous Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise confidently at all levels Exceptional organisational skills with a methodical approach and keen attention to detail Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure Ability to anticipate issues and proactively implement solutions Adaptable and able to respond quickly and effectively to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong IT skills and proficiency with Google Workspace would be advantageous Full UK Driving Licence is essential, as occasional travel may be required Flexibility to undertake occasional out-of-hours work in line with business requirements Please note: This is a fully site-based position and does not offer remote or hybrid working What's in it for you? 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays Company pension scheme Discretionary annual bonus Opportunity to work directly alongside the CEO in a trusted and influential role Exposure to all areas of the business, providing valuable insight into company operations and leadership The chance to make a genuine impact on the day-to-day success and growth of the business Stable, permanent position within an established and successful manufacturing company Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and contribute to key business activities. Free on-site parking. VH Talent Your Permanent & Fixed-Term Contract Recruitment Partner
VH Talent Limited
Loughborough, Leicestershire
Title: Site Accountant - Part-Qualified Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Working Hours: Monday Friday, Day Shift Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire VH Talent is excited to be supporting our client, a global engineering organisation with appointing an experienced Site Accountant. This is a fantastic role for someone with a strong background in both accounting and analytical work who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is keen to further develop their skills and experience. You ll play a key role in supporting the Finance Team, delivering insightful analysis and financial reporting to the wider business, while working closely with a collaborative and forward-thinking team. Advanced MS Excel skills are essential, as Excel is central to many of our financial processes, and experience in financial forecasting and modelling would be highly beneficial. If you re adaptable, proactive, and looking for an opportunity where you can make a real impact while continuing to grow professionally, we d love to hear from you. Quick snapshot of the Site Accountant - Part-Qualified Role: Review and interpret financial data, producing clear and insightful reports. Maintain compliance with relevant accounting frameworks and regulatory standards, including GAAP, IFRS, and SOX. Analyse and forecast trends across sales, costs, and other key operational drivers to support effective financial planning and business decision-making. Contribute to the monthly close cycle through the preparation of journal entries, completion of reconciliations, and detailed review of general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data. Work closely with the Financial Controller to strengthen internal controls, enhance business processes, and ensure ongoing compliance with company policies and SOX requirements. Deliver month-end reporting activities in accordance with divisional, group, and corporate deadlines. Assist with rolling forecasts, annual budgets, weekly flash reporting, bridge analysis, P&L reviews, WIN scorecard reporting, and wider management reporting requirements. Provide additional financial and operational support across the team as required. You ll Need: ACCA / CIMA / ACA - Part-qualified Accountant with ongoing studies Strong capability in Excel, with experience in developing and working with financial forecasting models considered a plus. Good working knowledge of financial reporting, accounting practices, and control frameworks, with exposure to compliance standards such as US GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Strong understanding of core accounting principles, including accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and depreciation, as well as a working knowledge of VAT, taxation fundamentals, and inter-company accounting processes. Demonstrated experience in producing management accounts, preparing journals, and completing balance sheet reconciliations, with additional exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and financial variance analysis. Broad experience across financial analysis, reporting, and accounting, built through roles of increasing complexity and responsibility. Well-organised, has attention to detail and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrates sound judgement and analytical ability, with confidence in interpreting financial data and resolving issues independently. Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills, able to present financial concepts clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Competent in Microsoft Office tools and familiar with working with data systems or databases. With excellent Excel experience (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas) What s in it for you: 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays Performance related bonus Competitive company pension scheme Genuine opportunities for training and career development Employee engagement initiatives Early finish on Fridays Permanent position Additional employee benefits and perks VH Talent your Permanent and FTC Recruitment Partner!
Title: Site Accountant - Part-Qualified Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Working Hours: Monday Friday, Day Shift Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire VH Talent is excited to be supporting our client, a global engineering organisation with appointing an experienced Site Accountant. This is a fantastic role for someone with a strong background in both accounting and analytical work who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is keen to further develop their skills and experience. You ll play a key role in supporting the Finance Team, delivering insightful analysis and financial reporting to the wider business, while working closely with a collaborative and forward-thinking team. Advanced MS Excel skills are essential, as Excel is central to many of our financial processes, and experience in financial forecasting and modelling would be highly beneficial. If you re adaptable, proactive, and looking for an opportunity where you can make a real impact while continuing to grow professionally, we d love to hear from you. Quick snapshot of the Site Accountant - Part-Qualified Role: Review and interpret financial data, producing clear and insightful reports. Maintain compliance with relevant accounting frameworks and regulatory standards, including GAAP, IFRS, and SOX. Analyse and forecast trends across sales, costs, and other key operational drivers to support effective financial planning and business decision-making. Contribute to the monthly close cycle through the preparation of journal entries, completion of reconciliations, and detailed review of general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data. Work closely with the Financial Controller to strengthen internal controls, enhance business processes, and ensure ongoing compliance with company policies and SOX requirements. Deliver month-end reporting activities in accordance with divisional, group, and corporate deadlines. Assist with rolling forecasts, annual budgets, weekly flash reporting, bridge analysis, P&L reviews, WIN scorecard reporting, and wider management reporting requirements. Provide additional financial and operational support across the team as required. You ll Need: ACCA / CIMA / ACA - Part-qualified Accountant with ongoing studies Strong capability in Excel, with experience in developing and working with financial forecasting models considered a plus. Good working knowledge of financial reporting, accounting practices, and control frameworks, with exposure to compliance standards such as US GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Strong understanding of core accounting principles, including accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and depreciation, as well as a working knowledge of VAT, taxation fundamentals, and inter-company accounting processes. Demonstrated experience in producing management accounts, preparing journals, and completing balance sheet reconciliations, with additional exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and financial variance analysis. Broad experience across financial analysis, reporting, and accounting, built through roles of increasing complexity and responsibility. Well-organised, has attention to detail and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrates sound judgement and analytical ability, with confidence in interpreting financial data and resolving issues independently. Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills, able to present financial concepts clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Competent in Microsoft Office tools and familiar with working with data systems or databases. With excellent Excel experience (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas) What s in it for you: 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays Performance related bonus Competitive company pension scheme Genuine opportunities for training and career development Employee engagement initiatives Early finish on Fridays Permanent position Additional employee benefits and perks VH Talent your Permanent and FTC Recruitment Partner!
VH Talent Limited
Leicester, Leicestershire
Title: Material Technologist (Compounds) Salary: Dependent on experience Working hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 5:00pm and Friday 8:30am - 2:00pm (37.5 hours per week) Location: Leicester, Leicestershire VH Talent is delighted to partner with our renowned client, a leading global engineering company, to appoint a skilled Material Technologist (Compounds). The Material Technologist will support the development, testing, and evaluation of raw materials, chemical solutions, and compound formulations used in manufacturing. Whilst also assisting in analysing material properties to ensure performance, quality, and suitability for production applications. If you re ready for the challenge, we d love to hear from you! Please note this is a site based role not hybrid The Material Technologist Role: Assist in developing, testing, and evaluating new compounding materials and mixing processes to ensure they meet required specifications Identify, investigate and assist in addressing production and process-related failures Evaluate chemical risks in accordance with COSHH regulations and provide corresponding hazard warning cards Update, monitor and maintain process and solution specifications Assist with failure analysis and root cause analysis/investigation Regular communication with internal departments, other sites, customers, suppliers and other external personnel Support with carrying out testing methods Conduct laboratory experiments and physical testing of materials Generate and maintain Bill of Materials for all production compound recipes Accurate report writing, documenting and filing Maintain a commitment to continuous improvement Compliance with health, safety, and housekeeping standards Work to department targets and wider business objectives Support with other duties and activities within the department as required You ll Need: Analytical approach and excellent problem-solving skills Experience of interpreting test results and identify trends or anomalies Basic understanding of compound formulation principles and curing systems Experience of reporting writing and reading specifications Has attention to detail and methodical approach Some knowledge of rubber polymers and their compounding procedures Experience in assessment of risks and hazardous materials Experience in conducting physical and chemical testing of rubber compounds (e.g., tensile, hardness, rheometry) would be highly advantageous Proficient in Microsoft packages and various IT systems Engineering or Scientific (Chemistry or Polymer) qualification(s) would be advantageous What s in it for you: 25 Days annual leave + Bank Holidays Early finish Fridays Onsite subsidised canteen Health and wellbeing activities Employee Assistance Program Company pension VH Talent, your Permanent and FTC Recruitment Partner!
Title: Material Technologist (Compounds) Salary: Dependent on experience Working hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 5:00pm and Friday 8:30am - 2:00pm (37.5 hours per week) Location: Leicester, Leicestershire VH Talent is delighted to partner with our renowned client, a leading global engineering company, to appoint a skilled Material Technologist (Compounds). The Material Technologist will support the development, testing, and evaluation of raw materials, chemical solutions, and compound formulations used in manufacturing. Whilst also assisting in analysing material properties to ensure performance, quality, and suitability for production applications. If you re ready for the challenge, we d love to hear from you! Please note this is a site based role not hybrid The Material Technologist Role: Assist in developing, testing, and evaluating new compounding materials and mixing processes to ensure they meet required specifications Identify, investigate and assist in addressing production and process-related failures Evaluate chemical risks in accordance with COSHH regulations and provide corresponding hazard warning cards Update, monitor and maintain process and solution specifications Assist with failure analysis and root cause analysis/investigation Regular communication with internal departments, other sites, customers, suppliers and other external personnel Support with carrying out testing methods Conduct laboratory experiments and physical testing of materials Generate and maintain Bill of Materials for all production compound recipes Accurate report writing, documenting and filing Maintain a commitment to continuous improvement Compliance with health, safety, and housekeeping standards Work to department targets and wider business objectives Support with other duties and activities within the department as required You ll Need: Analytical approach and excellent problem-solving skills Experience of interpreting test results and identify trends or anomalies Basic understanding of compound formulation principles and curing systems Experience of reporting writing and reading specifications Has attention to detail and methodical approach Some knowledge of rubber polymers and their compounding procedures Experience in assessment of risks and hazardous materials Experience in conducting physical and chemical testing of rubber compounds (e.g., tensile, hardness, rheometry) would be highly advantageous Proficient in Microsoft packages and various IT systems Engineering or Scientific (Chemistry or Polymer) qualification(s) would be advantageous What s in it for you: 25 Days annual leave + Bank Holidays Early finish Fridays Onsite subsidised canteen Health and wellbeing activities Employee Assistance Program Company pension VH Talent, your Permanent and FTC Recruitment Partner!
