We're recruiting an experienced Complaints and Repairs Officer to join a busy Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement service within a London local authority. This role will focus heavily on managing complaints, repairs casework and resident enquiries across temporary accommodation services. You will be responsible for investigating complaints, responding to Ombudsman and Members enquiries, liaising with residents and managing agents, and ensuring repairs and property-related issues are resolved effectively and in line with corporate policies and procedures. The successful candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills alongside experience within temporary accommodation, housing management, property management, repairs and maintenance, or complaints handling within a local authority or housing setting. The Role - Manage complaints and repairs casework across temporary accommodation services. - Investigate Stage 1 and Stage 2 complaints in line with the council's corporate complaints policy. - Respond to Members enquiries, Ombudsman enquiries and escalated resident concerns within required timescales. - Liaise directly with residents, landlords, managing agents, contractors and internal teams to resolve accommodation and repairs issues. - Draft high-quality written complaint responses, investigation findings and case updates. - Monitor and progress repairs issues within temporary accommodation, ensuring timely resolutions and clear communication with residents. - Investigate disrepair concerns, service failures and property-related complaints across temporary accommodation placements. - Carry out property inspections, tenancy audits and follow-up visits where required. - Work collaboratively with procurement, placement and housing management teams to minimise disruption to residents. - Escalate complex safeguarding, health and safety or property concerns appropriately. - Maintain accurate records, reports and complaint logs on housing management systems. - Monitor trends and recurring issues to support service improvement and better resident outcomes. - Support the wider Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement team with accommodation-related casework when required. - Ensure all work is delivered in line with housing legislation, temporary accommodation policies and information governance requirements. Key Requirements - Experience handling complaints, repairs casework or resident enquiries within a housing or temporary accommodation environment. - Strong background in temporary accommodation, housing management, property management, repairs or maintenance services. - Experience responding to complex complaints, Members enquiries or Ombudsman cases. - Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce professional and detailed complaint responses. - Strong verbal communication and customer service skills. - Ability to investigate issues thoroughly and manage sensitive conversations with residents professionally and empathetically. - Experience liaising with contractors, landlords, agents and internal departments to resolve repairs and accommodation issues. - Good understanding of housing standards, repairs processes and temporary accommodation challenges. - Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload effectively under pressure. - Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. - Good IT skills and experience updating housing or case management systems. - Understanding of data protection, safeguarding and resident-focused service delivery. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you are currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Complaints Officers, Repairs Officers, Temporary Accommodation Officers, Housing Officers and Property Management professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
May 06, 2026
Contractor
We're recruiting an experienced Complaints and Repairs Officer to join a busy Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement service within a London local authority. This role will focus heavily on managing complaints, repairs casework and resident enquiries across temporary accommodation services. You will be responsible for investigating complaints, responding to Ombudsman and Members enquiries, liaising with residents and managing agents, and ensuring repairs and property-related issues are resolved effectively and in line with corporate policies and procedures. The successful candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills alongside experience within temporary accommodation, housing management, property management, repairs and maintenance, or complaints handling within a local authority or housing setting. The Role - Manage complaints and repairs casework across temporary accommodation services. - Investigate Stage 1 and Stage 2 complaints in line with the council's corporate complaints policy. - Respond to Members enquiries, Ombudsman enquiries and escalated resident concerns within required timescales. - Liaise directly with residents, landlords, managing agents, contractors and internal teams to resolve accommodation and repairs issues. - Draft high-quality written complaint responses, investigation findings and case updates. - Monitor and progress repairs issues within temporary accommodation, ensuring timely resolutions and clear communication with residents. - Investigate disrepair concerns, service failures and property-related complaints across temporary accommodation placements. - Carry out property inspections, tenancy audits and follow-up visits where required. - Work collaboratively with procurement, placement and housing management teams to minimise disruption to residents. - Escalate complex safeguarding, health and safety or property concerns appropriately. - Maintain accurate records, reports and complaint logs on housing management systems. - Monitor trends and recurring issues to support service improvement and better resident outcomes. - Support the wider Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement team with accommodation-related casework when required. - Ensure all work is delivered in line with housing legislation, temporary accommodation policies and information governance requirements. Key Requirements - Experience handling complaints, repairs casework or resident enquiries within a housing or temporary accommodation environment. - Strong background in temporary accommodation, housing management, property management, repairs or maintenance services. - Experience responding to complex complaints, Members enquiries or Ombudsman cases. - Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce professional and detailed complaint responses. - Strong verbal communication and customer service skills. - Ability to investigate issues thoroughly and manage sensitive conversations with residents professionally and empathetically. - Experience liaising with contractors, landlords, agents and internal departments to resolve repairs and accommodation issues. - Good understanding of housing standards, repairs processes and temporary accommodation challenges. - Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload effectively under pressure. - Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. - Good IT skills and experience updating housing or case management systems. - Understanding of data protection, safeguarding and resident-focused service delivery. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you are currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Complaints Officers, Repairs Officers, Temporary Accommodation Officers, Housing Officers and Property Management professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Manager to join a global manufacturer. The successful Quality Manager will ideally come from another Quality Management position or someone looking to progress from a Senior Quality Engineer to a Quality Management role. The chosen Quality Manager will embark on a journey to further their career and join an organisation which will offer a structured career path. The Quality Manager will be responsible for all quality engineering activities for the site (internal, supplier and customer) to support production along with the following responsibilities: Ensure Problem Solving using the 8D process is carried out to ensure product quality. Monitor and report on quality-related key performance indicators including scrap monitoring, rework levels and cost of poor quality Ensure compliance and assist with adherence to the Quality Management system (IATF16949/ISO9001) Ensure robust audit programme is in place covering all shop floor processes Monitor Quality for the customer and ensure a positive customer relationship is achieved Develop quality control plans and work instructions for all components Implement Continuous Improvement activities to reduce costs and improve quality Ideally, candidates will have a background in automotive engineering and be either HNC/HND qualified. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively at all levels and in particular with the customer, whilst being able to make important decisions in a fast paced automotive environment. Applications are welcomed from candidates who are currently performing a Senior Quality Engineering role and are looking to take there next step into Quality Management. If you believe you have the required skills and experience and are ready to flourish within the automotive quality arena then this role is for you. Apply now! M-Tec Engineering Solutions is a leading supplier of Permanent, Interim and Project Management Recruitment Solutions to the Automotive and General Engineering sectors. Due to the overwhelming response to vacancies in this current climate, if you have not heard from us within the next two weeks you have been unsuccessful at this time.
May 05, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Manager to join a global manufacturer. The successful Quality Manager will ideally come from another Quality Management position or someone looking to progress from a Senior Quality Engineer to a Quality Management role. The chosen Quality Manager will embark on a journey to further their career and join an organisation which will offer a structured career path. The Quality Manager will be responsible for all quality engineering activities for the site (internal, supplier and customer) to support production along with the following responsibilities: Ensure Problem Solving using the 8D process is carried out to ensure product quality. Monitor and report on quality-related key performance indicators including scrap monitoring, rework levels and cost of poor quality Ensure compliance and assist with adherence to the Quality Management system (IATF16949/ISO9001) Ensure robust audit programme is in place covering all shop floor processes Monitor Quality for the customer and ensure a positive customer relationship is achieved Develop quality control plans and work instructions for all components Implement Continuous Improvement activities to reduce costs and improve quality Ideally, candidates will have a background in automotive engineering and be either HNC/HND qualified. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively at all levels and in particular with the customer, whilst being able to make important decisions in a fast paced automotive environment. Applications are welcomed from candidates who are currently performing a Senior Quality Engineering role and are looking to take there next step into Quality Management. If you believe you have the required skills and experience and are ready to flourish within the automotive quality arena then this role is for you. Apply now! M-Tec Engineering Solutions is a leading supplier of Permanent, Interim and Project Management Recruitment Solutions to the Automotive and General Engineering sectors. Due to the overwhelming response to vacancies in this current climate, if you have not heard from us within the next two weeks you have been unsuccessful at this time.
Operations Director Passive Fire (Nationwide) North England (Ideally Sheffield-based) with Nationwide Coverage £80,000 £85,000 + Car Allowance An established Facilities Management organisation is seeking an experienced Operations Director Passive Fire to lead and develop their nationwide passive fire division. This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to shape strategy, drive operational excellence, and oversee large-scale compliance-focused projects across the UK. Working in partnership with a leading agency, this position is ideally suited to a driven and commercially aware professional with a strong background in passive fire protection and team leadership. Key Responsibilities: Set and deliver the overall operational strategy for the passive fire division, aligning with wider business objectives and growth plans Lead the end-to-end delivery of passive fire projects nationwide, ensuring all works are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards Ensure full compliance with current fire safety legislation, third-party accreditation requirements, and industry best practices (e.g. FIRAS, BM TRADA) Oversee audit processes, quality assurance programmes, and site inspections to maintain consistent standards across all regions Build, lead, and develop a high-performing national team, including Contracts Managers, Supervisors, and site-based operatives Implement training and development plans to upskill teams and maintain competency in line with regulatory requirements Act as the senior point of contact for key clients, developing long-term relationships and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and retention Work closely with commercial teams on tender submissions, pricing strategies, and contract negotiations to secure new business Monitor financial performance across projects, managing budgets, forecasting, and ensuring profitability targets are met or exceeded Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect the business and ensure continuity of service Drive continuous improvement initiatives, introducing efficiencies in processes, systems, and resource planning Collaborate with other business units within the FM organisation to ensure integrated service delivery across contracts Provide regular reporting to senior leadership on operational performance, KPIs, compliance metrics, and growth opportunit Requirements: Extensive experience (typically 8 10+ years) within passive fire protection, with a strong track record in senior operational or director-level roles In-depth technical knowledge of passive fire measures including fire stopping, compartmentation, fire doors, and fire protection systems Strong understanding of UK fire safety legislation and guidance, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order and relevant British Standards Proven experience managing large-scale, multi-site contracts across a national footprint within the FM, construction, or specialist fire protection sectors Demonstrable leadership experience managing and developing large teams, including senior managers, with the ability to build high-performing, accountable cultures Experience working with third-party accreditation schemes such as FIRAS, BM TRADA, or equivalent, with a clear understanding of audit and compliance processes Commercially astute with experience in P&L responsibility, budget management, cost control, and driving profitability across business units Strong experience in client relationship management, particularly with Tier 1 contractors, public sector frameworks, housing associations, or blue-chip clients Proven ability to contribute to and win new business, including involvement in tendering, bid writing, and strategic growth initiatives Excellent knowledge of health & safety legislation and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of HSEQ across all operations Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and implement effective solutions Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage at board level as well as across operational teams Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide as required What s on Offer: Competitive salary of £80,000 £85,000 Car allowance Opportunity to lead a growing national division Career progression within a forward-thinking organisation This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional looking to make a significant impact within a reputable and expanding FM business.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Operations Director Passive Fire (Nationwide) North England (Ideally Sheffield-based) with Nationwide Coverage £80,000 £85,000 + Car Allowance An established Facilities Management organisation is seeking an experienced Operations Director Passive Fire to lead and develop their nationwide passive fire division. This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to shape strategy, drive operational excellence, and oversee large-scale compliance-focused projects across the UK. Working in partnership with a leading agency, this position is ideally suited to a driven and commercially aware professional with a strong background in passive fire protection and team leadership. Key Responsibilities: Set and deliver the overall operational strategy for the passive fire division, aligning with wider business objectives and growth plans Lead the end-to-end delivery of passive fire projects nationwide, ensuring all works are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards Ensure full compliance with current fire safety legislation, third-party accreditation requirements, and industry best practices (e.g. FIRAS, BM TRADA) Oversee audit processes, quality assurance programmes, and site inspections to maintain consistent standards across all regions Build, lead, and develop a high-performing national team, including Contracts Managers, Supervisors, and site-based operatives Implement training and development plans to upskill teams and maintain competency in line with regulatory requirements Act as the senior point of contact for key clients, developing long-term relationships and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and retention Work closely with commercial teams on tender submissions, pricing strategies, and contract negotiations to secure new business Monitor financial performance across projects, managing budgets, forecasting, and ensuring profitability targets are met or exceeded Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect the business and ensure continuity of service Drive continuous improvement initiatives, introducing efficiencies in processes, systems, and resource planning Collaborate with other business units within the FM organisation to ensure integrated service delivery across contracts Provide regular reporting to senior leadership on operational performance, KPIs, compliance metrics, and growth opportunit Requirements: Extensive experience (typically 8 10+ years) within passive fire protection, with a strong track record in senior operational or director-level roles In-depth technical knowledge of passive fire measures including fire stopping, compartmentation, fire doors, and fire protection systems Strong understanding of UK fire safety legislation and guidance, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order and relevant British Standards Proven experience managing large-scale, multi-site contracts across a national footprint within the FM, construction, or specialist fire protection sectors Demonstrable leadership experience managing and developing large teams, including senior managers, with the ability to build high-performing, accountable cultures Experience working with third-party accreditation schemes such as FIRAS, BM TRADA, or equivalent, with a clear understanding of audit and compliance processes Commercially astute with experience in P&L responsibility, budget management, cost control, and driving profitability across business units Strong experience in client relationship management, particularly with Tier 1 contractors, public sector frameworks, housing associations, or blue-chip clients Proven ability to contribute to and win new business, including involvement in tendering, bid writing, and strategic growth initiatives Excellent knowledge of health & safety legislation and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of HSEQ across all operations Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and implement effective solutions Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage at board level as well as across operational teams Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide as required What s on Offer: Competitive salary of £80,000 £85,000 Car allowance Opportunity to lead a growing national division Career progression within a forward-thinking organisation This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional looking to make a significant impact within a reputable and expanding FM business.
Personal Tax Senior - Reading (RG1) - Up to £52,000 Are you a Personal Tax Senior looking for a new opportunity in a supportive, well-established practice in the heart of Reading? This independent firm has a long-standing presence in the Thames Valley and is home to a 28-strong team across audit, accounts, tax and general practice. You'll be joining a friendly and collaborative personal tax team of six, based in their central Reading office - just a short walk from the train station. The role - Personal Tax Senior You'll manage your own portfolio of self-assessment clients, including individuals, partnerships, and trusts. The role includes: Preparing annual personal tax returns Managing budgets and billing Advising on Capital Gains Tax, Inheritance Tax, and estate planning Preparing P11Ds, PSAs, ATEDs, and other tax forms as required Supervising and mentoring junior tax staff Supporting client onboarding and assisting in meetings with prospective clients Assisting with workflow planning and departmental scheduling What they're looking for Prior experience in an accountancy practice is essential Strong knowledge of personal tax and experience using tax software (they use Digita) Able to work independently and manage a portfolio with minimal supervision Excellent attention to detail and time management Good interpersonal and communication skills Not sure if you're the right level? Let's talk. If you feel you're slightly too junior or too senior for this spec, still get in touch. The firm is open to flexing the role for the right person. Why apply for this Personal Tax Senior role? Salary up to £52,000 Central Reading location (RG1), walking distance from the station Varied client portfolio across personal tax, trusts, and partnerships Supportive and approachable team of professionals Career progression based on your performance - not just your time served Flexibility around working patterns Historic-meets-modern office with unique features dating back to the 1800s If you're a Personal Tax Senior looking to step into a role with more ownership, great colleagues, and room to grow - this could be just the thing. Get in touch to find out more and apply! 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.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Personal Tax Senior - Reading (RG1) - Up to £52,000 Are you a Personal Tax Senior looking for a new opportunity in a supportive, well-established practice in the heart of Reading? This independent firm has a long-standing presence in the Thames Valley and is home to a 28-strong team across audit, accounts, tax and general practice. You'll be joining a friendly and collaborative personal tax team of six, based in their central Reading office - just a short walk from the train station. The role - Personal Tax Senior You'll manage your own portfolio of self-assessment clients, including individuals, partnerships, and trusts. The role includes: Preparing annual personal tax returns Managing budgets and billing Advising on Capital Gains Tax, Inheritance Tax, and estate planning Preparing P11Ds, PSAs, ATEDs, and other tax forms as required Supervising and mentoring junior tax staff Supporting client onboarding and assisting in meetings with prospective clients Assisting with workflow planning and departmental scheduling What they're looking for Prior experience in an accountancy practice is essential Strong knowledge of personal tax and experience using tax software (they use Digita) Able to work independently and manage a portfolio with minimal supervision Excellent attention to detail and time management Good interpersonal and communication skills Not sure if you're the right level? Let's talk. If you feel you're slightly too junior or too senior for this spec, still get in touch. The firm is open to flexing the role for the right person. Why apply for this Personal Tax Senior role? Salary up to £52,000 Central Reading location (RG1), walking distance from the station Varied client portfolio across personal tax, trusts, and partnerships Supportive and approachable team of professionals Career progression based on your performance - not just your time served Flexibility around working patterns Historic-meets-modern office with unique features dating back to the 1800s If you're a Personal Tax Senior looking to step into a role with more ownership, great colleagues, and room to grow - this could be just the thing. Get in touch to find out more and apply! 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.
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Senior Recovery Worker to play a pivotal role in our Harrow Crisis Cove Sounds great, what will I be doing? In this role, you will take a leading position within a dynamic mental health crisis and early intervention service, managing a diverse caseload while providing skilled de escalation, robust risk assessment and coordinated multi agency support. You will guide and empower service users to engage with community services, while also offering day to day leadership to Recovery Workers, Peer Support Workers and volunteers, ensuring consistent, high quality practice. Acting as shift lead when required, you will make informed, real time decisions to maintain safe and effective service delivery. A key part of the role involves supporting student placements, contributing to learning plans and offering reflective supervision. You will work closely with the Service Manager and Area Manager to monitor performance, contribute to audits and quality reviews, and drive ongoing service development. You will also play an active role in recruitment, onboarding and volunteer integration, and represent the service in partnership forums, strengthening pathways with local crisis teams and community organisations to ensure continuity of care and smooth transitions for service users. Please notes this role required you to work from 2pm - 10pm, including weekends and bank holidays. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. You'll bring solid experience supporting people with mental health difficulties, dual diagnosis, and complex needs, along with the confidence to manage complex cases and work collaboratively with a range of services to keep people safe. You'll be someone who has supported or guided colleagues, peer workers, or students, and who's comfortable contributing to co produced activities and working in fast paced, crisis focused environments. A strong grounding in mental health, trauma informed practice, and the realities faced by people accessing crisis and community services is essential, as is a working knowledge of key legislation and safeguarding responsibilities. You'll also bring a deep belief in recovery, strengths based practice, and partnership working, alongside clear, adaptable communication that helps you connect with service users, professionals, and the wider community. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
May 05, 2026
Full time
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Senior Recovery Worker to play a pivotal role in our Harrow Crisis Cove Sounds great, what will I be doing? In this role, you will take a leading position within a dynamic mental health crisis and early intervention service, managing a diverse caseload while providing skilled de escalation, robust risk assessment and coordinated multi agency support. You will guide and empower service users to engage with community services, while also offering day to day leadership to Recovery Workers, Peer Support Workers and volunteers, ensuring consistent, high quality practice. Acting as shift lead when required, you will make informed, real time decisions to maintain safe and effective service delivery. A key part of the role involves supporting student placements, contributing to learning plans and offering reflective supervision. You will work closely with the Service Manager and Area Manager to monitor performance, contribute to audits and quality reviews, and drive ongoing service development. You will also play an active role in recruitment, onboarding and volunteer integration, and represent the service in partnership forums, strengthening pathways with local crisis teams and community organisations to ensure continuity of care and smooth transitions for service users. Please notes this role required you to work from 2pm - 10pm, including weekends and bank holidays. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. You'll bring solid experience supporting people with mental health difficulties, dual diagnosis, and complex needs, along with the confidence to manage complex cases and work collaboratively with a range of services to keep people safe. You'll be someone who has supported or guided colleagues, peer workers, or students, and who's comfortable contributing to co produced activities and working in fast paced, crisis focused environments. A strong grounding in mental health, trauma informed practice, and the realities faced by people accessing crisis and community services is essential, as is a working knowledge of key legislation and safeguarding responsibilities. You'll also bring a deep belief in recovery, strengths based practice, and partnership working, alongside clear, adaptable communication that helps you connect with service users, professionals, and the wider community. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
A values-driven professional body is seeking a strategic and hands-on Chief Financial Officer to join its senior leadership team. This is a pivotal role, offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy, influence organisational direction, and support the delivery of a public-interest mission grounded in excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement. The Role Reporting to the Chief Executive, the CFO will lead the finance function and act as a key adviser to the Board and senior stakeholders. You will be responsible for ensuring robust financial stewardship while driving strategic planning and organisational performance. Key responsibilities include: Leading financial strategy, planning, budgeting, and forecasting Overseeing statutory and management reporting, audit, and compliance Managing treasury, investments, and cashflow Supporting governance committees with high-quality financial insight Driving process improvement and financial transparency across the organisation Partnering with senior leaders to inform decision-making and commercial activity About You You are a qualified finance professional (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) with significant senior-level experience. You bring both strategic thinking and a willingness to operate hands-on in a small, collaborative environment. You will demonstrate: Strong financial leadership and analytical capability Experience in statutory reporting, audit, and regulatory compliance The ability to influence senior stakeholders and non-finance colleagues A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a track record of driving change Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Experience within the charity or not-for-profit sector, including knowledge of relevant reporting frameworks, is highly desirable. The Opportunity This is a unique chance to contribute to a respected organisation with a national profile and meaningful purpose. The role offers flexibility, autonomy, and the ability to make a tangible impact at a strategic level. Part-time: 21 hours per week Salary: £85-£90,000 FTE Predominantly remote, with occasional travel for meetings Apply To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role.
May 05, 2026
Full time
A values-driven professional body is seeking a strategic and hands-on Chief Financial Officer to join its senior leadership team. This is a pivotal role, offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy, influence organisational direction, and support the delivery of a public-interest mission grounded in excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement. The Role Reporting to the Chief Executive, the CFO will lead the finance function and act as a key adviser to the Board and senior stakeholders. You will be responsible for ensuring robust financial stewardship while driving strategic planning and organisational performance. Key responsibilities include: Leading financial strategy, planning, budgeting, and forecasting Overseeing statutory and management reporting, audit, and compliance Managing treasury, investments, and cashflow Supporting governance committees with high-quality financial insight Driving process improvement and financial transparency across the organisation Partnering with senior leaders to inform decision-making and commercial activity About You You are a qualified finance professional (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) with significant senior-level experience. You bring both strategic thinking and a willingness to operate hands-on in a small, collaborative environment. You will demonstrate: Strong financial leadership and analytical capability Experience in statutory reporting, audit, and regulatory compliance The ability to influence senior stakeholders and non-finance colleagues A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a track record of driving change Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Experience within the charity or not-for-profit sector, including knowledge of relevant reporting frameworks, is highly desirable. The Opportunity This is a unique chance to contribute to a respected organisation with a national profile and meaningful purpose. The role offers flexibility, autonomy, and the ability to make a tangible impact at a strategic level. Part-time: 21 hours per week Salary: £85-£90,000 FTE Predominantly remote, with occasional travel for meetings Apply To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role.
Audit Senior - £43,000 - £50,000 DOE. Audit Senior - Company Summary Join a highly successful independent firm of accountants based in Manchester, known for its commitment to fostering a people-first culture. Due to continued growth and success, including new client acquisitions, they are looking to strengthen their established audit division with an experienced Audit Senior. The firm prides themselves on a low staff turnover by encouraging continuous development. You will be working on a wide range of businesses, typically ranging from £20m to £50m, alongside some larger corporates. The firm is one of the few independent practices in the city with no intentions of joining a consolidator, offering a supportive working environment and dedication to client and staff success and wellbeing. Their company policy offers Hybrid working (3/2) and flexi-time , which is becoming harder to find in todays market. Audit Senior - Description As an Audit Senior, you will play a crucial role in the audit team, initially focusing predominantly on audits. Once settled, you will have the opportunity to manage a portfolio of accounts clients. They are looking for someone who is hands-on with clients and fieldwork, with experience managing a team on-site. Audit Senior - Responsibilities Lead and execute audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients. Manage and mentor a team of audit professionals on-site. Develop and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring a high level of client satisfaction. Contribute to the continuous development and success of peers and juniors. Audit Senior - Benefits Competitive salary of £43k for newly qualified professionals, with increases dependent on post-qualification experience (PQE). 25 days holiday per year with the option to purchase more. Life cover and critical illness cover. Annual bonus Flexible working arrangements: work from home 2 days a week, with 3 days at clients or the office. Flexible day with core hours from 10 am to 4 pm, allowing for an early or late start. Audit Senior - Requirements Newly qualified ACA / ACCA with a strong background in audit. Experience managing a team on-site. Hands-on approach with clients and fieldwork. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Vaisto Recruitment offers a generous referral scheme. If you refer a practice candidate to me who is not already registered, as a thank you, you will receive a voucher up to the value of £1000. Vouchers are paid on successful completion of the referral's probation period. The above vacancy is only one of many that I am handling. Vaisto Recruitment specializes in permanent and contract practice assignments including: Audit Partner / Audit Director / Audit Associate Director / Audit Manager / Audit Senior / Audit Associate / Audit Semi Senior Business Services Partner / Business Services Director / Business Services Manager / Business Services Associate / Accounts Senior / Accounts Associate Tax Partner / Tax Director / Tax Manager / Tax Senior Manager / Tax Senior / Tax Semi Senior Accounts Partner / Accounts Director / Accounts Manager / Accounts Senior / Accounts Semi Senior Corporate Finance Partner / Corporate Finance Director / Corporate Finance Manager / Corporate Finance Executive / Corporate Finance Senior M&A Payroll Bureau Practice Managers
May 05, 2026
Full time
Audit Senior - £43,000 - £50,000 DOE. Audit Senior - Company Summary Join a highly successful independent firm of accountants based in Manchester, known for its commitment to fostering a people-first culture. Due to continued growth and success, including new client acquisitions, they are looking to strengthen their established audit division with an experienced Audit Senior. The firm prides themselves on a low staff turnover by encouraging continuous development. You will be working on a wide range of businesses, typically ranging from £20m to £50m, alongside some larger corporates. The firm is one of the few independent practices in the city with no intentions of joining a consolidator, offering a supportive working environment and dedication to client and staff success and wellbeing. Their company policy offers Hybrid working (3/2) and flexi-time , which is becoming harder to find in todays market. Audit Senior - Description As an Audit Senior, you will play a crucial role in the audit team, initially focusing predominantly on audits. Once settled, you will have the opportunity to manage a portfolio of accounts clients. They are looking for someone who is hands-on with clients and fieldwork, with experience managing a team on-site. Audit Senior - Responsibilities Lead and execute audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients. Manage and mentor a team of audit professionals on-site. Develop and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring a high level of client satisfaction. Contribute to the continuous development and success of peers and juniors. Audit Senior - Benefits Competitive salary of £43k for newly qualified professionals, with increases dependent on post-qualification experience (PQE). 25 days holiday per year with the option to purchase more. Life cover and critical illness cover. Annual bonus Flexible working arrangements: work from home 2 days a week, with 3 days at clients or the office. Flexible day with core hours from 10 am to 4 pm, allowing for an early or late start. Audit Senior - Requirements Newly qualified ACA / ACCA with a strong background in audit. Experience managing a team on-site. Hands-on approach with clients and fieldwork. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Vaisto Recruitment offers a generous referral scheme. If you refer a practice candidate to me who is not already registered, as a thank you, you will receive a voucher up to the value of £1000. Vouchers are paid on successful completion of the referral's probation period. The above vacancy is only one of many that I am handling. Vaisto Recruitment specializes in permanent and contract practice assignments including: Audit Partner / Audit Director / Audit Associate Director / Audit Manager / Audit Senior / Audit Associate / Audit Semi Senior Business Services Partner / Business Services Director / Business Services Manager / Business Services Associate / Accounts Senior / Accounts Associate Tax Partner / Tax Director / Tax Manager / Tax Senior Manager / Tax Senior / Tax Semi Senior Accounts Partner / Accounts Director / Accounts Manager / Accounts Senior / Accounts Semi Senior Corporate Finance Partner / Corporate Finance Director / Corporate Finance Manager / Corporate Finance Executive / Corporate Finance Senior M&A Payroll Bureau Practice Managers
This London based role sits at the core of Verifone's payments and checkout platform, where backend engineering directly impacts secure, high volume transactions used globally. You'll design and operate scalable, production critical systems that must perform reliably under real world load, evolving payment methods, and strict security requirements. Job Description We are seeking a London based Senior Software Engineer (Node.js / TypeScript) to build and operate backend services supporting payment, checkout, and transactional workflows. You will collaborate closely with Product, Frontend, Platform, and Infrastructure teams to deliver secure, scalable APIs in high throughput environments. Required Skills and Experience Programming Languages TypeScript (version 3.x or higher) Node.js (version 16 or higher) Backend frameworks such as Hapi.js, or alternatives including Express, Fastify, or NestJS Authentication and authorization using JWT and OAuth2 Repository and modular design patterns Experience building maintainable, testable backend systems APIs & Data Design and operation of RESTful APIs API versioning and request validation Advanced filtering using RSQL or equivalent Experience with MongoDB (modeling, indexing, performance tuning) Experience with Redis for caching or messaging Database migrations and schema evolution Hands on experience with AWS services such as EC2, S3, Secrets Manager, and CloudWatch Docker and Docker Compose Strong discipline with CI/CD pipelines and Git workflows Testing & Quality Automated testing using Jest or Mocha/Chai/Sinon End to end testing with Cypress (optional) Strong focus on code quality, reliability, and maintainability Preferred Skills and Experience Payments & Security Experience integrating payment providers such as Stripe, PayPal, or Klarna Knowledge of authorization, capture, and refund flows Experience with 3D Secure Awareness of PCI DSS requirements and security best practices Understanding of checkout and transactional domain flows Production Engineering Performance optimization and debugging in production systems Exposure to monitoring or APM tools (e.g., AppDynamics or similar) Experience operating high availability or fault tolerant systems Familiarity with fraud related considerations Frontend & Platform Exposure Experience working alongside frontend frameworks such as Angular or React Familiarity with RxJS and state management (NgRx or Redux) Server side rendering with Pug templates HTML/CSS with SASS or PostCSS Additional Bonuses Fintech, payments, or e commerce domain experience Messaging systems such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or Redis Pub/Sub Puppeteer for PDF or receipt generation Our Commitment Verifone is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Verifone is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. Global Demographic Sets (Non US) You are invited to voluntarily self identify the following personal data points. Verifone is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are dedicated to providing unbiased and fair work opportunities to employees irrespective of their race, age, gender, religion, or ethnicity. As such, voluntarily providing this information helps the company generate the most accurate EEO data to ensure we are upholding these goals. Even if you wish to keep this data private, you have the opportunity to participate in our efforts by selecting our "Do not wish to answer" option in the fields below. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information is kept confidential and is only used in accordance with provisions of applicable laws, executive orders and regulations, including those that require information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. When reported, data will not identify any specific individual. Do you have a disability or chronic condition (physical, visual, auditory, cognitive, mental, emotional, or other) that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities, including mobility, communication (seeing, hearing, speaking), and learning that affect your ability to work? (Select )
May 05, 2026
Full time
This London based role sits at the core of Verifone's payments and checkout platform, where backend engineering directly impacts secure, high volume transactions used globally. You'll design and operate scalable, production critical systems that must perform reliably under real world load, evolving payment methods, and strict security requirements. Job Description We are seeking a London based Senior Software Engineer (Node.js / TypeScript) to build and operate backend services supporting payment, checkout, and transactional workflows. You will collaborate closely with Product, Frontend, Platform, and Infrastructure teams to deliver secure, scalable APIs in high throughput environments. Required Skills and Experience Programming Languages TypeScript (version 3.x or higher) Node.js (version 16 or higher) Backend frameworks such as Hapi.js, or alternatives including Express, Fastify, or NestJS Authentication and authorization using JWT and OAuth2 Repository and modular design patterns Experience building maintainable, testable backend systems APIs & Data Design and operation of RESTful APIs API versioning and request validation Advanced filtering using RSQL or equivalent Experience with MongoDB (modeling, indexing, performance tuning) Experience with Redis for caching or messaging Database migrations and schema evolution Hands on experience with AWS services such as EC2, S3, Secrets Manager, and CloudWatch Docker and Docker Compose Strong discipline with CI/CD pipelines and Git workflows Testing & Quality Automated testing using Jest or Mocha/Chai/Sinon End to end testing with Cypress (optional) Strong focus on code quality, reliability, and maintainability Preferred Skills and Experience Payments & Security Experience integrating payment providers such as Stripe, PayPal, or Klarna Knowledge of authorization, capture, and refund flows Experience with 3D Secure Awareness of PCI DSS requirements and security best practices Understanding of checkout and transactional domain flows Production Engineering Performance optimization and debugging in production systems Exposure to monitoring or APM tools (e.g., AppDynamics or similar) Experience operating high availability or fault tolerant systems Familiarity with fraud related considerations Frontend & Platform Exposure Experience working alongside frontend frameworks such as Angular or React Familiarity with RxJS and state management (NgRx or Redux) Server side rendering with Pug templates HTML/CSS with SASS or PostCSS Additional Bonuses Fintech, payments, or e commerce domain experience Messaging systems such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or Redis Pub/Sub Puppeteer for PDF or receipt generation Our Commitment Verifone is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Verifone is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. Global Demographic Sets (Non US) You are invited to voluntarily self identify the following personal data points. Verifone is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are dedicated to providing unbiased and fair work opportunities to employees irrespective of their race, age, gender, religion, or ethnicity. As such, voluntarily providing this information helps the company generate the most accurate EEO data to ensure we are upholding these goals. Even if you wish to keep this data private, you have the opportunity to participate in our efforts by selecting our "Do not wish to answer" option in the fields below. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information is kept confidential and is only used in accordance with provisions of applicable laws, executive orders and regulations, including those that require information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. When reported, data will not identify any specific individual. Do you have a disability or chronic condition (physical, visual, auditory, cognitive, mental, emotional, or other) that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities, including mobility, communication (seeing, hearing, speaking), and learning that affect your ability to work? (Select )
Data Protection Officer Location: Remote Salary: Competitive Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Looking to make a real impact with your data protection expertise? Join a purpose-driven charity as our fully remote Data Protection Officer, working 35 hours per week, where your work will directly support strong governance, protect sensitive data, and help shape organisational resilience. We re looking for a confident, independent professional to lead on compliance, privacy, and information governance, ensuring we meet the highest standards under UK GDPR while supporting teams across the organisation. What you ll be doing You ll be the go-to expert on all things data protection, balancing strategy with hands-on delivery: Lead and oversee our data protection compliance programme and audit framework Act as the key contact for regulators, including the ICO Manage data subject rights (DSARs, erasure, rectification, restriction requests) Advise on Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and third-party due diligence Support incident response, including breaches and corrective actions Deliver engaging training and awareness programmes across the organisation Maintain compliance records and monitor adherence to UK GDPR Provide expert input into business continuity and organisational resilience Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership and Board You ll sit within our Governance team, reporting to the Executive Director of Governance & Quality Assurance, with the autonomy to escalate directly to senior leadership and trustees where needed. What we re looking for Essential: Strong experience in data protection, compliance, audit, IT/security, or legal roles Expert knowledge of UK GDPR and data privacy legislation Proven experience handling complex DSARs, DPIAs, and data incidents Experience working with regulators and managing compliance responses Ability to influence, challenge, and collaborate across all levels Highly organised, independent, and able to manage competing priorities Strong judgement when assessing and managing risk Qualifications: Degree-level education (or equivalent experience) Recognised certification (e.g. GDPR Practitioner, CIPP/E, CIPM, C-DPO or similar) Desirable: Experience working with Boards or non-executives Background in the charity, public sector, NHS, MOJ, or local authorities Knowledge of ISO 27001 or working with sensitive/vulnerable data This is a rare opportunity to take on a high-impact, autonomous role in a collaborative, mission-led organisation. You ll have the flexibility of fully remote working while influencing how data protection is embedded across the charity at every level. If you re looking to shape best practice, work closely with senior leadership, and make a meaningful contribution to a cause that matters, this role offers both challenge and purpose in equal measure. Ready to lead on data protection where it truly matters? Apply now and help us build a culture of trust, compliance, and accountability. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Data Protection Officer Location: Remote Salary: Competitive Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Looking to make a real impact with your data protection expertise? Join a purpose-driven charity as our fully remote Data Protection Officer, working 35 hours per week, where your work will directly support strong governance, protect sensitive data, and help shape organisational resilience. We re looking for a confident, independent professional to lead on compliance, privacy, and information governance, ensuring we meet the highest standards under UK GDPR while supporting teams across the organisation. What you ll be doing You ll be the go-to expert on all things data protection, balancing strategy with hands-on delivery: Lead and oversee our data protection compliance programme and audit framework Act as the key contact for regulators, including the ICO Manage data subject rights (DSARs, erasure, rectification, restriction requests) Advise on Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and third-party due diligence Support incident response, including breaches and corrective actions Deliver engaging training and awareness programmes across the organisation Maintain compliance records and monitor adherence to UK GDPR Provide expert input into business continuity and organisational resilience Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership and Board You ll sit within our Governance team, reporting to the Executive Director of Governance & Quality Assurance, with the autonomy to escalate directly to senior leadership and trustees where needed. What we re looking for Essential: Strong experience in data protection, compliance, audit, IT/security, or legal roles Expert knowledge of UK GDPR and data privacy legislation Proven experience handling complex DSARs, DPIAs, and data incidents Experience working with regulators and managing compliance responses Ability to influence, challenge, and collaborate across all levels Highly organised, independent, and able to manage competing priorities Strong judgement when assessing and managing risk Qualifications: Degree-level education (or equivalent experience) Recognised certification (e.g. GDPR Practitioner, CIPP/E, CIPM, C-DPO or similar) Desirable: Experience working with Boards or non-executives Background in the charity, public sector, NHS, MOJ, or local authorities Knowledge of ISO 27001 or working with sensitive/vulnerable data This is a rare opportunity to take on a high-impact, autonomous role in a collaborative, mission-led organisation. You ll have the flexibility of fully remote working while influencing how data protection is embedded across the charity at every level. If you re looking to shape best practice, work closely with senior leadership, and make a meaningful contribution to a cause that matters, this role offers both challenge and purpose in equal measure. Ready to lead on data protection where it truly matters? Apply now and help us build a culture of trust, compliance, and accountability. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
Junior Legal Contracts Advisor. Office based - Monday - Friday 09:00-17:00 Salary £26-29,000 Location- Hoddesdon. Benefits BDAY off Casual office culture 21 days plus bank holiday. Xmas off. Half day xmas eve ( finish early!) 121 Training support & Development. Recognition for hard work. Company events. Our client is looking to appoint a Junior Legal Contracts Advisor to join its Finance and Business Management team. This role is ideal for someone early in their legal career who has already had exposure to contracts or client-facing legal work and is now looking to build confidence and responsibility in a commercial environment. You will receive training on company processes, however, applicants must already have a basic legal foundation and confidence communicating with clients . Review, negotiate, and manage contracts with clients and suppliers before work begins Track the progress and status of all contracts using the CRM system Ensure contracts meet company policies and are approved before sign-off Clearly communicate contract requirements to Project Consultants and Management teams Keep all contract and supplier documentation organised in a central system Work with internal teams and clients to prepare and finalise contracts for signature Explain contractual terms clearly to internal teams and clients Support senior management in resolving contract queries, disputes, or complaints Complete and submit PQQs to support tenders and maintain client supply-chain status Carry out regular contract reviews, audits, and compliance checks Key Qualifications and Skills: Law Graduate essential Experience in the construction industry is a plus This is a unique opportunity to grow your career in a fresh and fast-growing organisation. If you are ready to take on new challenges and be part of an exciting journey, apply now! Take the next step in your career and join our client's team today! Your future awaits! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Junior Legal Contracts Advisor. Office based - Monday - Friday 09:00-17:00 Salary £26-29,000 Location- Hoddesdon. Benefits BDAY off Casual office culture 21 days plus bank holiday. Xmas off. Half day xmas eve ( finish early!) 121 Training support & Development. Recognition for hard work. Company events. Our client is looking to appoint a Junior Legal Contracts Advisor to join its Finance and Business Management team. This role is ideal for someone early in their legal career who has already had exposure to contracts or client-facing legal work and is now looking to build confidence and responsibility in a commercial environment. You will receive training on company processes, however, applicants must already have a basic legal foundation and confidence communicating with clients . Review, negotiate, and manage contracts with clients and suppliers before work begins Track the progress and status of all contracts using the CRM system Ensure contracts meet company policies and are approved before sign-off Clearly communicate contract requirements to Project Consultants and Management teams Keep all contract and supplier documentation organised in a central system Work with internal teams and clients to prepare and finalise contracts for signature Explain contractual terms clearly to internal teams and clients Support senior management in resolving contract queries, disputes, or complaints Complete and submit PQQs to support tenders and maintain client supply-chain status Carry out regular contract reviews, audits, and compliance checks Key Qualifications and Skills: Law Graduate essential Experience in the construction industry is a plus This is a unique opportunity to grow your career in a fresh and fast-growing organisation. If you are ready to take on new challenges and be part of an exciting journey, apply now! Take the next step in your career and join our client's team today! Your future awaits! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
AUDIT MANAGER / SENIOR AUDIT MANAGER Full Time, Hybrid working (3 days at home, 2 days office after probation) Salary: DOE £50,000 - £75,000 per annum + Guaranteed bonus REED Practice is excited to be working in partnership with a long-established firm of Chartered Certified Accountants, Chartered Tax Advisors, and Registered Auditors based in Wimborne, Dorset. The practice has been operating for over 45 years, serving more than 1,000 clients across Dorset and the wider region, providing a broad range of professional services, including audit, accounts preparation, taxation, business advisory, bookkeeping,payroll, and outsourcing solutions. They work with individuals, small businesses, and larger companies-ranging from sole traders needing tax returns to organisations with up to £25m turnover requiring audit and corporate tax advice. Owing to growth within the Audit Team, our client is recruiting either an Audit Manager / Senior Audit Manager or Audit Principal to work with long standing clients and develop the Audit Service. On offer is The opportunity to manage a mixed portfolio (Accounts and Audit, weighted depending on skillset) Build long term rapport with new and existing clients in a client facing role. Progression towards an Associate Director level Hybrid working after 3 months probation (3 days at home, 2 days office) Joining a supportive and growing team of 35 within new offices. Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities to contribute to department strategy and growth. Duties: Manage and oversee a diverse portfolio of audit engagements from planning through to completion. Review audit files in line with professional and regulatory standards, ensuring technical accuracy and quality. Lead, support, and develop audit seniors and trainees, providing coaching, feedback, and performance oversight. Act as a primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong professional relationships and addressing queries effectively. Ensure engagement delivery aligns with internal processes, budget requirements, and project deadlines. Contribute to departmental resource planning, workflow management, and team utilisation. Support Partners with technical matters, reporting, and business development initiatives including proposals and tender submissions. Keep up to date with relevant audit, accounting, and regulatory developments and promote best practice across the team. Qualifications & Experience ACA/ACCA Qualified (or equivalent). Significant post-qualification audit experience within an accountancy practice. Strong understanding of UK auditing standards and financial reporting frameworks, including FRS 102. Proven experience managing audit engagements and overseeing audit teams. Experience working with a varied client base across multiple sectors. Skills & Attributes Strong leadership and team-management abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. High level of technical competence and professional judgement. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities. Client-focused approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Professional, methodical, and proactive working style.
May 05, 2026
Full time
AUDIT MANAGER / SENIOR AUDIT MANAGER Full Time, Hybrid working (3 days at home, 2 days office after probation) Salary: DOE £50,000 - £75,000 per annum + Guaranteed bonus REED Practice is excited to be working in partnership with a long-established firm of Chartered Certified Accountants, Chartered Tax Advisors, and Registered Auditors based in Wimborne, Dorset. The practice has been operating for over 45 years, serving more than 1,000 clients across Dorset and the wider region, providing a broad range of professional services, including audit, accounts preparation, taxation, business advisory, bookkeeping,payroll, and outsourcing solutions. They work with individuals, small businesses, and larger companies-ranging from sole traders needing tax returns to organisations with up to £25m turnover requiring audit and corporate tax advice. Owing to growth within the Audit Team, our client is recruiting either an Audit Manager / Senior Audit Manager or Audit Principal to work with long standing clients and develop the Audit Service. On offer is The opportunity to manage a mixed portfolio (Accounts and Audit, weighted depending on skillset) Build long term rapport with new and existing clients in a client facing role. Progression towards an Associate Director level Hybrid working after 3 months probation (3 days at home, 2 days office) Joining a supportive and growing team of 35 within new offices. Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities to contribute to department strategy and growth. Duties: Manage and oversee a diverse portfolio of audit engagements from planning through to completion. Review audit files in line with professional and regulatory standards, ensuring technical accuracy and quality. Lead, support, and develop audit seniors and trainees, providing coaching, feedback, and performance oversight. Act as a primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong professional relationships and addressing queries effectively. Ensure engagement delivery aligns with internal processes, budget requirements, and project deadlines. Contribute to departmental resource planning, workflow management, and team utilisation. Support Partners with technical matters, reporting, and business development initiatives including proposals and tender submissions. Keep up to date with relevant audit, accounting, and regulatory developments and promote best practice across the team. Qualifications & Experience ACA/ACCA Qualified (or equivalent). Significant post-qualification audit experience within an accountancy practice. Strong understanding of UK auditing standards and financial reporting frameworks, including FRS 102. Proven experience managing audit engagements and overseeing audit teams. Experience working with a varied client base across multiple sectors. Skills & Attributes Strong leadership and team-management abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. High level of technical competence and professional judgement. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities. Client-focused approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Professional, methodical, and proactive working style.
Finance Business Partner - Technical - Interim Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Midlands based Local Authority to appoint an Interim Finance Business Partner - Technical to lead on the Council's year-end processes and technical accounting functions. This is a senior interim assignment focused on delivering the Statement of Accounts , managing technical finance areas including capital and treasury, and supporting audit delivery. What's on Offer Rate: 700 - 900 per day (dependent on experience) Contract length: 3 months initially (likely extension) Full-time Hybrid working Start: Immediate The Role The successful candidate will take a lead role in delivering the Council's statutory financial reporting requirements and managing technical accounting areas. Key responsibilities: Leading the closure of accounts and production of the Statement of Accounts Taking ownership of fixed asset and capital accounting Managing the technical and treasury function Leading on the external audit process , ensuring timely delivery and resolution of queries Providing technical accounting advice across the organisation Ensuring high-quality working papers and compliance with statutory guidance Supporting senior stakeholders with financial reporting and decision-making About You You will ideally have: CCAB / CIMA qualification (or equivalent experience) Proven experience leading Local Authority year-end / Statement of Accounts Strong background in fixed asset and capital accounting Experience managing external audit processes Ability to lead teams and operate in a hands-on technical capacity How to Apply If you are interested, please submit your CV along with your required day rate. If successful, a consultant will be in touch to discuss further details. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. INDSCGBR We also offer a market-leading referral scheme of up to 300 . If you know someone suitable, please ask them to email their CV to , including your details. T&Cs apply.
May 05, 2026
Seasonal
Finance Business Partner - Technical - Interim Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Midlands based Local Authority to appoint an Interim Finance Business Partner - Technical to lead on the Council's year-end processes and technical accounting functions. This is a senior interim assignment focused on delivering the Statement of Accounts , managing technical finance areas including capital and treasury, and supporting audit delivery. What's on Offer Rate: 700 - 900 per day (dependent on experience) Contract length: 3 months initially (likely extension) Full-time Hybrid working Start: Immediate The Role The successful candidate will take a lead role in delivering the Council's statutory financial reporting requirements and managing technical accounting areas. Key responsibilities: Leading the closure of accounts and production of the Statement of Accounts Taking ownership of fixed asset and capital accounting Managing the technical and treasury function Leading on the external audit process , ensuring timely delivery and resolution of queries Providing technical accounting advice across the organisation Ensuring high-quality working papers and compliance with statutory guidance Supporting senior stakeholders with financial reporting and decision-making About You You will ideally have: CCAB / CIMA qualification (or equivalent experience) Proven experience leading Local Authority year-end / Statement of Accounts Strong background in fixed asset and capital accounting Experience managing external audit processes Ability to lead teams and operate in a hands-on technical capacity How to Apply If you are interested, please submit your CV along with your required day rate. If successful, a consultant will be in touch to discuss further details. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. INDSCGBR We also offer a market-leading referral scheme of up to 300 . If you know someone suitable, please ask them to email their CV to , including your details. T&Cs apply.
Talent STEM are partnering with a leading global pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation operating within a highly regulated sterile environment. This business is recognised for its commitment to quality, innovation and operational excellence, delivering critical drug products to patients worldwide. Due to ongoing investment and growth across their Drug Product Services network, they are seeking an experienced Senior QA Expert to support quality oversight and compliance at their Stein site. The Opportunity This is a senior quality position where you will act as a key point of contact for QA activities across manufacturing and project operations. You will provide expert oversight of GMP compliance, support investigations and drive continuous improvement initiatives, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest standards of quality within sterile manufacturing. Key Responsibilities - Act as the primary Quality point of contact for assigned manufacturing and project activities - Author, review and approve GMP documentation including SOPs, risk assessments, work instructions and cleaning documentation - Review and approve quality records such as deviations, CAPAs, change controls and validation documentation using systems such as TrackWise and KNEAT - Provide QA oversight across manufacturing operations to ensure full cGMP compliance - Support investigations including root cause analysis, impact assessments and implementation of corrective actions - Partner with operational teams to support growth projects in line with global and local GMP standards - Lead or contribute to continuous improvement and lean initiatives to enhance quality systems and efficiency - Monitor project progress and ensure effective communication of quality-related activities - Collaborate with external partners and customers to define release strategies in line with regulatory expectations - Define, manage and report Quality KPIs where required - Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections - Provide guidance and mentorship to team members and deputise for QA leadership when required About You We are looking for an experienced QA professional with a strong background in pharmaceutical manufacturing who is confident operating in a fast-paced, regulated environment. You will likely bring: - A degree (MSc or PhD) in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy or a related discipline - 5 to 10 years experience within Quality Assurance or Quality Control in pharmaceutical manufacturing - Strong knowledge of cGMP and regulatory compliance within sterile or drug product environments - Experience working with electronic quality systems such as TrackWise and or KNEAT - Proven experience supporting investigations, deviations and quality systems - Strong problem solving, decision making and organisational skills - A collaborative approach with the ability to engage cross-functional teams - Fluent English skills, German is advantageous Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised pharmaceutical organisation and play a key role in maintaining and enhancing quality standards within sterile manufacturing. You will work in a collaborative and high-performing environment, contributing directly to product quality, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement across a critical manufacturing site. For a confidential discussion, please contact Talent STEM directly. Talent STEM is a specialist recruitment consultancy supporting the scientific, engineering, clinical, chemical, pharmaceutical, FMCG, environmental, biotechnology and medical device sectors.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Talent STEM are partnering with a leading global pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation operating within a highly regulated sterile environment. This business is recognised for its commitment to quality, innovation and operational excellence, delivering critical drug products to patients worldwide. Due to ongoing investment and growth across their Drug Product Services network, they are seeking an experienced Senior QA Expert to support quality oversight and compliance at their Stein site. The Opportunity This is a senior quality position where you will act as a key point of contact for QA activities across manufacturing and project operations. You will provide expert oversight of GMP compliance, support investigations and drive continuous improvement initiatives, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest standards of quality within sterile manufacturing. Key Responsibilities - Act as the primary Quality point of contact for assigned manufacturing and project activities - Author, review and approve GMP documentation including SOPs, risk assessments, work instructions and cleaning documentation - Review and approve quality records such as deviations, CAPAs, change controls and validation documentation using systems such as TrackWise and KNEAT - Provide QA oversight across manufacturing operations to ensure full cGMP compliance - Support investigations including root cause analysis, impact assessments and implementation of corrective actions - Partner with operational teams to support growth projects in line with global and local GMP standards - Lead or contribute to continuous improvement and lean initiatives to enhance quality systems and efficiency - Monitor project progress and ensure effective communication of quality-related activities - Collaborate with external partners and customers to define release strategies in line with regulatory expectations - Define, manage and report Quality KPIs where required - Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections - Provide guidance and mentorship to team members and deputise for QA leadership when required About You We are looking for an experienced QA professional with a strong background in pharmaceutical manufacturing who is confident operating in a fast-paced, regulated environment. You will likely bring: - A degree (MSc or PhD) in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy or a related discipline - 5 to 10 years experience within Quality Assurance or Quality Control in pharmaceutical manufacturing - Strong knowledge of cGMP and regulatory compliance within sterile or drug product environments - Experience working with electronic quality systems such as TrackWise and or KNEAT - Proven experience supporting investigations, deviations and quality systems - Strong problem solving, decision making and organisational skills - A collaborative approach with the ability to engage cross-functional teams - Fluent English skills, German is advantageous Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised pharmaceutical organisation and play a key role in maintaining and enhancing quality standards within sterile manufacturing. You will work in a collaborative and high-performing environment, contributing directly to product quality, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement across a critical manufacturing site. For a confidential discussion, please contact Talent STEM directly. Talent STEM is a specialist recruitment consultancy supporting the scientific, engineering, clinical, chemical, pharmaceutical, FMCG, environmental, biotechnology and medical device sectors.
About Our Client Large, complex matrix organisation operating in a fast moving business sector on a UK & International basis and undergoing a major change and transformation. Excellent opportunity for career progression and personal growth within a large International organisation. Job Description A high profile opportunity for an experienced senior finance leader to shape financial strategy across a business critical division with an annual budget in excess of £300m. This role partners closely with C Suite executives, influencing major transformation programmes while driving commercial performance, financial governance, and long term strategic planning. Key Responsibilities Lead financial strategy, planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting across the Division. Act as a strategic business partner to senior leaders, providing insight, challenge and commercially focused decision support. Oversee financial controls, governance, investment appraisal, ROI decisions and major project finance support. Lead, coach and develop a high performing commercial finance team with strong analytical and business partnering capability. Team size currently circa 20 with 4 Direct Line reports. Drive transformation across the broader finance community sponsoring continuous improvement in capability, process, reporting and systems. Ensure compliance with group policies, audit standards, regulatory requirements and transfer pricing rules. Manage cross functional relationships and hold business areas accountable for achieving financial and strategic targets. The Successful Applicant Qualified accountant ACA/ACCA/CIMA with a Commercial Finance and Business Partnering background. Proven track record operating at senior director level within very large and complex matrix environments. Strong experience partnering with business critical business support functions at Director & C suite level. Background in leading finance transformation, technology change, digital innovation and operating model redesign. Exceptional communication, influencing, stake-holder management and relationship building skills. The ability to operate at pace; inspiring, motivating and challenging at all levels in the business. Commercially minded, strategic thinker with excellent analytical capability. An inspirational leader with the ability to motivate and develop a team through a period of rapid growth and transformation. What's on Offer This is a rare opportunity to take a pivotal senior finance leadership role at the heart of a large scale organisation undergoing major technology and digital transformation. You will influence strategic direction, drive enterprise value, shape future facing capabilities, and play a critical role in the organisation's next phase of development.
May 05, 2026
Full time
About Our Client Large, complex matrix organisation operating in a fast moving business sector on a UK & International basis and undergoing a major change and transformation. Excellent opportunity for career progression and personal growth within a large International organisation. Job Description A high profile opportunity for an experienced senior finance leader to shape financial strategy across a business critical division with an annual budget in excess of £300m. This role partners closely with C Suite executives, influencing major transformation programmes while driving commercial performance, financial governance, and long term strategic planning. Key Responsibilities Lead financial strategy, planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting across the Division. Act as a strategic business partner to senior leaders, providing insight, challenge and commercially focused decision support. Oversee financial controls, governance, investment appraisal, ROI decisions and major project finance support. Lead, coach and develop a high performing commercial finance team with strong analytical and business partnering capability. Team size currently circa 20 with 4 Direct Line reports. Drive transformation across the broader finance community sponsoring continuous improvement in capability, process, reporting and systems. Ensure compliance with group policies, audit standards, regulatory requirements and transfer pricing rules. Manage cross functional relationships and hold business areas accountable for achieving financial and strategic targets. The Successful Applicant Qualified accountant ACA/ACCA/CIMA with a Commercial Finance and Business Partnering background. Proven track record operating at senior director level within very large and complex matrix environments. Strong experience partnering with business critical business support functions at Director & C suite level. Background in leading finance transformation, technology change, digital innovation and operating model redesign. Exceptional communication, influencing, stake-holder management and relationship building skills. The ability to operate at pace; inspiring, motivating and challenging at all levels in the business. Commercially minded, strategic thinker with excellent analytical capability. An inspirational leader with the ability to motivate and develop a team through a period of rapid growth and transformation. What's on Offer This is a rare opportunity to take a pivotal senior finance leadership role at the heart of a large scale organisation undergoing major technology and digital transformation. You will influence strategic direction, drive enterprise value, shape future facing capabilities, and play a critical role in the organisation's next phase of development.
Supplier Quality Engineer 6 month contract Based in Bolton - hybrid Offering 45ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with AS9100 standards? Do you have quality experience in Manufacturing and Supply Chain environments? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Supplier Quality Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Complete scheduled Quality Assurance audits at suppliers using standardised tools Conduct thorough verification/inspection of products to ensure they meet the required quality standards Identify and document any non-conformities in the manufacturing process and deviations from the product specifications Maintain accurate and organised records of all quality control activities Communicate findings to relevant departments/stakeholders Work cross-functionally to implement root cause corrective actions at supplier Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the quality of our products Participate in the Project Quality network to report and share the quality assurance status linked to applicable suppliers Provide non-conformance, root cause & corrective action data analysis and summary reports into senior stakeholders Your skillset may include: Trained auditor to AS9100 Experienced in conducting Quality Audits & surveillance Quality experience within Mechanical, Manufacturing or Electronic Engineering Proven track record in Quality, Supply Chain or Manufacturing Defence, automotive, or aerospace industry experience Familiar with GD&T and able to use a variety of metrology equipment QA problem-solving and improvement methods (8D, RCA, DMAIC, etc.) Knowledge of the product lifecycle management Analytical skills; ability to run reports in Excel, use SAP QM system, and document management tools Continuous improvement awareness Experience is NADCAP If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Supplier Quality Engineer 6 month contract Based in Bolton - hybrid Offering 45ph Inside IR35 Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
May 05, 2026
Contractor
Supplier Quality Engineer 6 month contract Based in Bolton - hybrid Offering 45ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with AS9100 standards? Do you have quality experience in Manufacturing and Supply Chain environments? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Supplier Quality Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Complete scheduled Quality Assurance audits at suppliers using standardised tools Conduct thorough verification/inspection of products to ensure they meet the required quality standards Identify and document any non-conformities in the manufacturing process and deviations from the product specifications Maintain accurate and organised records of all quality control activities Communicate findings to relevant departments/stakeholders Work cross-functionally to implement root cause corrective actions at supplier Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the quality of our products Participate in the Project Quality network to report and share the quality assurance status linked to applicable suppliers Provide non-conformance, root cause & corrective action data analysis and summary reports into senior stakeholders Your skillset may include: Trained auditor to AS9100 Experienced in conducting Quality Audits & surveillance Quality experience within Mechanical, Manufacturing or Electronic Engineering Proven track record in Quality, Supply Chain or Manufacturing Defence, automotive, or aerospace industry experience Familiar with GD&T and able to use a variety of metrology equipment QA problem-solving and improvement methods (8D, RCA, DMAIC, etc.) Knowledge of the product lifecycle management Analytical skills; ability to run reports in Excel, use SAP QM system, and document management tools Continuous improvement awareness Experience is NADCAP If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Supplier Quality Engineer 6 month contract Based in Bolton - hybrid Offering 45ph Inside IR35 Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) East Northamptonshire Competitive Salary + Executive Benefits Our client, a leading and highly respected engineering firm based in East Northamptonshire, is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to join its executive team. This newly created role reflects a period of sustained growth and expansion across a group of companies. This is a senior level opportunity for a commercially astute finance leader to shape financial strategy, drive performance, and support long-term growth. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and deliver financial strategy aligned to business objectives • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning across the group • Oversee financial reporting, compliance, and governance • Provide strategic financial insight to support senior decision-making • Manage accounting, audits, and internal controls • Lead and develop the finance team • Manage relationships with banks, investors, and external advisors • Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and revenue growth About You: • Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role (CFO/FD level) • Strong technical expertise in financial accounting and reporting standards • Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen • Able to communicate complex financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders • Demonstrated leadership and team management capability • High levels of integrity and professionalism Experience within engineering, manufacturing, or project-based environments is advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity to join a quality-driven, innovative engineering group at an exciting stage of its growth journey. Contact us in confidence for further information.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) East Northamptonshire Competitive Salary + Executive Benefits Our client, a leading and highly respected engineering firm based in East Northamptonshire, is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to join its executive team. This newly created role reflects a period of sustained growth and expansion across a group of companies. This is a senior level opportunity for a commercially astute finance leader to shape financial strategy, drive performance, and support long-term growth. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and deliver financial strategy aligned to business objectives • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning across the group • Oversee financial reporting, compliance, and governance • Provide strategic financial insight to support senior decision-making • Manage accounting, audits, and internal controls • Lead and develop the finance team • Manage relationships with banks, investors, and external advisors • Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and revenue growth About You: • Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role (CFO/FD level) • Strong technical expertise in financial accounting and reporting standards • Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen • Able to communicate complex financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders • Demonstrated leadership and team management capability • High levels of integrity and professionalism Experience within engineering, manufacturing, or project-based environments is advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity to join a quality-driven, innovative engineering group at an exciting stage of its growth journey. Contact us in confidence for further information.
Private Client Tax Assistant Manager / Manager London Accountancy Practice Private Client Focus We are working with a well-established London-based accountancy and tax advisory firm that specialises in advising entrepreneurial private clients and owner-managed businesses. The firm has a long-standing reputation for high-quality, partner-led advice and prides itself on building long-term relationships with private client families, often across generations. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Private Client Tax Assistant Manager / Manager to join their Private Client team. The Role This position sits within a dedicated Private Client tax team and involves managing a varied portfolio of approximately 300+ private clients. You will work closely with colleagues across business tax, audit, and accounting, and will report directly to senior management and partners. Key responsibilities include: Managing and overseeing the personal tax compliance process for private clients Taking ownership of your own client portfolio across compliance and advisory work Acting as a key point of contact for client queries Reviewing self-assessment tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and trusts Advising high-net-worth individuals, including non-UK domiciled and non-long-term resident clients Liaising regularly with HMRC and other third parties Supporting, training, and mentoring junior team members and trainees The Ideal Candidate CTA qualified or actively working towards CTA (or equivalent) Strong technical knowledge of UK personal tax Experience with trusts, inheritance tax, and probate would be advantageous Exposure to advising non-dom/non-resident clients is beneficial Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and a proactive approach Comfortable working in a client-facing, relationship-driven environment What's on Offer A broad and high-quality private client tax role with both compliance and advisory exposure Close partner interaction and genuine career development opportunities Supportive and collaborative working culture Market-rate salary and benefits package Exposure to a wide range of private client tax matters Experience with CCH software would be helpful but is not essential. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. Please note that your personal information will be treated in accordance with our .
May 05, 2026
Full time
Private Client Tax Assistant Manager / Manager London Accountancy Practice Private Client Focus We are working with a well-established London-based accountancy and tax advisory firm that specialises in advising entrepreneurial private clients and owner-managed businesses. The firm has a long-standing reputation for high-quality, partner-led advice and prides itself on building long-term relationships with private client families, often across generations. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Private Client Tax Assistant Manager / Manager to join their Private Client team. The Role This position sits within a dedicated Private Client tax team and involves managing a varied portfolio of approximately 300+ private clients. You will work closely with colleagues across business tax, audit, and accounting, and will report directly to senior management and partners. Key responsibilities include: Managing and overseeing the personal tax compliance process for private clients Taking ownership of your own client portfolio across compliance and advisory work Acting as a key point of contact for client queries Reviewing self-assessment tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and trusts Advising high-net-worth individuals, including non-UK domiciled and non-long-term resident clients Liaising regularly with HMRC and other third parties Supporting, training, and mentoring junior team members and trainees The Ideal Candidate CTA qualified or actively working towards CTA (or equivalent) Strong technical knowledge of UK personal tax Experience with trusts, inheritance tax, and probate would be advantageous Exposure to advising non-dom/non-resident clients is beneficial Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and a proactive approach Comfortable working in a client-facing, relationship-driven environment What's on Offer A broad and high-quality private client tax role with both compliance and advisory exposure Close partner interaction and genuine career development opportunities Supportive and collaborative working culture Market-rate salary and benefits package Exposure to a wide range of private client tax matters Experience with CCH software would be helpful but is not essential. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. Please note that your personal information will be treated in accordance with our .
Account Manager Total Facilities Management (TFM) Location: North of the UK (travel required) Sector: Facilities Management Salary: £45k plus car allowance Type: Full-time, Permanent The Company We are a leading Total Facilities Management (TFM) provider delivering integrated hard and soft FM solutions across the UK. With a strong reputation for operational excellence, compliance, and client partnership, we support multi-site portfolios across commercial, industrial, and public-sector environments throughout the whole of the UK. The Role We are seeking an experienced Account Manager to oversee a portfolio of key contracts across the North. This is a senior, client-facing role with operational oversight of multi-site FM delivery. We are looking for a driven Account Manager to build and develop strong client relationships within our Facilities Management portfolio, with a clear focus on account growth and long-term value. You will act as the main point of contact for key clients, identifying opportunities to expand services, improve delivery, and increase revenue while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. Working closely with operational teams, you will nurture partnerships, influence stakeholders, and proactively drive retention, upselling, and strategic growth across your accounts. Key Responsibilities Full ownership and accountability for assigned FM accounts across the Northern region Ensure 100% statutory and regulatory compliance across all hard and soft FM services Oversee delivery of planned and reactive maintenance in line with SLA/KPI targets Manage audits, compliance documentation, and certification processes Lead and develop on-site and mobile FM teams Maintain strong client relationships at senior stakeholder level Manage budgets, forecasting, and P&L performance Drive continuous improvement, risk management, and operational efficiencies Ensure adherence to H&S legislation and company policies Essential Experience & Skills Proven experience as an Account Manager within the Facilities Management sector (TFM preferred) Strong background in compliance management within FM (statutory compliance, audit processes, asset registers, PPM compliance, certification control, etc.) Thorough understanding of hard services compliance requirements Experience managing multi-site contracts across a regional portfolio Strong commercial acumen with P&L responsibility Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills NEBOSH or equivalent H&S qualification (desirable) Willingness to travel extensively across the North What We re Looking For A compliance-driven FM professional Detail-oriented, process-led, and highly organised Strong leadership capability with the ability to influence at all levels Proactive, resilient, and solutions-focused Commercially astute with a client-first mindset What We Offer Competitive salary + car allowance/company vehicle Performance-related bonus Pension scheme Professional development opportunities The opportunity to manage high-profile contracts within a growing TFM business
May 05, 2026
Full time
Account Manager Total Facilities Management (TFM) Location: North of the UK (travel required) Sector: Facilities Management Salary: £45k plus car allowance Type: Full-time, Permanent The Company We are a leading Total Facilities Management (TFM) provider delivering integrated hard and soft FM solutions across the UK. With a strong reputation for operational excellence, compliance, and client partnership, we support multi-site portfolios across commercial, industrial, and public-sector environments throughout the whole of the UK. The Role We are seeking an experienced Account Manager to oversee a portfolio of key contracts across the North. This is a senior, client-facing role with operational oversight of multi-site FM delivery. We are looking for a driven Account Manager to build and develop strong client relationships within our Facilities Management portfolio, with a clear focus on account growth and long-term value. You will act as the main point of contact for key clients, identifying opportunities to expand services, improve delivery, and increase revenue while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. Working closely with operational teams, you will nurture partnerships, influence stakeholders, and proactively drive retention, upselling, and strategic growth across your accounts. Key Responsibilities Full ownership and accountability for assigned FM accounts across the Northern region Ensure 100% statutory and regulatory compliance across all hard and soft FM services Oversee delivery of planned and reactive maintenance in line with SLA/KPI targets Manage audits, compliance documentation, and certification processes Lead and develop on-site and mobile FM teams Maintain strong client relationships at senior stakeholder level Manage budgets, forecasting, and P&L performance Drive continuous improvement, risk management, and operational efficiencies Ensure adherence to H&S legislation and company policies Essential Experience & Skills Proven experience as an Account Manager within the Facilities Management sector (TFM preferred) Strong background in compliance management within FM (statutory compliance, audit processes, asset registers, PPM compliance, certification control, etc.) Thorough understanding of hard services compliance requirements Experience managing multi-site contracts across a regional portfolio Strong commercial acumen with P&L responsibility Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills NEBOSH or equivalent H&S qualification (desirable) Willingness to travel extensively across the North What We re Looking For A compliance-driven FM professional Detail-oriented, process-led, and highly organised Strong leadership capability with the ability to influence at all levels Proactive, resilient, and solutions-focused Commercially astute with a client-first mindset What We Offer Competitive salary + car allowance/company vehicle Performance-related bonus Pension scheme Professional development opportunities The opportunity to manage high-profile contracts within a growing TFM business
Overview Rapiscan Systems, a global leader in advanced detection technologies, delivers high performance cargo, vehicle, and security inspection solutions for critical infrastructures including ports, borders, military environments, and high security facilities. Role Overview The Quality Assurance Manager supports the execution of the strategic quality plan across the Stoke operation, ensuring quality leadership, compliance, process excellence, and continuous improvement. The role provides cross functional quality support to customers, suppliers, internal teams, and partners. Responsibilities Support the execution of the strategic quality plan across the operation. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product and process quality. Manage the customer quality interface, ensuring requirements are understood and met. Lead complaint handling, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions. Provide supplier quality oversight, including data analysis and capability reviews. Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Management Systems (ISO9001, AS9100, ISO14001). Provide quality leadership in new product introduction activities and reliability assessments. Analyse quality metrics, report findings, and drive COPQ (Cost of Poor Quality) reduction. Deliver quality training programmes across the organisation. Lead process capability assessment, control plan development, audits, and improvements. Oversee the creation and auditing of inspection processes, test plans, and quality documentation. Support team development, performance reviews, coaching, and succession planning. Collaborate with Service, Install, and Commissioning teams to ensure feedback loops and lessons learned. Contribute to departmental budget planning and site wide quality improvement initiatives. Support environmental compliance and ISO14001 practices. Uphold company values with strong communication, leadership, and integrity. Qualifications Degree in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Electronics, or similar field. Proven extensive years' experience in a senior Quality Assurance role, preferably in Aerospace, Medical, or Automotive. Strong knowledge of ISO9001, AS9100C/D, ISO14001. Six Sigma Brown or Black Belt preferred. Experience with Lean methodologies and continuous improvement. Proven ability to drive cultural and operational change. Strong leadership and communication skills within a medium sized business environment.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Overview Rapiscan Systems, a global leader in advanced detection technologies, delivers high performance cargo, vehicle, and security inspection solutions for critical infrastructures including ports, borders, military environments, and high security facilities. Role Overview The Quality Assurance Manager supports the execution of the strategic quality plan across the Stoke operation, ensuring quality leadership, compliance, process excellence, and continuous improvement. The role provides cross functional quality support to customers, suppliers, internal teams, and partners. Responsibilities Support the execution of the strategic quality plan across the operation. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product and process quality. Manage the customer quality interface, ensuring requirements are understood and met. Lead complaint handling, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions. Provide supplier quality oversight, including data analysis and capability reviews. Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Management Systems (ISO9001, AS9100, ISO14001). Provide quality leadership in new product introduction activities and reliability assessments. Analyse quality metrics, report findings, and drive COPQ (Cost of Poor Quality) reduction. Deliver quality training programmes across the organisation. Lead process capability assessment, control plan development, audits, and improvements. Oversee the creation and auditing of inspection processes, test plans, and quality documentation. Support team development, performance reviews, coaching, and succession planning. Collaborate with Service, Install, and Commissioning teams to ensure feedback loops and lessons learned. Contribute to departmental budget planning and site wide quality improvement initiatives. Support environmental compliance and ISO14001 practices. Uphold company values with strong communication, leadership, and integrity. Qualifications Degree in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Electronics, or similar field. Proven extensive years' experience in a senior Quality Assurance role, preferably in Aerospace, Medical, or Automotive. Strong knowledge of ISO9001, AS9100C/D, ISO14001. Six Sigma Brown or Black Belt preferred. Experience with Lean methodologies and continuous improvement. Proven ability to drive cultural and operational change. Strong leadership and communication skills within a medium sized business environment.
Finance Manager Derbyshire Full Time, Permanent £55,000 - £60,000 About the Role We are seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to join a growing SME manufacturing business based in Derbyshire. This is a hands-on role responsible for running the day-to-day finance function while also driving improvements across financial processes, systems, and procedures. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will play a key role in supporting the business through accurate financial management, team leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities - Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function - Produce timely and accurate financial reporting for the Group FD - Lead, support, develop, and supervise a small finance team - Review and improve financial processes, systems, and internal controls - Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and statutory requirements - Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management - Provide financial insight to support business decision-making - Act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and auditors About You - Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) - Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar role - Strong experience within a manufacturing environment (essential/strong preference) - Hands-on experience using Sage (essential) - Demonstrated ability to improve processes and implement efficiencies - Strong leadership skills with experience managing or supervising a small team - Commercially aware with a proactive and problem-solving mindset - Strong communication skills and ability to work with non-finance stakeholders
May 05, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Derbyshire Full Time, Permanent £55,000 - £60,000 About the Role We are seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to join a growing SME manufacturing business based in Derbyshire. This is a hands-on role responsible for running the day-to-day finance function while also driving improvements across financial processes, systems, and procedures. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will play a key role in supporting the business through accurate financial management, team leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities - Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function - Produce timely and accurate financial reporting for the Group FD - Lead, support, develop, and supervise a small finance team - Review and improve financial processes, systems, and internal controls - Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and statutory requirements - Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management - Provide financial insight to support business decision-making - Act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and auditors About You - Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) - Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar role - Strong experience within a manufacturing environment (essential/strong preference) - Hands-on experience using Sage (essential) - Demonstrated ability to improve processes and implement efficiencies - Strong leadership skills with experience managing or supervising a small team - Commercially aware with a proactive and problem-solving mindset - Strong communication skills and ability to work with non-finance stakeholders
