Verrus Group

With ambitious growth objectives in place for 2026 and beyond, we re currently looking to hear from the very best graduate, sales and recruitment talent on the market. A successful executive recruitment business operating across a range of established and emerging sectors, Verrus have a proven track record for proactively delivering game-changing senior professionals to a predominantly international client base that ranges from rapid growth start-ups to established corporations. We are presently looking to capitalise on strong business pipeline by adding to several of our specialist practices that operate in the growth verticals of: FFI (Flavours, Fragrances & Ingredients) Animal Health Intralogistics & Warehouse Automation Mechanical Services Data Center Supply Chain Finance Mining Machinery As an Executive Recruiter within one of these teams, you ll be responsible for meeting billing objectives through the permanent placement of mid-level to C-suite professionals on a global basis but with particular focus across North America, EMEA, and APAC. This is a 360-recruitment role, so business development will form a significant part of your day to day: Identifying and winning new clients through the proactive marketing of the best talent in your assigned sector specialism. What We re Looking For: A minimum bachelor s degree qualification Confident, engaging, and articulate interpersonal skills First class written and verbal communication in English (additional languages advantageous) A bold, dynamic, competitive, and charismatic personality. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and commercial awareness Self-motivation, proactivity, tenacity, and resilience. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft365 products, LinkedIn and AI tools The ability to multi-task and prioritise across multiple concurrent projects/campaigns. Prior recruitment, consulting, sales, or business development experience or prior exposure to one or more of the above-mentioned sectors would clearly be advantageous, but this is by no means a prerequisite as full and ongoing training will be provided. Your success and advancement will more likely be dictated by your attitude, drive and application. What s In It for You? A highly competitive basic salary Company pension scheme A transparent and collaborative team culture underpinned by our core values of trust and integrity. A comprehensive onboarding process with ongoing training, development, and support Clear opportunities to progress through the business as we continue to grow, our talent pathway offering either senior consultant or leadership routes of advancement. A fabulous working environment in one of Leeds City Centre s landmark office buildings A rapid selection and assessment process Access to cutting edge tools, resources, technology, AI, and software platforms. Team social events, incentive-based trips, executive club overseas weekends away. (Qualifying) enrolment within GymFlex health & fitness incentive. If uncapped earning potential and rapid, meritocratic career progression are your prime drivers, then you might prove to be an important component of our continued growth and success.

This is an exciting opportunity to oversee the finances of an established and expanding executive recruitment business based in Leeds. Operating across a range of established and emerging sectors, Verrus have a proven track record for proactively delivering game-changing senior professionals to a predominantly international client base that ranges from rapid growth start-ups to established corporations. Working closely alongside the company s two founding Directors, the successful candidate will assume responsibility for: Maintaining the company s financial records on Sage Preparing accurate monthly management information for the Directors Implementing and maintaining robust internal controls appropriate for an expanding company Managing and reconciling sales and purchase ledgers and investigating discrepancies Preparing & submitting quarterly VAT returns Preparing monthly payroll, including commission/bonus structures Ensuring compliance with HMRC Maintaining & updating fixed asset records Producing budgets and forecasts and measuring performance against these Managing cash flow Liaise with the company s external accountants on statutory accounts and corporation tax Applicants will be expected to demonstrate: Proven experience of managing the finances of an SME business. Strong management accounting experience. Ability to manage multiple financial priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Sound understanding of UK accounting principles, VAT regulations, payroll processes, and HMRC compliance requirements. Experience of producing budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify, investigate, and resolve financial discrepancies. Proficiency in Sage and Microsoft Excel, including the ability to analyse and present financial data effectively. This is more a transactional opening more than a strategic / FD role. Specific hours are to be determined but we envisage it will equate to between 2 and 4 days per month.