Graduate Trainee Farm Business Consultant Southwest We're Westcotts - a Top Accountancy Practice and Real Living Wage Employer, with over 300 team members based across 16 offices in Devon and Somerset. We're looking for a Trainee Farm Business Consultant to join our team to be based on one of our 16 offices across Somerset, Devon and Wiltshire. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for agriculture who wants to start a career in Agricultural Management Consultancy, supporting farming clients to improve performance, profitability, and long term sustainability. You'll work closely with experienced advisers and our wider rural team to provide practical, independent advice to farm businesses. With a combination of hands on training in agricultural knowledge and business insight, you'll help clients make informed decisions and plan for the future. Full support and development will be provided, alongside relevant professional development courses, giving you the opportunity to build a long term and rewarding career in agricultural consultancy. Why Westcotts? At Westcotts, we believe our people are our greatest asset. When you join us, you'll become part of a welcoming and supportive firm where your development is genuinely encouraged. You'll benefit from: The opportunity to work with a wide range of farming and rural businesses across the South West Full training and professional development, including relevant agricultural and consultancy courses The chance to build a rewarding career in agricultural management consultancy A friendly and collaborative working environment A genuine focus on wellbeing and work/life balance The opportunity to work alongside experienced rural advisers and specialists Main Duties This is a varied and client-focused role where no two days are the same. Your responsibilities will include: Providing technical dairy advice, including independent nutrition guidance, fertility reviews, and forage management support Supporting farm businesses through business performance reviews, including the preparation of management accounts and analysis of financial and operational performance Assisting with business budgeting, forecasting, and planning, helping clients understand and improve their financial position Working closely with farmers and rural businesses to identify opportunities for improvement and provide practical solutions Supporting the delivery of tailored business advice that meets the individual needs and goals of each client Building strong relationships with clients and understanding their business challenges and ambitions Working collaboratively with colleagues across our rural and accounting teams to deliver a comprehensive service to clients Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic about agriculture and enjoys working with people. Ideally, you'll have: A degree or a related qualification is essential, with a preference for an agricultural qualification or farming / agricultural industry background A strong interest in farm business performance and management Good interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with clients Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal A proactive and motivated approach, with the drive to develop a career in agricultural consultancy The ability to analyse information and present clear, practical advice A professional and team oriented attitude 40 hours / 5 days per week (flexible and hybrid working is available). 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Annual salary review. Opportunity to carry over 1 week's holiday into the following holiday year. Death in service 3 x annual salary. Access to Westfield Rewards and Health scheme. 24 hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline. Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving and Private Medical Insurance. Introducing clients and team member commission schemes. Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6%) after 4 years' service. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after one years' service. Well behaved dogs can be brought to the office. How to Apply To apply for this position, please upload your CV along with a covering letter providing information on why you feel you would be suitable for the role in particular in regards to the desired attributes, skills, experience and qualifications. Please also state your current salary (if applicable), salary expectations and available start date.
May 08, 2026
Full time
Graduate Trainee Farm Business Consultant Southwest We're Westcotts - a Top Accountancy Practice and Real Living Wage Employer, with over 300 team members based across 16 offices in Devon and Somerset. We're looking for a Trainee Farm Business Consultant to join our team to be based on one of our 16 offices across Somerset, Devon and Wiltshire. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for agriculture who wants to start a career in Agricultural Management Consultancy, supporting farming clients to improve performance, profitability, and long term sustainability. You'll work closely with experienced advisers and our wider rural team to provide practical, independent advice to farm businesses. With a combination of hands on training in agricultural knowledge and business insight, you'll help clients make informed decisions and plan for the future. Full support and development will be provided, alongside relevant professional development courses, giving you the opportunity to build a long term and rewarding career in agricultural consultancy. Why Westcotts? At Westcotts, we believe our people are our greatest asset. When you join us, you'll become part of a welcoming and supportive firm where your development is genuinely encouraged. You'll benefit from: The opportunity to work with a wide range of farming and rural businesses across the South West Full training and professional development, including relevant agricultural and consultancy courses The chance to build a rewarding career in agricultural management consultancy A friendly and collaborative working environment A genuine focus on wellbeing and work/life balance The opportunity to work alongside experienced rural advisers and specialists Main Duties This is a varied and client-focused role where no two days are the same. Your responsibilities will include: Providing technical dairy advice, including independent nutrition guidance, fertility reviews, and forage management support Supporting farm businesses through business performance reviews, including the preparation of management accounts and analysis of financial and operational performance Assisting with business budgeting, forecasting, and planning, helping clients understand and improve their financial position Working closely with farmers and rural businesses to identify opportunities for improvement and provide practical solutions Supporting the delivery of tailored business advice that meets the individual needs and goals of each client Building strong relationships with clients and understanding their business challenges and ambitions Working collaboratively with colleagues across our rural and accounting teams to deliver a comprehensive service to clients Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic about agriculture and enjoys working with people. Ideally, you'll have: A degree or a related qualification is essential, with a preference for an agricultural qualification or farming / agricultural industry background A strong interest in farm business performance and management Good interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with clients Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal A proactive and motivated approach, with the drive to develop a career in agricultural consultancy The ability to analyse information and present clear, practical advice A professional and team oriented attitude 40 hours / 5 days per week (flexible and hybrid working is available). 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Annual salary review. Opportunity to carry over 1 week's holiday into the following holiday year. Death in service 3 x annual salary. Access to Westfield Rewards and Health scheme. 24 hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline. Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving and Private Medical Insurance. Introducing clients and team member commission schemes. Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6%) after 4 years' service. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after one years' service. Well behaved dogs can be brought to the office. How to Apply To apply for this position, please upload your CV along with a covering letter providing information on why you feel you would be suitable for the role in particular in regards to the desired attributes, skills, experience and qualifications. Please also state your current salary (if applicable), salary expectations and available start date.
Support Services Officer Location: Based at our London office near Paddington, hybrid style work 2/3 days in office a week Salary : £34,000 - £38,000 per annum Work hours: 9-6 Monday to Friday To start early June 2026 Bluewater Bio is an award-winning global leader in sustainable water & wastewater treatment. The Role The Support Services Officer will be responsible for efficient HR and IT administration support this is a wide-ranging and responsible role, requiring strong administrative, HR, IT, organisational and communication skills, and a can-do attitude. The ability to work with a variety of people in different disciplines with diplomacy and tenacity is essential, as is the ability to prioritise and work independently. Dealing and communicating with internal and external stakeholders must be always undertaken at a highly professional and efficient level. The overall role purpose is to provide administrative support to the Head of Support Services and Company Directors. The successful applicant will provide support to the Leadership Team. Responsibilities HR: This role will include responsibility of all general HR duties, such as resourcing, onboarding, updated policies and procedures, IT and cybersecurity. Resourcing: Attracting candidates Shortlisting candidates Managing the HR inbox Interview coordination Sending and filing offers and contracts of employment Issuing status determinations to contractors Liaising with contractor agencies and filing all relevant documentation Collabating the references Checking and filing right to work documentation Checking and filing employee qualifications Updating ONS surveys on a monthly basis Onboarding: Managing and facilitating onboarding and probationary periods Setting up new employees and contractors on office systems and liaising with the IT department and other internal departments as required for set up Liaising with IT support for equipment purchase Liaising with office management for phones and other equipment Liaising with project coordination for PPE and H&S induction Liaising with line manager and other departments for specialist induction Organising induction and communicating to all parties Sending welcome email and pack to new staff with all relevant information regarding their set up and their engagement with us Liaising with finance for payroll or invoicing purposes Keeping track of contractor engagements and assisting line managers with assessment completion Adding contractors to professional indemnity insurance Liaising with PRIME to ensure legal labour laws compliance and visa requirements in Bahrain Policies and procedures: Ensure all documentation is up to date, functional, compliant and fit for purpose Keeping organisational chart updated Maintaining policies and procedures Issuing Bahrain payslips Managing Tamkeen submissions on a monthly basis Keeping the HR matrix updated at all times Keeping the Skills & Training matrix as well as qualifications record up to date Track policy acknowledgement Issuing and filing contract variation letters and other staff correspondence Keeping track of and assisting with visas, CPRs, health insurance, SIO salary submissions, and salary certificates for Bahraini employees Keeping job descriptions up to date IT: Ensuring all systems are fit for purpose and functional Liaising with support providers to ensure systems are operational Keeping user and licenses list up to date Keeping internal distribution lists up to date Keeping IT equipment inventory Supporting cybersecurity improvements and team training Qualifications CIPD Level 3 or 5 preferred. 3+ years of experience in human resources roles, with a focus on talent acquisition and employee relations. Strong understanding of HR laws, regulations, and best practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to deliver high quality solutions in time. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Bluewater Bio, please do not hesitate to apply.
May 08, 2026
Full time
Support Services Officer Location: Based at our London office near Paddington, hybrid style work 2/3 days in office a week Salary : £34,000 - £38,000 per annum Work hours: 9-6 Monday to Friday To start early June 2026 Bluewater Bio is an award-winning global leader in sustainable water & wastewater treatment. The Role The Support Services Officer will be responsible for efficient HR and IT administration support this is a wide-ranging and responsible role, requiring strong administrative, HR, IT, organisational and communication skills, and a can-do attitude. The ability to work with a variety of people in different disciplines with diplomacy and tenacity is essential, as is the ability to prioritise and work independently. Dealing and communicating with internal and external stakeholders must be always undertaken at a highly professional and efficient level. The overall role purpose is to provide administrative support to the Head of Support Services and Company Directors. The successful applicant will provide support to the Leadership Team. Responsibilities HR: This role will include responsibility of all general HR duties, such as resourcing, onboarding, updated policies and procedures, IT and cybersecurity. Resourcing: Attracting candidates Shortlisting candidates Managing the HR inbox Interview coordination Sending and filing offers and contracts of employment Issuing status determinations to contractors Liaising with contractor agencies and filing all relevant documentation Collabating the references Checking and filing right to work documentation Checking and filing employee qualifications Updating ONS surveys on a monthly basis Onboarding: Managing and facilitating onboarding and probationary periods Setting up new employees and contractors on office systems and liaising with the IT department and other internal departments as required for set up Liaising with IT support for equipment purchase Liaising with office management for phones and other equipment Liaising with project coordination for PPE and H&S induction Liaising with line manager and other departments for specialist induction Organising induction and communicating to all parties Sending welcome email and pack to new staff with all relevant information regarding their set up and their engagement with us Liaising with finance for payroll or invoicing purposes Keeping track of contractor engagements and assisting line managers with assessment completion Adding contractors to professional indemnity insurance Liaising with PRIME to ensure legal labour laws compliance and visa requirements in Bahrain Policies and procedures: Ensure all documentation is up to date, functional, compliant and fit for purpose Keeping organisational chart updated Maintaining policies and procedures Issuing Bahrain payslips Managing Tamkeen submissions on a monthly basis Keeping the HR matrix updated at all times Keeping the Skills & Training matrix as well as qualifications record up to date Track policy acknowledgement Issuing and filing contract variation letters and other staff correspondence Keeping track of and assisting with visas, CPRs, health insurance, SIO salary submissions, and salary certificates for Bahraini employees Keeping job descriptions up to date IT: Ensuring all systems are fit for purpose and functional Liaising with support providers to ensure systems are operational Keeping user and licenses list up to date Keeping internal distribution lists up to date Keeping IT equipment inventory Supporting cybersecurity improvements and team training Qualifications CIPD Level 3 or 5 preferred. 3+ years of experience in human resources roles, with a focus on talent acquisition and employee relations. Strong understanding of HR laws, regulations, and best practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to deliver high quality solutions in time. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Bluewater Bio, please do not hesitate to apply.
HR Manager - 8 M FTC Media - London Hybrid - c60-65k pro rataYour new companyA UK-based organisation is seeking an experienced HR Manager to support its people agenda and deliver a broad range of operational and advisory HR services. This role offers a high level of autonomy and responsibility and would suit an HR professional who enjoys variety, ownership, and close partnership with line managers.Your new roleWorking closely with senior stakeholders, you will provide end-to-end HR support to managers and employees across the UK. The role combines hands-on stand alone HR delivery with advisory input, ensuring robust processes, legal compliance, and an effective employee experience.Key areas of responsibility include: Delivering HR administration across the full employee lifecycle, including contracts, documentation, and HR system data management Advising on employee relations matters, supporting managers and ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation Coordinating recruitment and selection activity from approval through onboarding and exit processes Supporting annual people processes such as performance management and reward reviews Liaising with payroll and related specialists to support accurate and timely UK payroll activity Supporting learning and development activity, including training coordination and development agreements Assisting with internal communications and employee engagement initiatives What you'll need to succeedCIPD qualified or equivalent, you will have proven experience of working as an HR Manager within a fast paced media environment or equivalent where you have operated in a stand alone or small team environment. You will be able to demonstrate a strong grounding in UK employment law and HR best practice, experience supporting managers in a changing, deadline-driven environment, confidence handling employee relations matters with professionalism and sound judgement. You will have Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solvers skills and high levels of discretion, attention to detail, and personal credibility. You will be able to demonstrate confidence using HR systems, Excel, and people data to support decision-makingIf 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. 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 hays.co.uk
May 08, 2026
Contractor
HR Manager - 8 M FTC Media - London Hybrid - c60-65k pro rataYour new companyA UK-based organisation is seeking an experienced HR Manager to support its people agenda and deliver a broad range of operational and advisory HR services. This role offers a high level of autonomy and responsibility and would suit an HR professional who enjoys variety, ownership, and close partnership with line managers.Your new roleWorking closely with senior stakeholders, you will provide end-to-end HR support to managers and employees across the UK. The role combines hands-on stand alone HR delivery with advisory input, ensuring robust processes, legal compliance, and an effective employee experience.Key areas of responsibility include: Delivering HR administration across the full employee lifecycle, including contracts, documentation, and HR system data management Advising on employee relations matters, supporting managers and ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation Coordinating recruitment and selection activity from approval through onboarding and exit processes Supporting annual people processes such as performance management and reward reviews Liaising with payroll and related specialists to support accurate and timely UK payroll activity Supporting learning and development activity, including training coordination and development agreements Assisting with internal communications and employee engagement initiatives What you'll need to succeedCIPD qualified or equivalent, you will have proven experience of working as an HR Manager within a fast paced media environment or equivalent where you have operated in a stand alone or small team environment. You will be able to demonstrate a strong grounding in UK employment law and HR best practice, experience supporting managers in a changing, deadline-driven environment, confidence handling employee relations matters with professionalism and sound judgement. You will have Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solvers skills and high levels of discretion, attention to detail, and personal credibility. You will be able to demonstrate confidence using HR systems, Excel, and people data to support decision-makingIf 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. 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 hays.co.uk
HR Administrator Location: Cranleigh Salary : £29,707 - £32,602 pa including 33 days holiday inclusive of statutory holidays Vacancy Type: 52 weeks a year - 37.5 hours (full time) St Josephs are seeking an experienced HR Administrator to join our Business and Admin team, to start in September 2026. Under the lead of our Director of HR, and alongside the Senior HR Administrator, also working closely with the Payroll and Absence Officers on salary uplifts and sickness and attendance monitoring. The HR Administrator will use not only their administrative skills but also draw on sound employment law knowledge, empathy with others and resilience to support the wellbeing of our 230 staff. This role is to support staff on site. It is a 52 week post and working through the school holiday periods is required. Full time hours of work, 8.30am - 4:30pm Monday to Friday (with hour unpaid break each day). There may be slight flexibility on start and finish times for the right candidate, particularly during the holidays, however being on site as staff arrive and leave each day is crucial in this role. Responsibilities will include confidential data input and maintenance and as point of contact within the team, responding to staff queries (see Job Profile for full details). Candidates will need a positive and flexible attitude, be pro-active with all aspects of the role including meeting staff and daily confidential filing. HR and administrative experience, particularly within the education sector is preferred and preferably qualified to a minimum of CIPD level 3 or equivalent. As well as on site CPD, you will be expected to attend Adult mental health first aid training with the team and there will be future opportunity to progress to a senior HR administration level. We are a registered charitable trust comprising a special needs school, college, registered children's home and adult supported living houses. Our school and college students are age 5-19 with severe and complex social communication and learning disabilities. Every member of our staff plays a part in making a positive contribution to the lives of our students and tenants. Students may visit the office so compassion, patience and empathy for their needs is vital. If you are recruited, you will be required to complete Team Teach positive behaviour support training as part of your induction before employment. Physical and mental resilience are qualities essential for all our employees. Why St Joseph's? We have a beautiful 23 acre site in Cranleigh, on the edge of the Surrey Hills, one mile from the town £1,000 Retention bonus - £250 after 1 month, £250 after 1 year, £500 after 18 months at Trust Delicious and healthy free hot lunches are provided to all during term time Medicash cash health plan and life insurance Access ample free car parking Have consistent 1:1 line manager support and annual performance related pay progression Be provided with an Employee Assistance Programme (confidential, professional wellbeing and counselling 24/7 service for yourself and your family) Gain Mental Health and Wellbeing support through a team of on-site qualified Adult Mental Health First Aiders Complete on-site Team Teach training with our specialist Inclusion Team Access a full induction programme Your own transport is desirable due to the rural location of the Trust however, we are very close to the town centre and a 20 min walk from bus stops providing buses from Horsham and Guildford. By joining St Joseph's you become a key worker. Interviews will be held as applications are received for suitable candidates. Please note that at this time we do not sponsor recruits to relocate from abroad or convert a study or graduate visa to a work visa. St Joseph's Specialist Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This position requires an enhanced DBS disclosure To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for St Joseph's Specialist Trust, please do not hesitate to apply.
May 08, 2026
Full time
HR Administrator Location: Cranleigh Salary : £29,707 - £32,602 pa including 33 days holiday inclusive of statutory holidays Vacancy Type: 52 weeks a year - 37.5 hours (full time) St Josephs are seeking an experienced HR Administrator to join our Business and Admin team, to start in September 2026. Under the lead of our Director of HR, and alongside the Senior HR Administrator, also working closely with the Payroll and Absence Officers on salary uplifts and sickness and attendance monitoring. The HR Administrator will use not only their administrative skills but also draw on sound employment law knowledge, empathy with others and resilience to support the wellbeing of our 230 staff. This role is to support staff on site. It is a 52 week post and working through the school holiday periods is required. Full time hours of work, 8.30am - 4:30pm Monday to Friday (with hour unpaid break each day). There may be slight flexibility on start and finish times for the right candidate, particularly during the holidays, however being on site as staff arrive and leave each day is crucial in this role. Responsibilities will include confidential data input and maintenance and as point of contact within the team, responding to staff queries (see Job Profile for full details). Candidates will need a positive and flexible attitude, be pro-active with all aspects of the role including meeting staff and daily confidential filing. HR and administrative experience, particularly within the education sector is preferred and preferably qualified to a minimum of CIPD level 3 or equivalent. As well as on site CPD, you will be expected to attend Adult mental health first aid training with the team and there will be future opportunity to progress to a senior HR administration level. We are a registered charitable trust comprising a special needs school, college, registered children's home and adult supported living houses. Our school and college students are age 5-19 with severe and complex social communication and learning disabilities. Every member of our staff plays a part in making a positive contribution to the lives of our students and tenants. Students may visit the office so compassion, patience and empathy for their needs is vital. If you are recruited, you will be required to complete Team Teach positive behaviour support training as part of your induction before employment. Physical and mental resilience are qualities essential for all our employees. Why St Joseph's? We have a beautiful 23 acre site in Cranleigh, on the edge of the Surrey Hills, one mile from the town £1,000 Retention bonus - £250 after 1 month, £250 after 1 year, £500 after 18 months at Trust Delicious and healthy free hot lunches are provided to all during term time Medicash cash health plan and life insurance Access ample free car parking Have consistent 1:1 line manager support and annual performance related pay progression Be provided with an Employee Assistance Programme (confidential, professional wellbeing and counselling 24/7 service for yourself and your family) Gain Mental Health and Wellbeing support through a team of on-site qualified Adult Mental Health First Aiders Complete on-site Team Teach training with our specialist Inclusion Team Access a full induction programme Your own transport is desirable due to the rural location of the Trust however, we are very close to the town centre and a 20 min walk from bus stops providing buses from Horsham and Guildford. By joining St Joseph's you become a key worker. Interviews will be held as applications are received for suitable candidates. Please note that at this time we do not sponsor recruits to relocate from abroad or convert a study or graduate visa to a work visa. St Joseph's Specialist Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This position requires an enhanced DBS disclosure To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for St Joseph's Specialist Trust, please do not hesitate to apply.
Marc Daniels are working with a well established company based in Henley-on-Thames seeking a proactive Payroll Assistant to join their team on a part-time basis (22 - 30 hours per week). You will support the processing of multiple payrolls for their clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance. This is an ideal role for someone with payroll experience looking for flexible hours. Key Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end processing of weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for approximately 30 -40 employees Assist with inbound calls (approximately 5- 30 calls a day) Input employee data, including starters, leavers, tax codes, pensions, and statutory payments. Check timesheets, overtime, and holiday pay calculations. Ensure accurate RTI (Real Time Information) submissions to HMRC. Administer auto-enrolment and pension contributions. Deal with payroll-related queries from clients and employees promptly. Maintain accurate records and comply with GDPR and HMRC requirements. Provide general administrative support to the payroll and accounts team. Skills and Experience: Previous experience in payroll processing Strong knowledge of UK PAYE, NIC, statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP) and pension auto-enrolment. Familiarity with payroll software (e.g. Sage Payroll). High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Good communication and organisational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a small team. Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. If you are looking for a role where you wll enjoy being part of an established and supportive team whilst taking ownership of the payroll function and making it your own this could be the role for you. You will be office based for the hours you will work but some flexibility is possible. There is also car parking onsite. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data.
May 08, 2026
Full time
Marc Daniels are working with a well established company based in Henley-on-Thames seeking a proactive Payroll Assistant to join their team on a part-time basis (22 - 30 hours per week). You will support the processing of multiple payrolls for their clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance. This is an ideal role for someone with payroll experience looking for flexible hours. Key Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end processing of weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for approximately 30 -40 employees Assist with inbound calls (approximately 5- 30 calls a day) Input employee data, including starters, leavers, tax codes, pensions, and statutory payments. Check timesheets, overtime, and holiday pay calculations. Ensure accurate RTI (Real Time Information) submissions to HMRC. Administer auto-enrolment and pension contributions. Deal with payroll-related queries from clients and employees promptly. Maintain accurate records and comply with GDPR and HMRC requirements. Provide general administrative support to the payroll and accounts team. Skills and Experience: Previous experience in payroll processing Strong knowledge of UK PAYE, NIC, statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP) and pension auto-enrolment. Familiarity with payroll software (e.g. Sage Payroll). High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Good communication and organisational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a small team. Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. If you are looking for a role where you wll enjoy being part of an established and supportive team whilst taking ownership of the payroll function and making it your own this could be the role for you. You will be office based for the hours you will work but some flexibility is possible. There is also car parking onsite. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data.
Payroll Team Leader Location: Hackney E8 Salary Grade: PO1 Responsible to: Payroll Manager Length : 3 Months Hybrid ASAP Start PAYE : 21.92 to 23.94 per hour Umbrella : 29.87 to 32.26 per hour About Hackney Hackney is one of the UK's most diverse and highest-performing local authorities. We thrive on challenge and change, operating with a culture that is Open, Inclusive, Ambitious, Pioneering, and Proactive . Our HR Specialists are focused on making Hackney a place where everyone feels valued and has the chance to lead a healthy, successful life. The Role As a Payroll Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in providing an efficient and effective payroll service to the Council and its partnership organisations. You will work at the heart of our HR & Traded Services team, ensuring our staff are supported by seamless payroll delivery. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and nurture a team of eight Payroll Officers, empowering them to grow in confidence and deliver excellent customer service. Operational Excellence: Manage the input of payroll data, including starters, leavers, and contractual changes, while ensuring all statutory and contractual obligations are met. Technical Oversight: Act as the first point of contact for complex payroll, legislative, and system issues, specifically advising on iTrent data entry. Financial Integrity: Responsible for processing BACS and third-party payments, and checking high-stakes calculations such as maternity, paternity, and adoption pay. Strategic Support: Assist the Payroll Manager with month-end and year-end processes (P60s and P11ds) and deputise for them as required. About You We are looking for a candidate who combines technical payroll expertise with a proactive leadership style. You should demonstrate: Experience: Proven experience working in a payroll department within a large, complex organization, including supervising a team. Leadership Skills: A track record of managing and empowering individuals to meet performance targets and achieve continuous improvement. Expert Knowledge: Deep understanding of PAYE regulations, Local Government pension schemes, and statutory payments like SSP and SMP. Technical Proficiency: Significant experience with iTrent (essential) and advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel for data manipulation. Communication: The ability to explain complex payroll information to diverse stakeholders and handle sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism. Working with Us This role offers the opportunity to work in an agile way, combining home-based work with time at our offices in the Hackney Service Centre. We are committed to professional development and ensuring our team is fully equipped to meet the challenges of a modern payroll service. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
May 08, 2026
Seasonal
Payroll Team Leader Location: Hackney E8 Salary Grade: PO1 Responsible to: Payroll Manager Length : 3 Months Hybrid ASAP Start PAYE : 21.92 to 23.94 per hour Umbrella : 29.87 to 32.26 per hour About Hackney Hackney is one of the UK's most diverse and highest-performing local authorities. We thrive on challenge and change, operating with a culture that is Open, Inclusive, Ambitious, Pioneering, and Proactive . Our HR Specialists are focused on making Hackney a place where everyone feels valued and has the chance to lead a healthy, successful life. The Role As a Payroll Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in providing an efficient and effective payroll service to the Council and its partnership organisations. You will work at the heart of our HR & Traded Services team, ensuring our staff are supported by seamless payroll delivery. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and nurture a team of eight Payroll Officers, empowering them to grow in confidence and deliver excellent customer service. Operational Excellence: Manage the input of payroll data, including starters, leavers, and contractual changes, while ensuring all statutory and contractual obligations are met. Technical Oversight: Act as the first point of contact for complex payroll, legislative, and system issues, specifically advising on iTrent data entry. Financial Integrity: Responsible for processing BACS and third-party payments, and checking high-stakes calculations such as maternity, paternity, and adoption pay. Strategic Support: Assist the Payroll Manager with month-end and year-end processes (P60s and P11ds) and deputise for them as required. About You We are looking for a candidate who combines technical payroll expertise with a proactive leadership style. You should demonstrate: Experience: Proven experience working in a payroll department within a large, complex organization, including supervising a team. Leadership Skills: A track record of managing and empowering individuals to meet performance targets and achieve continuous improvement. Expert Knowledge: Deep understanding of PAYE regulations, Local Government pension schemes, and statutory payments like SSP and SMP. Technical Proficiency: Significant experience with iTrent (essential) and advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel for data manipulation. Communication: The ability to explain complex payroll information to diverse stakeholders and handle sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism. Working with Us This role offers the opportunity to work in an agile way, combining home-based work with time at our offices in the Hackney Service Centre. We are committed to professional development and ensuring our team is fully equipped to meet the challenges of a modern payroll service. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Interim Head of Finance & Governance Location: Devon (hybrid working available) Contract: Temporary / Interim Rate: Up to 400 per day (inside or outside IR35 depending on contract) Start: ASAP An established organisation in Devon is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance & Governance to provide senior financial leadership and ensure robust financial management, compliance, and governance during a period of transition. The RoleReporting to the senior leadership team, you will take responsibility for the organisation's financial stewardship and provide high-quality financial advice to senior stakeholders. This is a hands-on interim role, combining strategic oversight with operational leadership. Key responsibilities include: Acting as the lead financial officer, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practice Leading budget preparation, monitoring, and medium-term financial planning Overseeing year-end accounts and liaising with external auditors Ensuring strong financial controls, risk management, and governance arrangements Advising senior leaders on financial strategy, policy, and decision-making Managing and supporting the finance function and associated central services Overseeing payroll, investments, reserves, grants, and contractual commitments About YouYou will be an experienced senior finance professional, ideally with exposure to the public or not-for-profit sector, who is comfortable operating at leadership level in an interim capacity. You will bring: Significant experience in a senior financial leadership role Strong knowledge of financial regulations, governance, and audit requirements A relevant professional qualification (e.g. CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA, AAT) or equivalent experience Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder-management skills The confidence to act as a trusted adviser to senior leaders and boards What's on Offer Interim assignment with flexible working arrangements Day rate up to 400 per day Hybrid working with a Devon based organisation Opportunity to make a tangible impact during a key period 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)
May 08, 2026
Seasonal
Interim Head of Finance & Governance Location: Devon (hybrid working available) Contract: Temporary / Interim Rate: Up to 400 per day (inside or outside IR35 depending on contract) Start: ASAP An established organisation in Devon is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance & Governance to provide senior financial leadership and ensure robust financial management, compliance, and governance during a period of transition. The RoleReporting to the senior leadership team, you will take responsibility for the organisation's financial stewardship and provide high-quality financial advice to senior stakeholders. This is a hands-on interim role, combining strategic oversight with operational leadership. Key responsibilities include: Acting as the lead financial officer, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practice Leading budget preparation, monitoring, and medium-term financial planning Overseeing year-end accounts and liaising with external auditors Ensuring strong financial controls, risk management, and governance arrangements Advising senior leaders on financial strategy, policy, and decision-making Managing and supporting the finance function and associated central services Overseeing payroll, investments, reserves, grants, and contractual commitments About YouYou will be an experienced senior finance professional, ideally with exposure to the public or not-for-profit sector, who is comfortable operating at leadership level in an interim capacity. You will bring: Significant experience in a senior financial leadership role Strong knowledge of financial regulations, governance, and audit requirements A relevant professional qualification (e.g. CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA, AAT) or equivalent experience Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder-management skills The confidence to act as a trusted adviser to senior leaders and boards What's on Offer Interim assignment with flexible working arrangements Day rate up to 400 per day Hybrid working with a Devon based organisation Opportunity to make a tangible impact during a key period 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)
Payroll Specialist Dutch Speaker ? 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Weybridge, UK Hybrid Are you a detail-oriented Payroll professional with experience in multi-country payrolls and third-party providers? Join our collaborative HR team and play a key role in ensuring accurate, compliant and on-time payroll delivery click apply for full job details
May 08, 2026
Contractor
Payroll Specialist Dutch Speaker ? 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Weybridge, UK Hybrid Are you a detail-oriented Payroll professional with experience in multi-country payrolls and third-party providers? Join our collaborative HR team and play a key role in ensuring accurate, compliant and on-time payroll delivery click apply for full job details
Portfolio HR & Reward are supporting our well known client in York, who are seeking a HR TUPE Specialist, to join their team on a 6-9 month fixed term contract. The right candidate will be joining the team during a recently exciting period of change. The role is paying 40,000 and you will be required to attend the office 2 days per week. Key duties of the role include: Coordinate and support with the delivery of the transition project, working to project deadlines Extracting, reviewing and validating employee data from HR & Payroll systems Prepare and validate employee liability information Identify and rectify risks and dependencies TUPE experience and strong organisational skills are a must here to succeed in this role. If you are available to start ASAP with TUPE experience, please apply for more information! 51316LG INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
May 08, 2026
Contractor
Portfolio HR & Reward are supporting our well known client in York, who are seeking a HR TUPE Specialist, to join their team on a 6-9 month fixed term contract. The right candidate will be joining the team during a recently exciting period of change. The role is paying 40,000 and you will be required to attend the office 2 days per week. Key duties of the role include: Coordinate and support with the delivery of the transition project, working to project deadlines Extracting, reviewing and validating employee data from HR & Payroll systems Prepare and validate employee liability information Identify and rectify risks and dependencies TUPE experience and strong organisational skills are a must here to succeed in this role. If you are available to start ASAP with TUPE experience, please apply for more information! 51316LG INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Senior Payroll Specialist (8-10 years Experience) Role DescriptionResponsible for processing and reviewing on payrolls located in United Kingdom & Czech Republic . The Payroll Specialist will also be responsible for contributing to payroll related projects, providing timely and accurate payroll reporting and data to the business as required.Specific Role Responsibilities Review of end-to-end United Kingdom & Czech Republic countries Payroll. Deep understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements Work in partnership with the People teams to ensure smooth running of payrolls Keep up to date with relevant legislation changes and ensure compliance across all payroll locations Collect, verify, and maintain accurate employee payroll records, including earnings, deductions, and timekeeping data. Serve as the main point of contact for payroll queries from employees, managers, HR, and external payroll/accounting partners. Knowledge of Czech labour law, tax, and social security regulations, communicating impacts to relevant teams.Experience Required Experience with running end to end UK & CZ payrolls Strong knowledge of payroll software and systems (Cloud Pay, Workday) Experience with using outsourced providers Sound knowledge of relevant payroll legislation Expertise in payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance. Team handling skill, great team player committed to excellent customer service and exceeding delivery expectations Excellent organization and time management skills High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder liaison. About FNZ FNZ is committed to opening up wealth so that everyone, everywhere can invest in their future on their terms. We know the foundation to do that already exists in the wealth management industry, but complexity holds firms back. We created wealth's growth platform to help. We provide a global, end-to-end wealth management platform that integrates modern technology with business and investment operations. All in a regulated financial institution. We partner with the world's leading financial institutions, with over US$2.2 trillion in assets on platform (AoP). Together with our clients, we empower nearly 30 million people across all wealth segments to invest in their future.
May 08, 2026
Full time
Senior Payroll Specialist (8-10 years Experience) Role DescriptionResponsible for processing and reviewing on payrolls located in United Kingdom & Czech Republic . The Payroll Specialist will also be responsible for contributing to payroll related projects, providing timely and accurate payroll reporting and data to the business as required.Specific Role Responsibilities Review of end-to-end United Kingdom & Czech Republic countries Payroll. Deep understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements Work in partnership with the People teams to ensure smooth running of payrolls Keep up to date with relevant legislation changes and ensure compliance across all payroll locations Collect, verify, and maintain accurate employee payroll records, including earnings, deductions, and timekeeping data. Serve as the main point of contact for payroll queries from employees, managers, HR, and external payroll/accounting partners. Knowledge of Czech labour law, tax, and social security regulations, communicating impacts to relevant teams.Experience Required Experience with running end to end UK & CZ payrolls Strong knowledge of payroll software and systems (Cloud Pay, Workday) Experience with using outsourced providers Sound knowledge of relevant payroll legislation Expertise in payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance. Team handling skill, great team player committed to excellent customer service and exceeding delivery expectations Excellent organization and time management skills High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder liaison. About FNZ FNZ is committed to opening up wealth so that everyone, everywhere can invest in their future on their terms. We know the foundation to do that already exists in the wealth management industry, but complexity holds firms back. We created wealth's growth platform to help. We provide a global, end-to-end wealth management platform that integrates modern technology with business and investment operations. All in a regulated financial institution. We partner with the world's leading financial institutions, with over US$2.2 trillion in assets on platform (AoP). Together with our clients, we empower nearly 30 million people across all wealth segments to invest in their future.
A leading financial services company is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist with 8-10 years of experience in payroll processing for the UK and Czech Republic. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements, experience with payroll software like Cloud Pay and Workday, and a strong ability to manage team operations. This role involves ensuring compliance with payroll laws and acting as the primary liaison for payroll-related queries. It offers an opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in a dynamic environment.
May 08, 2026
Full time
A leading financial services company is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist with 8-10 years of experience in payroll processing for the UK and Czech Republic. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements, experience with payroll software like Cloud Pay and Workday, and a strong ability to manage team operations. This role involves ensuring compliance with payroll laws and acting as the primary liaison for payroll-related queries. It offers an opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in a dynamic environment.
Payroll Specialist Brighton £28,000 £35,000 Office Based A leading Brighton-based accountancy firm is looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their dedicated payroll team. With a varied client base and a strong reputation across the South East, this is a brilliant opportunity to do payroll properly, in a team that knows the work inside out. You'll be looking after a portfolio of clients with weekly, fortnightly, monthly, and annual pay runs, working alongside colleagues who genuinely enjoy the technical side of payroll. The role: Running end-to-end payroll for a wide range of clients Processing starters, leavers, and salary changes Administering SMP, SPP, SSP, and other statutory payments Handling client queries and resolving them properly Ensuring full compliance with HMRC and current legislation Supporting year-end processes and P11D submissions What's on offer: £28,000 to £35,000 depending on experience Friendly, established payroll team Genuinely varied client portfolio Office-based role in central Brighton Supportive environment with proper investment in your development You'll fit this role if: You've got solid bureau or in-house payroll experience You're confident with statutory payments and end-to-end processing You enjoy client contact and being the go-to person on payroll queries You take pride in getting it right the first time If you're a payroll professional who wants to work somewhere stable, well run, and properly invested in their team, this is well worth a conversation.
May 08, 2026
Full time
Payroll Specialist Brighton £28,000 £35,000 Office Based A leading Brighton-based accountancy firm is looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their dedicated payroll team. With a varied client base and a strong reputation across the South East, this is a brilliant opportunity to do payroll properly, in a team that knows the work inside out. You'll be looking after a portfolio of clients with weekly, fortnightly, monthly, and annual pay runs, working alongside colleagues who genuinely enjoy the technical side of payroll. The role: Running end-to-end payroll for a wide range of clients Processing starters, leavers, and salary changes Administering SMP, SPP, SSP, and other statutory payments Handling client queries and resolving them properly Ensuring full compliance with HMRC and current legislation Supporting year-end processes and P11D submissions What's on offer: £28,000 to £35,000 depending on experience Friendly, established payroll team Genuinely varied client portfolio Office-based role in central Brighton Supportive environment with proper investment in your development You'll fit this role if: You've got solid bureau or in-house payroll experience You're confident with statutory payments and end-to-end processing You enjoy client contact and being the go-to person on payroll queries You take pride in getting it right the first time If you're a payroll professional who wants to work somewhere stable, well run, and properly invested in their team, this is well worth a conversation.
Portfolio HR & Reward is delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation to find their next Reward Specialist for the UK & Ireland. We are looking for a talented individual to step into this key role and help shape a truly exceptional employee experience . Reward Specialist: The Architect of Appreciation (UK and Ireland) Are you a data wizard with a heart for people? Do you believe that reward is about more than just a paycheque-it is about making work feel worth it? We are looking for a brilliant Reward Specialist to join a vibrant HR family. This isn't just about spreadsheets; it's about crafting an employee experience that shines. If you love balancing analytical precision with a passion for wellbeing and fair play, we want to meet you. The Magic You Will Create As the UK and Ireland Reward Guru, you will be the heartbeat of Compensation and Benefits. You won't just manage programmes; you will nurture them. Benefit Brilliance: You will lead the charge on everything from pensions and medical insurance to exciting DEI and Wellbeing initiatives. The Insights Engine: You will dive deep into data to provide the lightbulb moments that help the leadership team make great decisions. The Bridge Builder: You will be the friendly face connecting HR, Finance, and Payroll, ensuring external partners are delivering the best for the people. Champion of Fairness: From Gender Pay Gap reporting to pay transparency, you will be a key player in making sure the organisation stays ethical, competitive, and inclusive. Moderniser: Help sprinkle some digital magic on reward systems to make everything smoother for everyone. Why You Are The Perfect Match You are a rare find-someone who loves the why as much as the how. You are likely to be: A Reward Aficionado: You know the UK and Ireland landscape like the back of your hand, from insurance renewals to the nuances of pensions. An Excel Artist: You don't just use spreadsheets; you make them sing. Turning complex data into clear, beautiful stories is your superpower. Financially Savvy: You are comfortable with budgets, forecasts, and invoices. You have a keen eye for detail that ensures every penny is perfectly placed. A People Person: You can translate technical reward speak into human for managers and employees. The Ultimate Collaborator: You thrive in a team where ideas are shared and everyone's voice matters. Ready to Level Up? If you have experience with job evaluation methodologies and a knack for systems like SuccessFactors, you are already top of the list. We are looking for a proactive, structured, and detail-oriented soul who wants to make a real impact on how people feel valued every single day. 51073BRR2 INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
May 08, 2026
Full time
Portfolio HR & Reward is delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation to find their next Reward Specialist for the UK & Ireland. We are looking for a talented individual to step into this key role and help shape a truly exceptional employee experience . Reward Specialist: The Architect of Appreciation (UK and Ireland) Are you a data wizard with a heart for people? Do you believe that reward is about more than just a paycheque-it is about making work feel worth it? We are looking for a brilliant Reward Specialist to join a vibrant HR family. This isn't just about spreadsheets; it's about crafting an employee experience that shines. If you love balancing analytical precision with a passion for wellbeing and fair play, we want to meet you. The Magic You Will Create As the UK and Ireland Reward Guru, you will be the heartbeat of Compensation and Benefits. You won't just manage programmes; you will nurture them. Benefit Brilliance: You will lead the charge on everything from pensions and medical insurance to exciting DEI and Wellbeing initiatives. The Insights Engine: You will dive deep into data to provide the lightbulb moments that help the leadership team make great decisions. The Bridge Builder: You will be the friendly face connecting HR, Finance, and Payroll, ensuring external partners are delivering the best for the people. Champion of Fairness: From Gender Pay Gap reporting to pay transparency, you will be a key player in making sure the organisation stays ethical, competitive, and inclusive. Moderniser: Help sprinkle some digital magic on reward systems to make everything smoother for everyone. Why You Are The Perfect Match You are a rare find-someone who loves the why as much as the how. You are likely to be: A Reward Aficionado: You know the UK and Ireland landscape like the back of your hand, from insurance renewals to the nuances of pensions. An Excel Artist: You don't just use spreadsheets; you make them sing. Turning complex data into clear, beautiful stories is your superpower. Financially Savvy: You are comfortable with budgets, forecasts, and invoices. You have a keen eye for detail that ensures every penny is perfectly placed. A People Person: You can translate technical reward speak into human for managers and employees. The Ultimate Collaborator: You thrive in a team where ideas are shared and everyone's voice matters. Ready to Level Up? If you have experience with job evaluation methodologies and a knack for systems like SuccessFactors, you are already top of the list. We are looking for a proactive, structured, and detail-oriented soul who wants to make a real impact on how people feel valued every single day. 51073BRR2 INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Salary: up to £40,000 per annum (pro rata) Excellent benefits: Enhanced holiday & sick pay, free on-site parking, healthcare cash back scheme, free on-site gym, Employee Assistance Program. Hours: 22.5 hours per week, between Monday to Friday Overview: Are you seeking a new opportunity? Would you like to join a professional, caring and fun team that specialises in supporting and protecting people liv click apply for full job details
May 07, 2026
Full time
Salary: up to £40,000 per annum (pro rata) Excellent benefits: Enhanced holiday & sick pay, free on-site parking, healthcare cash back scheme, free on-site gym, Employee Assistance Program. Hours: 22.5 hours per week, between Monday to Friday Overview: Are you seeking a new opportunity? Would you like to join a professional, caring and fun team that specialises in supporting and protecting people liv click apply for full job details
Robert Half Finance and Accounting are exclusively partnering with a global Crypto firm in London who are looking to recruit an immediate, interim Payroll Manager for 4 months either based remotely or in London 1 day per week. Role: Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, interim Payroll Specialist with ADP experience to start as soon as possible click apply for full job details
May 07, 2026
Seasonal
Robert Half Finance and Accounting are exclusively partnering with a global Crypto firm in London who are looking to recruit an immediate, interim Payroll Manager for 4 months either based remotely or in London 1 day per week. Role: Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, interim Payroll Specialist with ADP experience to start as soon as possible click apply for full job details
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world.Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited, and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working hard and working together, our Tax team thrives on keeping busy. Friendly, driven, and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. We'll help you succeed This role will provide expatriate tax compliance and advisory services for a wide range of clients with an international presence/focus. UK employment tax experience/knowledge would also be helpful, but not essential. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of existing clients and assist with the development of targets in order to ensure the continued growth of the business. You will also provide assistance to senior members of staff in both client work and in the management of the group, as appropriate. Key to the role is for the individual to be able to pro-actively manage their own workload, communicating with directors/partners on a regular basis. This is essential due to the size and nature of the team. Furthermore, the individual will be expected to be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. When you join us, we'll make your growth our priority. If you can demonstrate the following skills, we can help you go far. We're looking for someone with: Significant understanding of and previous experience within expatriate tax compliance, dealing with the annual tax return process of both small clients and those with a much more extensive number of assignees. Demonstration of knowledge in respect of various tax reimbursement methods, the operation of payroll internationally and international social security is important Knowledge of recent key updates and areas of focus in the area of Expatriate Tax is essential, e.g. the Statutory Residence Test, Short Term Business Visitors, Non-Resident Directors etc. Expatriate Tax advisory experience Ability to manage a large and varied client portfolio Demonstrable staff management experience Ability actively seeks opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or qualified by experienceYou'll also be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand.At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions.We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 07, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world.Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited, and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working hard and working together, our Tax team thrives on keeping busy. Friendly, driven, and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. We'll help you succeed This role will provide expatriate tax compliance and advisory services for a wide range of clients with an international presence/focus. UK employment tax experience/knowledge would also be helpful, but not essential. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of existing clients and assist with the development of targets in order to ensure the continued growth of the business. You will also provide assistance to senior members of staff in both client work and in the management of the group, as appropriate. Key to the role is for the individual to be able to pro-actively manage their own workload, communicating with directors/partners on a regular basis. This is essential due to the size and nature of the team. Furthermore, the individual will be expected to be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. When you join us, we'll make your growth our priority. If you can demonstrate the following skills, we can help you go far. We're looking for someone with: Significant understanding of and previous experience within expatriate tax compliance, dealing with the annual tax return process of both small clients and those with a much more extensive number of assignees. Demonstration of knowledge in respect of various tax reimbursement methods, the operation of payroll internationally and international social security is important Knowledge of recent key updates and areas of focus in the area of Expatriate Tax is essential, e.g. the Statutory Residence Test, Short Term Business Visitors, Non-Resident Directors etc. Expatriate Tax advisory experience Ability to manage a large and varied client portfolio Demonstrable staff management experience Ability actively seeks opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or qualified by experienceYou'll also be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand.At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions.We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Executive based in Bedford for one of our clients on a Full time permanent basis. Summary of the Payroll Executive role Salary: £30,000-£35,000 Location: Bedford Type of Contract: Permanent Hours: Monday Friday 7 hours a day Responsibilities of the Payroll Executive Manage payroll processes, ensuring payments are processed accurately and on schedule Enter data with a high level of accuracy Assist with month end, year end reporting and statutory submissions as required by law Maintain a high level of professionalism, internally and with clients Collaborate effectively with the payroll team to meet deadlines Stay informed of relevant legislative changes and technological advances Provide assistance during internal audits Requirements for a successful Payroll Executive Previous experience in a payroll-focused role Strong working knowledge of payroll systems and advanced excel skills Excellent data entry skills with high attention to detail Analytical skills Familiarity with human resources procedures and employment legislation Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks About Allstaff Recruitment We re an independent recruitment specialist based in Bedfordshire, supporting businesses across Bedford, Milton Keynes, and surrounding areas. We recruit for permanent, temporary, and contract roles across multiple sectors. Check out our jobs page for our latest vacancies in your area and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruitment Specialists will review your application shortly. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we can t respond to everyone directly. If you don t hear from us within seven days, please assume you have not been successful this time.
May 07, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Executive based in Bedford for one of our clients on a Full time permanent basis. Summary of the Payroll Executive role Salary: £30,000-£35,000 Location: Bedford Type of Contract: Permanent Hours: Monday Friday 7 hours a day Responsibilities of the Payroll Executive Manage payroll processes, ensuring payments are processed accurately and on schedule Enter data with a high level of accuracy Assist with month end, year end reporting and statutory submissions as required by law Maintain a high level of professionalism, internally and with clients Collaborate effectively with the payroll team to meet deadlines Stay informed of relevant legislative changes and technological advances Provide assistance during internal audits Requirements for a successful Payroll Executive Previous experience in a payroll-focused role Strong working knowledge of payroll systems and advanced excel skills Excellent data entry skills with high attention to detail Analytical skills Familiarity with human resources procedures and employment legislation Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks About Allstaff Recruitment We re an independent recruitment specialist based in Bedfordshire, supporting businesses across Bedford, Milton Keynes, and surrounding areas. We recruit for permanent, temporary, and contract roles across multiple sectors. Check out our jobs page for our latest vacancies in your area and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruitment Specialists will review your application shortly. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we can t respond to everyone directly. If you don t hear from us within seven days, please assume you have not been successful this time.
Financial ControllerLocation: Leeds (hybrid working)Salary: Up to £70,000Sector: EducationAn established and well-regarded education organisation in Leeds is appointing a Financial Controller to lead its finance function and provide robust financial oversight during its next phase of development.The opportunity Reporting into senior leadership, this role has responsibility for the organisation's full financial operation, balancing strong financial control with forward-looking commercial insight. It will suit a hands-on finance leader who enjoys working closely with non-financial stakeholders in a purpose-driven environment.Key responsibilities include: Overall leadership of the finance function, including day-to-day operations Financial planning including owning the budgeting & forecasting process. Cashflow and working capital management. Producing monthly management accounts. Year-end processes including producing statutory accounts and liaising with auditors. Maintaining and improving financial systems, controls and supplier arrangements Producing clear, insightful reporting to support senior decision-making Overseeing the finance team including payroll and credit control. About YouYou will be an experienced finance professional comfortable operating with autonomy and influence in a structured environment.You are likely to bring: A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or similar) Proven experience in financial management, budgeting and control Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder-engagement skills Experience of audit management and regulatory compliance Advanced Excel capability and confidence using financial software A pragmatic, detail-focused approach with sound professional judgement Experience within education, not-for-profit or a similarly regulated setting would be beneficial, though not essential. 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. 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 hays.co.uk
May 07, 2026
Full time
Financial ControllerLocation: Leeds (hybrid working)Salary: Up to £70,000Sector: EducationAn established and well-regarded education organisation in Leeds is appointing a Financial Controller to lead its finance function and provide robust financial oversight during its next phase of development.The opportunity Reporting into senior leadership, this role has responsibility for the organisation's full financial operation, balancing strong financial control with forward-looking commercial insight. It will suit a hands-on finance leader who enjoys working closely with non-financial stakeholders in a purpose-driven environment.Key responsibilities include: Overall leadership of the finance function, including day-to-day operations Financial planning including owning the budgeting & forecasting process. Cashflow and working capital management. Producing monthly management accounts. Year-end processes including producing statutory accounts and liaising with auditors. Maintaining and improving financial systems, controls and supplier arrangements Producing clear, insightful reporting to support senior decision-making Overseeing the finance team including payroll and credit control. About YouYou will be an experienced finance professional comfortable operating with autonomy and influence in a structured environment.You are likely to bring: A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or similar) Proven experience in financial management, budgeting and control Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder-engagement skills Experience of audit management and regulatory compliance Advanced Excel capability and confidence using financial software A pragmatic, detail-focused approach with sound professional judgement Experience within education, not-for-profit or a similarly regulated setting would be beneficial, though not essential. 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. 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 hays.co.uk
WFM Integration Specialist London UKG / Kronos / Workday / SAP / ATOSS Overview We are currently supporting a large-scale transformation programme seeking an experienced WFM Integration Specialist with strong expertise across workforce management, payroll, HRIS, and scheduling ecosystems. This role will play a key part in designing, building, and supporting integrations that enable accurate workforce data processing, payroll outputs, operational reporting, and scheduling functionality across enterprise platforms. The successful candidate will work closely with both technical and business stakeholders to ensure integrations are delivered securely, efficiently, and in line with operational requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced programme environment with significant transformation activity and long-term project scope. Responsibilities Understand integration requirements and translate them into solutions Build and support interfaces including: HR master data to time systems (workers, assignments, cost centres, org structures) Time results to payroll engines (hours, premiums, exceptions, retro adjustments) Scheduling data exchange (planned shifts, changes, absences interplay) Implement secure integration patterns (API, file, middleware), including encryption, error handling, retries, and monitoring Develop reconciliation and control reports to ensure end-to-end completeness and accuracy Support SIT/UAT and payroll validation cycles; triage defects across systems Produce integration design documentation, mappings, runbooks, and operational handover Deploy and release to production environment Experience Required 3+ years hands-on development experience in HR, Payroll and Time ecosystems (Kronos / UKG, SAP, Workday SuccesFactors, ADP, Strada, ATOSS, Dayforce) Understanding of payroll, HRIS, time and attendance, and scheduling data Strong skills in integration tooling (e.g., CPI/MuleSoft/Boomi) and data formats (JSON/XML/CSV). Experience with authentication/authorisation, logging, and operational support Ideally also an understanding of: Payroll processing cycles and time valuation outputs (premiums /overtime /allowances) Details: 750 P/D Hybrid role (2 days on-site)
May 07, 2026
Contractor
WFM Integration Specialist London UKG / Kronos / Workday / SAP / ATOSS Overview We are currently supporting a large-scale transformation programme seeking an experienced WFM Integration Specialist with strong expertise across workforce management, payroll, HRIS, and scheduling ecosystems. This role will play a key part in designing, building, and supporting integrations that enable accurate workforce data processing, payroll outputs, operational reporting, and scheduling functionality across enterprise platforms. The successful candidate will work closely with both technical and business stakeholders to ensure integrations are delivered securely, efficiently, and in line with operational requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced programme environment with significant transformation activity and long-term project scope. Responsibilities Understand integration requirements and translate them into solutions Build and support interfaces including: HR master data to time systems (workers, assignments, cost centres, org structures) Time results to payroll engines (hours, premiums, exceptions, retro adjustments) Scheduling data exchange (planned shifts, changes, absences interplay) Implement secure integration patterns (API, file, middleware), including encryption, error handling, retries, and monitoring Develop reconciliation and control reports to ensure end-to-end completeness and accuracy Support SIT/UAT and payroll validation cycles; triage defects across systems Produce integration design documentation, mappings, runbooks, and operational handover Deploy and release to production environment Experience Required 3+ years hands-on development experience in HR, Payroll and Time ecosystems (Kronos / UKG, SAP, Workday SuccesFactors, ADP, Strada, ATOSS, Dayforce) Understanding of payroll, HRIS, time and attendance, and scheduling data Strong skills in integration tooling (e.g., CPI/MuleSoft/Boomi) and data formats (JSON/XML/CSV). Experience with authentication/authorisation, logging, and operational support Ideally also an understanding of: Payroll processing cycles and time valuation outputs (premiums /overtime /allowances) Details: 750 P/D Hybrid role (2 days on-site)
A leading, global financial organisation is looking for an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to take ownership of UK payroll operations while supporting wider global payroll and benefits activity. This is a broad, visible role with exposure across payroll, benefits, pensions and compliance. Reporting into the Payroll Director, you will work within the international payroll team, liaising closely with HR & Finance. Key responsibilities: Lead and manage UK payroll operations end-to-end Support payroll and benefits activity across international locations Oversee pension governance and compliance processes Drive continuous improvement across payroll and benefits operations Provide support on global mobility and employee-related matters Partner with HR and Finance teams on payroll and benefits strategy About you: Strong end-to-end UK payroll experience Confident in taking ownership of complex payroll operations Experience with Workday and/or iPay beneficial Knowledge of payroll compliance and benefits administration Confident working in a fast-paced, international environment Strong communication and stakeholder management skills This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team in a leading organisation. This role will be based out of fantastic offices in the heart of the city and offers hybrid working. If you're interested in hearing more, please apply below. Interviewing ASAP! 51582GC INDPAY The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
May 07, 2026
Full time
A leading, global financial organisation is looking for an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to take ownership of UK payroll operations while supporting wider global payroll and benefits activity. This is a broad, visible role with exposure across payroll, benefits, pensions and compliance. Reporting into the Payroll Director, you will work within the international payroll team, liaising closely with HR & Finance. Key responsibilities: Lead and manage UK payroll operations end-to-end Support payroll and benefits activity across international locations Oversee pension governance and compliance processes Drive continuous improvement across payroll and benefits operations Provide support on global mobility and employee-related matters Partner with HR and Finance teams on payroll and benefits strategy About you: Strong end-to-end UK payroll experience Confident in taking ownership of complex payroll operations Experience with Workday and/or iPay beneficial Knowledge of payroll compliance and benefits administration Confident working in a fast-paced, international environment Strong communication and stakeholder management skills This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team in a leading organisation. This role will be based out of fantastic offices in the heart of the city and offers hybrid working. If you're interested in hearing more, please apply below. Interviewing ASAP! 51582GC INDPAY The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
