AJ Chambers

Private Client Tax Manager Salary: Up to £65,000 Working Arrangements: Hybrid & Flexible Working Location: Cambridge Role Description An innovative and expanding accountancy firm is embracing modern technology and closer client partnerships to deliver a more commercial, advisory-focused service. This is a highly relationship-focused role offering ownership of a portfolio of private clients, trusts, estates and owner-managed businesses. You'll work closely with clients on a range of personal tax matters, whilst having direct access to senior leadership and the opportunity to play a key role in the growth of the firm's private client offering. What's in it for you? Hybrid and flexible working Private healthcare Pension scheme Advisory-focused role Modern technology-driven environment Direct access to senior leadership Genuine Director and Equity Partner progression opportunities Opportunity to help shape and grow a private client service line What you'll do Manage a portfolio of private clients, trusts and estates Review personal, partnership and trust tax returns Deliver advisory work across personal tax, CGT, IHT and trust taxation Build and maintain strong client relationships Manage compliance deadlines across your portfolio Support and develop junior team members Work closely with colleagues across tax, accounting and advisory services Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and service offerings Contribute to the growth of the firm's private client and family business offering What you'll need CTA, ATT, ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification Strong personal tax experience gained within practice Experience managing portfolios of private clients, trusts and estates Technical knowledge across personal tax, CGT, IHT and trust taxation Strong client relationship and communication skills Commercial mindset and interest in advisory work Ambition to progress and take on greater responsibility Ready to apply? If you're a Personal Tax professional looking for a more advisory-focused role with genuine progression opportunities and the chance to make a real impact within a growing firm, please apply directly with your CV or contact Harry Watson at AJ Chambers for a confidential discussion.

We are hiring for a Booking Administrator on behalf of a Logistics company. This role is full-time, permanent, offering a competitive salary and benefits package. This is fully office based, working hours of 8.30 am - 5.30 pm. Main duties Monitor mailbox and make sure everything is replied to / actioned in a timely manner. Participate in next day administration tasks in a timely manner - pin checking, call overs, chasing any missing info. Participate in all day-to-day CS/ administration activities including, actioning emails, speaking to customers, distributing emails to correct people. Assist with effective liaison, support and assistance between CS/administration department and customers / rest of company. Assist in checking rate confirmations, rating jobs and sending invoices. Participate in basic administration jobs such as answering telephone calls, data input & arranging meetings. Liaise with support teams to solve any IT or system issues that affect your team. Holiday cover as needed. Must have Valid driving licence, due to the location of the role. Strong IT skills - knowledge in Microsoft Office & Excel. Be willing to learn new software. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Good punctuation and attendance. For more information please apply directly.

We are hiring for a Customer Service Booking Administrator on behalf of a Logistics company. This role is full-time, offering a competitive salary and benefits package, fully office based, working hours of 8.30 am - 5.30 pm. This is an initial 12 month FTC. Main responsibility - Key account (one customer) rating, rate checking, and invoicing Rating all jobs in screen making sure they have any ancillaries that are needed. Checking weekly RCNs for any queries. Checking wasted charges. Resolve any queries. Weekly invoicing making sure nothing outstanding. Review and send credits. Rate screen maintenance. Oversee mailbox. Secondary responsibility - CS / Bookings Admin Monitor mailbox and make sure everything is replied to / actioned in a timely manner. Participate in next day administration tasks in a timely manner - pin checking, call overs, chasing any missing info. Participate in all day-to-day administration activities including, actioning emails, speaking to customers, distributing emails to correct people. Assist with effective liaison, support and assistance between CS department and customers / rest of company. Participate in basic administration jobs such as answering telephone calls, data input & arranging meetings. Liaise with support teams to solve any IT or system issues that affect your team. Holiday cover as needed. Must have Driving license and own transport due to office location. Strong IT skills - knowledge in Microsoft Office & Excel. Be willing to learn new software. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Good punctuation and attendance. For more information please apply directly.

Driver Training & Development Manager Transport & Logistics Sector Stanford-le-Hope We are recruiting for an experienced Driver Training & Development Manager to join a successful and growing transport operation. This is a key role responsible for leading driver training, development and compliance across the business, ensuring drivers operate safely, professionally and in line with company, customer and legal requirements. Working closely with Fleet, Operations, Compliance and HR teams, you will oversee driver onboarding, training programmes, driver performance improvement and safety initiatives across multiple depots. Key responsibilities: • Leading and developing driver training programmes across the business • Managing and supporting Lead Driver Trainers and Driver Mentors • Overseeing driver onboarding, assessments and probation sign-off • Monitoring driver performance, telematics alerts and compliance trends • Delivering coaching and refresher training to improve driver standards • Maintaining accurate training, CPC and compliance records • Supporting incident investigations and safety improvement initiatives • Producing KPI reports and identifying areas for continuous improvement What we're looking for: Valid Category C+E (Class 1) Driving Licence Valid Driver CPC and Tachograph Driver Trainer / Train the Trainer qualification (or equivalent) RHA Driver Assessor qualification (or equivalent) Strong knowledge of transport compliance and driver standards Experience coaching, mentoring and developing drivers Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail Ideally, candidates will have previous experience within the transport, logistics, haulage or fleet environment , with experience managing driver training, compliance, telematics, and operational improvement initiatives. Experience with systems such as Samsara, KPI reporting, and working across multiple depots would be highly advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity for a safety-focused transport professional looking to make a real impact on driver performance and operational standards. Apply ASAP to be considered.

Accounts Semi-Senior Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 Working Arrangements: Full Time Hybrid Flexible Working Available Location: Ipswich Role Description I'm working with a leading accountancy and business advisory firm that is looking to expand its team in Ipswich. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual currently studying towards ACA or ACCA, or looking to continue their professional development within a supportive and forward-thinking practice environment. You'll work with a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, supporting the preparation of accounts, bookkeeping, VAT returns, and wider compliance work while gaining exposure to more complex assignments and developing your technical expertise. Working alongside experienced Managers and Partners, you'll receive ongoing support, training and clear progression opportunities. What's in it for you? Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Clear progression opportunities within a growing firm Exposure to complex corporate tax advisory work Collaborative and supportive team culture 23 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Regular team social events TOIL Free Parking What you'll do Prepare statutory accounts for a range of owner-managed businesses Assist with bookkeeping, VAT returns and management accounts preparation Process financial information and maintain accurate accounting records Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies Communicate with clients to request information and resolve queries Support the preparation of corporation tax computations and related compliance work Work closely with senior team members on more complex assignments Identify areas of risk or concern and escalate appropriately Ensure work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines Build strong client relationships and deliver excellent client service Continue developing technical knowledge across accounting, tax and compliance matters What you'll need Currently studying towards ACA or ACCA, or planning to commence studies Previous experience gained within a UK accountancy practice Experience preparing accounts, VAT returns and bookkeeping assignments Ready to apply? If you're looking to develop your career within a highly respected accountancy firm that offers excellent training, support and progression opportunities, then apply directly with your CV or contact Harry Watson for a confidential discussion.