CMA Recruitment Group is partnering with a long-established, family-owned business. With a strong reputation locally and a loyal customer base, this organisation combines commercial ambition with a genuinely people-first culture. The Finance Manager position offers a broad, hands-on role within a close-knit management team. It will suit a commercially minded accountant who enjoys variety, responsibility and being close to the day-to-day performance of a business. What will the Finance Manager role involve? Producing timely and accurate monthly management accounts, including profit and loss and balance sheet reporting Leading year-end accounting processes and liaising with external advisors where required Building, maintaining and reviewing forecasts, including cash flow planning Overseeing sales and purchase ledgers, supplier payments and bank reconciliations Managing end-to-end payroll processes Ensuring compliance with VAT, PAYE and pension submissions Preparing clear monthly performance reports and working with department heads to identify and drive improvements What are we looking for? Well experienced in a senior accounting or Finance Manager-level role Strong working knowledge of Xero or similar cloud-based accounting systems Confident use of Microsoft 365, with solid Excel skills A naturally inquisitive mindset with strong numerical and analytical ability A positive, commercial approach with the confidence to challenge and support stakeholders Additional benefits A stable, well-established family-run business environment A varied role with genuine ownership and influence Supportive, people-focused leadership team Access to an Employee Assistance Programme Opportunity to grow with the business and shape the finance function CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
May 08, 2026
Full time
CMA Recruitment Group is partnering with a long-established, family-owned business. With a strong reputation locally and a loyal customer base, this organisation combines commercial ambition with a genuinely people-first culture. The Finance Manager position offers a broad, hands-on role within a close-knit management team. It will suit a commercially minded accountant who enjoys variety, responsibility and being close to the day-to-day performance of a business. What will the Finance Manager role involve? Producing timely and accurate monthly management accounts, including profit and loss and balance sheet reporting Leading year-end accounting processes and liaising with external advisors where required Building, maintaining and reviewing forecasts, including cash flow planning Overseeing sales and purchase ledgers, supplier payments and bank reconciliations Managing end-to-end payroll processes Ensuring compliance with VAT, PAYE and pension submissions Preparing clear monthly performance reports and working with department heads to identify and drive improvements What are we looking for? Well experienced in a senior accounting or Finance Manager-level role Strong working knowledge of Xero or similar cloud-based accounting systems Confident use of Microsoft 365, with solid Excel skills A naturally inquisitive mindset with strong numerical and analytical ability A positive, commercial approach with the confidence to challenge and support stakeholders Additional benefits A stable, well-established family-run business environment A varied role with genuine ownership and influence Supportive, people-focused leadership team Access to an Employee Assistance Programme Opportunity to grow with the business and shape the finance function CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
HR Manager £38,000 - £45,000 Wolverhampton Company Profile A standalone HR role has become available within a well-established organisation operating in the not-for-profit / charity sector, suited to an experienced HR professional. This is a hands-on generalist role where you will take full ownership of the HR function. You will play a key role in delivering operational HR support, driving consistency across people processes, and supporting a positive and inclusive workplace culture. This position sits within a collaborative leadership team and offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact across the organisation, particularly in areas such as employee relations, culture, and organisational development. What s on Offer? Hybrid working (2 3 days onsite) Flexible working policy (37.5 hours per week) Opportunity to take ownership of the HR function What will you do as an HR Manager? First point of contact for HR queries, ER matters (disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance) Manage the full employee lifecycle from recruitment to offboarding Develop and maintain HR policies in line with legislation and best practice Coach and support managers on effective people management Lead on absence management, wellbeing, and employee support initiatives Oversee HR systems, ensuring accurate records and reporting on key metrics Coordinate training and maintain the skills and compliance matrix Support payroll through accurate data management and provider liaison Drive employee engagement and support a positive workplace culture Provide HR insight to senior leadership on workforce planning and development Act as escalation point for complex HR matters What do you need as an HR Manager? Proven experience in a generalist HR role (Advisor/Senior Advisor level) Strong employee relations experience with the ability to manage cases independently Sound knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice CIPD qualified or working towards (desirable) Experience within charity, not-for-profit, or care sectors (desirable) Microsoft Dynamics is advantageous Job ID : 10836
May 08, 2026
Full time
HR Manager £38,000 - £45,000 Wolverhampton Company Profile A standalone HR role has become available within a well-established organisation operating in the not-for-profit / charity sector, suited to an experienced HR professional. This is a hands-on generalist role where you will take full ownership of the HR function. You will play a key role in delivering operational HR support, driving consistency across people processes, and supporting a positive and inclusive workplace culture. This position sits within a collaborative leadership team and offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact across the organisation, particularly in areas such as employee relations, culture, and organisational development. What s on Offer? Hybrid working (2 3 days onsite) Flexible working policy (37.5 hours per week) Opportunity to take ownership of the HR function What will you do as an HR Manager? First point of contact for HR queries, ER matters (disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance) Manage the full employee lifecycle from recruitment to offboarding Develop and maintain HR policies in line with legislation and best practice Coach and support managers on effective people management Lead on absence management, wellbeing, and employee support initiatives Oversee HR systems, ensuring accurate records and reporting on key metrics Coordinate training and maintain the skills and compliance matrix Support payroll through accurate data management and provider liaison Drive employee engagement and support a positive workplace culture Provide HR insight to senior leadership on workforce planning and development Act as escalation point for complex HR matters What do you need as an HR Manager? Proven experience in a generalist HR role (Advisor/Senior Advisor level) Strong employee relations experience with the ability to manage cases independently Sound knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice CIPD qualified or working towards (desirable) Experience within charity, not-for-profit, or care sectors (desirable) Microsoft Dynamics is advantageous Job ID : 10836
Role purpose The Head of Finance is a key member of the Charity s senior management team, working closely with the chief executive, directors, and trustees. The head of finance will lead the day-to-day financial operations of the Charity, including budgeting, reporting, audit, payroll, and pensions. Managing the finance manager and management accountant, the Head of Finance will ensure the effective running of the finance department and smooth day-to-day processes. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will be a key advisor on strategic financial decisions, balancing meticulous operational control with strategic planning. As the Head of Finance, you will : Proactively contribute to the development and delivery of the Charity s strategy through developing long-term financial planning to underpin our objectives. Act as senior finance business partner to the senior leadership team, supporting strategic and operational decision-making. Lead on the annual audit and production of statutory accounts, ensuring effective management of the audit process. Support the rest of the Charity team to become financially informed and comfortable understanding financial performance, control, and accountability. Main responsibilities Financial controls, reporting, and operational finance Lead the finance function of the Charity, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial management and reporting. Ensure that appropriately robust internal financial and operational controls are in place. Ensure that our unrestricted and restricted funds and accounting records are maintained in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements and best practice. Ensure timely and accurate monthly management accounts and other reports are produced by the finance team and distributed to members of the senior management team, encouraging ownership of departmental budgets. Manage and oversee accounts receivable and payable, ensuring strong cash management. Ensure all banking facilities, financial systems, and internal processes function to a high standard and enable the Charity to carry out its transactional and operational financial functions. Lead financial risk identification and mitigation, working closely with the chief executive and leadership team, and reporting to the board of trustees. Financial administration and governance Manage the production of statutory accounts in line with the Charity SORP and lead the annual external audit process. Oversee our tax affairs, including PAYE, national insurance, corporation tax, VAT, and gift aid. Responsible for our payroll and pensions functions. Maintain and continuously improve financial policies, procedures, and controls, working closely with the fundraising and operations teams to ensure organisational efficiency. Identify and escalate financial risks to the chief executive and board Line manage and support the management accountant and finance manager, ensuring professional development and high-quality output. Person specification Knowledge and experience We are looking for candidates with demonstrable strategic financial leadership spanning organisational planning, budgeting, risk, and reporting. You will have: You must be a fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, OR CIMA) Excellent knowledge of charity financial management, SORP, and audit is essential. Experience of effective budget setting and implementing controls and processes to manage and monitoring budgets Firm understanding of risk management Experience of improving policies and processes in comparable organisations Success in delivering increased cost effectiveness Evidence of building financial impact and performance metrics and reporting Understanding of the requirements of legislation, Charity Commission and professional body guidance on a being a well-run and financially accountable Charity Considerable experience of management and development of staff Skills, abilities, and behaviours A strategic thinker with the ability to see the bigger picture and make decisions in line with the charity s needs as part of a team Strong change management skills with experience of managing teams through change Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interpret and communicate financial information to a non-specialist audience Strong organisational development skills, able to identify and act on opportunities to drive performance in business Experience of the charity or not-for-profit environment (this could be gained as a trustee) preferably with some understanding of charity funding and investment management Collaborative working style with excellent written and verbal communication skills Resilient with a flexible, creative and solutions-focused approach to problem-solving
May 08, 2026
Full time
Role purpose The Head of Finance is a key member of the Charity s senior management team, working closely with the chief executive, directors, and trustees. The head of finance will lead the day-to-day financial operations of the Charity, including budgeting, reporting, audit, payroll, and pensions. Managing the finance manager and management accountant, the Head of Finance will ensure the effective running of the finance department and smooth day-to-day processes. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will be a key advisor on strategic financial decisions, balancing meticulous operational control with strategic planning. As the Head of Finance, you will : Proactively contribute to the development and delivery of the Charity s strategy through developing long-term financial planning to underpin our objectives. Act as senior finance business partner to the senior leadership team, supporting strategic and operational decision-making. Lead on the annual audit and production of statutory accounts, ensuring effective management of the audit process. Support the rest of the Charity team to become financially informed and comfortable understanding financial performance, control, and accountability. Main responsibilities Financial controls, reporting, and operational finance Lead the finance function of the Charity, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial management and reporting. Ensure that appropriately robust internal financial and operational controls are in place. Ensure that our unrestricted and restricted funds and accounting records are maintained in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements and best practice. Ensure timely and accurate monthly management accounts and other reports are produced by the finance team and distributed to members of the senior management team, encouraging ownership of departmental budgets. Manage and oversee accounts receivable and payable, ensuring strong cash management. Ensure all banking facilities, financial systems, and internal processes function to a high standard and enable the Charity to carry out its transactional and operational financial functions. Lead financial risk identification and mitigation, working closely with the chief executive and leadership team, and reporting to the board of trustees. Financial administration and governance Manage the production of statutory accounts in line with the Charity SORP and lead the annual external audit process. Oversee our tax affairs, including PAYE, national insurance, corporation tax, VAT, and gift aid. Responsible for our payroll and pensions functions. Maintain and continuously improve financial policies, procedures, and controls, working closely with the fundraising and operations teams to ensure organisational efficiency. Identify and escalate financial risks to the chief executive and board Line manage and support the management accountant and finance manager, ensuring professional development and high-quality output. Person specification Knowledge and experience We are looking for candidates with demonstrable strategic financial leadership spanning organisational planning, budgeting, risk, and reporting. You will have: You must be a fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, OR CIMA) Excellent knowledge of charity financial management, SORP, and audit is essential. Experience of effective budget setting and implementing controls and processes to manage and monitoring budgets Firm understanding of risk management Experience of improving policies and processes in comparable organisations Success in delivering increased cost effectiveness Evidence of building financial impact and performance metrics and reporting Understanding of the requirements of legislation, Charity Commission and professional body guidance on a being a well-run and financially accountable Charity Considerable experience of management and development of staff Skills, abilities, and behaviours A strategic thinker with the ability to see the bigger picture and make decisions in line with the charity s needs as part of a team Strong change management skills with experience of managing teams through change Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interpret and communicate financial information to a non-specialist audience Strong organisational development skills, able to identify and act on opportunities to drive performance in business Experience of the charity or not-for-profit environment (this could be gained as a trustee) preferably with some understanding of charity funding and investment management Collaborative working style with excellent written and verbal communication skills Resilient with a flexible, creative and solutions-focused approach to problem-solving
We are recruiting for an experienced HR Advisor or Senior HR Advisor to join a busy commercial organisation based in Salisbury, to support a UK and international workforce across EMEA, Latin America and the Pacific.The RoleA true HR Generalist role with a lot of variety, where you will be providing hands-on HR support across the employee lifecycle to the UK and International workforce while working closely with the HR Director to support HR strategy, engagement and global initiatives. Key responsibilities will includeRecruitment Support end-to-end recruitment activities across the business Advertise vacancies, arrange interviews and manage recruitment administration Liaise with agencies and external partners Ensure immigration and right to work compliance Prepare contracts and new starter documentationPayroll, HR Administration & Reporting Support monthly payroll processes, including data submission and reconciliation Manage HR inboxes and respond to queries and references Maintain HR records and systems with accuracy and confidentiality Update employee records on HR systemsEmployee Relations Advise managers and employees on HR policies and procedures Handling absence management Support grievance, disciplinary and conflict resolution cases Ensure compliance with local and international employment legislationPerformance, Reward & Development Support performance appraisals and performance improvement plan Assist with compensation and benefits administration Advise on pay equity, compensation trends, and regulatory requirements in different countries Help identify training needs and coordinate learning and development initiatives Coordinate learning, training and development initiatives Promote employee development and career progressionHR Compliance & Projects Support compliance with global HR policies and labour laws Policy Development updates Monitor HR metrics and prepare reports for senior leadership Contribute to international HR projects, expansion and global initiatives Contribute to employee engagement activities including events, newsletters and communications Candidates Requirements Experienced HR Generalist - HR Advisor / Senior HR Advisor with a background of working within fast-paced environments, ideally with some international exposure (desirable - EG Europe, Middle East) Strong knowledge of UK employment law (international exposure desirable) Able to work across the full employee life cycle from HR Administration through to ER, Recruitment, Training, Engagement, Reward and HRIS/Reporting. CIPD qualified or working towards qualification Excellent organisation and attention to detail Confident communicator at all levels Strong IT skills (MS Office; HR systems and SharePoint an advantage) Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Additional language skills (Spanish, French or Italian) are advantageous. The Offer Join a successful and fast-growing UK & international business with a supportive HR Director and team willing to develop The role and salary levels will be based on experience. 2 days per week on site in Salisbury / Hybrid working model Bonus - based on 50% objectives & 50% revenue 25 days holiday plus bank holidays + option to buy 5 days extra Group personal pension scheme, Private Medical & Dental scheme, Life Assurance Income Protection Team events Discounts via a new benefits platform Inclusive, collaborative and global work environment Full-time - Monday-Friday / Hours are 8.30 to 5.30, but a flexible approach is available with the needs of the role/business to consider. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
May 08, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for an experienced HR Advisor or Senior HR Advisor to join a busy commercial organisation based in Salisbury, to support a UK and international workforce across EMEA, Latin America and the Pacific.The RoleA true HR Generalist role with a lot of variety, where you will be providing hands-on HR support across the employee lifecycle to the UK and International workforce while working closely with the HR Director to support HR strategy, engagement and global initiatives. Key responsibilities will includeRecruitment Support end-to-end recruitment activities across the business Advertise vacancies, arrange interviews and manage recruitment administration Liaise with agencies and external partners Ensure immigration and right to work compliance Prepare contracts and new starter documentationPayroll, HR Administration & Reporting Support monthly payroll processes, including data submission and reconciliation Manage HR inboxes and respond to queries and references Maintain HR records and systems with accuracy and confidentiality Update employee records on HR systemsEmployee Relations Advise managers and employees on HR policies and procedures Handling absence management Support grievance, disciplinary and conflict resolution cases Ensure compliance with local and international employment legislationPerformance, Reward & Development Support performance appraisals and performance improvement plan Assist with compensation and benefits administration Advise on pay equity, compensation trends, and regulatory requirements in different countries Help identify training needs and coordinate learning and development initiatives Coordinate learning, training and development initiatives Promote employee development and career progressionHR Compliance & Projects Support compliance with global HR policies and labour laws Policy Development updates Monitor HR metrics and prepare reports for senior leadership Contribute to international HR projects, expansion and global initiatives Contribute to employee engagement activities including events, newsletters and communications Candidates Requirements Experienced HR Generalist - HR Advisor / Senior HR Advisor with a background of working within fast-paced environments, ideally with some international exposure (desirable - EG Europe, Middle East) Strong knowledge of UK employment law (international exposure desirable) Able to work across the full employee life cycle from HR Administration through to ER, Recruitment, Training, Engagement, Reward and HRIS/Reporting. CIPD qualified or working towards qualification Excellent organisation and attention to detail Confident communicator at all levels Strong IT skills (MS Office; HR systems and SharePoint an advantage) Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Additional language skills (Spanish, French or Italian) are advantageous. The Offer Join a successful and fast-growing UK & international business with a supportive HR Director and team willing to develop The role and salary levels will be based on experience. 2 days per week on site in Salisbury / Hybrid working model Bonus - based on 50% objectives & 50% revenue 25 days holiday plus bank holidays + option to buy 5 days extra Group personal pension scheme, Private Medical & Dental scheme, Life Assurance Income Protection Team events Discounts via a new benefits platform Inclusive, collaborative and global work environment Full-time - Monday-Friday / Hours are 8.30 to 5.30, but a flexible approach is available with the needs of the role/business to consider. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wishes to develop a career in HR The Role: Handling all aspects of HR from assisting with recruitment through to terminations. Must have the ability to choose and/or design and implement new systems and processes, and take on projects to ensure the HR area is managed in an efficient manner. Maintain the information on a personnel system on a daily basis, ensuring everything is up to date at all times. Working with Department Managers and the Finance Team to ensure payroll information is accurate. Working with the Senior Team, the need to challenge and suggest ideas on employee welfare and involvement The Company is also keen to get involved in local community projects and this role will be key to achieving this. The Person: Must be a people person with a bright personality to fit with the team. Able to work on own initiative and come up with ideas on improvements. It is important to gain respect and build relationships throughout the organisation. Someone who likes variety in their job, thrives on challenge and to see results would flourish in this role. Must have great communication skills, orally and written. Must have English GCSE minimum, ability to produce high standard documents and letters etc. Must have a basic knowledge of Employment Law, although for more critical or complex situations, there is support in this area from an external advisor. Preferably a person with a qualification in HR, but will consider someone working towards this, or alternatively with proven experience. Our Referral Incentive: Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from us you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website for any other roles which may be of interest. We offer a 500 referral if you introduce someone we place - see our website for details We regret that this client is not prepared to sponsor work permit or work permit transfer applications. Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK
May 08, 2026
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wishes to develop a career in HR The Role: Handling all aspects of HR from assisting with recruitment through to terminations. Must have the ability to choose and/or design and implement new systems and processes, and take on projects to ensure the HR area is managed in an efficient manner. Maintain the information on a personnel system on a daily basis, ensuring everything is up to date at all times. Working with Department Managers and the Finance Team to ensure payroll information is accurate. Working with the Senior Team, the need to challenge and suggest ideas on employee welfare and involvement The Company is also keen to get involved in local community projects and this role will be key to achieving this. The Person: Must be a people person with a bright personality to fit with the team. Able to work on own initiative and come up with ideas on improvements. It is important to gain respect and build relationships throughout the organisation. Someone who likes variety in their job, thrives on challenge and to see results would flourish in this role. Must have great communication skills, orally and written. Must have English GCSE minimum, ability to produce high standard documents and letters etc. Must have a basic knowledge of Employment Law, although for more critical or complex situations, there is support in this area from an external advisor. Preferably a person with a qualification in HR, but will consider someone working towards this, or alternatively with proven experience. Our Referral Incentive: Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from us you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website for any other roles which may be of interest. We offer a 500 referral if you introduce someone we place - see our website for details We regret that this client is not prepared to sponsor work permit or work permit transfer applications. Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK
In a newly created role to support our Company's growth plans, we are looking for an experienced and proactive Compensation & Benefits expert who is responsible for auditing, designing, implementing, and managing all rewards, compensation and benefits strategies across the EMEA region. This role requires deep market expertise, strong understanding of country-specific legal and regulatory frameworks, and the ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution.This role will sit on the EMEA HR leadership Team and will report directly to the Vice President, HR, EMEA. Key Responsibilities Co-develop and execute the EMEA Compensation & Benefits strategy.Design and implement competitive compensation structures, benefits programs, and incentive models. Compensation & Benefits Management Co-Lead the annual compensation cycle, including budget planning, salary reviews, and bonus processes including LTI programme.Oversee the design and optimization of benefits offerings per country requirements.Maintain a strong understanding of local labour laws, tax rules, and compensation regulations in key EMEA countries.Provide consulting and guidance to HR Business Partners and leaders on regional compensation and benefits matters. Manage and enhance Workday processes related to compensation; Act as strategic advisor to leadership teams on compensation and benefits matters. Vice President of HR, EMEA (Line Manager) Country HR Managers & Country HR Business Partners or equivalent Talent Acquisition Partners across EMEA Senior Finance Stakeholders Senior Management across EMEA Business Process Lead for HR & Workday Country HR Managers & Country HR Business Partners or equivalent HR Systems Manager role Required Skills & Experience Extensive experience in Compensation & Benefits, ideally with responsibility across EMEA or global regions. In-depth understanding of compensation structures, benefits landscapes, and market dynamics across Europe. Solid knowledge of local regulatory and compliance requirements in multiple EMEA countries. Strong proficiency in Workday; experience with additional C&B, Excel, benchmarking (e.g. Mercer IPE), or payroll systems preferred.Excellent analytical capabilities and proven experience working with large datasets. Skills & Competencies Strategic mindset with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. Strong negotiation and influencing skills, comfortable engaging with senior leadership and managing diverse stakeholders.Outstanding (written and verbal) communication and consulting skills in an international environment.Ability to work effectively in both strategic and operational capacities. Solid conflict resolution and problem-solving skillsExcellent time management and organisational abilities to handle multiple projects simultaneously
May 08, 2026
Full time
In a newly created role to support our Company's growth plans, we are looking for an experienced and proactive Compensation & Benefits expert who is responsible for auditing, designing, implementing, and managing all rewards, compensation and benefits strategies across the EMEA region. This role requires deep market expertise, strong understanding of country-specific legal and regulatory frameworks, and the ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution.This role will sit on the EMEA HR leadership Team and will report directly to the Vice President, HR, EMEA. Key Responsibilities Co-develop and execute the EMEA Compensation & Benefits strategy.Design and implement competitive compensation structures, benefits programs, and incentive models. Compensation & Benefits Management Co-Lead the annual compensation cycle, including budget planning, salary reviews, and bonus processes including LTI programme.Oversee the design and optimization of benefits offerings per country requirements.Maintain a strong understanding of local labour laws, tax rules, and compensation regulations in key EMEA countries.Provide consulting and guidance to HR Business Partners and leaders on regional compensation and benefits matters. Manage and enhance Workday processes related to compensation; Act as strategic advisor to leadership teams on compensation and benefits matters. Vice President of HR, EMEA (Line Manager) Country HR Managers & Country HR Business Partners or equivalent Talent Acquisition Partners across EMEA Senior Finance Stakeholders Senior Management across EMEA Business Process Lead for HR & Workday Country HR Managers & Country HR Business Partners or equivalent HR Systems Manager role Required Skills & Experience Extensive experience in Compensation & Benefits, ideally with responsibility across EMEA or global regions. In-depth understanding of compensation structures, benefits landscapes, and market dynamics across Europe. Solid knowledge of local regulatory and compliance requirements in multiple EMEA countries. Strong proficiency in Workday; experience with additional C&B, Excel, benchmarking (e.g. Mercer IPE), or payroll systems preferred.Excellent analytical capabilities and proven experience working with large datasets. Skills & Competencies Strategic mindset with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. Strong negotiation and influencing skills, comfortable engaging with senior leadership and managing diverse stakeholders.Outstanding (written and verbal) communication and consulting skills in an international environment.Ability to work effectively in both strategic and operational capacities. Solid conflict resolution and problem-solving skillsExcellent time management and organisational abilities to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Job Title: People Advisor- CIPD Location: Blackburn (outskirts) - office-based with 1 day working from home Salary: upto £45k + benefits Working Pattern: Full-time, hybrid (3 days office / 2 day WFH ) About the Opportunity I am partnering with a fast-growing, award-winning UK business operating within a technical services environment. Known for its people-first culture, strong values, and ambitious growth plans , this organisation offers a genuinely exciting opportunity for an experienced People Advisor to make a real impact. This is not a "sit in the background" HR role - you'll be at the heart of the business, influencing decisions, shaping culture, and supporting leaders in a fast-paced, evolving environment . The Role Reporting into the Head of People & Culture , you'll act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees , supporting the delivery of the people strategy across the full employee lifecycle. You'll combine hands-on HR delivery with involvement in people projects and cultural initiatives , helping to build an engaged, high-performing workforce. Key Responsibilities Employee Relations & Advisory Act as first point of contact for managers and employees on HR matters Provide guidance on disciplinaries, grievances, absence, and performance management Coach managers to build confidence and capability in people management Support a positive, feedback-driven culture People Operations & Compliance Ensure HR policies and processes are compliant with UK employment law and GDPR Maintain accurate HR records and oversee documentation (contracts, offer letters, changes) Support onboarding and induction processes Produce and analyse HR metrics to inform business decisions Engagement, Culture & Wellbeing Support initiatives that drive engagement, retention, and employee wellbeing Help embed company values across the organisation Partner with managers and HSE teams to support employee wellbeing strategies Talent & Development Support recruitment activity and talent attraction strategies Assist managers with workforce planning and hiring processes Deliver training sessions (e.g. people skills, compliance, onboarding) Promote continuous development and performance management processes Reward & Projects Support salary benchmarking and benefits initiatives Assist with payroll liaison where needed Contribute to HR projects (e.g. HR systems, process improvements, cultural initiatives) About You You'll be a confident and pragmatic HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-moving environment and building strong relationships across the business. Essential: CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience) Strong working knowledge of UK employment law Proven experience managing employee relations casework Experience in a generalist HR role (Advisor level or similar) Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Highly organised with strong attention to detail Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment Desirable: Experience in a service-led, operational, or technical environment Familiarity with HR systems and data reporting Experience supporting change or transformation initiatives What's on Offer Salary circa £40,000- £45,000 (negotiabe for the perfect candidate) Hybrid working (1 day from home) Supportive, collaborative culture Opportunity to influence and shape people practices Exposure to business-wide projects and senior stakeholders Clear opportunity for development and progression Why Apply? This is a brilliant opportunity for an HR professional who wants more than just a transactional role . You'll join a business that genuinely values its people function and gives you the platform to make a visible impact .Send your CV to or call me on for more information.
May 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: People Advisor- CIPD Location: Blackburn (outskirts) - office-based with 1 day working from home Salary: upto £45k + benefits Working Pattern: Full-time, hybrid (3 days office / 2 day WFH ) About the Opportunity I am partnering with a fast-growing, award-winning UK business operating within a technical services environment. Known for its people-first culture, strong values, and ambitious growth plans , this organisation offers a genuinely exciting opportunity for an experienced People Advisor to make a real impact. This is not a "sit in the background" HR role - you'll be at the heart of the business, influencing decisions, shaping culture, and supporting leaders in a fast-paced, evolving environment . The Role Reporting into the Head of People & Culture , you'll act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees , supporting the delivery of the people strategy across the full employee lifecycle. You'll combine hands-on HR delivery with involvement in people projects and cultural initiatives , helping to build an engaged, high-performing workforce. Key Responsibilities Employee Relations & Advisory Act as first point of contact for managers and employees on HR matters Provide guidance on disciplinaries, grievances, absence, and performance management Coach managers to build confidence and capability in people management Support a positive, feedback-driven culture People Operations & Compliance Ensure HR policies and processes are compliant with UK employment law and GDPR Maintain accurate HR records and oversee documentation (contracts, offer letters, changes) Support onboarding and induction processes Produce and analyse HR metrics to inform business decisions Engagement, Culture & Wellbeing Support initiatives that drive engagement, retention, and employee wellbeing Help embed company values across the organisation Partner with managers and HSE teams to support employee wellbeing strategies Talent & Development Support recruitment activity and talent attraction strategies Assist managers with workforce planning and hiring processes Deliver training sessions (e.g. people skills, compliance, onboarding) Promote continuous development and performance management processes Reward & Projects Support salary benchmarking and benefits initiatives Assist with payroll liaison where needed Contribute to HR projects (e.g. HR systems, process improvements, cultural initiatives) About You You'll be a confident and pragmatic HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-moving environment and building strong relationships across the business. Essential: CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience) Strong working knowledge of UK employment law Proven experience managing employee relations casework Experience in a generalist HR role (Advisor level or similar) Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Highly organised with strong attention to detail Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment Desirable: Experience in a service-led, operational, or technical environment Familiarity with HR systems and data reporting Experience supporting change or transformation initiatives What's on Offer Salary circa £40,000- £45,000 (negotiabe for the perfect candidate) Hybrid working (1 day from home) Supportive, collaborative culture Opportunity to influence and shape people practices Exposure to business-wide projects and senior stakeholders Clear opportunity for development and progression Why Apply? This is a brilliant opportunity for an HR professional who wants more than just a transactional role . You'll join a business that genuinely values its people function and gives you the platform to make a visible impact .Send your CV to or call me on for more information.
Were seeking an experienced HR Advisor / People Partner to support an HR Manager with a range of HR generalist and HR Project work for an initial 8-month contract to the end of Dec 2026. Working with the HR Manager and wider HR Team, you will be supporting the business with broad-ranging Senior Advisory support and undertaking HR Projects across a variety of areas including policy development, HR Systems and Pay/Reward. Key ResponsibilitiesGeneralist HR & Employee Relations Act as an internal HR consultant, ensuring compliance with employment law and best practice. Manage formal and informal ER cases, offering pragmatic advice to managers on all aspects of ER, including absence, sickness, long-term health, disciplinary, performance, maternity leave, dismissal, investigations, hearings, flexible working requests and more. Represent HR in interviews, investigations, disciplinary and grievance meetings. Coaching managers and build the capability of senior managers to anticipate and pre-empt organisational issues, as well as resolve issues and effect continuous improvement. Work collaboratively with union representatives where required. Support restructuring and redundancy processes as needed. Strategic HR Projects Support the implementation of a new HR/Payroll system, including HR records, performance, recruitment and onboarding modules. Support with undertaking a pay and reward review, including benchmarking and policy updates. Lead and contribute to HR policy development and departmental projects. Talent, Recruitment & Manager Coaching Drive a consistent approach to recruitment, talent management and succession planning. Advising managers on the recruitment cycle, ensuring best practice is followed. Coach and upskill senior managers to anticipate and resolve people-related issues. Data, Policy & Engagement Produce and analyse HR data for management reports and improvement recommendations. Develop, update and embed HR policies and procedures Build strong internal and external relationships, representing HR at events. Deliver employment related training and workshops. CandidatesWere seeking an experienced HR generalist with a solid background at HR Advisor / Senior HR Advisor/Business Partner levels. Excellent ER capabilities and confidence in managing complex cases in complex environments, ideally unionised. Ability to support change, restructuring and continuous improvement Experience coaching managers and influencing senior stakeholders Ideally experienced in HR Projects including Policy Development, HR Systems, and Pay/Reward activities. Offer 8-month initial fixed-term contract, with scope for further potential Options for full-time, 37 hours, 5 days, or part-time, are considered for 30 hours, 4 days or possibly 3 days. However, a Friday is a core day needed for the role. On-site role Opportunity for an HR Generalist role including HR Projects Benefits 25 days' annual leave (pro-rata) + bank holidays Free On-site parking Close to train station On-site nursery (subject to availability) NEST pension scheme Free/confidential Employee Assistance Programme Staff benefits & discounts platform If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
May 08, 2026
Full time
Were seeking an experienced HR Advisor / People Partner to support an HR Manager with a range of HR generalist and HR Project work for an initial 8-month contract to the end of Dec 2026. Working with the HR Manager and wider HR Team, you will be supporting the business with broad-ranging Senior Advisory support and undertaking HR Projects across a variety of areas including policy development, HR Systems and Pay/Reward. Key ResponsibilitiesGeneralist HR & Employee Relations Act as an internal HR consultant, ensuring compliance with employment law and best practice. Manage formal and informal ER cases, offering pragmatic advice to managers on all aspects of ER, including absence, sickness, long-term health, disciplinary, performance, maternity leave, dismissal, investigations, hearings, flexible working requests and more. Represent HR in interviews, investigations, disciplinary and grievance meetings. Coaching managers and build the capability of senior managers to anticipate and pre-empt organisational issues, as well as resolve issues and effect continuous improvement. Work collaboratively with union representatives where required. Support restructuring and redundancy processes as needed. Strategic HR Projects Support the implementation of a new HR/Payroll system, including HR records, performance, recruitment and onboarding modules. Support with undertaking a pay and reward review, including benchmarking and policy updates. Lead and contribute to HR policy development and departmental projects. Talent, Recruitment & Manager Coaching Drive a consistent approach to recruitment, talent management and succession planning. Advising managers on the recruitment cycle, ensuring best practice is followed. Coach and upskill senior managers to anticipate and resolve people-related issues. Data, Policy & Engagement Produce and analyse HR data for management reports and improvement recommendations. Develop, update and embed HR policies and procedures Build strong internal and external relationships, representing HR at events. Deliver employment related training and workshops. CandidatesWere seeking an experienced HR generalist with a solid background at HR Advisor / Senior HR Advisor/Business Partner levels. Excellent ER capabilities and confidence in managing complex cases in complex environments, ideally unionised. Ability to support change, restructuring and continuous improvement Experience coaching managers and influencing senior stakeholders Ideally experienced in HR Projects including Policy Development, HR Systems, and Pay/Reward activities. Offer 8-month initial fixed-term contract, with scope for further potential Options for full-time, 37 hours, 5 days, or part-time, are considered for 30 hours, 4 days or possibly 3 days. However, a Friday is a core day needed for the role. On-site role Opportunity for an HR Generalist role including HR Projects Benefits 25 days' annual leave (pro-rata) + bank holidays Free On-site parking Close to train station On-site nursery (subject to availability) NEST pension scheme Free/confidential Employee Assistance Programme Staff benefits & discounts platform If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
HR Manager Nord Anglia International School Dublin Dublin, Ireland Full-time, Permanent Hybrid working available ABOUT NAIS DUBLIN Nord Anglia International School Dublin is a premium international school and part of Nord Anglia Education, the world's largest premium international schools organisation, with over 80 schools in more than 30 countries. Our Dublin school serves a diverse international community, offering an ambitious, IB-focused education in a values-driven, wellbeing-centred environment. Our staff sit at the heart of what we do, and our HR function plays a vital role in supporting them. THE OPPORTUNITY This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to take full ownership of the people agenda at an ambitious, growing international school. You will be NAIS Dublin's dedicated HR lead, reporting to the Principal and partnering closely with the Senior Leadership Team. You will line manage the HR Coordinator, and you will be supported by the wider Nord Anglia Europe HR community, with a dotted line to Regional HR Leadership. The role is hands-on, varied and outcomes-focused. You will own the full spectrum of HR delivery: employee relations, recruitment, compliance, performance management, payroll oversight, safeguarding, and staff engagement. This is not a shared-service or advisory role. You will be visible, present, and directly involved in the day-to-day people experience of the school. WHAT YOU WILL DO Lead all employee relations casework end-to-end, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence and exits, with confident judgement and legally compliant outcomes. Provide clear, practical advice to the Principal and line managers on Irish employment law, WRC procedures, HR policy and best practice. Own end-to-end recruitment for teaching and support staff, with safer recruitment practice and Garda vetting embedded throughout. Oversee payroll sign-off, pay reviews and workforce planning in partnership with the Campus Business Manager. Line manage, coach and develop the HR Coordinator, building a credible, service-focused HR function. Ensure the school meets its statutory obligations including working time, equality, statutory leave, GDPR and safeguarding. Maintain the integrity of HR data in SuccessFactors, and the quality of all HR documentation issued to staff. Lead staff engagement, wellbeing and inclusion initiatives in partnership with school leadership. Act as the school's primary liaison with the Nord Anglia Europe HR team. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Essential Desirable Proven HR generalist experience in a regulated environment Strong, current working knowledge of Irish employment law Demonstrable experience managing complex ER cases independently, including WRC preparation Confident adviser to senior leaders on sensitive people matters Experience overseeing or supporting payroll processes High attention to detail and strong data accuracy Clear, credible communicator at all levels CIPD qualification or equivalent, or significant equivalent practical experience Experience in education, healthcare or professional services Experience line managing an HR team member, or working in a small HR function Familiarity with SuccessFactors or a similar HRIS Experience working within a multi-site or group HR structure Experience with international recruitment, work permits and relocation Awareness of the EU Pay Transparency Directive and Irish gender pay gap reporting Familiarity with Garda vetting and safeguarding in a school setting WHY JOIN US Genuine ownership. Full responsibility for a school HR function, with variety and impact from day one. A seat at the table. Close partnership with the Principal and SLT, and a voice that matters in school decisions. A regional HR community. Peers across 10+ European schools, shared tools, and specialist expertise to draw on when you need it. Investment in your development. CIPD and leadership development actively supported, with access to Nord Anglia group specialist functions. Hybrid and flexible working. Presence on campus when it matters, trust and flexibility for the rest. A values-led, inclusive workplace. We want people who bring their whole selves to work. HOW TO APPLY Applications are welcomed via the Nord Anglia careers portal. Please submit your CV and a one-page covering letter explaining why this role, and what you would bring to it. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Queries about the role should be sent to . We are not taking queries by phone. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Nord Anglia International School Dublin is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to complete Garda vetting and any other pre-employment checks required under Irish law and NAE policy. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout our recruitment process. Please let us know what you need. Nord Anglia International School Dublin HR Manager 2026
May 08, 2026
Full time
HR Manager Nord Anglia International School Dublin Dublin, Ireland Full-time, Permanent Hybrid working available ABOUT NAIS DUBLIN Nord Anglia International School Dublin is a premium international school and part of Nord Anglia Education, the world's largest premium international schools organisation, with over 80 schools in more than 30 countries. Our Dublin school serves a diverse international community, offering an ambitious, IB-focused education in a values-driven, wellbeing-centred environment. Our staff sit at the heart of what we do, and our HR function plays a vital role in supporting them. THE OPPORTUNITY This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to take full ownership of the people agenda at an ambitious, growing international school. You will be NAIS Dublin's dedicated HR lead, reporting to the Principal and partnering closely with the Senior Leadership Team. You will line manage the HR Coordinator, and you will be supported by the wider Nord Anglia Europe HR community, with a dotted line to Regional HR Leadership. The role is hands-on, varied and outcomes-focused. You will own the full spectrum of HR delivery: employee relations, recruitment, compliance, performance management, payroll oversight, safeguarding, and staff engagement. This is not a shared-service or advisory role. You will be visible, present, and directly involved in the day-to-day people experience of the school. WHAT YOU WILL DO Lead all employee relations casework end-to-end, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence and exits, with confident judgement and legally compliant outcomes. Provide clear, practical advice to the Principal and line managers on Irish employment law, WRC procedures, HR policy and best practice. Own end-to-end recruitment for teaching and support staff, with safer recruitment practice and Garda vetting embedded throughout. Oversee payroll sign-off, pay reviews and workforce planning in partnership with the Campus Business Manager. Line manage, coach and develop the HR Coordinator, building a credible, service-focused HR function. Ensure the school meets its statutory obligations including working time, equality, statutory leave, GDPR and safeguarding. Maintain the integrity of HR data in SuccessFactors, and the quality of all HR documentation issued to staff. Lead staff engagement, wellbeing and inclusion initiatives in partnership with school leadership. Act as the school's primary liaison with the Nord Anglia Europe HR team. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Essential Desirable Proven HR generalist experience in a regulated environment Strong, current working knowledge of Irish employment law Demonstrable experience managing complex ER cases independently, including WRC preparation Confident adviser to senior leaders on sensitive people matters Experience overseeing or supporting payroll processes High attention to detail and strong data accuracy Clear, credible communicator at all levels CIPD qualification or equivalent, or significant equivalent practical experience Experience in education, healthcare or professional services Experience line managing an HR team member, or working in a small HR function Familiarity with SuccessFactors or a similar HRIS Experience working within a multi-site or group HR structure Experience with international recruitment, work permits and relocation Awareness of the EU Pay Transparency Directive and Irish gender pay gap reporting Familiarity with Garda vetting and safeguarding in a school setting WHY JOIN US Genuine ownership. Full responsibility for a school HR function, with variety and impact from day one. A seat at the table. Close partnership with the Principal and SLT, and a voice that matters in school decisions. A regional HR community. Peers across 10+ European schools, shared tools, and specialist expertise to draw on when you need it. Investment in your development. CIPD and leadership development actively supported, with access to Nord Anglia group specialist functions. Hybrid and flexible working. Presence on campus when it matters, trust and flexibility for the rest. A values-led, inclusive workplace. We want people who bring their whole selves to work. HOW TO APPLY Applications are welcomed via the Nord Anglia careers portal. Please submit your CV and a one-page covering letter explaining why this role, and what you would bring to it. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Queries about the role should be sent to . We are not taking queries by phone. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Nord Anglia International School Dublin is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to complete Garda vetting and any other pre-employment checks required under Irish law and NAE policy. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout our recruitment process. Please let us know what you need. Nord Anglia International School Dublin HR Manager 2026
HR Consultancy Team Lead Glasgow, UK (Hybrid 3 days a week in office) Competitive + Bonus + Benefits Permanent full time We're looking for an experienced HR Consultant Team Lead to join our international HR Consulting function. This is a dual-purpose role combining people leadership with hands-on delivery of complex client work. You will lead a team of international HR consultants while managing your own portfolio of senior client accounts . This role suits someone confident setting standards and acting as a trusted advisor to multinational organisations. What You'll Be Doing Lead, coach, and develop a team of international HR consultants , ensuring consistent, compliant, and timely delivery. Take ownership of service quality and client satisfaction, working within agreed frameworks, KPIs, and data protection standards. Personally manage complex client accounts , providing senior advisory support on employment law, compensation and benefits, immigration, and HR policy. Guide clients through high - impact situations , including restructures, M&A activity, terminations, and cross-border employee mobility. Oversee the preparation and quality of key client deliverables , such as employment contracts, handbooks, policies, and legislation summaries. Work closely with payroll operations and external partners to ensure aligned and seamless client delivery. Support account growth through opportunity identification, proposals, and client pitches. Stay up to date with international employment law changes , sharing knowledge across the team. Act as a senior point of escalation for complex client queries and complaints. Contribute to financial audits by providing records and documentation when required. What We're Looking For Proven experience in international HR consulting or an HR advisory role, with strong knowledge of employment law and HR practices. A demonstrated track record of leading teams , with clear examples of coaching, development, and results. Hands-on experience advising clients on employment contracts , compensation and benefits, HR policy, immigration, and restructuring. Confidence managing complex client relationships where expectations, risk, and judgement are high. Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office , particularly Excel and PowerPoint. Fluent English is essential, with additional European languages a strong advantage. Why Join Us? A senior role combining leadership and hands-on client impact. Exposure to complex international HR challenges across multiple jurisdictions. Real opportunity to shape standards and develop consulting talent . A collaborative, high-performing environment that values expertise and accountability. Please note: We occasionally close vacancies early in the event that we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore we recommend you apply as soon as possible.
May 08, 2026
Full time
HR Consultancy Team Lead Glasgow, UK (Hybrid 3 days a week in office) Competitive + Bonus + Benefits Permanent full time We're looking for an experienced HR Consultant Team Lead to join our international HR Consulting function. This is a dual-purpose role combining people leadership with hands-on delivery of complex client work. You will lead a team of international HR consultants while managing your own portfolio of senior client accounts . This role suits someone confident setting standards and acting as a trusted advisor to multinational organisations. What You'll Be Doing Lead, coach, and develop a team of international HR consultants , ensuring consistent, compliant, and timely delivery. Take ownership of service quality and client satisfaction, working within agreed frameworks, KPIs, and data protection standards. Personally manage complex client accounts , providing senior advisory support on employment law, compensation and benefits, immigration, and HR policy. Guide clients through high - impact situations , including restructures, M&A activity, terminations, and cross-border employee mobility. Oversee the preparation and quality of key client deliverables , such as employment contracts, handbooks, policies, and legislation summaries. Work closely with payroll operations and external partners to ensure aligned and seamless client delivery. Support account growth through opportunity identification, proposals, and client pitches. Stay up to date with international employment law changes , sharing knowledge across the team. Act as a senior point of escalation for complex client queries and complaints. Contribute to financial audits by providing records and documentation when required. What We're Looking For Proven experience in international HR consulting or an HR advisory role, with strong knowledge of employment law and HR practices. A demonstrated track record of leading teams , with clear examples of coaching, development, and results. Hands-on experience advising clients on employment contracts , compensation and benefits, HR policy, immigration, and restructuring. Confidence managing complex client relationships where expectations, risk, and judgement are high. Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office , particularly Excel and PowerPoint. Fluent English is essential, with additional European languages a strong advantage. Why Join Us? A senior role combining leadership and hands-on client impact. Exposure to complex international HR challenges across multiple jurisdictions. Real opportunity to shape standards and develop consulting talent . A collaborative, high-performing environment that values expertise and accountability. Please note: We occasionally close vacancies early in the event that we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore we recommend you apply as soon as possible.
Director of HR (Part-Time) The Company UCL Business (UCLB) is UCL's expert commercialisation partner, bringing brilliant ideas to life - and to market. Working side by side with UCL's academics, clinicians and innovators we turn exceptional research into successful products, spinouts and technologies that change the way the world works, lives and thrives. From life sciences and AI to sustainability and engineering, UCLB plays a pivotal role in turning UCL's world-class research into real-world impact. The Role Reporting directly to the CEO, the Director of People Services will provide strategic leadership across the People function, shaping and delivering a forward-thinking people strategy aligned to UCLB's organisational goals. This is a part-time role (2 days per week), initially offered as a two-year fixed-term contract with the potential to become permanent. Key areas of focus include: Leading strategic workforce planning and organisational design aligned to future growth Acting as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Senior Leadership Team on culture, talent and structure Driving a high-performance, engaged and values-led organisational culture Overseeing governance, policy and compliance, ensuring best practice and legal alignment Leading and developing the People Services team to deliver a high-quality, responsive service Supporting organisational change, including change management programmes and transformation initiatives Embedding data-driven decision making through HR systems, KPIs and workforce insights Providing oversight of reward, payroll governance and benchmarking This role offers the opportunity to influence at the highest level, including Board and Remuneration Committee engagement. The Person You will be a senior, commercially aware HR leader with a proven track record of operating at Executive and Board level. You will bring: Extensive experience shaping and delivering people strategy in complex organisations A strong track record of advising CEOs and senior stakeholders on workforce planning, culture and organisational design Experience leading significant transformation and change management programmes Deep knowledge of UK employment law and governance (CIPD Chartered or equivalent) Strong expertise in performance management, reward strategy and organisational development The ability to translate business strategy into clear, deliverable people plans Credibility, gravitas and the ability to influence at the most senior levels A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with sound judgement and high integrity Experience within innovation-led, academic, or complex stakeholder environments would be advantageous. Location Central London - W1T 7NF Salary & Benefits Salary: Competitive - POA Excellent benefits package Alexander Mae (HR) is delighted to be retained as lead recruiters by UCL Business Ltd for this appointment; any CVs sent directly to UCLB will be redirected to Alexander Mae (HR).
May 08, 2026
Contractor
Director of HR (Part-Time) The Company UCL Business (UCLB) is UCL's expert commercialisation partner, bringing brilliant ideas to life - and to market. Working side by side with UCL's academics, clinicians and innovators we turn exceptional research into successful products, spinouts and technologies that change the way the world works, lives and thrives. From life sciences and AI to sustainability and engineering, UCLB plays a pivotal role in turning UCL's world-class research into real-world impact. The Role Reporting directly to the CEO, the Director of People Services will provide strategic leadership across the People function, shaping and delivering a forward-thinking people strategy aligned to UCLB's organisational goals. This is a part-time role (2 days per week), initially offered as a two-year fixed-term contract with the potential to become permanent. Key areas of focus include: Leading strategic workforce planning and organisational design aligned to future growth Acting as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Senior Leadership Team on culture, talent and structure Driving a high-performance, engaged and values-led organisational culture Overseeing governance, policy and compliance, ensuring best practice and legal alignment Leading and developing the People Services team to deliver a high-quality, responsive service Supporting organisational change, including change management programmes and transformation initiatives Embedding data-driven decision making through HR systems, KPIs and workforce insights Providing oversight of reward, payroll governance and benchmarking This role offers the opportunity to influence at the highest level, including Board and Remuneration Committee engagement. The Person You will be a senior, commercially aware HR leader with a proven track record of operating at Executive and Board level. You will bring: Extensive experience shaping and delivering people strategy in complex organisations A strong track record of advising CEOs and senior stakeholders on workforce planning, culture and organisational design Experience leading significant transformation and change management programmes Deep knowledge of UK employment law and governance (CIPD Chartered or equivalent) Strong expertise in performance management, reward strategy and organisational development The ability to translate business strategy into clear, deliverable people plans Credibility, gravitas and the ability to influence at the most senior levels A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with sound judgement and high integrity Experience within innovation-led, academic, or complex stakeholder environments would be advantageous. Location Central London - W1T 7NF Salary & Benefits Salary: Competitive - POA Excellent benefits package Alexander Mae (HR) is delighted to be retained as lead recruiters by UCL Business Ltd for this appointment; any CVs sent directly to UCLB will be redirected to Alexander Mae (HR).
A dynamic boutique law firm in London is seeking a Legal Operations & Senior HR Advisor for a 12-month maternity contract. The role involves managing all HR aspects, including payroll, benefits, and recruitment, while ensuring smooth daily operations. Candidates should have strong HR management experience and excellent communication skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within an enthusiastic team under professional leadership.
May 08, 2026
Full time
A dynamic boutique law firm in London is seeking a Legal Operations & Senior HR Advisor for a 12-month maternity contract. The role involves managing all HR aspects, including payroll, benefits, and recruitment, while ensuring smooth daily operations. Candidates should have strong HR management experience and excellent communication skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within an enthusiastic team under professional leadership.
HR Manager - 8 M FTC Media - London Hybrid - c60-65k pro rataYour new companyA UK-based organisation is seeking an experienced HR Manager to support its people agenda and deliver a broad range of operational and advisory HR services. This role offers a high level of autonomy and responsibility and would suit an HR professional who enjoys variety, ownership, and close partnership with line managers.Your new roleWorking closely with senior stakeholders, you will provide end-to-end HR support to managers and employees across the UK. The role combines hands-on stand alone HR delivery with advisory input, ensuring robust processes, legal compliance, and an effective employee experience.Key areas of responsibility include: Delivering HR administration across the full employee lifecycle, including contracts, documentation, and HR system data management Advising on employee relations matters, supporting managers and ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation Coordinating recruitment and selection activity from approval through onboarding and exit processes Supporting annual people processes such as performance management and reward reviews Liaising with payroll and related specialists to support accurate and timely UK payroll activity Supporting learning and development activity, including training coordination and development agreements Assisting with internal communications and employee engagement initiatives What you'll need to succeedCIPD qualified or equivalent, you will have proven experience of working as an HR Manager within a fast paced media environment or equivalent where you have operated in a stand alone or small team environment. You will be able to demonstrate a strong grounding in UK employment law and HR best practice, experience supporting managers in a changing, deadline-driven environment, confidence handling employee relations matters with professionalism and sound judgement. You will have Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solvers skills and high levels of discretion, attention to detail, and personal credibility. You will be able to demonstrate confidence using HR systems, Excel, and people data to support decision-makingIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
May 08, 2026
Contractor
HR Manager - 8 M FTC Media - London Hybrid - c60-65k pro rataYour new companyA UK-based organisation is seeking an experienced HR Manager to support its people agenda and deliver a broad range of operational and advisory HR services. This role offers a high level of autonomy and responsibility and would suit an HR professional who enjoys variety, ownership, and close partnership with line managers.Your new roleWorking closely with senior stakeholders, you will provide end-to-end HR support to managers and employees across the UK. The role combines hands-on stand alone HR delivery with advisory input, ensuring robust processes, legal compliance, and an effective employee experience.Key areas of responsibility include: Delivering HR administration across the full employee lifecycle, including contracts, documentation, and HR system data management Advising on employee relations matters, supporting managers and ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation Coordinating recruitment and selection activity from approval through onboarding and exit processes Supporting annual people processes such as performance management and reward reviews Liaising with payroll and related specialists to support accurate and timely UK payroll activity Supporting learning and development activity, including training coordination and development agreements Assisting with internal communications and employee engagement initiatives What you'll need to succeedCIPD qualified or equivalent, you will have proven experience of working as an HR Manager within a fast paced media environment or equivalent where you have operated in a stand alone or small team environment. You will be able to demonstrate a strong grounding in UK employment law and HR best practice, experience supporting managers in a changing, deadline-driven environment, confidence handling employee relations matters with professionalism and sound judgement. You will have Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solvers skills and high levels of discretion, attention to detail, and personal credibility. You will be able to demonstrate confidence using HR systems, Excel, and people data to support decision-makingIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Our client - a niche and dynamic boutique law firm - are urgently looking to recruit a Legal Operations & Senior HR Advisor to join the HR team in London on a 12 month maternity contract dealing with all aspects of HR and Operations for the firm Daily responsibilities will include the entire HR mix :- Monthly payroll reports Dealing with Benefits for the firm Parental - maternity/paternity leavers Organising the Appraisal process for all staff Dealing with all Grievance and Employee Relation issues Organising the annual Salary Review process Dealing with all recruitment procedures Administrating and processing onboarding for the firm On the Operations side:- Overseeing all daily operations to ensure the smooth running of the firm Organising firmwide and specific HR events Dealing with office and meeting room moves Monitoring of health and safety requirements This is an opportunity not to be missed, working within an extremely passionate team and under the ultimate level of professional leadership with the Head of HR of this amazing law firm.
May 08, 2026
Full time
Our client - a niche and dynamic boutique law firm - are urgently looking to recruit a Legal Operations & Senior HR Advisor to join the HR team in London on a 12 month maternity contract dealing with all aspects of HR and Operations for the firm Daily responsibilities will include the entire HR mix :- Monthly payroll reports Dealing with Benefits for the firm Parental - maternity/paternity leavers Organising the Appraisal process for all staff Dealing with all Grievance and Employee Relation issues Organising the annual Salary Review process Dealing with all recruitment procedures Administrating and processing onboarding for the firm On the Operations side:- Overseeing all daily operations to ensure the smooth running of the firm Organising firmwide and specific HR events Dealing with office and meeting room moves Monitoring of health and safety requirements This is an opportunity not to be missed, working within an extremely passionate team and under the ultimate level of professional leadership with the Head of HR of this amazing law firm.
An opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Senior / Semi Senior Accountant to join a well-established professional accountancy firm providing accounting, tax, and business advisory services to small and medium-sized organisations. As an Accounts Senior / Semi Senior Accountant, you will be overseeing day-to-day bookkeeping duties while supporting a diverse client base. This is a full-time role offering hybrid working options (3 days in office, 2 days from home), a salary range of £35,000 - £40,000 and benefits. You will be responsible for: Performing reconciliations across all key balance sheet accounts, including bank, VAT, credit cards, receivables, payables, payroll, CIS, intercompany and loans. Managing purchase invoices, staff expenses and supplier payments Handling credit control activities and preparing VAT submissions Managing your own portfolio of clients Assisting with system integrations and supporting the preparation of year-end accounts Providing regular communication and assistance to clients Responding to client queries in a timely, professional manner Helping to guide and support junior team members What we are looking for Previously worked as an Accounts Senior, Accounts Semi Senior, Semi Senior Accountant, Accounting Technician, Bookkeeper, Practice Accountant, Accounts Technician, Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or in a simple role. Ideally have 5 years of experience within a accountancy practice or Qualified by Experience Strong expertise in reconciliations, accounting journals, VAT and CIS. Confident preparing VAT returns with up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations Solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping principles Skilled user of cloud-based accounting software, particularly Xero Exceptional accuracy and a methodical approach to all financial tasks A personable manner and genuine enjoyment working directly with clients What s on offer Competitive salary Hybrid working arrangement Flexitime scheme Company pension Free on-site parking Access to optional private medical cover Health and wellbeing support programme Sick pay Enhanced maternity / paternity leave Bonus scheme Life assurance Opportunities for progression in a supportive environment Ongoing training and development This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Senior / Semi Senior Accountant to join a respected firm and take the next step in your career. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
May 08, 2026
Full time
An opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Senior / Semi Senior Accountant to join a well-established professional accountancy firm providing accounting, tax, and business advisory services to small and medium-sized organisations. As an Accounts Senior / Semi Senior Accountant, you will be overseeing day-to-day bookkeeping duties while supporting a diverse client base. This is a full-time role offering hybrid working options (3 days in office, 2 days from home), a salary range of £35,000 - £40,000 and benefits. You will be responsible for: Performing reconciliations across all key balance sheet accounts, including bank, VAT, credit cards, receivables, payables, payroll, CIS, intercompany and loans. Managing purchase invoices, staff expenses and supplier payments Handling credit control activities and preparing VAT submissions Managing your own portfolio of clients Assisting with system integrations and supporting the preparation of year-end accounts Providing regular communication and assistance to clients Responding to client queries in a timely, professional manner Helping to guide and support junior team members What we are looking for Previously worked as an Accounts Senior, Accounts Semi Senior, Semi Senior Accountant, Accounting Technician, Bookkeeper, Practice Accountant, Accounts Technician, Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or in a simple role. Ideally have 5 years of experience within a accountancy practice or Qualified by Experience Strong expertise in reconciliations, accounting journals, VAT and CIS. Confident preparing VAT returns with up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations Solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping principles Skilled user of cloud-based accounting software, particularly Xero Exceptional accuracy and a methodical approach to all financial tasks A personable manner and genuine enjoyment working directly with clients What s on offer Competitive salary Hybrid working arrangement Flexitime scheme Company pension Free on-site parking Access to optional private medical cover Health and wellbeing support programme Sick pay Enhanced maternity / paternity leave Bonus scheme Life assurance Opportunities for progression in a supportive environment Ongoing training and development This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Senior / Semi Senior Accountant to join a respected firm and take the next step in your career. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
Senior Financial Accountant Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + benefits Location: Bristol (Hybrid) Duration: Permanent We're working with a growing, multi-entity business looking to bring in a Senior Financial Accountant to strengthen their finance function. This is a business in growth mode, with multiple entities, increasing complexity, and a real need for someone who can own the numbers, tighten controls, and elevate reporting. You'll sit at the heart of the finance function, working closely with a high-calibre Head of Finance, taking responsibility for both management and statutory reporting, while helping shape processes as the business continues to scale. If you enjoy getting into the detail but also improving the bigger picture, you'll feel right at home here. What You'll Be Doing You'll take ownership across the full financial accounting cycle, including: Leading the monthly management accounts process across multiple entities Owning balance sheet integrity - reconciliations, controls, and accuracy Managing intercompany transactions and ensuring timely settlements Preparing VAT returns and supporting tax/payment planning Supporting cashflow forecasting and wider financial insight Overseeing payroll processes On the statutory side: Leading the year-end audit process , acting as key contact for auditors Preparing ETB (Extended Trial Balance) and supporting audit adjustments Delivering statutory accounts across group entities within deadlines Working closely with external advisors to ensure smooth, compliant reporting Beyond the Numbers This role isn't just about reporting; it's about progression and improvement : Driving process improvements and automation across finance Supporting systems enhancements and integrations (ERP / eCommerce / operational systems) Playing a key role in finance transformation initiatives Promoting strong financial governance and controls across the business Supporting and reviewing work within the wider finance team What We're Looking For We're looking for someone technically strong, but also commercially aware: ACA / ACCA qualified 3-5+ years PQE in a fast-paced environment Strong background in financial accounting / audit / controllership Strong knowledge of FRS 102 Confident working with senior stakeholders Bonus points for: Experience improving systems or processes Exposure to ERP environments / finance transformation The Person You'll likely be: Detail-oriented but able to see the bigger picture Commercially minded and solutions-focused Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, regulated environment Someone who enjoys ownership, accountability, and improving things Collaborative, but confident enough to challenge where needed Why This Role? Genuine ownership of financial reporting across a group structure A business that's evolving, not standing still Opportunity to shape processes and systems , not just follow them Strong leadership and a supportive finance environment Clear scope to add value beyond your job description If this sounds like the kind of role where you can make an impact (not just tick boxes), let's have a conversation.
May 08, 2026
Full time
Senior Financial Accountant Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + benefits Location: Bristol (Hybrid) Duration: Permanent We're working with a growing, multi-entity business looking to bring in a Senior Financial Accountant to strengthen their finance function. This is a business in growth mode, with multiple entities, increasing complexity, and a real need for someone who can own the numbers, tighten controls, and elevate reporting. You'll sit at the heart of the finance function, working closely with a high-calibre Head of Finance, taking responsibility for both management and statutory reporting, while helping shape processes as the business continues to scale. If you enjoy getting into the detail but also improving the bigger picture, you'll feel right at home here. What You'll Be Doing You'll take ownership across the full financial accounting cycle, including: Leading the monthly management accounts process across multiple entities Owning balance sheet integrity - reconciliations, controls, and accuracy Managing intercompany transactions and ensuring timely settlements Preparing VAT returns and supporting tax/payment planning Supporting cashflow forecasting and wider financial insight Overseeing payroll processes On the statutory side: Leading the year-end audit process , acting as key contact for auditors Preparing ETB (Extended Trial Balance) and supporting audit adjustments Delivering statutory accounts across group entities within deadlines Working closely with external advisors to ensure smooth, compliant reporting Beyond the Numbers This role isn't just about reporting; it's about progression and improvement : Driving process improvements and automation across finance Supporting systems enhancements and integrations (ERP / eCommerce / operational systems) Playing a key role in finance transformation initiatives Promoting strong financial governance and controls across the business Supporting and reviewing work within the wider finance team What We're Looking For We're looking for someone technically strong, but also commercially aware: ACA / ACCA qualified 3-5+ years PQE in a fast-paced environment Strong background in financial accounting / audit / controllership Strong knowledge of FRS 102 Confident working with senior stakeholders Bonus points for: Experience improving systems or processes Exposure to ERP environments / finance transformation The Person You'll likely be: Detail-oriented but able to see the bigger picture Commercially minded and solutions-focused Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, regulated environment Someone who enjoys ownership, accountability, and improving things Collaborative, but confident enough to challenge where needed Why This Role? Genuine ownership of financial reporting across a group structure A business that's evolving, not standing still Opportunity to shape processes and systems , not just follow them Strong leadership and a supportive finance environment Clear scope to add value beyond your job description If this sounds like the kind of role where you can make an impact (not just tick boxes), let's have a conversation.
As an Implementation Consultant, you will be responsible for delivering implementation consultancy activities for Zellis customers on multiple aspects of their solutions or services delivery. You will be responsible for advising and working with customers to help them understand, implement, configure or test good practice use of Zellis suite of customer solutions and advise on industry leading processes and operational service design. This role may lead delivery directly or will work closely with the implementation project or programme manager. They will also partner with customer stakeholders and business representatives to support the achievement of the relevant delivery milestones on time, at the highest level of quality and on budget. Responsibilities Acting as a good practice advisor, coach and subject matter expert on industry leading processes and Zellis range of solutions and services, partnering with the customer to develop a One Team approach to delivery and to ensure that all activities are delivered on time, at the highest level of quality and on budget Managing, scheduling and coordinating all activities assigned to you so that they are undertaken in accordance with the relevant plan, working alongside and in partnership with the wider Zellis and customer project team Completing testing of any deliverables or supporting activities assigned to you as part of the implementation plan to the highest level of quality and where agreed, in line with all acceptance criteria Supporting the project or programme manager in 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 Anticipating and managing ongoing risks and issues (including mitigation and resolution), and ensuring that they are escalated to the Implementation project or programme manager (or Zellis senior leader) in a timely fashion Skills & Experience Experience delivering on small, non-complex Implementation, software, advisory or Managed Services customers with small-medium scale employee volumes (under 10,000 EE s and £300k budgets) Significant experence implementing HCM or Payroll software Significant understanding of Payroll processing and legislation Proficiency in ZIP APIs, connectors and integration methods Proficiency in data migration and loading for medium complexity data structures, as well as master data and payroll reconciliation for medium complexity employee payroll data, gross to net calculations and associated outputs 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 08, 2026
Full time
As an Implementation Consultant, you will be responsible for delivering implementation consultancy activities for Zellis customers on multiple aspects of their solutions or services delivery. You will be responsible for advising and working with customers to help them understand, implement, configure or test good practice use of Zellis suite of customer solutions and advise on industry leading processes and operational service design. This role may lead delivery directly or will work closely with the implementation project or programme manager. They will also partner with customer stakeholders and business representatives to support the achievement of the relevant delivery milestones on time, at the highest level of quality and on budget. Responsibilities Acting as a good practice advisor, coach and subject matter expert on industry leading processes and Zellis range of solutions and services, partnering with the customer to develop a One Team approach to delivery and to ensure that all activities are delivered on time, at the highest level of quality and on budget Managing, scheduling and coordinating all activities assigned to you so that they are undertaken in accordance with the relevant plan, working alongside and in partnership with the wider Zellis and customer project team Completing testing of any deliverables or supporting activities assigned to you as part of the implementation plan to the highest level of quality and where agreed, in line with all acceptance criteria Supporting the project or programme manager in 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 Anticipating and managing ongoing risks and issues (including mitigation and resolution), and ensuring that they are escalated to the Implementation project or programme manager (or Zellis senior leader) in a timely fashion Skills & Experience Experience delivering on small, non-complex Implementation, software, advisory or Managed Services customers with small-medium scale employee volumes (under 10,000 EE s and £300k budgets) Significant experence implementing HCM or Payroll software Significant understanding of Payroll processing and legislation Proficiency in ZIP APIs, connectors and integration methods Proficiency in data migration and loading for medium complexity data structures, as well as master data and payroll reconciliation for medium complexity employee payroll data, gross to net calculations and associated outputs 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.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world.Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited, and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working hard and working together, our Tax team thrives on keeping busy. Friendly, driven, and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. We'll help you succeed This role will provide expatriate tax compliance and advisory services for a wide range of clients with an international presence/focus. UK employment tax experience/knowledge would also be helpful, but not essential. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of existing clients and assist with the development of targets in order to ensure the continued growth of the business. You will also provide assistance to senior members of staff in both client work and in the management of the group, as appropriate. Key to the role is for the individual to be able to pro-actively manage their own workload, communicating with directors/partners on a regular basis. This is essential due to the size and nature of the team. Furthermore, the individual will be expected to be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. When you join us, we'll make your growth our priority. If you can demonstrate the following skills, we can help you go far. We're looking for someone with: Significant understanding of and previous experience within expatriate tax compliance, dealing with the annual tax return process of both small clients and those with a much more extensive number of assignees. Demonstration of knowledge in respect of various tax reimbursement methods, the operation of payroll internationally and international social security is important Knowledge of recent key updates and areas of focus in the area of Expatriate Tax is essential, e.g. the Statutory Residence Test, Short Term Business Visitors, Non-Resident Directors etc. Expatriate Tax advisory experience Ability to manage a large and varied client portfolio Demonstrable staff management experience Ability actively seeks opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or qualified by experienceYou'll also be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand.At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions.We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 07, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world.Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited, and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working hard and working together, our Tax team thrives on keeping busy. Friendly, driven, and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. We'll help you succeed This role will provide expatriate tax compliance and advisory services for a wide range of clients with an international presence/focus. UK employment tax experience/knowledge would also be helpful, but not essential. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of existing clients and assist with the development of targets in order to ensure the continued growth of the business. You will also provide assistance to senior members of staff in both client work and in the management of the group, as appropriate. Key to the role is for the individual to be able to pro-actively manage their own workload, communicating with directors/partners on a regular basis. This is essential due to the size and nature of the team. Furthermore, the individual will be expected to be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. When you join us, we'll make your growth our priority. If you can demonstrate the following skills, we can help you go far. We're looking for someone with: Significant understanding of and previous experience within expatriate tax compliance, dealing with the annual tax return process of both small clients and those with a much more extensive number of assignees. Demonstration of knowledge in respect of various tax reimbursement methods, the operation of payroll internationally and international social security is important Knowledge of recent key updates and areas of focus in the area of Expatriate Tax is essential, e.g. the Statutory Residence Test, Short Term Business Visitors, Non-Resident Directors etc. Expatriate Tax advisory experience Ability to manage a large and varied client portfolio Demonstrable staff management experience Ability actively seeks opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or qualified by experienceYou'll also be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand.At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions.We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Are you an experienced Tax Manager looking for your next challenge? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Tax Manager to take ownership of the Group's tax affairs across UK corporation tax, VAT and PAYE/NIC. You'll play a pivotal role in driving improvements to processes and controls, while working closely with senior finance leadership, including supporting and deputising for the Group Financial Controller and Finance Director. What will you be doing? Compliance & Reporting: Manage tax in accordance with The FA's Tax Strategy and Tax Governance Framework and keep these up to date. Support Commercial Finance in the preparation of corporation tax forecasts for the annual budget, medium-term financial plan and scenario analysis as required. Preparation and submission of UK corporate tax computations and quarterly instalment calculations. Responsible for year-end tax provisioning and disclosures in the statutory financial statements. Perform detailed review and analysis of quarterly VAT returns and appropriate accounting entries. Review of internal processes/databases to ensure tax compliance in all areas is efficiently managed so that comfort can be provided for SAO sign-off. Support the Payroll team with ad-hoc employment tax compliance, including reviewing annual PSA returns. Liaise with external advisers and assist payroll with part-resident employee tax advice. Manage external advisers in the provision of RDEC and Capital Allowances claims. Manage relationship with HMRC, including dispute resolution. Build and maintain a comprehensive permanent database of tax information and establish project files for specific tax advice that can be easily referenced. Advisory: Manage all the tax affairs of the Group, covering corporation tax, VAT and PAYE/NIC and ensure advice across all taxes is consistent, giving consideration to both UK and foreign taxes. Manage exposure to and assess risks of major taxes to the Group and proactively initiate tax projects. Ensure the group is proactive in its tax planning and reviews material contracts/projects to ensure they are set up in the most tax-efficient way. Be the main point of contact for the business on tax issues and proactively partner with the rest of the business (Legal/HR/Procurement/Property, etc.) to support in decision-making, providing relevant and practical advice. Assess the impact of new and proposed UK tax legislation and update the business accordingly. People : Build and manage strong relationships with HMRC and HMT and professional tax advisors for the FA Group and County FAs. Build and manage the relationship with key stakeholders, including payroll, commercial finance, financial operations, financial accounting, and the external auditor, etc. Other : Executes additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities. Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure that the highest standards of health, safety, and well-being can be maintained. As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance. What are we looking for? Essential for the role: A recognised tax qualification. Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA) - minimum 2 years PQE. Experience within the tax department of a medium to large accounting practice or corporate organisation, including leading the year-end audit process from a tax perspective. Strong experience in Corporation tax and experience in preparing/reviewing VAT returns. Building and managing strong relationships both internally and with external organisations. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to disseminate technical information clearly and concisely to a variety of stakeholders. Ability to cope under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Understanding of the broader impact of decisions and ensuring all stakeholders are appropriately engaged. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Beneficial to have: Relevant operational finance experience. Good understanding of the football/sports industry. Alphatax experience. Workday Accounting system experience. In-house experience of working in the industry. Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) What's in it for you? We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles. To achieve this, we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire, which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders. We currently operate a hybrid working model. The Finance team is expected to work from Wembley Stadium for part of the week, as required by the team, with the remaining days worked remotely. This typically means being in the office 2-3 days per week, usually Tuesday to Thursday. This arrangement is kept under review and may be adjusted in the future if necessary. We pride ourselves on offering a competitive salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below: Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encourages you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being. Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park. Free private medical cover. A contributory pension scheme. An additional 'Thank You' day's leave, volunteering days, as well as 25 days of annual leave ( based on a full-time, permanent contract ) A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility. For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work. We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application. As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance
May 07, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Tax Manager looking for your next challenge? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Tax Manager to take ownership of the Group's tax affairs across UK corporation tax, VAT and PAYE/NIC. You'll play a pivotal role in driving improvements to processes and controls, while working closely with senior finance leadership, including supporting and deputising for the Group Financial Controller and Finance Director. What will you be doing? Compliance & Reporting: Manage tax in accordance with The FA's Tax Strategy and Tax Governance Framework and keep these up to date. Support Commercial Finance in the preparation of corporation tax forecasts for the annual budget, medium-term financial plan and scenario analysis as required. Preparation and submission of UK corporate tax computations and quarterly instalment calculations. Responsible for year-end tax provisioning and disclosures in the statutory financial statements. Perform detailed review and analysis of quarterly VAT returns and appropriate accounting entries. Review of internal processes/databases to ensure tax compliance in all areas is efficiently managed so that comfort can be provided for SAO sign-off. Support the Payroll team with ad-hoc employment tax compliance, including reviewing annual PSA returns. Liaise with external advisers and assist payroll with part-resident employee tax advice. Manage external advisers in the provision of RDEC and Capital Allowances claims. Manage relationship with HMRC, including dispute resolution. Build and maintain a comprehensive permanent database of tax information and establish project files for specific tax advice that can be easily referenced. Advisory: Manage all the tax affairs of the Group, covering corporation tax, VAT and PAYE/NIC and ensure advice across all taxes is consistent, giving consideration to both UK and foreign taxes. Manage exposure to and assess risks of major taxes to the Group and proactively initiate tax projects. Ensure the group is proactive in its tax planning and reviews material contracts/projects to ensure they are set up in the most tax-efficient way. Be the main point of contact for the business on tax issues and proactively partner with the rest of the business (Legal/HR/Procurement/Property, etc.) to support in decision-making, providing relevant and practical advice. Assess the impact of new and proposed UK tax legislation and update the business accordingly. People : Build and manage strong relationships with HMRC and HMT and professional tax advisors for the FA Group and County FAs. Build and manage the relationship with key stakeholders, including payroll, commercial finance, financial operations, financial accounting, and the external auditor, etc. Other : Executes additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities. Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure that the highest standards of health, safety, and well-being can be maintained. As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance. What are we looking for? Essential for the role: A recognised tax qualification. Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA) - minimum 2 years PQE. Experience within the tax department of a medium to large accounting practice or corporate organisation, including leading the year-end audit process from a tax perspective. Strong experience in Corporation tax and experience in preparing/reviewing VAT returns. Building and managing strong relationships both internally and with external organisations. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to disseminate technical information clearly and concisely to a variety of stakeholders. Ability to cope under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Understanding of the broader impact of decisions and ensuring all stakeholders are appropriately engaged. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Beneficial to have: Relevant operational finance experience. Good understanding of the football/sports industry. Alphatax experience. Workday Accounting system experience. In-house experience of working in the industry. Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) What's in it for you? We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles. To achieve this, we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire, which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders. We currently operate a hybrid working model. The Finance team is expected to work from Wembley Stadium for part of the week, as required by the team, with the remaining days worked remotely. This typically means being in the office 2-3 days per week, usually Tuesday to Thursday. This arrangement is kept under review and may be adjusted in the future if necessary. We pride ourselves on offering a competitive salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below: Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encourages you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being. Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park. Free private medical cover. A contributory pension scheme. An additional 'Thank You' day's leave, volunteering days, as well as 25 days of annual leave ( based on a full-time, permanent contract ) A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility. For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work. We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application. As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance
Financial Controller Location: Bedford (Hybrid working available) Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract: Permanent About the Role NRG is partnering with a well-respected SME in the service sector to recruit an experienced and hands-on Financial Controller . This is a pivotal role within the organisation, leading the finance function and contributing directly to both strategic and operational decision-making. Reporting to the General Manager and managing a small finance team, you will oversee all financial activities, ensuring strong controls, accurate reporting, and effective financial planning. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a varied environment where responsibilities are broad and your impact is visible. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage day-to-day finance operations, including AP, AR, general ledger, and payroll. Produce accurate and timely monthly, half-yearly, and annual financial statements. Develop, implement, and monitor robust internal controls to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Coordinate external audits and tax filings, working closely with auditors and tax advisors. Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses to support strategic decision-making. Monitor cash flow and maintain the organisation's financial stability. Provide insightful financial analysis to senior management, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities. Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department heads. Manage relationships with banks, financial institutions, insurance brokers, HR consultancy, and other external partners. Drive continuous improvement by enhancing financial systems, processes, and reporting. Mentor and support the Finance Assistant and Senior Finance Assistant. Undertake ad hoc financial analysis and project work as required. Act as the key contact for HR and Health & Safety advisory services. About You You combine strong technical expertise with confident leadership and a proactive, hands-on approach. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced SME environment and managing a varied workload with accuracy and composure. Essential Qualifications & Experience ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified. Minimum 5 years' experience in accounting or finance roles, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial position. Experience working in a small organisation with a broad finance remit. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls. Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Sage). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. High attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. A solutions-focused mindset and commitment to continuous professional development. What's on Offer Competitive salary up to £55,000 Hybrid working Cash health plan Life insurance Supportive, friendly, and collaborative team culture Free on-site parking
May 07, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller Location: Bedford (Hybrid working available) Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract: Permanent About the Role NRG is partnering with a well-respected SME in the service sector to recruit an experienced and hands-on Financial Controller . This is a pivotal role within the organisation, leading the finance function and contributing directly to both strategic and operational decision-making. Reporting to the General Manager and managing a small finance team, you will oversee all financial activities, ensuring strong controls, accurate reporting, and effective financial planning. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a varied environment where responsibilities are broad and your impact is visible. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage day-to-day finance operations, including AP, AR, general ledger, and payroll. Produce accurate and timely monthly, half-yearly, and annual financial statements. Develop, implement, and monitor robust internal controls to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Coordinate external audits and tax filings, working closely with auditors and tax advisors. Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses to support strategic decision-making. Monitor cash flow and maintain the organisation's financial stability. Provide insightful financial analysis to senior management, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities. Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department heads. Manage relationships with banks, financial institutions, insurance brokers, HR consultancy, and other external partners. Drive continuous improvement by enhancing financial systems, processes, and reporting. Mentor and support the Finance Assistant and Senior Finance Assistant. Undertake ad hoc financial analysis and project work as required. Act as the key contact for HR and Health & Safety advisory services. About You You combine strong technical expertise with confident leadership and a proactive, hands-on approach. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced SME environment and managing a varied workload with accuracy and composure. Essential Qualifications & Experience ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified. Minimum 5 years' experience in accounting or finance roles, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial position. Experience working in a small organisation with a broad finance remit. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls. Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Sage). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. High attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. A solutions-focused mindset and commitment to continuous professional development. What's on Offer Competitive salary up to £55,000 Hybrid working Cash health plan Life insurance Supportive, friendly, and collaborative team culture Free on-site parking
