Finance Assistant This leading luxury travel company is seeking a Finance Assistant to join its established Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts or Finance Assistant looking to develop their career within a successful and growing travel business, or a recent graduate with strong Excel skills and a keen eye for detail. Reporting to the Accounts Manager, you will support the day to day financial operations of the business, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and financial processes run smoothly. Finance Assistant - Role & Responsibilities: Process daily receipts and maintain accurate financial records. Complete daily multi currency bank reconciliations. Post and reconcile multi currency credit card transactions. Collect outstanding balances from direct customers and travel trade partners. Prepare and update weekly and monthly cash flow reports. Assist with month end accounting procedures and reporting. Issue weekly and monthly statements to credit agents. Process commission payments to agents and customer refunds. Handle booking related finance queries, including commission queries and agent account set up requests. Provide ad hoc support across the Finance department. Finance Assistant - Skills & Experience Required: Previous experience within an accounting, finance would be beneficial but recent graduates with strong Excel skills would also be considered. Experience using Microsoft Accounting Systems (AX Dynamics 365) would be advantageous. Excellent numerical and analytical abilities. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently in a busy environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop within a finance career. Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team. A genuine love for travel! Finance Assistant - Package & Benefits: Salary of 28k to 30k depending on experience Hybrid working with 3 days in central London office Opportunity to join a well established and highly respected travel company in a supportive and collaborative working environment. Excellent training and long term career development opportunities. Travel discounts To apply for the role of Finance Assistant, please apply online or email your CV to (url removed).
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Finance Assistant This leading luxury travel company is seeking a Finance Assistant to join its established Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts or Finance Assistant looking to develop their career within a successful and growing travel business, or a recent graduate with strong Excel skills and a keen eye for detail. Reporting to the Accounts Manager, you will support the day to day financial operations of the business, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and financial processes run smoothly. Finance Assistant - Role & Responsibilities: Process daily receipts and maintain accurate financial records. Complete daily multi currency bank reconciliations. Post and reconcile multi currency credit card transactions. Collect outstanding balances from direct customers and travel trade partners. Prepare and update weekly and monthly cash flow reports. Assist with month end accounting procedures and reporting. Issue weekly and monthly statements to credit agents. Process commission payments to agents and customer refunds. Handle booking related finance queries, including commission queries and agent account set up requests. Provide ad hoc support across the Finance department. Finance Assistant - Skills & Experience Required: Previous experience within an accounting, finance would be beneficial but recent graduates with strong Excel skills would also be considered. Experience using Microsoft Accounting Systems (AX Dynamics 365) would be advantageous. Excellent numerical and analytical abilities. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently in a busy environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop within a finance career. Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team. A genuine love for travel! Finance Assistant - Package & Benefits: Salary of 28k to 30k depending on experience Hybrid working with 3 days in central London office Opportunity to join a well established and highly respected travel company in a supportive and collaborative working environment. Excellent training and long term career development opportunities. Travel discounts To apply for the role of Finance Assistant, please apply online or email your CV to (url removed).
Customer Services & Export Administrator Location: Chester Salary: £30,000 per annum Reporting To: Customer Service Manager About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an organised and customer-focused individual to join a busy Customer Services team. This role is responsible for delivering an excellent customer experience through efficient order processing, export administration, issue resolution, and collaboration with internal departments. The successful candidate will act as a key point of contact for customers, ensuring orders are managed accurately, export documentation is completed correctly, and customer requirements are met in a professional and timely manner. Key Responsibilities Customer Service & Sales Support Process customer orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring all orders are fulfilled within agreed timescales and quality standards. Respond to customer enquiries and provide a high level of support throughout the customer journey. Work closely with the Sales Team, providing updates on customer issues and forecasting information. Resolve payment queries, delivery issues, and customer disputes while maintaining positive working relationships. Deliver outstanding customer service in a cost-effective and professional manner. Communicate relevant commercial and customer information to the wider business effectively. Export & Order Administration Prepare and manage export documentation for international shipments across Europe and Rest of World markets. Receive, acknowledge, and plan customer orders, ensuring all system processes are completed accurately. Coordinate with veterinary authorities, transport providers, and import agents to ensure customs clearance is obtained without delay. Manage and resolve export-related issues, including shipment delays, rejected products, and port-related disruptions. Internal Coordination Liaise with Production Planning teams to align stock levels and forecasts with customer demand. Work alongside Technical teams to investigate and resolve quality-related concerns. Ensure important commercial information is shared effectively across relevant departments. Teamwork & Continuous Improvement Collaborate with colleagues across the Customer Service function to ensure departmental objectives are achieved. Support the ongoing development and improvement of customer service processes and systems. Escalate issues appropriately and maintain effective communication with internal stakeholders. Plan, organise, and manage workload effectively to achieve agreed objectives and deadlines. Skills & Experience The ideal candidate will have: Previous customer service experience within FMCG, manufacturing, logistics, wholesale, or a similar fast-paced environment. A customer-focused approach with strong problem-solving abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational and time management skills. The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure. A proactive and solutions-driven mindset. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. What's on Offer? Opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative team. Exposure to both UK and international customer accounts. A varied position combining customer service, administration, logistics, and export coordination. Opportunities to contribute to process improvements and continuous development initiatives.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Customer Services & Export Administrator Location: Chester Salary: £30,000 per annum Reporting To: Customer Service Manager About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an organised and customer-focused individual to join a busy Customer Services team. This role is responsible for delivering an excellent customer experience through efficient order processing, export administration, issue resolution, and collaboration with internal departments. The successful candidate will act as a key point of contact for customers, ensuring orders are managed accurately, export documentation is completed correctly, and customer requirements are met in a professional and timely manner. Key Responsibilities Customer Service & Sales Support Process customer orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring all orders are fulfilled within agreed timescales and quality standards. Respond to customer enquiries and provide a high level of support throughout the customer journey. Work closely with the Sales Team, providing updates on customer issues and forecasting information. Resolve payment queries, delivery issues, and customer disputes while maintaining positive working relationships. Deliver outstanding customer service in a cost-effective and professional manner. Communicate relevant commercial and customer information to the wider business effectively. Export & Order Administration Prepare and manage export documentation for international shipments across Europe and Rest of World markets. Receive, acknowledge, and plan customer orders, ensuring all system processes are completed accurately. Coordinate with veterinary authorities, transport providers, and import agents to ensure customs clearance is obtained without delay. Manage and resolve export-related issues, including shipment delays, rejected products, and port-related disruptions. Internal Coordination Liaise with Production Planning teams to align stock levels and forecasts with customer demand. Work alongside Technical teams to investigate and resolve quality-related concerns. Ensure important commercial information is shared effectively across relevant departments. Teamwork & Continuous Improvement Collaborate with colleagues across the Customer Service function to ensure departmental objectives are achieved. Support the ongoing development and improvement of customer service processes and systems. Escalate issues appropriately and maintain effective communication with internal stakeholders. Plan, organise, and manage workload effectively to achieve agreed objectives and deadlines. Skills & Experience The ideal candidate will have: Previous customer service experience within FMCG, manufacturing, logistics, wholesale, or a similar fast-paced environment. A customer-focused approach with strong problem-solving abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational and time management skills. The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure. A proactive and solutions-driven mindset. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. What's on Offer? Opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative team. Exposure to both UK and international customer accounts. A varied position combining customer service, administration, logistics, and export coordination. Opportunities to contribute to process improvements and continuous development initiatives.
Payroll Coordinator Location: Coventry Head Office (Middlemarch Business Park) Hours: Part-time, 25 hours per week (worked across either 4 or 5 days) Package: Salary up to £36,000 (pro rata), plus bonus & flexible benefits package including up to 27 days holiday (plus additional annual leave purchasing scheme) Sector: Packaging Manufacture & Distribution Protecting what matters, together We re dedicated to protecting what matters most - our people, our customers, our communities and the environment. At Macfarlane Packaging, our commitment to customer satisfaction, sustainability and continual improvement creates a highly collaborative, supportive and friendly workplace where you can unpack a career that grows. With history stretching back over 75 years, we offer stability whilst always striving for continual growth. Our fast-paced, results-driven approach will challenge and often stretch you, but it will also give you opportunities for personal and professional development. Every colleague has the chance to directly influence our success, leading to real job satisfaction and achievement at all stages of your career. We provide competitive pay and personalised incentives, alongside adaptable benefits to make your rewards package go further. Our business values commitment, diligence, teamwork, adaptability and a thirst for learning so if this sounds like you, come and join us to help drive change that enables businesses to plan for a better future. The Payroll Coordinator Role This is an exciting opportunity to join our central HR team and take ownership of payroll coordination across our growing UK and European businesses. As Payroll Coordinator, you will act as the key point of contact for payroll activity, supporting the accurate and timely delivery of monthly payroll cycles for approximately 1,000 colleagues across multiple locations. Working closely with our HR team and external payroll partners, you will play an important role in ensuring payroll processes remain efficient, compliant and aligned with business needs. With Macfarlane Group continuing to grow through acquisition, you will also support the transition of newly acquired businesses into our Group payroll structure, helping to review existing processes and ensure a smooth integration. Key Responsibilities Your responsibilities will include: Coordinating and processing monthly payroll data accurately and within agreed deadlines. Completing payroll analysis, reconciliations and reporting activities. Acting as a key contact for payroll queries from colleagues and managers. Liaising with our external payroll provider to ensure effective service delivery. Supporting payroll integrations for newly acquired businesses, including reviewing processes and identifying improvements. Assisting with payroll audits, tax year-end activities, auto-enrolment processes and compliance requirements. Maintaining accurate payroll records whilst ensuring GDPR and confidentiality requirements are always upheld. Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and supporting continuous improvement across payroll processes. What You Will Bring We are looking for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys working in a busy, varied environment and can bring a high level of accuracy, organisation and ownership. You will ideally have: Previous payroll experience, ideally gained within a multi-site or complex organisation (ideally minimum of seven years experience in total) Strong knowledge of payroll processes, compliance requirements and legislation. Experience managing payroll data, reconciliations and reporting. Strong Excel skills, including confidence using formulas and analysing data. Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong communication skills and the confidence to liaise with colleagues at all levels. A proactive approach with the ability to identify improvements and support change. Experience of UK and/or European payrolls, ADP or similar payroll systems, and payroll integration following acquisitions would be advantageous, although full support will be provided for the right candidate who demonstrates the required skills and attitude. What You Will Get We provide a competitive salary and operate a range of rewarding bonus/incentive schemes. Our flexible employee benefits package can include: 25 days annual leave (rising to 27 days with service) plus all public/bank holidays Additional holiday purchasing scheme (run annually) Contributory pension scheme with Death in Service benefit Free parking at our Coventry Head Office Annual (company paid) volunteering day Employee assistance programme to support and advise with wellbeing and any issues Extensive range of training, development and potential progression opportunities Employee discount scheme (discounts on several major retail/leisure brands) Health cover cash back scheme Long service awards How to Apply/Next Steps We are working swiftly to find the best applicants and hope to hold local interviews ASAP. Please click apply to submit your up-to-date CV. All applications will be acknowledged. If you haven t heard from us within three weeks, please assume your application was unsuccessful. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, gender expression, religion or sexual orientation. Should you require any specific support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our recruitment team directly. No recruitment agencies please
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Payroll Coordinator Location: Coventry Head Office (Middlemarch Business Park) Hours: Part-time, 25 hours per week (worked across either 4 or 5 days) Package: Salary up to £36,000 (pro rata), plus bonus & flexible benefits package including up to 27 days holiday (plus additional annual leave purchasing scheme) Sector: Packaging Manufacture & Distribution Protecting what matters, together We re dedicated to protecting what matters most - our people, our customers, our communities and the environment. At Macfarlane Packaging, our commitment to customer satisfaction, sustainability and continual improvement creates a highly collaborative, supportive and friendly workplace where you can unpack a career that grows. With history stretching back over 75 years, we offer stability whilst always striving for continual growth. Our fast-paced, results-driven approach will challenge and often stretch you, but it will also give you opportunities for personal and professional development. Every colleague has the chance to directly influence our success, leading to real job satisfaction and achievement at all stages of your career. We provide competitive pay and personalised incentives, alongside adaptable benefits to make your rewards package go further. Our business values commitment, diligence, teamwork, adaptability and a thirst for learning so if this sounds like you, come and join us to help drive change that enables businesses to plan for a better future. The Payroll Coordinator Role This is an exciting opportunity to join our central HR team and take ownership of payroll coordination across our growing UK and European businesses. As Payroll Coordinator, you will act as the key point of contact for payroll activity, supporting the accurate and timely delivery of monthly payroll cycles for approximately 1,000 colleagues across multiple locations. Working closely with our HR team and external payroll partners, you will play an important role in ensuring payroll processes remain efficient, compliant and aligned with business needs. With Macfarlane Group continuing to grow through acquisition, you will also support the transition of newly acquired businesses into our Group payroll structure, helping to review existing processes and ensure a smooth integration. Key Responsibilities Your responsibilities will include: Coordinating and processing monthly payroll data accurately and within agreed deadlines. Completing payroll analysis, reconciliations and reporting activities. Acting as a key contact for payroll queries from colleagues and managers. Liaising with our external payroll provider to ensure effective service delivery. Supporting payroll integrations for newly acquired businesses, including reviewing processes and identifying improvements. Assisting with payroll audits, tax year-end activities, auto-enrolment processes and compliance requirements. Maintaining accurate payroll records whilst ensuring GDPR and confidentiality requirements are always upheld. Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and supporting continuous improvement across payroll processes. What You Will Bring We are looking for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys working in a busy, varied environment and can bring a high level of accuracy, organisation and ownership. You will ideally have: Previous payroll experience, ideally gained within a multi-site or complex organisation (ideally minimum of seven years experience in total) Strong knowledge of payroll processes, compliance requirements and legislation. Experience managing payroll data, reconciliations and reporting. Strong Excel skills, including confidence using formulas and analysing data. Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong communication skills and the confidence to liaise with colleagues at all levels. A proactive approach with the ability to identify improvements and support change. Experience of UK and/or European payrolls, ADP or similar payroll systems, and payroll integration following acquisitions would be advantageous, although full support will be provided for the right candidate who demonstrates the required skills and attitude. What You Will Get We provide a competitive salary and operate a range of rewarding bonus/incentive schemes. Our flexible employee benefits package can include: 25 days annual leave (rising to 27 days with service) plus all public/bank holidays Additional holiday purchasing scheme (run annually) Contributory pension scheme with Death in Service benefit Free parking at our Coventry Head Office Annual (company paid) volunteering day Employee assistance programme to support and advise with wellbeing and any issues Extensive range of training, development and potential progression opportunities Employee discount scheme (discounts on several major retail/leisure brands) Health cover cash back scheme Long service awards How to Apply/Next Steps We are working swiftly to find the best applicants and hope to hold local interviews ASAP. Please click apply to submit your up-to-date CV. All applications will be acknowledged. If you haven t heard from us within three weeks, please assume your application was unsuccessful. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, gender expression, religion or sexual orientation. Should you require any specific support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our recruitment team directly. No recruitment agencies please
Senior Business Development Manager - National Accounts Location: Home-based with national travel. Ideally based near Milton Keynes, Northampton, Birmingham, Coventry, Leicester, Nottingham, Derby, Luton, Watford, Hemel Hempstead, St Albans or Stevenage. Salary: 60,000- 70,000 basic + uncapped commission Benefits: Hybrid or electric company car, pension, mobile phone, laptop, ongoing training and 33 days' annual leave Contract: Permanent, full-time Are you an experienced Senior Business Development Manager, National Account Manager, Key Account Manager or OEM Sales Manager ready for a more strategic opportunity? This senior sales role offers the autonomy to develop high-value national accounts, win new business and build relationships with key decision-makers across OEM, automotive aftermarket, fleet and distribution markets. You'll represent an established range of UK-manufactured vehicle safety and vision systems, supported by experienced technical and internal teams. What's in it for you? 60,000- 70,000 basic salary Uncapped commission with significant earning potential Hybrid or electric company car Home-based role with control of your own diary High-value national and strategic accounts Established UK-manufactured technical product range Ongoing training and career development Pension, mobile phone and laptop 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays The role You will: Win new business with OEMs, major fleets, motor factor groups, buying groups and national distributors Grow existing key and strategic accounts Build relationships with senior commercial, procurement and engineering decision-makers Identify opportunities to increase account value and market penetration Present vehicle safety and vision solutions to customers Lead commercial discussions and support negotiations Manage your national sales pipeline, customer meetings and CRM Work with technical and internal teams to deliver tailored solutions About you You'll have a successful track record in senior B2B sales, business development or national account management, ideally involving technical products within: Automotive aftermarket or OEM Motor factors and buying groups Wholesale and national distribution Major fleets and logistics Commercial vehicles or technical automotive products You'll be commercially focused, credible with senior stakeholders and confident developing complex accounts and winning new business. This is a home-based position involving regular UK-wide travel. A full UK driving licence is essential. Apply today Send your CV to: Robert Cox , Senior Recruitment Consultant (phone number removed) Job reference: 4376RC Glen Callum Associates is committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or background. We believe that a variety of perspectives makes a team stronger and a workplace better. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we're here to support you. Senior Business Development Manager - National Accounts Midlands (Apply online only) : 4376RC APPLY NOW:
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Senior Business Development Manager - National Accounts Location: Home-based with national travel. Ideally based near Milton Keynes, Northampton, Birmingham, Coventry, Leicester, Nottingham, Derby, Luton, Watford, Hemel Hempstead, St Albans or Stevenage. Salary: 60,000- 70,000 basic + uncapped commission Benefits: Hybrid or electric company car, pension, mobile phone, laptop, ongoing training and 33 days' annual leave Contract: Permanent, full-time Are you an experienced Senior Business Development Manager, National Account Manager, Key Account Manager or OEM Sales Manager ready for a more strategic opportunity? This senior sales role offers the autonomy to develop high-value national accounts, win new business and build relationships with key decision-makers across OEM, automotive aftermarket, fleet and distribution markets. You'll represent an established range of UK-manufactured vehicle safety and vision systems, supported by experienced technical and internal teams. What's in it for you? 60,000- 70,000 basic salary Uncapped commission with significant earning potential Hybrid or electric company car Home-based role with control of your own diary High-value national and strategic accounts Established UK-manufactured technical product range Ongoing training and career development Pension, mobile phone and laptop 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays The role You will: Win new business with OEMs, major fleets, motor factor groups, buying groups and national distributors Grow existing key and strategic accounts Build relationships with senior commercial, procurement and engineering decision-makers Identify opportunities to increase account value and market penetration Present vehicle safety and vision solutions to customers Lead commercial discussions and support negotiations Manage your national sales pipeline, customer meetings and CRM Work with technical and internal teams to deliver tailored solutions About you You'll have a successful track record in senior B2B sales, business development or national account management, ideally involving technical products within: Automotive aftermarket or OEM Motor factors and buying groups Wholesale and national distribution Major fleets and logistics Commercial vehicles or technical automotive products You'll be commercially focused, credible with senior stakeholders and confident developing complex accounts and winning new business. This is a home-based position involving regular UK-wide travel. A full UK driving licence is essential. Apply today Send your CV to: Robert Cox , Senior Recruitment Consultant (phone number removed) Job reference: 4376RC Glen Callum Associates is committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or background. We believe that a variety of perspectives makes a team stronger and a workplace better. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we're here to support you. Senior Business Development Manager - National Accounts Midlands (Apply online only) : 4376RC APPLY NOW:
Retreat and Guest Relations Manager Salary: Up to £44,000 per annum + Benefits Hours: Full time 40 hours per week, 5 days over 7 to include weekends and bank holidays Based at Ampleforth Abbey YO62 4EN Line Manager: Head of Guest Operations Key relationships: The Monastery Lead for Hospitality Line management of: - 2 x Retreat Coordinators - 1 x Event Coordinator - Volunteers within Retreats & Events About Ampleforth Abbey Ampleforth Abbey is home to the UK s largest Benedictine Monastic Community, rooted in the Rule of St Benedict, whose mission is to seek God through prayer and service, and to invite others to experience faith in action. Located in the Howardian Hills north of York, the Abbey sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and welcomes thousands of visitors each year to its Retreat Centre, Visitor Centre, Shop and Tea Room. Ampleforth Abbey Trust is a registered charity, working alongside the Monastic Community to support its mission. With around 60 lay staff, the Trust delivers on a five-year strategy, Choosing a Future Together , to ensure a sustainable, faith-led future for the Abbey. Supporting the Monastic Community s charism of Welcome and Hospitality, the Guest Relations Manager oversees, facilitates and delivers full-service support from an initial enquiry to the conclusion of a visit, providing excellent guest service for all retreatants, visitors, groups and for guests on tours and commercial events, while delivering on the aims of high occupancy, seamless coordination, excellent guest service and maximising revenue across all guest experiences. If you enjoy working in a friendly peaceful atmosphere, meeting new people, being part of a hardworking team Ampleforth Abbey is perfect for you! Core to this role is the delivery of a guest and hospitality experience commensurate with the aims of the Ampleforth Benedictine Community. The main responsibilities are as follows but are not limited to:- 1. Guest Relations and Front of House for Ampleforth Abbey Trust Provide a first point of Benedictine welcome to all guests, visitors and enquirers. Working closely with the Monastic Lead, manage and implement the annual programme of retreats. Work closely with the Monastic Community in the delivery of the retreat programme and a welcoming environment for all guests. Manage all guest bookings for retreat guests, group tours, day visitors, conferences and events. Oversee guest arrivals, check-in/check-out processes. Oversee the provision of a Benedictine welcome to all group and event visitors. Liaise and coordinate with other departments to ensure a smooth operational service to guests and visitors. Work with the Housekeeping Supervisor to ensure rooms are serviced on time and with the relevant personal requirements. Act as the senior point of escalation for guest complaints and service recovery, resolving issues swiftly and to the guest's satisfaction. Liaise and coordinate with the Marketing team and Monastic Community on the receiving of donations. 2. Team Leadership & Management Set the standard, lead and motivate the Coordination team in the provision of a professional and excellent Benedictine guest experience. Liaise regularly with the Monastic Lead of Hospitality to ensure delivery of the Community s aims. Liaise regularly with the Guest Operations Manager and other on site team members to ensure the smooth delivery of services for all guest bookings. Participate in all Ampleforth Abbey Trust team meetings appropriate to the Role of Guest Relations Manager. Lead regular team meetings for the management of the team s workload and the delivery of efficient and proactive guest support services. Conduct regular performance reviews to develop the skills and personal development of the Coordination team members. Lead or arrange training for team members, appropriate to their role. Set clear performance targets for retreat and event bookings. Manage rotas and staffing levels and ensure appropriate cover including weekends and bank holidaysEnsure compliance in all aspects of Health and Safety, G.D.P.R. and Safeguarding in accordance with the Trust s Policies and Procedures . 3 . Reservations & Revenue Management Manage the booking calendar for Ampleforth Abbey Trust. Oversee all individual and group retreat reservations. Oversee the coordination of all group tours bookings. Optimise room occupancy and venue space utilization. Handle complex customer enquiries and escalations efficiently. Process invoices, deposits and final billing reports accurately. Track and report on key KPIs. Present monthly performance summaries and guest feedback analysis. 4. Conferences, Concerts & Events Management - Serve as the primary contact for all external hire arrangements. - Negotiate contracts, rates and terms for corporate conferences and events. - Coordinate ticketing, seating plans and logistics for events and concerts. - Liaise with internal and external caterers, audio visual technicians, and facilities teams for the smooth delivery of all events. - Manage the Event Coordinator and handover to the Operations team to ensure flawless on-site delivery of events. 5. Customer Experience & Quality Control - Ensure the Benedictine charism of Hospitality is at the heart of the guest experience. - Create a warm, welcoming, professional Benedictine guest experience for all guests. - Identify opportunities, including via guest feedback, to elevate service standards and enhance the guest experience, delivering and reviewing them on an ongoing basis. - Ensure special guest requirements and dietary needs are logged and delivered. - Ensure all health and safety compliance requirements and documentation are fulfilled across the guests experience. - Any other duties, as required by the Head of Guest Operations, Executive Team, Abbot or Monastery Lead for Hospitality, which pertain to the provision of a good guest experience at Ampleforth Abbey. About You - Previous experience in a similar role - Strong leadership and team management skills - Be a team player, flexible and reliable with a can-do attitude - Excellent guest service and communication abilities - Good organisational skills with excellent attention to detail - Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. - Own transport required - Experience working in a heritage, visitor attraction, or faith-based setting - Interest in history, heritage, or monastic tradition - Calm, approachable, and professional manner - Respect and support for the spiritual and historic nature of the Abbey - Ability to work in a sometimes quiet, reflective environment Working Conditions - Includes weekends, bank holidays, and occasional events - Fast-paced environment during peak visitor seasons Benefits - Up to 8% employer-matched pension - Life assurance - Free lunch during working hours - Free on-site parking - 20% discount at the Tea room and Abbey Shop - Cycle to Work Scheme - Christmas Closure - Historic Houses and Yorkshire Great Houses, Castles and Gardens passes to borrow - Employee Assistance programme - Retail savings platform - 50% discount on fitness suite, swimming and other activities at St Albans Centre Ampleforth Abbey Trust is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Interested? If you feel that you possess the relevant skills and experience, then please submit your CV for review. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Retreat and Guest Relations Manager Salary: Up to £44,000 per annum + Benefits Hours: Full time 40 hours per week, 5 days over 7 to include weekends and bank holidays Based at Ampleforth Abbey YO62 4EN Line Manager: Head of Guest Operations Key relationships: The Monastery Lead for Hospitality Line management of: - 2 x Retreat Coordinators - 1 x Event Coordinator - Volunteers within Retreats & Events About Ampleforth Abbey Ampleforth Abbey is home to the UK s largest Benedictine Monastic Community, rooted in the Rule of St Benedict, whose mission is to seek God through prayer and service, and to invite others to experience faith in action. Located in the Howardian Hills north of York, the Abbey sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and welcomes thousands of visitors each year to its Retreat Centre, Visitor Centre, Shop and Tea Room. Ampleforth Abbey Trust is a registered charity, working alongside the Monastic Community to support its mission. With around 60 lay staff, the Trust delivers on a five-year strategy, Choosing a Future Together , to ensure a sustainable, faith-led future for the Abbey. Supporting the Monastic Community s charism of Welcome and Hospitality, the Guest Relations Manager oversees, facilitates and delivers full-service support from an initial enquiry to the conclusion of a visit, providing excellent guest service for all retreatants, visitors, groups and for guests on tours and commercial events, while delivering on the aims of high occupancy, seamless coordination, excellent guest service and maximising revenue across all guest experiences. If you enjoy working in a friendly peaceful atmosphere, meeting new people, being part of a hardworking team Ampleforth Abbey is perfect for you! Core to this role is the delivery of a guest and hospitality experience commensurate with the aims of the Ampleforth Benedictine Community. The main responsibilities are as follows but are not limited to:- 1. Guest Relations and Front of House for Ampleforth Abbey Trust Provide a first point of Benedictine welcome to all guests, visitors and enquirers. Working closely with the Monastic Lead, manage and implement the annual programme of retreats. Work closely with the Monastic Community in the delivery of the retreat programme and a welcoming environment for all guests. Manage all guest bookings for retreat guests, group tours, day visitors, conferences and events. Oversee guest arrivals, check-in/check-out processes. Oversee the provision of a Benedictine welcome to all group and event visitors. Liaise and coordinate with other departments to ensure a smooth operational service to guests and visitors. Work with the Housekeeping Supervisor to ensure rooms are serviced on time and with the relevant personal requirements. Act as the senior point of escalation for guest complaints and service recovery, resolving issues swiftly and to the guest's satisfaction. Liaise and coordinate with the Marketing team and Monastic Community on the receiving of donations. 2. Team Leadership & Management Set the standard, lead and motivate the Coordination team in the provision of a professional and excellent Benedictine guest experience. Liaise regularly with the Monastic Lead of Hospitality to ensure delivery of the Community s aims. Liaise regularly with the Guest Operations Manager and other on site team members to ensure the smooth delivery of services for all guest bookings. Participate in all Ampleforth Abbey Trust team meetings appropriate to the Role of Guest Relations Manager. Lead regular team meetings for the management of the team s workload and the delivery of efficient and proactive guest support services. Conduct regular performance reviews to develop the skills and personal development of the Coordination team members. Lead or arrange training for team members, appropriate to their role. Set clear performance targets for retreat and event bookings. Manage rotas and staffing levels and ensure appropriate cover including weekends and bank holidaysEnsure compliance in all aspects of Health and Safety, G.D.P.R. and Safeguarding in accordance with the Trust s Policies and Procedures . 3 . Reservations & Revenue Management Manage the booking calendar for Ampleforth Abbey Trust. Oversee all individual and group retreat reservations. Oversee the coordination of all group tours bookings. Optimise room occupancy and venue space utilization. Handle complex customer enquiries and escalations efficiently. Process invoices, deposits and final billing reports accurately. Track and report on key KPIs. Present monthly performance summaries and guest feedback analysis. 4. Conferences, Concerts & Events Management - Serve as the primary contact for all external hire arrangements. - Negotiate contracts, rates and terms for corporate conferences and events. - Coordinate ticketing, seating plans and logistics for events and concerts. - Liaise with internal and external caterers, audio visual technicians, and facilities teams for the smooth delivery of all events. - Manage the Event Coordinator and handover to the Operations team to ensure flawless on-site delivery of events. 5. Customer Experience & Quality Control - Ensure the Benedictine charism of Hospitality is at the heart of the guest experience. - Create a warm, welcoming, professional Benedictine guest experience for all guests. - Identify opportunities, including via guest feedback, to elevate service standards and enhance the guest experience, delivering and reviewing them on an ongoing basis. - Ensure special guest requirements and dietary needs are logged and delivered. - Ensure all health and safety compliance requirements and documentation are fulfilled across the guests experience. - Any other duties, as required by the Head of Guest Operations, Executive Team, Abbot or Monastery Lead for Hospitality, which pertain to the provision of a good guest experience at Ampleforth Abbey. About You - Previous experience in a similar role - Strong leadership and team management skills - Be a team player, flexible and reliable with a can-do attitude - Excellent guest service and communication abilities - Good organisational skills with excellent attention to detail - Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. - Own transport required - Experience working in a heritage, visitor attraction, or faith-based setting - Interest in history, heritage, or monastic tradition - Calm, approachable, and professional manner - Respect and support for the spiritual and historic nature of the Abbey - Ability to work in a sometimes quiet, reflective environment Working Conditions - Includes weekends, bank holidays, and occasional events - Fast-paced environment during peak visitor seasons Benefits - Up to 8% employer-matched pension - Life assurance - Free lunch during working hours - Free on-site parking - 20% discount at the Tea room and Abbey Shop - Cycle to Work Scheme - Christmas Closure - Historic Houses and Yorkshire Great Houses, Castles and Gardens passes to borrow - Employee Assistance programme - Retail savings platform - 50% discount on fitness suite, swimming and other activities at St Albans Centre Ampleforth Abbey Trust is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Interested? If you feel that you possess the relevant skills and experience, then please submit your CV for review. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Showroom Sales Consultant / Designer - Leading Bathroom Supplier Location: Barnet Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for customer service and sales? Ready to make an impact with a leading bathroom supplier known for quality products and excellent customer service? We're seeking an energetic Showroom Sales Consultant to take charge of our showroom. What We Offer: A role where you can build strong, lasting relationships with customers, both in-store and over the phone. The opportunity to drive business growth and maximise profits. A direct line of communication with senior management, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Full training provided, so no prior bathroom sales experience is necessary. What We're Looking For: A confident leader with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proven sales experience and a track record of building relationships in trade, sales, or retail. A natural problem-solver who can spot business opportunities and nurture long-term customer connections. Self-motivated, adaptable, and ready to grow. Why Join Us? Career progression: Grow with a top brand in the industry. Exciting environment: Lead a thriving showroom and make an impact from day one. Supportive training: Learn on the job, with all the tools you need for success. If you're friendly, confident, and ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you! Apply today to become a key player with an industry leader in bathroom supply! Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Showroom Sales Consultant / Designer - Leading Bathroom Supplier Location: Barnet Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for customer service and sales? Ready to make an impact with a leading bathroom supplier known for quality products and excellent customer service? We're seeking an energetic Showroom Sales Consultant to take charge of our showroom. What We Offer: A role where you can build strong, lasting relationships with customers, both in-store and over the phone. The opportunity to drive business growth and maximise profits. A direct line of communication with senior management, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Full training provided, so no prior bathroom sales experience is necessary. What We're Looking For: A confident leader with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proven sales experience and a track record of building relationships in trade, sales, or retail. A natural problem-solver who can spot business opportunities and nurture long-term customer connections. Self-motivated, adaptable, and ready to grow. Why Join Us? Career progression: Grow with a top brand in the industry. Exciting environment: Lead a thriving showroom and make an impact from day one. Supportive training: Learn on the job, with all the tools you need for success. If you're friendly, confident, and ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you! Apply today to become a key player with an industry leader in bathroom supply! Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Macildowie Recruitment and Retention
Leicester, Leicestershire
THE OPPORTUNITY: Macildowie are currently recruiting for a Service Administrator working for a business based in Enderby. You must have enthusiasm, excellent communications skills and telephone manner, plus the ability to work under pressure in a busy office environment, also a keen awareness of the importance of excellent customer Service. Good computer skills and ability to work accurately are essential. This is a full time permanent position which is fully office based. THE ROLE & YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: Answering telephone calls from customers, potential customers and Field Engineers in a friendly and helpful manner and dealing efficiently with their needs as required. Setting up or cancelling maintenance on customer records as needed; amending Company Computer records accurately including correct completion of e.g.: Notes, sales invoices, New Occupier letters. Raising and amending Engineers' visits and callouts as necessary in an efficient and accurate manner. Engineers' Daily Work, Ensuring all engineers are emailed their work before the end of each working day. Making entries and amendments as appropriate in the Company's computerised record systems, in a prompt, full and accurate manner and in accordance with Company policies and procedures. When required, placing orders for materials in a timely and accurate way and in accordance with Company policies and procedures. Taking customer credit card payments when necessary and recording the details accurately on the stipulated form. Prompt and accurate filing of the office's paperwork. Carrying out mail room duties as needed. Any other duties determined from time to time by the Operations Manager. EXPERIENCE SOUGHT IN THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE: In order to be considered it would be an advantage that you have dealt with engineers but it is not essential. You must have strong customer service skills, excellent communication skills, administration skills and have the ability to multi task.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
THE OPPORTUNITY: Macildowie are currently recruiting for a Service Administrator working for a business based in Enderby. You must have enthusiasm, excellent communications skills and telephone manner, plus the ability to work under pressure in a busy office environment, also a keen awareness of the importance of excellent customer Service. Good computer skills and ability to work accurately are essential. This is a full time permanent position which is fully office based. THE ROLE & YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: Answering telephone calls from customers, potential customers and Field Engineers in a friendly and helpful manner and dealing efficiently with their needs as required. Setting up or cancelling maintenance on customer records as needed; amending Company Computer records accurately including correct completion of e.g.: Notes, sales invoices, New Occupier letters. Raising and amending Engineers' visits and callouts as necessary in an efficient and accurate manner. Engineers' Daily Work, Ensuring all engineers are emailed their work before the end of each working day. Making entries and amendments as appropriate in the Company's computerised record systems, in a prompt, full and accurate manner and in accordance with Company policies and procedures. When required, placing orders for materials in a timely and accurate way and in accordance with Company policies and procedures. Taking customer credit card payments when necessary and recording the details accurately on the stipulated form. Prompt and accurate filing of the office's paperwork. Carrying out mail room duties as needed. Any other duties determined from time to time by the Operations Manager. EXPERIENCE SOUGHT IN THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE: In order to be considered it would be an advantage that you have dealt with engineers but it is not essential. You must have strong customer service skills, excellent communication skills, administration skills and have the ability to multi task.
Winning business isn't just about making sales. It's about building trust, spotting opportunities before anyone else and becoming the first person customers think of when the next project lands. If you enjoy opening doors, developing lasting commercial relationships and growing a territory with real autonomy, this Business Development Manager opportunity gives you the platform to make a genuine impact across Scotland. What's in it for you Basic salary of £45,000-£55,000 depending on experience. Realistic £80,000 OTE with an uncapped bonus structure. Company car, profit related pay and pension scheme. Laptop, mobile phone and ongoing professional development. Freedom to manage your own territory, customer base and diary. Genuine career progression within a growing national business. Your responsibilities as Business Development Manager Develop new business opportunities across Scotland while strengthening existing customer relationships. Build long-term partnerships with contractors, procurement teams, commercial managers and other key decision-makers. Manage opportunities from initial enquiry through to successful contract award. Work closely with Estimating and Operations teams to develop competitive commercial proposals. Attend customer meetings, site visits, networking events and industry exhibitions throughout your territory. Maintain an accurate sales pipeline, CRM records and market intelligence to support future growth. What we're looking for in a Business Development Manager Proven success developing new business within a B2B sales environment. Strong relationship management, presentation and commercial negotiation skills. Experience engaging with senior stakeholders and procurement teams. Knowledge of sectors such as construction, utilities, rail, highways, environmental services, vegetation management, forestry, landscaping, arboriculture or grounds maintenance would be advantageous. Full UK Driving Licence. Knowledge of public sector procurement and tendering processes would also be beneficial. If you're ready to take ownership of a thriving territory and be rewarded for the business you create, apply today for this Business Development Manager opportunity.Candidate Source Ltd is an advertising agency. Once you have submitted your application it will be passed to the third party Recruiter who is responsible for processing your application. This will include holding and sharing your personal data, our legal basis for this is legitimate interest subject to your declared interest in a job. Our privacy policy can be found on our website and we can be contacted to confirm who your application has been forwarded to.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Winning business isn't just about making sales. It's about building trust, spotting opportunities before anyone else and becoming the first person customers think of when the next project lands. If you enjoy opening doors, developing lasting commercial relationships and growing a territory with real autonomy, this Business Development Manager opportunity gives you the platform to make a genuine impact across Scotland. What's in it for you Basic salary of £45,000-£55,000 depending on experience. Realistic £80,000 OTE with an uncapped bonus structure. Company car, profit related pay and pension scheme. Laptop, mobile phone and ongoing professional development. Freedom to manage your own territory, customer base and diary. Genuine career progression within a growing national business. Your responsibilities as Business Development Manager Develop new business opportunities across Scotland while strengthening existing customer relationships. Build long-term partnerships with contractors, procurement teams, commercial managers and other key decision-makers. Manage opportunities from initial enquiry through to successful contract award. Work closely with Estimating and Operations teams to develop competitive commercial proposals. Attend customer meetings, site visits, networking events and industry exhibitions throughout your territory. Maintain an accurate sales pipeline, CRM records and market intelligence to support future growth. What we're looking for in a Business Development Manager Proven success developing new business within a B2B sales environment. Strong relationship management, presentation and commercial negotiation skills. Experience engaging with senior stakeholders and procurement teams. Knowledge of sectors such as construction, utilities, rail, highways, environmental services, vegetation management, forestry, landscaping, arboriculture or grounds maintenance would be advantageous. Full UK Driving Licence. Knowledge of public sector procurement and tendering processes would also be beneficial. If you're ready to take ownership of a thriving territory and be rewarded for the business you create, apply today for this Business Development Manager opportunity.Candidate Source Ltd is an advertising agency. Once you have submitted your application it will be passed to the third party Recruiter who is responsible for processing your application. This will include holding and sharing your personal data, our legal basis for this is legitimate interest subject to your declared interest in a job. Our privacy policy can be found on our website and we can be contacted to confirm who your application has been forwarded to.
Job description Used Car Sales Manager - Volkswagen Chester Fun, exciting, rewarding work. Join us for the ride. Working with world-class brands as a Used Car Sales Manager you'll have the drive to deliver outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers. As part of a successful, global automotive group, you'll broaden your experience across both sites and brands click apply for full job details
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Job description Used Car Sales Manager - Volkswagen Chester Fun, exciting, rewarding work. Join us for the ride. Working with world-class brands as a Used Car Sales Manager you'll have the drive to deliver outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers. As part of a successful, global automotive group, you'll broaden your experience across both sites and brands click apply for full job details
Would you like to be part of a team focused on increasing adoption of Amazon Web Services in Higher Education in Scotland? Do you have the business savvy and the technical background necessary to help establish Amazon as a key technology platform provider? As Account Manager in Higher Education, you will have the exciting opportunity to help promote the growth and shape the future of an emerging technology. Your responsibility will be to increase the market penetration of AWS in the higher education education accounts. The ideal candidate will possess both a business and technical background that enables them to engage an account at Vice-chancellor and CXO level, as well as with software developers and IT architects. He/she should also be a self-starter who is prepared to develop and execute against a territory coverage plan. Roles & Responsibilities: - Promote AWS services in a defined territory or industry vertical. - Develop and execute against a comprehensive account/territory plan. - Create & articulate compelling value propositions around AWS services. - Facilitate customer adoption. - Maintain a robust projects pipeline. - Work with partners to extend reach & promote adoption. - Contribute to positive customer experience BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Experience building strategic relationships with stakeholders, including communicating and collaborating across teams and functions - Experience with pipeline management skills to include utilization of Salesforce or other CRM tools - 3-5 years of experience in account management, sales, or business development within the Higher Education sector - Demonstrated experience working with universities, colleges, or further education institutions - Track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles typical of HE procurement - Ability to navigate long, consensus-driven procurement cycles with multiple stakeholders - Experience developing account plans aligned to institutional strategies (e.g., Teaching Excellence, Research Excellence Framework) - Ability to articulate technology value propositions in the context of academic outcomes PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Understanding of the Higher Education landscape, including funding models, research priorities, and digital transformation drivers - Familiarity with institutional decision-making structures (e.g., Vice-Chancellors, Provosts, CIOs, Deans, Procurement) - Awareness of sector challenges such as student experience, research computing, hybrid learning, and operational efficiency Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Would you like to be part of a team focused on increasing adoption of Amazon Web Services in Higher Education in Scotland? Do you have the business savvy and the technical background necessary to help establish Amazon as a key technology platform provider? As Account Manager in Higher Education, you will have the exciting opportunity to help promote the growth and shape the future of an emerging technology. Your responsibility will be to increase the market penetration of AWS in the higher education education accounts. The ideal candidate will possess both a business and technical background that enables them to engage an account at Vice-chancellor and CXO level, as well as with software developers and IT architects. He/she should also be a self-starter who is prepared to develop and execute against a territory coverage plan. Roles & Responsibilities: - Promote AWS services in a defined territory or industry vertical. - Develop and execute against a comprehensive account/territory plan. - Create & articulate compelling value propositions around AWS services. - Facilitate customer adoption. - Maintain a robust projects pipeline. - Work with partners to extend reach & promote adoption. - Contribute to positive customer experience BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Experience building strategic relationships with stakeholders, including communicating and collaborating across teams and functions - Experience with pipeline management skills to include utilization of Salesforce or other CRM tools - 3-5 years of experience in account management, sales, or business development within the Higher Education sector - Demonstrated experience working with universities, colleges, or further education institutions - Track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles typical of HE procurement - Ability to navigate long, consensus-driven procurement cycles with multiple stakeholders - Experience developing account plans aligned to institutional strategies (e.g., Teaching Excellence, Research Excellence Framework) - Ability to articulate technology value propositions in the context of academic outcomes PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Understanding of the Higher Education landscape, including funding models, research priorities, and digital transformation drivers - Familiarity with institutional decision-making structures (e.g., Vice-Chancellors, Provosts, CIOs, Deans, Procurement) - Awareness of sector challenges such as student experience, research computing, hybrid learning, and operational efficiency Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
BUILDING SAFETY COORDINATOR - 12 Month FTC Rendall & Rittner • Competitive • Home Based ROLE OVERVIEW You will join Rendall & Rittner on a 12 month fixed-term contract to strengthen our building safety capability across a varied residential portfolio. As a trusted coordinator, you will bring structure, pace and clarity to how we plan, evidence and continually improve compliance with evolving building safety legislation. Working closely with Property Managers, Technical, Legal and Resident Services teams, you will help translate regulation into pragmatic, resident-focused actions. You will be central to the "golden thread" of information, ensuring our records are accurate, auditable and readily accessible, while supporting clear resident communication and engagement. ROLE EXPECTATIONS Most days you will organise, chase and quality-check building safety information, keeping actions on track and stakeholders aligned. You will review evidence packs, maintain registers and dashboards, and coordinate surveys, inspections and remedial works with clear updates to internal teams and residents. You will spot risks early, escalate thoughtfully and keep momentum until issues are closed. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE Accurate, current building safety records and evidence packs that stand up to internal and external scrutiny. Clear action plans with owners, deadlines and progress updates, resulting in timely risk mitigation and issue closure. Confident, empathetic communications that inform residents and reduce complaints or repeat queries. Strong collaboration with Property Managers and contractors, balancing compliance urgency with operational realities. Early identification of gaps or emerging risks, with practical recommendations that are adopted. Consistent delivery against milestones across your caseload, with measurable improvements in compliance KPIs. HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME Coordinating and tracking safety actions, surveys, inspections and remedial works across assigned buildings. Curating and maintaining the golden thread: plans, drawings, risk assessments, fire door and façade records, and compliance evidence. Preparing concise status reports, dashboards and board-ready updates that highlight progress, risks and decisions needed. Liaising with residents to share updates, organise access and handle queries with clarity and care. Reviewing contractor reports for completeness and quality, and chasing clarifications or missing documentation. Supporting incident readiness by ensuring documentation, contact trees and escalation routes are up to date. WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR You are organised, detail-focused and relentless about closing actions and maintaining accurate records. You communicate complex information simply, adapting your style for residents, contractors and internal teams. You are calm under pressure, prioritising effectively and escalating at the right time with solutions in mind. You take ownership, follow through and hold others accountable with professionalism and empathy. You are motivated by resident safety and doing the right thing, even when it's challenging. EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS Working knowledge of the Building Safety Act, fire safety principles and the golden thread of information. Experience coordinating compliance activity within residential property, facilities, construction or risk management. Familiarity with safety case reports, risk assessments, contractor management and remedial work tracking. Confidence using data and systems to maintain registers, produce dashboards and evidence audit trails. Exposure to resident or customer communications, especially around sensitive or technical topics. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary, aligned to experience Discretionary bonus 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Private medical insurance, life assurance and enhanced family leave Fully funded training and professional development Paid sabbaticals as a loyalty reward Pension scheme and employee assistance programme Discounts across travel, retail, fitness and entertainment ABOUT RENDALL & RITTNER Rendall & Rittner is one of the UK's most established and highly accredited residential leasehold property management companies, managing over 90,000 homes nationwide. Founded in 1990 on the belief that property management should be more professional, transparent and customer-focused, those principles still drive how we operate today as a founding partner of Odevo. We are people-led and technology-enabled, investing heavily in our teams, systems and continuous improvement. Our standards are recognised through Investors in People Platinum, regulation by RICS and the FCA, and multiple industry awards, including Property Manager of the Year and Managing Agent of the Year. HOW WE HIRE Initial conversation with our talent team Interview focused on your building safety knowledge, record-keeping rigour, stakeholder communication and how you prioritise and solve real-world compliance challenges We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout. INTERESTED? Apply with your CV. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
BUILDING SAFETY COORDINATOR - 12 Month FTC Rendall & Rittner • Competitive • Home Based ROLE OVERVIEW You will join Rendall & Rittner on a 12 month fixed-term contract to strengthen our building safety capability across a varied residential portfolio. As a trusted coordinator, you will bring structure, pace and clarity to how we plan, evidence and continually improve compliance with evolving building safety legislation. Working closely with Property Managers, Technical, Legal and Resident Services teams, you will help translate regulation into pragmatic, resident-focused actions. You will be central to the "golden thread" of information, ensuring our records are accurate, auditable and readily accessible, while supporting clear resident communication and engagement. ROLE EXPECTATIONS Most days you will organise, chase and quality-check building safety information, keeping actions on track and stakeholders aligned. You will review evidence packs, maintain registers and dashboards, and coordinate surveys, inspections and remedial works with clear updates to internal teams and residents. You will spot risks early, escalate thoughtfully and keep momentum until issues are closed. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE Accurate, current building safety records and evidence packs that stand up to internal and external scrutiny. Clear action plans with owners, deadlines and progress updates, resulting in timely risk mitigation and issue closure. Confident, empathetic communications that inform residents and reduce complaints or repeat queries. Strong collaboration with Property Managers and contractors, balancing compliance urgency with operational realities. Early identification of gaps or emerging risks, with practical recommendations that are adopted. Consistent delivery against milestones across your caseload, with measurable improvements in compliance KPIs. HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME Coordinating and tracking safety actions, surveys, inspections and remedial works across assigned buildings. Curating and maintaining the golden thread: plans, drawings, risk assessments, fire door and façade records, and compliance evidence. Preparing concise status reports, dashboards and board-ready updates that highlight progress, risks and decisions needed. Liaising with residents to share updates, organise access and handle queries with clarity and care. Reviewing contractor reports for completeness and quality, and chasing clarifications or missing documentation. Supporting incident readiness by ensuring documentation, contact trees and escalation routes are up to date. WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR You are organised, detail-focused and relentless about closing actions and maintaining accurate records. You communicate complex information simply, adapting your style for residents, contractors and internal teams. You are calm under pressure, prioritising effectively and escalating at the right time with solutions in mind. You take ownership, follow through and hold others accountable with professionalism and empathy. You are motivated by resident safety and doing the right thing, even when it's challenging. EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS Working knowledge of the Building Safety Act, fire safety principles and the golden thread of information. Experience coordinating compliance activity within residential property, facilities, construction or risk management. Familiarity with safety case reports, risk assessments, contractor management and remedial work tracking. Confidence using data and systems to maintain registers, produce dashboards and evidence audit trails. Exposure to resident or customer communications, especially around sensitive or technical topics. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary, aligned to experience Discretionary bonus 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Private medical insurance, life assurance and enhanced family leave Fully funded training and professional development Paid sabbaticals as a loyalty reward Pension scheme and employee assistance programme Discounts across travel, retail, fitness and entertainment ABOUT RENDALL & RITTNER Rendall & Rittner is one of the UK's most established and highly accredited residential leasehold property management companies, managing over 90,000 homes nationwide. Founded in 1990 on the belief that property management should be more professional, transparent and customer-focused, those principles still drive how we operate today as a founding partner of Odevo. We are people-led and technology-enabled, investing heavily in our teams, systems and continuous improvement. Our standards are recognised through Investors in People Platinum, regulation by RICS and the FCA, and multiple industry awards, including Property Manager of the Year and Managing Agent of the Year. HOW WE HIRE Initial conversation with our talent team Interview focused on your building safety knowledge, record-keeping rigour, stakeholder communication and how you prioritise and solve real-world compliance challenges We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout. INTERESTED? Apply with your CV. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required.
Job Description About the Role We are seeking a safety-conscious and reliable Forklift Operator to join our Inspection team in Aberdeen. Reporting to the Yard Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the safe loading, unloading, movement, and tracking of materials within the yard and inspection areas. The role requires accurate record-keeping, compliance with company procedures, and a strong commitment to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality standards. A key requirement of this role is proven experience operating forklifts while handling tubular products (pipes) ranging from 30 ft to 45 ft in length. The successful candidate must be competent in the safe movement, loading, unloading, stacking, and transportation of long tubulars within a yard or inspection environment. About Us Every day, the oil and gas industry's best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success. We Power the Industry that Powers the World Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success-now and in the future. Global Family We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work. Purposeful Innovation Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better. Service Above All This drives us to anticipate our customers' needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget. About the Team
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Job Description About the Role We are seeking a safety-conscious and reliable Forklift Operator to join our Inspection team in Aberdeen. Reporting to the Yard Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the safe loading, unloading, movement, and tracking of materials within the yard and inspection areas. The role requires accurate record-keeping, compliance with company procedures, and a strong commitment to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality standards. A key requirement of this role is proven experience operating forklifts while handling tubular products (pipes) ranging from 30 ft to 45 ft in length. The successful candidate must be competent in the safe movement, loading, unloading, stacking, and transportation of long tubulars within a yard or inspection environment. About Us Every day, the oil and gas industry's best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success. We Power the Industry that Powers the World Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success-now and in the future. Global Family We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work. Purposeful Innovation Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better. Service Above All This drives us to anticipate our customers' needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget. About the Team
Factory Manager Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contribution, Life insurance up to 4x salary, annual bonus scheme and car allowance Location: Greencore Spalding Meals, West Marsh Road, PE11 2BB Ways of Working: Site based Hours of work: Sunday to Thursday Nights : 22:00pm-06:00am with flexibility Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our site in Spalding is a vibrant hub where over 1,470 colleagues bring handcrafted sandwich wraps, salads, dips, soups, sauces, and mayonnaise to life across three manufacturing facilities and a distribution centre. What you'll be doing In this integral role as Factory Manager, you will be an experienced manufacturing leader contributing to the operational strategy of a fast-paced chilled food manufacturing business, with full accountability for operational KPIs. You'll focus on sustainable operational delivery and continuous improvement, using the Greencore Operating System to drive optimal factory performance. Working as part of the wider site leadership team, you'll deliver challenging results across a balanced KPI scorecard while leading people, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring optimal factory efficiency. As a key site leader, you'll consistently meet customer expectations across efficiency, quality, food safety, and service, while collaborating with stakeholders to resolve issues and identify improvement opportunities. Role Accountabilities • Ensure a safe working environment, deploying H&S strategy, chairing safety meetings, and communicating outcomes • Lead quality, food safety, hygiene, and housekeeping standards, including audit verification and improvement actions • Work cross-functionally on quality plans and capital justifications • Translate manufacturing strategy into clear, actionable operational plans • Set manning requirements, recruit talent, and oversee training, development, and performance management • Use KPIs to drive improvement plans and cascade performance metrics across teams • Review manufacturing plans and schedules to optimise resources and efficiency • Support NPD feasibility and ensure successful, well-communicated product launches • Maintain effective communication, engagement, and two-way dialogue across the site • Role model values, foster positive employee relations, and support union partnerships • Identify and deliver continuous improvement opportunities and support capital investment plans • Ensure full deployment and coaching of the Greencore Operating System • Lead Top Loss and Kaizen performance activity What we're looking for • A credible, people-focused manufacturing leader who drives performance through clear planning and data-led decisions • Strong knowledge of production, commercial, and technical operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment • Proven ability to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and deliver continuous improvement • Confidence managing health & safety, environmental, food safety, and hygiene standards • Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders at all levels • Calm, resilient leadership style with the ability to perform under pressure • Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage, motivate, and align teams • A values-led leader who fosters positive culture and high standards across the factory We're proud to be recognised in the Gender Equity Measure Top 100 for our commitment to gender equality. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Car Allowance Annual Bonus Scheme Holidays Competitive matched pension contribution Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career. Greencore and its recruitment partners never charge candidates any fees at any stage of the hiring process. Any request for payment relating to a job opportunity should be considered fraudulent.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Factory Manager Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contribution, Life insurance up to 4x salary, annual bonus scheme and car allowance Location: Greencore Spalding Meals, West Marsh Road, PE11 2BB Ways of Working: Site based Hours of work: Sunday to Thursday Nights : 22:00pm-06:00am with flexibility Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Our site in Spalding is a vibrant hub where over 1,470 colleagues bring handcrafted sandwich wraps, salads, dips, soups, sauces, and mayonnaise to life across three manufacturing facilities and a distribution centre. What you'll be doing In this integral role as Factory Manager, you will be an experienced manufacturing leader contributing to the operational strategy of a fast-paced chilled food manufacturing business, with full accountability for operational KPIs. You'll focus on sustainable operational delivery and continuous improvement, using the Greencore Operating System to drive optimal factory performance. Working as part of the wider site leadership team, you'll deliver challenging results across a balanced KPI scorecard while leading people, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring optimal factory efficiency. As a key site leader, you'll consistently meet customer expectations across efficiency, quality, food safety, and service, while collaborating with stakeholders to resolve issues and identify improvement opportunities. Role Accountabilities • Ensure a safe working environment, deploying H&S strategy, chairing safety meetings, and communicating outcomes • Lead quality, food safety, hygiene, and housekeeping standards, including audit verification and improvement actions • Work cross-functionally on quality plans and capital justifications • Translate manufacturing strategy into clear, actionable operational plans • Set manning requirements, recruit talent, and oversee training, development, and performance management • Use KPIs to drive improvement plans and cascade performance metrics across teams • Review manufacturing plans and schedules to optimise resources and efficiency • Support NPD feasibility and ensure successful, well-communicated product launches • Maintain effective communication, engagement, and two-way dialogue across the site • Role model values, foster positive employee relations, and support union partnerships • Identify and deliver continuous improvement opportunities and support capital investment plans • Ensure full deployment and coaching of the Greencore Operating System • Lead Top Loss and Kaizen performance activity What we're looking for • A credible, people-focused manufacturing leader who drives performance through clear planning and data-led decisions • Strong knowledge of production, commercial, and technical operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment • Proven ability to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and deliver continuous improvement • Confidence managing health & safety, environmental, food safety, and hygiene standards • Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders at all levels • Calm, resilient leadership style with the ability to perform under pressure • Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage, motivate, and align teams • A values-led leader who fosters positive culture and high standards across the factory We're proud to be recognised in the Gender Equity Measure Top 100 for our commitment to gender equality. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Car Allowance Annual Bonus Scheme Holidays Competitive matched pension contribution Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career. Greencore and its recruitment partners never charge candidates any fees at any stage of the hiring process. Any request for payment relating to a job opportunity should be considered fraudulent.
Graduate Sales Support Executive (Internal Sales) Skelmersdale Full-Time Office-Based Looking to start a career in sales, business or account management? Join Flowtech Fluidpower , one of Europe's leading engineering and industrial supply businesses, and become part of a team that supports manufacturers and engineering companies across the UK and Europe. This is much more than an admin role. You'll build relationships with customers, manage enquiries and orders, support sales opportunities and develop commercial skills that can lead into Internal Sales, Key Account Management and Business Development careers. What You'll Be Doing Speaking with customers and building relationships Processing enquiries, quotations and orders Supporting Key Account Managers Helping customers find the right products and solutions Managing customer information and CRM systems Identifying opportunities to support sales growth What Do Current Employees Say? "You build really strong relationships with customers and help them find the right solutions." "The role is more technical than I expected, but you pick it up quickly and learn something new every day." "Someone who's confident, enjoys talking to people and has strong communication skills will do really well here." What We're Looking For Strong communication skills Positive attitude and willingness to learn Organised and proactive approach Enjoys working with people Interested in sales, business or customer relationships Why Flowtech? One of Europe's leading engineering groups Excellent training and development Clear career progression opportunities Supportive team environment Learn valuable commercial and technical skills Genuine long-term career opportunities If you're looking for a role where you can develop professionally, build confidence and start a successful commercial career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Today Please note: By submitting this application, you agree for Discovery to store your details and contact you regarding this application and any future roles we believe may be of interest to you (in line with our Privacy Policy available on our website). You can unsubscribe at any time by emailing us. All applications will be processed through Discovery, the retained managing consultants. Due to high volumes of applications, only those successful on application will be contacted regarding interviews
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Graduate Sales Support Executive (Internal Sales) Skelmersdale Full-Time Office-Based Looking to start a career in sales, business or account management? Join Flowtech Fluidpower , one of Europe's leading engineering and industrial supply businesses, and become part of a team that supports manufacturers and engineering companies across the UK and Europe. This is much more than an admin role. You'll build relationships with customers, manage enquiries and orders, support sales opportunities and develop commercial skills that can lead into Internal Sales, Key Account Management and Business Development careers. What You'll Be Doing Speaking with customers and building relationships Processing enquiries, quotations and orders Supporting Key Account Managers Helping customers find the right products and solutions Managing customer information and CRM systems Identifying opportunities to support sales growth What Do Current Employees Say? "You build really strong relationships with customers and help them find the right solutions." "The role is more technical than I expected, but you pick it up quickly and learn something new every day." "Someone who's confident, enjoys talking to people and has strong communication skills will do really well here." What We're Looking For Strong communication skills Positive attitude and willingness to learn Organised and proactive approach Enjoys working with people Interested in sales, business or customer relationships Why Flowtech? One of Europe's leading engineering groups Excellent training and development Clear career progression opportunities Supportive team environment Learn valuable commercial and technical skills Genuine long-term career opportunities If you're looking for a role where you can develop professionally, build confidence and start a successful commercial career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Today Please note: By submitting this application, you agree for Discovery to store your details and contact you regarding this application and any future roles we believe may be of interest to you (in line with our Privacy Policy available on our website). You can unsubscribe at any time by emailing us. All applications will be processed through Discovery, the retained managing consultants. Due to high volumes of applications, only those successful on application will be contacted regarding interviews
Sales Office Manager Lutterworth C 50,000 p.a. + Bonus & Benefits Are you an organised leader who thrives on creating structure, improving processes and driving accountability? Do you enjoy turning data into meaningful commercial insight while developing a high-performing team? Are you looking for an opportunity where you can genuinely influence business performance and continuous improvement? The Company: ER Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a prestigious luxury hospitality and events destination with the recruitment of an experienced Sales Office Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious and growing business that prides itself on delivering exceptional customer experiences across corporate events, conferences and private functions. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, you'll play a pivotal role in leading the Sales Office team, improving operational efficiency and ensuring accurate reporting supports commercial decision-making. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll have the opportunity to shape processes, develop people and become a trusted member of the senior leadership team. Role & Responsibilities of the Sales Office Manager: Lead, motivate and develop the Sales Office team, creating a positive culture of accountability, collaboration and high performance. Ensure sales administration, event documentation and customer information are completed accurately and issued within agreed timescales, enabling the Operations team to consistently deliver exceptional customer experiences. Act as the central point for commercial reporting, producing accurate weekly and monthly reports, forecasts and performance updates for senior leadership and business owners. Collect, analyse and interpret sales data from multiple sources to provide meaningful business insight and support strategic decision-making. Take ownership of the CRM system, ensuring data accuracy, consistency and effective pipeline management. Review sales processes and procedures, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, communication and reporting across the business. Build strong working relationships between the Sales and Operations teams, ensuring clear communication and effective handovers for every event. Support the preparation of event costings and commercial reporting to ensure accurate financial information is available. Monitor team performance, setting clear expectations, providing coaching and confidently addressing performance or process issues where required. Champion continuous improvement, embracing technology and recommending new ideas to improve systems, reporting and overall business performance. About You as the Sales Office Manager: Previous experience within Sales Office Management, Sales Operations, Commercial Administration, Revenue Management or a similar leadership role. A confident and credible people manager with the ability to motivate teams, challenge performance and hold others accountable. Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and a passion for delivering accurate, high-quality work. Strong analytical skills with experience producing management reports, forecasts and commercial insights. Comfortable working with CRM systems and Microsoft Excel, with the ability to quickly learn new technologies and systems. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to build relationships across departments and with senior stakeholders. Naturally proactive, always looking for opportunities to improve processes and implement more efficient ways of working. Hospitality experience would be advantageous but is not essential; we welcome applications from candidates with strong commercial operations or sales support backgrounds from other sectors. Additional Benefits: Competitive salary, with a realistic performance-related bonus of up to 20% (OTE 60,000). 28 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays. Private healthcare. Monday to Friday, office-based role (9.00am-5.00pm). Opportunity to shape a newly evolving leadership role and influence the future of the sales function. Join an ambitious, forward-thinking organisation where your ideas for continuous improvement will be welcomed and encouraged. Please note by applying for this role you give consent for ER Recruitment to retain your CV for up to 24 months for the purposes of assisting you to find your next role unless you notify us otherwise. While we aim to get back to all applicants, if you do not receive a response within 7 working days then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We are here to help with your career so please send a copy of your CV to us. If you know of anyone else who is looking for their next opportunity, please feel free to refer them to us or pass on our details. We look forward to hearing from you.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Sales Office Manager Lutterworth C 50,000 p.a. + Bonus & Benefits Are you an organised leader who thrives on creating structure, improving processes and driving accountability? Do you enjoy turning data into meaningful commercial insight while developing a high-performing team? Are you looking for an opportunity where you can genuinely influence business performance and continuous improvement? The Company: ER Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a prestigious luxury hospitality and events destination with the recruitment of an experienced Sales Office Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious and growing business that prides itself on delivering exceptional customer experiences across corporate events, conferences and private functions. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, you'll play a pivotal role in leading the Sales Office team, improving operational efficiency and ensuring accurate reporting supports commercial decision-making. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll have the opportunity to shape processes, develop people and become a trusted member of the senior leadership team. Role & Responsibilities of the Sales Office Manager: Lead, motivate and develop the Sales Office team, creating a positive culture of accountability, collaboration and high performance. Ensure sales administration, event documentation and customer information are completed accurately and issued within agreed timescales, enabling the Operations team to consistently deliver exceptional customer experiences. Act as the central point for commercial reporting, producing accurate weekly and monthly reports, forecasts and performance updates for senior leadership and business owners. Collect, analyse and interpret sales data from multiple sources to provide meaningful business insight and support strategic decision-making. Take ownership of the CRM system, ensuring data accuracy, consistency and effective pipeline management. Review sales processes and procedures, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, communication and reporting across the business. Build strong working relationships between the Sales and Operations teams, ensuring clear communication and effective handovers for every event. Support the preparation of event costings and commercial reporting to ensure accurate financial information is available. Monitor team performance, setting clear expectations, providing coaching and confidently addressing performance or process issues where required. Champion continuous improvement, embracing technology and recommending new ideas to improve systems, reporting and overall business performance. About You as the Sales Office Manager: Previous experience within Sales Office Management, Sales Operations, Commercial Administration, Revenue Management or a similar leadership role. A confident and credible people manager with the ability to motivate teams, challenge performance and hold others accountable. Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and a passion for delivering accurate, high-quality work. Strong analytical skills with experience producing management reports, forecasts and commercial insights. Comfortable working with CRM systems and Microsoft Excel, with the ability to quickly learn new technologies and systems. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to build relationships across departments and with senior stakeholders. Naturally proactive, always looking for opportunities to improve processes and implement more efficient ways of working. Hospitality experience would be advantageous but is not essential; we welcome applications from candidates with strong commercial operations or sales support backgrounds from other sectors. Additional Benefits: Competitive salary, with a realistic performance-related bonus of up to 20% (OTE 60,000). 28 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays. Private healthcare. Monday to Friday, office-based role (9.00am-5.00pm). Opportunity to shape a newly evolving leadership role and influence the future of the sales function. Join an ambitious, forward-thinking organisation where your ideas for continuous improvement will be welcomed and encouraged. Please note by applying for this role you give consent for ER Recruitment to retain your CV for up to 24 months for the purposes of assisting you to find your next role unless you notify us otherwise. While we aim to get back to all applicants, if you do not receive a response within 7 working days then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We are here to help with your career so please send a copy of your CV to us. If you know of anyone else who is looking for their next opportunity, please feel free to refer them to us or pass on our details. We look forward to hearing from you.
Astute Recruitment are working with an established manufacturing business based in Derby to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation supporting the finance function across two subsidiary companies. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will be involved in both management accounting and transactional finance, playing a key role in the day-to-day running of the department. The successful candidate will split their time between the company's Derby head office (four days per week) and their Somercotes site (one day per week). The Role Will Involve: Assisting with month-end processes Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts Assisting with the preparation and processing of accruals, prepayments and journals Raising and inputting sales invoices from quotations produced by the sales team Dealing with customer pricing queries and liaising on delivery dates and times Requesting payments from non-account customers Credit checking new account customers Monitoring overdue invoices and chasing outstanding payments Checking purchase invoices against purchase orders Completing month-end supplier statement reconciliations Processing purchase invoices Allocating daily bank receipts and payments Completing weekly bank reconciliations Answering telephone calls into the accounts department Monitoring and managing the accounts email inbox The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience in an Assistant Management Accountant or similar finance role Experience supporting month-end and management accounts Good understanding of accruals, prepayments and journals Strong Excel skills Confident working across both transactional and management accounts Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines Strong communication skills and a proactive approach A team player who enjoys working in a collaborative environment Benefits & Hours : Full-time position - 37.5 hours per week Flexible start and finish times Fully office-based role Four days per week based in Derby and one day per week in Somercotes Salary: 35,000 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Stable and supportive working environment
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Astute Recruitment are working with an established manufacturing business based in Derby to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation supporting the finance function across two subsidiary companies. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will be involved in both management accounting and transactional finance, playing a key role in the day-to-day running of the department. The successful candidate will split their time between the company's Derby head office (four days per week) and their Somercotes site (one day per week). The Role Will Involve: Assisting with month-end processes Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts Assisting with the preparation and processing of accruals, prepayments and journals Raising and inputting sales invoices from quotations produced by the sales team Dealing with customer pricing queries and liaising on delivery dates and times Requesting payments from non-account customers Credit checking new account customers Monitoring overdue invoices and chasing outstanding payments Checking purchase invoices against purchase orders Completing month-end supplier statement reconciliations Processing purchase invoices Allocating daily bank receipts and payments Completing weekly bank reconciliations Answering telephone calls into the accounts department Monitoring and managing the accounts email inbox The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience in an Assistant Management Accountant or similar finance role Experience supporting month-end and management accounts Good understanding of accruals, prepayments and journals Strong Excel skills Confident working across both transactional and management accounts Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines Strong communication skills and a proactive approach A team player who enjoys working in a collaborative environment Benefits & Hours : Full-time position - 37.5 hours per week Flexible start and finish times Fully office-based role Four days per week based in Derby and one day per week in Somercotes Salary: 35,000 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Stable and supportive working environment
I'm working with a growing Retail & Distribution eCommerce business based in Huddersfield that is looking to recruit a Finance Business Partner to join its commercial finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, customer-focused organisation where you'll work closely with operational leaders, providing financial insight that supports business performance and strategic decision-making. This is a highly visible role, offering the chance to influence senior stakeholders, improve profitability, and play a key part in driving the continued success of the business. Key responsibilities will include: Acting as a trusted finance partner to operational and departmental managers, providing financial insight, support, and constructive challenge Preparing and presenting monthly management accounts, KPIs, and variance analysis with clear recommendations to improve performance Monitoring financial and operational performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities across the business Working closely with budget holders to ensure financial targets, budgets, and forecasts are achieved Turning financial data into meaningful commercial insights that support better business decisions Reviewing business cases and challenging assumptions to ensure commercial decisions deliver value Partnering with operational teams to identify opportunities to increase revenue, reduce costs, and improve profit margins Supporting the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning process, ensuring financial plans align with business objectives Identifying financial risks and opportunities early, working with stakeholders to develop practical solutions and action plans Producing meaningful reporting and analysis to support strategic initiatives and continuous business improvement Driving improvements in financial reporting, processes, and business performance through better use of data and systems The client is looking for: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified accountant, or someone nearing qualification Previous experience in Finance Business Partnering, Commercial Finance, FP&A, or Management Accounting within a fast-paced environment Strong commercial awareness with the ability to influence and build relationships across the business Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the confidence to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders Experience within Retail, Distribution, eCommerce, FMCG, or another commercially focused environment would be highly advantageous Strong Excel skills, with experience using reporting and BI tools beneficial This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional looking to join a growing eCommerce business where you'll have genuine influence, work closely with senior stakeholders, and help shape the financial performance of the organisation while continuing to develop your career. INDFIN
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
I'm working with a growing Retail & Distribution eCommerce business based in Huddersfield that is looking to recruit a Finance Business Partner to join its commercial finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, customer-focused organisation where you'll work closely with operational leaders, providing financial insight that supports business performance and strategic decision-making. This is a highly visible role, offering the chance to influence senior stakeholders, improve profitability, and play a key part in driving the continued success of the business. Key responsibilities will include: Acting as a trusted finance partner to operational and departmental managers, providing financial insight, support, and constructive challenge Preparing and presenting monthly management accounts, KPIs, and variance analysis with clear recommendations to improve performance Monitoring financial and operational performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities across the business Working closely with budget holders to ensure financial targets, budgets, and forecasts are achieved Turning financial data into meaningful commercial insights that support better business decisions Reviewing business cases and challenging assumptions to ensure commercial decisions deliver value Partnering with operational teams to identify opportunities to increase revenue, reduce costs, and improve profit margins Supporting the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning process, ensuring financial plans align with business objectives Identifying financial risks and opportunities early, working with stakeholders to develop practical solutions and action plans Producing meaningful reporting and analysis to support strategic initiatives and continuous business improvement Driving improvements in financial reporting, processes, and business performance through better use of data and systems The client is looking for: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified accountant, or someone nearing qualification Previous experience in Finance Business Partnering, Commercial Finance, FP&A, or Management Accounting within a fast-paced environment Strong commercial awareness with the ability to influence and build relationships across the business Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the confidence to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders Experience within Retail, Distribution, eCommerce, FMCG, or another commercially focused environment would be highly advantageous Strong Excel skills, with experience using reporting and BI tools beneficial This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional looking to join a growing eCommerce business where you'll have genuine influence, work closely with senior stakeholders, and help shape the financial performance of the organisation while continuing to develop your career. INDFIN
Your new role Finance Officer - Accounts Payable Public Sector Organisation 15 - 16/hour 3 months minimum Central London Hybrid Working - 2/3 days in the office This opportunity would suit a recent Accountancy & Finance graduate who has gained some practical finance experience through a placement year, internship, or part-time role. It would also be well suited to someone with a few months' experience in a finance or accounts position looking to further develop their skills within a reputable public sector organisation. Manage the Accounts Payable shared mailbox, responding to supplier and internal queries within agreed timescales and escalating high-priority or complex matters where appropriate. Record supplier overpayments accurately and ensure relevant details are communicated to the appropriate manager for further action. Review and resolve supplier correspondence that has not been successfully delivered, updating records and system information as required. Assist the Treasury function with routine daily processing and document export activities. Deliver a high standard of customer service when handling finance-related enquiries from both internal stakeholders and external contacts, ensuring compliance with data protection requirements at all times. Complete allocated mail handling responsibilities on a rotational basis, typically once per week. Support the administration and upkeep of the finance document management system to ensure it remains operational and up to date. Carry out regular checks on invoice upload processes, investigating discrepancies and maintaining associated tracking records and spreadsheets. What you'll need to succeed Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related discipline. Ideally, some previous exposure to a finance or accounting environment through a placement year, internship, part-time role, or similar experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with the confidence to work with spreadsheets, analyse data, and maintain accurate records. Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Well-organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 08, 2026
Seasonal
Your new role Finance Officer - Accounts Payable Public Sector Organisation 15 - 16/hour 3 months minimum Central London Hybrid Working - 2/3 days in the office This opportunity would suit a recent Accountancy & Finance graduate who has gained some practical finance experience through a placement year, internship, or part-time role. It would also be well suited to someone with a few months' experience in a finance or accounts position looking to further develop their skills within a reputable public sector organisation. Manage the Accounts Payable shared mailbox, responding to supplier and internal queries within agreed timescales and escalating high-priority or complex matters where appropriate. Record supplier overpayments accurately and ensure relevant details are communicated to the appropriate manager for further action. Review and resolve supplier correspondence that has not been successfully delivered, updating records and system information as required. Assist the Treasury function with routine daily processing and document export activities. Deliver a high standard of customer service when handling finance-related enquiries from both internal stakeholders and external contacts, ensuring compliance with data protection requirements at all times. Complete allocated mail handling responsibilities on a rotational basis, typically once per week. Support the administration and upkeep of the finance document management system to ensure it remains operational and up to date. Carry out regular checks on invoice upload processes, investigating discrepancies and maintaining associated tracking records and spreadsheets. What you'll need to succeed Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related discipline. Ideally, some previous exposure to a finance or accounting environment through a placement year, internship, part-time role, or similar experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with the confidence to work with spreadsheets, analyse data, and maintain accurate records. Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Well-organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Transport Planner - Exeter - Full Time - Permanent - £28,000 to £35,000 DOE Well Placed HR has been exclusively engaged by a successful logistics business in Devon to recruit a Transport Planner. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Transport Planner, Traffic Planner, Transport Coordinator or Transport Supervisor to join a busy operation and play a key role in the day to day running of the transport department. Working closely with the Transport Manager, you'll help keep vehicles, drivers and deliveries running efficiently. This is a business that genuinely values its people. It's a demanding operation and the working week reflects that, but you'll be joining a supportive management team who encourage development and believe in looking after their staff. The Role No two days are the same, but as Transport Planner you'll be at the heart of the operation, acting as the main point of contact for drivers and helping to keep everything running smoothly. Your responsibilities will include: - Speaking with drivers throughout the day, providing support and guidance - Planning container collections and deliveries - Allocating work and providing drivers with clear instructions - Tracking vehicles and locating loads - Adjusting transport plans as operational demands change - Liaising with customers and colleagues to coordinate deliveries - Resolving day to day operational issues - Supporting the Transport Manager with the smooth running of the department - Using transport management systems to oversee daily operations About You You'll ideally have: - Experience within transport, logistics, haulage or distribution - Strong planning, organisational and communication skills - Confidence working in a fast-paced environment - Good IT skills and experience using transport management software A practical, proactive approach and the ability to build positive relationships with drivers, customers and colleagues Experience within transport planning, traffic planning or transport coordination would be highly beneficial, but just as important is the right attitude, a willingness to learn and the desire to build a long-term career within logistics. If you're looking for a varied role where you'll be trusted with responsibility, supported by experienced managers and given the opportunity to develop your career, we'd be delighted to hear from you. For further details and to apply, please contact Dan Saunders quoting reference DS11156. This opportunity would suit candidates currently working as a Transport Planner, Traffic Planner, Transport Coordinator, Transport Supervisor, Logistics Coordinator or Fleet Coordinator. Applications are welcomed from individuals with experience in transport, logistics, haulage or distribution who are looking to develop their career within a fast-paced operational environment.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Transport Planner - Exeter - Full Time - Permanent - £28,000 to £35,000 DOE Well Placed HR has been exclusively engaged by a successful logistics business in Devon to recruit a Transport Planner. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Transport Planner, Traffic Planner, Transport Coordinator or Transport Supervisor to join a busy operation and play a key role in the day to day running of the transport department. Working closely with the Transport Manager, you'll help keep vehicles, drivers and deliveries running efficiently. This is a business that genuinely values its people. It's a demanding operation and the working week reflects that, but you'll be joining a supportive management team who encourage development and believe in looking after their staff. The Role No two days are the same, but as Transport Planner you'll be at the heart of the operation, acting as the main point of contact for drivers and helping to keep everything running smoothly. Your responsibilities will include: - Speaking with drivers throughout the day, providing support and guidance - Planning container collections and deliveries - Allocating work and providing drivers with clear instructions - Tracking vehicles and locating loads - Adjusting transport plans as operational demands change - Liaising with customers and colleagues to coordinate deliveries - Resolving day to day operational issues - Supporting the Transport Manager with the smooth running of the department - Using transport management systems to oversee daily operations About You You'll ideally have: - Experience within transport, logistics, haulage or distribution - Strong planning, organisational and communication skills - Confidence working in a fast-paced environment - Good IT skills and experience using transport management software A practical, proactive approach and the ability to build positive relationships with drivers, customers and colleagues Experience within transport planning, traffic planning or transport coordination would be highly beneficial, but just as important is the right attitude, a willingness to learn and the desire to build a long-term career within logistics. If you're looking for a varied role where you'll be trusted with responsibility, supported by experienced managers and given the opportunity to develop your career, we'd be delighted to hear from you. For further details and to apply, please contact Dan Saunders quoting reference DS11156. This opportunity would suit candidates currently working as a Transport Planner, Traffic Planner, Transport Coordinator, Transport Supervisor, Logistics Coordinator or Fleet Coordinator. Applications are welcomed from individuals with experience in transport, logistics, haulage or distribution who are looking to develop their career within a fast-paced operational environment.
Summary £15.45 - £15.95 per hour 35 hour contract 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're reliable, organised and ready to go far. Just like you. As a Retail Shift Manager at Lidl, you'll help us maintain our high standards day after day. From motivating your team to taking responsibility for the shop floor, you'll keep our store running like clockwork, thriving in a fast-paced and challenging environment. You'll also reap the rewards of your hard work, enjoying the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader and find your footing for future success. In return, we'll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, plus an extra £2.00 per hour for work during bank holidays and £3.50 per hour for night shifts, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. We're proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there'll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we'll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. What you'll do Motivate and support your team, learning from our Leadership and Company Principles Swiftly solve problems and delegate tasks Create an environment where your colleagues can succeed alongside you Manage operations within your Store and colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager Handle freshness, cash processes, inventory and stock management to make sure shifts run smoothly Give our customers the very best experience every time they visit your store What you'll need Experience leading a team to achieve targets in a bustling, fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate your team Patience and a friendly manner with the ability to keep calm in any situation Passion to thrive as a key part of the Store Team A proactive and encouraging approach to help your colleagues develop themselves and store operations What you'll receive 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Pension scheme Long service awards Plus, more of the perks you deserve Thinking of using AI to help with your application? AI tools (e.g. Chat GTP, Gemini) can help you get started and prepared for your interview but remember that our team can easily spot AI-generated responses. The applications that stand out most are the ones that feel genuine and reflect your unique self. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment. If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Summary £15.45 - £15.95 per hour 35 hour contract 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're reliable, organised and ready to go far. Just like you. As a Retail Shift Manager at Lidl, you'll help us maintain our high standards day after day. From motivating your team to taking responsibility for the shop floor, you'll keep our store running like clockwork, thriving in a fast-paced and challenging environment. You'll also reap the rewards of your hard work, enjoying the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader and find your footing for future success. In return, we'll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, plus an extra £2.00 per hour for work during bank holidays and £3.50 per hour for night shifts, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. We're proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there'll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we'll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. What you'll do Motivate and support your team, learning from our Leadership and Company Principles Swiftly solve problems and delegate tasks Create an environment where your colleagues can succeed alongside you Manage operations within your Store and colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager Handle freshness, cash processes, inventory and stock management to make sure shifts run smoothly Give our customers the very best experience every time they visit your store What you'll need Experience leading a team to achieve targets in a bustling, fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate your team Patience and a friendly manner with the ability to keep calm in any situation Passion to thrive as a key part of the Store Team A proactive and encouraging approach to help your colleagues develop themselves and store operations What you'll receive 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Pension scheme Long service awards Plus, more of the perks you deserve Thinking of using AI to help with your application? AI tools (e.g. Chat GTP, Gemini) can help you get started and prepared for your interview but remember that our team can easily spot AI-generated responses. The applications that stand out most are the ones that feel genuine and reflect your unique self. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment. If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
