Senior Manager, Equity Portfolio Management Homes England National Housing Bank 59,631 - 69,548 Location: Hybrid 50/50 Our new Headquarters are in Leeds but colleagues can be based in our Leeds, Birmingham, Liverpool or Manchester office. Homes England is launching the National Housing Bank, a new government-backed investment platform to accelerate housing delivery across England. With 16bn in capital, it will unlock private investment, support regeneration and accelerate housing delivery across the UK. Joining now offers a rare opportunity to shape a major new national investment platform from the ground up. The role holder will be responsible for managing a portfolio of Equity transactions for Homes England. For a senior portfolio manager, these will be larger or more complex either by purpose, nature of client or deal structure. Portfolio size will vary based on complexity with between 3 and 5 likely depending on the types of deals in the portfolio. The post will report directly to a Head of Equity, JVs and Partnerships in Portfolio Management albeit on some occasions there may be peer reporting. Line management or coaching other staff may feature. The role is to ensure that homes and funding are delivered as planned in line with the risk appetite and annual budget of the agency. The candidate will need to provide strong stewardship, managing risks and Investment Partner relationships (including C-Suite) with Partnership documentation as the core relationship document. Regular monitoring, reporting and assurance are key features. Managing and maintaining the relationship with the client is a key factor. The opportunity Responsibilities include: Ensure delivery of housing outputs and Investment delivery/ recovery in line with the credit approval and forecasts of each transaction in line with the Investments Business Plan and the annual budget. Developing strong and positive relationships with Investment Partners and the professional community and advisers. Manage the risk profile and performance of the transactions within the risk appetite of the agency and in line with the Recovery Rate of the programme. Ensure all risk reporting of transactions is timely and of high quality. Identify deterioration in risk profile at an early stage, engage positively with customers to address and ensure this is managed professionally and in line with guidance, working with Risk and Distressed Investments. Maintain and report on relevant data metrics including key commercial/ financial metrics such as NPVs, IRRs, Dividend Yields), for asset performance including portfolio composition and stewardship activity and provide strong quality assurance and reporting as required. Critical assessment of business plans and financial models providing suitable challenge to meet investment objectives and return criteria Engaging with senior management at Board and Governance Committee level Candidate profile Degree level qualification or equivalent experience of industry professional e.g. Banker, Accountant, Corporate Finance, or similar. Good experience and understanding of risk and client management of a portfolio of equity investments or loans in the real estate sector. Experience of working with underperforming transactions. Ability to review and interrogate financial models, with understanding of core investor metrics including return on investments, discounted cashflows, IRRs, income/ dividend yields, and funding structures. Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise own workload. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Why join? Help build a new national investment institution Work on complex housing and regeneration transactions Deploy 16bn of government-backed capital Hybrid 50/50 working across multiple national locations Defined benefit pension and strong public-sector benefits Contact point for applicants Name : Ciara Lynn Email : Recruitment team Email : Closing date: 8th June 2026 Right to Work in the UK is required.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Manager, Equity Portfolio Management Homes England National Housing Bank 59,631 - 69,548 Location: Hybrid 50/50 Our new Headquarters are in Leeds but colleagues can be based in our Leeds, Birmingham, Liverpool or Manchester office. Homes England is launching the National Housing Bank, a new government-backed investment platform to accelerate housing delivery across England. With 16bn in capital, it will unlock private investment, support regeneration and accelerate housing delivery across the UK. Joining now offers a rare opportunity to shape a major new national investment platform from the ground up. The role holder will be responsible for managing a portfolio of Equity transactions for Homes England. For a senior portfolio manager, these will be larger or more complex either by purpose, nature of client or deal structure. Portfolio size will vary based on complexity with between 3 and 5 likely depending on the types of deals in the portfolio. The post will report directly to a Head of Equity, JVs and Partnerships in Portfolio Management albeit on some occasions there may be peer reporting. Line management or coaching other staff may feature. The role is to ensure that homes and funding are delivered as planned in line with the risk appetite and annual budget of the agency. The candidate will need to provide strong stewardship, managing risks and Investment Partner relationships (including C-Suite) with Partnership documentation as the core relationship document. Regular monitoring, reporting and assurance are key features. Managing and maintaining the relationship with the client is a key factor. The opportunity Responsibilities include: Ensure delivery of housing outputs and Investment delivery/ recovery in line with the credit approval and forecasts of each transaction in line with the Investments Business Plan and the annual budget. Developing strong and positive relationships with Investment Partners and the professional community and advisers. Manage the risk profile and performance of the transactions within the risk appetite of the agency and in line with the Recovery Rate of the programme. Ensure all risk reporting of transactions is timely and of high quality. Identify deterioration in risk profile at an early stage, engage positively with customers to address and ensure this is managed professionally and in line with guidance, working with Risk and Distressed Investments. Maintain and report on relevant data metrics including key commercial/ financial metrics such as NPVs, IRRs, Dividend Yields), for asset performance including portfolio composition and stewardship activity and provide strong quality assurance and reporting as required. Critical assessment of business plans and financial models providing suitable challenge to meet investment objectives and return criteria Engaging with senior management at Board and Governance Committee level Candidate profile Degree level qualification or equivalent experience of industry professional e.g. Banker, Accountant, Corporate Finance, or similar. Good experience and understanding of risk and client management of a portfolio of equity investments or loans in the real estate sector. Experience of working with underperforming transactions. Ability to review and interrogate financial models, with understanding of core investor metrics including return on investments, discounted cashflows, IRRs, income/ dividend yields, and funding structures. Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise own workload. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Why join? Help build a new national investment institution Work on complex housing and regeneration transactions Deploy 16bn of government-backed capital Hybrid 50/50 working across multiple national locations Defined benefit pension and strong public-sector benefits Contact point for applicants Name : Ciara Lynn Email : Recruitment team Email : Closing date: 8th June 2026 Right to Work in the UK is required.
IFA Administrator £25,000 to £30,000 (DOE) Birmingham (Office-Based) Study Support Quarterly Bonuses Internal Career Progression Off-Road Parking Are you looking to join a fast-growing and forward-thinking financial services company? Our client is a leading provider of mass-market financial services across the West Midlands. Their team values integrity, respect, and a family-friendly approach, and they're seeking a dedicated IFA Administrator to join their expanding business. About the Role: As an IFA Administrator, you ll be an integral part of the advisory team, supporting the smooth running of new business processes. You ll be working closely with advisers, clients, and providers to ensure the seamless progression of cases from initial enquiry to completion. With plenty of opportunities for internal growth and career development, you ll be supported in your professional journey and have the chance to gain further qualifications. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with advisers to manage the full new business process through to completion Handle day-to-day client and provider inquiries efficiently Gather necessary information from providers Make outbound calls and handle inbound calls from clients and providers Prepare for client meetings by sourcing quotes, valuations, and relevant literature Submit applications and required documents to product providers Chase providers to ensure timely case completion and resolve any issues that arise Input new business proposals into the back-office system, ensuring accurate and up-to-date data for reporting Ensure all cases comply with company procedures and industry regulations Process fund switches and withdrawals as per client instructions Prepare and submit client reports What's On Offer: Competitive salary (£25,000 - £30,000 depending on experience) Study support to help you progress in your career Quarterly bonus schemes Opportunities for internal promotion and career development Off-road parking available at our Birmingham office If you re looking to join a dynamic, growing business with a strong focus on integrity and family values, we d love to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
IFA Administrator £25,000 to £30,000 (DOE) Birmingham (Office-Based) Study Support Quarterly Bonuses Internal Career Progression Off-Road Parking Are you looking to join a fast-growing and forward-thinking financial services company? Our client is a leading provider of mass-market financial services across the West Midlands. Their team values integrity, respect, and a family-friendly approach, and they're seeking a dedicated IFA Administrator to join their expanding business. About the Role: As an IFA Administrator, you ll be an integral part of the advisory team, supporting the smooth running of new business processes. You ll be working closely with advisers, clients, and providers to ensure the seamless progression of cases from initial enquiry to completion. With plenty of opportunities for internal growth and career development, you ll be supported in your professional journey and have the chance to gain further qualifications. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with advisers to manage the full new business process through to completion Handle day-to-day client and provider inquiries efficiently Gather necessary information from providers Make outbound calls and handle inbound calls from clients and providers Prepare for client meetings by sourcing quotes, valuations, and relevant literature Submit applications and required documents to product providers Chase providers to ensure timely case completion and resolve any issues that arise Input new business proposals into the back-office system, ensuring accurate and up-to-date data for reporting Ensure all cases comply with company procedures and industry regulations Process fund switches and withdrawals as per client instructions Prepare and submit client reports What's On Offer: Competitive salary (£25,000 - £30,000 depending on experience) Study support to help you progress in your career Quarterly bonus schemes Opportunities for internal promotion and career development Off-road parking available at our Birmingham office If you re looking to join a dynamic, growing business with a strong focus on integrity and family values, we d love to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career.
IFA Administrator Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: 30,000 - 33,500 (Dependent on experience) Days/ Hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Benefits 23 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing to 25 days after 5 years) Office closure over Christmas Death in Service policy Income Protection Workplace pension scheme Friendly, close knit and supportive team environment Parking costs covered/ space provided where available A well established and highly regarded Independent Financial Advisory firm based in Colchester is looking to add an experienced IFA Administrator to their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close, collaborative and hardworking office where everyone supports one another. The business prides itself on delivering high quality wealth management services and maintaining strong client relationships. You will be responsible for supporting advisers with the full end to end new business process, working across a wide range of financial products and services. This is a varied and fast paced role, ideal for someone who enjoys seeing tasks through from start to finish. Duties Processing new business applications for both new and existing clients Managing pension and ISA transfers from initiation through to completion Handling trust applications and inheritance tax planning cases Processing tax wrapper switches and withdrawals Setting up investment income and pension income Managing Letters of Authority and annuity applications Submitting applications and ensuring accurate completion across all systems Tracking cases and providing updates through to completion Liaising with providers and clients to resolve queries Using intelliflo as the core CRM/database system Working across multiple client platforms including Aberdeen, Fidelity, Elevate and Quilter Processing fund withdrawals and coordinating payments to clients The ideal candidate Minimum of 2 years' experience within an IFA firm (essential) Strong background in new business processing across a variety of financial products Experience handling cases from start to finish Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong communication and relationship building abilities A team player who thrives in a collaborative, friendly but hardworking environment Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
IFA Administrator Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: 30,000 - 33,500 (Dependent on experience) Days/ Hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Benefits 23 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing to 25 days after 5 years) Office closure over Christmas Death in Service policy Income Protection Workplace pension scheme Friendly, close knit and supportive team environment Parking costs covered/ space provided where available A well established and highly regarded Independent Financial Advisory firm based in Colchester is looking to add an experienced IFA Administrator to their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close, collaborative and hardworking office where everyone supports one another. The business prides itself on delivering high quality wealth management services and maintaining strong client relationships. You will be responsible for supporting advisers with the full end to end new business process, working across a wide range of financial products and services. This is a varied and fast paced role, ideal for someone who enjoys seeing tasks through from start to finish. Duties Processing new business applications for both new and existing clients Managing pension and ISA transfers from initiation through to completion Handling trust applications and inheritance tax planning cases Processing tax wrapper switches and withdrawals Setting up investment income and pension income Managing Letters of Authority and annuity applications Submitting applications and ensuring accurate completion across all systems Tracking cases and providing updates through to completion Liaising with providers and clients to resolve queries Using intelliflo as the core CRM/database system Working across multiple client platforms including Aberdeen, Fidelity, Elevate and Quilter Processing fund withdrawals and coordinating payments to clients The ideal candidate Minimum of 2 years' experience within an IFA firm (essential) Strong background in new business processing across a variety of financial products Experience handling cases from start to finish Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong communication and relationship building abilities A team player who thrives in a collaborative, friendly but hardworking environment Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Independent Financial Adviser - West Midlands - Up to £65,000 Are you a skilled and passionate financial adviser looking for a unique opportunity to take your career to the next level? A highly reputable IFA is seeking an experienced financial adviser to join their dynamic team. With over 50 years of combined Independent Financial Adviser (IFA) experience, the business has created a culture dedicated to delivering high-quality financial advice with a focus on local, personal service. Currently, the team of three advisers expertly covers £200 million in Funds Under Management (FUM). However, in order to ensure clients are serviced to the highest possible standard, they are looking to bring in additional adviser support. This presents an exciting opportunity for a new financial adviser to build and nurture client relationships, benefiting from the director's guidance and expertise. They have a large client bank available for the adviser coming from retiring advisers within the business, providing a strong recurring income and no requirement on new business. Position Overview: As a Financial Adviser, you'll have the chance to work within a collaborative environment, supported by a back-office team located in the Wolverhampton office. They understand the importance of flexibility, and while there's no official requirement to be in the office, establishing a strong rapport with the support team is highly beneficial for success in this role. Package and Benefits: Your hard work and dedication will be rewarded with a competitive package that recognises your expertise: Competitive basic salary Performance-based bonus 6% pension contribution 4x life assurance Car allowance 23 days of annual leave (increasing to 25 after 1 year and 28 after 2 years) Why Join Them Client Relationships: The client base is built on referrals and word of mouth, reflecting the trust and satisfaction the clients have in their services. This provides a solid foundation for your growth and success. Experienced Leadership: The business leaders bring over 50 years of combined IFA experience to the table, offering invaluable mentorship and guidance. Client bank: You'll have the unique opportunity to seamlessly inherit and build upon an existing client portfolio. Collaborative Culture: The team thrives in a supportive, collaborative atmosphere where innovation and personal growth are encouraged. What next? Apply today to be considered for this opportunity. If suitable, one of our specialist consultants will be in contact to discuss the opportunity with you in detail prior to submitting your CV to the client. In this discussion, we will aim to identify your specific skills and motivations, and where appropriate recommend other relevant opportunities to you that match your requirements. Additionally, refer a friend or colleague to us and receive £200 if we assist them in securing a new career. Synonyms: IFA, Financial Advisor, Financial Planner, Financial Planning, Wealth Manager, Financial Consultant, Independent Financial Advice, Advisory, Pensions, Investments, IHT, CAS, SPS, DipPFS, DipFA, CII, CAS, SPS, LIBF
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Independent Financial Adviser - West Midlands - Up to £65,000 Are you a skilled and passionate financial adviser looking for a unique opportunity to take your career to the next level? A highly reputable IFA is seeking an experienced financial adviser to join their dynamic team. With over 50 years of combined Independent Financial Adviser (IFA) experience, the business has created a culture dedicated to delivering high-quality financial advice with a focus on local, personal service. Currently, the team of three advisers expertly covers £200 million in Funds Under Management (FUM). However, in order to ensure clients are serviced to the highest possible standard, they are looking to bring in additional adviser support. This presents an exciting opportunity for a new financial adviser to build and nurture client relationships, benefiting from the director's guidance and expertise. They have a large client bank available for the adviser coming from retiring advisers within the business, providing a strong recurring income and no requirement on new business. Position Overview: As a Financial Adviser, you'll have the chance to work within a collaborative environment, supported by a back-office team located in the Wolverhampton office. They understand the importance of flexibility, and while there's no official requirement to be in the office, establishing a strong rapport with the support team is highly beneficial for success in this role. Package and Benefits: Your hard work and dedication will be rewarded with a competitive package that recognises your expertise: Competitive basic salary Performance-based bonus 6% pension contribution 4x life assurance Car allowance 23 days of annual leave (increasing to 25 after 1 year and 28 after 2 years) Why Join Them Client Relationships: The client base is built on referrals and word of mouth, reflecting the trust and satisfaction the clients have in their services. This provides a solid foundation for your growth and success. Experienced Leadership: The business leaders bring over 50 years of combined IFA experience to the table, offering invaluable mentorship and guidance. Client bank: You'll have the unique opportunity to seamlessly inherit and build upon an existing client portfolio. Collaborative Culture: The team thrives in a supportive, collaborative atmosphere where innovation and personal growth are encouraged. What next? Apply today to be considered for this opportunity. If suitable, one of our specialist consultants will be in contact to discuss the opportunity with you in detail prior to submitting your CV to the client. In this discussion, we will aim to identify your specific skills and motivations, and where appropriate recommend other relevant opportunities to you that match your requirements. Additionally, refer a friend or colleague to us and receive £200 if we assist them in securing a new career. Synonyms: IFA, Financial Advisor, Financial Planner, Financial Planning, Wealth Manager, Financial Consultant, Independent Financial Advice, Advisory, Pensions, Investments, IHT, CAS, SPS, DipPFS, DipFA, CII, CAS, SPS, LIBF
Part-time Mortgage Administrator Spider is advertising on behalf of a growing and successful mortgage advisory business that is looking to recruit a Mortgage Administrator to join their team based in Ipswich, Suffolk on a part-time basis, working 14 hours per week. Fantastic company benefits include: Competitive Salary:£13.50 - £15.00 per hour, depending on experience Holiday: 10 days annual leave Additional: Flexible working hours to suit the right candidate, with the potential for additional hours in the future as the business continues to grow About the role As a Mortgage Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting Mortgage Brokers throughout the mortgage application process, from initial enquiry through to completion. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and expanding business where your contribution will make a real difference to both the team and clients. The role offers flexibility around working hours and would suit an organised, proactive individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. Main Duties & Responsibilities will include: Manage and maintain accurate borrower, loan, and application records, ensuring all documentation is up to date and compliant Provide administrative support throughout the mortgage process, including preparing correspondence, emails, and documentation Liaise with solicitors, lenders, valuers, financial advisers, and other third parties to progress applications through to completion Respond to enquiries and build strong relationships with clients and professional stakeholders, delivering excellent customer service Support compliance requirements and ensure mortgage applications are processed efficiently and in line with industry regulations About you: The ideal candidate will have previous administration or customer service experience and a genuine interest in the financial services sector. You will be highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. As a Mortgage Administrator, you will be a confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills and enjoy building positive working relationships with clients and professional contacts alike. A proactive approach, willingness to learn, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities are essential. Most importantly, you'll be a positive team player who enjoys contributing to a supportive and collaborative working environment. About them: They pride themselves on maintaining a supportive, team-focused culture where colleagues work collaboratively, support one another, and enjoy what they do. It's an environment where people work hard to deliver excellent results for clients while maintaining a positive, friendly, and enjoyable workplace. If you have the relevant skills and experience for this part-time Mortgage Administrator role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. They are an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. Please check your email inbox and spam/junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this role. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider. We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Part-time Mortgage Administrator Spider is advertising on behalf of a growing and successful mortgage advisory business that is looking to recruit a Mortgage Administrator to join their team based in Ipswich, Suffolk on a part-time basis, working 14 hours per week. Fantastic company benefits include: Competitive Salary:£13.50 - £15.00 per hour, depending on experience Holiday: 10 days annual leave Additional: Flexible working hours to suit the right candidate, with the potential for additional hours in the future as the business continues to grow About the role As a Mortgage Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting Mortgage Brokers throughout the mortgage application process, from initial enquiry through to completion. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and expanding business where your contribution will make a real difference to both the team and clients. The role offers flexibility around working hours and would suit an organised, proactive individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. Main Duties & Responsibilities will include: Manage and maintain accurate borrower, loan, and application records, ensuring all documentation is up to date and compliant Provide administrative support throughout the mortgage process, including preparing correspondence, emails, and documentation Liaise with solicitors, lenders, valuers, financial advisers, and other third parties to progress applications through to completion Respond to enquiries and build strong relationships with clients and professional stakeholders, delivering excellent customer service Support compliance requirements and ensure mortgage applications are processed efficiently and in line with industry regulations About you: The ideal candidate will have previous administration or customer service experience and a genuine interest in the financial services sector. You will be highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. As a Mortgage Administrator, you will be a confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills and enjoy building positive working relationships with clients and professional contacts alike. A proactive approach, willingness to learn, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities are essential. Most importantly, you'll be a positive team player who enjoys contributing to a supportive and collaborative working environment. About them: They pride themselves on maintaining a supportive, team-focused culture where colleagues work collaboratively, support one another, and enjoy what they do. It's an environment where people work hard to deliver excellent results for clients while maintaining a positive, friendly, and enjoyable workplace. If you have the relevant skills and experience for this part-time Mortgage Administrator role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. They are an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. Please check your email inbox and spam/junk mail folder for any email correspondence for this role. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider. We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondences on receipt of your application.
Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents & Financial Services Professionals
Sevenoaks, Kent
Trainee Mortgage Advisor Do you already have at least CeMAP 1 or an equivalent mortgage advice qualification? Are you seeking the first step into a career within the mortgage sector? Our client, a Financial Services brokerage and forward thinking operation, is seeking a Trainee Mortgage Advisor to join their flourishing team. Our clients pride themselves on sourcing the best mortgage and protection products for their customer and require their advisers to provide outstanding customer service at all times. Their business is growing and they are looking to offer the right candidate an excellent opportunity to begin a career in Mortgages. £27,000 Basic Salary £2,500 Car Allowance £55,000+ On Target Earnings Robust & Lucrative Lead Source 33 days paid Holiday, increasing each year as well as an extra day on your birthday! Holiday Commission paid while you are away! Pension, Life Insurance, Company Rewards and Incentives, Structured Career Path, Employee Assistance Scheme, plus more benefits Trainee Mortgage Advisor - So, what is it like to work here? In our clients' words We work incredibly hard, so don't be afraid of hard work and sometimes long days! It will be demanding but rewarding at the same time - working well with your team to support each other an achieve your customers' goals. Yes, you will be targeted and assessed but this is because we want you to reach your full potential. A new career means lots of support and we want you to succeed every step of the way! Often we run fun and innovative competitions (with nice rewards and treats!), so if you love a bit of competition this will be just up your street! We are not perfect but we are one big family all striving towards being the very best we can be! Trainee Mortgage Advisor - Requirements: You must have use of a vehicle and a valid UK driving licence and ideally at least CeMAP 1 or an equivalent mortgage advice qualification. You will display outstanding customer service skills as well as being highly motivated, professional and have the ambition to be the very best you can be. You will have bags of drive, motivation and a passion to succeed. You must be focused on exceeding targets and not be afraid of hard work. You will be the type of person that would love seeing your customers' eyes light up when you help them finance their perfect property! Are you ready for a new, exciting and lucrative career as a Trainee Mortgage Advisor ? If so, apply today! Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents and Financial Services Professionals hits 19 years of successful trading. A milestone to be proud of Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents is a "Specialist Estate Agency Recruitment Service" dealing with the placement of Estate Agents and Letting Agents into permanent positions within the Residential Estate Agency Property sector. We cover all specialties of recruitment to include Residential Sales and Lettings, Property and Block Management to include Lettings Coordinators / Progressors, Inventory Clerks, Financial Services to include Mortgage Advisors, Independent Financial Advisors, Protection and Financial Services Administrators, Paraplanning, Land and New Homes and Secretarial / Administration / PA's. Visit Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents website for online Estate Agency vacancies. Find Adam Howes on LinkedIn.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Trainee Mortgage Advisor Do you already have at least CeMAP 1 or an equivalent mortgage advice qualification? Are you seeking the first step into a career within the mortgage sector? Our client, a Financial Services brokerage and forward thinking operation, is seeking a Trainee Mortgage Advisor to join their flourishing team. Our clients pride themselves on sourcing the best mortgage and protection products for their customer and require their advisers to provide outstanding customer service at all times. Their business is growing and they are looking to offer the right candidate an excellent opportunity to begin a career in Mortgages. £27,000 Basic Salary £2,500 Car Allowance £55,000+ On Target Earnings Robust & Lucrative Lead Source 33 days paid Holiday, increasing each year as well as an extra day on your birthday! Holiday Commission paid while you are away! Pension, Life Insurance, Company Rewards and Incentives, Structured Career Path, Employee Assistance Scheme, plus more benefits Trainee Mortgage Advisor - So, what is it like to work here? In our clients' words We work incredibly hard, so don't be afraid of hard work and sometimes long days! It will be demanding but rewarding at the same time - working well with your team to support each other an achieve your customers' goals. Yes, you will be targeted and assessed but this is because we want you to reach your full potential. A new career means lots of support and we want you to succeed every step of the way! Often we run fun and innovative competitions (with nice rewards and treats!), so if you love a bit of competition this will be just up your street! We are not perfect but we are one big family all striving towards being the very best we can be! Trainee Mortgage Advisor - Requirements: You must have use of a vehicle and a valid UK driving licence and ideally at least CeMAP 1 or an equivalent mortgage advice qualification. You will display outstanding customer service skills as well as being highly motivated, professional and have the ambition to be the very best you can be. You will have bags of drive, motivation and a passion to succeed. You must be focused on exceeding targets and not be afraid of hard work. You will be the type of person that would love seeing your customers' eyes light up when you help them finance their perfect property! Are you ready for a new, exciting and lucrative career as a Trainee Mortgage Advisor ? If so, apply today! Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents and Financial Services Professionals hits 19 years of successful trading. A milestone to be proud of Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents is a "Specialist Estate Agency Recruitment Service" dealing with the placement of Estate Agents and Letting Agents into permanent positions within the Residential Estate Agency Property sector. We cover all specialties of recruitment to include Residential Sales and Lettings, Property and Block Management to include Lettings Coordinators / Progressors, Inventory Clerks, Financial Services to include Mortgage Advisors, Independent Financial Advisors, Protection and Financial Services Administrators, Paraplanning, Land and New Homes and Secretarial / Administration / PA's. Visit Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents website for online Estate Agency vacancies. Find Adam Howes on LinkedIn.
Senior IFA Administrator Maidstone (Kent) offices Salary up to £50k (possibly more for the right candidate) plus bonuses Pension scheme and attractive benefits package 25 days annual leave + bank holidays My client are a Chartered independent wealth planning firm with offices across Kent who I have met and placed 9 members of staff with. They offer whole of market financial advice to HNW retirees, accumulators, local families and SME owners based across Sussex, Kent and London. In their current setup they manage the affairs of c.2000 clients (over £650m AUM) with assets ranging from £150k - £20m. The advisers consult on pensions, investments, tax planning, cashflow modelling, retirement planning, protections and some esoteric schemes such as VCT & EIS schemes. They have very longstanding relations with accountancy and solicitor practices who refer business to them and the advisers are not targeted as they have such a strong belief in ensuring clients received the best service rather than stacking up AUM. The support team comprises of an experienced team of pooled Administrators & Paraplanners across 2 offices who are actively encouraged to progress and develop as both professionals and individuals via ongoing CPD and industry exams. The Managing Director is creating brand-new roles for experienced IFA Administrators with at least 3 years of solid administration experience within an independent financial planning practice. A well rounded knowledge of the end to end administration process will be vital. You will be working in a pooled team of other administrators (both junior and senior) alongside an experienced paraplanning team. Knowledge of Intelligent Office will be highly advantageous alongside platforms such as Novia, Fidelity, Transact, Aviva etc. If this role sounds of interest or any other roles I am working on please get in touch.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Senior IFA Administrator Maidstone (Kent) offices Salary up to £50k (possibly more for the right candidate) plus bonuses Pension scheme and attractive benefits package 25 days annual leave + bank holidays My client are a Chartered independent wealth planning firm with offices across Kent who I have met and placed 9 members of staff with. They offer whole of market financial advice to HNW retirees, accumulators, local families and SME owners based across Sussex, Kent and London. In their current setup they manage the affairs of c.2000 clients (over £650m AUM) with assets ranging from £150k - £20m. The advisers consult on pensions, investments, tax planning, cashflow modelling, retirement planning, protections and some esoteric schemes such as VCT & EIS schemes. They have very longstanding relations with accountancy and solicitor practices who refer business to them and the advisers are not targeted as they have such a strong belief in ensuring clients received the best service rather than stacking up AUM. The support team comprises of an experienced team of pooled Administrators & Paraplanners across 2 offices who are actively encouraged to progress and develop as both professionals and individuals via ongoing CPD and industry exams. The Managing Director is creating brand-new roles for experienced IFA Administrators with at least 3 years of solid administration experience within an independent financial planning practice. A well rounded knowledge of the end to end administration process will be vital. You will be working in a pooled team of other administrators (both junior and senior) alongside an experienced paraplanning team. Knowledge of Intelligent Office will be highly advantageous alongside platforms such as Novia, Fidelity, Transact, Aviva etc. If this role sounds of interest or any other roles I am working on please get in touch.
Paraplanner - Basingstoke - Up to £45,000 Due to a recent acquisition the company are now looking for a new Paraplanner to join the team in their Basingstoke office. The current Paraplanner has progressed into a trainee advisor role so there is a space in the new team. The client have 3 offices based around the UK. Benefits: Discretionary Bonus 25 day holiday plus Christmas (holiday buy scheme) 4 passion days of annual leave a year Social events PMI 5% matched Pension Scheme DIS Benefit from referral schemes What's needed to be considered? In order to be considered for this Paraplanner opportunity, candidates need to have - Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning or equivalent. Strong understanding of financial principles, investment strategies, and planning techniques. Previous experience in a financial institution or advisory firm in a support role is advantageous. Familiarity with financial software, tools, and databases. What's next? Apply today to be considered for this Paraplanner opportunity. If suitable, one of our specialist consultants will be in contact to discuss the opportunity with you in detail prior to submitting your CV to the client. Additionally, refer a friend or colleague to us and receive £200 if we assist them in securing a new career. paraplanner, adviser support, technical queries, client liaison, paraplanning, adviser associate, para-planner
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Paraplanner - Basingstoke - Up to £45,000 Due to a recent acquisition the company are now looking for a new Paraplanner to join the team in their Basingstoke office. The current Paraplanner has progressed into a trainee advisor role so there is a space in the new team. The client have 3 offices based around the UK. Benefits: Discretionary Bonus 25 day holiday plus Christmas (holiday buy scheme) 4 passion days of annual leave a year Social events PMI 5% matched Pension Scheme DIS Benefit from referral schemes What's needed to be considered? In order to be considered for this Paraplanner opportunity, candidates need to have - Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning or equivalent. Strong understanding of financial principles, investment strategies, and planning techniques. Previous experience in a financial institution or advisory firm in a support role is advantageous. Familiarity with financial software, tools, and databases. What's next? Apply today to be considered for this Paraplanner opportunity. If suitable, one of our specialist consultants will be in contact to discuss the opportunity with you in detail prior to submitting your CV to the client. Additionally, refer a friend or colleague to us and receive £200 if we assist them in securing a new career. paraplanner, adviser support, technical queries, client liaison, paraplanning, adviser associate, para-planner
This Financial Adviser job is ideal if you want to spend more time advising clients and less time worrying about where your next opportunity is coming from. You will join an established, expanding advice business that is actively investing in its Financial Adviser team, infrastructure and internal lead generation. As a Financial Adviser, you will provide holistic financial planning advice to both n click apply for full job details
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
This Financial Adviser job is ideal if you want to spend more time advising clients and less time worrying about where your next opportunity is coming from. You will join an established, expanding advice business that is actively investing in its Financial Adviser team, infrastructure and internal lead generation. As a Financial Adviser, you will provide holistic financial planning advice to both n click apply for full job details
Paraplanner/Trainee Financial Planner Route to adviser with full training and support Wealth Management Firm near Newbury Basic salary £35k - £47k (depending on experience) Hybrid working is available once up and running My client is an independent financial advice business in Berkshire who have have built a lasting reputation for providing the highest levels of advice on Pensions, Investments, Retirement Planning, Tax Planning, IHT, Trusts, Mortgages and some Protections to clients across Berkshire and Wiltshire. The business has a team of highly experienced Advisers working with 200+ HNW retirees, City professionals, families and professional sportsmen and women with varying levels of assets ranging from £200k - multiple millions. The business is privately owned and has very ambitious plans to expand and grow organically so if you're looking to join an entrepreneurial and forward thinking business then this will be the right career move for you. The Managing Director is creating a brand-new role within the business for a Paraplanner with a definitive route to being an adviser, or they will consider a very progressive administrator who is studying for their exams. They are open to recruiting a junior candidate or an experienced individual who is well versed on end to end admin in a wealth planning firm. You will ideally have knowledge of a number of platforms such as Fidelity Aviva, Royal London, Prudential etc. A very secure and rewarding role is on offer with an excellent benefits package and bonus structure. The Directors are looking to offer between £30k - £45k basic salary depending on your experience levels. They would like someone to be office based to begin with but then you can WFH a few days per week once you are established. If this role sounds of interest or any other roles I am working on please get in touch. For more details please contact Peter Fozard at Financial Divisions.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Paraplanner/Trainee Financial Planner Route to adviser with full training and support Wealth Management Firm near Newbury Basic salary £35k - £47k (depending on experience) Hybrid working is available once up and running My client is an independent financial advice business in Berkshire who have have built a lasting reputation for providing the highest levels of advice on Pensions, Investments, Retirement Planning, Tax Planning, IHT, Trusts, Mortgages and some Protections to clients across Berkshire and Wiltshire. The business has a team of highly experienced Advisers working with 200+ HNW retirees, City professionals, families and professional sportsmen and women with varying levels of assets ranging from £200k - multiple millions. The business is privately owned and has very ambitious plans to expand and grow organically so if you're looking to join an entrepreneurial and forward thinking business then this will be the right career move for you. The Managing Director is creating a brand-new role within the business for a Paraplanner with a definitive route to being an adviser, or they will consider a very progressive administrator who is studying for their exams. They are open to recruiting a junior candidate or an experienced individual who is well versed on end to end admin in a wealth planning firm. You will ideally have knowledge of a number of platforms such as Fidelity Aviva, Royal London, Prudential etc. A very secure and rewarding role is on offer with an excellent benefits package and bonus structure. The Directors are looking to offer between £30k - £45k basic salary depending on your experience levels. They would like someone to be office based to begin with but then you can WFH a few days per week once you are established. If this role sounds of interest or any other roles I am working on please get in touch. For more details please contact Peter Fozard at Financial Divisions.
This Financial Adviser job is ideal if you want to spend more time advising clients and less time worrying about where your next opportunity is coming from. You will join an established, expanding advice business that is actively investing in its Financial Adviser team, infrastructure and internal lead generation. As a Financial Adviser, you will provide holistic financial planning advice to both n click apply for full job details
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
This Financial Adviser job is ideal if you want to spend more time advising clients and less time worrying about where your next opportunity is coming from. You will join an established, expanding advice business that is actively investing in its Financial Adviser team, infrastructure and internal lead generation. As a Financial Adviser, you will provide holistic financial planning advice to both n click apply for full job details
SENIOR MORTGAGE & PROTECTION ADVISER Whole of Market Fully CeMAP/CII Qualified Career Progression Role Are you a fully CeMAP qualified, CII certified Mortgage & Protection Adviser looking for a senior role where your expertise genuinely counts? Step into a position that gives you autonomy, progression, and the chance to make a real impact on clients' financial futures. You'll deliver high quality mortgage and protection advice, mentor junior advisers, and build long term client relationships whilst staying at the forefront of industry knowledge and lender updates. Salary 35-40K depending on experience + c. 50-75K OTE uncapped What you'll be doing Conducting in depth consultations to understand clients' financial goals and circumstances Meeting clients in person, at home, in the office, or remotely via Teams/Zoom Advising on a full range of mortgage products: first time buyer, remortgage, buy to let, commercial, and equity release Recommending tailored protection solutions including life cover, critical illness and income protection Preparing and submitting accurate mortgage applications with full compliance Keeping up to date with regulations, lender criteria and market changes through webinars, networking and CPD Maintaining detailed, compliant client records Building strong relationships with provider BDMs to stay ahead of product updates Supporting clients with ongoing financial planning needs Collaborating with lenders, insurers and other professionals to ensure smooth case progression Mentoring a junior adviser as part of your senior responsibilities The ideal Senior Mortgage & Protection Adviser will need, Minimum 3 years' experience as a Mortgage & Protection Adviser CeMAP + CII Level 3 Equity Release - essential Whole of Market experience using systems such as Mortgage Brain, iPipeline, CI Expert Strong communication, accuracy and attention to detail Experience with Intelliflo (IO) or similar Organised, proactive and confident managing your diary A rewarding senior role for someone who loves delivering high quality advice and building long term client relationships.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
SENIOR MORTGAGE & PROTECTION ADVISER Whole of Market Fully CeMAP/CII Qualified Career Progression Role Are you a fully CeMAP qualified, CII certified Mortgage & Protection Adviser looking for a senior role where your expertise genuinely counts? Step into a position that gives you autonomy, progression, and the chance to make a real impact on clients' financial futures. You'll deliver high quality mortgage and protection advice, mentor junior advisers, and build long term client relationships whilst staying at the forefront of industry knowledge and lender updates. Salary 35-40K depending on experience + c. 50-75K OTE uncapped What you'll be doing Conducting in depth consultations to understand clients' financial goals and circumstances Meeting clients in person, at home, in the office, or remotely via Teams/Zoom Advising on a full range of mortgage products: first time buyer, remortgage, buy to let, commercial, and equity release Recommending tailored protection solutions including life cover, critical illness and income protection Preparing and submitting accurate mortgage applications with full compliance Keeping up to date with regulations, lender criteria and market changes through webinars, networking and CPD Maintaining detailed, compliant client records Building strong relationships with provider BDMs to stay ahead of product updates Supporting clients with ongoing financial planning needs Collaborating with lenders, insurers and other professionals to ensure smooth case progression Mentoring a junior adviser as part of your senior responsibilities The ideal Senior Mortgage & Protection Adviser will need, Minimum 3 years' experience as a Mortgage & Protection Adviser CeMAP + CII Level 3 Equity Release - essential Whole of Market experience using systems such as Mortgage Brain, iPipeline, CI Expert Strong communication, accuracy and attention to detail Experience with Intelliflo (IO) or similar Organised, proactive and confident managing your diary A rewarding senior role for someone who loves delivering high quality advice and building long term client relationships.
Tax Manager Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 Excellent Benefits and perks Free daily parking. Hybrid approach, 1 day from home. Generous holiday allowance Outstanding support for career development. An established and highly respected independent accountancy and advisory firm is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join its growing Tax team. You will lead on a diverse range of tax projects as well as managing tax compliance and reporting. Or client advises larger privately owned businesses, corporate groups and companies with UK interests. Core Duties and Responsibilities Review Returns: Evaluate complex corporate, partnership, and individual tax filings. Manage Deadlines: Coordinate timely submissions to prevent penalties or audits. Prepare tax provisions for quarterly and annual financial statements. Audit Support: Act as the primary liaison for internal and external tax audits. Identify potential tax risks and design internal control policies. Research tax laws to structure transactions efficiently. Guide executive leadership on the tax impact of mergers or expansions. Delegate tasks to ensure efficient department operations. Experience and Qaulifications Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) qualified. 4+ years of experience in public accounting or corporate tax. Practical experience with OMB tax issues to include income tax, corporation tax, capital gains tax and inheritance tax. Deep understanding of accounting principles and tax codes.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Tax Manager Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 Excellent Benefits and perks Free daily parking. Hybrid approach, 1 day from home. Generous holiday allowance Outstanding support for career development. An established and highly respected independent accountancy and advisory firm is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join its growing Tax team. You will lead on a diverse range of tax projects as well as managing tax compliance and reporting. Or client advises larger privately owned businesses, corporate groups and companies with UK interests. Core Duties and Responsibilities Review Returns: Evaluate complex corporate, partnership, and individual tax filings. Manage Deadlines: Coordinate timely submissions to prevent penalties or audits. Prepare tax provisions for quarterly and annual financial statements. Audit Support: Act as the primary liaison for internal and external tax audits. Identify potential tax risks and design internal control policies. Research tax laws to structure transactions efficiently. Guide executive leadership on the tax impact of mergers or expansions. Delegate tasks to ensure efficient department operations. Experience and Qaulifications Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) qualified. 4+ years of experience in public accounting or corporate tax. Practical experience with OMB tax issues to include income tax, corporation tax, capital gains tax and inheritance tax. Deep understanding of accounting principles and tax codes.
Paraplanner Leicestershire (Our Ref AL1390) Hybrid option available up to 2 days working from home after successful completion of probationary period. Salary £35,000 - £41,200 dep on exp + benefits My client is an Independent Financial Adviser company, situated on the outskirts of Leicester, and they are looking for an experienced paraplanner to join their team. You will be providing support to financial advisers, which will include product and provider research, portfolio analysis, and suitability report writing. You will need experience of working in a similar paraplanning role, and have a good technical understanding of Investment, Retirement, and Pension products. Ideally, you will hold the level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (DipPFS) although individuals currently working towards this may also be considered. Duties and responsibilities include: Providing full Paraplanning, including product and provider research, portfolio analysis, and suitability report writing Managing your own workflow whilst using your initiative to meet agreed service levels You will need to be proficient in understanding and identifying possible client outcomes/solutions, derived from detailed information recorded in Know Your Client (KYC) documents; this will usually be compiled by the adviser, but you may on occasion be required to assist with the information gathering. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Accuracy and attention to detail, able to adhere to quality compliance standards and deliver the highest level of client service. Skills and experience required: Experience of producing bespoke technical suitability reports. An exceptional working knowledge of Microsoft word, Microsoft Teams, Excel and Outlook, FE Analytics or other performance analysis software, Platforms, and the ability to quickly familiarise yourself with various industry systems. Ability to collate relevant information from Fact Finds to complete cohesive, comprehensive reports. Fund performance and risk analysis Cash flow modelling. Manage complex cases, from inception to completion and find solutions to technical problems. Manage queries and provide suitable remedies. Take a client focussed approach to all work, recognising the importance of client relationships and the need for excellence. You will be driven and focused with the ability to complete large volumes of tasks under pressure and on time. If this role is of interest, please apply with an up to date CV. We aim to respond to all applications within 10 days. By submitting your CV you consent to it being retained for use in connection with this and future relevant and/or similar vacancies, you can of course, opt out of this at any time by emailing us. Full Privacy Notice can be found on our website.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Paraplanner Leicestershire (Our Ref AL1390) Hybrid option available up to 2 days working from home after successful completion of probationary period. Salary £35,000 - £41,200 dep on exp + benefits My client is an Independent Financial Adviser company, situated on the outskirts of Leicester, and they are looking for an experienced paraplanner to join their team. You will be providing support to financial advisers, which will include product and provider research, portfolio analysis, and suitability report writing. You will need experience of working in a similar paraplanning role, and have a good technical understanding of Investment, Retirement, and Pension products. Ideally, you will hold the level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (DipPFS) although individuals currently working towards this may also be considered. Duties and responsibilities include: Providing full Paraplanning, including product and provider research, portfolio analysis, and suitability report writing Managing your own workflow whilst using your initiative to meet agreed service levels You will need to be proficient in understanding and identifying possible client outcomes/solutions, derived from detailed information recorded in Know Your Client (KYC) documents; this will usually be compiled by the adviser, but you may on occasion be required to assist with the information gathering. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Accuracy and attention to detail, able to adhere to quality compliance standards and deliver the highest level of client service. Skills and experience required: Experience of producing bespoke technical suitability reports. An exceptional working knowledge of Microsoft word, Microsoft Teams, Excel and Outlook, FE Analytics or other performance analysis software, Platforms, and the ability to quickly familiarise yourself with various industry systems. Ability to collate relevant information from Fact Finds to complete cohesive, comprehensive reports. Fund performance and risk analysis Cash flow modelling. Manage complex cases, from inception to completion and find solutions to technical problems. Manage queries and provide suitable remedies. Take a client focussed approach to all work, recognising the importance of client relationships and the need for excellence. You will be driven and focused with the ability to complete large volumes of tasks under pressure and on time. If this role is of interest, please apply with an up to date CV. We aim to respond to all applications within 10 days. By submitting your CV you consent to it being retained for use in connection with this and future relevant and/or similar vacancies, you can of course, opt out of this at any time by emailing us. Full Privacy Notice can be found on our website.
Job Title: Finance Business Partner Location: Office based Contract: Maternity Cover Hours: Flexible Reporting to: CEO Level: Senior / Executive Leadership Team Role Overview As Finance Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in providing financial insight, supporting strategic initiatives, and driving business performance accross the company. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you will act as a trusted adviser to operational leaders and senior stakeholders, ensuring financial and operational data is translated into clear, actionable insights. This is a highly collaborative and commercially focused role, giving you the opportunity to influence decision-making at a strategic level while driving improvements to financial processes and systems. Key Responsibilities Act as a business partner to operational teams, providing financial insight, challenge, and support for decision-making Lead the budgeting and forecasting process for designated business areas, ensuring alignment with company strategy Monitor performance using financial and non-financial KPIs, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities Deliver accurate and timely management reporting to inform strategic decisions Support financial accounting processes, ensuring compliance with reporting standards and internal controls Collaborate with cross-functional teams on commercial initiatives and strategic projects Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and consistency of reporting Analyse operational and financial data to support cost control, efficiency, and profitability Promote the effective use of systems and technology to improve reporting and analysis Experience Required CIMA qualification (or equivalent experience) Proven experience as a Finance Business Partner or in a commercially focused finance role Strong data analysis skills with advanced Excel; ERP or financial systems knowledge desirable Ability to present complex financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders Proactive approach with excellent problem-solving and process improvement skills Strong communication and relationship-building abilities, with the confidence to challenge constructively Analytical mindset with high attention to detail
Jun 16, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Finance Business Partner Location: Office based Contract: Maternity Cover Hours: Flexible Reporting to: CEO Level: Senior / Executive Leadership Team Role Overview As Finance Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in providing financial insight, supporting strategic initiatives, and driving business performance accross the company. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you will act as a trusted adviser to operational leaders and senior stakeholders, ensuring financial and operational data is translated into clear, actionable insights. This is a highly collaborative and commercially focused role, giving you the opportunity to influence decision-making at a strategic level while driving improvements to financial processes and systems. Key Responsibilities Act as a business partner to operational teams, providing financial insight, challenge, and support for decision-making Lead the budgeting and forecasting process for designated business areas, ensuring alignment with company strategy Monitor performance using financial and non-financial KPIs, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities Deliver accurate and timely management reporting to inform strategic decisions Support financial accounting processes, ensuring compliance with reporting standards and internal controls Collaborate with cross-functional teams on commercial initiatives and strategic projects Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and consistency of reporting Analyse operational and financial data to support cost control, efficiency, and profitability Promote the effective use of systems and technology to improve reporting and analysis Experience Required CIMA qualification (or equivalent experience) Proven experience as a Finance Business Partner or in a commercially focused finance role Strong data analysis skills with advanced Excel; ERP or financial systems knowledge desirable Ability to present complex financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders Proactive approach with excellent problem-solving and process improvement skills Strong communication and relationship-building abilities, with the confidence to challenge constructively Analytical mindset with high attention to detail
Financial Planning Administrator Ayrshire£28,000 - £30,000 + benefits Join a respected financial advisory firm offering a stable, long-term role within a professional and supportive office environment. This opportunity is with an established practice that prides itself on strong client relationships, high standards, and a collaborative team culture. You'll be supporting experienced advisers, playing a key role in the smooth day-to-day running of the business. This is an ideal role if you enjoy being organised, working with clients, and being trusted with responsibility in a regulated financial services environment. The business encourages ongoing learning and development, giving you the chance to build your technical knowledge and develop a long-term career within financial planning. What you'll do As a Financial Planning Administrator, you'll provide high-level administrative support across the practice, including: Supporting multiple advisers and the Practice Manager with client and office administration Acting as a key point of contact for clients, providers and third parties Preparing client files, including compliance documentation, research, illustrations and supporting paperwork Ensuring all client records are accurate, complete and up to date Processing applications accurately and tracking cases through to completion Progressing new business with providers and resolving queries in a timely manner Managing diaries and coordinating client appointments Maintaining review systems and supporting ongoing client servicing Contributing to team meetings and maintaining high professional standards at all times What you'll need Previous experience in a Wealth Management / Financial Planning Administrator position Experience working in Financial Planning, Wealth Management, or similar Financial Services firm Understanding of pensions, investments and protection What's in it for you Financial support and encouragement to work towards professional qualifications Hybrid working to support a healthy work-life balance 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Medical Insurance Death in Service benefit A relaxed, friendly and professional working environment Stability, structure, and a long-term career path rather than a short-term role Exposure to experienced advisers and a well-run advice process A genuinely supportive team where your contribution is recognised and valued If you're interested, please Apply now, or reach out to Ross Altan at Reed. Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date. Just send what you have and we can sort out the rest later.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Financial Planning Administrator Ayrshire£28,000 - £30,000 + benefits Join a respected financial advisory firm offering a stable, long-term role within a professional and supportive office environment. This opportunity is with an established practice that prides itself on strong client relationships, high standards, and a collaborative team culture. You'll be supporting experienced advisers, playing a key role in the smooth day-to-day running of the business. This is an ideal role if you enjoy being organised, working with clients, and being trusted with responsibility in a regulated financial services environment. The business encourages ongoing learning and development, giving you the chance to build your technical knowledge and develop a long-term career within financial planning. What you'll do As a Financial Planning Administrator, you'll provide high-level administrative support across the practice, including: Supporting multiple advisers and the Practice Manager with client and office administration Acting as a key point of contact for clients, providers and third parties Preparing client files, including compliance documentation, research, illustrations and supporting paperwork Ensuring all client records are accurate, complete and up to date Processing applications accurately and tracking cases through to completion Progressing new business with providers and resolving queries in a timely manner Managing diaries and coordinating client appointments Maintaining review systems and supporting ongoing client servicing Contributing to team meetings and maintaining high professional standards at all times What you'll need Previous experience in a Wealth Management / Financial Planning Administrator position Experience working in Financial Planning, Wealth Management, or similar Financial Services firm Understanding of pensions, investments and protection What's in it for you Financial support and encouragement to work towards professional qualifications Hybrid working to support a healthy work-life balance 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Medical Insurance Death in Service benefit A relaxed, friendly and professional working environment Stability, structure, and a long-term career path rather than a short-term role Exposure to experienced advisers and a well-run advice process A genuinely supportive team where your contribution is recognised and valued If you're interested, please Apply now, or reach out to Ross Altan at Reed. Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date. Just send what you have and we can sort out the rest later.
Head of Tax Liverpool To £85,000 + benefits and very hybrid Our client is a large prestigious client based in Liverpool and we are looking to recruit to the role of Head of Tax. The role will be varied and reporting into the Chief Financial Officer you will oversee the organisation s tax compliance, advisory, and strategic tax planning activities across a complex and diverse organisation. You will lead the tax function, providing expert guidance on UK and international tax matters while supporting strategic decision-making across commercial, and operational activities. You will play a key role in ensuring the organisation and its subsidiaries maintain the highest standards of compliance, governance, and financial stewardship. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced tax leader to influence strategic initiatives, support innovation, and help shape tax-efficient practices within a world-class environment. The Role Ensure compliance with evolving tax legislation while delivering commercially focused advice that supports long-term objectives. Lead and develop a professional tax team, manage relationships with HMRC and external advisers, and act as the principal expert on all tax-related matters. Develop and deliver a comprehensive tax strategy Advise senior leadership on the tax implications of major strategic initiatives, including international activities, capital programmes, research collaborations, and commercial ventures. Ensure full compliance with UK and international tax legislation, including VAT, Corporation Tax, PAYE/NIC, Employment Taxes, and Customs Duties. Manage tax audits, reviews, and enquiries from HMRC and other tax authorities. Develop and maintain the Groups Tax Risk Register, ensuring effective risk mitigation and escalation processes. Ideally you will hold a professional tax qualification and have the ability to develop and maintain long standing internal and external relationships. This will be a high profile role and an opportunity to be able to influence how tax is delivered across the group. Benefits 3o days holiday + shut down at Christmas + statutory days Very hybrid Defined salary pension
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Head of Tax Liverpool To £85,000 + benefits and very hybrid Our client is a large prestigious client based in Liverpool and we are looking to recruit to the role of Head of Tax. The role will be varied and reporting into the Chief Financial Officer you will oversee the organisation s tax compliance, advisory, and strategic tax planning activities across a complex and diverse organisation. You will lead the tax function, providing expert guidance on UK and international tax matters while supporting strategic decision-making across commercial, and operational activities. You will play a key role in ensuring the organisation and its subsidiaries maintain the highest standards of compliance, governance, and financial stewardship. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced tax leader to influence strategic initiatives, support innovation, and help shape tax-efficient practices within a world-class environment. The Role Ensure compliance with evolving tax legislation while delivering commercially focused advice that supports long-term objectives. Lead and develop a professional tax team, manage relationships with HMRC and external advisers, and act as the principal expert on all tax-related matters. Develop and deliver a comprehensive tax strategy Advise senior leadership on the tax implications of major strategic initiatives, including international activities, capital programmes, research collaborations, and commercial ventures. Ensure full compliance with UK and international tax legislation, including VAT, Corporation Tax, PAYE/NIC, Employment Taxes, and Customs Duties. Manage tax audits, reviews, and enquiries from HMRC and other tax authorities. Develop and maintain the Groups Tax Risk Register, ensuring effective risk mitigation and escalation processes. Ideally you will hold a professional tax qualification and have the ability to develop and maintain long standing internal and external relationships. This will be a high profile role and an opportunity to be able to influence how tax is delivered across the group. Benefits 3o days holiday + shut down at Christmas + statutory days Very hybrid Defined salary pension
Senior Finance Business Partner Our vision is for safe and effective nursing and midwifery practice across the four countries of the UK - regulated and supported by the NMC - a fit for the future organisation, with fairness and equity at the heart of everything we do. Our role is to protect the public and maintain confidence in the nursing and midwifery professions. As the largest independent regulator in Europe of more than 860,000 nursing and midwifery professionals, we have a crucial role in making this a reality. We do this by setting and promoting high education and professional standards for all future and registered nurses and midwives in the UK and nursing associates in England. We also ensure every nurse, midwife and nursing associate on our Register meets clear standards of conduct and practice which protects the public and the reputation of our professions. We have a duty to investigate concerns and to take steps to protect the public in the relatively rare instances where we need to limit or restrict a nurse, midwife or nursing associate's right to practise. We are building a new NMC with integrity, fairness, respect, equity and effectiveness at its core. We are determined to improve and modernise our culture and ways of working. This will ensure that the public and professionals feel confident in our work. Finance Business Partner Opportunities Senior Finance Business Partner & Operational Finance Business Partner Shape decisions. Drive performance. Make a meaningful impact. At the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), finance plays a vital role in helping us deliver our purpose of regulating nursing and midwifery professionals in the public interest. We're strengthening our Finance Business Partnering function and are looking for two exceptional finance professionals to join us in newly enhanced strategic roles. Whether you're an experienced strategic finance leader looking to influence organisation-wide decisions, or a commercially minded finance partner with a passion for operational insight and transformation, these opportunities offer the chance to make a real difference in a complex and evolving organisation. About the Team Our Finance team is transforming the way financial insight supports decision-making across the NMC. We are moving beyond traditional reporting to become trusted advisers, helping leaders understand performance, manage risk, optimise resources and make informed decisions that deliver lasting value. Working in partnership with colleagues across the organisation, our Finance Business Partners provide robust challenge, meaningful analysis and forward-looking insight that helps shape strategy, improve performance and support delivery of our organisational priorities. You'll join a collaborative, ambitious team that values integrity, accountability, inclusion and continuous improvement. Your Role & Impact Senior Finance Business Partner As a Senior Finance Business Partner, you'll be a key strategic adviser to Executive Directors and senior leaders, providing financial leadership that influences major decisions across the organisation. You'll lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning processes while delivering sophisticated analysis, modelling and scenario planning that helps leaders understand risks, opportunities and strategic trade-offs. You'll challenge assumptions, support investment decisions and help drive a culture of financial accountability and performance. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys operating at a strategic level, influencing senior stakeholders and translating complex financial information into clear, actionable insight. Key areas of impact include: Strategic business partnering with Executive Directors and senior leadership teams Leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes Financial modelling, scenario analysis and business case development Driving organisational performance through insightful reporting and challenge Supporting financial governance, risk management and continuous improvement Developing and mentoring finance colleagues Operational Finance Business Partner This newly created role offers a unique opportunity to embed financial expertise directly within our Professional Regulation Directorate. As the Operational Finance Business Partner, you'll work closely with operational leaders to transform how the Directorate understands its costs, workforce requirements and operational performance. You'll lead the development of activity-based costing models, workforce planning tools and benefits tracking frameworks that provide unprecedented visibility into operational performance and resource utilisation. You'll partner with senior operational stakeholders to identify opportunities, challenge assumptions and support major transformation initiatives through robust financial analysis and decision support. Key areas of impact include: Designing and implementing Activity-Based Costing methodologies Developing workforce and capacity planning models Supporting major transformation and improvement programmes Delivering detailed operational cost analysis and performance insights Enhancing forecasting accuracy through activity-based planning Identifying and quantifying cost efficiencies, benefits and operational risks Building financial capability across operational teams What You'll Bring For both roles, you'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with proven experience in finance business partnering and a track record of influencing decision-making through high-quality financial insight. You'll bring: Strong commercial and analytical thinking Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills The confidence to provide constructive challenge at senior levels Advanced financial modelling and problem-solving capability The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance audiences A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach Experience operating successfully within complex and changing environments Senior Finance Business Partner You'll additionally have experience of: Partnering with Executive Directors and senior leadership teams Leading budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning processes Building sophisticated financial models and scenario analysis Supporting investment decisions, business cases and organisational change Leading or developing finance teams Operational Finance Business Partner You'll additionally have experience of: Activity-Based Costing (ABC) or similar unit-costing methodologies Workforce and capacity modelling Financial analysis within operational or service delivery environments Benefits realisation and transformation programme support Linking operational performance drivers to financial outcomes Why Join Us? You'll be joining an organisation committed to making a positive difference to public protection and professional regulation. In return, we offer meaningful work, opportunities for professional development and the chance to influence decisions that have a significant organisational impact. If you're looking for a role where your financial expertise can help shape strategy, improve performance and drive meaningful change, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits 30 days annual leave Enhanced Pension Contributions via our attractive Pension Scheme - with a basic 8% employer contribution as standard which increases up to 14% with optional added Employee Contributions Life Insurance - 4 x current salary Hybrid working Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave 24 Hours Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Perkbox membership Subsidised restaurant in our Portland Place office Season ticket loans Additional Information The role you are applying for is a flexible role, and whilst you will be posted initially to a team, this may require movement between teams as the flow of work dictates. You will of course understand that this flexible approach enables us to provide the best possible service to our registrants and reach the outcomes to our cases quickly and within a reasonable timeframe. This will not change your terms and conditions and will be discussed with you prior to you taking up the post. Hybrid Working Policy We are currently working to a policy of office attendance for two days per week with the rest of the time working from home. Before submitting your application, please ensure you are able to commit to working in one of our office locations twice per week. If you are applying for a part-time role, please pro-rata office attendance based on the number of days you would be working. Our Pay Policy It is expected that staff new to the NMC will ordinarily be appointed to the bottom of the relevant pay band. However in exceptional circumstances, it may be possible to offer a salary above the bottom of the relevant pay band but we may request proof of current earnings. Please note that we offer an annual review of salaries and adopt a generous progressive pay approach . click apply for full job details
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Finance Business Partner Our vision is for safe and effective nursing and midwifery practice across the four countries of the UK - regulated and supported by the NMC - a fit for the future organisation, with fairness and equity at the heart of everything we do. Our role is to protect the public and maintain confidence in the nursing and midwifery professions. As the largest independent regulator in Europe of more than 860,000 nursing and midwifery professionals, we have a crucial role in making this a reality. We do this by setting and promoting high education and professional standards for all future and registered nurses and midwives in the UK and nursing associates in England. We also ensure every nurse, midwife and nursing associate on our Register meets clear standards of conduct and practice which protects the public and the reputation of our professions. We have a duty to investigate concerns and to take steps to protect the public in the relatively rare instances where we need to limit or restrict a nurse, midwife or nursing associate's right to practise. We are building a new NMC with integrity, fairness, respect, equity and effectiveness at its core. We are determined to improve and modernise our culture and ways of working. This will ensure that the public and professionals feel confident in our work. Finance Business Partner Opportunities Senior Finance Business Partner & Operational Finance Business Partner Shape decisions. Drive performance. Make a meaningful impact. At the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), finance plays a vital role in helping us deliver our purpose of regulating nursing and midwifery professionals in the public interest. We're strengthening our Finance Business Partnering function and are looking for two exceptional finance professionals to join us in newly enhanced strategic roles. Whether you're an experienced strategic finance leader looking to influence organisation-wide decisions, or a commercially minded finance partner with a passion for operational insight and transformation, these opportunities offer the chance to make a real difference in a complex and evolving organisation. About the Team Our Finance team is transforming the way financial insight supports decision-making across the NMC. We are moving beyond traditional reporting to become trusted advisers, helping leaders understand performance, manage risk, optimise resources and make informed decisions that deliver lasting value. Working in partnership with colleagues across the organisation, our Finance Business Partners provide robust challenge, meaningful analysis and forward-looking insight that helps shape strategy, improve performance and support delivery of our organisational priorities. You'll join a collaborative, ambitious team that values integrity, accountability, inclusion and continuous improvement. Your Role & Impact Senior Finance Business Partner As a Senior Finance Business Partner, you'll be a key strategic adviser to Executive Directors and senior leaders, providing financial leadership that influences major decisions across the organisation. You'll lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning processes while delivering sophisticated analysis, modelling and scenario planning that helps leaders understand risks, opportunities and strategic trade-offs. You'll challenge assumptions, support investment decisions and help drive a culture of financial accountability and performance. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys operating at a strategic level, influencing senior stakeholders and translating complex financial information into clear, actionable insight. Key areas of impact include: Strategic business partnering with Executive Directors and senior leadership teams Leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes Financial modelling, scenario analysis and business case development Driving organisational performance through insightful reporting and challenge Supporting financial governance, risk management and continuous improvement Developing and mentoring finance colleagues Operational Finance Business Partner This newly created role offers a unique opportunity to embed financial expertise directly within our Professional Regulation Directorate. As the Operational Finance Business Partner, you'll work closely with operational leaders to transform how the Directorate understands its costs, workforce requirements and operational performance. You'll lead the development of activity-based costing models, workforce planning tools and benefits tracking frameworks that provide unprecedented visibility into operational performance and resource utilisation. You'll partner with senior operational stakeholders to identify opportunities, challenge assumptions and support major transformation initiatives through robust financial analysis and decision support. Key areas of impact include: Designing and implementing Activity-Based Costing methodologies Developing workforce and capacity planning models Supporting major transformation and improvement programmes Delivering detailed operational cost analysis and performance insights Enhancing forecasting accuracy through activity-based planning Identifying and quantifying cost efficiencies, benefits and operational risks Building financial capability across operational teams What You'll Bring For both roles, you'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with proven experience in finance business partnering and a track record of influencing decision-making through high-quality financial insight. You'll bring: Strong commercial and analytical thinking Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills The confidence to provide constructive challenge at senior levels Advanced financial modelling and problem-solving capability The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance audiences A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach Experience operating successfully within complex and changing environments Senior Finance Business Partner You'll additionally have experience of: Partnering with Executive Directors and senior leadership teams Leading budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning processes Building sophisticated financial models and scenario analysis Supporting investment decisions, business cases and organisational change Leading or developing finance teams Operational Finance Business Partner You'll additionally have experience of: Activity-Based Costing (ABC) or similar unit-costing methodologies Workforce and capacity modelling Financial analysis within operational or service delivery environments Benefits realisation and transformation programme support Linking operational performance drivers to financial outcomes Why Join Us? You'll be joining an organisation committed to making a positive difference to public protection and professional regulation. In return, we offer meaningful work, opportunities for professional development and the chance to influence decisions that have a significant organisational impact. If you're looking for a role where your financial expertise can help shape strategy, improve performance and drive meaningful change, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits 30 days annual leave Enhanced Pension Contributions via our attractive Pension Scheme - with a basic 8% employer contribution as standard which increases up to 14% with optional added Employee Contributions Life Insurance - 4 x current salary Hybrid working Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave 24 Hours Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Perkbox membership Subsidised restaurant in our Portland Place office Season ticket loans Additional Information The role you are applying for is a flexible role, and whilst you will be posted initially to a team, this may require movement between teams as the flow of work dictates. You will of course understand that this flexible approach enables us to provide the best possible service to our registrants and reach the outcomes to our cases quickly and within a reasonable timeframe. This will not change your terms and conditions and will be discussed with you prior to you taking up the post. Hybrid Working Policy We are currently working to a policy of office attendance for two days per week with the rest of the time working from home. Before submitting your application, please ensure you are able to commit to working in one of our office locations twice per week. If you are applying for a part-time role, please pro-rata office attendance based on the number of days you would be working. Our Pay Policy It is expected that staff new to the NMC will ordinarily be appointed to the bottom of the relevant pay band. However in exceptional circumstances, it may be possible to offer a salary above the bottom of the relevant pay band but we may request proof of current earnings. Please note that we offer an annual review of salaries and adopt a generous progressive pay approach . click apply for full job details
Job Description The Independent Football Regulator The Independent Football Regulator (IFR) has been established to protect and promote the sustainability of English football, for the benefit of fans and the local communities football clubs serve. The IFR will help improve financial sustainability of clubs, ensure resilience across the leagues, and safeguard the heritage of English football. It will operate a licensing regime; set corporate governance standards and monitor, protect, and promote financial resilience. It will also enforce compliance with requirements on financial regulation, club ownership and directors, fan engagement, and heritage protection. The IFR will also have powers to prohibit clubs from joining competitions that are not fair or meritocratic, or that threaten the heritage or sustainability of English football. The Legal Team The IFR's legal team plays a core role in advising and supporting all areas of our functions. This work will include advising, amongst other issues, on the IFR's powers and obligations, current and future consultation exercises, the legal risks attaching to different regulatory strategies and approaches, regulatory investigations and enforcement, litigation and appeals, the IFR's decision-making obligations, corporate governance and wider public law issues. The Role The IFR is looking to add an additional lawyer with significant corporate law experience to add to/compliment the existing expertise within the IFR's legal function which currently comprises 8 lawyers with a range of public, regulatory, commercial and litigation skills/backgrounds. The role will be b based in our Manchester office. Essential Requirements Post qualification experience advising on corporate law matters including the following: complex corporate ownership structures mergers and acquisitions/investments including in a multi-jurisdictional setting corporate governance and decision-making processes general corporate advisory work, including advising on the Companies Act 2006 The ability to work effectively in a wider team and build trusted relationships with colleagues, clients and others Have a track record of picking up new and complex areas of legal work quickly and providing context-appropriate corporate advice in high-profile and fast-moving situations. The ability to effectively managing legal risk, providing sound legal direction, leadership and oversight to ensure quality outcomes. Creative thinking and excellent judgement to deliver authoritative and credible legal advice, at pace, to facilitate practical solutions. Desirable Skills Experience in public law (ideally working for a regulator) and/or insolvency law Academic and Professional Qualifications Applicants should have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in their first degree, in any subject. Where an applicant holds an overseas degree qualification this should be equivalent to a 2:2 degree. We will consider applicants who do not have a 2:2 degree but only where satisfactory evidence of equivalent high level academic and/or professional achievement can be provided (e.g. via relevant experience and results achieved for the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)/CPE, Legal Practice Course (LPC), Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC . Applicants must be qualified to practise as a Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive in England and Wales however, we also accept applications from overseas qualified candidates. You must have completed a training contract/pupillage/qualifying employment or have been exempted from this by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board or CILEx. Please note that candidates cannot apply more than 3 months before their qualification date. Professional entry criteria for Chartered Legal Executives (i.e. Fellows): Chartered Legal Executives are eligible to apply where (i) a Qualifying Law Degree (QLD) is held; or (ii) the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)/CPE has been completed; or (iii) where exams have been passed (i.e. a score of 50% or above achieved), at CILEx Level 6 , in all of the following seven foundation subjects in law: Contract Law; Criminal Law; Equity and Trusts Law; European Union Law; Land Law; Public Law; Law of Tort Note: There are specific requirements relating to academic achievement in the CILEx Level 6 exams where these are being used to demonstrate 2:2 degree equivalence. Chartered Legal Executives should note that we will be willing to accept an overall average score of 65% or above across exams passed in the seven foundation subjects in law (where studied at CILEx Level 6) as demonstrating 2.2 degree equivalence, where a 2.2 degree is not held. Information Session We are running an information session where prospective applicants can find out more about the role. This will be hosted by members of the IFR legal team and will take place on: Wednesday 1st July at 10.00am The session will be an opportunity to hear more about the role, the team and wider directorate and the department. It will also be an opportunity for you to ask any questions. Please register your interest by filling out this form and you will be sent an invitation. The invites will be sent the night before the session. The sessions are not recorded. Please note that the session will not focus on the IFR recruitment process - please direct any queries that you have on this topic (timelines, reasonable adjustments, onboarding etc) to Terms and Conditions of Employment If successful you will join a Non Departmental Public Body and will be employed as a Public Servant. If you are an existing Civil Servant or a DCMS employee you will no longer have access to Civil Service benefits including the Civil Service pension. The terms and conditions of employment include: Pension 12% An employee contribution of 5%, with an employer contribution of 7%. Flexible Benefit 8% Employees can choose to invest 8% of their base salary into their pension, or take as cash (post tax) Reward we will have a performance based reward programme. 31.5 days annual leave Flexible and hybrid working, 40% in office attendance Occupational sick pay 9 months paid Maternity Leave + generous paternity and adoption leave. A bespoke L&D programme to help you achieve your personal CPD, including paid membership fees Cycle-to-work scheme and much more! How to Apply To apply for this vacancy, you will need to submit the following documents which will assessed against experience ACV setting out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements. Please ensure you provide employment history that relates to the essential and desirable criteria, and that any gaps in employment history within the last 2 years are explained. The CV should not exceed more than 2 x A4 pages and you should insert your CV into the "Job History" section on Civil Service Jobs on the Civil Service Jobs application form. A Statement of Suitability (a maximum of 500 words) explaining how you consider your personal skills, qualities and experience provide evidence of your suitability for the role in reference to the essential requirements highlighted and explain how you consider your personal skills, qualities and experience evidence your suitability. You may also choose to reference the desirable skills listed however these will not be considered in the assessment of your application except in circumstances where there are a high number and calibre of candidates. For the shortlist, we will select applicants demonstrating the best fit for the role by considering the evidence provided in your application. In the event of a large number of applicants, an initial review will be conducted on the statement of suitability only. Those who are successful in the initial review will then be scored on all elements of the application. The Interview The interview process will consist of two rounds: First Round A presentation with a Q&A session followed by competency-style questions. The presentation title and competency questions will be sent out in advance of the interview. Second round A more general discussion around your CV and experience. Your first round interview will take place online and your second round interview will take place in person at the IFR's Manchester Office. Further Information A reserve list may be held for a period of 12 months from which further appointments can be made. The IFR has a location neutral pay scale. For more information on this, please see the 'Candidate Information Pack' attached. Reasonable Adjustments We are committed to supporting candidates so they can perform at their best throughout the recruitment process. This includes making reasonable adjustments to our process. To request an adjustment, please email Accessibility If you are experiencing accessibility difficulties with any of the attachments, please contact us. Contact details can be found in the 'contact point for applicants' section of the job advert. Feedback . click apply for full job details
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Job Description The Independent Football Regulator The Independent Football Regulator (IFR) has been established to protect and promote the sustainability of English football, for the benefit of fans and the local communities football clubs serve. The IFR will help improve financial sustainability of clubs, ensure resilience across the leagues, and safeguard the heritage of English football. It will operate a licensing regime; set corporate governance standards and monitor, protect, and promote financial resilience. It will also enforce compliance with requirements on financial regulation, club ownership and directors, fan engagement, and heritage protection. The IFR will also have powers to prohibit clubs from joining competitions that are not fair or meritocratic, or that threaten the heritage or sustainability of English football. The Legal Team The IFR's legal team plays a core role in advising and supporting all areas of our functions. This work will include advising, amongst other issues, on the IFR's powers and obligations, current and future consultation exercises, the legal risks attaching to different regulatory strategies and approaches, regulatory investigations and enforcement, litigation and appeals, the IFR's decision-making obligations, corporate governance and wider public law issues. The Role The IFR is looking to add an additional lawyer with significant corporate law experience to add to/compliment the existing expertise within the IFR's legal function which currently comprises 8 lawyers with a range of public, regulatory, commercial and litigation skills/backgrounds. The role will be b based in our Manchester office. Essential Requirements Post qualification experience advising on corporate law matters including the following: complex corporate ownership structures mergers and acquisitions/investments including in a multi-jurisdictional setting corporate governance and decision-making processes general corporate advisory work, including advising on the Companies Act 2006 The ability to work effectively in a wider team and build trusted relationships with colleagues, clients and others Have a track record of picking up new and complex areas of legal work quickly and providing context-appropriate corporate advice in high-profile and fast-moving situations. The ability to effectively managing legal risk, providing sound legal direction, leadership and oversight to ensure quality outcomes. Creative thinking and excellent judgement to deliver authoritative and credible legal advice, at pace, to facilitate practical solutions. Desirable Skills Experience in public law (ideally working for a regulator) and/or insolvency law Academic and Professional Qualifications Applicants should have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in their first degree, in any subject. Where an applicant holds an overseas degree qualification this should be equivalent to a 2:2 degree. We will consider applicants who do not have a 2:2 degree but only where satisfactory evidence of equivalent high level academic and/or professional achievement can be provided (e.g. via relevant experience and results achieved for the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)/CPE, Legal Practice Course (LPC), Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC . Applicants must be qualified to practise as a Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive in England and Wales however, we also accept applications from overseas qualified candidates. You must have completed a training contract/pupillage/qualifying employment or have been exempted from this by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board or CILEx. Please note that candidates cannot apply more than 3 months before their qualification date. Professional entry criteria for Chartered Legal Executives (i.e. Fellows): Chartered Legal Executives are eligible to apply where (i) a Qualifying Law Degree (QLD) is held; or (ii) the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)/CPE has been completed; or (iii) where exams have been passed (i.e. a score of 50% or above achieved), at CILEx Level 6 , in all of the following seven foundation subjects in law: Contract Law; Criminal Law; Equity and Trusts Law; European Union Law; Land Law; Public Law; Law of Tort Note: There are specific requirements relating to academic achievement in the CILEx Level 6 exams where these are being used to demonstrate 2:2 degree equivalence. Chartered Legal Executives should note that we will be willing to accept an overall average score of 65% or above across exams passed in the seven foundation subjects in law (where studied at CILEx Level 6) as demonstrating 2.2 degree equivalence, where a 2.2 degree is not held. Information Session We are running an information session where prospective applicants can find out more about the role. This will be hosted by members of the IFR legal team and will take place on: Wednesday 1st July at 10.00am The session will be an opportunity to hear more about the role, the team and wider directorate and the department. It will also be an opportunity for you to ask any questions. Please register your interest by filling out this form and you will be sent an invitation. The invites will be sent the night before the session. The sessions are not recorded. Please note that the session will not focus on the IFR recruitment process - please direct any queries that you have on this topic (timelines, reasonable adjustments, onboarding etc) to Terms and Conditions of Employment If successful you will join a Non Departmental Public Body and will be employed as a Public Servant. If you are an existing Civil Servant or a DCMS employee you will no longer have access to Civil Service benefits including the Civil Service pension. The terms and conditions of employment include: Pension 12% An employee contribution of 5%, with an employer contribution of 7%. Flexible Benefit 8% Employees can choose to invest 8% of their base salary into their pension, or take as cash (post tax) Reward we will have a performance based reward programme. 31.5 days annual leave Flexible and hybrid working, 40% in office attendance Occupational sick pay 9 months paid Maternity Leave + generous paternity and adoption leave. A bespoke L&D programme to help you achieve your personal CPD, including paid membership fees Cycle-to-work scheme and much more! How to Apply To apply for this vacancy, you will need to submit the following documents which will assessed against experience ACV setting out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements. Please ensure you provide employment history that relates to the essential and desirable criteria, and that any gaps in employment history within the last 2 years are explained. The CV should not exceed more than 2 x A4 pages and you should insert your CV into the "Job History" section on Civil Service Jobs on the Civil Service Jobs application form. A Statement of Suitability (a maximum of 500 words) explaining how you consider your personal skills, qualities and experience provide evidence of your suitability for the role in reference to the essential requirements highlighted and explain how you consider your personal skills, qualities and experience evidence your suitability. You may also choose to reference the desirable skills listed however these will not be considered in the assessment of your application except in circumstances where there are a high number and calibre of candidates. For the shortlist, we will select applicants demonstrating the best fit for the role by considering the evidence provided in your application. In the event of a large number of applicants, an initial review will be conducted on the statement of suitability only. Those who are successful in the initial review will then be scored on all elements of the application. The Interview The interview process will consist of two rounds: First Round A presentation with a Q&A session followed by competency-style questions. The presentation title and competency questions will be sent out in advance of the interview. Second round A more general discussion around your CV and experience. Your first round interview will take place online and your second round interview will take place in person at the IFR's Manchester Office. Further Information A reserve list may be held for a period of 12 months from which further appointments can be made. The IFR has a location neutral pay scale. For more information on this, please see the 'Candidate Information Pack' attached. Reasonable Adjustments We are committed to supporting candidates so they can perform at their best throughout the recruitment process. This includes making reasonable adjustments to our process. To request an adjustment, please email Accessibility If you are experiencing accessibility difficulties with any of the attachments, please contact us. Contact details can be found in the 'contact point for applicants' section of the job advert. Feedback . click apply for full job details
Financial Controller Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 per annum Location: Runcorn Role Type- : Full Time Role summary MedPal is looking to appoint a capable, hands-on Financial Controller to help manage the finance function and provide the CFO with reliable, timely and accurate financial information. This is a hands-on role working within a small team consisting of yourself and a Finance Assistant. The business needs someone who can lead the day-to-day finance operation, manage the monthly reporting cycle, strengthen controls and remain sufficiently close to the detail to ensure the numbers are accurate, timely and reliable. The successful candidate will be responsible for the monthly reporting process, financial controls, month-end processes, reconciliations, payroll oversight, VAT, supplier payments and the day-to-day running of the finance team. They will also support the CFO with board reporting, forecasting, budgeting, fundraising support and statutory reporting requirements. The role requires a strong technical and control-focused finance professional who can bring rigor to reporting, accounting processes, statutory requirements and group reporting, while supporting the CFO on wider commercial finance matters. Key responsibilities Include but are not limited to: • Lead and manage the day-to-day finance function • Maintain strong financial controls across the business • Improve finance processes, systems and reporting routines • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes • Ensure accurate processing of invoices, payments, expenses and bank reconciliations • Manage and support the Accounts Assistant • Ensure finance deadlines and reporting requirements are met • Own the month-end close process • Prepare monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet and cash flow) • Complete and review balance sheet reconciliations • Produce monthly reporting packs for senior leadership and the board • Deliver variance analysis against budget and forecasts • Support year-end statutory accounts and external audit processes • Lead on technical accounting and IFRS matters where required • Liaise with auditors, tax advisers and external stakeholders • Support cash flow forecasting and working capital management • Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling • Monitor financial performance and identify risks and opportunities • Oversee VAT, payroll, PAYE and compliance processes • Improve use of Xero, reporting structures and finance system automation Person specification The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant, likely ACA, ACCA or CIMA, with strong experience in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar role. They must be comfortable in a hands-on SME environment where the finance function is still developing and where practical involvement, ownership and attention to detail are required. Essential experience • Qualified accountant or qualified by experience with strong relevant background. • Strong financial control and reporting experience. • Good balance sheet control and reconciliation discipline. • Experience leading month-end close. • Strong management accounts experience. • Strong technical accounting knowledge. • Experience with statutory accounts and audit processes. • Good understanding of IFRS and consolidations, or the ability to lead these areas with support from advisers where needed. • Strong cash flow and working capital awareness. • Experience managing finance support staff. • Strong Excel skills. • Comfortable working in a fast-moving, growing business. Desirable experience • Experience in healthcare, pharmacy, technology or regulated environments. • Experience with AIM-listed companies or group reporting. • Experience improving finance systems and processes. • Experience supporting fundraising, investor reporting or lender reporting. • Organised and deadline driven. You may have previous experience in: Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Senior Finance Manager, Management Accountant, Company Accountant, Group Accountant, Finance Business Partner, Head of Finance, Commercial Accountant, Senior Accountant, Assistant Financial Controller, Financial Reporting Manager, Finance Operations Manager, Accounts Manager, Group Finance Manager etc REF-(Apply online only)
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 per annum Location: Runcorn Role Type- : Full Time Role summary MedPal is looking to appoint a capable, hands-on Financial Controller to help manage the finance function and provide the CFO with reliable, timely and accurate financial information. This is a hands-on role working within a small team consisting of yourself and a Finance Assistant. The business needs someone who can lead the day-to-day finance operation, manage the monthly reporting cycle, strengthen controls and remain sufficiently close to the detail to ensure the numbers are accurate, timely and reliable. The successful candidate will be responsible for the monthly reporting process, financial controls, month-end processes, reconciliations, payroll oversight, VAT, supplier payments and the day-to-day running of the finance team. They will also support the CFO with board reporting, forecasting, budgeting, fundraising support and statutory reporting requirements. The role requires a strong technical and control-focused finance professional who can bring rigor to reporting, accounting processes, statutory requirements and group reporting, while supporting the CFO on wider commercial finance matters. Key responsibilities Include but are not limited to: • Lead and manage the day-to-day finance function • Maintain strong financial controls across the business • Improve finance processes, systems and reporting routines • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes • Ensure accurate processing of invoices, payments, expenses and bank reconciliations • Manage and support the Accounts Assistant • Ensure finance deadlines and reporting requirements are met • Own the month-end close process • Prepare monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet and cash flow) • Complete and review balance sheet reconciliations • Produce monthly reporting packs for senior leadership and the board • Deliver variance analysis against budget and forecasts • Support year-end statutory accounts and external audit processes • Lead on technical accounting and IFRS matters where required • Liaise with auditors, tax advisers and external stakeholders • Support cash flow forecasting and working capital management • Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling • Monitor financial performance and identify risks and opportunities • Oversee VAT, payroll, PAYE and compliance processes • Improve use of Xero, reporting structures and finance system automation Person specification The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant, likely ACA, ACCA or CIMA, with strong experience in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar role. They must be comfortable in a hands-on SME environment where the finance function is still developing and where practical involvement, ownership and attention to detail are required. Essential experience • Qualified accountant or qualified by experience with strong relevant background. • Strong financial control and reporting experience. • Good balance sheet control and reconciliation discipline. • Experience leading month-end close. • Strong management accounts experience. • Strong technical accounting knowledge. • Experience with statutory accounts and audit processes. • Good understanding of IFRS and consolidations, or the ability to lead these areas with support from advisers where needed. • Strong cash flow and working capital awareness. • Experience managing finance support staff. • Strong Excel skills. • Comfortable working in a fast-moving, growing business. Desirable experience • Experience in healthcare, pharmacy, technology or regulated environments. • Experience with AIM-listed companies or group reporting. • Experience improving finance systems and processes. • Experience supporting fundraising, investor reporting or lender reporting. • Organised and deadline driven. You may have previous experience in: Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Senior Finance Manager, Management Accountant, Company Accountant, Group Accountant, Finance Business Partner, Head of Finance, Commercial Accountant, Senior Accountant, Assistant Financial Controller, Financial Reporting Manager, Finance Operations Manager, Accounts Manager, Group Finance Manager etc REF-(Apply online only)
