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Head of Sales Grocery & International (Challenger Brand) Leeds / Hybrid £100,000 - £120,000 + bonus (15% with stretch to 25%) We re partnering with a high-growth challenger food brand that s entering a genuine scale-up phase. Founder-led, entrepreneurial and demand-backed, the business is now building the commercial structure to accelerate growth across UK Grocery and international territories. The Head of Sales role will report into the MD, owning the numbers, setting the strategy, and helping shape the next chapter of growth. While this is a leadership position, it s not an ivory tower role, you ll need to be comfortable staying close to key customers and managing the most important account whilst opening doors at senior level. You will manage a team of 3 National Account Managers. The business has a strong turnover already, with on going pitches to UK Retail (including an established international retail relationship), but the major growth is in UK Grocery with clear ambitions to scale significantly over the next 3 5 years, including an expansion into new categories Key Responsibilities: Own the commercial number for the UK Grocery business and support the international retail relationship Build and execute the customer strategy with a focus on unlocking Top 4 growth (Tesco/Waitrose-level) Develop and lead the JBP approach, ensuring plans align with brand, category and margin ambitions Lead and coach the commercial team (including NAMs and sales support), building a high-performance culture Strengthen the business route-to-market and customer mix, ensuring focus and clarity across accounts Work closely with internal stakeholders across finance, supply chain, operations and NPD to deliver sustainable growth Bring structure and pace without overcomplicating process pragmatic leadership in a scaling environment Be willing to own a select number of key relationships personally, particularly during strategic growth phases Qualifications: Senior commercial leadership experience in FMCG (Head of Sales / Sales Director / Controller / SNAM ready to step up) Strong UK Grocery background with credible experience opening and nurturing Top 4 relationships Confident owning P&L / margin delivery, and comfortable operating in a competitive category Commercially sharp with strong JBP and category understanding Leadership style that develops others growth mindset, coaching, and accountability Entrepreneurial approach: hands-on, adaptable, not precious, and comfortable driving change Comfortable operating in a founder-led environment with high ambition and fast decision making If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I d love to speak to you! Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career contact us today. Please get in touch with or click Apply Now to be considered for this vacancy: Call:(phone number removed) Email: (url removed) The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Director of Operations Finance & Support Services Dartington (& Torquay as required) Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, ideally Monday-Friday 08.30-16.30 Salary: £51,663.00 - £59,597.00 per annum (DOE) Are you a skilled operations professional with a background in finance? We have a brand-new opportunity at Lifeworks Charity for a Director of Operations (Finance & Support Services) click apply for full job details

In a Nutshell We have an exciting opportunity for a Financial Controller to join our team within Vistry North Midlands, at our Castle Donington office. As our Financial Controller. you will report to the Finance Director and are responsible for the production of weekly, monthly and annual financial reporting and forecasting along with management of the finance team click apply for full job details

Sewell Wallis are currently working with a well-established care provider, based on the outskirts of Leeds (East), who are looking for an Administration & Reception Coordinator. This is a varied and rewarding role that combines front-of-house responsibilities with administration and operational support. Acting as a first point of contact, you will play a key role in creating a welcoming and professional environment whilst ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the home. This is a predominantly people facing role, that will enable you build relationships and make a real difference in delivering a positive experience for residents and their families. Alongside managing reception and enquiries, you'll support a range of administrative, HR and payroll-related activities, making this an integral role within the organisation. What will you be doing? Acting as the face of the home, providing a warm, professional and welcoming experience for residents, families, visitors and external stakeholders. Managing the reception area, greeting visitors, handling enquiries and ensuring all visitors are signed in and directed appropriately. Answering incoming calls and emails, responding to enquiries and ensuring messages are passed on promptly to the relevant teams. Managing enquiries relating to potential new residents, respite care and day care services, arranging tours of the home and supporting families throughout the enquiry process. Coordinating assessments for prospective residents and maintaining accurate records and documentation. Supporting the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring all required documentation is collected and submitted within required timescales. Providing payroll administration support, including timesheets, absence records and employee paperwork. Liaising with agencies to arrange temporary staffing cover when required. Managing petty cash, maintaining accurate records and ensuring appropriate controls are followed. Coordinating meetings, training sessions and events, including room preparation and hospitality requirements. Monitoring stock levels and ordering office supplies, PPE, uniforms, stationery and other essential items. Supporting managers with general administration, compliance documentation, record keeping and day-to-day operational requirements. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience within an administration/reception position, or within a similar role. Strong communication skills with the confidence to interact with a wide range of people and a professional, approachable and friendly manner. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Word. Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records. Ability to work independently whilst supporting a wider team. Experience within a care, healthcare or social care environment would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on offer? Opportunity to join a supportive and established organisation. Friendly and collaborative working environment. Opportunity to make a genuine difference to residents, families and colleagues. Stable and rewarding long-term career opportunity. If you're an organised and people-focused professional looking for a new opportunity, then we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch with Eleanor Kirk for more details. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Our client is a fast-growing cosmetics manufacturing business with an enviable reputation for quality, innovation, and partnership. They are proud to work with some of the most exciting brands in personal care, and as their business scales, so does the ambition behind their commercial team. This is a brand-new role, created because they ve grown. They need a commercially sharp, people-first leader to take day-to-day ownership of their account management function protecting what they ve built, and driving what comes next. If you're a B2B sales leader who thrives in technically complex, relationship-driven environments and you want a role where your impact will be immediate and visible, our client would love to hear from you. Why This Role, Why Now Our client has grown significantly and this role exists because of that success. You'll step in as the single point of accountability for revenue delivery across their customer base, leading a talented team and working hand-in-hand with the Commercial Director to shape how they go to market. You'll own the relationship with their top account, lead joint business planning across all key accounts, and build the operational rigour that lets their commercial team perform at its best. This is a high-profile, high-impact position with real scope to leave your mark. What You ll Be Doing Revenue and Account Management: Own the annual revenue target across all key and managed accounts, with full accountability for delivery and forecast accuracy. Act as the senior commercial relationship holder for our client s anchor account, working closely with the dedicated Senior AM. Lead joint business planning across key accounts commercially rigorous and aligned to their growth objectives. Identify and execute growth opportunities volume, range extension, NPD listings, and new categories. Set performance standards and escalation protocols for small accounts managed via the Inside Sales Executive. Pricing and Commercial Proposals: Own the commercial approval process for complex pricing proposals involving formulation and packaging variables. Develop robust, defensible pricing models that balance margin protection with competitive positioning. Ensure the team has the tools, templates, and capability to turn around accurate proposals within agreed timescales. Team Leadership and Development: Line manage and develop a team of five, setting clear objectives, running 1:1s, and building individual development plans. Foster a high-performance, customer-first culture with strong commercial acumen at its core. Recruit and onboard commercial talent as the business continues to grow. Commercial Operations and Insight Drive accurate CRM usage and pipeline reporting across the accounts and new business team. Deliver monthly revenue forecasts, account performance reports, and risk registers to the Commercial Director and board. Work cross-functionally with operations, finance, and R&D to ensure customer commitments are deliverable and margin is protected. What They re Looking For Essential Experience: Significant B2B sales leadership experience, ideally in FMCG, personal care, cosmetics, contract manufacturing, or adjacent sectors. A proven track record managing large, complex customer accounts and protecting high-value revenue relationships. Experience leading and developing commercial teams including Account Managers and sales support functions. Strong grasp of consultative, long-cycle sales (6 12 months) involving multiple stakeholders and technical variables. Commercial fluency in pricing, margin management, and proposal development comfortable challenging numbers and building business cases. Experience working cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, or R&D in a product manufacturing environment. Highly Desirable: Background in personal care, toiletries, or beauty an understanding of formulation and packaging complexity is a real advantage. Experience managing a customer representing a disproportionately large share of revenue. Exposure to NPD commercialisation briefing, costing, and negotiating new product listings with retail or brand customers. Familiarity with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot. Benefits: 37.5 hour week; Monday Friday; 8am to 4pm Company Bonus Scheme Quarterly Incentives Long service award Company pension Employee discount Free on-site parking

Finance Manager Business Disability Forum is the leading business membership organisation in disability inclusion. We are trusted partners, working with business, Government and disabled people to improve the life experiences of disabled employees and consumers, by removing barriers to inclusion. We work with over 600 Members and Partners employing over 5 million people in the UK, and a further 16 million people worldwide. We advise, support and encourage businesses (many of them global) to become more disability smart. We influence policymakers, informed by the experiences of business and disabled people - as employees and consumers We provide evidence-based thought leadership on how business affects the lives of disabled people. We help effect changes in business practices, products, services and policies that positively impact the life experiences of disabled people and also benefit business. The role Business Disability Forum has recently restructured its corporate services function. The Finance Manager role will be a pivotal position in the newly formed Resources Directorate. This role will work closely with the Resources Director and lead on financial management. In addition, the Finance Manager will have the remit to optimise and innovate our ways of working by embedding controls, automating processes (where feasible), optimising the use of our systems and streamlining financial reporting. The requirement Strong knowledge and understanding of FRS102, Charities SORP, PAYE and VAT through experience and/or accountancy qualification. Experience of preparing monthly management reporting and year end accounts. Proven ability to prepare insightful management information packs including KPI's and dashboards. Advanced use of excel formulas. Ability to work collaboratively with peers to deliver budgets, forecast and project level analysis. For the full job description and person specification of this role and instructions on how to apply please visit our website below via the button below: How to apply Applications should be by CV and a supporting statement, of up to 400 words, detailing why you think you would be suitable for the role. If you require any adjustments to the application process please contact Barnaby Powell as set out below. Applications should be addressed to Barnaby Powell, HR & Office Manager, Business Disability Forum, Dowgate Hill House, 14-16 Dowgate Hill, London EC4R 2SU. If you are submitting your application by email please do so to Closing date for applications: 22 June 2026. First interviews are planned for the week commencing 29 June 2026. Second interviews are likely to take place in the week commencing 6 July 2026. Business Disability Forum is committed to ensuring that all its information, products and services are as accessible as possible to everyone. If you wish to discuss anything in regards to accessibility or if you require alternative formats please contact Barnaby Powell by email a or by telephone on -3020. For further information on Business Disability Forum please refer to . Equal opportunities We are committed to becoming disability-smart and an employer of choice irrespective of race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, or pregnancy and maternity. The ethical and business case of ensuring that our workforce is representative of wider society is at the heart of what we do. When we are recruiting, disabled candidates who meet all of the criteria will be offered an interview.

Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Reports to: Director of Operations Location: Westminster, London (expectation of working from our office 2-3 days a week) Salary: c£68,000, depending on experience Start date: We expect to complete interviews in July, with the successful candidate joining the team as soon as possible thereafter, subject to reference checks and notice period. How to apply: Please submit your application using our application form () by 9am UK time on Monday 22 June 2026. About CLTR The Centre for Long-Term Resilience (CLTR) is a UK-based, non-profit and independent think tank with a mission to transform global resilience to extreme AI and biological risks. We achieve this by working with governments and institutions, offering targeted, evidence-based advice designed to enhance understanding, decision-making and governance. The Role The Operations Manager is a key hire within our small but highly effective Operations Unit, sitting alongside a People Operations Manager and reporting directly to the Director of Operations. The Operations Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting CLTR's overall operations, working across units and delivering projects spanning cybersecurity, finance, administration, data protection, office management and others. This is a hands-on, generalist role suited to a skilled and self-motivated operator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable switching between strategic project management and day-to-day delivery. You will have the confidence to take on new challenges and the ability to communicate clearly with internal teams, contractors and external service providers to drive impact. You will take ownership of key operational systems and processes, lead on our internal cybersecurity and IT operations (in partnership with our external managed service provider), and support a range of compliance, administrative, and organisational improvement projects. As the organisation grows, this role will be central to building the infrastructure that supports a scaling team. What you'll do: Project & Operations Management Project manage key operational initiatives from initiation through to delivery, maintaining clear plans, timelines, and stakeholder communication. Support the Director of Operations in developing and implementing operational strategies aligned with the organisation's growth plans. Identify inefficiencies in existing systems and processes and drive improvements, ensuring the organisation is well-positioned to scale. Maintain operational documentation, process guides, and internal knowledge management systems. Cybersecurity and IT: Serve as the primary internal point of contact for our external IT and managed security service provider, ensuring service levels are maintained and issues are resolved promptly. Oversee day-to-day IT operations including device management, software licensing, onboarding/offboarding technology needs, and user support escalations. Lead the implementation and ongoing management of the organisation's cybersecurity policies and controls, in line with relevant frameworks (e.g. Cyber Essentials). Maintain and develop an asset register, acceptable use policies, access controls, and incident response procedures. Proactively identify and mitigate IT and security risks as the organisation grows, including preparing for future infrastructure needs. Coordinate internal roll out and learning around AI tools. Compliance & Governance Support Maintain and update internal policies in coordination with the Director of Operations, People Operations Manager and relevant leads. Support the People Operations Manager with HR-adjacent compliance requirements where appropriate (e.g. right to work checks, DBS, data handling). Support organisational compliance activities, including data protection (UK GDPR) and any sector-or donor-specific regulatory requirements. Assist in preparing for and managing external audits, accreditations, and due diligence processes. Office & Administrative Operations Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of office operations, including facilities management, supplier relationships, and procurement. Manage relationships with key operational suppliers and service providers, reviewing contracts and ensuring value for money. Provide flexible administrative support to the Director of Operations and wider Operations Unit as needed, with a can-do approach to varied tasks. Support the planning and logistics of internal events, offsites, and all-staff meetings. Provide flexible operational support to the Risk Management Unit (0.5 days per week) Organisational Development Contribute to scaling the organisation's operational capabilities as headcount grows, including helping to onboard new staff, implement new tools, and embed operational best practice. Play an active role in fostering a well-organised, collaborative, and mission-aligned working culture. Any other tasks as reasonably requested by your line manager. Person Specification Essential Proven track record in an operations, project management, or business management role. Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously and deliver to deadlines. Proven ability to manage IT and/or cybersecurity operations, ideally including experience working with external managed service providers. Experience supporting compliance or governance functions, including working knowledge of UK GDPR and data protection practice. Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills, with a systematic approach to documentation and process management. A self-starter mentality - comfortable with ambiguity, able to take initiative, and happy to roll up their sleeves on both strategic and administrative tasks. High agency and a proactive, ownership-driven approach - you follow through on commitments, adapt quickly, and don't wait to be told what needs doing. Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly, kindly and directly - giving and receiving feedback openly, and building strong relationships across teams and with external partners. A genuine commitment to CLTR's mission and an understanding that getting the operations right is what enables high-impact work to land. Eligible to work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to sponsor visas for this role. Desirable Experience working in a not-for-profit, think tank, research organisation, or similarly mission-driven environment. Project management qualification such as PRINCE2 or Agile. Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as Cyber Essentials, NIST, or ISO 27001. Experience supporting organisational scaling or managing change in a growing team. Strong digital literacy and experience working with tools such as Claude, Gemini, Asana and WordPress, and the ability to learn new software rapidly. Experience managing procurement and supplier contracts. Location and Travel Requirements Flexible location within the UK, with the expectation of attending our central London office at least twice-to-three times a week, including Mondays. We are open to discussing remote and flexible working arrangements with candidates. Salary and Benefits £68,000, depending on experience. If you are interested in this position, but the salary is a barrier to applying, please get in touch with our team to discuss. In addition to your salary, CLTR offers a generous benefits package which includes: 30 days annual leave, plus public holidays; £5,000 (before tax) annual wellbeing budget, for you to spend at your discretion on items such as gym membership, therapy, meditation, etc.; £3,000 annual learning and development budget, plus up to five days paid work time; £2,000 onboarding grant for equipment and supplies; A pension contribution scheme (up to 7% employer-matched contribution); Private health insurance; Group life insurance; Generous parental leave benefits; and Paid office lunches twice a week including on Mondays. Working with CLTR also comes with a commitment to caring deeply about your wellbeing, career development and overall experience working with our team, and to respect your preferred working patterns, including flexible working hours as agreed with line managers, wherever possible. How to apply To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter (no more than two sides of A4) using the application form () by 9am UK time on Monday 22 June 2026. Please use your cover letter to demonstrate how you meet the person specification, and how you would approach the responsibilities of this role in practice. We plan to conduct first round interviews online with selected candidates during the week commencing 29 June 2026. Final interviews will be held in person during the week commencing 13 July 2026 at CLTR's office in London. If you have any questions regarding the process or dates above, please contact us via Equal opportunities . click apply for full job details

Audit Client Manager Your new company HAYS are excited to be working with a well-established and growing accountancy practice seeking to recruit an experienced Audit Client Manager to join their team. Reporting to the Audit Director, this is an excellent opportunity for a motivated audit professional who enjoys managing client relationships, leading audit assignments, and developing junior staff.You will take responsibility for a varied portfolio of audit clients, working closely with partners and acting as a key point of contact for clients across a range of sectors. Your new role You will: Manage a portfolio of audit clients, ensuring high-quality service deliveryEnsure all work is delivered in a timely, accurate and efficient manner, in line with regulatory auditing standardsPlan, lead, and review audit assignments from start to completionAct as the main client contact throughout the audit process, including attending pre- and post-audit meetings.Supervise, mentor, and review the work of audit seniors and traineesLiaise with partners on technical matters, deadlines, and client requirementsIdentify opportunities to add value and support business developmentEnsure compliance with auditing standards, ethical requirements, and internal proceduresDeliver agreed KPIs in line with expectations set by management What you'll need to succeed ACA or ACCA qualified Minimum of three years' experience in a similar role, or someone ready to step up to the next level Strong audit background within an accountancy practice Proven experience managing audit assignments and client relationships Confident communicator at all levels Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workload effectively Proactive in managing personal training and development Experience supervising and developing junior team members What you'll get in return Pension - 5% employer-4% employee after three months Holidays - 36 days including BH Holiday buy back scheme available Health Cash Plan Immediate entry into the Bonus scheme Internal commission incentives Death In Service Flexible Hybrid working What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

North Yorkshire Circa 70,000 Permanent Looking for a role where you can influence strategy, shape growth and take the next step towards Finance Director level? This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established and successful manufacturing business in a pivotal leadership position. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and Board, you'll lead the finance function while playing a key role in the strategic direction of the business. Working closely with operational and commercial teams, you'll provide the financial insight, challenge and leadership needed to drive performance, support investment decisions and deliver sustainable growth. This role offers genuine succession planning towards Finance Director level, making it an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Head of Finance, Financial Controller or senior finance professional looking to broaden their influence and impact. Alongside a salary of circa 70,000, the business offers a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, wellbeing support, pension provision and salary sacrifice schemes. The Role As Head of Finance / Finance Director Designate, you will provide strategic and operational financial leadership across the organisation, acting as a trusted adviser to the Managing Director and Board. Key Responsibilities Lead the finance function, providing strategic and operational financial leadership across the business. Partner with the Managing Director and Board to support business planning, growth initiatives and key investment decisions. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cashflow management and financial performance reporting. Deliver commercial insight and analysis to improve profitability, efficiency and decision-making. Ensure robust financial controls, governance and compliance across the organisation. Develop and lead the finance team, driving continuous improvement and high performance. About You We're looking for a commercially focused finance leader who can combine strategic thinking with strong operational delivery. You will ideally have: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification Experience in a senior finance leadership role Strong financial reporting, management accounting and commercial finance expertise Proven experience partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing business decisions Strong budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management skills Experience leading and developing finance teams The ability to translate financial information into clear commercial recommendations Experience within manufacturing, food production, FMCG, engineering, distribution or another operationally focused environment would be advantageous. Why Apply? This is more than a traditional Head of Finance position. It's an opportunity to become a key member of the leadership team, influence the future direction of a successful business and position yourself for progression towards Finance Director level. If you're looking for a role where your contribution will be visible, valued and genuinely impactful, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior Accounts Technician Temporary Labour Provider Preston Office We are seeking a professionally qualified Accounts Technician to take full responsibility for the financial operations of our busy temporary labour provider business. This strategic, 4 day per week role (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30am 5:30pm, with a 1 hour lunch break) is based at our Preston office and offers a competitive salary of £40,000 per annum pro rata . You will report directly to the Managing Director and work closely with our external year end accountants. You will prepare management accounts for our main business ready for review, manage a simple grouped VAT structure, and run our in-house payroll for temporary workers (including tax, NI, Employer NI, holiday pay, deductions, loans, and all tax related compliance). You will also handle pay related queries from temporary workers via our messaging portal and very occasionally by phone in exceptional circumstances. This is a hands on, high level role in our energetic sale s driven environment. The office can be lively and noisy at times, but our operations are straightforward and efficiently managed with strong use of technology (primarily Xero and industry specific payroll software). About Us Founded in 2017, we are a leading multi-sector temporary labour supplying temporary and permanent staff to the NHS, Local Authorities, and private clients nationwide within the Health & Social Care sectors. We are growing rapidly in a supportive, streamlined, and sales-oriented workplace. The Role As the most senior account s role in the office, you will have end to end ownership of day to day accounting, financial reporting, VAT compliance, and in house payroll for our temporary and permanent workforce. You will prepare management accounts for review by our external accountants, maintain strong financial controls, and ensure full HMRC compliance across all areas. Working in a bustling sales environment, you will collaborate with the sales teams and offshore support team (who handle high volume data entry and administration) while maintaining focus and accuracy. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly/ quarterly management accounts ready for review and submission by external year end accountants Manage the full in house payroll process for temporary workers, including calculations and payments for Tax, National Insurance, Employer, holiday pay accrual and management, statutory deductions, loans, and other adjustments Answer pay-related queries from temporary workers via our messaging portal and occasionally by phone in exceptional circumstances Oversee and submit VAT returns for our simple grouped VAT company structure Review and validate invoicing, credit notes, and timesheet processing using Xero Reconcile bank accounts, invoice discount facilities, and all control accounts Prepare accruals, prepayments, P11Ds, and other statutory returns Perform credit control (mainly handled by offshore team) and resolve financial inconsistencies across our various systems Assist with bank audits and implement/ monitor financial controls Manage and quality assure any outputs from offshore team members supporting payroll, reconciliations and credit control Maintain accurate financial records on Xero and industry specific payroll software Liaise with candidates, clients, consultants, offshore teams, and external accountants as required Support ad-hoc accounting tasks and strategic financial projects Make payments and manage cash flow effectively Provide financial oversight and support to the business as the senior accounts professional in the office Managing operational cashflow across our various accounts to reduce bank lending Key Skills & Qualifications Professional qualification (AAT Level 4, ACA, ACCA, or CIMA preferred) Proven experience as an Accounts Technician, Senior Bookkeeper, or similar role with responsibility for management accounts and payroll Strong experience running in house payroll including Tax, NI, ERNI, holiday pay, deductions, and loans Experience managing a grouped VAT company and preparing/ submitting VAT returns Expertise in preparing management accounts up to the point of external accountant review High proficiency in Xero or other cloud based accounting software (essential) and experience with industry-specific payroll software (advantageous, particularly in temporary labour or Health & Social Care) Thorough knowledge of HMRC compliance, PAYE, and employment related legislation Excellent communication and interpersonal skills able to explain pay queries clearly and professionally to candidates Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to maintain accuracy in a busy environment Ability to work autonomously, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines Resilience and ability to thrive in a lively, sales oriented, occasionally noisy office Management/ supervision experience of offshore team members (beneficial) High integrity, reliability, and a proactive, problem solving mindset What We Offer Salary: £40,000 per annum pro-rata (Approximately £32,000 actual, based on 32 paid hours per week) Monthly, quarterly, and annual bonuses and incentives Regular staff events nights out, lunch clubs, race days, sporting events, etc. Modern, air conditioned office with breakout area Free onsite parking Flexible working hours within core office times where appropriate Opportunity to play a key role in a growing, successful temporary labour business Additional Information Hours : 4 days per week, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 8:30am 5:30pm (including a 1 hour lunch break; 32 paid hours per week) Reporting : Directly to the Managing Director Environment: Energetic sales office that can be noisy at times requires good focus, adaptability Location : Preston office with Friday WFH after probation Why Join Us? We celebrate success and support our people. With straightforward systems, manageable but responsible workloads, and a vibrant team, this role gives you real ownership of the finance and payroll function without unnecessary bureaucracy. If you are a qualified, experienced Accounts Technician who enjoys both the technical side (management accounts, VAT, payroll) and contributing to a growing business, we would love to hear from you. Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance Work Location: In person

Financial Controller Location: Warrington, Cheshire (with occasional travel to UK and European sites) Salary: Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits Job Type: Full Time The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially focused Financial Controller to lead the finance function of a growing, multi-site business operating across the UK and Europe. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, with close collaboration across the wider finance leadership team, this role offers both strategic and operational responsibility within a complex and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, strengthening governance, improving reporting and supporting future growth initiatives. This position offers a clear progression pathway for an ambitious finance professional seeking to advance into a Finance Director role within the next 18-24 months. Key Responsibilities Financial Control & Governance Lead, mentor and develop the finance team. Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and planning activities. Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. Monitor cash flow, working capital and overall financial performance. Support group reporting, consolidation and audit requirements. Ensure robust financial controls, compliance and governance frameworks are maintained. Commercial & Strategic Leadership Partner with senior leadership to provide financial insight, challenge and support. Deliver meaningful management reporting across business units, locations and operational activities. Support pricing decisions, profitability analysis and cost improvement initiatives. Contribute to strategic planning, business improvement projects and investment decisions. Support growth, acquisition and integration activities where required. Present financial performance, forecasts and recommendations to senior stakeholders. Multi-Site & International Operations Provide financial oversight across UK and European operations. Drive consistency in reporting processes across multiple legal entities. Ensure compliance with statutory and group reporting requirements. Strengthen internal controls and financial governance across the business. Systems, Processes & Data Drive improvements in finance systems, reporting tools and management information. Enhance financial visibility and reporting capability. Support automation and digital transformation initiatives. Improve reporting efficiency, controls and data quality. Risk Management & Compliance Maintain strong financial control environments. Manage credit risk, compliance obligations and contractual exposure. Support internal and external audit processes. Ensure adherence to governance, compliance and reporting standards. About You Essential Requirements Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA). Minimum five years' experience in a senior finance leadership role, such as Financial Controller, Head of Finance or equivalent. Experience within a business with revenues exceeding £50 million. Desirable Requirements Experience within logistics, transport, freight, supply chain, manufacturing or other operational sectors. Exposure to European accounting environments. Experience supporting group consolidation activities.

40,000 - 50,000 + Benefits Full Time Permanent Are you a Management Accountant looking for a role where you can have a genuine impact on business performance, work closely with senior leadership and develop your career within a growing organisation? We're recruiting for a Management Accountant to join a successful and well-established business, working directly alongside the Finance Director to provide accurate financial reporting, commercial insight and operational support across the wider business. This is far more than a traditional reporting role. You'll be involved in management accounts, forecasting, cashflow management, KPI reporting and business partnering, helping to drive informed decision-making and support future growth. If you enjoy combining strong financial control with commercial thinking and want a position where your contribution is visible and valued, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As Management Accountant, you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function and ensuring the business has access to accurate and timely financial information. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cashflow reporting Producing financial analysis and variance reporting against budgets, forecasts and previous periods Preparing management information and KPI reports to support business performance Maintaining and reconciling balance sheet accounts Managing accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and control accounts Supporting annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting processes Producing and maintaining rolling cashflow forecasts Supporting treasury activities, banking arrangements and payment processes Reviewing VAT returns and supporting year-end audit requirements Providing financial analysis to operational managers and stakeholders Monitoring overhead costs and identifying opportunities for improvement Supporting capital expenditure reporting and business case analysis Assisting with financial controls, governance and process improvements Providing support and guidance across the wider finance function Deputising for the Finance Director when required About You You'll be comfortable producing management accounts, analysing financial performance and working with stakeholders across the business to support decision-making. We're looking for someone who enjoys taking ownership, has strong attention to detail and can balance financial control with a commercial mindset. You'll be confident working with financial data, identifying trends and providing insight that helps drive business performance. Whether you're looking to step into a broader role or further develop your experience within a commercially focused finance team, this opportunity offers excellent exposure and responsibility. What's On Offer? Salary of 40,000 - 50,000 Generous holiday entitlement Healthcare and wellbeing benefits Enhanced pension scheme Access to employee savings and benefits programmes Opportunity to work directly with an experienced Finance Director Broad and varied role with exposure across the full finance function Involvement in strategic and commercial decision-making Supportive and collaborative working environment Genuine long-term career development opportunities Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for a Management Accountant who wants more than a reporting role. You'll have the chance to influence decision-making, support operational performance and work closely with senior leadership while developing your own skills and career within a successful business. If you're looking for a Management Accountant position where your work will make a visible difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.

Financial Controller Crawley Up to £70,000 + Benefits With continued investment, ambitious growth plans and a commitment to developing its people, our client is preparing to appoint a Financial Controller into a newly created position which will play a key role in supporting the next phase of the company's development. This successful privately owned business has built an excellent reputation within its sector and is recognised for its warm and supportive culture, approachable leadership team and long-serving employees. As the business continues to grow, this newly created role offers the opportunity to join at an exciting stage of its journey and play a key role in shaping the finance function for the future. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely with the senior leadership team, you will oversee the finance function whilst providing both strategic and operational financial leadership. Alongside managing a small finance team, you will lead several key projects including the implementation of a new accounting system and the continued development of financial controls and reporting. Why Apply? Newly created Financial Controller position Salary up to £70,000 plus benefits 21 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Christmas bonus Dedicated on-site parking Primarily office-based, providing regular interaction with the leadership team Growing privately owned business with ambitious plans Warm and supportive working environment Opportunity to lead systems and process improvement projects Significant exposure to commercial decision-making Long-term career development opportunities Key Responsibilities Ownership of the monthly management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting Production of insightful financial reporting to support business decision-making Management of VAT, payroll, statutory compliance and relationships with external advisers Supporting operational teams with margin analysis, pricing decisions and commercial reporting Oversight of inventory accounting, stock valuation and financial controls relating to stock holdings Leading the implementation of a new accounting system and ongoing process improvements Supporting strategic projects and business growth initiatives Managing and developing a small finance team whilst acting as a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team About You ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Previous experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar senior finance role Strong financial reporting and management accounting experience Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, distribution, wholesale or similar product-based environment would be highly beneficial Exposure to inventory accounting, stock valuation and margin analysis Strong systems and process improvement experience Commercially aware with the ability to influence decision-making Comfortable operating at both a strategic and hands-on level Positive and approachable management style The Opportunity Opportunities such as this rarely become available within businesses of this nature. The successful candidate will join a profitable and growing organisation where finance is valued, leadership is accessible and individual contribution is genuinely recognised. This is far more than a traditional Financial Controller position. It offers the opportunity to help shape the future of the finance function, influence key business decisions and play an active role in the company's continued growth and success. If you are seeking a position where you can make a visible impact, enjoy genuine autonomy and work closely with an experienced leadership team, we would be delighted to hear from you. Location: Based in Crawley this Financial Controller role is commutable from Redhill, Reigate, Horsham, Horley, East Grinstead and surrounding areas. Please note this is largely office based. Please contact Fletcher George at your earliest convenience for a confidential discussion. Interviews are expected to commence soon and we anticipate a high level of interest in this opportunity. Applicants should have the right to work in the UK. Salary and benefits package will be discussed in confidence by Fletcher George. Fletcher George is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. Referrals are welcome - you can receive up to £500 of Amazon or John Lewis vouchers when we successfully place your referral, just make sure they mention you when they register. The full details of Fletcher George s referral scheme is on our website.

EMpower is a global philanthropic foundation that partners with organisations across 15 emerging market countries who are focused on solutions that integrate the voices and experiences of marginalised young people, especially girls, aged between 10-24 years. We provide grants and capacity building support to local organisations working to strengthen education and livelihoods of young people across Africa, Asia, Latin America and Turkey. EMpower's fundraising proposition is proven and highly differentiated - we invest in local partner organisations for 10 years; a long-term approach that dramatically improved outcomes whilst also demonstrating short term progress. Significantly, we have the unique advantage that our fundraising, administration and management costs are covered by our Board of Directors, which means that every penny donated goes to where it is needed most. This proposition and our recent investment into fundraising means that our income has tripled over the last 10 years. We are raising more money than ever before through our flagship annual dinners in New York, London, Hong Kong and Singapore; in London last year we raised £2.2m in 20 min! We have attracted new large-scale corporate donors on top of maintaining our traditional areas of relationship-based fundraising success, including HNWI from the finance sector. Yet we know we are still only scratching the surface of what's possible. This Director of Fundraising, UK role will take responsibility for all UK income streams including corporates, trusts and foundations, institutional funders, events and HNWIs. You will inherit a small but strong existing UK team, a burgeoning pipeline and a passionate and well-connected Board of Directors and volunteer network. In this role, you will drive the highest level of strategy discussions within the team, whilst still providing hands-on leadership, vision and accountability to push forward existing and new business opportunities. The position is a key member of the fundraising senior leadership team, sharing collective responsibility for delivering income to achieve the organisation's strategy and vision. When thinking about the profile of individuals who would be well suited to this role and who will bring our fundraising in the UK to the next level, it is likely you will have substantial fundraising and leadership experience, with a clear track record of securing funds from high value donors. Your expertise may come from any of the major donor income streams, including statutory foundations, private trusts, corporates or HNWIs. You will bring strategic thinking, ambition and excellent people leadership skills, alongside the ability to successfully (and comfortably) move between strategic spheres and hands-on operational delivery, holding strong personal accountability to drive results. Experience of successfully operating within a complex global context or team structure would be highly advantageous. To read more about our work and the specifics of this role and team plus how to apply, please download the full appointment brief.

We are delighted to be supporting our well established client, who have a an opportunity for a P/T Trainee Management Accountant. Working 3 days a week ideally Monday - Wednesday, the role will support the Finance Director and wider finance team with the preparation of management accounts, financial reporting, VAT information, budgeting, forecasting, cash forecasting, reconciliations, journals, accruals and prepayments. This role does not require a fully qualified accountant, rather someone with a good finance grounding and the ability to work accurately with numbers. Ideally, you will have had some exposure to month-end, reconciliations, reporting or management accounts The role would suit someone who is early to mid-stage in their accounting career, possibly studying towards ACCA, CIMA or ACA, or genuinely interested in doing so. You will ideally have the following key skills and experience: Good numerical and analytical skills Strong attention to detail Good Excel skills and confidence using accounting systems Some finance experience, ideally with exposure to month-end or management accounts Willingness to ask questions, take feedback and keep improving A proactive and organised approach Good communication skills and confidence working with colleagues across the business The following career history/job background would be ideal for the opportunity: Assistant Accountant Accounts Assistant with month-end exposure Finance Assistant looking to step into management accounts Junior Management Accountant Part-qualified Accountant looking for a part-time role The salary range is 30,000 to 35,000 full-time equivalent, pro rata for the agreed part-time hours You will also receive an excellent benefits package, training and development. Please send your CV and application if you are looking for a permanent , part-time opportunity. INDPERM

Sewell Wallis are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join a successful and growing business based on the outskirts of Bradford (Northwest), on an initial 3-month fixed-term contract, with the potential to extend to 6 months depending on business requirements. Working with a portfolio of well-known brands, this business has experienced significant growth and continues to go from strength to strength and they pride themselves on their collaborative culture. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable professional who enjoys working in a high-volume environment and is available to start immediately. Experience using Sage200 is also highly desirable. What will you be doing? Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently. Managing utility invoices and ensuring costs are correctly allocated across multiple entities and business areas. Supporting payment runs, ensuring payments are processed within agreed timescales. Reconciling supplier statements and investigating discrepancies. Managing invoice queries and liaising with both suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure prompt resolution. Processing fixed asset invoices and ensuring accurate coding and reporting. Assisting with analysis of costs and expenditure across different business units. Supporting month-end processes relating to Accounts Payable activities. Maintaining accurate supplier records and ensuring financial information is up to date. Identifying and resolving issues proactively within the purchase ledger function. Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties as required. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger role. Experience using Sage200. Confidence working within a high-volume invoice processing environment. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively within a busy finance function. What's on offer? Initial 3-month contract with the potential to extend to 6 months. Opportunity to join a growing and highly successful business. Exposure to a fast-paced and commercially focused finance environment. Supportive, collaborative and friendly finance team. Immediate start opportunity. If you're an experienced Accounts Payable professional and are available for a shorter-term contract opportunity within a thriving and supportive business, then please apply now or contact Eleanor Kirk for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Description Deal Origination Lead (Director level opportunity - Corporate finance business development)Leeds or Sheffield.£70,000 - £100,000 base depending on experience and sector knowledge, plus significant, uncapped bonus opportunities. (Full reward package discussed during application stage).About us Translink Corporate Finance UK brings together a 25 strong team of M&A specialists. We advise on a range of private company M&A with sector expertise across technology, business services, industrials, energy and healthcare. As part of BHP and the wider Sumer Group, we offer clients the strength of a national platform with the agility and personal service of a specialist advisory team. We are an award-winning practice, over the years we have been awarded several accolades such as Corporate Finance Advisory Team of the Year and Deal of the Year (£25m+).We are also officially certified as a Great Place to Work, reflecting our commitment to building a high-performing, collaborative and supportive environment. At Translink, we're ambitious about growth, but we're focused on growing the right way. The Opportunity We're looking for a commercially minded, relationship-led professional to join our Corporate Finance team in a newly created role focused on generating high-quality opportunities across the business. This is not a traditional sales role. It's about building trusted relationships, spotting opportunities early and starting conversations that lead to valuable advisory work, whilst contributing to building the firms origination engine. You'll work alongside some of the region's most experienced Corporate Finance professionals, connecting ambitious business owners, investors and intermediaries with the expertise they need to achieve their next stage of growth. Blending strategy with hands-on execution, you'll have the freedom to shape our approach to origination while helping build a scalable platform for future growth. From day one, you'll play a hands-on role in originating opportunities and, over time, help introduce more structured and scalable ways of working. If you enjoy opening doors, connecting people and influencing outcomes, you'll thrive in this role which also has the potential for leadership and equity participation, impact dependant. What You'll do Lead and evolve our Corporate Finance new business origination strategy, identifying opportunities with owner-managed businesses, investors, management teams and intermediaries, while also creating opportunities across the wider BHP business. Actively represent the firm in the market through in-person networking, industry events and client meetings, staying close to sector trends, deal activity and emerging opportunities. Build and execute targeted outreach campaigns, using market insight, sector knowledge and recent deal activity to create meaningful conversations and convert prospects into qualified opportunities. Contribute to the build of a sophisticated, technology led, repeatable origination engine. Develop compelling, personalised approaches that resonate with business owners and senior decision-makers, managing opportunities from initial contact through to successful handover to our advisory teams. Build and nurture a strong network of founders, CEOs, CFOs, private equity investors, banks, lawyers and other key introducers, strengthening both your own market presence and BHP's profile. Work closely with Partners, sector teams and Marketing to maximise market visibility, create targeted introductions and support strategic growth initiatives. Maintain a high-quality pipeline of opportunities, tracking activity and performance while providing valuable market intelligence, sector insight and feedback to help shape future growth priorities. What We're looking for You may currently be working within Corporate Finance, professional services, accountancy, private equity, banking, business advisory or another consultative B2B environment where trust, credibility and long sales cycles are the norm. You'll need to have experience generating high-value opportunities in a relationship-led environment.You'll bring:• A proven track record of originating new business and creating commercial opportunities• Experience engaging senior decision-makers and owner-managed businesses• Strong relationship-building and networking skills• Commercial awareness and an understanding of how advisory businesses create value• Confidence communicating with entrepreneurs, investors and senior stakeholders• A proactive, self-starting approach and the ability to work autonomously• The curiosity to understand markets, industries and business challenges in depthIt would be great if you also have:• An existing network within the UK mid-market business community• Exposure to Corporate Finance, M&A or transaction advisory• Experience helping to build or scale a BD or origination function• Knowledge of CRM, sales enablement or marketing automation toolsWhat success looks like:• A growing pipeline of high-quality, new-to-firm opportunities• Conversion of opportunities into valuable advisory engagements and recurring client relationships• Strong relationships across our target sectors and intermediary network• Measurable contribution to revenue growth across Corporate Finance and the wider firm• The development of a scalable, insight-led origination model that supports future growth Why join us? This is an opportunity to take on a highly visible role with significant influence. You'll work directly with senior leaders, and have scope to impact the future direction and growth of the firm by helping shape our strategy and playing a key role in creating opportunities that make a real commercial impact across the firm.Base salary: £70,000 - £100,000 per annum plus bonus.The salary range for this role is broad to reflect the variety of backgrounds and experience levels we are open to considering. Remuneration will be aligned to the relevance of a candidate's experience, the expertise they bring, and the likely pace at which they can make an impact in the role. We reward individuals competitively in line with the success they achieve and this role provides the opportunity for significant financial reward and career progression. If you're motivated by creating opportunities, building relationships and helping ambitious businesses achieve their goals, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior Audit Manager IT (Markets) - Financial Services - £600p.day - Hybrid - 3 days in office (London) Your new company A leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider that facilitates capital formation, risk management, and investment across a wide range of asset classes. The organisation operates regulated exchanges, clearing and post-trade services, and delivers high-quality data, analytics, and technology solutions to financial institutions worldwide. With a strong focus on resilience, innovation, and regulatory compliance, it plays a critical role in supporting transparent and efficient global markets. Your new role Provides expert technology insight to support Heads of Audit/Audit Directors across regulated entities, contributing to the planning, scoping, and risk assessment of technology audits to ensure legal entity risks are properly considered. The role involves reviewing audit outcomes, highlighting key technology risks and findings, leading technology-related CRAM activities with senior business partners, and supporting both annual and ongoing audit risk assessments to inform and strengthen audit oversight. What you'll need to succeed Infrastructure IT Audit background. Experience in integrated audits. Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or similar Educated to degree level (or equivalent) with an aligned professional qualification Qualified or part-qualified in Internal Audit (IIA/CIIA) or accountancy Demonstrated experience in delivering audits and leading assurance activities Strong technical expertise in relevant subject areas Proven ability to manage and influence senior stakeholders/partners Exposure to dynamic, international environments is beneficial. What you'll get in return Contract runs until the end of the year with a possibility of extension. Salary: £600p.day via umbrella. No sponsorship is provided, unfortunately. Hybrid working arrangement - 3 days in office per week (London) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

FP&A Manager Permanent Leeds Permanent Opportunity Leeds Hybrid Working Manufacturing Industry This is a hands-on FP&A role with no direct reports, offering full ownership and close business partnering. It is ideally suited to an FP&A professional who enjoys working closely with the detail and driving value through insight and analysis. Your new company You will be joining a well-established and growing manufacturing business that is currently undergoing a significant phase of investment, transformation, and expansion. This growth has created a newly defined opportunity within the finance team for a high calibre FP&A professional to play a key role in shaping the function and supporting the wider business. Your new role Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this position will sit at the heart of the finance function, providing high-quality insight and partnering closely with stakeholders across the business. You will take ownership of core FP&A activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning, while delivering clear and actionable insights to support operational and strategic decision-making. Key responsibilities include: Producing robust financial reporting, including variance analysis and performance tracking Supporting and enhancing the monthly reporting cycle and board-level outputs Delivering meaningful KPIs and commercial insights across key areas of the business Working closely with operational teams to provide effective business partnering Supporting pricing, margin and cost improvement initiatives, particularly across production Gaining a strong understanding of stock, WIP, and end-to-end production processes Driving improvements in ERP reporting, data quality, and automation Contributing to the development of best-in-class reporting and analytics capability Supporting ongoing systems development and continuous improvement initiatives Assisting with strategic activity, including integration projects and business growth initiatives This is a highly visible role offering strong stakeholder interaction and the opportunity to influence key business decisions. What you'll need to succeed This is a fast-paced, hands-on FP&A role suited to someone who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys being fully immersed in the detail. A professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience Proven experience within a manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of products, production processes, and operational cost drivers Experience analysing margins, costing, and manufacturing performance Strong FP&A capability across planning, forecasting, and financial modelling Confidence in stakeholder engagement and business partnering across the business Experience working with ERP systems and enhancing reporting capabilities A proactive, commercially focused mindset with the ability to drive value and continuous improvements Experience using Power BI (or similar tools) to develop dashboards and deliver clear, actionable business insights What you'll get in return Salary of £60,000 - £65,000 Hybrid working (3 days in the office) A genuine opportunity to shape and make the role your own The chance to be highly influential in business decision-making Exposure to a growing organisation during a period of investment and change The opportunity to support the development of systems, reporting, and processes If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Director of Human Resources - EMEA West London (with travel to Essex & Amsterdam) Permanent, Full-Time Competitive Executive Package This is a rare and compelling opportunity to take ownership of the entire HR function across a globally recognised lifestyle and apparel brand's EMEA operations. Reporting directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer, you will be the most senior HR voice in the region, covering three key hubs: West London, Essex, and Amsterdam. This is not a purely strategic role - nor is it purely operational. It demands both. You will shape the people agenda from the boardroom and deliver it on the ground, navigating the nuances of UK and Dutch employment law, building high-performing teams, and embedding a culture that is inclusive, energised, and ready for growth. The brand behind this role is a household name in lifestyle fashion - with a portfolio that spans apparel, fragrance, footwear, and accessories - sold and recognised across global markets. Their EMEA operation is at an exciting point of evolution, and the right person will play a central role in shaping what it becomes. What You'll Be Responsible For - Director of Human Resources EMEA Strategic HR Leadership Partner with the London-based Managing Director and US senior leadership team to align the people strategy with global business priorities Lead organisational design initiatives that drive efficiency and cross-border collaboration between UK and Netherlands teams Act as a trusted coach and advisor to regional directors and department heads on leadership, culture, and talent Talent Acquisition & Performance Oversee recruitment strategy to attract top-tier talent across fashion, retail, and corporate functions in competitive European markets Implement and embed performance management frameworks that foster high performance, continuous feedback, and accountability Lead succession planning and talent reviews to build a robust internal leadership pipeline Employee Relations, Culture & Legal Serve as the primary escalation point for complex ER matters, ensuring resolutions are fair, consistent, and legally compliant Design and deliver engagement initiatives tailored to both corporate office environments and operational/logistics hubs Manage relationships with external employment lawyers across the UK and Netherlands, providing expert internal liaison on disputes, restructuring, and regulatory changes Compensation, Benefits & Payroll Take end-to-end accountability for regional payroll co-ordination across all three EMEA sites, partnering with finance and external payroll vendors Ensure compliance with UK and Dutch employment legislation - including Works Councils and CAO regulations Partner with Global Total Rewards to ensure compensation and benefits packages remain competitive in each market Facilities & Office Operations Oversee EMEA facilities and property operations, managing relationships with landlords, vendors, and health & safety inspectors Lead office space planning, lease renewals, and workplace safety protocols in accordance with local regulations What We're Looking For - Director of Human Resources EMEA The successful candidate will bring a rare combination of commercial credibility, genuine people instinct, and multi-jurisdictional expertise. Specifically, we are seeking: A minimum of 8-10 years' progressive HR experience, with at least 3-5 years in a senior leadership or Director-level role Demonstrable multi-site and cross-border experience, specifically across the UK and the Netherlands Deep knowledge of UK employment law and solid working knowledge of Dutch labour law, including Works Council navigation A background in apparel, retail, wholesale, or consumer goods is highly desirable Proven experience managing payroll operations and vendor relationships across multiple jurisdictions Experience collaborating with external legal counsel on complex European employment matters Exceptional stakeholder management skills - comfortable operating at executive level and influencing across cultural and geographic boundaries CIPD Level 7 qualification (or equivalent); Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration - Master's preferred Fluency in English is essential; Dutch language skills are a distinct advantage What's on Offer Competitive executive salary and performance-based bonus scheme Comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance, life assurance, and contributory pension Employee discounts across an extensive portfolio of globally recognised brands A dynamic, international working environment within a creative and collaborative business Real influence - this is a seat at the table, not an advisory function How to Apply - Director of Human Resources EMEA All applications and enquiries are handled with the strictest confidence - your details will never be shared with any third party without your explicit consent, and we will always speak with you before approaching a client on your behalf.