RECfinancial are currently shortlisting for a well established Leicestershire based organisation as it looks to recruit an experienced Payroll Manager on a permanent full-time business. If you're currently working in payroll, particularly from an advisory point of view, this role is for you. Our client has a strong reputation within its field and looks to strengthen its team as they grow and develop as a company. You'll report into a passionate HR/ Office Manager and will take ownership of a large team, oversee end-to-end payroll operations, and play a key role in developing both our people and our processes. Commutable from Leicester, Whetstone, Blaby, Enderby, and greater Leicestershire. You may well already be in a similar role, looking for a new challenge or just a change of environment. Payroll Manager role will involve; The Payroll Manager role will be an integral part of our growing teams and departments leading from the front of the payroll function. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of client-facing work, team leadership, and hands-on payroll delivery. Being able to allocate work effectively and manage deadlines across portfolios. Provide technical guidance and hands-on support when needed across the company. Conduct regular 1:1s and performance reviews with the team. Ensure workloads are balanced and manageable across the team What are the Main Responsibilities: Be the go-to payroll expert for all clients Maintain exceptional service standards and manage client expectations Lead onboarding, including system setup, data migration, and process design Be able to deliver all software demos and provide support Build trusted, long-term client relationships and confidently resolve complex queries Own Payroll Delivery Oversee multiple payroll cycles (weekly, fortnightly, monthly) Ensure all payrolls are accurate, compliant, and delivered on time Review complex calculations (statutory payments, terminations, adjustments) Working onsite with clients, resolving their payroll issues or acting as cover Manage annual fee reviews and pricing discussions with confidence What are they looking for: Proven experience in a Payroll Manager or Senior Payroll position Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll and HMRC legislation Experience managing a team and multiple client payrolls Confident communicator with excellent client-facing skills Commercial awareness and ability to manage fees and client relationships A proactive leader who enjoys improving processes and developing people What's on offer for the Payroll Manager Competitive market rate salary Performance development Hybrid working option Open plan office space Free onsite parking 25 days holiday For further information on this fabulous opportunity, please contact us. Please note we are unable to accept applications from candidates without UK experience and the need for sponsorship. INDTB
May 05, 2026
Full time
RECfinancial are currently shortlisting for a well established Leicestershire based organisation as it looks to recruit an experienced Payroll Manager on a permanent full-time business. If you're currently working in payroll, particularly from an advisory point of view, this role is for you. Our client has a strong reputation within its field and looks to strengthen its team as they grow and develop as a company. You'll report into a passionate HR/ Office Manager and will take ownership of a large team, oversee end-to-end payroll operations, and play a key role in developing both our people and our processes. Commutable from Leicester, Whetstone, Blaby, Enderby, and greater Leicestershire. You may well already be in a similar role, looking for a new challenge or just a change of environment. Payroll Manager role will involve; The Payroll Manager role will be an integral part of our growing teams and departments leading from the front of the payroll function. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of client-facing work, team leadership, and hands-on payroll delivery. Being able to allocate work effectively and manage deadlines across portfolios. Provide technical guidance and hands-on support when needed across the company. Conduct regular 1:1s and performance reviews with the team. Ensure workloads are balanced and manageable across the team What are the Main Responsibilities: Be the go-to payroll expert for all clients Maintain exceptional service standards and manage client expectations Lead onboarding, including system setup, data migration, and process design Be able to deliver all software demos and provide support Build trusted, long-term client relationships and confidently resolve complex queries Own Payroll Delivery Oversee multiple payroll cycles (weekly, fortnightly, monthly) Ensure all payrolls are accurate, compliant, and delivered on time Review complex calculations (statutory payments, terminations, adjustments) Working onsite with clients, resolving their payroll issues or acting as cover Manage annual fee reviews and pricing discussions with confidence What are they looking for: Proven experience in a Payroll Manager or Senior Payroll position Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll and HMRC legislation Experience managing a team and multiple client payrolls Confident communicator with excellent client-facing skills Commercial awareness and ability to manage fees and client relationships A proactive leader who enjoys improving processes and developing people What's on offer for the Payroll Manager Competitive market rate salary Performance development Hybrid working option Open plan office space Free onsite parking 25 days holiday For further information on this fabulous opportunity, please contact us. Please note we are unable to accept applications from candidates without UK experience and the need for sponsorship. INDTB
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 + Competitive 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 + Competitive 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.
This is a high-impact role supporting the strengthening of financial controls across a large, complex UK and Ireland operation, working closely with senior finance stakeholders. The position offers significant exposure to governance, Provision 29 and future SOX-style control frameworks, making it ideal for someone looking to deepen their financial controls and assurance expertise. Client Details Our client is a well-established, large-scale organisation with a sophisticated finance function and a growing focus on financial governance, risk and control maturity. Operating in a decentralised environment, the business is investing heavily in strengthening its financial control framework to support regulatory compliance, audit readiness and long-term resilience. Description Supporting the design, embedding and ongoing oversight of a robust financial control framework across core end-to-end processes including Order to Cash, Procure to Pay, Record to Report, Payroll and Inventory. Developing and maintaining high-quality financial control documentation, including process maps, narratives and Risk and Control Matrices. Assessing the design and operating effectiveness of controls, identifying deficiencies and ensuring proportionate escalation and remediation. Producing financial controls dashboards and leading structured monthly review meetings with finance stakeholders. Acting as a key liaison point for internal audit, external audit and governance reviews, including Provision 29 and future SOX-style testing. Driving continuous improvement through simplification, standardisation and increased automation of controls and reporting. Profile A qualified finance, audit, risk or controls professional with strong experience in financial controls and ICFR. Practical experience working with SOX, ICFR and or UK Corporate Governance Code Provision 29 requirements. Comfortable operating in complex, decentralised environments and influencing senior stakeholders across finance and operations. Strong analytical capability, with the confidence to challenge, assess materiality and apply sound judgement. An interest in improving control maturity through better reporting, automation and use of AI technology. Job Offer Annual salary of £65,000 - £70,000 per annum Annual bonus Hybrid working model with 2 days onsite and 3 days remote Exposure to senior finance leadership and enterprise-wide governance activity Hands-on experience with Provision 29 compliance and future SOX readiness Clear opportunity to develop deep expertise in financial controls, governance and assurance within a large, complex organisation
May 05, 2026
Full time
This is a high-impact role supporting the strengthening of financial controls across a large, complex UK and Ireland operation, working closely with senior finance stakeholders. The position offers significant exposure to governance, Provision 29 and future SOX-style control frameworks, making it ideal for someone looking to deepen their financial controls and assurance expertise. Client Details Our client is a well-established, large-scale organisation with a sophisticated finance function and a growing focus on financial governance, risk and control maturity. Operating in a decentralised environment, the business is investing heavily in strengthening its financial control framework to support regulatory compliance, audit readiness and long-term resilience. Description Supporting the design, embedding and ongoing oversight of a robust financial control framework across core end-to-end processes including Order to Cash, Procure to Pay, Record to Report, Payroll and Inventory. Developing and maintaining high-quality financial control documentation, including process maps, narratives and Risk and Control Matrices. Assessing the design and operating effectiveness of controls, identifying deficiencies and ensuring proportionate escalation and remediation. Producing financial controls dashboards and leading structured monthly review meetings with finance stakeholders. Acting as a key liaison point for internal audit, external audit and governance reviews, including Provision 29 and future SOX-style testing. Driving continuous improvement through simplification, standardisation and increased automation of controls and reporting. Profile A qualified finance, audit, risk or controls professional with strong experience in financial controls and ICFR. Practical experience working with SOX, ICFR and or UK Corporate Governance Code Provision 29 requirements. Comfortable operating in complex, decentralised environments and influencing senior stakeholders across finance and operations. Strong analytical capability, with the confidence to challenge, assess materiality and apply sound judgement. An interest in improving control maturity through better reporting, automation and use of AI technology. Job Offer Annual salary of £65,000 - £70,000 per annum Annual bonus Hybrid working model with 2 days onsite and 3 days remote Exposure to senior finance leadership and enterprise-wide governance activity Hands-on experience with Provision 29 compliance and future SOX readiness Clear opportunity to develop deep expertise in financial controls, governance and assurance within a large, complex organisation
DevSecOps Consultant Sheffield (3 days per week onsite) Inside IR35 We're partnering with a leading financial services client to appoint a DevSecOps Consultant to drive secure engineering practices across large-scale, cloud-based platforms. This role is ideal for someone who has come from a hands-on DevSecOps Engineering background and has since transitioned into architecture/design and advisory, while still retaining strong technical depth. Key Responsibilities: Define and implement secure architecture patterns across engineering platforms (CI/CD, build systems, runtime environments) Conduct security assessments, threat modelling, and gap analysis across platforms and pipelines Develop and embed DevSecOps best practices, including secure pipeline design and automated controls Establish and enforce security baselines using policy-as-code Build and deliver security roadmaps, prioritising risk and regulatory requirements Partner with engineering and platform teams to remediate vulnerabilities and improve security posture Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, translating technical risks into business impact Key Requirements: Proven background in hands-on DevSecOps Engineering, now operating in a design/architecture-focused role Strong experience across both AWS and GCP (essential) Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, build tools, artifact repositories, and developer platforms Expertise in secure software delivery, vulnerability management, and platform security Experience with threat modelling, security frameworks, and maturity assessments Strong knowledge of application security, network security, and cloud security principles Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Desirable: Experience in financial services or regulated environments Knowledge of Kubernetes and container security Familiarity with supply chain security, SBOM, and secure development practices Relevant certifications (eg CISSP, CISM, CCSP) This is a key role focused on shaping and embedding secure-by-design engineering practices across a complex, enterprise environment, with strong influence across both technology and security functions. More details available on successful application.
May 05, 2026
Contractor
DevSecOps Consultant Sheffield (3 days per week onsite) Inside IR35 We're partnering with a leading financial services client to appoint a DevSecOps Consultant to drive secure engineering practices across large-scale, cloud-based platforms. This role is ideal for someone who has come from a hands-on DevSecOps Engineering background and has since transitioned into architecture/design and advisory, while still retaining strong technical depth. Key Responsibilities: Define and implement secure architecture patterns across engineering platforms (CI/CD, build systems, runtime environments) Conduct security assessments, threat modelling, and gap analysis across platforms and pipelines Develop and embed DevSecOps best practices, including secure pipeline design and automated controls Establish and enforce security baselines using policy-as-code Build and deliver security roadmaps, prioritising risk and regulatory requirements Partner with engineering and platform teams to remediate vulnerabilities and improve security posture Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, translating technical risks into business impact Key Requirements: Proven background in hands-on DevSecOps Engineering, now operating in a design/architecture-focused role Strong experience across both AWS and GCP (essential) Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, build tools, artifact repositories, and developer platforms Expertise in secure software delivery, vulnerability management, and platform security Experience with threat modelling, security frameworks, and maturity assessments Strong knowledge of application security, network security, and cloud security principles Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Desirable: Experience in financial services or regulated environments Knowledge of Kubernetes and container security Familiarity with supply chain security, SBOM, and secure development practices Relevant certifications (eg CISSP, CISM, CCSP) This is a key role focused on shaping and embedding secure-by-design engineering practices across a complex, enterprise environment, with strong influence across both technology and security functions. More details available on successful application.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working with every department at BDO, our Finance team helps us meet relevant legal requirements that ensure our firm operates effectively in a tightly-regulated field. They implement strategies that help us innovate - like combining new technology with traditional financial processes to make us even more digital. As part of this friendly team, you'll enjoy flexible hours and have opportunities to take responsibility for the delivery of quality work. With your colleagues behind you, you'll embrace change, new ideas and have an impact on the future of our firm. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. In this role you will assist and support the Commercial Finance Director and North/Scotland Heads of Audit (LHoA) in managing the financial performance of the North and Scotland offices on strategic issues and on a day-to-day basis as well as providing relevant support, advice and guidance to the overall team within the business unit on financial matters. (Role is based in Manchester office but monthly travel to other offices expected - Leeds & Edinburgh) You'll be someone with: A commercial mind Analytical skills ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified The ability to handle/process confidential information in sensitive manner. Project Management, team leadership and delegation skills with a collaborative, participative approach and the ability to engage, inspire and influence people at all levels in the organisation. Strong leadership and influencing skills to enable proactive relationships with business leaders. Capable of contributing to the strategic agenda with strong operational skills Partnership experience desirable At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working with every department at BDO, our Finance team helps us meet relevant legal requirements that ensure our firm operates effectively in a tightly-regulated field. They implement strategies that help us innovate - like combining new technology with traditional financial processes to make us even more digital. As part of this friendly team, you'll enjoy flexible hours and have opportunities to take responsibility for the delivery of quality work. With your colleagues behind you, you'll embrace change, new ideas and have an impact on the future of our firm. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. In this role you will assist and support the Commercial Finance Director and North/Scotland Heads of Audit (LHoA) in managing the financial performance of the North and Scotland offices on strategic issues and on a day-to-day basis as well as providing relevant support, advice and guidance to the overall team within the business unit on financial matters. (Role is based in Manchester office but monthly travel to other offices expected - Leeds & Edinburgh) You'll be someone with: A commercial mind Analytical skills ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified The ability to handle/process confidential information in sensitive manner. Project Management, team leadership and delegation skills with a collaborative, participative approach and the ability to engage, inspire and influence people at all levels in the organisation. Strong leadership and influencing skills to enable proactive relationships with business leaders. Capable of contributing to the strategic agenda with strong operational skills Partnership experience desirable At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
The Role: Senior Finance Manager The Client: Real Estate Investment & Developer The Location: London City Centre (5 days in office) The Role: Responsible for reviewing and signing off management accounts across all group entities, working with the finance team and our external bookkeeping provider to ensure accuracy and timeliness. Maintaining financial discipline across all group SPV entities and overseeing entity-level bookkeeping with support from the wider finance team. Coordinating the statutory accounts process across all entities, working with external advisors and ensuring completion in line with regulatory deadlines. Managing the day-to-day audit process coordinating audit files across all entities, keeping senior leadership informed of risks and findings as they emerge, and ensuring post-audit recommendations are implemented and reflected in ongoing controls improvements. Working with the FP&A team to coordinate with fund monitors and advisors appointed by lenders as part of the drawdown process, maintaining accurate and up-to-date accounting records across all facilities. Coordinating money movement across the group structure, including structuring and documentation of inter-company movements. Coordinating completion accounting on transactions, post-deal entity accounting, intercompany positions, and new SPV setup, working closely with the wider finance team. Proactively identifying opportunities to improve and streamline finance processes and systems working with the wider finance team on improvement initiatives, including opportunities to improve efficiency through the integration of AI. The Requirements: Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 5 years PQE Experience working in Industry, particularly Real Estate Investments or Real Estate Development Strong exposure to working for a Real Estate Developer Experience Managing a small finance team A track record of leading a multi-entity or group accounting function. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.
May 05, 2026
Full time
The Role: Senior Finance Manager The Client: Real Estate Investment & Developer The Location: London City Centre (5 days in office) The Role: Responsible for reviewing and signing off management accounts across all group entities, working with the finance team and our external bookkeeping provider to ensure accuracy and timeliness. Maintaining financial discipline across all group SPV entities and overseeing entity-level bookkeeping with support from the wider finance team. Coordinating the statutory accounts process across all entities, working with external advisors and ensuring completion in line with regulatory deadlines. Managing the day-to-day audit process coordinating audit files across all entities, keeping senior leadership informed of risks and findings as they emerge, and ensuring post-audit recommendations are implemented and reflected in ongoing controls improvements. Working with the FP&A team to coordinate with fund monitors and advisors appointed by lenders as part of the drawdown process, maintaining accurate and up-to-date accounting records across all facilities. Coordinating money movement across the group structure, including structuring and documentation of inter-company movements. Coordinating completion accounting on transactions, post-deal entity accounting, intercompany positions, and new SPV setup, working closely with the wider finance team. Proactively identifying opportunities to improve and streamline finance processes and systems working with the wider finance team on improvement initiatives, including opportunities to improve efficiency through the integration of AI. The Requirements: Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 5 years PQE Experience working in Industry, particularly Real Estate Investments or Real Estate Development Strong exposure to working for a Real Estate Developer Experience Managing a small finance team A track record of leading a multi-entity or group accounting function. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.
CMSPI Insights Advisory Council
Manchester, Lancashire
Job role: Analyst (Associate Consultant) Location: Manchester, England, U.K. - hybrid working model Reporting to: Consulting Team - Performance Manager The world of payments is going through the most thrilling transformation imaginable. Volumes are growing, payment options are expanding, and complexity is intensifying. Retailers are at the epicentre of these changes, and it is CMSPI's mission to revolutionise payments for merchants and retailers worldwide. We are a hyper-growth company and the go-to payments advisor for Global 500 merchants, driving big cost savings, huge sales growth, and enhanced strategies. CMSPI is at the forefront of transforming the payments industry, and as a Analyst (Associate Consultant), you'll be at the heart of this exciting journey. We are seeking a data driven Analyst (Associate Consultant) to play a pivotal role in our journey to become the world's no 1 payments supply chain consultancy. Role Overview CMSPI's Analysts (Associate Consultants) play an integral role within our payments consulting team, where they combine payments knowledge with in depth and meaningful analytics, to discover exciting opportunities that drive optimisation across our clients' payment arrangements. You'll work alongside senior associates, engagement managers, consulting leadership, and the wider CMSPI team to understand the business goals of our clients, with a focus on helping them to better navigate the complexities of their evolving payment ecosystems. The team's goal is to provide powerful data insights to drive tangible improvements to client's payment strategy and third party supplier arrangements. While following CMSPI's refined internal processes and standards, this role provides our Associate Consultants with the opportunity to closely support CMSPI's delivery teams to identify, investigate, and present optimisation initiatives directly to some of the most exciting brands in the world. The day to day deliverables also offer the ability to quickly grow your career and develop your own commercial, technical and leadership skills in the process - all as part of an intelligent and vibrant global team. The key focus areas include: Perform in depth analysis on complex client payment data, internal and external payment processes, using benchmarking data, industry research and payments knowledge. Analysis should be completed efficiently and accurately, with minimal corrections. Produce accurate reports to communicate back to clients through various methods including Excel, Power BI, written reports and presentations. Use CMSPI methodologies and entrepreneurial initiative to suggest opportunities and improvements to client arrangements and support these with detailed analysis. Accompany the project team to client meetings to provide technical and analytical support. Collaborate with Engagement Managers on the production of negotiation and tender documentation to be sent to suppliers of clients, with responsibility for written documentation, appendices and pricing tables. Review commercial contracts and SLAs for CMSPI and clients. Complete all required training on projects and internal processes. With support of the Performance Manager and Director, People Performance, proactively work on an individual development plan. Gain a thorough understanding of each market CMSPI operates in and our core product offerings. Continue to share knowledge from projects with the wider business. Work closely with Senior Associates and Engagement Managers in the management and coordination of projects to ensure deadlines are met, looking at driving process improvements internally to promote efficient data analysis and ultimately drive further value in client projects. You are a great match if Ambitious individual excited by a challenge and curious to learn a new industry and new skills. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Sciences, Mathematics, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. 1+ years of professional experience in consulting or analysis, including experience in presenting complex analytical findings. Strong ability to apply logic, creativity and solid problem solving techniques across a variety of topics. Interest in innovation and developments around CMSPI's key differentiators - consulting, market intelligence and sophisticated data analytics. Excellent written and verbal skills, demonstrating an authentic and professional communication approach. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of tasks to meet deadlines. Demonstrates proactive behaviour in clarifying expectations, asking questions and understanding deliverables for the best outcomes. Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, resilience and flexibility to work in a fast growing business and industry. Comfortable presenting opportunities to internal and external stakeholders, with keen relationship management skills. Willingness to travel to client and company meetings as required. Competence in and experience utilising MS Office. Experience in SQL and Power BI is highly desirable but not required. What we offer Comprehensive payments industry training by in house and industry experts. Excellent performance based earning opportunity, including OKR driven bonuses. Future opportunity for equity, rewarded to high performers. Personal and professional learning opportunities and growth experiences aligned with your career aspirations. Quarterly values award for all employees - with a financial prize. Regular company wide socials and team building events. Monthly reimbursement of commuting costs. 22 vacation days + UK public holidays and discretionary office closure during Christmas. Competitive pension plan, Vitality healthcare cover (after 6 months) and cycle to work scheme.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Job role: Analyst (Associate Consultant) Location: Manchester, England, U.K. - hybrid working model Reporting to: Consulting Team - Performance Manager The world of payments is going through the most thrilling transformation imaginable. Volumes are growing, payment options are expanding, and complexity is intensifying. Retailers are at the epicentre of these changes, and it is CMSPI's mission to revolutionise payments for merchants and retailers worldwide. We are a hyper-growth company and the go-to payments advisor for Global 500 merchants, driving big cost savings, huge sales growth, and enhanced strategies. CMSPI is at the forefront of transforming the payments industry, and as a Analyst (Associate Consultant), you'll be at the heart of this exciting journey. We are seeking a data driven Analyst (Associate Consultant) to play a pivotal role in our journey to become the world's no 1 payments supply chain consultancy. Role Overview CMSPI's Analysts (Associate Consultants) play an integral role within our payments consulting team, where they combine payments knowledge with in depth and meaningful analytics, to discover exciting opportunities that drive optimisation across our clients' payment arrangements. You'll work alongside senior associates, engagement managers, consulting leadership, and the wider CMSPI team to understand the business goals of our clients, with a focus on helping them to better navigate the complexities of their evolving payment ecosystems. The team's goal is to provide powerful data insights to drive tangible improvements to client's payment strategy and third party supplier arrangements. While following CMSPI's refined internal processes and standards, this role provides our Associate Consultants with the opportunity to closely support CMSPI's delivery teams to identify, investigate, and present optimisation initiatives directly to some of the most exciting brands in the world. The day to day deliverables also offer the ability to quickly grow your career and develop your own commercial, technical and leadership skills in the process - all as part of an intelligent and vibrant global team. The key focus areas include: Perform in depth analysis on complex client payment data, internal and external payment processes, using benchmarking data, industry research and payments knowledge. Analysis should be completed efficiently and accurately, with minimal corrections. Produce accurate reports to communicate back to clients through various methods including Excel, Power BI, written reports and presentations. Use CMSPI methodologies and entrepreneurial initiative to suggest opportunities and improvements to client arrangements and support these with detailed analysis. Accompany the project team to client meetings to provide technical and analytical support. Collaborate with Engagement Managers on the production of negotiation and tender documentation to be sent to suppliers of clients, with responsibility for written documentation, appendices and pricing tables. Review commercial contracts and SLAs for CMSPI and clients. Complete all required training on projects and internal processes. With support of the Performance Manager and Director, People Performance, proactively work on an individual development plan. Gain a thorough understanding of each market CMSPI operates in and our core product offerings. Continue to share knowledge from projects with the wider business. Work closely with Senior Associates and Engagement Managers in the management and coordination of projects to ensure deadlines are met, looking at driving process improvements internally to promote efficient data analysis and ultimately drive further value in client projects. You are a great match if Ambitious individual excited by a challenge and curious to learn a new industry and new skills. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Sciences, Mathematics, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. 1+ years of professional experience in consulting or analysis, including experience in presenting complex analytical findings. Strong ability to apply logic, creativity and solid problem solving techniques across a variety of topics. Interest in innovation and developments around CMSPI's key differentiators - consulting, market intelligence and sophisticated data analytics. Excellent written and verbal skills, demonstrating an authentic and professional communication approach. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of tasks to meet deadlines. Demonstrates proactive behaviour in clarifying expectations, asking questions and understanding deliverables for the best outcomes. Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, resilience and flexibility to work in a fast growing business and industry. Comfortable presenting opportunities to internal and external stakeholders, with keen relationship management skills. Willingness to travel to client and company meetings as required. Competence in and experience utilising MS Office. Experience in SQL and Power BI is highly desirable but not required. What we offer Comprehensive payments industry training by in house and industry experts. Excellent performance based earning opportunity, including OKR driven bonuses. Future opportunity for equity, rewarded to high performers. Personal and professional learning opportunities and growth experiences aligned with your career aspirations. Quarterly values award for all employees - with a financial prize. Regular company wide socials and team building events. Monthly reimbursement of commuting costs. 22 vacation days + UK public holidays and discretionary office closure during Christmas. Competitive pension plan, Vitality healthcare cover (after 6 months) and cycle to work scheme.
Location Docklands Campus Salary £53,040 to £60,752 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Post Type Full Time Post Type Permanent Closing Date Friday 29 May 2026 Interview Date To be confirmed Reference 0938-26-S University of East London We're the University of East London (UEL) founded in 1898 and proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We're committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future. But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We're an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo. About Us The Finance Department at the University of East London plays a key role in managing the University's financial resources to ensure stability, efficiency, and strategic investment in its future, aligned with Vision 2028. We provide a comprehensive range of financial services, including budgeting, financial and tax planning, compliance, and advisory support, ensuring the University operates smoothly. Our responsibilities also include the preparation of annual financial statements, statutory reporting, and regulatory submissions. We work proactively with Schools, Services, staff, and students to offer financial guidance, maintain compliance, and drive value for money across all operations. About the Job The Tax and Treasury Manager will be responsible for the University's tax compliance, treasury management, and advisory functions. The post holder will ensure adherence to UK and international Tax legislation and work closely with external Tax Advisors. You will be the key point of contact for providing comprehensive VAT, corporation tax and other tax advice and guidance within the Finance Directorate and the wider University community. You will also be responsible for developing the University's tax manual, training resources and maintain tax related content on the University's Finance page on the intranet. Additionally, the post holder will develop and implement tax-efficient practices across the University and its subsidiaries. Moreover, the post holder will be responsible for forecasting and monitoring the university's cashflow, including the day-to-day management of the University's bank accounts and cash management. You will also be responsible for reporting on the cash balances to the Finance Directorate and ensuring that the university's foreign exchange risk is minimal. Reporting to the Head of Financial Accounts & Compliance as part of a wider Financial Accounts & Management team and will be a key member of the Financial Accounts team and have one direct report. The Financial Accounts team is responsible for financial reporting, capital reporting, internal controls, taxes (including VAT and corporation tax), treasury, income, studentships, accounts receivable and payables. About You You will be able to interpret local and international tax legislation, assess their impact, share your findings with senior management and ensure timely implementation of statutory changes. You will also be an experienced CCAB qualified accountant or CTA tax professional and a highly motivated individual with tax knowledge of working in a large complex organisation who is able to perform effectively under significant pressure, continuously working within tight deadlines and is expected to act independently without requiring detailed. Additionally, you will have excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills with the ability to develop good working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders. Benefits Package At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It's about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits. You can explore our full benefits package here: Equal Opportunities As an inclusive, equal-opportunities employer, our Stonewall membership and Athena Swan awards reflect our ongoing dedication to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we're committed to closing the "diversity pay gap". We are proud of the progress we've made and honest that there's more to do. We're determined to keep moving forward so everyone at UEL can thrive. So, if you'd like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and commit to success, we want you to apply today! Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Further Details Job Description & Person Specification To contact the recruitment team please phone x 4600 or e-mail CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted. At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive
May 05, 2026
Full time
Location Docklands Campus Salary £53,040 to £60,752 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Post Type Full Time Post Type Permanent Closing Date Friday 29 May 2026 Interview Date To be confirmed Reference 0938-26-S University of East London We're the University of East London (UEL) founded in 1898 and proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We're committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future. But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We're an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo. About Us The Finance Department at the University of East London plays a key role in managing the University's financial resources to ensure stability, efficiency, and strategic investment in its future, aligned with Vision 2028. We provide a comprehensive range of financial services, including budgeting, financial and tax planning, compliance, and advisory support, ensuring the University operates smoothly. Our responsibilities also include the preparation of annual financial statements, statutory reporting, and regulatory submissions. We work proactively with Schools, Services, staff, and students to offer financial guidance, maintain compliance, and drive value for money across all operations. About the Job The Tax and Treasury Manager will be responsible for the University's tax compliance, treasury management, and advisory functions. The post holder will ensure adherence to UK and international Tax legislation and work closely with external Tax Advisors. You will be the key point of contact for providing comprehensive VAT, corporation tax and other tax advice and guidance within the Finance Directorate and the wider University community. You will also be responsible for developing the University's tax manual, training resources and maintain tax related content on the University's Finance page on the intranet. Additionally, the post holder will develop and implement tax-efficient practices across the University and its subsidiaries. Moreover, the post holder will be responsible for forecasting and monitoring the university's cashflow, including the day-to-day management of the University's bank accounts and cash management. You will also be responsible for reporting on the cash balances to the Finance Directorate and ensuring that the university's foreign exchange risk is minimal. Reporting to the Head of Financial Accounts & Compliance as part of a wider Financial Accounts & Management team and will be a key member of the Financial Accounts team and have one direct report. The Financial Accounts team is responsible for financial reporting, capital reporting, internal controls, taxes (including VAT and corporation tax), treasury, income, studentships, accounts receivable and payables. About You You will be able to interpret local and international tax legislation, assess their impact, share your findings with senior management and ensure timely implementation of statutory changes. You will also be an experienced CCAB qualified accountant or CTA tax professional and a highly motivated individual with tax knowledge of working in a large complex organisation who is able to perform effectively under significant pressure, continuously working within tight deadlines and is expected to act independently without requiring detailed. Additionally, you will have excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills with the ability to develop good working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders. Benefits Package At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It's about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits. You can explore our full benefits package here: Equal Opportunities As an inclusive, equal-opportunities employer, our Stonewall membership and Athena Swan awards reflect our ongoing dedication to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we're committed to closing the "diversity pay gap". We are proud of the progress we've made and honest that there's more to do. We're determined to keep moving forward so everyone at UEL can thrive. So, if you'd like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and commit to success, we want you to apply today! Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Further Details Job Description & Person Specification To contact the recruitment team please phone x 4600 or e-mail CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted. At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive
Purpose of Position As Information Security GRC Specialist (f/m/d) you will own and drive Awin's global Information Security Risk Management capability end-to-end, ensuring the business not only understands its risks but takes measurable action to reduce them. You will be accountable for embedding a strong culture of risk ownership across the organisation, proactively identifying gaps, and driving remediation through to completion. This role requires structured risk identification, assessment, and reporting whilst acting as a advisor to senior leadership and the board. It ensures that risk appetite is clearly defined, actively used in decision-making, and consistently monitored. Your location: Ideally in Berlin, Munich, Madrid, Warsaw, London, Milan, Ia?i, Stockholm, or Paris (or in Germany, Spain, Poland, UK, Italy, Romania, Sweden, or France) Key Tasks Lead enterprise-wide risk identification and assessment across strategic initiatives, technology, and third parties. Ensure risks are prioritised and clearly articulated in business terms (financial, regulatory, reputational) to enable effective decision-making. Drive risk remediation to closure, holding risk owners accountable for delivery and escalating where progress stalls. Ensure risk management is embedded in cross-functional initiatives and considered as part of key business decisions. Own and maintain the Information Security Risk Register, ensuring it reflects true risk exposure, progress, and outcomes, not just status updates. Facilitate risk reviews that are focused on decisions, accountability, and measurable progress. Define, embed, and maintain the organisation's risk appetite, ensuring it is actively used in both business and technology decision-making. Establish and track KPIs that measure real improvements in risk posture, not just activity. Provide clear, opinionated, and actionable risk insights to senior management and the board. Act as the bridge between technical and business teams, ensuring risks are clearly understood and acted upon. Confidently challenge and influence stakeholders to ensure risks are neither understated nor inappropriately accepted. Own and continuously improve Awin's global information security risk management framework, aligned to ISO 27001 and regulatory requirements. Monitor control effectiveness, proactively identify weaknesses, and drive improvements. Embed risk management into business processes so that risks are considered early and proactively, rather than retrospectively. As the most senior member of the team, mentor and develop GRC team members, building capability in risk management and assurance. Lead horizon scanning across emerging threats, regulatory changes, and industry developments, translating these into practical risk implications and actions for the business. Skills & Expertise Proven track record of owning and delivering risk management initiatives end-to-end Experience driving risk remediation across teams without direct authority Strong experience presenting and defending risk positions to senior leadership and boards Hands-on experience within an ISO 27001-certified ISMS environment Strong knowledge of frameworks such as ISO 27001 Experience designing, implementing, or improving control frameworks Experience with GRC platforms (e.g. Hyperproof) Confident communicator (with very good English skills) - able to build relationships and challenge/influence senior stakeholders Our Offer Flexi-Week and Work-Life Balance : We prioritise your mental health and well-being, offering you a flexible four-day Flexi-Week at full pay and with no reduction to your annual holiday allowance. We also offer a variety of different paid special leaves as well as volunteer days. Remote Working Allowance: You will receive a monthly allowance to cover part of your running costs. In addition, we will support you in setting up your remote workspace appropriately. Flexi-Office: We offer an international culture and flexibility through our Flexi-Office and hybrid/remote work possibilities to work across Awin regions Development : We've built our extensive training suite Awin Academy to cover a wide range of skills that nurture you professionally and personally, with trainings conveniently packaged together to support your overall development. Appreciation : Thank and reward colleagues by sending them a voucher through our peer-to-peer program Established in 2000, Awin is proud of our dynamic, social and inclusive culture. Like all businesses, we've had to adapt and nurture our culture in a virtual environment. Our virtual hub brings our colleagues from across the globe together for various social activities. Diversity & Inclusion are paramount to us, and we proudly pursue and hire diverse team members. We champion uniqueness and authenticity; this is who we are at our core. Our network of affiliate partnerships are diverse and transparent, as are the employees powering our vision to build the world's leading open partner ecosystem. We welcome all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need support at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know. Awin is part of the Axel Springer group.Learn more at , and explore the Axel Springer Essentials here: Apply now to begin the next stage of your career at a progressive company that supports both your professional and personal development.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Purpose of Position As Information Security GRC Specialist (f/m/d) you will own and drive Awin's global Information Security Risk Management capability end-to-end, ensuring the business not only understands its risks but takes measurable action to reduce them. You will be accountable for embedding a strong culture of risk ownership across the organisation, proactively identifying gaps, and driving remediation through to completion. This role requires structured risk identification, assessment, and reporting whilst acting as a advisor to senior leadership and the board. It ensures that risk appetite is clearly defined, actively used in decision-making, and consistently monitored. Your location: Ideally in Berlin, Munich, Madrid, Warsaw, London, Milan, Ia?i, Stockholm, or Paris (or in Germany, Spain, Poland, UK, Italy, Romania, Sweden, or France) Key Tasks Lead enterprise-wide risk identification and assessment across strategic initiatives, technology, and third parties. Ensure risks are prioritised and clearly articulated in business terms (financial, regulatory, reputational) to enable effective decision-making. Drive risk remediation to closure, holding risk owners accountable for delivery and escalating where progress stalls. Ensure risk management is embedded in cross-functional initiatives and considered as part of key business decisions. Own and maintain the Information Security Risk Register, ensuring it reflects true risk exposure, progress, and outcomes, not just status updates. Facilitate risk reviews that are focused on decisions, accountability, and measurable progress. Define, embed, and maintain the organisation's risk appetite, ensuring it is actively used in both business and technology decision-making. Establish and track KPIs that measure real improvements in risk posture, not just activity. Provide clear, opinionated, and actionable risk insights to senior management and the board. Act as the bridge between technical and business teams, ensuring risks are clearly understood and acted upon. Confidently challenge and influence stakeholders to ensure risks are neither understated nor inappropriately accepted. Own and continuously improve Awin's global information security risk management framework, aligned to ISO 27001 and regulatory requirements. Monitor control effectiveness, proactively identify weaknesses, and drive improvements. Embed risk management into business processes so that risks are considered early and proactively, rather than retrospectively. As the most senior member of the team, mentor and develop GRC team members, building capability in risk management and assurance. Lead horizon scanning across emerging threats, regulatory changes, and industry developments, translating these into practical risk implications and actions for the business. Skills & Expertise Proven track record of owning and delivering risk management initiatives end-to-end Experience driving risk remediation across teams without direct authority Strong experience presenting and defending risk positions to senior leadership and boards Hands-on experience within an ISO 27001-certified ISMS environment Strong knowledge of frameworks such as ISO 27001 Experience designing, implementing, or improving control frameworks Experience with GRC platforms (e.g. Hyperproof) Confident communicator (with very good English skills) - able to build relationships and challenge/influence senior stakeholders Our Offer Flexi-Week and Work-Life Balance : We prioritise your mental health and well-being, offering you a flexible four-day Flexi-Week at full pay and with no reduction to your annual holiday allowance. We also offer a variety of different paid special leaves as well as volunteer days. Remote Working Allowance: You will receive a monthly allowance to cover part of your running costs. In addition, we will support you in setting up your remote workspace appropriately. Flexi-Office: We offer an international culture and flexibility through our Flexi-Office and hybrid/remote work possibilities to work across Awin regions Development : We've built our extensive training suite Awin Academy to cover a wide range of skills that nurture you professionally and personally, with trainings conveniently packaged together to support your overall development. Appreciation : Thank and reward colleagues by sending them a voucher through our peer-to-peer program Established in 2000, Awin is proud of our dynamic, social and inclusive culture. Like all businesses, we've had to adapt and nurture our culture in a virtual environment. Our virtual hub brings our colleagues from across the globe together for various social activities. Diversity & Inclusion are paramount to us, and we proudly pursue and hire diverse team members. We champion uniqueness and authenticity; this is who we are at our core. Our network of affiliate partnerships are diverse and transparent, as are the employees powering our vision to build the world's leading open partner ecosystem. We welcome all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need support at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know. Awin is part of the Axel Springer group.Learn more at , and explore the Axel Springer Essentials here: Apply now to begin the next stage of your career at a progressive company that supports both your professional and personal development.
Due to the growth of the Company, we're seeking a detail oriented, independently minded, Senior Compliance & Legal Manager to help move our Compliance & Group Legal function up to the next level to work to improve efficiencies to meet the requirements of the Group supporting compliance and legal stakeholders to manage a broad spectrum ofRegulatory, Compliance and Risk issues arising from NextEnergy's investments and operational activities globally including group companies and all jurisdictions. The role encompasses detailed management, oversight and advisory of the Firm's compliance and group legal requirements. The role also encompasses a global outlook with regulatory requirements being understood and met in other jurisdictions. Key Responsibilities Deputize for CCLO where necessary with management responsibilities over time to provide support on all compliance and legal projects including data protection, cyber security and oversight of regulatory obligations in all areas of business. Enforcement of Second Line of Defence including oversight of ESG Reporting particularly the CSRD and CSDDD and equivalent UK Reporting obligations. Responsibility for Risk Management Framework with responsibility for enhancing the record keeping and reporting activities of internal committees ensuring record keeping, accurate minutes, action items followed up and collaboration with the business. Provide advice and guidance on financial crime, particularly Anti Money Laundering and terrorist financing, to the business and other control functions; support the Investment Teams on Investment KYC/AML, provide support with any audit requests. Compliance Testing and monitoring control framework and delivery of monitoring objectives within the Compliance team and business including testing of the US Compliance Programme by performing a number of tests as assigned by the CCLO, ensuring all findings/recommendations are documented and addressed. Supporting the provision of enhanced Management Information including compliance monitoring results, corporate governance matters, preparation of Board Materials, and horizon scanning. Skills & Competencies Intellectual Curiosity - we are looking for someone who is truly interested in our profession and has the intellectual curiosity to bring fresh ideas to the team. Independence - working independently is a critical component of the role. Time management & prioritization skills - the ability to effectively manage yourself and your workload is critical. Excellent presentational and communication skills (in English and/or other European languages including Italian) - you must be able to organize your thoughts in a way that others find clear and compelling. Flexibility - being an effective team player means being flexible in your approach and open to getting involved with new things, even if they are not spelled out in your job description. IT Literacy - you need to be comfortable with IT systems and working with data (you should have at least intermediate level Excel and excellent PowerPoint skills). Delivery focus - it may sound obvious, but the ability to proactively churn through work at pace and deliver quality outputs really matters. Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills Passion for the group mission 'to generate a more sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy'. Alignment with the group values - be a leader, build trust, be responsible, be innovative and 'bring your alpha'. Experience & Qualifications At least 5 8 years of relevant compliance/legal experience in regulatory or legal within the financial services sector. Preference is for candidates in the fund management sector with legal qualifications. Strong knowledge of the investment management industry and/or financial products and financial market processes. Good knowledge of the FCA Handbook and FINRA rules. Good knowledge of European financial markets regulation, e.g. AIFMD / MiFID / MAR. The right to work in the UK. What We Offer A busy role in a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to learn. International scope - we operate in over 8 countries. 30 days' holiday per year pro rated (3 of which are taken during the festive shutdown in December). BUPA Healthcare for you and qualifying dependents. Cycle to work and electric vehicle leasing schemes. Annual discretionary bonus. Diversity and Inclusion We are committed to equal employment and advancement opportunity irrespective of race, color, ancestry, social background, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability and gender identity.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Due to the growth of the Company, we're seeking a detail oriented, independently minded, Senior Compliance & Legal Manager to help move our Compliance & Group Legal function up to the next level to work to improve efficiencies to meet the requirements of the Group supporting compliance and legal stakeholders to manage a broad spectrum ofRegulatory, Compliance and Risk issues arising from NextEnergy's investments and operational activities globally including group companies and all jurisdictions. The role encompasses detailed management, oversight and advisory of the Firm's compliance and group legal requirements. The role also encompasses a global outlook with regulatory requirements being understood and met in other jurisdictions. Key Responsibilities Deputize for CCLO where necessary with management responsibilities over time to provide support on all compliance and legal projects including data protection, cyber security and oversight of regulatory obligations in all areas of business. Enforcement of Second Line of Defence including oversight of ESG Reporting particularly the CSRD and CSDDD and equivalent UK Reporting obligations. Responsibility for Risk Management Framework with responsibility for enhancing the record keeping and reporting activities of internal committees ensuring record keeping, accurate minutes, action items followed up and collaboration with the business. Provide advice and guidance on financial crime, particularly Anti Money Laundering and terrorist financing, to the business and other control functions; support the Investment Teams on Investment KYC/AML, provide support with any audit requests. Compliance Testing and monitoring control framework and delivery of monitoring objectives within the Compliance team and business including testing of the US Compliance Programme by performing a number of tests as assigned by the CCLO, ensuring all findings/recommendations are documented and addressed. Supporting the provision of enhanced Management Information including compliance monitoring results, corporate governance matters, preparation of Board Materials, and horizon scanning. Skills & Competencies Intellectual Curiosity - we are looking for someone who is truly interested in our profession and has the intellectual curiosity to bring fresh ideas to the team. Independence - working independently is a critical component of the role. Time management & prioritization skills - the ability to effectively manage yourself and your workload is critical. Excellent presentational and communication skills (in English and/or other European languages including Italian) - you must be able to organize your thoughts in a way that others find clear and compelling. Flexibility - being an effective team player means being flexible in your approach and open to getting involved with new things, even if they are not spelled out in your job description. IT Literacy - you need to be comfortable with IT systems and working with data (you should have at least intermediate level Excel and excellent PowerPoint skills). Delivery focus - it may sound obvious, but the ability to proactively churn through work at pace and deliver quality outputs really matters. Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills Passion for the group mission 'to generate a more sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy'. Alignment with the group values - be a leader, build trust, be responsible, be innovative and 'bring your alpha'. Experience & Qualifications At least 5 8 years of relevant compliance/legal experience in regulatory or legal within the financial services sector. Preference is for candidates in the fund management sector with legal qualifications. Strong knowledge of the investment management industry and/or financial products and financial market processes. Good knowledge of the FCA Handbook and FINRA rules. Good knowledge of European financial markets regulation, e.g. AIFMD / MiFID / MAR. The right to work in the UK. What We Offer A busy role in a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to learn. International scope - we operate in over 8 countries. 30 days' holiday per year pro rated (3 of which are taken during the festive shutdown in December). BUPA Healthcare for you and qualifying dependents. Cycle to work and electric vehicle leasing schemes. Annual discretionary bonus. Diversity and Inclusion We are committed to equal employment and advancement opportunity irrespective of race, color, ancestry, social background, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability and gender identity.
Locations 30 Crown Place, London, EC2A 4ES, GB 55 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2FG, GB Job Schedule Full time Job Description Pinsent Masons Pensions Solutions (PMPS) Pensions Consultant -Birmingham or London Overview We're looking for a proactive and organised Pensions Consultant to join our friendly and growing PMPS team. You'll play a key role in managing largescale pension schemes and pensions projects, working closely with our trustee directors, senior consultants and partners, plus the wider Pensions Group. If you enjoy building relationships, driving matters and projects and taking ownership of your work in a supportive environment, this could be the perfect next step for you. Who we are PMPS provides practical, commercially focused consultancy and governance services for large, complex pension arrangements. Its multidisciplinary team combines legal, consultancy and administrative expertise to support DB, DC and master trust schemes. These reach across sectors including financial services, energy, manufacturing and retail, typically ranging from £500M to £5BN in assets. Clients include high street banks, large energy companies, manufacturing companies and high street retailers. PMPS works closely with senior stakeholders such as trustee Chairs, HR and Finance Directors and business leaders. It also incorporates Trustee Solutions Limited, a professional independent trustee responsible for large commercial group life master trusts covering over 750,000 employees. Led by Partner Christina Bowyer, PMPS operates within one of the UK's leading pensions legal practices, recognised for its collaborative culture and market leading expertise, and supporting trustees, corporates and pension providers. What you'll be doing This is a varied role where you'll support the smooth running of pension schemes and help deliver a high quality service to clients. Key responsibilities include: Scheme Management Working with trustee Chairs to draft agendas and prepare meeting papers Co ordinating with trustee advisers to ensure appropriate adviser support Attending trustee board and committee meetings (both in person and virtual) Presenting reports at trustee board and committee meetings Preparing and agreeing formal minutes Driving meeting actions ensuring deadlines are met Organising trustee training Supporting senior consultants and partners with the day to day scheme management, including: Handling member complaints and supporting IDRP processes Managing trustee discretion cases and trustee elections Supporting regular projects (valuations, accounts, scheme returns) Maintaining risk registers, policies and internal controls Preparing scheme business plans, calendars and timelines Managing scheme budgets, invoices and routine payments Preparing clear, compliant member communications Client mailbox management You may also supervise Pension Officers and paralegals where appropriate. Group Life & Excepted Group Life Supporting death in service cases sensitively and preparing recommendations Managing the client mailbox and delegating work Project Management Preparing project plans and attending/running project meetings Taking ownership of project plans, actions and deadlines Business Development Supporting pitches for new work Attending conferences and webinars to raise personal and team profile Helping organise business development events with senior consultants and partners Qualifications & Experience Are working towards RPC or PMI qualification Have 3/5 years' pensions experience Ideally have worked within a consultancy or administration practice Have experience in scheme management and client relationships Skills & Strengths A proactive flexible and confident individual Highly organised and content to work using own initiative and as part of a team Confident communicator, both written and verbal with excellent attention to detail Strong pensions knowledge and a willingness to keep learning IT literate, particularly with Word, Excel and PowerPoint Able to easily build rapport with a wide range of people Comfortable managing competing workloads and deadlines What we'll offer you A welcoming, collaborative team that genuinely supports each other Opportunities to take early responsibility and work closely with clients A clear career development path with access to training and 1:1 support Exposure to high profile pensions projects across the industry A culture where your contribution is recognised and valued Interested? We'd love to hear from you Please apply through our recruitment portal. If you'd like an informal chat about the role, contact: Steffy Lam - Lateral Recruitment Advisor Our commitment to inclusion At Pinsent Masons, we want everyone to feel they belong. We value individuality and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Locations 30 Crown Place, London, EC2A 4ES, GB 55 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2FG, GB Job Schedule Full time Job Description Pinsent Masons Pensions Solutions (PMPS) Pensions Consultant -Birmingham or London Overview We're looking for a proactive and organised Pensions Consultant to join our friendly and growing PMPS team. You'll play a key role in managing largescale pension schemes and pensions projects, working closely with our trustee directors, senior consultants and partners, plus the wider Pensions Group. If you enjoy building relationships, driving matters and projects and taking ownership of your work in a supportive environment, this could be the perfect next step for you. Who we are PMPS provides practical, commercially focused consultancy and governance services for large, complex pension arrangements. Its multidisciplinary team combines legal, consultancy and administrative expertise to support DB, DC and master trust schemes. These reach across sectors including financial services, energy, manufacturing and retail, typically ranging from £500M to £5BN in assets. Clients include high street banks, large energy companies, manufacturing companies and high street retailers. PMPS works closely with senior stakeholders such as trustee Chairs, HR and Finance Directors and business leaders. It also incorporates Trustee Solutions Limited, a professional independent trustee responsible for large commercial group life master trusts covering over 750,000 employees. Led by Partner Christina Bowyer, PMPS operates within one of the UK's leading pensions legal practices, recognised for its collaborative culture and market leading expertise, and supporting trustees, corporates and pension providers. What you'll be doing This is a varied role where you'll support the smooth running of pension schemes and help deliver a high quality service to clients. Key responsibilities include: Scheme Management Working with trustee Chairs to draft agendas and prepare meeting papers Co ordinating with trustee advisers to ensure appropriate adviser support Attending trustee board and committee meetings (both in person and virtual) Presenting reports at trustee board and committee meetings Preparing and agreeing formal minutes Driving meeting actions ensuring deadlines are met Organising trustee training Supporting senior consultants and partners with the day to day scheme management, including: Handling member complaints and supporting IDRP processes Managing trustee discretion cases and trustee elections Supporting regular projects (valuations, accounts, scheme returns) Maintaining risk registers, policies and internal controls Preparing scheme business plans, calendars and timelines Managing scheme budgets, invoices and routine payments Preparing clear, compliant member communications Client mailbox management You may also supervise Pension Officers and paralegals where appropriate. Group Life & Excepted Group Life Supporting death in service cases sensitively and preparing recommendations Managing the client mailbox and delegating work Project Management Preparing project plans and attending/running project meetings Taking ownership of project plans, actions and deadlines Business Development Supporting pitches for new work Attending conferences and webinars to raise personal and team profile Helping organise business development events with senior consultants and partners Qualifications & Experience Are working towards RPC or PMI qualification Have 3/5 years' pensions experience Ideally have worked within a consultancy or administration practice Have experience in scheme management and client relationships Skills & Strengths A proactive flexible and confident individual Highly organised and content to work using own initiative and as part of a team Confident communicator, both written and verbal with excellent attention to detail Strong pensions knowledge and a willingness to keep learning IT literate, particularly with Word, Excel and PowerPoint Able to easily build rapport with a wide range of people Comfortable managing competing workloads and deadlines What we'll offer you A welcoming, collaborative team that genuinely supports each other Opportunities to take early responsibility and work closely with clients A clear career development path with access to training and 1:1 support Exposure to high profile pensions projects across the industry A culture where your contribution is recognised and valued Interested? We'd love to hear from you Please apply through our recruitment portal. If you'd like an informal chat about the role, contact: Steffy Lam - Lateral Recruitment Advisor Our commitment to inclusion At Pinsent Masons, we want everyone to feel they belong. We value individuality and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working with every department at BDO, our Finance team helps us meet relevant legal requirements that ensure our firm operates effectively in a tightly-regulated field. They implement strategies that help us innovate - like combining new technology with traditional financial processes to make us even more digital. As part of this friendly team, you'll enjoy flexible hours and have opportunities to take responsibility for the delivery of quality work. With your colleagues behind you, you'll embrace change, new ideas and have an impact on the future of our firm. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. In this role you will assist and support the Commercial Finance Director and North/Scotland Heads of Audit (LHoA) in managing the financial performance of the North and Scotland offices on strategic issues and on a day-to-day basis as well as providing relevant support, advice and guidance to the overall team within the business unit on financial matters. (Role is based in Manchester office but monthly travel to other offices expected - Leeds & Edinburgh) You'll be someone with: A commercial mind Analytical skills ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified The ability to handle/process confidential information in sensitive manner. Project Management, team leadership and delegation skills with a collaborative, participative approach and the ability to engage, inspire and influence people at all levels in the organisation. Strong leadership and influencing skills to enable proactive relationships with business leaders. Capable of contributing to the strategic agenda with strong operational skills Partnership experience desirable At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working with every department at BDO, our Finance team helps us meet relevant legal requirements that ensure our firm operates effectively in a tightly-regulated field. They implement strategies that help us innovate - like combining new technology with traditional financial processes to make us even more digital. As part of this friendly team, you'll enjoy flexible hours and have opportunities to take responsibility for the delivery of quality work. With your colleagues behind you, you'll embrace change, new ideas and have an impact on the future of our firm. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. In this role you will assist and support the Commercial Finance Director and North/Scotland Heads of Audit (LHoA) in managing the financial performance of the North and Scotland offices on strategic issues and on a day-to-day basis as well as providing relevant support, advice and guidance to the overall team within the business unit on financial matters. (Role is based in Manchester office but monthly travel to other offices expected - Leeds & Edinburgh) You'll be someone with: A commercial mind Analytical skills ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified The ability to handle/process confidential information in sensitive manner. Project Management, team leadership and delegation skills with a collaborative, participative approach and the ability to engage, inspire and influence people at all levels in the organisation. Strong leadership and influencing skills to enable proactive relationships with business leaders. Capable of contributing to the strategic agenda with strong operational skills Partnership experience desirable At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview As an Associate Director within the growing Advisory team in BDO's International Institutions and Donor Assurance (IIDA) department, you will play a senior leadership role in securing and delivering evaluation and value for money audit assignments. You will lead and develop teams of junior managers, consultants and analysts, ensuring high quality delivery across complex international engagements. Alongside delivery, you will contribute to business development activity and work closely with IIDA leadership to support the continued growth of the practice. You will work on assignments for a wide range of international donor organisations across the globe, including UN bodies, multilateral development banks, EU institutions, government development agencies and charitable foundations. Through this work, you will help clients improve performance and accountability, supporting positive economic, social and political outcomes in countries worldwide. You'll be someone with: Strong written and spoken English skills, and an ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and constructive manner. A higher degree or professional qualification in public policy/finance, climate finance, international development, economics or operational research. Demonstrable experience of delivering OECD/DAC-based evaluations, value for money audits / assessments and/or organisational reviews. A genuine interest in international development and working in a multi-cultural context. Demonstrable business development success & experience of managing teams of 3-7 people, and projects lasting from 1 to 24 months. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview As an Associate Director within the growing Advisory team in BDO's International Institutions and Donor Assurance (IIDA) department, you will play a senior leadership role in securing and delivering evaluation and value for money audit assignments. You will lead and develop teams of junior managers, consultants and analysts, ensuring high quality delivery across complex international engagements. Alongside delivery, you will contribute to business development activity and work closely with IIDA leadership to support the continued growth of the practice. You will work on assignments for a wide range of international donor organisations across the globe, including UN bodies, multilateral development banks, EU institutions, government development agencies and charitable foundations. Through this work, you will help clients improve performance and accountability, supporting positive economic, social and political outcomes in countries worldwide. You'll be someone with: Strong written and spoken English skills, and an ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and constructive manner. A higher degree or professional qualification in public policy/finance, climate finance, international development, economics or operational research. Demonstrable experience of delivering OECD/DAC-based evaluations, value for money audits / assessments and/or organisational reviews. A genuine interest in international development and working in a multi-cultural context. Demonstrable business development success & experience of managing teams of 3-7 people, and projects lasting from 1 to 24 months. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Nous utilisons des pour fournir des statistiques qui nous aident à vous offrir la meilleure expérience sur note site. Vous y trouverez des renseignements sur les témoins, ou vous pouvez les désactiver si vous préférez. Toutefois, en continuant d'utiliser le site sans modifier les paramètres, vous consentez à notre utilisation de Build deep, trusted relationships with leaders, acting as a strategic advisor on all people related matters. Partner with the business to co create and deliver people plans that enable growth, resilience, and organisational effectiveness. Provide balanced, commercially grounded advice that aligns employee experience, regulatory obligations, and business outcomes. Coach leaders to strengthen inclusive leadership capability and create high performing teams. Employee Engagement and Listening Performance Planning and Goal Setting Talent Review and Succession Planning Annual Compensation and Reward Cycles Act as a key People Partner supporting the integration of Manulife Investment Management and MCQS in the UK. Provide practical, on the ground support across organisational design, role harmonisation, workforce transition, and cultural integration. Support leaders and employees through change with empathy, clarity, and confidence, reinforcing Manulife's values throughout the process. Partner with leaders and global Centres of Expertise to manage employee relations matters effectively and in line with Manulife's policies, values, and local legislation. Apply knowledge of UK employment law and TUPE to support business change and manage risk responsibly. Exercise sound judgement when navigating complex or sensitive situations, escalating appropriately while maintaining accountability. Serve as a visible ambassador of the "One HR" model, ensuring seamless, customer focused delivery of HR services. Collaborate closely with global Centres of Expertise (primarily in the US and Canada), ensuring the right expertise is engaged to meet business needs. Contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes, practices, and ways of working. Utilise centres of expertise to effectively and professionally manage , payroll, HR queries , recruitment and selection ,global mobility, immigration, benefits , pensions Actively participate in GWAM and enterprise wide people initiatives and project work. Provide proactive support to the Global GWAM People Partner community, sharing insight, best practice, and lessons learned. Support GWAM succession planning and top talent development. Advanced operational and analytical capability in Workday Strong working knowledge of UK employment legislation, including TUPE Demonstrated experience supporting organisational integration and harmonisation Ability to operate credibly across multiple countries, cultures, and regulatory landscapes Working knowledge of AI and digital HR tools, with a curiosity for innovation in HR Strong coaching, consulting, and influencing skills Confident in conflict leadership and complex stakeholder management Excellent execution discipline, with strong project management skills Resilient, pragmatic, and comfortable navigating ambiguity Bachelor's degree in HR or a related discipline CIPD part qualified or fully qualified (or equivalent) 4-6 years' experience in an HR advisory, People Partner, or HR Business Partner role Proven experience delivering people initiatives within a complex, matrixed organisation Strong IT capability, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and HR systems Experience in organisational effectiveness, change enablement, or workforce transformation Exposure to reward, recognition, or performance frameworks Experience within financial
May 05, 2026
Full time
Nous utilisons des pour fournir des statistiques qui nous aident à vous offrir la meilleure expérience sur note site. Vous y trouverez des renseignements sur les témoins, ou vous pouvez les désactiver si vous préférez. Toutefois, en continuant d'utiliser le site sans modifier les paramètres, vous consentez à notre utilisation de Build deep, trusted relationships with leaders, acting as a strategic advisor on all people related matters. Partner with the business to co create and deliver people plans that enable growth, resilience, and organisational effectiveness. Provide balanced, commercially grounded advice that aligns employee experience, regulatory obligations, and business outcomes. Coach leaders to strengthen inclusive leadership capability and create high performing teams. Employee Engagement and Listening Performance Planning and Goal Setting Talent Review and Succession Planning Annual Compensation and Reward Cycles Act as a key People Partner supporting the integration of Manulife Investment Management and MCQS in the UK. Provide practical, on the ground support across organisational design, role harmonisation, workforce transition, and cultural integration. Support leaders and employees through change with empathy, clarity, and confidence, reinforcing Manulife's values throughout the process. Partner with leaders and global Centres of Expertise to manage employee relations matters effectively and in line with Manulife's policies, values, and local legislation. Apply knowledge of UK employment law and TUPE to support business change and manage risk responsibly. Exercise sound judgement when navigating complex or sensitive situations, escalating appropriately while maintaining accountability. Serve as a visible ambassador of the "One HR" model, ensuring seamless, customer focused delivery of HR services. Collaborate closely with global Centres of Expertise (primarily in the US and Canada), ensuring the right expertise is engaged to meet business needs. Contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes, practices, and ways of working. Utilise centres of expertise to effectively and professionally manage , payroll, HR queries , recruitment and selection ,global mobility, immigration, benefits , pensions Actively participate in GWAM and enterprise wide people initiatives and project work. Provide proactive support to the Global GWAM People Partner community, sharing insight, best practice, and lessons learned. Support GWAM succession planning and top talent development. Advanced operational and analytical capability in Workday Strong working knowledge of UK employment legislation, including TUPE Demonstrated experience supporting organisational integration and harmonisation Ability to operate credibly across multiple countries, cultures, and regulatory landscapes Working knowledge of AI and digital HR tools, with a curiosity for innovation in HR Strong coaching, consulting, and influencing skills Confident in conflict leadership and complex stakeholder management Excellent execution discipline, with strong project management skills Resilient, pragmatic, and comfortable navigating ambiguity Bachelor's degree in HR or a related discipline CIPD part qualified or fully qualified (or equivalent) 4-6 years' experience in an HR advisory, People Partner, or HR Business Partner role Proven experience delivering people initiatives within a complex, matrixed organisation Strong IT capability, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and HR systems Experience in organisational effectiveness, change enablement, or workforce transformation Exposure to reward, recognition, or performance frameworks Experience within financial
Finance & Commercial Manager Milton Keynes Location: Milton Keynes (with potential travel to additional regional sites) Working Pattern: Hybrid 3 4 days on-site, 1 2 days remote Salary: Competitive salary and Benefits Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time The Opportunity A growing organisation within the housing and property services sector is seeking a Finance & Commercial Manager to join its expanding team. This is a key strategic role where you will partner closely with operational leaders, providing commercial and financial guidance to drive performance, improve profitability, and support contract delivery. You will play a central role in ensuring stakeholders understand financial outcomes and take ownership of achieving business targets. About the Role Reporting to senior leadership, you will act as a trusted advisor to branch and operational teams, combining strong financial expertise with commercial insight. You will be responsible for interpreting financial data, identifying trends, and translating this into clear, actionable recommendations. A core part of the role will involve challenging performance, managing risk, and ensuring alignment with contractual and financial objectives. Key Responsibilities Build strong partnerships with operational teams, gaining a deep understanding of service delivery and commercial drivers Take ownership of financial performance, ensuring targets are met and variances are actively managed Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting, including monthly performance reviews with insightful analysis Identify risks and opportunities, providing clear recommendations to improve outcomes Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with operational plans Support commercial activities such as pricing reviews, contract changes, and tender submissions Communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders Strengthen financial controls and support continuous improvement initiatives About You You will be an experienced finance professional with strong commercial awareness and a proven ability to influence stakeholders in an operational environment. You will bring: Experience in financial business partnering within a contract-driven setting Strong analytical skills and confidence working with complex financial data The ability to challenge and support stakeholders to improve performance Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex information A proactive, hands-on approach with strong ownership of responsibilities Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability Strong time management and organisational skills Desirable Experience Background in housing, property services, or maintenance environments Understanding of pricing structures such as schedule of rates, subcontractor costing, and job-level profitability Benefits £4,500 Car Allowance plus mileage reimbursement Enhanced pension scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Enhanced sick pay Family-friendly policies, including enhanced parental leave Employee referral incentives Savings and share schemes Eye care vouchers Access to counselling and wellbeing services Employee recognition and reward programmes Opportunities for volunteering and community engagement Additional Information Applicants must have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available) A full driving licence is required for travel between locations Employment is subject to background and security checks This organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Support is also offered to those transitioning from military service into civilian careers.
May 04, 2026
Full time
Finance & Commercial Manager Milton Keynes Location: Milton Keynes (with potential travel to additional regional sites) Working Pattern: Hybrid 3 4 days on-site, 1 2 days remote Salary: Competitive salary and Benefits Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time The Opportunity A growing organisation within the housing and property services sector is seeking a Finance & Commercial Manager to join its expanding team. This is a key strategic role where you will partner closely with operational leaders, providing commercial and financial guidance to drive performance, improve profitability, and support contract delivery. You will play a central role in ensuring stakeholders understand financial outcomes and take ownership of achieving business targets. About the Role Reporting to senior leadership, you will act as a trusted advisor to branch and operational teams, combining strong financial expertise with commercial insight. You will be responsible for interpreting financial data, identifying trends, and translating this into clear, actionable recommendations. A core part of the role will involve challenging performance, managing risk, and ensuring alignment with contractual and financial objectives. Key Responsibilities Build strong partnerships with operational teams, gaining a deep understanding of service delivery and commercial drivers Take ownership of financial performance, ensuring targets are met and variances are actively managed Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting, including monthly performance reviews with insightful analysis Identify risks and opportunities, providing clear recommendations to improve outcomes Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with operational plans Support commercial activities such as pricing reviews, contract changes, and tender submissions Communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders Strengthen financial controls and support continuous improvement initiatives About You You will be an experienced finance professional with strong commercial awareness and a proven ability to influence stakeholders in an operational environment. You will bring: Experience in financial business partnering within a contract-driven setting Strong analytical skills and confidence working with complex financial data The ability to challenge and support stakeholders to improve performance Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex information A proactive, hands-on approach with strong ownership of responsibilities Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability Strong time management and organisational skills Desirable Experience Background in housing, property services, or maintenance environments Understanding of pricing structures such as schedule of rates, subcontractor costing, and job-level profitability Benefits £4,500 Car Allowance plus mileage reimbursement Enhanced pension scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Enhanced sick pay Family-friendly policies, including enhanced parental leave Employee referral incentives Savings and share schemes Eye care vouchers Access to counselling and wellbeing services Employee recognition and reward programmes Opportunities for volunteering and community engagement Additional Information Applicants must have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available) A full driving licence is required for travel between locations Employment is subject to background and security checks This organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Support is also offered to those transitioning from military service into civilian careers.
As a Managing Project Manager, you will lead and manage one or more specific implementation projects, often with complex multi workstream delivery and transformative customer change.This will include the responsibility for the customer relationship, project plans, objectives, deliverables and milestones, risks and issues, status reporting and governance and the budget and P&L for medium-large (often £300k+) projects and commercial margin of the delivery. You will work closely with the Engagement Director, Implementation Consultants, Test Managers/Leads, Service Readiness and Zellis Product & Technology colleagues, and will partner with customer Project, and Test managers to achieve the relevant delivery milestones on time, at the highest level of quality and on budget. As well as this, you will also manage a pool of project managers, and be instrumental in supporting coaching and mentoring to support their skills and career development This role will also involve interfacing with Customer and Zellis Exec to present the ongoing status, risks and issues on projects under their governance, and support our continuous improvement initiatives to take lessons learned and feed them back into our programme and project methodology. Please note that this is a home based role with expectation to travel to customer sites as neccessary. Responsibilities Partnering with the customer Project and Test Managers to develop a One Team approach to end-to-end delivery to ensure that all project and change activities are delivered on time, at the highest level of quality and on budget Developing, agreeing, and maintaining a detailed project plan with the customer, based on the Zellis standard project Implementation methodology, including deliverables, milestones and entry and exit criteria as relevant Managing and coordinating all project or change activities so that they are undertaken in accordance with the project plan, including successfully transitioning the service to a live state with ongoing ownership from the Application Support team Onboarding, managing, coaching and supporting all project resources in executing their activities and acting as the point of escalation for any execution issues beyond the relevant workstreams Facilitating the provision of software, infrastructure, supporting tools and appropriate resources for each phase of the project to ensure all pre-requisites and ongoing support is in place Managing the scheduling, preparation and facilitation of project or change governance meetings (including milestone or stage gate reviews and sign off meetings) and to inform project stakeholders of progress Managing ongoing project or change risks and issues (including mitigation and where possible resolution), and ensuring that they are reported and escalated to the Engagement Directors and Implementation Director in a timely fashion way. Skills & Experience Experience leading on medium-large scale Implementation, software, advisory or Managed Services customers with medium-large scale employee volumes (over 10,000 EE s and £300k budgets) Managing & owning project KPIs, objectives, financial measures, planning, resourcing, deliverables, change controls and successful outcomes with internal and customer stakeholders (including C-Suite level with Engagement Director support) Acting as project lead across complex projects, including over multiple workstreams (cross customer, third party and internal cross functional Planning, scheduling and delivering work for self and others to meet given objectives, outcomes and KPIs; monitors self and others against agreed delivery timelines Understands, applies and advises appropriate methods, tools, applications and processes (driving continuous improvement of standard operating processes) ?Demonstrates the ability to manage people performance, development and retantion risks, including driving teams to achieve targets, incl SLAs, KPI's Benefits & Culture At Zellis we create market-leading HR & Payroll products and services, to power exceptional employee experiences so that you and your people do better. Our multi-award-winning products pay over five million employees a year, with almost half (42%) of the FTSE 100, 50% of the top retailers and 30% of the top universities in the UK & Ireland as customers, making us the largest provider of Payroll and HR software and managed services. Our vision is to be the clear leader in pay, reward, analytics, and people experiences. We're passionate about creating an environment where people want to join, belong to, and be part of a progressive organisation. Our values, which were defined with input from all of our 2,000 colleagues, we live and breathe every day: Unstoppable together. Always learning. Make it count. Think scale. Our people are critical to our ongoing success; we re proud of our inclusive culture that gives you the platform to grow, challenge the status quo and play a crucial role in further enhancing our market position as the leading provider of HR & Payroll software and services. With Zellis you ll have the chance to stretch and challenge yourself in an environment that s varied, flexible and hugely supportive. We also love to reward and recognise our brilliant colleagues. As part of your benefits package, you ll receive: A competitive base salary. 25 days annual leave, plus your birthday off and the opportunity to buy additional holiday. Private medical insurance. Life assurance 4x salary. Enhanced pension scheme with company contributions up to 8.5%. A huge range of additional flexible benefits across financial & personal wellbeing, lifestyle & leisure.
May 04, 2026
Full time
As a Managing Project Manager, you will lead and manage one or more specific implementation projects, often with complex multi workstream delivery and transformative customer change.This will include the responsibility for the customer relationship, project plans, objectives, deliverables and milestones, risks and issues, status reporting and governance and the budget and P&L for medium-large (often £300k+) projects and commercial margin of the delivery. You will work closely with the Engagement Director, Implementation Consultants, Test Managers/Leads, Service Readiness and Zellis Product & Technology colleagues, and will partner with customer Project, and Test managers to achieve the relevant delivery milestones on time, at the highest level of quality and on budget. As well as this, you will also manage a pool of project managers, and be instrumental in supporting coaching and mentoring to support their skills and career development This role will also involve interfacing with Customer and Zellis Exec to present the ongoing status, risks and issues on projects under their governance, and support our continuous improvement initiatives to take lessons learned and feed them back into our programme and project methodology. Please note that this is a home based role with expectation to travel to customer sites as neccessary. Responsibilities Partnering with the customer Project and Test Managers to develop a One Team approach to end-to-end delivery to ensure that all project and change activities are delivered on time, at the highest level of quality and on budget Developing, agreeing, and maintaining a detailed project plan with the customer, based on the Zellis standard project Implementation methodology, including deliverables, milestones and entry and exit criteria as relevant Managing and coordinating all project or change activities so that they are undertaken in accordance with the project plan, including successfully transitioning the service to a live state with ongoing ownership from the Application Support team Onboarding, managing, coaching and supporting all project resources in executing their activities and acting as the point of escalation for any execution issues beyond the relevant workstreams Facilitating the provision of software, infrastructure, supporting tools and appropriate resources for each phase of the project to ensure all pre-requisites and ongoing support is in place Managing the scheduling, preparation and facilitation of project or change governance meetings (including milestone or stage gate reviews and sign off meetings) and to inform project stakeholders of progress Managing ongoing project or change risks and issues (including mitigation and where possible resolution), and ensuring that they are reported and escalated to the Engagement Directors and Implementation Director in a timely fashion way. Skills & Experience Experience leading on medium-large scale Implementation, software, advisory or Managed Services customers with medium-large scale employee volumes (over 10,000 EE s and £300k budgets) Managing & owning project KPIs, objectives, financial measures, planning, resourcing, deliverables, change controls and successful outcomes with internal and customer stakeholders (including C-Suite level with Engagement Director support) Acting as project lead across complex projects, including over multiple workstreams (cross customer, third party and internal cross functional Planning, scheduling and delivering work for self and others to meet given objectives, outcomes and KPIs; monitors self and others against agreed delivery timelines Understands, applies and advises appropriate methods, tools, applications and processes (driving continuous improvement of standard operating processes) ?Demonstrates the ability to manage people performance, development and retantion risks, including driving teams to achieve targets, incl SLAs, KPI's Benefits & Culture At Zellis we create market-leading HR & Payroll products and services, to power exceptional employee experiences so that you and your people do better. Our multi-award-winning products pay over five million employees a year, with almost half (42%) of the FTSE 100, 50% of the top retailers and 30% of the top universities in the UK & Ireland as customers, making us the largest provider of Payroll and HR software and managed services. Our vision is to be the clear leader in pay, reward, analytics, and people experiences. We're passionate about creating an environment where people want to join, belong to, and be part of a progressive organisation. Our values, which were defined with input from all of our 2,000 colleagues, we live and breathe every day: Unstoppable together. Always learning. Make it count. Think scale. Our people are critical to our ongoing success; we re proud of our inclusive culture that gives you the platform to grow, challenge the status quo and play a crucial role in further enhancing our market position as the leading provider of HR & Payroll software and services. With Zellis you ll have the chance to stretch and challenge yourself in an environment that s varied, flexible and hugely supportive. We also love to reward and recognise our brilliant colleagues. As part of your benefits package, you ll receive: A competitive base salary. 25 days annual leave, plus your birthday off and the opportunity to buy additional holiday. Private medical insurance. Life assurance 4x salary. Enhanced pension scheme with company contributions up to 8.5%. A huge range of additional flexible benefits across financial & personal wellbeing, lifestyle & leisure.
Accounts Senior Expanding Accountancy Firm Salary: Up to £37,000 + Benefits A dynamic and growing accountancy practice in Nantwich is seeking an experienced Accounts Senior to join its expanding team. This opportunity is ideal for a practice accountant looking to progress within a forward-thinking, supportive, and collaborative firm that prioritises career development. As an Accounts Senior, you will deliver high-quality accounts preparation, tax compliance, and client advisory services to a varied portfolio of SMEs and owner-managed businesses. The role offers excellent exposure to statutory accounts, management accounts, corporate tax, and mentoring responsibilities, making it perfect for someone looking to broaden their experience in practice accounting. Working alongside senior professionals, you will also support and develop junior team members, contributing to a high-performing and knowledge-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare statutory accounts and financial statements for a diverse client base Produce first draft accounts for complex assignments with accuracy and attention to detail Review and resolve client queries ahead of submission Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and statutory reporting standards Prepare corporation tax computations and returns across multiple entity types Maintain detailed tax working papers and schedules Process year-end adjustments using accounts and tax software Manage timely submission of financial statements and tax returns Prepare management accounts with insightful commentary Provide financial analysis, reporting support, and business advisory services Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication Review work prepared by junior accountants and provide constructive feedback Support training, mentoring, and development of junior team members Contribute to a collaborative team culture and continuous improvement Requirements Essential Skills & Experience: ACCA / ACA (ICAEW) part-qualified, qualified, or qualified by experience Proven experience within an accountancy practice environment Strong technical knowledge of statutory accounts and financial reporting Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills High level of attention to detail Confident client-facing and communication skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office tools Benefits Competitive salary up to £37,000 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off Company pension scheme Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Company sick pay Life insurance cover Health & wellbeing programme Regular team events and company socials Flexible working options (full-time or part-time considered) Why Join? This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Senior, Senior Practice Accountant, or Practice Accountant looking to join a growing accountancy firm that values professional development, teamwork, and high-quality client service. You ll gain exposure to a wide range of clients while advancing your career in a supportive and progressive environment. Location & Commuting Based in Nantwich, Cheshire, this role is easily accessible from: Crewe, Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Sandbach, Congleton, Middlewich, Winsford, Northwich, Alsager, Holmes Chapel, Chester, Whitchurch, Market Drayton, Stafford, Telford, Shrewsbury, Macclesfield and surrounding areas. Candidates within approximately a one-hour commute are encouraged to apply. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
May 04, 2026
Full time
Accounts Senior Expanding Accountancy Firm Salary: Up to £37,000 + Benefits A dynamic and growing accountancy practice in Nantwich is seeking an experienced Accounts Senior to join its expanding team. This opportunity is ideal for a practice accountant looking to progress within a forward-thinking, supportive, and collaborative firm that prioritises career development. As an Accounts Senior, you will deliver high-quality accounts preparation, tax compliance, and client advisory services to a varied portfolio of SMEs and owner-managed businesses. The role offers excellent exposure to statutory accounts, management accounts, corporate tax, and mentoring responsibilities, making it perfect for someone looking to broaden their experience in practice accounting. Working alongside senior professionals, you will also support and develop junior team members, contributing to a high-performing and knowledge-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare statutory accounts and financial statements for a diverse client base Produce first draft accounts for complex assignments with accuracy and attention to detail Review and resolve client queries ahead of submission Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and statutory reporting standards Prepare corporation tax computations and returns across multiple entity types Maintain detailed tax working papers and schedules Process year-end adjustments using accounts and tax software Manage timely submission of financial statements and tax returns Prepare management accounts with insightful commentary Provide financial analysis, reporting support, and business advisory services Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication Review work prepared by junior accountants and provide constructive feedback Support training, mentoring, and development of junior team members Contribute to a collaborative team culture and continuous improvement Requirements Essential Skills & Experience: ACCA / ACA (ICAEW) part-qualified, qualified, or qualified by experience Proven experience within an accountancy practice environment Strong technical knowledge of statutory accounts and financial reporting Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills High level of attention to detail Confident client-facing and communication skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office tools Benefits Competitive salary up to £37,000 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off Company pension scheme Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Company sick pay Life insurance cover Health & wellbeing programme Regular team events and company socials Flexible working options (full-time or part-time considered) Why Join? This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Senior, Senior Practice Accountant, or Practice Accountant looking to join a growing accountancy firm that values professional development, teamwork, and high-quality client service. You ll gain exposure to a wide range of clients while advancing your career in a supportive and progressive environment. Location & Commuting Based in Nantwich, Cheshire, this role is easily accessible from: Crewe, Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Sandbach, Congleton, Middlewich, Winsford, Northwich, Alsager, Holmes Chapel, Chester, Whitchurch, Market Drayton, Stafford, Telford, Shrewsbury, Macclesfield and surrounding areas. Candidates within approximately a one-hour commute are encouraged to apply. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working with every department at BDO, our Finance team helps us meet relevant legal requirements that ensure our firm operates effectively in a tightly-regulated field. They implement strategies that help us innovate - like combining new technology with traditional financial processes to make us even more digital. As part of this friendly team, you'll enjoy flexible hours and have opportunities to take responsibility for the delivery of quality work. With your colleagues behind you, you'll embrace change, new ideas and have an impact on the future of our firm. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. In this role you will assist and support the Commercial Finance Director and North/Scotland Heads of Audit (LHoA) in managing the financial performance of the North and Scotland offices on strategic issues and on a day-to-day basis as well as providing relevant support, advice and guidance to the overall team within the business unit on financial matters. (Role is based in Manchester office but monthly travel to other offices expected - Leeds & Edinburgh) You'll be someone with: A commercial mind Analytical skills ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified The ability to handle/process confidential information in sensitive manner. Project Management, team leadership and delegation skills with a collaborative, participative approach and the ability to engage, inspire and influence people at all levels in the organisation. Strong leadership and influencing skills to enable proactive relationships with business leaders. Capable of contributing to the strategic agenda with strong operational skills Partnership experience desirable At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 04, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working with every department at BDO, our Finance team helps us meet relevant legal requirements that ensure our firm operates effectively in a tightly-regulated field. They implement strategies that help us innovate - like combining new technology with traditional financial processes to make us even more digital. As part of this friendly team, you'll enjoy flexible hours and have opportunities to take responsibility for the delivery of quality work. With your colleagues behind you, you'll embrace change, new ideas and have an impact on the future of our firm. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. In this role you will assist and support the Commercial Finance Director and North/Scotland Heads of Audit (LHoA) in managing the financial performance of the North and Scotland offices on strategic issues and on a day-to-day basis as well as providing relevant support, advice and guidance to the overall team within the business unit on financial matters. (Role is based in Manchester office but monthly travel to other offices expected - Leeds & Edinburgh) You'll be someone with: A commercial mind Analytical skills ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified The ability to handle/process confidential information in sensitive manner. Project Management, team leadership and delegation skills with a collaborative, participative approach and the ability to engage, inspire and influence people at all levels in the organisation. Strong leadership and influencing skills to enable proactive relationships with business leaders. Capable of contributing to the strategic agenda with strong operational skills Partnership experience desirable At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Company Description About FRP At FRP, we are a leading national business advisory firm based in the UK. With over 850 team members, including more than 100 partners, we specialise in Corporate Finance, Debt Advisory, Forensic Services, Financial Advisory and Restructuring Advisory . Operating from 35 offices across the UK, Isle of Man and Cyprus, we are dedicated to helping clients navigate complex and difficult situations to create, preserve, and recover value. Our approach is known for being honest, clear, and considered. We provide strategic solutions that cater to a broad range of businesses, from multinational organisations to small enterprises. Our commitment is to deliver expert advice and support, ensuring our clients can make informed decisions and achieve their goals. Job Description Job Title - Valuation Manager - Infrastructure/Financial Services Location - London Job Type - Permanent - Full Time Role overview The Valuation Manager will oversee financial analysis, industry, and market research to support various projects, with a specific focus in infrastructure valuations and/or the financial services sector. This role is crucial in delivering work of exceptional quality and insight, liaising directly with internal and client management teams. This role would contribute significantly to FRP's goals by ensuring high standards of work quality and maintaining strong client relationships. Key Responsibilities Lead and supervise the financial analysis and valuation modelling processes Oversee research on target industries, market, and competitor information Conduct and manage client interviews to gather data and information pertinent to the engagement Develop and maintain strong client relationships, working closely with management Review and present analyses and conclusions within comprehensive written reports Mentor and guide junior team members, ensuring high standards of work quality Qualifications Extensive work experience in valuations, specifically in the Infrastructure or Financial Services sector, ideally in a reputable accounting or advisory firm Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or CFA Degree in Economics, Maths, Finance, or Business. A postgraduate degree is a plus Extensive knowledge of valuation methods such as Discounted Cash Flow, Guideline Company, Guideline Transaction, Black-Scholes, and Monte Carlo Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential Additional Information Our Values Straightforward : We provide clear, no-nonsense advice Confident : Our guidance is backed by expertise and evidence Pragmatic : We focus on practical solutions and tangible outcomes Real : We are professional yet approachable, understanding the challenges our clients face Our Commitment to You and the Environment At FRP, sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on building and maintaining meaningful, long-term relationships with all our stakeholders - including our employees, clients, and local communities - while also reducing our impact on the natural environment. We are always striving to improve in all areas - whether it's our people, our clients, our planet or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse culture for our people. We maintain an Equal Opportunities Policy, ensuring that recruitment and employment decisions are based solely on the skills and experience required for our professional services - regardless of ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe every individual should have the opportunity to thrive. Our learning and development programmes enable us to invest in growing our employees' careers. We aim to empower our team members to each achieve their potential. We are committed to growing long-term relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients' sustainability and success lead to our sustainability and success. We are emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.
May 04, 2026
Full time
Company Description About FRP At FRP, we are a leading national business advisory firm based in the UK. With over 850 team members, including more than 100 partners, we specialise in Corporate Finance, Debt Advisory, Forensic Services, Financial Advisory and Restructuring Advisory . Operating from 35 offices across the UK, Isle of Man and Cyprus, we are dedicated to helping clients navigate complex and difficult situations to create, preserve, and recover value. Our approach is known for being honest, clear, and considered. We provide strategic solutions that cater to a broad range of businesses, from multinational organisations to small enterprises. Our commitment is to deliver expert advice and support, ensuring our clients can make informed decisions and achieve their goals. Job Description Job Title - Valuation Manager - Infrastructure/Financial Services Location - London Job Type - Permanent - Full Time Role overview The Valuation Manager will oversee financial analysis, industry, and market research to support various projects, with a specific focus in infrastructure valuations and/or the financial services sector. This role is crucial in delivering work of exceptional quality and insight, liaising directly with internal and client management teams. This role would contribute significantly to FRP's goals by ensuring high standards of work quality and maintaining strong client relationships. Key Responsibilities Lead and supervise the financial analysis and valuation modelling processes Oversee research on target industries, market, and competitor information Conduct and manage client interviews to gather data and information pertinent to the engagement Develop and maintain strong client relationships, working closely with management Review and present analyses and conclusions within comprehensive written reports Mentor and guide junior team members, ensuring high standards of work quality Qualifications Extensive work experience in valuations, specifically in the Infrastructure or Financial Services sector, ideally in a reputable accounting or advisory firm Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or CFA Degree in Economics, Maths, Finance, or Business. A postgraduate degree is a plus Extensive knowledge of valuation methods such as Discounted Cash Flow, Guideline Company, Guideline Transaction, Black-Scholes, and Monte Carlo Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential Additional Information Our Values Straightforward : We provide clear, no-nonsense advice Confident : Our guidance is backed by expertise and evidence Pragmatic : We focus on practical solutions and tangible outcomes Real : We are professional yet approachable, understanding the challenges our clients face Our Commitment to You and the Environment At FRP, sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on building and maintaining meaningful, long-term relationships with all our stakeholders - including our employees, clients, and local communities - while also reducing our impact on the natural environment. We are always striving to improve in all areas - whether it's our people, our clients, our planet or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse culture for our people. We maintain an Equal Opportunities Policy, ensuring that recruitment and employment decisions are based solely on the skills and experience required for our professional services - regardless of ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe every individual should have the opportunity to thrive. Our learning and development programmes enable us to invest in growing our employees' careers. We aim to empower our team members to each achieve their potential. We are committed to growing long-term relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients' sustainability and success lead to our sustainability and success. We are emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.
Mortgage Sales Manager Job in the City of London If you are an experienced leader of Mortgage Advisers and looking for a Mortgage Sales Manager job where you can genuinely shape adviser performance, this opportunity offers an exciting next step in a growing national business. You will be joining a rapidly expanding advisory firm with a large population of self employed advisers. As part of their next phase of growth, they are investing in dedicated Sales Managers to drive productivity, coaching and development across their adviser teams. In this hands on role, you will be responsible for supporting a sizeable group of Mortgage Advisers and Area Managers, focusing on practical coaching to enhance business planning, activity levels, conversion and protection results. You will not carry personal writing responsibilities, allowing you to fully dedicate your time to leading, motivating and developing the team. You will be based from their City of London office, with regular field visits to maintain visibility and support across the region. With the business targeting continued adviser growth over the coming years, there is strong scope to progress as the structure expands. Mortgage Sales Manager Requirements Essential - Proven experience managing or coaching Mortgage Advisers Essential - Mortgage qualification such as CeMAP or equivalent Essential - Track record of improving adviser performance against targets Desirable - Background working with self employed adviser models Desirable - Experience overseeing multi site or regionally dispersed teams The Company Our client is a fast growing financial advisory firm with a national footprint across insurance, mortgages and wealth. The business has expanded rapidly in recent years and continues to invest heavily in adviser development, leadership and training to support their ambitious growth plans. Mortgage Sales Manager Benefits Salary up to 45,000 with OTE of 60,000+ Performance related bonus based on agreed metrics Office based in the City of London 4 days per week and 1 day from home (regular travel to see Advisers expected) Opportunity to directly influence adviser performance and business results Mileage or petrol support may be available for field visits Location City of London, suitable for candidates within reasonable commuting distance and comfortable with regular regional travel. If you are a motivational leader who thrives on developing advisers and driving performance, please apply now for further details. Liability and Disclaimer Whilst Premier Jobs UK uses all reasonable efforts to ensure the information contained in our adverts including any salary, benefits or on target earnings are accurate, we give no representation or warranty in resp
May 04, 2026
Full time
Mortgage Sales Manager Job in the City of London If you are an experienced leader of Mortgage Advisers and looking for a Mortgage Sales Manager job where you can genuinely shape adviser performance, this opportunity offers an exciting next step in a growing national business. You will be joining a rapidly expanding advisory firm with a large population of self employed advisers. As part of their next phase of growth, they are investing in dedicated Sales Managers to drive productivity, coaching and development across their adviser teams. In this hands on role, you will be responsible for supporting a sizeable group of Mortgage Advisers and Area Managers, focusing on practical coaching to enhance business planning, activity levels, conversion and protection results. You will not carry personal writing responsibilities, allowing you to fully dedicate your time to leading, motivating and developing the team. You will be based from their City of London office, with regular field visits to maintain visibility and support across the region. With the business targeting continued adviser growth over the coming years, there is strong scope to progress as the structure expands. Mortgage Sales Manager Requirements Essential - Proven experience managing or coaching Mortgage Advisers Essential - Mortgage qualification such as CeMAP or equivalent Essential - Track record of improving adviser performance against targets Desirable - Background working with self employed adviser models Desirable - Experience overseeing multi site or regionally dispersed teams The Company Our client is a fast growing financial advisory firm with a national footprint across insurance, mortgages and wealth. The business has expanded rapidly in recent years and continues to invest heavily in adviser development, leadership and training to support their ambitious growth plans. Mortgage Sales Manager Benefits Salary up to 45,000 with OTE of 60,000+ Performance related bonus based on agreed metrics Office based in the City of London 4 days per week and 1 day from home (regular travel to see Advisers expected) Opportunity to directly influence adviser performance and business results Mileage or petrol support may be available for field visits Location City of London, suitable for candidates within reasonable commuting distance and comfortable with regular regional travel. If you are a motivational leader who thrives on developing advisers and driving performance, please apply now for further details. Liability and Disclaimer Whilst Premier Jobs UK uses all reasonable efforts to ensure the information contained in our adverts including any salary, benefits or on target earnings are accurate, we give no representation or warranty in resp
