Client Manager - General Practice Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 Are you an experienced practice accountant who enjoys proper client contact, varied general practice work and the rare luxury of working somewhere that actually understands people have lives outside the office? This Client Manager role in Abingdon could be a brilliant fit. This is a well-established accountancy practice based in the heart of Abingdon, supporting a broad portfolio of clients across accounts, tax, VAT, bookkeeping, payroll and advisory work. The firm has around 1,000 clients and a close-knit team of 15, offering the feel of a traditional, supportive local practice without the "stuck in the past" energy that sometimes comes with that. As a Client Manager , you'll manage your own portfolio of clients, build strong long-term relationships and take ownership of a wide range of accountancy and tax work. The client base is genuinely varied, covering industries such as construction, retail, restaurants, farms, consultants, technology businesses, surveyors, estate agents, service businesses and more. The role will include: Managing a portfolio of owner-managed businesses, limited companies, sole traders and partnerships Preparing and reviewing accounts and tax returns Corporation tax and personal tax work VAT returns and Making Tax Digital support Bookkeeping and management accounts where required Advising clients on cloud accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, FreeAgent and KashFlow Supporting clients with business structure, tax efficiency and general commercial queries Building trusted relationships with clients and becoming their day-to-day point of contact Working closely with the directors and wider team This Client Manager position would suit someone already working in accountancy practice who enjoys variety, autonomy and client relationships. You might currently be an Accounts Senior, Senior Accountant, Assistant Manager or Client Manager looking for a role where you can feel valued, trusted and properly supported. Why this role? The culture is a major selling point. The firm has a strong track record of retaining staff because they are supportive, flexible and willing to adapt as people's circumstances change. The office is open-plan, collaborative and genuinely friendly, with a team who help each other out rather than disappearing behind headphones and pretending not to hear the phone ring. The role is office-based, but flexibility is central to the culture, with many staff working adjusted hours or part-time patterns. The office is in central Abingdon, within walking distance of Waitrose, with plenty of parking available. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants the variety of general practice work, genuine client ownership and a team environment where people tend to stay for the right reasons. What they're looking for: Experience working in UK accountancy practice Strong accounts and tax experience Comfortable managing client relationships Confident using cloud accounting software ACCA/ACA qualified, qualified by experience or suitably experienced Friendly, reliable and happy working as part of a small, supportive team Sponsorship is not available for this role. Interested? If this sounds like the sort of move that would make work feel a bit more human again, apply today for a confidential conversation. As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
Client Manager - General Practice Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 Are you an experienced practice accountant who enjoys proper client contact, varied general practice work and the rare luxury of working somewhere that actually understands people have lives outside the office? This Client Manager role in Abingdon could be a brilliant fit. This is a well-established accountancy practice based in the heart of Abingdon, supporting a broad portfolio of clients across accounts, tax, VAT, bookkeeping, payroll and advisory work. The firm has around 1,000 clients and a close-knit team of 15, offering the feel of a traditional, supportive local practice without the "stuck in the past" energy that sometimes comes with that. As a Client Manager , you'll manage your own portfolio of clients, build strong long-term relationships and take ownership of a wide range of accountancy and tax work. The client base is genuinely varied, covering industries such as construction, retail, restaurants, farms, consultants, technology businesses, surveyors, estate agents, service businesses and more. The role will include: Managing a portfolio of owner-managed businesses, limited companies, sole traders and partnerships Preparing and reviewing accounts and tax returns Corporation tax and personal tax work VAT returns and Making Tax Digital support Bookkeeping and management accounts where required Advising clients on cloud accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, FreeAgent and KashFlow Supporting clients with business structure, tax efficiency and general commercial queries Building trusted relationships with clients and becoming their day-to-day point of contact Working closely with the directors and wider team This Client Manager position would suit someone already working in accountancy practice who enjoys variety, autonomy and client relationships. You might currently be an Accounts Senior, Senior Accountant, Assistant Manager or Client Manager looking for a role where you can feel valued, trusted and properly supported. Why this role? The culture is a major selling point. The firm has a strong track record of retaining staff because they are supportive, flexible and willing to adapt as people's circumstances change. The office is open-plan, collaborative and genuinely friendly, with a team who help each other out rather than disappearing behind headphones and pretending not to hear the phone ring. The role is office-based, but flexibility is central to the culture, with many staff working adjusted hours or part-time patterns. The office is in central Abingdon, within walking distance of Waitrose, with plenty of parking available. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants the variety of general practice work, genuine client ownership and a team environment where people tend to stay for the right reasons. What they're looking for: Experience working in UK accountancy practice Strong accounts and tax experience Comfortable managing client relationships Confident using cloud accounting software ACCA/ACA qualified, qualified by experience or suitably experienced Friendly, reliable and happy working as part of a small, supportive team Sponsorship is not available for this role. Interested? If this sounds like the sort of move that would make work feel a bit more human again, apply today for a confidential conversation. As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
THE COMPANY One of the UK s largest independent Property Consultancies is actively recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their established team. The client is one of the leading Consultancies in the UK, with a network of offices across the country and overseas. They have an outstanding reputation in the market and are currently delivering high-profile Commercial sector developments. Projects span both public and private sectors and include office towers, corporate campuses, retail schemes, and mixed-use commercial developments for high-profile clients. Values can range from £5 million up to multi-billion-pound projects. THE POSITION They are actively looking to recruit a number of Senior Quantity Surveyors to take full responsibility for managing Commercial sector projects from inception to completion. The successful Quantity Surveyor will have full client ownership and deliver projects across a diverse portfolio of commercial developments. Project values typically range from £1 million up to £500 million. At Senior level, the successful candidate will also play a key role in business and client development, representing the consultancy at networking events and industry meetings, and contributing to the growth of the Commercial division. THE CANDIDATE The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor must: Hold a degree in Quantity Surveying and ideally be a full member of the RICS Have experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within a Consultancy / PQS environment Have experience delivering projects within the Property / Building sectors Ideally have previous experience in the Commercial sector, managing projects up to £20 million in value Possess strong communication and client-facing skills Demonstrate the ability to manage projects independently from inception through to completion WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Opportunity to work on high-profile Commercial sector projects Genuine career progression, with opportunities to progress to Associate and Director level Work for a market-leading Consultancy with an exceptional reputation and strong client base Excellent company culture with a collaborative and supportive senior management team INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Ben Chappell on (phone number removed) for more information.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
THE COMPANY One of the UK s largest independent Property Consultancies is actively recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their established team. The client is one of the leading Consultancies in the UK, with a network of offices across the country and overseas. They have an outstanding reputation in the market and are currently delivering high-profile Commercial sector developments. Projects span both public and private sectors and include office towers, corporate campuses, retail schemes, and mixed-use commercial developments for high-profile clients. Values can range from £5 million up to multi-billion-pound projects. THE POSITION They are actively looking to recruit a number of Senior Quantity Surveyors to take full responsibility for managing Commercial sector projects from inception to completion. The successful Quantity Surveyor will have full client ownership and deliver projects across a diverse portfolio of commercial developments. Project values typically range from £1 million up to £500 million. At Senior level, the successful candidate will also play a key role in business and client development, representing the consultancy at networking events and industry meetings, and contributing to the growth of the Commercial division. THE CANDIDATE The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor must: Hold a degree in Quantity Surveying and ideally be a full member of the RICS Have experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within a Consultancy / PQS environment Have experience delivering projects within the Property / Building sectors Ideally have previous experience in the Commercial sector, managing projects up to £20 million in value Possess strong communication and client-facing skills Demonstrate the ability to manage projects independently from inception through to completion WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Opportunity to work on high-profile Commercial sector projects Genuine career progression, with opportunities to progress to Associate and Director level Work for a market-leading Consultancy with an exceptional reputation and strong client base Excellent company culture with a collaborative and supportive senior management team INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Ben Chappell on (phone number removed) for more information.
THE COMPANY One of the UK s largest independent Property Consultancies is actively recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their established team. The client is one of the leading Consultancies in the UK, with a network of offices across the country and overseas. They have an outstanding reputation in the market and are currently delivering high-profile Commercial sector developments. Projects span both public and private sectors and include office towers, corporate campuses, retail schemes, and mixed-use commercial developments for high-profile clients. Values can range from £5 million up to multi-billion-pound projects. THE POSITION They are actively looking to recruit a number of Senior Quantity Surveyors to take full responsibility for managing Commercial sector projects from inception to completion. The successful Quantity Surveyor will have full client ownership and deliver projects across a diverse portfolio of commercial developments. Project values typically range from £1 million up to £500 million. At Senior level, the successful candidate will also play a key role in business and client development, representing the consultancy at networking events and industry meetings, and contributing to the growth of the Commercial division. THE CANDIDATE The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor must: Hold a degree in Quantity Surveying and ideally be a full member of the RICS Have experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within a Consultancy / PQS environment Have experience delivering projects within the Property / Building sectors Ideally have previous experience in the Commercial sector, managing projects up to £20 million in value Possess strong communication and client-facing skills Demonstrate the ability to manage projects independently from inception through to completion WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Opportunity to work on high-profile Commercial sector projects Genuine career progression, with opportunities to progress to Associate and Director level Work for a market-leading Consultancy with an exceptional reputation and strong client base Excellent company culture with a collaborative and supportive senior management team INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Ben Chappell on (phone number removed) for more information.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
THE COMPANY One of the UK s largest independent Property Consultancies is actively recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their established team. The client is one of the leading Consultancies in the UK, with a network of offices across the country and overseas. They have an outstanding reputation in the market and are currently delivering high-profile Commercial sector developments. Projects span both public and private sectors and include office towers, corporate campuses, retail schemes, and mixed-use commercial developments for high-profile clients. Values can range from £5 million up to multi-billion-pound projects. THE POSITION They are actively looking to recruit a number of Senior Quantity Surveyors to take full responsibility for managing Commercial sector projects from inception to completion. The successful Quantity Surveyor will have full client ownership and deliver projects across a diverse portfolio of commercial developments. Project values typically range from £1 million up to £500 million. At Senior level, the successful candidate will also play a key role in business and client development, representing the consultancy at networking events and industry meetings, and contributing to the growth of the Commercial division. THE CANDIDATE The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor must: Hold a degree in Quantity Surveying and ideally be a full member of the RICS Have experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within a Consultancy / PQS environment Have experience delivering projects within the Property / Building sectors Ideally have previous experience in the Commercial sector, managing projects up to £20 million in value Possess strong communication and client-facing skills Demonstrate the ability to manage projects independently from inception through to completion WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Opportunity to work on high-profile Commercial sector projects Genuine career progression, with opportunities to progress to Associate and Director level Work for a market-leading Consultancy with an exceptional reputation and strong client base Excellent company culture with a collaborative and supportive senior management team INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Ben Chappell on (phone number removed) for more information.
One of the UK's largest independent Property Consultancies is actively recruiting an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to be based in Reading. THE COMPANY The client is one of the leading Consultancies in the UK with a network of offices across the country as well as overseas. They have a great reputation in the market and are working on some Reading's highest profile developments. Projects can range from Public to Private sector to suit the candidates preference. Individual projects include working on high profile Residential developments, Commercial fit out (Cat A) and large Hotels for blue chip clients. Values can range from £5 million to multi billion size projects. THE POSITION They are actively looking to recruit a number of individuals at Intermediate Quantity Surveyor level to get involved in taking full responsibility of projects from inception to completion. The successful Quantity Surveyor will be given the opportunity to take full client ownership and work on projects across a range of sectors. Value of projects can range from £1 - £20 million. The projects will be within the Retail and Leisure sectors but long term have a number of opportunities to get involved in anything from Residential, Commercial, Education and Health. THE CANDIDATE The successful Quantity Surveyor must: Have a degree in Quantity Surveying Have experience working as a Quantity Surveyor on the Consultancy / PQS side Have experience working on projects within Property / Building Have experience working on projects from inception to completion Have good communication and client facing skills WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Opportunity to work on some of Birmingham's most high profile projects They are actively looking to recruit a number of people which projects career opportunities to Senior level Market leading Consultancy with a great reputation in the market Fantastic company culture and senior management INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Ben Chappell on (phone number removed) for more information.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
One of the UK's largest independent Property Consultancies is actively recruiting an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to be based in Reading. THE COMPANY The client is one of the leading Consultancies in the UK with a network of offices across the country as well as overseas. They have a great reputation in the market and are working on some Reading's highest profile developments. Projects can range from Public to Private sector to suit the candidates preference. Individual projects include working on high profile Residential developments, Commercial fit out (Cat A) and large Hotels for blue chip clients. Values can range from £5 million to multi billion size projects. THE POSITION They are actively looking to recruit a number of individuals at Intermediate Quantity Surveyor level to get involved in taking full responsibility of projects from inception to completion. The successful Quantity Surveyor will be given the opportunity to take full client ownership and work on projects across a range of sectors. Value of projects can range from £1 - £20 million. The projects will be within the Retail and Leisure sectors but long term have a number of opportunities to get involved in anything from Residential, Commercial, Education and Health. THE CANDIDATE The successful Quantity Surveyor must: Have a degree in Quantity Surveying Have experience working as a Quantity Surveyor on the Consultancy / PQS side Have experience working on projects within Property / Building Have experience working on projects from inception to completion Have good communication and client facing skills WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Opportunity to work on some of Birmingham's most high profile projects They are actively looking to recruit a number of people which projects career opportunities to Senior level Market leading Consultancy with a great reputation in the market Fantastic company culture and senior management INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Ben Chappell on (phone number removed) for more information.
Kier Water Projects - Expression of Interest About Kier At Kier Group, our purpose is to sustainably deliver vital infrastructure across the UK and build lasting legacies through supporting our clients and communities in which we operate. With an order book value in excess of £10bn, we're committed to building resilience and creating innovative solutions for our customers. Within our Natural Resources, Nuclear and Networks business we have been appointed to work in partnership with Thames Water, as part of the wider £840m Capital Delivery Framework AMP 8 investment plan. The framework is for a five-year period with further investment estimated to be up to £20bn by the end of 2030. The programme of works will include modernisation of clean water and wastewater non-infrastructure across London and Thames Valley regions. Career opportunities and registering your interest We're now seeking to grow our workforce and develop our resource and skills capability, in order to deliver these vital projects. We're looking to attract diverse talent with transferable skills from the previous delivery of major projects, ideally at Tier 1 level. The roles will be situated across London, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire & Hertfordshire regions and across all levels of positions including, but not limited to: Project Managers Senior Project Managers Assistant Project Managers Construction Managers Agents Sub-Agents Senior Engineers Site Engineers Works Managers General Foreman Managing Quantity Surveyors Quantity Surveyors Estimators Design Managers Design Co-ordinators Planners M&E Project Engineers Commissioning Engineers Health and Safety Advisors Environmental Advisors Document Controllers Technical Administrators If you're interested in joining us and developing a career within Kier, then please apply and register your interest today. Our team of dedicated recruiters will follow-up with you to provide further detail on these exciting opportunities and expected timelines. Upon your application, please state the job position you are interested in, your desired work location and any additional information you would like to let us know, such as open to re-locating. Our opportunities are designed to provide flexibility, where we can. Therefore, please state on your application if you have any flexible working requirements and we will aim to support where possible. Please note, a valid UK driving license is essential. Rewards and benefits We're proud to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Want to see what we have to offer, take a closer look here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Keir's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . Right to Work & Security Clearance Any expression of interest will be subject to holding the required right to work in the UK in order to comply with the relevant UK legislation. We will request to see evidence of your right to work as part of the selection process. We reserve the right to withdraw any offer should the required evidence not be provided. For some of our positions, you may also require Security Clearance as part of the vetting process. Closing Date for applications: Friday 3rd October We look forward to seeing your application to
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Kier Water Projects - Expression of Interest About Kier At Kier Group, our purpose is to sustainably deliver vital infrastructure across the UK and build lasting legacies through supporting our clients and communities in which we operate. With an order book value in excess of £10bn, we're committed to building resilience and creating innovative solutions for our customers. Within our Natural Resources, Nuclear and Networks business we have been appointed to work in partnership with Thames Water, as part of the wider £840m Capital Delivery Framework AMP 8 investment plan. The framework is for a five-year period with further investment estimated to be up to £20bn by the end of 2030. The programme of works will include modernisation of clean water and wastewater non-infrastructure across London and Thames Valley regions. Career opportunities and registering your interest We're now seeking to grow our workforce and develop our resource and skills capability, in order to deliver these vital projects. We're looking to attract diverse talent with transferable skills from the previous delivery of major projects, ideally at Tier 1 level. The roles will be situated across London, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire & Hertfordshire regions and across all levels of positions including, but not limited to: Project Managers Senior Project Managers Assistant Project Managers Construction Managers Agents Sub-Agents Senior Engineers Site Engineers Works Managers General Foreman Managing Quantity Surveyors Quantity Surveyors Estimators Design Managers Design Co-ordinators Planners M&E Project Engineers Commissioning Engineers Health and Safety Advisors Environmental Advisors Document Controllers Technical Administrators If you're interested in joining us and developing a career within Kier, then please apply and register your interest today. Our team of dedicated recruiters will follow-up with you to provide further detail on these exciting opportunities and expected timelines. Upon your application, please state the job position you are interested in, your desired work location and any additional information you would like to let us know, such as open to re-locating. Our opportunities are designed to provide flexibility, where we can. Therefore, please state on your application if you have any flexible working requirements and we will aim to support where possible. Please note, a valid UK driving license is essential. Rewards and benefits We're proud to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Want to see what we have to offer, take a closer look here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Keir's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . Right to Work & Security Clearance Any expression of interest will be subject to holding the required right to work in the UK in order to comply with the relevant UK legislation. We will request to see evidence of your right to work as part of the selection process. We reserve the right to withdraw any offer should the required evidence not be provided. For some of our positions, you may also require Security Clearance as part of the vetting process. Closing Date for applications: Friday 3rd October We look forward to seeing your application to
We're looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Kier Places - Building Solutions South team based in Basingstoke/ Southampton. Location: Working in and around the South based in either Basingstoke or Southampton. Hours: 37.5 hours per week What will you be responsible for? As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the Kier Places - Building Solutions South team, supporting them in delivering high-quality refurbishment and re-cladding projects across the region. Your day to day will include: Managing the commercial resources of assigned projects to maximise planned gross margin Assessing, reviewing and mitigating commercial and contractual risks Placing and controlling contracts, subcontracts, material and plant orders Supporting the compilation and submission of project variations Leading and motivating commercial staff to ensure collaborative relationships across teams What are we looking for? This role of Senior Quantity Surveyor is great for you if: You have relevant qualifications (Degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying desirable) and experience in a similar role You possess strong communication skills and can work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and the supply chain You are organised, deadline-driven, and confident using IT packages including Microsoft Office We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to
Sep 27, 2025
Full time
We're looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Kier Places - Building Solutions South team based in Basingstoke/ Southampton. Location: Working in and around the South based in either Basingstoke or Southampton. Hours: 37.5 hours per week What will you be responsible for? As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the Kier Places - Building Solutions South team, supporting them in delivering high-quality refurbishment and re-cladding projects across the region. Your day to day will include: Managing the commercial resources of assigned projects to maximise planned gross margin Assessing, reviewing and mitigating commercial and contractual risks Placing and controlling contracts, subcontracts, material and plant orders Supporting the compilation and submission of project variations Leading and motivating commercial staff to ensure collaborative relationships across teams What are we looking for? This role of Senior Quantity Surveyor is great for you if: You have relevant qualifications (Degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying desirable) and experience in a similar role You possess strong communication skills and can work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and the supply chain You are organised, deadline-driven, and confident using IT packages including Microsoft Office We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to
