ABOUT US The Guinness Partnership is one of the leading providers of affordable housing in England. We build and manage homes and provide housing services for nearly 160,000 residents nationwide. Our vision is to deliver great service, provide great homes, to be a great business and to be a great place to work. Because everything we do is about our residents, our communities and our people, any pro click apply for full job details
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
ABOUT US The Guinness Partnership is one of the leading providers of affordable housing in England. We build and manage homes and provide housing services for nearly 160,000 residents nationwide. Our vision is to deliver great service, provide great homes, to be a great business and to be a great place to work. Because everything we do is about our residents, our communities and our people, any pro click apply for full job details
Are you an experienced Inventory Planner with a strong SAP background, looking to deepen your impact within a fast-paced FMCG or retail environment? This is an opportunity to join a well-established consumer goods business, supporting inventory accuracy, availability, and reporting across a high-volume, multi-SKU operation. The Company A highly respected consumer goods organisation operating across the UK and international markets, this business is known for its strong brand portfolio, robust supply chain infrastructure, and commitment to continuous improvement. With a collaborative and commercially minded culture, the company offers long-term development opportunities within supply chain and operations. The Role Sitting within the Supply Chain function, the Inventory Planner will play a critical role in managing stock integrity and availability, with a particular focus on SAP driven planning, reconciliation, and performance reporting. You ll work closely with Operations, Demand Planning, Finance, and Commercial teams to ensure inventory accuracy while balancing service level and working capital targets. This role is well-suited to someone coming from an FMCG or retail background, comfortable working with complex data, tight timelines, and high stock turnover. Key Responsibilities Manage inventory levels across multiple SKUs and locations using SAP, ensuring availability and service targets are consistently met. Own inventory reconciliation processes, including cycle counts, stock adjustments, variance investigation, and month-end close support. Produce and maintain inventory reports and dashboards, tracking KPIs such as stock cover, availability, slow-moving and obsolete stock. Work closely with Demand Planning to align forecasts, promotions, and replenishment plans. Support purchase order planning and stock movements in line with lead times, capacity, and operational constraints. Partner with Operations and Finance to resolve discrepancies and improve stock accuracy. Identify risks and opportunities within inventory performance, recommending corrective actions where required. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across SAP processes, data accuracy, and reporting standards. What We re Looking For Proven experience in an Inventory Planner / Inventory Coordinator / Stock Analyst role within FMCG or retail. Strong SAP experience (MM, APO, or similar modules highly desirable). Solid experience with inventory reconciliation, reporting, and variance analysis. Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting (pivot tables, lookups, etc.). Highly organised, detail-focused, and comfortable managing competing priorities. Confident communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment. Interested? Click Apply or email your CV to (url removed) The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Inventory Planner with a strong SAP background, looking to deepen your impact within a fast-paced FMCG or retail environment? This is an opportunity to join a well-established consumer goods business, supporting inventory accuracy, availability, and reporting across a high-volume, multi-SKU operation. The Company A highly respected consumer goods organisation operating across the UK and international markets, this business is known for its strong brand portfolio, robust supply chain infrastructure, and commitment to continuous improvement. With a collaborative and commercially minded culture, the company offers long-term development opportunities within supply chain and operations. The Role Sitting within the Supply Chain function, the Inventory Planner will play a critical role in managing stock integrity and availability, with a particular focus on SAP driven planning, reconciliation, and performance reporting. You ll work closely with Operations, Demand Planning, Finance, and Commercial teams to ensure inventory accuracy while balancing service level and working capital targets. This role is well-suited to someone coming from an FMCG or retail background, comfortable working with complex data, tight timelines, and high stock turnover. Key Responsibilities Manage inventory levels across multiple SKUs and locations using SAP, ensuring availability and service targets are consistently met. Own inventory reconciliation processes, including cycle counts, stock adjustments, variance investigation, and month-end close support. Produce and maintain inventory reports and dashboards, tracking KPIs such as stock cover, availability, slow-moving and obsolete stock. Work closely with Demand Planning to align forecasts, promotions, and replenishment plans. Support purchase order planning and stock movements in line with lead times, capacity, and operational constraints. Partner with Operations and Finance to resolve discrepancies and improve stock accuracy. Identify risks and opportunities within inventory performance, recommending corrective actions where required. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across SAP processes, data accuracy, and reporting standards. What We re Looking For Proven experience in an Inventory Planner / Inventory Coordinator / Stock Analyst role within FMCG or retail. Strong SAP experience (MM, APO, or similar modules highly desirable). Solid experience with inventory reconciliation, reporting, and variance analysis. Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting (pivot tables, lookups, etc.). Highly organised, detail-focused, and comfortable managing competing priorities. Confident communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment. Interested? Click Apply or email your CV to (url removed) The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Job Description: SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR you will be subject to BPSS and Export Control checks (including a criminal record check) TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within UK and international LOCATION: Belfast TYPE: Full time WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options Work / Life Balance: 36-hour week, flexible working around core hours, Friday afternoons off JOB SUMMARY This is a high-impact finance leadership role at the heart of Airbus's A220 programme, with full ownership of controlling processes across a $100M cost base. You'll be embedded in a highly collaborative operational team, influencing cross-functional decisions and driving financial strategy from planning through to performance tracking. As a business partner to both the Head of Plant Controlling and Head of the Component Delivery Team (CDT), your input will shape programme-level goals, risk management, and investment direction. The Belfast site is a centre of innovation and industrial excellence, offering unique exposure to both manufacturing and programme operations within a dynamic international environment. HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM Lead and coordinate financial planning across A220 sub-assemblies, ensuring integrated budgeting, forecasting, and reporting aligned to operational and programme-level goals Drive cost target alignment by setting top-down RC targets, challenging bottom-up inputs, and preparing both annual budgets and 5-year operational plans with cross-functional teams Monitor programme-level financial performance, including RC unit costs (labour and overheads), capex, inventory, and cash flow, while delivering insight-driven reporting to leadership Evaluate and guide strategic investments, developing robust business cases and leading initiatives that identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate risks to operational efficiency Champion compliance and financial governance, ensuring data integrity, adherence to Airbus Internal Financial Control Standards, and proactive support of UK-wide finance process improvements ABOUT YOU Degree or Master's in Finance, Accounting or related field CIMA qualification preferred Experience in financial controlling or management accounting Strong proficiency in forecasting, planning, and cost performance management Deep understanding of manufacturing finance dynamics and operational risk Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions. HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we'll always do our best to accommodate your request. Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process - you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition under the Equality Act 2010 and meets the minimum criteria of the role. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth. Company: Airbus Belfast Limited Employment Type: Permanent - Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Controlling By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to . At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Job Description: SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR you will be subject to BPSS and Export Control checks (including a criminal record check) TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within UK and international LOCATION: Belfast TYPE: Full time WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options Work / Life Balance: 36-hour week, flexible working around core hours, Friday afternoons off JOB SUMMARY This is a high-impact finance leadership role at the heart of Airbus's A220 programme, with full ownership of controlling processes across a $100M cost base. You'll be embedded in a highly collaborative operational team, influencing cross-functional decisions and driving financial strategy from planning through to performance tracking. As a business partner to both the Head of Plant Controlling and Head of the Component Delivery Team (CDT), your input will shape programme-level goals, risk management, and investment direction. The Belfast site is a centre of innovation and industrial excellence, offering unique exposure to both manufacturing and programme operations within a dynamic international environment. HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM Lead and coordinate financial planning across A220 sub-assemblies, ensuring integrated budgeting, forecasting, and reporting aligned to operational and programme-level goals Drive cost target alignment by setting top-down RC targets, challenging bottom-up inputs, and preparing both annual budgets and 5-year operational plans with cross-functional teams Monitor programme-level financial performance, including RC unit costs (labour and overheads), capex, inventory, and cash flow, while delivering insight-driven reporting to leadership Evaluate and guide strategic investments, developing robust business cases and leading initiatives that identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate risks to operational efficiency Champion compliance and financial governance, ensuring data integrity, adherence to Airbus Internal Financial Control Standards, and proactive support of UK-wide finance process improvements ABOUT YOU Degree or Master's in Finance, Accounting or related field CIMA qualification preferred Experience in financial controlling or management accounting Strong proficiency in forecasting, planning, and cost performance management Deep understanding of manufacturing finance dynamics and operational risk Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions. HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we'll always do our best to accommodate your request. Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process - you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition under the Equality Act 2010 and meets the minimum criteria of the role. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth. Company: Airbus Belfast Limited Employment Type: Permanent - Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Controlling By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to . At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
K2 Partnering Solutions is a global provider of unique end-to-end consultative solutions in the enterprise applications, AI, and cloud space. Global Compensation Manager We are seeking an experienced Global Compensation Manager to own, design and execute our global compensation strategy across all regions. This role will oversee compensation, benchmarking, pay structures, variable pay programmes and bonus processes-including systems, governance, and policy application. As a heavily sales-driven organisation, you will play a critical role in designing competitive and motivating commission and incentive plans tailored to a global IT staffing and consulting environment. You will also be responsible for selecting and implementing a new compensation benchmarking tool to ensure market alignment and future scalability. Key Responsibilities Compensation Strategy & Governance Develop, implement, and maintain a global compensation strategy and related policies that supports business objectives and ensures internal equity and external competitiveness. Establish and govern compensation policies, guidelines, and frameworks for fixed and variable pay. Provide expert advice to HR partners and leadership on compensation matters, including salary decisions, job levelling, market competitiveness, and pay equity. Lead the implementation, ongoing compliance, and annual reporting requirements for the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring accurate data collection, analysis, and communication across affected countries. Benchmarking, Analytics & Market Insights Lead end-to-end compensation benchmarking processes across all countries, including analysing market data, reviewing salary ranges, and making recommendations for adjustments. Identify, evaluate, and lead the implementation of a new global compensation benchmarking tool/platform. Maintain global salary ranges and compensation structures aligned to business needs and market trends. Deliver compensation analytics, modelling, insights and reports to senior leadership. Bonus, Commission & Variable Pay Management Oversee the design and administration of all global bonus, incentive and variable compensation programmes, ensuring they align with company goals and local market expectations. Partner with Sales Leadership to design, maintain, and optimise sales commission plans, including quota setting frameworks, accelerators, draw policies, and governance. Manage the tools, systems, and operational processes that support bonus and commission calculations, communication, and payout processes. (Xactly) Ensure compliance and correct application of compensation policies across regions. Work with external partners on Compensation design. Compensation Operations & Projects Lead annual compensation cycles (merit reviews, bonus cycles, range updates), recommending improvements to processes and technologies. Partner with HR, Finance, and senior leaders on compensation budget planning and forecasting. Support global job architecture, job evaluation, and levelling processes. Lead compensation-related change initiatives such as harmonisation, scalability improvements, and automation. Skills & Experience Proven experience in global compensation management, ideally within a fast-paced, sales-driven organisation. Strong understanding of salary benchmarking, compensation analytics, job evaluation, and market pricing. Prior experience designing and managing sales commission plans and bonus programmes. Strong analytical and modelling capabilities (Excel/Google Sheets advanced). Experience selecting or implementing compensation tools/platforms (e.g., Radford, Mercer, Carta, OpenComp, PayScale). Ability to interpret complex data and present clear recommendations to senior leadership. Understanding of compensation compliance and variations across global markets. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Professional HR/rewards certification (CIPD, WorldatWork CCP). Key Competencies Strategic thinking with strong business acumen High attention to detail and accuracy Data-driven decision-making Ability to work independently and manage global projects Strong problem-solving skills Ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organisation This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time. K2 Partnering Solutions is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our team is dedicated to this policy with respect to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
K2 Partnering Solutions is a global provider of unique end-to-end consultative solutions in the enterprise applications, AI, and cloud space. Global Compensation Manager We are seeking an experienced Global Compensation Manager to own, design and execute our global compensation strategy across all regions. This role will oversee compensation, benchmarking, pay structures, variable pay programmes and bonus processes-including systems, governance, and policy application. As a heavily sales-driven organisation, you will play a critical role in designing competitive and motivating commission and incentive plans tailored to a global IT staffing and consulting environment. You will also be responsible for selecting and implementing a new compensation benchmarking tool to ensure market alignment and future scalability. Key Responsibilities Compensation Strategy & Governance Develop, implement, and maintain a global compensation strategy and related policies that supports business objectives and ensures internal equity and external competitiveness. Establish and govern compensation policies, guidelines, and frameworks for fixed and variable pay. Provide expert advice to HR partners and leadership on compensation matters, including salary decisions, job levelling, market competitiveness, and pay equity. Lead the implementation, ongoing compliance, and annual reporting requirements for the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring accurate data collection, analysis, and communication across affected countries. Benchmarking, Analytics & Market Insights Lead end-to-end compensation benchmarking processes across all countries, including analysing market data, reviewing salary ranges, and making recommendations for adjustments. Identify, evaluate, and lead the implementation of a new global compensation benchmarking tool/platform. Maintain global salary ranges and compensation structures aligned to business needs and market trends. Deliver compensation analytics, modelling, insights and reports to senior leadership. Bonus, Commission & Variable Pay Management Oversee the design and administration of all global bonus, incentive and variable compensation programmes, ensuring they align with company goals and local market expectations. Partner with Sales Leadership to design, maintain, and optimise sales commission plans, including quota setting frameworks, accelerators, draw policies, and governance. Manage the tools, systems, and operational processes that support bonus and commission calculations, communication, and payout processes. (Xactly) Ensure compliance and correct application of compensation policies across regions. Work with external partners on Compensation design. Compensation Operations & Projects Lead annual compensation cycles (merit reviews, bonus cycles, range updates), recommending improvements to processes and technologies. Partner with HR, Finance, and senior leaders on compensation budget planning and forecasting. Support global job architecture, job evaluation, and levelling processes. Lead compensation-related change initiatives such as harmonisation, scalability improvements, and automation. Skills & Experience Proven experience in global compensation management, ideally within a fast-paced, sales-driven organisation. Strong understanding of salary benchmarking, compensation analytics, job evaluation, and market pricing. Prior experience designing and managing sales commission plans and bonus programmes. Strong analytical and modelling capabilities (Excel/Google Sheets advanced). Experience selecting or implementing compensation tools/platforms (e.g., Radford, Mercer, Carta, OpenComp, PayScale). Ability to interpret complex data and present clear recommendations to senior leadership. Understanding of compensation compliance and variations across global markets. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Professional HR/rewards certification (CIPD, WorldatWork CCP). Key Competencies Strategic thinking with strong business acumen High attention to detail and accuracy Data-driven decision-making Ability to work independently and manage global projects Strong problem-solving skills Ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organisation This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time. K2 Partnering Solutions is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our team is dedicated to this policy with respect to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.
Corporate Tax Manager for a leading professional services firm in Cardiff Your new company You will be working with one of the leading Tax practices in the UK and across the world. This business has a broad range of clients from early-stage start-ups, successful privately owned businesses, and some of the world's largest and most complex organisations. This is a fantastic position for someone who is ambitious and would like to work within one of the most successful brands in the world. Your new role Managing the successful delivery of technically excellent advice including tax structuring, compliance, governance, refinancing, legal structure optimisation, pre/post transaction reorganisations, tax authority enquiries and providing technical support to the wider corporate tax team. Seeking out and pursuing opportunities with targets and actively participating with Directors and Partners in business development activities Liaising with specialists in other departments and overseas offices to oversee their input into tax advisory projects. Coaching and developing more junior members of the team. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and understanding of their business to create opportunities to help with the provision of tax and other services Managing proposals for new work, including delivering tender documents, presenting at client pitches, and identifying solutions for client issues What you'll need to succeed ACA, CA, CTA, ACCA or equivalent qualified with strong corporate tax and accounting knowledge. Experience within a general practice or specialist corporation tax teams. Ability to develop, coach and lead staff, as well as manage stakeholders. Ability to multi-task - to manage a wide range of projects and relationships. Strong technical skills, drive, and curiosity are essential. What you'll get in return Hybrid working 2 office days per week. Amazing culture - feedback surveys from both staff and clients always rate very highly around culture describing it as a very friendly firm to work for/deal with. Bonus Scheme. Flexible Working. Operate collaboratively across teams and provide a supportive training and development programme for all grades. Market-Leading Salary. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Corporate Tax Manager for a leading professional services firm in Cardiff Your new company You will be working with one of the leading Tax practices in the UK and across the world. This business has a broad range of clients from early-stage start-ups, successful privately owned businesses, and some of the world's largest and most complex organisations. This is a fantastic position for someone who is ambitious and would like to work within one of the most successful brands in the world. Your new role Managing the successful delivery of technically excellent advice including tax structuring, compliance, governance, refinancing, legal structure optimisation, pre/post transaction reorganisations, tax authority enquiries and providing technical support to the wider corporate tax team. Seeking out and pursuing opportunities with targets and actively participating with Directors and Partners in business development activities Liaising with specialists in other departments and overseas offices to oversee their input into tax advisory projects. Coaching and developing more junior members of the team. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and understanding of their business to create opportunities to help with the provision of tax and other services Managing proposals for new work, including delivering tender documents, presenting at client pitches, and identifying solutions for client issues What you'll need to succeed ACA, CA, CTA, ACCA or equivalent qualified with strong corporate tax and accounting knowledge. Experience within a general practice or specialist corporation tax teams. Ability to develop, coach and lead staff, as well as manage stakeholders. Ability to multi-task - to manage a wide range of projects and relationships. Strong technical skills, drive, and curiosity are essential. What you'll get in return Hybrid working 2 office days per week. Amazing culture - feedback surveys from both staff and clients always rate very highly around culture describing it as a very friendly firm to work for/deal with. Bonus Scheme. Flexible Working. Operate collaboratively across teams and provide a supportive training and development programme for all grades. Market-Leading Salary. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Overview Managing Director opportunity with an electro-mechanical product manufacturing company based in East Kent. Established for nearly 100 years, this small but globally reaching business designs and manufactures innovative high quality testing equipment for industry (construction, marine, power, oil & gas etc). Due to the incumbent's intended retirement, this is a special opportunity to manage a great team of people, offering exciting prospects with this highly successful business. Role Purpose Reporting to the Board of a long-term family owned group of companies, leading a team of 5 direct reports and 18 wider staff, the Managing Director will lead the business into its next phase of growth. You will have full responsibility for company performance - including P&L, operations, Health & Safety, legal compliance, and strategic direction - supported by a strong senior management team, the board, and external advisors. The Candidate Successful track record running or managing an SME. Broad understanding of Finance, Operations, Accountancy, and HR. Strong commercial skills across Sales and Marketing. Experience overseeing Health & Safety. Solid technical awareness / skills suited to the industry Right to live and work in the UK. Drive and capability to enhance an already strong business. Relevant qualifications. International experience. Managing Director Key Responsibilities Leadership Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing management team. Build a culture of accountability, quality, and collaboration. Ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, and industry regulations. Strategy Develop and execute the company's long-term strategic plan. Align all departments with business objectives and policies. Represent the company at key industry events and partnerships. Operations Oversee day-to-day operations across all departments. Manage budgets and financial performance to drive profitability. Champion cost efficiency, continuous improvement, and KPI delivery. Implement clear processes and operational standards. Business Development Identify and pursue growth opportunities and new markets. Drive New Product Development initiatives. Ensure the organisation is well resourced and future-ready, including recruitment and training. Hands-On Approach As a small business, they value leaders who take ownership, show energy, and "roll up their sleeves" when needed. Travel: Occasional short trips in the UK and Europe, potentially beyond. Our client is an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified and experienced individuals. If you would like to learn more about this unique opportunity, please apply or contact Tim Hill at Technical Placements Ltd for an initial chat about the role.
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Overview Managing Director opportunity with an electro-mechanical product manufacturing company based in East Kent. Established for nearly 100 years, this small but globally reaching business designs and manufactures innovative high quality testing equipment for industry (construction, marine, power, oil & gas etc). Due to the incumbent's intended retirement, this is a special opportunity to manage a great team of people, offering exciting prospects with this highly successful business. Role Purpose Reporting to the Board of a long-term family owned group of companies, leading a team of 5 direct reports and 18 wider staff, the Managing Director will lead the business into its next phase of growth. You will have full responsibility for company performance - including P&L, operations, Health & Safety, legal compliance, and strategic direction - supported by a strong senior management team, the board, and external advisors. The Candidate Successful track record running or managing an SME. Broad understanding of Finance, Operations, Accountancy, and HR. Strong commercial skills across Sales and Marketing. Experience overseeing Health & Safety. Solid technical awareness / skills suited to the industry Right to live and work in the UK. Drive and capability to enhance an already strong business. Relevant qualifications. International experience. Managing Director Key Responsibilities Leadership Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing management team. Build a culture of accountability, quality, and collaboration. Ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, and industry regulations. Strategy Develop and execute the company's long-term strategic plan. Align all departments with business objectives and policies. Represent the company at key industry events and partnerships. Operations Oversee day-to-day operations across all departments. Manage budgets and financial performance to drive profitability. Champion cost efficiency, continuous improvement, and KPI delivery. Implement clear processes and operational standards. Business Development Identify and pursue growth opportunities and new markets. Drive New Product Development initiatives. Ensure the organisation is well resourced and future-ready, including recruitment and training. Hands-On Approach As a small business, they value leaders who take ownership, show energy, and "roll up their sleeves" when needed. Travel: Occasional short trips in the UK and Europe, potentially beyond. Our client is an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified and experienced individuals. If you would like to learn more about this unique opportunity, please apply or contact Tim Hill at Technical Placements Ltd for an initial chat about the role.
Management Accountant Fairfields Farm Produce Limited are looking for a Management Accountant to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis at our site just north of Colchester, Essex. Why Fairfields Farm Produce Limited: We are a family-owned, independent farm, and since 2006 we ve been growing our own potatoes and crafting them into award-winning, hand-cooked crisps right here on site. As we work towards becoming the UK s first carbon-neutral crisp producer, we re seeking talented individuals who share our passion for quality, sustainability, and innovation. We re expanding rapidly both in our crisp business and through new product innovation and are looking for a Management Accountant to play a key role in supporting financial control, operational performance, and to aid strategic decision-making across the business. Fantastic company benefits include: Salary: Competitive depending on qualifications and experience. Holiday: 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays. Pension: Company pension scheme. Free Parking: We provide onsite free parking. Employee extras such as: Employee discounted products, supportive working environment, development opportunities, and involvement in an exciting, expanding food brand. About the role: As a Management Accountant, you will support financial control, operational performance, and strategic planning across the business. Reporting to the Financial Director and working closely with Operations and Commercial teams, you will produce timely management accounts, undertake cost analysis across manufacturing and agricultural operations, comparisons to budget, and provide insight to help drive efficiency and profitability. You will also support budgeting, forecasting, cashflow planning, and continuous improvement within the finance function. Working hours for this role will be 8am 5pm, Monday Friday. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare monthly management accounts with variance analysis, commentary, performance to budget, forecasting, and support year-end audit and statutory reporting. Work closely with Commercial and Operational teams to prepare and maintain costings for crisps, potatoes, and new product lines, while analysing customer, product, and SKU-level profitability. Partner with production and supply chain teams to monitor yields, wastage, labour efficiency, and reconcile stock, and raw material inventories. Support budgeting, forecasting, cashflow planning, and undertake capital investment appraisals including ROI analysis. Drive improvements in financial systems, management reporting, and overall financial processes across the business. About you: As a Management Accountant, you will be proactive, commercially minded, and skilled at turning financial data into clear, valuable insight. You ll thrive in a fast-paced environment that blends agriculture with food manufacturing, working confidently across teams to support and challenge operational stakeholders. You should be a part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with experience in a manufacturing or FMCG setting, strong Excel and ERP skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to meet tight deadlines. Experience with standard costing, variance analysis, agricultural operations, or systems such as OrderWise, KeyPrime, and Sage Payroll is highly advantageous. If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Management Accountant role and would like to be considered, please apply by submitting an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you. Please check your email inbox and spam/junk folder for any correspondence regarding this vacancy. If you require any reasonable adjustments or information in an alternative format, please let us know as soon as possible. No recruitment agencies, please Please check your email inbox and spam / junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this role. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region s Online Job Advertiser on our behalf. We both take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Management Accountant Fairfields Farm Produce Limited are looking for a Management Accountant to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis at our site just north of Colchester, Essex. Why Fairfields Farm Produce Limited: We are a family-owned, independent farm, and since 2006 we ve been growing our own potatoes and crafting them into award-winning, hand-cooked crisps right here on site. As we work towards becoming the UK s first carbon-neutral crisp producer, we re seeking talented individuals who share our passion for quality, sustainability, and innovation. We re expanding rapidly both in our crisp business and through new product innovation and are looking for a Management Accountant to play a key role in supporting financial control, operational performance, and to aid strategic decision-making across the business. Fantastic company benefits include: Salary: Competitive depending on qualifications and experience. Holiday: 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays. Pension: Company pension scheme. Free Parking: We provide onsite free parking. Employee extras such as: Employee discounted products, supportive working environment, development opportunities, and involvement in an exciting, expanding food brand. About the role: As a Management Accountant, you will support financial control, operational performance, and strategic planning across the business. Reporting to the Financial Director and working closely with Operations and Commercial teams, you will produce timely management accounts, undertake cost analysis across manufacturing and agricultural operations, comparisons to budget, and provide insight to help drive efficiency and profitability. You will also support budgeting, forecasting, cashflow planning, and continuous improvement within the finance function. Working hours for this role will be 8am 5pm, Monday Friday. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare monthly management accounts with variance analysis, commentary, performance to budget, forecasting, and support year-end audit and statutory reporting. Work closely with Commercial and Operational teams to prepare and maintain costings for crisps, potatoes, and new product lines, while analysing customer, product, and SKU-level profitability. Partner with production and supply chain teams to monitor yields, wastage, labour efficiency, and reconcile stock, and raw material inventories. Support budgeting, forecasting, cashflow planning, and undertake capital investment appraisals including ROI analysis. Drive improvements in financial systems, management reporting, and overall financial processes across the business. About you: As a Management Accountant, you will be proactive, commercially minded, and skilled at turning financial data into clear, valuable insight. You ll thrive in a fast-paced environment that blends agriculture with food manufacturing, working confidently across teams to support and challenge operational stakeholders. You should be a part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with experience in a manufacturing or FMCG setting, strong Excel and ERP skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to meet tight deadlines. Experience with standard costing, variance analysis, agricultural operations, or systems such as OrderWise, KeyPrime, and Sage Payroll is highly advantageous. If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Management Accountant role and would like to be considered, please apply by submitting an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you. Please check your email inbox and spam/junk folder for any correspondence regarding this vacancy. If you require any reasonable adjustments or information in an alternative format, please let us know as soon as possible. No recruitment agencies, please Please check your email inbox and spam / junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this role. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region s Online Job Advertiser on our behalf. We both take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application
Leading Accountancy Firm - Accounts Manager - Kent Your new company A leading firm of Accountants and Business Advisers with a strong presence across the south-east. Your new role You will lead client-facing advisory engagements, oversee accounting operations, and provide strategic business guidance. This role combines technical expertise in accounting with strong commercial acumen to help clients improve financial performance, ensure compliance, and achieve long-term growth. Client Advisory Deliver tailored business advisory services, including financial planning, cash flow management, and growth strategies. Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing insights on tax efficiency, profitability, and operational improvements. Support clients in decision-making by preparing financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses. Accounting & Compliance Oversee preparation of statutory accounts, management accounts, and financial statements. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and audit requirements. Manage year-end processes and liaise with external auditors. Team Leadership Supervise and mentor junior accountants and advisory staff. Allocate workloads, review outputs, and ensure high-quality client deliverables. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. Business Development Identify opportunities to expand advisory services with existing clients. Contribute to proposals, pitches, and networking activities to attract new business. Collaborate with partners to develop service offerings aligned with market needs. Operational Excellence Implement best practices in accounting systems and advisory methodologies. Drive efficiency through digital tools, automation, and process improvements. Monitor KPIs and report on departmental performance. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant with experience of managing a portfolio of clients from a variety of different industries. You will also have experience of managing teams. What you'll get in return Hybrid & flexible working patterns. Excellent career development opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Leading Accountancy Firm - Accounts Manager - Kent Your new company A leading firm of Accountants and Business Advisers with a strong presence across the south-east. Your new role You will lead client-facing advisory engagements, oversee accounting operations, and provide strategic business guidance. This role combines technical expertise in accounting with strong commercial acumen to help clients improve financial performance, ensure compliance, and achieve long-term growth. Client Advisory Deliver tailored business advisory services, including financial planning, cash flow management, and growth strategies. Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing insights on tax efficiency, profitability, and operational improvements. Support clients in decision-making by preparing financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses. Accounting & Compliance Oversee preparation of statutory accounts, management accounts, and financial statements. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and audit requirements. Manage year-end processes and liaise with external auditors. Team Leadership Supervise and mentor junior accountants and advisory staff. Allocate workloads, review outputs, and ensure high-quality client deliverables. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. Business Development Identify opportunities to expand advisory services with existing clients. Contribute to proposals, pitches, and networking activities to attract new business. Collaborate with partners to develop service offerings aligned with market needs. Operational Excellence Implement best practices in accounting systems and advisory methodologies. Drive efficiency through digital tools, automation, and process improvements. Monitor KPIs and report on departmental performance. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant with experience of managing a portfolio of clients from a variety of different industries. You will also have experience of managing teams. What you'll get in return Hybrid & flexible working patterns. Excellent career development opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Get started with your online application Not quite your dream role? Sign up to get notified when the right vacancy comes along. Data Science Manager Join us in our mission to transform the way people shop and eat, where impact, innovation and growth drive everything we do. Our Data Science organisation sits at the heart of Deliveroo, powering decision making across product, commercial and operational teams through experimentation, causal inference and machine learning. We're hiring multiple Data Science Managers across different areas of the business. Rather than hiring for one fixed team, we use the interview process to understand your strengths, interests and development areas, and then align you to the right scope, level and team. What You'll Be Doing You'll own the analytical direction and measurable impact of a product or business area, while leading and developing a high performing team of data scientists or machine learning engineers. Depending on the area you join, you could be: Building experimentation and causal inference frameworks to improve customer retention, loyalty and subscription growth Leading pricing, promotions or value strategy, balancing growth, profitability and long term customer trust Developing machine learning or optimisation models for delivery logistics, rider pricing or marketplace efficiency Improving discovery, search or personalisation through rapid iteration on high impact algorithms Driving customer acquisition and engagement across restaurants, retail or new verticals using data led targeting and incentives Across all roles, you'll remain hands on while managing a team. You'll decide which problems are worth solving and ensure data science work translates into better product and commercial decisions, not just analysis. You'll partner with Product, Engineering, Ops, Marketing and Finance as a thought partner, and set the bar for analytical rigour, prioritisation and impact across noisy metrics, real trade offs and strong stakeholder opinions. What You'll Need to Thrive Our ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in some of these areas and curiosity to grow in others: Experience line managing data scientists or machine learning engineers and supporting their career development A strong background as a senior individual contributor, with hands on experience in experimentation, causal inference or applied machine learning Proven ability to identify high impact opportunities and turn insights into clear strategy and execution Confidence working with senior stakeholders and explaining complex technical concepts to non technical audiences Comfort operating in fast moving, ambiguous environments where prioritisation and judgement matter as much as technical skill Why Join Us? At Deliveroo, you'll work on real world problems at global scale, across a three sided marketplace that is constantly evolving. We're food lovers, problem solvers, community organisers and more, united by a shared drive to make things better. Working here, you can expect: High autonomy to shape strategy and deliver meaningful impact Support to learn and grow through L&D programmes, mentoring and peer learning A strong focus on wellbeing, with benefits that vary by country A place to belong, with a diverse global workforce and active employee communities Diversity, Equity and Inclusion At Deliveroo, we believe great workplaces reflect the world around us. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio economic background, religion or belief. If you require adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We're committed to ensuring everyone has an equitable opportunity to succeed. Ready to own impact and shape how decisions are made at Deliveroo? Apply today. A competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package Compensation We aim to pay every employee competitively for the role they are performing in their respective location Depending on role and location, some employees may be eligible for an annual cash bonus, sign on bonus or relocation support Up to 5% matched pension contributions Equity Some roles may be eligible for share awards, giving them ownership in Deliveroo and a share in our success Food Free Deliveroo Plus: free delivery and access to special offers Team lunches from the best local restaurants Time away 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of time spent working at Deliveroo One day of paid leave per year to volunteer with a registered charity Funded single cover healthcare on our core plan, with the option to add family members at own cost On site gym (HQ), discounted external gym membership Access to wellbeing apps such as LesMills+, Strava, Headspace, Yogaia via GymPass Discounted dental insurance and a range of other flexible benefits, such as critical illness cover, partner life cover, travel insurance, health assessments Life assurance Work Life Maternity, paternity and maternity and shared parental leave, eligible from day one of employment Excellent kit to enable working from home and a parent friendly working culture Access to free mortgage advice Cycle to Work Scheme or Season Ticket Loans, depending how you wish to travel Excellent learning and development opportunities and access to RooLearn, our learning platform, packed with high quality training and content Regular Employee Resource Group (ERG) led social events - examples include dinners, dance lessons and in office yoga sessions
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Get started with your online application Not quite your dream role? Sign up to get notified when the right vacancy comes along. Data Science Manager Join us in our mission to transform the way people shop and eat, where impact, innovation and growth drive everything we do. Our Data Science organisation sits at the heart of Deliveroo, powering decision making across product, commercial and operational teams through experimentation, causal inference and machine learning. We're hiring multiple Data Science Managers across different areas of the business. Rather than hiring for one fixed team, we use the interview process to understand your strengths, interests and development areas, and then align you to the right scope, level and team. What You'll Be Doing You'll own the analytical direction and measurable impact of a product or business area, while leading and developing a high performing team of data scientists or machine learning engineers. Depending on the area you join, you could be: Building experimentation and causal inference frameworks to improve customer retention, loyalty and subscription growth Leading pricing, promotions or value strategy, balancing growth, profitability and long term customer trust Developing machine learning or optimisation models for delivery logistics, rider pricing or marketplace efficiency Improving discovery, search or personalisation through rapid iteration on high impact algorithms Driving customer acquisition and engagement across restaurants, retail or new verticals using data led targeting and incentives Across all roles, you'll remain hands on while managing a team. You'll decide which problems are worth solving and ensure data science work translates into better product and commercial decisions, not just analysis. You'll partner with Product, Engineering, Ops, Marketing and Finance as a thought partner, and set the bar for analytical rigour, prioritisation and impact across noisy metrics, real trade offs and strong stakeholder opinions. What You'll Need to Thrive Our ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in some of these areas and curiosity to grow in others: Experience line managing data scientists or machine learning engineers and supporting their career development A strong background as a senior individual contributor, with hands on experience in experimentation, causal inference or applied machine learning Proven ability to identify high impact opportunities and turn insights into clear strategy and execution Confidence working with senior stakeholders and explaining complex technical concepts to non technical audiences Comfort operating in fast moving, ambiguous environments where prioritisation and judgement matter as much as technical skill Why Join Us? At Deliveroo, you'll work on real world problems at global scale, across a three sided marketplace that is constantly evolving. We're food lovers, problem solvers, community organisers and more, united by a shared drive to make things better. Working here, you can expect: High autonomy to shape strategy and deliver meaningful impact Support to learn and grow through L&D programmes, mentoring and peer learning A strong focus on wellbeing, with benefits that vary by country A place to belong, with a diverse global workforce and active employee communities Diversity, Equity and Inclusion At Deliveroo, we believe great workplaces reflect the world around us. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio economic background, religion or belief. If you require adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We're committed to ensuring everyone has an equitable opportunity to succeed. Ready to own impact and shape how decisions are made at Deliveroo? Apply today. A competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package Compensation We aim to pay every employee competitively for the role they are performing in their respective location Depending on role and location, some employees may be eligible for an annual cash bonus, sign on bonus or relocation support Up to 5% matched pension contributions Equity Some roles may be eligible for share awards, giving them ownership in Deliveroo and a share in our success Food Free Deliveroo Plus: free delivery and access to special offers Team lunches from the best local restaurants Time away 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of time spent working at Deliveroo One day of paid leave per year to volunteer with a registered charity Funded single cover healthcare on our core plan, with the option to add family members at own cost On site gym (HQ), discounted external gym membership Access to wellbeing apps such as LesMills+, Strava, Headspace, Yogaia via GymPass Discounted dental insurance and a range of other flexible benefits, such as critical illness cover, partner life cover, travel insurance, health assessments Life assurance Work Life Maternity, paternity and maternity and shared parental leave, eligible from day one of employment Excellent kit to enable working from home and a parent friendly working culture Access to free mortgage advice Cycle to Work Scheme or Season Ticket Loans, depending how you wish to travel Excellent learning and development opportunities and access to RooLearn, our learning platform, packed with high quality training and content Regular Employee Resource Group (ERG) led social events - examples include dinners, dance lessons and in office yoga sessions
Group Finance Manager, ACA / ACCA for an AIM listed communication agency Your new company A PE-backed communication agency is hiring a qualified Accountant to join as a Group Finance Manager and be part of their growing and acquisitive finance team. Culture is hugely important to my client. You will be joining a small team with varied personalities and skillsets, and work closely together to achieve shared goals. Whilst they work hard, we like to do it in an enjoyable, collaborative and friendly environment. Your new role Responsible for the review of subsidiary management accounts, preparation of Group company management accounts and delivery (along with the team) of consolidated monthly management accounts and board report; Contributes to the preparation of the year-end Annual Report and Financial Statements and half-year Interims; Support in the preparation and review of group company budgets and forecasts and consolidation of underlying subsidiary budgets and forecasts; System support - they are about to start the process of adopting a new consolidation system. The new GFM will be involved in the process of migrating data and advising on accounting processes. Being involved in the introductory process, the new GFM provided a great opportunity to gain a good understanding of the new system and how to maintain and train others in its use. What you'll need to succeed Up to 3 years post qualified ACA/ACCA looking to step into industry or seeking a 2nd mover in industry; Advanced at Excel; Not afraid of a challenge and willing to roll up sleeves Technical nous Friendly, approachable and sociable What you'll get in return This is an exciting role for a qualified ACA / ACCA to join an ambitious and acquisitive team. The company is looking to develop this role and offer business partnering exposure as the role develops and also give you responsibility for being part of system project roll-outs. Currently, they offer hybrid working (3 days in office) and have recently moved to brand-new offices in the City of London. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Nicolette now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Group Finance Manager, ACA / ACCA for an AIM listed communication agency Your new company A PE-backed communication agency is hiring a qualified Accountant to join as a Group Finance Manager and be part of their growing and acquisitive finance team. Culture is hugely important to my client. You will be joining a small team with varied personalities and skillsets, and work closely together to achieve shared goals. Whilst they work hard, we like to do it in an enjoyable, collaborative and friendly environment. Your new role Responsible for the review of subsidiary management accounts, preparation of Group company management accounts and delivery (along with the team) of consolidated monthly management accounts and board report; Contributes to the preparation of the year-end Annual Report and Financial Statements and half-year Interims; Support in the preparation and review of group company budgets and forecasts and consolidation of underlying subsidiary budgets and forecasts; System support - they are about to start the process of adopting a new consolidation system. The new GFM will be involved in the process of migrating data and advising on accounting processes. Being involved in the introductory process, the new GFM provided a great opportunity to gain a good understanding of the new system and how to maintain and train others in its use. What you'll need to succeed Up to 3 years post qualified ACA/ACCA looking to step into industry or seeking a 2nd mover in industry; Advanced at Excel; Not afraid of a challenge and willing to roll up sleeves Technical nous Friendly, approachable and sociable What you'll get in return This is an exciting role for a qualified ACA / ACCA to join an ambitious and acquisitive team. The company is looking to develop this role and offer business partnering exposure as the role develops and also give you responsibility for being part of system project roll-outs. Currently, they offer hybrid working (3 days in office) and have recently moved to brand-new offices in the City of London. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Nicolette now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
My client is an Academy Trust based in the Luton area who looking to recruit a Financial Controller to the team. Leading a small finance team, this is a highly visible role for the Trust, requiring both accounting expertise and strong business partnering experience. Responsibilities Providing financial leadership and professional financial management, focusing on budget setting and management Delivering comprehensive financial planning, ensuring robust financial systems and controls across the department Overseeing of income and expenditure, supported by the finance team Provision of a raft of reporting and financial insight for governors, headteacher and senior leadership team The line management of a small finance team staff including their induction, training and appraisal Ensuring best value for money on procurement of supplies and services Applications are sought from individuals ideally with previous schools or public sector experience and certainly supported by ACCA, ACA or CIMA full qualification. Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
My client is an Academy Trust based in the Luton area who looking to recruit a Financial Controller to the team. Leading a small finance team, this is a highly visible role for the Trust, requiring both accounting expertise and strong business partnering experience. Responsibilities Providing financial leadership and professional financial management, focusing on budget setting and management Delivering comprehensive financial planning, ensuring robust financial systems and controls across the department Overseeing of income and expenditure, supported by the finance team Provision of a raft of reporting and financial insight for governors, headteacher and senior leadership team The line management of a small finance team staff including their induction, training and appraisal Ensuring best value for money on procurement of supplies and services Applications are sought from individuals ideally with previous schools or public sector experience and certainly supported by ACCA, ACA or CIMA full qualification. Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
Finance Business Partner job in Trowbridge Your new company A leading national business based in Trowbridge is seeking a Commercial Business Partner to drive budgeting and forecasting across key business units, while identifying and shaping new growth opportunities. Your new role Responsibilities include: - Develop strong bonds with key business stakeholders to collectively identify and deliver value adding initiatives- Continuous development of key business intelligence - Presentation of key financial performance, including exception reporting to Operational Managers and Senior Management - Support and enhance the routine financial reporting of commercial businesses and operational activities - incorporating period-end, budgets and forecasts - Automate, streamline and improve the efficiencies and effectiveness of Commercial Finance processes. - Routine support and involvement in various areas of the Commercial Finance and wider Finance team to ensure all departmental objectives are met within the required timescales. - Be an effective team member and contributor to other ad-hoc support / project work What you'll need to succeed - A minimum of 2 years' experience in an accounting role clearly demonstrating the commercial impact - Newly qualified, passed finalist, or studying towards finals for professional accounting qualification - Excellent Microsoft Office skills - particularly, Excel and PowerPoint - Confident and capable communicator - Experience of working with business partners providing more than just MI - Ability to critically review existing business processes/systems - Diligence and attention to detail What you'll get in return - Flexible working options available. - Hybrid working - Discretionary annual bonus - Parking - Life assurance 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays with the option to buy more - Study support What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Finance Business Partner job in Trowbridge Your new company A leading national business based in Trowbridge is seeking a Commercial Business Partner to drive budgeting and forecasting across key business units, while identifying and shaping new growth opportunities. Your new role Responsibilities include: - Develop strong bonds with key business stakeholders to collectively identify and deliver value adding initiatives- Continuous development of key business intelligence - Presentation of key financial performance, including exception reporting to Operational Managers and Senior Management - Support and enhance the routine financial reporting of commercial businesses and operational activities - incorporating period-end, budgets and forecasts - Automate, streamline and improve the efficiencies and effectiveness of Commercial Finance processes. - Routine support and involvement in various areas of the Commercial Finance and wider Finance team to ensure all departmental objectives are met within the required timescales. - Be an effective team member and contributor to other ad-hoc support / project work What you'll need to succeed - A minimum of 2 years' experience in an accounting role clearly demonstrating the commercial impact - Newly qualified, passed finalist, or studying towards finals for professional accounting qualification - Excellent Microsoft Office skills - particularly, Excel and PowerPoint - Confident and capable communicator - Experience of working with business partners providing more than just MI - Ability to critically review existing business processes/systems - Diligence and attention to detail What you'll get in return - Flexible working options available. - Hybrid working - Discretionary annual bonus - Parking - Life assurance 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays with the option to buy more - Study support What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
6-9-month contract role in Ipswich for a commercially aware Management Accountant starting January 2026 Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are partnering with a major Suffolk employer based in Ipswich who are looking for a part-qualified Management Accountant with strong commercial finance analytical skills to join them on a 6-or-9-month contract starting early January 2026. Your new role As the Interim Management Accountant, you will support the production of management accounts and branch level financial analysis as well as assist with financial information across the business, and contribute to forecasting, budgeting and long term planning. Your day to day duties include posting accruals, pre-payments, journals, and balance sheet reconciliations as well as producing profit and loss reports and assisting with year end audit preparations, managing core system interfaces into the General Ledger, completing government financial returns, and delivering ad hoc financial analysis to inform management decisions. The role also offers the chance to identify and implement process improvements to streamline reporting and develop your technical skills as you progress toward full qualification. What you'll need to succeed You will be a part qualified management accountant with the ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for non financial stakeholders. You will demonstrate strong data analysis skills, with a talent for identifying trends and making practical recommendations, and the resilience to deliver accurate work under pressure and to tight deadlines. However, your core duties will be hands-on work of posting accruals, pre-payments, journals, and balance sheet reconciliations, as well as producing profit and loss reports. Proficiency in Excel you will use formulas, pivot tables and data manipulation to analyse financial data performance to drive existing processes and continuous improvement. A questioning approach to financial reporting and a clear ambition to progress into a Finance Business Partner role are highly desirable. What you'll get in return The company offers a salary package of circa £32,000 - £35,000 depending on experience working at least 3 days in the office and 2 days from home. As explained, this will be a fixed-term contract of either 6 or 9 months to start before Christmas. Therefore, you will be immediately available or available at short notice. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
6-9-month contract role in Ipswich for a commercially aware Management Accountant starting January 2026 Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are partnering with a major Suffolk employer based in Ipswich who are looking for a part-qualified Management Accountant with strong commercial finance analytical skills to join them on a 6-or-9-month contract starting early January 2026. Your new role As the Interim Management Accountant, you will support the production of management accounts and branch level financial analysis as well as assist with financial information across the business, and contribute to forecasting, budgeting and long term planning. Your day to day duties include posting accruals, pre-payments, journals, and balance sheet reconciliations as well as producing profit and loss reports and assisting with year end audit preparations, managing core system interfaces into the General Ledger, completing government financial returns, and delivering ad hoc financial analysis to inform management decisions. The role also offers the chance to identify and implement process improvements to streamline reporting and develop your technical skills as you progress toward full qualification. What you'll need to succeed You will be a part qualified management accountant with the ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for non financial stakeholders. You will demonstrate strong data analysis skills, with a talent for identifying trends and making practical recommendations, and the resilience to deliver accurate work under pressure and to tight deadlines. However, your core duties will be hands-on work of posting accruals, pre-payments, journals, and balance sheet reconciliations, as well as producing profit and loss reports. Proficiency in Excel you will use formulas, pivot tables and data manipulation to analyse financial data performance to drive existing processes and continuous improvement. A questioning approach to financial reporting and a clear ambition to progress into a Finance Business Partner role are highly desirable. What you'll get in return The company offers a salary package of circa £32,000 - £35,000 depending on experience working at least 3 days in the office and 2 days from home. As explained, this will be a fixed-term contract of either 6 or 9 months to start before Christmas. Therefore, you will be immediately available or available at short notice. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
A leading financial services organisation is seeking an exceptional HR Business Partner. In this pivotal role, you will act as a strategic advisor to senior leaders and influence decision-making on HR strategies. The ideal candidate will have experience in the financial services sector, solid knowledge of employment law, and a broad generalist HR remit. Strong relationship-building skills are essential. This role offers an opportunity to have a significant impact on people strategies across the organisation.
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
A leading financial services organisation is seeking an exceptional HR Business Partner. In this pivotal role, you will act as a strategic advisor to senior leaders and influence decision-making on HR strategies. The ideal candidate will have experience in the financial services sector, solid knowledge of employment law, and a broad generalist HR remit. Strong relationship-building skills are essential. This role offers an opportunity to have a significant impact on people strategies across the organisation.
What we will offer We will offer you a place where you can be yourself and where there are no limits on what you can achieve. With us, you can take ownership of your career and have honest conversations throughout. You would join an ambitious firm with a clear strategy for profitable growth where you can gain early responsibility and early involvement in growing the business. Here you can expect a competitive and fair reward as well as recognition based on all round performance. This forms part of our internal promise to you, The Deal, between the firm and its employees. YOU CAN EXPECT A competitive salary and a host of family friendly policies Life assurance, private health and dental care for you and your family A range of flexible benefits including gym discount and retail vouchers Tech, cycle and electric car schemes We support the causes you care about, by giving you one day per year off to volunteer with any charity that you are involved with outside of work. A wellbeing strategy that focuses on preventative measures to maintain overall health, and tools and support for when our people experience physical or mental difficulties. The strategy focuses on four pillars: physical, emotional, financial and social aspects. Most of our roles are hybrid, meaning that colleagues benefit from working in our office and remotely. We are happy to discuss this and other flexible working arrangements with you as part of the application and interview process. We are an equal opportunity organisation, committed to having a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture, or any other protected characteristics. We aim to create a culture where everyone can be themselves and is valued for their strengths and unique perspectives Team Structure Finance practice group and the roleThe firm's finance team is highly regarded by clients for its excellence, broad experience and versatility. We work on demanding and innovative deals globally and act for many leading UK and international banks, investment companies, other corporates, lessors, funds and other stakeholders. The finance knowledge development lawyer will primarily support the finance fee-earners based in London. There are approximately 39 finance fee-earners in London (primarily concentrating on aviation finance, real estate finance, general banking, leveraged finance and restructuring). However, when English law issues arise or are relevant, occasional support will also be required for the dedicated finance teams that also operate in our offices in Dubai, Paris, Hong Kong and Singapore. The finance group highly values and relies upon its knowledge resources and the knowledge development lawyer therefore fulfils a key role. The role is well-supported with assistance from a knowledge paralegal, a reporting line to the Finance Knowledge Partner (who originally came from a knowledge background and remains hands-on with knowledge initiatives) and interface with partner-led committees. We are looking for an innately curious "self-starter" who demonstrates legal technical excellence and is passionate about driving innovation and the ongoing improvement of resources and processes. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about shaping the finance team's knowledge resources to be future-ready, especially in response to the significant challenges and opportunities presented by fast-moving developments such as GenAI. We are very open to considering fee-earners who can demonstrate the qualities of a successful Knowledge Development Lawyer, even if they have not previously made the move into a dedicated knowledge role. If you are passionate about legal technical excellence and driving innovation in processes and resources, we encourage you to apply. We welcome applications from candidates interested in a full-time or part-time position. Main Responsibilities The knowledge management teamThe firm's wider knowledge management team comprises our effective and respected team of KM systems professionals and knowledge lawyers and legal information officers who are embedded in our various practice areas and work with the central knowledge management team to deliver the firm's global knowledge management strategy. The team aims to encourage collaboration and connect our people with useful legal, market and matter information by creating and promoting technology, tools and processes which support the firm to deliver continually improving profitable client service. Main responsibilitiesTechnical legal Maintaining a cutting-edge knowledge of finance law and practice. Assisting and acting as advisor to and coordinator for the legal opinions committee. Dealing with ad hoc general technical queries from lawyers across the finance group. Access to knowledge Working with the Knowledge Partner, knowledge paralegal and finance fee-earners to develop and maintain finance knowhow resources, including finance precedents and practice notes. Working with the firm's coding experts to automate appropriate finance templates. Developing and maintaining the finance knowledge dashboards on the finance group's intranet pages. Maintaining and developing curated knowhow resources for the finance group. Current Awareness Working with the finance knowledge development paralegal to produce regular current awareness updates for the finance group. Coordinating with other departments to arrange cross-departmental knowhow and keeping the finance group updated on relevant developments in other areas. Internal training Coordinating (and working to improve, where relevant) existing finance training programmes, including:- the trainee training programme; - the associate training curriculum; and- the rolling finance fee earner training programme,(including identifying relevant topics, planning training timetables, presenting/organising speakers (including external speakers where relevant), overseeing arrangements and monitoring attendance). Innovation and efficiency Assisting junior members of the team with establishing and maintaining efficient and profitable working practices. Working with the innovation and central knowledge management team to identify efficiencies, process improvements and new and existing legal technology which can be employed to help the work of the finance group. Rolling out any processes/legal tech which are identified as benefiting the work of the finance group. Championing and the adoption of new technologies, including GenAI, to streamline workflows and support continuous learning and improvement. Attributes/Skills Required Demonstrates the Stephenson Harwood values of individuality, commitment, teamwork and straight talking. Qualified lawyer with extensive legal finance experience Excellent technical ability. Cooperative and collaborative in approach and is able to develop excellent working relationships at all levels and roles. Organised, self-motivated and able to work to deadlines with the ability to prioritise realistically. Ability to win the respect of partners and other key stakeholders. Ability able to work alone and within a team. Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent verbal and numerical communication skills. Resilient, with the ability to handle set-backs and pressure. Interest in assessing and implementing (on an ongoing basis) process improvements and efficiencies (utilising, where relevant, legal technology solutions). Experience of or interest in applying document automation solutions to template legal documents. Experience of delivering training (internal and client facing). Ability to present legal developments in a practical manner, which will be easily absorbed and used by fee-earners. Ability to leverage knowledge for the benefit of the finance group's clients and lawyers, including assisting with the production of knowledge-based marketing materials. Ability to operate professionally and proactively at all times. Ability to acquire, consolidate and apply fundamental and up-to-date knowledge of the law. Passion for innovation and for evolving and improving knowledge processes and resources. Openness to new ways of working and enthusiasm for integrating emerging technologies, such as GenAI, into the knowledge function. Active participant in self-development. This job description is indicative only and does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The firm reserves the right to alter or change the responsibilities at any time, in line with the firm's strategy and business needs. About the Firm Stephenson Harwood is an international law firm, and we're committed to creating 'positive partnerships' with our clients. We represent listed and private companies, institutions and individuals, building lasting relationships to help them succeed in a complex and ever-changing world. Our focus is on five core sectors: Energy Transition, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Private Capital and Funds, Technology, and Transportation and Trade. With more than 1,400 people, including 210+ partners, across eight offices in Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we combine deep legal capabilities and broad commercial expertise. We have also forged close ties with high quality law firms around the world, blending local knowledge with global savvy for clients in over 100 countries. . click apply for full job details
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
What we will offer We will offer you a place where you can be yourself and where there are no limits on what you can achieve. With us, you can take ownership of your career and have honest conversations throughout. You would join an ambitious firm with a clear strategy for profitable growth where you can gain early responsibility and early involvement in growing the business. Here you can expect a competitive and fair reward as well as recognition based on all round performance. This forms part of our internal promise to you, The Deal, between the firm and its employees. YOU CAN EXPECT A competitive salary and a host of family friendly policies Life assurance, private health and dental care for you and your family A range of flexible benefits including gym discount and retail vouchers Tech, cycle and electric car schemes We support the causes you care about, by giving you one day per year off to volunteer with any charity that you are involved with outside of work. A wellbeing strategy that focuses on preventative measures to maintain overall health, and tools and support for when our people experience physical or mental difficulties. The strategy focuses on four pillars: physical, emotional, financial and social aspects. Most of our roles are hybrid, meaning that colleagues benefit from working in our office and remotely. We are happy to discuss this and other flexible working arrangements with you as part of the application and interview process. We are an equal opportunity organisation, committed to having a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture, or any other protected characteristics. We aim to create a culture where everyone can be themselves and is valued for their strengths and unique perspectives Team Structure Finance practice group and the roleThe firm's finance team is highly regarded by clients for its excellence, broad experience and versatility. We work on demanding and innovative deals globally and act for many leading UK and international banks, investment companies, other corporates, lessors, funds and other stakeholders. The finance knowledge development lawyer will primarily support the finance fee-earners based in London. There are approximately 39 finance fee-earners in London (primarily concentrating on aviation finance, real estate finance, general banking, leveraged finance and restructuring). However, when English law issues arise or are relevant, occasional support will also be required for the dedicated finance teams that also operate in our offices in Dubai, Paris, Hong Kong and Singapore. The finance group highly values and relies upon its knowledge resources and the knowledge development lawyer therefore fulfils a key role. The role is well-supported with assistance from a knowledge paralegal, a reporting line to the Finance Knowledge Partner (who originally came from a knowledge background and remains hands-on with knowledge initiatives) and interface with partner-led committees. We are looking for an innately curious "self-starter" who demonstrates legal technical excellence and is passionate about driving innovation and the ongoing improvement of resources and processes. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about shaping the finance team's knowledge resources to be future-ready, especially in response to the significant challenges and opportunities presented by fast-moving developments such as GenAI. We are very open to considering fee-earners who can demonstrate the qualities of a successful Knowledge Development Lawyer, even if they have not previously made the move into a dedicated knowledge role. If you are passionate about legal technical excellence and driving innovation in processes and resources, we encourage you to apply. We welcome applications from candidates interested in a full-time or part-time position. Main Responsibilities The knowledge management teamThe firm's wider knowledge management team comprises our effective and respected team of KM systems professionals and knowledge lawyers and legal information officers who are embedded in our various practice areas and work with the central knowledge management team to deliver the firm's global knowledge management strategy. The team aims to encourage collaboration and connect our people with useful legal, market and matter information by creating and promoting technology, tools and processes which support the firm to deliver continually improving profitable client service. Main responsibilitiesTechnical legal Maintaining a cutting-edge knowledge of finance law and practice. Assisting and acting as advisor to and coordinator for the legal opinions committee. Dealing with ad hoc general technical queries from lawyers across the finance group. Access to knowledge Working with the Knowledge Partner, knowledge paralegal and finance fee-earners to develop and maintain finance knowhow resources, including finance precedents and practice notes. Working with the firm's coding experts to automate appropriate finance templates. Developing and maintaining the finance knowledge dashboards on the finance group's intranet pages. Maintaining and developing curated knowhow resources for the finance group. Current Awareness Working with the finance knowledge development paralegal to produce regular current awareness updates for the finance group. Coordinating with other departments to arrange cross-departmental knowhow and keeping the finance group updated on relevant developments in other areas. Internal training Coordinating (and working to improve, where relevant) existing finance training programmes, including:- the trainee training programme; - the associate training curriculum; and- the rolling finance fee earner training programme,(including identifying relevant topics, planning training timetables, presenting/organising speakers (including external speakers where relevant), overseeing arrangements and monitoring attendance). Innovation and efficiency Assisting junior members of the team with establishing and maintaining efficient and profitable working practices. Working with the innovation and central knowledge management team to identify efficiencies, process improvements and new and existing legal technology which can be employed to help the work of the finance group. Rolling out any processes/legal tech which are identified as benefiting the work of the finance group. Championing and the adoption of new technologies, including GenAI, to streamline workflows and support continuous learning and improvement. Attributes/Skills Required Demonstrates the Stephenson Harwood values of individuality, commitment, teamwork and straight talking. Qualified lawyer with extensive legal finance experience Excellent technical ability. Cooperative and collaborative in approach and is able to develop excellent working relationships at all levels and roles. Organised, self-motivated and able to work to deadlines with the ability to prioritise realistically. Ability to win the respect of partners and other key stakeholders. Ability able to work alone and within a team. Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent verbal and numerical communication skills. Resilient, with the ability to handle set-backs and pressure. Interest in assessing and implementing (on an ongoing basis) process improvements and efficiencies (utilising, where relevant, legal technology solutions). Experience of or interest in applying document automation solutions to template legal documents. Experience of delivering training (internal and client facing). Ability to present legal developments in a practical manner, which will be easily absorbed and used by fee-earners. Ability to leverage knowledge for the benefit of the finance group's clients and lawyers, including assisting with the production of knowledge-based marketing materials. Ability to operate professionally and proactively at all times. Ability to acquire, consolidate and apply fundamental and up-to-date knowledge of the law. Passion for innovation and for evolving and improving knowledge processes and resources. Openness to new ways of working and enthusiasm for integrating emerging technologies, such as GenAI, into the knowledge function. Active participant in self-development. This job description is indicative only and does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The firm reserves the right to alter or change the responsibilities at any time, in line with the firm's strategy and business needs. About the Firm Stephenson Harwood is an international law firm, and we're committed to creating 'positive partnerships' with our clients. We represent listed and private companies, institutions and individuals, building lasting relationships to help them succeed in a complex and ever-changing world. Our focus is on five core sectors: Energy Transition, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Private Capital and Funds, Technology, and Transportation and Trade. With more than 1,400 people, including 210+ partners, across eight offices in Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we combine deep legal capabilities and broad commercial expertise. We have also forged close ties with high quality law firms around the world, blending local knowledge with global savvy for clients in over 100 countries. . click apply for full job details
Your new company An independent production company creating award-winning films and documentaries is currently expanding their presence and growing with lots of exciting projects, as such they are seeking a qualified Finance Manager to join the team. Your new role Financial Reporting & Analysis Management Accounting Cost Control & Performance Management Month-End & Year-End Duties Business Partnering System and Process improvement What you'll need to succeed ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified Open on practice or industry 2-5+ years' experience in management accounting or similar role desired Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis desired Knowledge of ERP/accounting systems (QuickBooks, Xero.) What you'll get in return Be part of a growing independent studio with an exciting slate of projects. Work in a creative, fast-paced environment where your input matters. Competitive salary and benefits package. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Nicolette now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Your new company An independent production company creating award-winning films and documentaries is currently expanding their presence and growing with lots of exciting projects, as such they are seeking a qualified Finance Manager to join the team. Your new role Financial Reporting & Analysis Management Accounting Cost Control & Performance Management Month-End & Year-End Duties Business Partnering System and Process improvement What you'll need to succeed ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified Open on practice or industry 2-5+ years' experience in management accounting or similar role desired Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis desired Knowledge of ERP/accounting systems (QuickBooks, Xero.) What you'll get in return Be part of a growing independent studio with an exciting slate of projects. Work in a creative, fast-paced environment where your input matters. Competitive salary and benefits package. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Nicolette now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Trade Marketing Operations Lead Location: Bracknell (Hybrid, 4 days on site) Contract: 12-24 months Hours: 37.5 hours per week Pay Rate: - 57'000 Role Overview I am recruiting for a leading global consumer goods business seeking an experienced Trade Marketing Operations Lead to join their team on a hybrid basis in Bracknell. This is a high-impact contract role supporting the delivery of trade marketing strategy and in-store execution across the UK market. The Trade Marketing Operations Lead plays a pivotal role in bridging brand strategy and shopper execution across the UK market. This role is responsible for setting up country product extensions, translating pricing structures, and leading trade marketing operations that drive in-store visibility, optimise retail performance, and grow market share across multiple channels. Working closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and external partners, the role ensures seamless execution of go-to-market plans and trade initiatives in line with business objectives. Key Responsibilities Product & Point of Sale (POS) Extension Act as the lead for NER and translate Manufacturer Selling Price (MSP) pricing into Customer List Price (CLP) pricing for the region. Manage the regional product extension process from the agreed portfolio. Lead the GMCE process for UK retail displays. Act as system approver for GDPT and trade deals for the NER region. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align campaign timelines with product launches and promotional windows. Tools & Materials Development Partner with shopper marketing and sales teams to brief and execute in-store display activations. Develop and own the UK POS playbook, while influencing the wider EMEA POS playbook. Lead and track multiple concurrent retail marketing projects, ensuring delivery on time and in line with strategic priorities. Maintain detailed project plans, calendars, and timelines, proactively identifying risks and adjusting plans where required. Coordinate cross-functional inputs from design, logistics, and sales teams to ensure smooth execution of retail programmes. Oversee document control for retail displays, ensuring all materials are accurate, compliant, and aligned with brand guidelines. Ensure strong shelf presence and effective shopper engagement at point of sale. Cross-Functional Collaboration Act as a key interface between Sales, Marketing, Operations, and global HQ teams. Partner with Supply Chain and Finance to ensure efficient and compliant execution of trade programmes. Lead business development initiatives in collaboration with distributor sales teams. Experience & Skills Experience 5-10 years' experience in Trade Marketing or Shopper Marketing. Strong background within Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and retail environments. Proven experience working with UK Grocery and DIY retail accounts. No travel required. Key Skills Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills. Excellent numerical and analytical capability. Deep understanding of retail execution and trade marketing principles. Education Degree in Marketing or related discipline. CIM Diploma (or equivalent professional qualification). ECS Resource Group are an Equal Opportunity Employer, for more information please click the following link: (url removed) In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, if you require an alternative form of application please click the following link: Flexible Application Process - (url removed)/work/flexible-application-process
Jan 11, 2026
Contractor
Trade Marketing Operations Lead Location: Bracknell (Hybrid, 4 days on site) Contract: 12-24 months Hours: 37.5 hours per week Pay Rate: - 57'000 Role Overview I am recruiting for a leading global consumer goods business seeking an experienced Trade Marketing Operations Lead to join their team on a hybrid basis in Bracknell. This is a high-impact contract role supporting the delivery of trade marketing strategy and in-store execution across the UK market. The Trade Marketing Operations Lead plays a pivotal role in bridging brand strategy and shopper execution across the UK market. This role is responsible for setting up country product extensions, translating pricing structures, and leading trade marketing operations that drive in-store visibility, optimise retail performance, and grow market share across multiple channels. Working closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and external partners, the role ensures seamless execution of go-to-market plans and trade initiatives in line with business objectives. Key Responsibilities Product & Point of Sale (POS) Extension Act as the lead for NER and translate Manufacturer Selling Price (MSP) pricing into Customer List Price (CLP) pricing for the region. Manage the regional product extension process from the agreed portfolio. Lead the GMCE process for UK retail displays. Act as system approver for GDPT and trade deals for the NER region. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align campaign timelines with product launches and promotional windows. Tools & Materials Development Partner with shopper marketing and sales teams to brief and execute in-store display activations. Develop and own the UK POS playbook, while influencing the wider EMEA POS playbook. Lead and track multiple concurrent retail marketing projects, ensuring delivery on time and in line with strategic priorities. Maintain detailed project plans, calendars, and timelines, proactively identifying risks and adjusting plans where required. Coordinate cross-functional inputs from design, logistics, and sales teams to ensure smooth execution of retail programmes. Oversee document control for retail displays, ensuring all materials are accurate, compliant, and aligned with brand guidelines. Ensure strong shelf presence and effective shopper engagement at point of sale. Cross-Functional Collaboration Act as a key interface between Sales, Marketing, Operations, and global HQ teams. Partner with Supply Chain and Finance to ensure efficient and compliant execution of trade programmes. Lead business development initiatives in collaboration with distributor sales teams. Experience & Skills Experience 5-10 years' experience in Trade Marketing or Shopper Marketing. Strong background within Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and retail environments. Proven experience working with UK Grocery and DIY retail accounts. No travel required. Key Skills Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills. Excellent numerical and analytical capability. Deep understanding of retail execution and trade marketing principles. Education Degree in Marketing or related discipline. CIM Diploma (or equivalent professional qualification). ECS Resource Group are an Equal Opportunity Employer, for more information please click the following link: (url removed) In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, if you require an alternative form of application please click the following link: Flexible Application Process - (url removed)/work/flexible-application-process
Corporate Tax Director Role at a Top 10 Firm in Devon! Your new company A leading independent firm of chartered accountants and business advisers in the South West, offering diverse career development opportunities. With a history dating back over a century, the firm has grown to nearly 1,000 people across multiple offices, combining the scale to work with exciting clients and the culture to remain friendly and supportive. Recognised nationally for wellbeing and development, the firm has been certified as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years and consistently ranks among the UK's Best Workplaces, including top positions for women, wellbeing, and professional services. It also features in The Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers. While proudly independent, the firm is part of a global network, providing international connections and opportunities. Your new role Lead and develop relationships with corporate clients Support Tax Partners and collaborate with Accounts/Audit teams to deliver a comprehensive service Manage the Complex Corporate Tax team and mentor junior members Review complex corporate tax returns and provide technical guidance Act as main HMRC contact, including CCM liaison and support with investigations Stay up to date with tax legislation and apply technical knowledge accurately Oversee WIP, billing, and debtor collection Contribute to internal/external presentations and develop technical training materials What you'll need to succeed Extensive experience in corporate tax, with a focus on large corporate compliance CTA qualified (ACA or ACCA advantageous) Strong interpersonal and communication skills, confident working with stakeholders at all levels Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative High attention to detail and able to perform under pressure Effective problem-solving skills Team-oriented and enjoys collaborative working What you'll get in return Pension Group life assurance (up to four times core salary) Group income protection Health cash plan for everyday healthcare costs Private medical insurance Option to buy additional holiday Counselling and family support Virtual GP access for you and your family Cycle to work scheme Shopping and gym discounts Gifts for career and family milestones One volunteering day per year Emergency funding support Electric vehicle lease scheme What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Corporate Tax Director Role at a Top 10 Firm in Devon! Your new company A leading independent firm of chartered accountants and business advisers in the South West, offering diverse career development opportunities. With a history dating back over a century, the firm has grown to nearly 1,000 people across multiple offices, combining the scale to work with exciting clients and the culture to remain friendly and supportive. Recognised nationally for wellbeing and development, the firm has been certified as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years and consistently ranks among the UK's Best Workplaces, including top positions for women, wellbeing, and professional services. It also features in The Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers. While proudly independent, the firm is part of a global network, providing international connections and opportunities. Your new role Lead and develop relationships with corporate clients Support Tax Partners and collaborate with Accounts/Audit teams to deliver a comprehensive service Manage the Complex Corporate Tax team and mentor junior members Review complex corporate tax returns and provide technical guidance Act as main HMRC contact, including CCM liaison and support with investigations Stay up to date with tax legislation and apply technical knowledge accurately Oversee WIP, billing, and debtor collection Contribute to internal/external presentations and develop technical training materials What you'll need to succeed Extensive experience in corporate tax, with a focus on large corporate compliance CTA qualified (ACA or ACCA advantageous) Strong interpersonal and communication skills, confident working with stakeholders at all levels Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative High attention to detail and able to perform under pressure Effective problem-solving skills Team-oriented and enjoys collaborative working What you'll get in return Pension Group life assurance (up to four times core salary) Group income protection Health cash plan for everyday healthcare costs Private medical insurance Option to buy additional holiday Counselling and family support Virtual GP access for you and your family Cycle to work scheme Shopping and gym discounts Gifts for career and family milestones One volunteering day per year Emergency funding support Electric vehicle lease scheme What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Senior FP&A Analyst with strong Financial Modelling skills Your new company A leading firm within the Financial Services Sector which has undergone considerable growth via multiple acquisitions globally. They offer the opportunity to be inquisitive, commercial and exceptional career development opportunities.You will be based 1 day a week in the Maidstone office, or you can be based in the London office based in the City and the rest working from home. Your new role Overview: Supporting the Head of FP&A, you will be responsible for managing the planning, reporting and analysis for the UK&I business, aligning strategy and ensure the needs of the Group Finance team are met. Responsibilities will include:FP&A•To provide greater insight into drivers of business performance, identify associated risks and opportunities, review and report on performance and understand the impacts on future performance•Interpret consolidated forecast numbers, including analysis of individual submitted forecasts to provide insights into future performance•Support the month-end and year-end close processes, including variance analysis and reporting.•To participate and assist with planning and running the quarterly rolling forecasts and annual budget processes •Support the Head of FP&A with the creation of detailed quarterly, half-yearly and ad-hoc presentations to Group•Support the Head of FP&A with ad hoc requests from Group Finance and subsidiaries within the UK&I Retail business•Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in financial planning and analysis •Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support business decisions and strategic initiatives. Management Information and Reporting•Assisting with timely production of Management and Financial accounts.•Assisting with the provision of financial Management Information and analysis of performance and trends, ensuring that stakeholders are provided with timely and relevant information to manage the business•Helping to support other members of the FP&A team What you'll need to succeed You will be a recently qualified accountant (ideally ACA from the Big 4) with strong Financial Modelling, Business Partnering & Analysis skills. If you have worked with Transaction Advisory Services they would be very interested in your application. What you'll get in return Competitive salary £60,000 -£70,000 DOE Excellent career development opportunities - they are growingExcellent benefits packageHybrid & flexible working options - 1 day in the office. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Senior FP&A Analyst with strong Financial Modelling skills Your new company A leading firm within the Financial Services Sector which has undergone considerable growth via multiple acquisitions globally. They offer the opportunity to be inquisitive, commercial and exceptional career development opportunities.You will be based 1 day a week in the Maidstone office, or you can be based in the London office based in the City and the rest working from home. Your new role Overview: Supporting the Head of FP&A, you will be responsible for managing the planning, reporting and analysis for the UK&I business, aligning strategy and ensure the needs of the Group Finance team are met. Responsibilities will include:FP&A•To provide greater insight into drivers of business performance, identify associated risks and opportunities, review and report on performance and understand the impacts on future performance•Interpret consolidated forecast numbers, including analysis of individual submitted forecasts to provide insights into future performance•Support the month-end and year-end close processes, including variance analysis and reporting.•To participate and assist with planning and running the quarterly rolling forecasts and annual budget processes •Support the Head of FP&A with the creation of detailed quarterly, half-yearly and ad-hoc presentations to Group•Support the Head of FP&A with ad hoc requests from Group Finance and subsidiaries within the UK&I Retail business•Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in financial planning and analysis •Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support business decisions and strategic initiatives. Management Information and Reporting•Assisting with timely production of Management and Financial accounts.•Assisting with the provision of financial Management Information and analysis of performance and trends, ensuring that stakeholders are provided with timely and relevant information to manage the business•Helping to support other members of the FP&A team What you'll need to succeed You will be a recently qualified accountant (ideally ACA from the Big 4) with strong Financial Modelling, Business Partnering & Analysis skills. If you have worked with Transaction Advisory Services they would be very interested in your application. What you'll get in return Competitive salary £60,000 -£70,000 DOE Excellent career development opportunities - they are growingExcellent benefits packageHybrid & flexible working options - 1 day in the office. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Job Description Chief of Digital Operations Derby (Hybrid - min 3 days on site) Full Time Why join Rolls-Royce? At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture. An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Central ET&S (Engineering, Technology and Safety) Digital Manufacturing team for a Chief of Digital Operations. This is a Senior Leadership Role reporting to the Head of Manufacturing Processes and Systems. The ET&S Digital team is a delivery-focused group responsible for supporting, developing, and leading the deployment of digital solutions across the organisation. Working closely with Information Technology, Design and Operations, the Chief of Digital Operations will be accountable for creating a comprehensive suite of digital capability that transforms the way that our domestic manufacturing footprint operates. Key Accountabilities: As the Chief of Digital Operations, you will lead the team and have technical accountability for the creation and deployment of our digital capabilities within our domestic manufacturing ecosystem. In this role, you will lead and develop a team of Digital Manufacturing Engineers operating across multiple manufacturing and assembly facilities, supporting major programmes both internally and within the external supply chain. You will also play a key role in the execution of the Group Digital & IT Strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering measurable outcomes. We are seeking candidates with strong experience in Digital Manufacturing, proven capability in programme leadership, and a successful track record of driving strategy and delivering results. What you will be doing: Leading and developing a team of Digital Manufacturing Engineers across multiple manufacturing and assembly sites, supporting both internal operations and external supply chains. Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Group IT, Operations, PMO, and Finance to ensure alignment and effective delivery of digital initiatives. Championing the value and benefits of Digital Manufacturing across wider business functions to drive engagement and adoption. Supporting the development of critical Digital Manufacturing skills and digital awareness throughout the organisation at all levels. Managing relationships and communications with stakeholders at all levels of the business. Partnering with Digital Manufacturing Specialists to define, develop, and implement digital strategies and roadmaps. Accountable for ensuring that all technologies developed and deployed within the business are in full compliance to Health, Safety & Environmental Standards and meet the expectations of the Zero Harm programme. Accountable for ensuring that digital systems risks are understood and mitigated, and for promoting a product safety culture in the organisation. Create a culture of zero defects within the organisation. Ensure that digital systems within the business are developed and deployed to support Right First Time manufacture. Operate as an active member of the global Digital Manufacturing leadership team, supporting cross-business and sector collaboration, knowledge sharing, skills and process development to best utilise the available resources to deliver business needs and priorities. Preferred requirements: Strong knowledge of Digital Manufacturing implementation processes and best practices. Demonstrated ability to influence working practices and drive cultural and operational change. Proven experience managing multiple workstreams and balancing priorities across complex stakeholder groups. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills across all organisational levels. Experience in leading change initiatives, ideally within operational or manufacturing environments. Demonstrated experience in training, mentoring, and coaching others to develop capability and embed new ways of working. Project Planning and control techniques Broad knowledge of Manufacturing Engineering Processes Understanding for driving Operational Performance What we offer: We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts. Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive. Closing date: 11th January 2026 As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided. Job Category Manufacturing Engineering Posting Date 23 Dec 2025; 00:12 Posting End Date 11 Jan 2026PandoLogic.
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Job Description Chief of Digital Operations Derby (Hybrid - min 3 days on site) Full Time Why join Rolls-Royce? At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture. An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Central ET&S (Engineering, Technology and Safety) Digital Manufacturing team for a Chief of Digital Operations. This is a Senior Leadership Role reporting to the Head of Manufacturing Processes and Systems. The ET&S Digital team is a delivery-focused group responsible for supporting, developing, and leading the deployment of digital solutions across the organisation. Working closely with Information Technology, Design and Operations, the Chief of Digital Operations will be accountable for creating a comprehensive suite of digital capability that transforms the way that our domestic manufacturing footprint operates. Key Accountabilities: As the Chief of Digital Operations, you will lead the team and have technical accountability for the creation and deployment of our digital capabilities within our domestic manufacturing ecosystem. In this role, you will lead and develop a team of Digital Manufacturing Engineers operating across multiple manufacturing and assembly facilities, supporting major programmes both internally and within the external supply chain. You will also play a key role in the execution of the Group Digital & IT Strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering measurable outcomes. We are seeking candidates with strong experience in Digital Manufacturing, proven capability in programme leadership, and a successful track record of driving strategy and delivering results. What you will be doing: Leading and developing a team of Digital Manufacturing Engineers across multiple manufacturing and assembly sites, supporting both internal operations and external supply chains. Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Group IT, Operations, PMO, and Finance to ensure alignment and effective delivery of digital initiatives. Championing the value and benefits of Digital Manufacturing across wider business functions to drive engagement and adoption. Supporting the development of critical Digital Manufacturing skills and digital awareness throughout the organisation at all levels. Managing relationships and communications with stakeholders at all levels of the business. Partnering with Digital Manufacturing Specialists to define, develop, and implement digital strategies and roadmaps. Accountable for ensuring that all technologies developed and deployed within the business are in full compliance to Health, Safety & Environmental Standards and meet the expectations of the Zero Harm programme. Accountable for ensuring that digital systems risks are understood and mitigated, and for promoting a product safety culture in the organisation. Create a culture of zero defects within the organisation. Ensure that digital systems within the business are developed and deployed to support Right First Time manufacture. Operate as an active member of the global Digital Manufacturing leadership team, supporting cross-business and sector collaboration, knowledge sharing, skills and process development to best utilise the available resources to deliver business needs and priorities. Preferred requirements: Strong knowledge of Digital Manufacturing implementation processes and best practices. Demonstrated ability to influence working practices and drive cultural and operational change. Proven experience managing multiple workstreams and balancing priorities across complex stakeholder groups. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills across all organisational levels. Experience in leading change initiatives, ideally within operational or manufacturing environments. Demonstrated experience in training, mentoring, and coaching others to develop capability and embed new ways of working. Project Planning and control techniques Broad knowledge of Manufacturing Engineering Processes Understanding for driving Operational Performance What we offer: We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts. Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive. Closing date: 11th January 2026 As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided. Job Category Manufacturing Engineering Posting Date 23 Dec 2025; 00:12 Posting End Date 11 Jan 2026PandoLogic.
