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Senior Finance Manager - Franchise Partnerships, Retail Senior Finance Manager - Franchise Partnerships, Retail The location of the role is Paddington, London (hybrid working) . The duration of the contract is 4 months . The pay rate on offer is 650 - 750 per day (via Umbrella agency) . Role purpose As Senior Finance Manager - Franchise Partnerships, you will lead financial strategy and governance for franchise operations across Asia, MENA, and Europe. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen, capable of delivering profitable growth through robust financial planning, insightful analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. Behaviours of being curious, tenacious and brave will enable you to be successful as you collaborate and bring structure into the numbers. This is a role where you can make a real difference in creating value as we work with our Partners to grow, modernise and reset our franchise partner agreements, delivering profitable transformation growth in Franchise Partnerships. Key accountabilities, responsibilities, and measures Financial Leadership for Partnerships Take ownership of the financial management for franchise partnerships, including budgeting, forecasting, performance tracking, balance sheet, and controls ensuring delivery of revenue and profit targets. Develop and deliver robust financial models to assess franchise performance and support strategic initiatives. Oversee budgets, forecasts, and performance reviews; manage robust governance processes around financial policies, franchise agreements, and regulatory requirements. Business Partnering Collaborate with Commercial, Supply Chain and Legal/Compliance teams to drive profitable growth; and structure new franchise deals and renegotiate existing agreements. Support Joint Business Plans, track key initiative performance such as Trusted Value, and manage robust governance processes. Deliver actionable insights to senior leadership to optimize franchise profitability and cash flow. Performance Analysis Monitor key metrics such as revenue, margin, and returns for franchise operations. Weekly trade analysis and response choices to deliver against targets. Prepare monthly and quarterly performance reports for stakeholders. Use data and analytics to inform decisions, identify risks and opportunities recommending corrective actions where necessary. Strategic Projects Support growth plans, including contractual financial models and due diligence. Lead financial input into pricing strategies, royalty structures, and incentive programs. Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting for franchise operations. Key skills Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, CA) with at least 5 years' post-qualification experience. Strong commercial acumen and experience in business partnering, ideally in retail or FMCG. Proven ability to communicate and influence at senior levels, with a collaborative and solution-driven approach. Strong analytical capabilities, comfortable working with and accurately manipulating data to provide accurate and insightful analysis. A strong commercial awareness and continuous improvement mind set, with the ability to maintain and further enhance controls and process. Forward thinking with the ability to understand future requirements and how they can inform current plans. Key relationships and stakeholders Reports into Head of Finance Business partner to the Franchise Partner Team (Heads of Franchise Partnerships) Other Finance Contacts: International Finance; Business Service Centre and Analytics teams; and Legal/Tax/Compliance teams. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Legacie Management and Lettings are currently recruiting for a Block Director / Head of Block to over see all things relating to our Block part of the business. Legacie are a privately owned Property Development and Management company based in Liverpool of which we continue to see significant growth across the group. Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Block Director / Head of Block to lead our team and oversee operational functions within our block Management. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, exceptional organisational abilities, and a comprehensive understanding of residential block processes. This role involves strategic planning, team management, and ensuring the smooth execution of daily activities to meet organisational objectives. The Director will play a pivotal role in fostering a positive work environment and driving continuous improvement across departments. Responsibilities Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve organisational goals. Lead, motivate, and manage teams to ensure high levels of performance and engagement. Oversee administrative functions, including data entry, office management, and record keeping. Utilise Yardi software for property management tasks and reporting purposes. Maintain excellent phone etiquette when liaising with clients, partners, and internal teams. Identify opportunities for upselling services or products to enhance revenue streams. Coordinate with various departments to streamline operations and improve efficiency. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare reports for board meetings Foster a positive organisational culture centred on professionalism and continuous development. Requirements Proven experience in a Property / Block Director role. Managed large teams Excellent communication and delivery skills Proven track record in growing a department Ability to upsell services effectively while maintaining customer satisfaction. Organised with the ability to prioritise tasks efficiently under pressure. Previous experience in a leadership capacity is essential. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute significantly to organisational success while developing their leadership capabilities within a supportive environment. Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holiday Birthday day off Pension Medicare Death in service Parking on site Experience: Head of Block : 5 years (preferred) Block Director : 3 years (preferred) Managed teams within Block Budgets Compliance If you are interested in this opportunity and have the experience and background we are looking for then please apply online and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss. Experience: Head of Block : 5 years (preferred) Block Director : 3 years (preferred) Work Location: In person

MK Search have partnered with a well respected M&E contractor with a strong national presence delivering across the commercial, residential, life science and industrial sectors who are looking for an MEP commercial manager to join their Midlands business unit. The specific business unit is targeting a 50m turnover in the coming years with group due to hit 200m. As commercial lead, you will work with an operational counterpart and help to spearhead this continued growth managing and further growing an existing commercial team. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop commercial teams, fostering high performance, accountability, and professional growth. Establish and maintain productive relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and key stakeholders, supporting successful project delivery and long-term partnerships. Lead commercial negotiations relating to contract terms, project valuations, variations, and final account settlements. Participate in project and business performance reviews, providing commercial insight and ensuring the accuracy of financial forecasts and reporting. Support senior management in business planning, budgeting, and financial management activities. Ensure principles remain central to decision-making and delivery. Oversee the preparation, review, and management of project risk and opportunity registers, identifying commercial strategies to protect margins and enhance project performance. Drive the implementation of risk mitigation and value enhancement initiatives, monitoring effectiveness and reporting outcomes to senior leadership. Ensure robust commercial records and documentation are maintained to support contract administration and dispute avoidance. Monitor project commercial performance, providing guidance and support to project teams to achieve financial and contractual objectives. Develop and implement project-specific commercial strategies, ensuring contractual obligations, risks, and key deliverables are understood across the project team. Manage applications for payment, cash flow forecasting, and revenue reporting, ensuring timely recovery of project income. Oversee subcontract procurement and ongoing commercial management, including the negotiation and administration of terms and conditions. Candidate Profile Extensive experience managing the commercial performance of major construction, engineering, or building services projects. Proven leadership experience with responsibility for developing and managing commercial teams. Strong understanding of contract administration, financial management, risk management, and project controls. Degree-qualified or equivalent professional qualification preferred.

My client is a well-established Accountancy firm. Based in a friendly and supportive team in Liverpool you will be working on a portfolio of clients. Our client is looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join them on a permanent basis Job Description Reporting directly to Head of services, you will be responsible for the timely and accurate processing of varied weekly, bi weekly & monthly payroll. Responsibilities and requirements Payroll bureau High volume/multiple payrolls Client allocation split across the team Varying payrolls and frequencies Must be able to hit the ground running Auto enrolment RTI Submissions Processing statutory payments Handling client payroll queries and collaborating with clients Year end procedures Desirable skills and attributes: Bureau experience Looking several experience Pensions & Autoenrolment A keen eye for detail Strong initiative Enjoy working within a team but have autonomy to work alone Excellent Excel Must have exceptional payroll knowledge answering queries Brightpay experience desirable Benefits: 5 hours per week, 7.5 per day Flexi time available 36 days hol inc bank Buy and sell hols 5% pension Life assurance Bonus (Targeted) 51573LAR1 INDPAYN The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

This role is field-based and involve travel around the UK including regular visits to Sky Offices, including our head office in Isleworth. Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 6 countries, make your mark at Europe's leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. A fantastic business development opportunity to join our Enterprise and Mid Market organisation within Sky Business. Delivering a range of solutions leveraging our comprehensive UK wide network, extensive range of partners and our parent company Comcast Business to meet our customers needs today and into the future. You will need to be a self starter, passionate with a proven flair to establish and drive new business opportunities across a range of customers. What you'll do: Win new business for Sky Business across mid-sized to large organisations, leveraging our growing portfolio of communication services. Drive sales campaigns at sector, vertical and customer level, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and partners. Build and manage a strong prospect pipeline, maintaining conversion discipline to deliver and exceed sales targets. Maintain a strong commercial focus, continually identifying opportunities to drive profitability and accelerate growth. Ensure seamless onboarding and professional handover of new business wins into the wider organisation. Partner with product, marketing and delivery teams, while maintaining accurate pipeline, forecasting and reporting on Salesforce. What you'll bring: Proven experience selling connectivity and mobile solutions as part of a wider B2B telecoms portfolio. A proven ability to win and grow new business with mid-sized to large organisations, with confidence operating across longer sales cycles and multiple stakeholders. Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to optimise a range of revenue-driving KPIs. A track record of securing and growing telecommunications accounts, with the ability to prospect, present and close new opportunities. Experience operating effectively in a matrix, complex, customer-focused organisation, comfortable working across multiple stakeholder groups. A strong focus on delivering results, with the resilience to navigate complexity and change in a fast-evolving environment. Sky Business: Sky Business is the business-to-business division of Sky. We provide a wide variety of commercial premises across the UK and ROI with unrivalled entertainment, unmissable live sport and breaking news - connecting and entertaining millions of people every day. We also provide communication services to its customers including Sky WiFI and Sky Ethernet. Our heartland is the licensed trade - pubs, bars and hotels - but we also provide entertainment and connectivity services to oil rigs, sports stadiums, offices, care homes and hospitals, just to name a few! The Rewards: There's a reason people can't stop talking about . Our great range of rewards really are something special, here are just a few: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband Access a wide range of exclusive Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work: We know the world has changed, and we want to offer our employees the chance to collaborate at our unique office spaces, whilst enjoying the convenience of working from home. We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. You'll find out more about what this means for this role during the recruitment process. Your office base: This role is a Field based and involve travel around the UK including regular visits to Sky Offices, including our head office in Isleworth. Inclusion: We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.

37 hours per week / permanent / based on site at our Hove office, with some travel across Sussex and Surrey. Hybrid - three days from our office in Hove and up to two days working from home, working Monday to Friday (hours to be discussed at interview). YMCA DownsLink Group is the leading charity for children and young people across Sussex and Surrey. We offer safe homes, mental health support and trusted advice. We believe that every child and young person has the right to be safe, heard and to shape their own future. We work alongside them to make that happen. We are here for children and young people, many of whom face multiple challenges and need our support. Our Values - we do what's right, we work with heart, and we build real connections - guide us in all our actions. Working within the Impact and Improvement Team, you will be responsible for championing data- driven decision making. You will analyse and report on risk and performance across large and complex datasets, translating this into actionable insights to inform strategic decision making. In delivering the role, you will develop the organisation's data strategy and oversee the creation of engaging dashboards and efficient data models in Microsoft Power BI, Pyramid, In-Form/Salesforce, MS Business Central, HealthBoxHR and other analytics platforms. With excellent people skills, you will act as a mentor in the development of the Data C Systems Support Officer and will help to improve data literacy skills across the organisation as a whole. Key responsibilities: Insights, analytics and reporting Use data visualisation tools to regularly present and communicate insights and complex analysis to a range of audiences in a clear, concise, and compelling way Lead on small analysis projects and support on larger analysis projects throughout the full project lifecycle Work with the Head of Impact and Improvement, identify and proactively exploit opportunities to streamline or automate data collection processes for greater efficiency Data systems and processes Lead on data migration and system deployment for the upgrades in 2026 for our key system In- Form, contribute to defining and setting up of new reporting, dashboards, and process mapping where needed Reporting to the Digital Manager and working closely with business system owners, the Head of Impact and Improvement and IT Managed Service Provider, establishing high quality systems and tools for capturing, organising and using data Act the lead for our build on the Salesforce platform, dashboards and reports. Working with service managers, support the design, production, and continuous improvement of this client management system Lead the design and delivery of a regular programme of induction and training sessions to build organisational knowledge and capabilities around our data systems If you're enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate. You will already have experience of complex data analysis and reporting on performance across large datasets, along with experience of building engaging dashboards and efficient data models in Microsoft Power BI, Salesforce, or similar analytics platforms. You have analytical and problem- solving skills to interpret and present complex data, along with expert digital skills around use of MS Office 365 and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel to summarise and graphically represent data. You will understand data migration across systems and how to map effective reporting requirements. Experience with MS Fabric or similar data lakes/warehouses would be very beneficial. You are a team player who can work with others to deliver a service and challenge colleagues appropriately where required. You have strong planning and time management skills, with ability to deal with competing priorities and deliver results to tight deadlines. You will already have a good understanding of the importance of data and information security, with experience of managing and working with information, systems and databases, designing and producing reports from them. If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact . Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at . CLOSING DATE: Tuesday 23 June 2026 at midnight. PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorship for this role, so applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children's and Adults' Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity check.

Sewell Wallis are exclusively working with a fast-growing, scaling manufacturing business in Sheffield, South Yorkshire to secure a Senior Financial Accountant. This role would be ideal for a second or third mover from Practice. The company have received two rounds of investment in the last 5 years, with exciting projects and improvements currently underway - this is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced business that offers fantastic potential for career development within the company. As Senior Financial Accountant you'll need to be technically strong, as you'll have sole ownership of the statutory reporting (with the support of an external accountant) and lead on external audits, to support the Head of Finance in post with more technical aspects of the annual reporting. What will you be doing? Oversee full month end close process, including management accounts, inventory valuations, balance sheet reconciliations and all other reporting, ensuring completion within strict group reporting deadlines (5 days). Cashflow forecasting and working capital management Responsibility for end-to-end financial processes and procedures Ensure the production of timely, accurate financial and operational performance reports to the senior leadership team Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards Ongoing development of ERP and other reporting platforms Financial compliance lead for Tax, and both internal & external Audit requirements Developing, supporting, and mentoring 3 finance team members What skills are we looking for? Qualified finacial accountant (ACA or ACCA preferably) Background in Practice (& Audit) UK GAAP, IFRS and statutory accounting are essential Team management experience Strong IT skills (including Excel) What's on offer? Competitive salary of 60,000- 70,000 Generous quarterly bonus Healthcare 25 days of annual leave with bank holidays off too Secure onsite parking Flexible working hours, 7:30am-6:30pm Send us your CV below, or contact Inci Evcil 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.

Senior Merchandiser We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Merchandising working in the Morleys Stores Group head office based in Wimbledon. It is a full time position reporting to the Head of Merchandising. Morleys Department Stores Group is an independent, privately-owned department store group that operates 7 stores principally in Greater London and Newbury, and an Ecommerce platform for our flagship store in Wimbledon. Our stores are at the heart of local communities and have centuries of heritage, brand trust and loyalty - all key to the values we bring to life in-store and through our communications. Role Overview The Senior Merchandiser is responsible for leading the commercial planning strategy across designated product categories, managing, and optimising product ranges to drive sales, maximise profitability, and control stock across a £100m+ department store group. This role drives sales, profit, stock optimisation through effective planning, forecasting, trading and inventory, this role combines commercial analysis, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure the right products are available at the right time, in the right quantities across our 7-store portfolio. Key Responsibilities Planning & Trading Develop and deliver seasonal and annual merchandise financial plans aligned with business strategy, company sales and margin targets Drive forecasting accuracy and manage OTB (Open to Buy) processes and budgets and stock levels to ensure effective inventory control Drive sales, profit and stock performance across multiple locations and digital channels where applicable Monitor weekly sales, stock, and margin performance, identifying risks and opportunities Re-forecast sales and intake based on performance trends and market conditions Analyse historical performance, market trends and customer behaviour to identify commercial opportunities and risks Range & Stock Management Own in season trading performance and proactively react to weekly trade performance Manage stock allocation (RRO's) and intake flow to optimise product availability across all categories, increase sell- through and minimise markdown and improve stock productivity Ensure effective replenishment and allocation strategies are in place across all stores. Identify underperforming categories, brands or stores and work with buying team to implement recovery actions Oversee stock turn, sell-through rates, and aged stock management Lead markdown and promotional strategies to drive revenue and clear stock efficiently Commercial Analysis Analyse historical performance, market trends and customer behaviour to identify commercial opportunities and risks. Partner closely with the buying teams to build commercially balanced assortments and category strategies Provide actionable insights to buying and senior leadership teams Use data to influence range planning, pricing architecture, promotional activity and mark down decisions Satellite Department relationships Work closely with Buyers to understand range building Partner with Finance, Marketing, and Store Operations teams to align on trading plans Team Leadership Manage, coach and develop Junior Merchandisers and Buying Administrators Set clear objectives and performance expectations for the team, provide coaching to improve team performance Build merchandising capability through training and mentoring Encourage a collaborative, commercially focused and solution-oriented team Ensure strong accuracy, pace and attention to detail across all merchandising processes Key Skills & Experience Proven experience in merchandising within fashion, home, beauty retail (department store environment preferred) Strong commercial acumen with a track record of driving sales and margin Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in Excel Experience managing budgets and stock volumes. Excellent planning, organisation, and prioritisation skills Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Sales and margin performance Stock turn target 2.3 to 2.5 Markdown percentage of sales Budget & Forecast accuracy OTB management Personal Attributes Highly analytical with strong attention to detail. Commercially driven and customer focused Strategic thinker with strong trading instincts Highly organised and detail oriented Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment Proactive problem solver with strong decision-making capability and results focused. Collaborative team player with leadership capability Desirable Experience in a £100m+ sales turnover. Knowledge of department store trading. Experience with merchandising software (e.g. SAP/BYD, Futura)

About Us Harris Academy Beulah Hill is an extremely popular 11-19 academy. We deliver a broad and challenging curriculum to all our students in a calm and well-ordered environment. We have high expectations of all members of the school community. This is reflected in our consistently high student performance at GCSE, progression to post 16 study at our sixth form and then on to some of the best universities in the country. Beulah Hill is a wonderful place to learn and teach. We have a very hardworking team of teachers and support staff; they provide a caring and welcoming atmosphere for our students. Beulah Hill is a huge site with close to 8 acres of school buildings, sports halls, gymnasium, tennis courts and large playing fields / athletic track thus providing excellent facilities for our students. The academy also has full-time basketball and football coaches through its partnership with Greenhouse and Kinetic. We have recently invested over £1 million to further improve our outstanding facilities including the development of a state-of-the-art Design Technology room equipped with laser cuter and 3D Printers, Food room and a newly laid sports field to ensure all year-round sporting opportunities. The Academy has a limit of 800 places across Year 7-11. We are unlike other schools; we do not want to expand at this moment in time, in fact we wish to remain small for as long as possible! This will ensure a small school where each child is known to staff and a caring environment can be provided. Beulah Hill is traditional in our approach to discipline and uniform, yet forward-thinking and at the cutting edge of curriculum development, learning and pedagogy. The Academy aims to develop the whole child. We have a real focus on progress and attainment, yet ensure students develop their cultural awareness. We have a breadth of extra-curricular activities including Drama, Creative writing, Chess, Food and Art Clubs alongside support and extension in traditional subjects. We are proud of our Campus; we are proud of our students and proud of the education that they receive. Summary We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Head of Year to join our strong and committed pastoral team at Harris Academy Beulah Hill. You will lead and manage the pastoral needs of your year group by developing effective systems and strategies to ensure that all students in the year group are supported to enable them to fulfil their educational potential. This is a non-teaching role. The actual salary will be £36,036-£38,357 (38 weeks per year, 40 hours per week). Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities within your year group will include: Contributing to the whole School Improvement Plan in conjunction with the Pastoral Lead Contributing to the development of effective monitoring and evaluation of pastoral systems Contributing to planning programmes of intervention for students who show significant underachievement and barriers to learning Participating in the development and implementation of strategies to maintain acceptable student behaviour The management of student behaviour Developing and implementing strategies to ensure that attendance and punctuality is at or above the school target Developing and managing systems for the monitoring and tracking of students out of lessons Establishing and managing a programme of enrichment activities Motivating and rewarding students Participating in the planning and delivery of assemblies Developing effective relationships with parents Establishing and maintaining effective administration systems Leading in student welfare meetings Leading in the development of robust and effective student welfare strategies Developing and implementing effective strategies for conflict resolution Implementation and monitoring of the schools policy on uniform In the event of very serious incidents, collating of information required by the Senior Management for disciplinary action Establishing and managing systems for the support and guidance of students during examinations Tracking, monitoring and supporting students' academic progress Developing, building and maintaining relationships with outside agencies Completion of student reports, references and records Inclusion of information regarding behaviour, attendance, punctuality and relationships in student reports Establishing forums for parental consultation and discussion Establishing systems which facilitate "student voice" The management of year group information systems utilising all available media Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: A good standard of education Evidence of pastoral related training Evidence of recent relevant ICT training Current First Aid certification, or willingness to undergo training Current mini-bus licence or willingness to undergo training to get one Experience of working with students from the 11-16 age range Experience of using ICT to monitor attendance and punctuality, or willingness to undergo training Experience of developing student autonomy through strategies such as peer mentoring Experience of using extra-curricular activities to enhance motivation and attainment Experience of raising levels of attendance and punctuality through rigorous monitoring, reporting and follow-up action Experience of using ICT for curriculum and administration purpose Rewards & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan including access to a virtual GP, electric car scheme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.

Financial Accountant (Part Qualified) South Shields, NE32 3EG Competitive Salary Permanent, Full Time This role is based at our clients Head Office in South Shields, and the expectation is 4 days onsite and 1 day of home working. Position Overview: Our client have an exciting opportunity for a Part-Qualified Financial Accountant to join their Finance team at their Head Office in South Shields. This role plays a key part in supporting the delivery of financial control and compliance across the group, including responsibility for balance sheet reconciliations, financial reporting, and supporting tax and statutory obligations. The position also contributes to strengthening and embedding robust internal controls, while leveraging advanced Microsoft 365 tools, including Excel and Power BI, to ensure accurate, timely and insightful financial information is delivered. Operating in a dynamic, multi-entity environment, the role requires strong process ownership, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of data integrity. To be successful in this role, the individual will need to be highly detail-oriented with a strong "right first time" mindset, capable of managing competing priorities and delivering to strict deadlines. Equally important is the ability to communicate effectively and influence stakeholders at all levels, building strong relationships across the business to support and maintain compliance. The role requires a proactive and commercially aware approach, with the confidence to challenge existing processes, identify improvements, and drive efficiencies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Lead external statutory and regulatory compliance across UK, US and international entities, including corporation tax, VAT, sales, tax and other regulatory reporting requirements and updating accordingly, while maintaining strong financial controls and monitoring legislative changes. Oversee international compliance activities by coordinating with in-country advisors and third-party providers to ensure all local tax, statutory, and regulatory obligations are completed accurately and on time while working to identify and address any emerging compliance risks across territories. Support and coordinate the annual external audit process, acting as key point of contact for auditors and coordinating end-to-end workflow. Ensuring timely preparation of audit schedules, supporting documents, and maintaining clear communication both internally and externally. Managing audit queries, tracking progress against deadlines and contributing to the resolution of findings, supporting improvement of financial reporting and internal controls. Manage the fixed asset process across the UK and US, including capital expenditure oversight, approval of asset requests, governance controls, and maintenance of an accurate fixed asset register. Lead on Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) compliance and internal audit testing, ensuring key financial controls are documented, tested, and continuously improved to strengthen the overall control environment. Act as the Finance subject matter expert for sustainability, serving as the primary point of contact. Support sustainability reporting requirements by embedding robust governance, ensuring reporting accuracy, and maintaining data integrity across initiatives. Drive successful cross-functional collaboration while providing financial insight and constructive challenge where required. Demonstrate flexibility within the wider Finance function by supporting additional business priorities, collaborating across teams, and contributing to the effective operation of the Finance department during changing business needs. Skills and Experience: Part-qualified accountant, actively working towards full professional qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent) is essential. Proven experience in a financial accounting, reporting or similar finance role, with exposure to core accounting processes is essential. Sound understanding of fundamental accounting principles, including accruals, prepayments, journals and balance sheet reconciliations is essential. Advanced Microsoft 365 skills, including high-level Excel capability and Power BI experience (essential), with exposure to the wider Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) desirable. Exceptional attention to detail, with a strong "right first time" mindset and commitment to data integrity. Proven ability to operate effectively under pressure, managing competing priorities while consistently meeting tight deadlines. Demonstrated personal leadership, with a proactive approach to identifying issues, driving solutions, and delivering outcomes. Strong organisational and workload management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a dynamic environment. Track record of continuous improvement, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance processes, controls and efficiency. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across functions. Highly effective communicator, capable of tailoring messaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels of the organisation. Strong process discipline and ownership, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of reporting and key financial cycles. Commercial awareness, with the ability to understand business drivers and translate financial data into meaningful insights. Solid grounding in financial reporting and technical accounting, ideally gained within a multi-entity organisation or similarly complex environment. Proactive approach with the confidence to challenge existing processes, identify and escalate control issues, and provide clear, insightful interpretation of financial data. Additional Information: Willingness to participate in training and development necessary for specific role and personal development plan.

Psychology Graduate (SEND Teaching Assistant) Take the opportunity to secure a Psychology Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant role where you will build the self-esteem, self-worth, independence and confidence of Secondary School children who have distressing and above average levels of emotional stress. Based at one of our supportive partner schools in Mitcham, you will work under the guidance of an experienced SENCO, Pastoral Support Officers and Heads of Years; receiving ongoing training and development throughout your role. Working in-class and providing small group support in an adjacent learning space, you will be tasked with improving the academic, social and emotional development of students with SEND and SEMH needs. Psychology Graduate (SEND Teaching Assistant) Job Summary Initial 1-Year contract commencing September 2026 (early starts might be possible) £500-£600 per week £100-£120 per day Paid weekly on a PAYE basis Mainstream Secondary School in Mitcham Providing support to 11-16 year olds with SEND and SEMH needs Contract extensions available for those wanting to remain at the school Ideal role for aspiring Teachers / Psychologists / Counsellors / Wellbeing Practitioners Psychology Graduate (SEND Teaching Assistant) Job Description Providing classroom support to 11-16 year olds with Autism Spectrum Condition, Speech and Communication Difficulties, ADHD, SEMH and Severe Social Anxieties. Planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals and groups of students. Monitoring pupils and assessing, recording and reporting on pupil achievement, progress and development. Building core skills and supporting a strong knowledge base through a tailored approach to the individual needs of the pupils. Developing and maintaining positive relationships with parents, carers and family. This Psychology Graduate role will require a motivated, determined, resilient and dedicated individual who is ready to fully embrace challenge and who approaches set-backs with a positive, can-do attitude. Previous experience working within the SEND field will be advantageous. Get in contact with Ribbons & Reeves today if this SEND Teaching Assistant role sounds like exactly the type of role you have been looking for! Ribbons & Reeves are London s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this SEND Teaching Assistant role in Mitcham. For other roles like this, check out our website, search Ribbons & Reeves . We look forward to supporting you in your application to this SEND Teaching Assistant role. Psychology Graduate (SEND Teaching Assistant) INDSUP INDHOT

At OFG we believe in creating a better work life balance! Role: SEN Teacher Location: Jubilee School, Waterlooville PO7 7RE Salary: £39,000 per annum ( not pro rata ) Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm Contract: Permanent Term Time Only Start: September 2026 UK applicants only - no sponsorship available About the Role Are you a passionate, resilient and creative educator who believes every young person deserves the chance to thrive? Do you want to work in a setting where your impact is visible every single day? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We are seeking an inspirational SEN Teacher to join our dedicated team and deliver high quality, personalised education to students with a range of additional needs. This is a role where your expertise, empathy and energy will shape futures. What You'll Do Planning and delivering engaging lessons for individuals and small groups, following our curriculum framework and teaching up to GCSE level in a core subject. Supporting the delivery of nurture based programmes that build confidence, resilience and emotional wellbeing. Monitoring, assessing and reporting on student progress, ensuring each learner is supported to achieve their potential. Contributing to whole school development and implementing initiatives linked to the School Development Plan. Creating personalised learning pathways, including Individual Education Plans and Behaviour Plans, in collaboration with the wider team. Organising classroom spaces and resources to promote curiosity, independence and positive behaviour. Leading and coordinating subject areas across key stages as agreed with the Headteacher. Working closely with Learning Support Assistants, Tutors and care staff to ensure consistency and high quality support. Managing challenging behaviour using a supportive, developmental approach that encourages self regulation. Maintaining strong communication with colleagues, care staff and families to ensure a joined up approach to each student's education and wellbeing. Safeguarding students at all times and upholding the highest standards of professional practice. What We're Looking For PgCert Ed required Experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEMH or complex needs. A calm, patient and adaptable approach, with the ability to build trust and rapport. Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan creatively for diverse learners. A commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice. A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers and succeed. driving licence required About Us Jubilee School is an independent special school in Waterlooville, supporting students aged 5-16 with SEMH and complex needs. We provide a nurturing, safe, and motivating environment where every child is empowered to learn, grow, and achieve. Our personalised, flexible curriculum combines academic, vocational, and life skills pathways to prepare students for a confident and fulfilling future. With high staff-to-student ratios and a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-focused approach, we ensure each child is supported to reach their full potential. At Jubilee, kindness, courage, and learning come together to help every student thrive. Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people's lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running. Why Join Us? We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including: Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits Hundreds of UK and international discounts Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales .

International Trade Compliance Manager Location: Denham, UK Working Hours: Mon Thu 08 45, Fri 08 15 Reporting to: Group Head of Compliance Engineering for Life At Martin-Baker , we don t just manufacture aerospace components; we save lives. As the world leader in ejection seats, our global supply chain is mission critical. We are looking for a decisive, solution-oriented International Trade Compliance Manager to lead our ITC function and ensure our life-saving technology reaches those who need it, without delay. The Role: Strategic Leadership & Practical Impact You aren t just a policy writer; you are the guardian of our global trade. Leading a small, dedicated team, you will take full ownership of our International Trade Compliance function. You will be the technical expert who understands that in a world of "grey" regulations, the business needs a partner who finds a way to say "yes" safely. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership: Lead and develop a small ITC team, fostering a service-oriented culture that supports the business. Global Oversight: Take the lead on US (ITAR/EAR), UK, EU, and emerging India-specific export controls. Customs Innovation: Oversee our transition into a new era of customs compliance, including a major £1M Global Trade Solution (GTS) project to automate import/export and trade preference management. Operational Flow: Keep goods moving. From standard sales to complex technology transfers for employee travel, you ensure compliance never becomes a bottleneck. Strategic Advisory: Act as a decisive partner to the Group Head of Compliance and CFO. You don t just flag problems; you present options and recommendations. Who You Are The Expert: You have lived and breathed export controls throughout your career. You have a deep, working mastery of ITAR, EAR, and UK/EU export licensing. The Pragmatist: You understand that compliance is rarely black and white. You have the confidence to make judgements, take calculated risks within legal boundaries, and interpret law through a commercial lens. The Problem Solver: You have a "never turn them away" mindset. When faced with a complex regulation, your first thought is: "How do we make this happen?" The Communicator: You are decisive and firm, yet collaborative. You stay current with global news from tariff shifts to legislative changes and anticipate how they affect our mission. Prior experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., Aerospace, Defence, or Automotive) is strongly preferred Why Join Us? Your work at Martin-Baker directly contributes to saving lives. We offer a collaborative environment and a standout benefits package: 9% Non-Contributory Pension (18+) The "Friday Finish": Your weekend starts at 12:15 PM every Friday. 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an option to purchase more). Healthcare & Security: Healthcare Cash Plan and 4x Salary Life Assurance. Project Exposure: Lead a high value £1M GTS implementation. Your Interview Journey Initial Telephone Interview with your Recruitment Business Partner. First Stage (Teams) with the Hiring Manager. Final Stage (Face-to-Face) at our Denham site. How to Apply Ready to lead a world-class trade function? Hit "Apply Now," Note: This role is subject to UK Government BPSS security clearance. Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK.

Loan Administrator London/Hybrid Contract to December 2026 Day rate 460 via Umbrella Company Our commitment is to provide equal opportunity regardless of, for example, your gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We also engage with employers to develop programmes and pathways that embrace diverse talent and promote more inclusive employment worldwide through partnerships and other initiatives. We recognise and celebrate the value of difference and how it makes us faster, smarter and more innovative than our competition. My client is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Japan, with an established presence across all consumer and corporate banking businesses. Through its subsidiaries and affiliates, they offer a diverse range of financial services, including commercial banking, leasing, securities, credit card, consumer finance and other services. They are seeking an experience Loan Administrator to join the team on a contract to the end of the year. The role is hybrid working being in the office 2-3 days a week with the remainder of time working from home. Standard office hours Monday to Friday with the occasional out of hours requirement in line with business needs. Purpose of Job Responsible for daily loan servicing, eg co-ordination, actioning, etc. all aspects of loan administration for the level 4 loan portfolio as well as providing support to the supplier team as required. Additionally, the Loans Administrators is expected to provide direct support to front office colleagues across EMEA as well as external lenders / borrowers as required; Responsibility for supporting operational elements for strategic firm wide and regulatory change initiatives as well as standard technology upgrades where system testing would be required (in conjunction with ITSD / JRIE ) The role is also responsible for driving and implementing change initiatives under OAD, KAIZEN (continuous improvement) philosophy; Provide SME knowledge, where required, to contribute towards the assessment of new products or processes; Co-ordination of the daily loan processing requirements under the CBDE1 Uncommitted portfolio, including processing of HR affiliated lending (eg staff loans); Support Front Office, external lenders and borrowers with queries and issue resolution; Contribute and support strategic and local OAD change initiatives by supplying SME bank and market knowledge; Daily / bi-weekly interaction / deliberations with OAD Execution Control Section to arrive at strategic decisions regarding new deal signings, structures, etc; Support the Team Leader(s) and Section Head in the delivery of key services and decision making / strategic planning to ensure the Team(s) / Section perform to fullest ability and requirements, defined by processes and procedures; Document review, booking and payment settlement of Secondary Trading, either as an Agent or as a Participant; Control and administer the receipt of Credit Risk Insurance premium invoices and take necessary processing actions accordingly; Co-ordination and actioning of Agency fee billing and settlement under the Committed Bilateral / Agency portfolio; Proactively support internal and external audits by supplying SME knowledge to provide walkthroughs and answer queries; Undertake daily clearance / investigation of system validations and rejections (eg zone checks); Undertake daily / monthly Team reporting, eg Past Due Report, Risk-Fee Report, etc. and take necessary actions and referrals accordingly; Accountabilities and Responsibilities To ensure all transactions booked in the system(s) are are processed correctly and in a timely manner, under 4-eye control, in accordance with Head Office rules, regulatory obligations and local procedures. It is expected that all Loans Administrators have an approval financial limit of a minimum of GBP30mio; Daily liaison with colleagues across the Service Provider team, OAD, Marketing areas, Treasury, Finance & Control, etc. to manage the roles and responsibilities duly assigned and to ensure timely setup and settlement of obligations; Daily liaison with external stakeholders namely financial institutions, bilateral customers and own inter-group companies. Ensure all key-controls are met during the day by closely monitoring queues, intra-day reports, etc. and ensure all Aide Memoires are actioned in a timely manner; Manage/Monitor Payment Queues in LoanIQ / LoRD when allocated such responsibility; Utilise transferable skills by providing cover for colleagues across the Section when required; Seek ways to improve processes and increase STP without increasing risk including revision of Section Procedures and suggest improvements where appropriate; Train and mentor staff on Processes and Procedures including European Office / Service Provider colleagues where appropriate; Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications Excellent understanding of Loans Administration roles and responsibilities, including relevant current market knowledge; Conscientious nature to ensure that all work transacted is to the highest quality with zero errors or omissions, whilst still meeting all required deadlines; Confident in oral and written communication with both internal and external stakeholders; Solid understanding of LoanIQ and funding implications & SWIFT payments and the wider implications of payment formatting; Understanding underlying legal loan documentation with a view to navigating easily in times of referral; Advanced understanding of loan funding mechanisms via Treasury and implications of lack of communication; Able to adapt to continually changing requirements of the daily processing; Able to prioritise day to day responsibilities versus providing support for tactical process improvements; Being determined to continually challenge the status quo of existing processing methods whilst recognising the need to ensure control is maintained and customer experienced enhanced; Candidates must show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

Group Head of Business Solutions Genuit GroupLeeds Competitive Executive Package Genuit Group is a leading, listed manufacturer of sustainable water and climate management solutions, operating across multiple divisions and brands with a significant UK manufacturing footprint. As the Group accelerates its digital transformation agenda, Elevation Recruitment Group has been retained to appoint an exceptional leader to a newly prominent, Group-level role: Group Head of Business Solutions Reporting directly to the CIO, this is a pivotal leadership role at the heart of Genuit's technology and transformation strategy. You will own the consolidation, adoption, and optimisation of the Group's core digital platforms - retiring legacy solutions, driving full utilisation across all business units, and creating a unified, high-performance digital environment. Beyond platform consolidation, you will be the champion of Genuit's data and AI ambitions - harnessing data to unlock commercial value and leveraging AI-driven automation to deliver measurable business benefit. This is a role for a leader who is as comfortable in the boardroom as they are in the detail: a credible, energising presence who can influence at Group and Divisional level and inspire teams to embrace change. What You'll Be Doing: Leading the team responsible for managing and evolving business IT solutions across the Genuit Group Driving the transition of ERP and core business applications from programme delivery into BAU, ensuring full adoption Building and managing a robust helpdesk and solution evaluation framework, including third-party software governance Partnering with Group functions and Divisional leadership to co-design and deliver transformational solutions Championing the data strategy through process and solution design, enabling sharper, faster business decisions Partnering with the Group's lean practice to integrate technology and automation into end-to-end process improvement Supporting and aligning with the IT PMO and embedded IT Business Partners across the business Contributing as a senior member of the Group IT leadership team to the broader digital transformation of the business Ensuring security and regulatory compliance across all business solutions Providing inspiring, developmental leadership to the Business Solutions team You will be a proven senior IT leader with a track record of driving real change in complex, multi-site or group-structured organisations. Specifically, you will bring: SAP S/4HANA and Workday HCM leadership experience - essential Significant experience in ERP and MES in a manufacturing environment Demonstrable expertise in consolidating business solutions onto centralised platforms Strong technical knowledge across relevant toolsets - ERP, Power BI, Oracle, SQL, CRM Experience of business process improvement frameworks such as Lean or Six Sigma Substantial programme and transformation leadership capability Proven ability to lead and influence in a matrix / Group organisation structure A passionate change leader with both technical and behavioural change management experience Exceptional stakeholder management skills at Executive and Board level Why This Role? Genuit Group is at a genuinely exciting inflection point in its digital journey. This role offers the platform, the mandate, and the executive support to make a lasting impact - not just on IT, but on how the business operates and competes. If you are the kind of leader who thrives on complexity, drives clarity, and brings people with you through transformation, this is a rare opportunity. This is a retained assignment managed exclusively by Elevation Recruitment Group. For a confidential conversation, please contact Emma Noble, Senior Business Director - Technology & Transformation at Elevation Recruitment Group.

Job Role - Head of Heat Network Management Salary - Competitive + Benefits Location - London - Hybrid Job Type - Permanent Reports To - Director of Portfolio & Growth This is not a routine compliance role. It is a chance to build the governance infrastructure that will define how one of the UK's largest property managers meets the demands of a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. About the Company FirstPort is the UK's leading residential property management business, managing thousands of developments across England, Scotland, and Wales. A TPI-accredited, Property Ombudsman-registered company, FirstPort serves close to a million residents and works with developers, freeholders, RMCs, and RTMs to deliver consistently excellent property management. Across its portfolio of 100+ residential and mixed-use heat networks, FirstPort is making a significant investment in energy governance and compliance in response to the Energy Act and the emergence of Ofgem as the active regulator for the sector. The Role Reporting to the Director of Portfolio and Growth, the Head of Heat Network Management will own the full compliance, governance, metering, billing, and customer protection agenda across FirstPort's entire heat network portfolio. This is a senior, high-profile role that combines deep regulatory expertise with hands-on leadership of a specialist multi-disciplinary team spanning technical staff, accountants, and customer service representatives. The successful candidate will act as the organisation's primary interface with Ofgem, take formal accountability for compliance sign-off, and build the frameworks and controls that give senior leadership and the Board confidence in the organisation's regulatory position. Alongside managing current obligations, the role carries a clear mandate to drive data quality improvement, develop metering strategy, and position the function as a centre of excellence, and in time, a value-generating part of the business. Key Responsibilities Regulatory Leadership & Policy Lead the interpretation and implementation of heat network regulation, translating legal and policy requirements into robust internal frameworks aligned with leasehold obligations Track legislative and regulatory developments proactively, adapting internal policy, procedures, and team training in response to changes as they emerge Provide expert input into the organisation's broader strategic response to the Energy Act, leasehold reform, and related regulatory developments Regulatory Leadership & Policy Act as the organisation's lead interface with Ofgem, ensuring accurate, timely, and transparent regulatory reporting and full readiness for audit and inspection Build and maintain effective working relationships with Ofgem and other relevant regulatory and industry bodies, positioning FirstPort as a credible and well-governed operator Compliance Assurance & Risk Provide oversight and formal assurance that all heat network activities meet regulatory requirements, identifying and mitigating compliance, financial, and reputational risk across the portfolio Establish governance structures and reporting frameworks that give senior leadership and the Board clear, timely visibility of compliance status, risk exposure, and portfolio performance Metering, Billing & Data Governance Set and oversee the strategy and controls for metering, billing, and data management to ensure accuracy, integrity, and full regulatory compliance across the portfolio Drive improvements in data quality and management systems to meet current and emerging regulatory requirements, with a credible roadmap toward smart metering and buildings capability Ensure billing governance, reconciliation, and data validation processes are robust, well-documented, and consistently applied Debt & Financial Governance Ensure debt management practices across the heat network portfolio are fair, compliant, and effectively governed, balancing financial performance with resident protection Maintain strong analytical oversight of debt data, arrears trends, and financial risk, providing timely recommendations to senior leadership Leadership & Team Development Lead, develop, and align a specialist multi-disciplinary team including technical specialists, accountants, and customer service representatives, fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement Build cross-functional capability across the team, ensuring colleagues understand regulatory obligations and the standards expected of them in day-to-day delivery Customer Protection & Experience Embed customer protection, transparency, and fairness into all aspects of heat network delivery, ensuring positive resident outcomes and full compliance with consumer protection obligations Ensure the team responds effectively to customer concerns and escalations, maintaining the standards expected of a regulated operator Supply Chain Oversight Monitor site-specific plant maintenance across the heat network portfolio, ensuring supply chain performance is effectively managed, works are appropriately scoped, and maintenance proposals represent fair value and sound technical justification Person Specification - Essential Strong, working knowledge of heat network regulation and energy compliance frameworks, including the Energy Act and emerging Ofgem requirements Significant experience in metering and billing operations within a regulated environment, with demonstrated oversight of billing governance, reconciliation, and data validation Proven experience engaging with Ofgem or equivalent regulatory bodies, including formal reporting, audit preparation, and compliance assurance Experience designing and implementing compliance frameworks, translating regulatory requirements into operational policy and controls Demonstrable experience supporting or overseeing debt management strategies in a customer-facing, regulated context Senior leadership and line management experience, with the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and build cross-functional capability Strong analytical capability with the ability to interpret complex data, identify risk, and present clear findings to senior stakeholders Excellent communication skills, comfortable engaging with regulators, executive leadership, residents, and operational teams Person Specification - Desirable Experience working within a large-scale residential property management or housing business Familiarity with leasehold legislation, property deed requirements, and the obligations of property managers in relation to heat network delivery Experience developing or overseeing smart metering strategy or a smart buildings platform implementation Exposure to a PE-backed or high-growth business environment Experience contributing to regulatory consultations or industry working groups Key Competencies Regulatory authority: the ability to represent FirstPort confidently with Ofgem, industry bodies, and executive stakeholders, with the credibility that comes from genuine expertise Governance-led thinking: a natural instinct to build structures, frameworks, and controls that deliver consistent, auditable outcomes rather than managing compliance reactively Clarity under complexity: the ability to translate fast-changing legislation into clear, actionable internal policy without unnecessary delay or over-complication Commercial awareness: an understanding of how compliance and financial performance interact, and how the function can add value beyond pure risk mitigation Collaborative leadership: a leader who brings people with them and builds effective working relationships across technical, financial, and operational functions Resilience and agility: the confidence to operate in a fast-changing regulatory environment, hold firm on standards when it matters, and adapt quickly when the rules change What FirstPort Offers Competitive base salary, dependent on experience Private medical insurance and life assurance Pension with matched employer contributions Accredited CPD and professional development support Employee wellbeing and discount programme including discounted gym membership Extended maternity and paternity provisions Board-level visibility and genuine career development prospects The opportunity to build and lead a compliance function with real scope and strategic significance Recruitment Disclaimer This vacancy is being managed exclusively by Dan Rodgers at Joshua Robert as part of a retained search assignment. All applications and expressions of interest submitted in response to this advert will be forwarded directly to Dan Rodgers for review and management as part of the recruitment process. Direct approaches or applications to the client organisation may be redirected to Joshua Robert. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your details may be shared with Dan Rodgers and the Joshua Robert Recruitment Team for the purposes of this recruitment process and in accordance with applicable data protection regulations.

Finance & Administration Officer £29,064 - £31,537 per annum, Burgess Hill, Monday to Friday 37 hours per week, Permanent, 23 days holiday + bank holidays, Local Government Pension Scheme, additional benefits The Role An opportunity has arisen for a Finance & Administration Officer to join a well-established organisation within a finance and corporate services function. Reporting to the Head of Finance & Corporate Services, this is a blended role with a strong focus on finance (approximately 80%) alongside administrative support (approximately 20%) for the wider corporate services function. The Finance & Administration Officer will play a key role in ensuring financial processes are accurate, compliant and efficient, while also supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the office environment. Processing and maintaining sales ledger, purchase ledger and cash book transactions Raising and managing purchase orders and invoices using accounting systems Supporting payroll processing including starters, leavers, changes and statutory deductions Assisting with month-end and year-end financial processes Supporting budget monitoring, audits and financial compliance activities Liaising with suppliers, internal teams and external organisations on finance and payroll matters Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring confidentiality at all times Providing administrative support across the corporate services function Coordinating meeting arrangements and hospitality requirements Managing office supplies and ensuring the workplace remains organised and well maintained Requirements The successful Finance & Administration Officer will have previous experience in a finance, payroll or administration-based role, with a solid understanding of accounting and payroll processes highly desirable. Experience using accounting and payroll systems would be highly advantageous, along with strong Excel skills. You will be organised, detail-focused and comfortable managing a varied workload across both finance and administrative responsibilities. Strong communication skills are essential, particularly as the role can involve a customer-facing element at times. Experience within a public sector or local authority environment and relevant qualifications such as AAT or payroll certification would be desirable. This role could suit someone who has worked as an Accounts Assistant, Finance Administrator or Payroll Administrator. Company Information You will be joining a well-established public sector organisation focused on delivering high-quality services to its local community. The organisation promotes a collaborative and supportive working environment, with strong values around professionalism, compliance and continuous improvement. Package £29,064 - £31,537 per annum 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme 23 days holiday plus bank holidays Stable, long-term public sector role Supportive and structured working environment Opportunities to develop within finance and corporate services Travail Employment Group is operating as an Employment Agency. Once you click to apply for this job your application will be immediately received by Travail Employment Group. If your application is successful a consultant will be in contact with you within the next 7 days. If you do not hear within 7 days you have unfortunately not been successful on this occasion.

Quest Search & Selection is currently recruiting for an Assistant Branch Merchandiser on behalf of a successful multi-channel B2C consumer business. In this role, you will support the delivery of sales, profit, and cash performance through effective stock management, replenishment planning, and store grading strategies. Working closely with merchandising and buying teams, you will maximise product availability, optimise stock allocation, and identify opportunities to drive sales while minimising markdown risk. Duties & Responsibilities for this Assistant Branch Merchandiser role: Define grading policies, parameters, and reporting frameworks. Develop seasonal grading based on historical and forecasted sales data. Conduct in-season reviews to optimise store performance. Analyse historical performance to identify trends and improvement opportunities. Monitor sales, stock, and space performance across stores. Identify store performance gaps and recommend actions to Regional & Area Managers. Manage stock allocation and execute transfers to maintain optimal stock levels. Identify seasonal trading opportunities and adjust stock positioning accordingly. Oversee markdown stock allocation across stores. To be successful in this Assistant Branch Merchandiser role : Ideally having 1 year + experience in Merchandising/Branch Merch/ Allocation/Demand Planner or Stock Operations Experience in Head Office Merchandising. Have experience within a retail business with bricks & mortar is highly desirable Able to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritise workload effectively. Experience implementing merchandising processes and improvements. Strong communication skills, confident with stakeholders up to Director level. Advanced Excel and strong numerical skills. The benefits of this Assistant Branch Merchandiser role : 22 days Holidays Free Parking Central head office location (this is a fully office-based role) Attractive salary Contributory pension Discount across the group Training & development opportunities If this opportunity sounds like you and you and you feel you have the experience and skill for the role of Assistant Branch Merchandiser and want to be part of a growing and innovative company, then please apply quoting the reference no. JO-/C We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible. Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Trainee Finance Assistant Location: Colchester (Office Based) Reporting to: Head of Finance The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team. This role will support the supply chain function, helping to maintain accurate financial records and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of finance operations. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams and external suppliers while developing valuable finance and administrative experience within a supportive environment. Key Responsibilities Manage supplier accounts and process purchase ledger transactions using Sage. Process supply chain invoices, including storage, engineering, hire, repair, and recovery costs. Resolve invoice queries through communication with operational teams and external suppliers. Prepare and issue recharge invoices where required. Maintain and update finance records within internal systems. Reconcile supplier statements to ensure accuracy and completeness. Assist with analysing and preparing supplier payments for monthly payment runs. Support month-end finance processes and reporting activities. Work collaboratively with finance and operational teams to ensure accurate and efficient processes. Manage shared finance inboxes and respond to queries in a timely manner. Skills & Experience Previous finance experience is not essential. Experience using Excel or Sage would be advantageous; however, full training can be provided. Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships. Proactive approach with strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to prioritise workload, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines. Confident working within a professional office environment. A positive team player with a willingness to learn and take ownership of tasks. Additional Information This is a full-time, office-based position in Colchester. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm. Flexibility may occasionally be required during month-end and year-end periods. Salary up to 26,000 depending on experience. Benefits Additional annual leave linked to length of service. Additional paid leave for birthdays. Wellbeing support package including fitness and healthcare benefits. Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing development. Employer pension scheme. Free parking and modern office facilities. Complimentary refreshments provided onsite. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

A Private Property group is looking to recruit a qualified accountant with IFRS experience Your new company A well respected property business with growing portfolio. The organisation have a great culture and a large UK group of business operations Your new role Working in a finance function or 5 qualified professionals, acting as consolidation and reporting lead, you will be working in a flat structure giving lots of opportunity. Duties Preparation of year end statutory accounts in accordance with reporting guidelines Consolidation of multi entity accounts Ownership for corp tax computations and managing outsourced function Controls and process improvement What you'll need to succeed You will need to be keen to work in a medium to large business, taking ownership for reporting. You will need to be a qualified accountant with up to date accounting standards knowledge, consolidations and tax experience. What you'll get in return You will get to work with a business with a clear plan, an organised structure and professional approach. You will also work as part of a team headed up by a CFO with a fantastic history of developing teams. 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 on your career.