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High Growth Organisation IT Tech Sector - AI Otto James Consulting has been retained in a search and selection process by a Manchester City Center based technology organisation. We search for a talented and ambitions qualified accountant, to step up to a newly created Group Financial Controllers position. The role of Group Financial Controller has come through a restructure and upskilling of talent within the organisations finance function. The need restructure has been implemented following a successful capital raise in 2024. With the next tranche of investment scheduled H2 2026, we look to onboard the right talent as soon as possible, to ensure growth and acquisition opportunities are realised. Reporting to and supporting the Group Finance Director and working closely with the CFO, the role requires a keen ability to work at both Group and detail level. As a newly created role, it provides the new hire with the real chance to make their mark, push their boundaries and play a key role in the value creation journey in a company that is truly innovative within their industry. The Role: With the growth in the organisation, the current framework and infrastructure, albeit effective at the moment, will need modernisation moving forward. This modernisation will be through hiring in new talent, while also looking at technological investments in your team Drive efficiencies and methodology changes across your team. Driving best practice and industry excellence. Prepare weekly / monthly and annual reports for senior leadership team Drive effective group consolidated reporting (monthly management accounts, bank reporting and KPIs) Seek out methods and practices to increase flexibility and speed in AP, AR, payroll, cash flow management and other financial processes whilst maintaining appropriate controls Weekly and monthly cash forecasting and treasury management Statutory reporting, treasury and tax management, ensuring compliant and timely filings Improve and streamline existing financial controls and processes, using technology to automate, ensuring IT systems are relevant and fit for purpose/scale. Responsibility for AP and AR Cost control across the organisation - site CapEx reduction, working with regional operations managers on P&L optimisation and marketing colleagues on paid media spend optimisation. Clearly communicate finance policies and procedures across the organisation, and why they exist Some travel to sites to support growth and business development Ad hoc duties as required and as the business develops further Requirement: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), ideally with experience in a high growth company Strong technical knowledge of statutory accounting (IFRS) and compliance, with experience of taxation (UK and ideally US tax compliance). Experience of managing teams, as working with non-finance and operational managers Experience of group consolidations, including overseas trading entities with foreign currency exposure Although not essential, experience in a PE/VC backed environment helpful Experience in a Multi-site organisation Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, organized and attentive to detail Extremely organised and deadline driven, embrace control and detail focussed Enthusiastic with a proactive personality and 'can do' approach Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines Salary & Benefits Salary at c£86,000 to £95,000 basic plus bonus 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays Pension (up to 9% matched) Personal and company performance bonus Training & development budget 5 Day annual release for Charity in the Community Monthly wellness budget

Project Manager Plymouth Permanent Position Competitive salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary We have an opportunity for a mechanical Project Manager to join our team based in Plymouth. In this role you will control the overall operational delivery of a project (or part thereof), taking account of the safety, technical, commercial and managerial requirements through the whole lifecycle of the project through bid and pre-commencement to successful completion. You will ensure that profitability is maintained or improved through effective leadership and management of the support functions, and high quality customer relationships This is a permanent staff position with NG Bailey, and due to the nature of work being undertaken the successful candidate will need to go through the security clearance process. Because of this we are only able to accept applications from British nationals, who ideally have not worked outside the UK in the last 5 years. What we're looking for : Ensure that our safety first and foremost message is visible and alive through all activities on the project Participate in bid activities to ensure a professional, profitable, successful bid which meets customer expectations Manage pre-commencement activities in conjunction with the Pre-construction Manager Maximise opportunities, efficiency and profitability in the delivery phase of the project Ensure precise provision of customer requirements by effectively reviewing the scope of works and installation methods. Identify and manage risks Lead the team, including specialist sub-contractors, through all stages of the project through to successful completion Lead contract reviews, including preparation and submission of reports and any project related data. Prepare and update business plans with the Commercial Director Develop and maintain positive long-term customer relationships Requirements: To be successful in this role you will have demonstrable mechanical building services experience in a construction environment, with previous experience in a similar role. Industry recognised trade or professional qualification / Apprenticeship in mechanical discipline Obtaining security clearance Specific experience of working on high value projects Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme option (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.

Probate Lawyer Senior Associate Personal Estate Manager Salary: £40,000 - £62,500 per annum Start Date: Flexible We are open to remote, hybrid and flexible working applications. Our office is in Bristol. About Us At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What you'll be doing: Manage and progress a case load of mostly taxable estate administration cases. Take ownership of all technical tasks required to progress a case. Manage all client communication and correspondence. Draft interim and final estate accounts. Support the coaching, development and mentoring of junior colleagues. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless client experience. Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in how we work. What we're looking for Qualifications are desirable but not essential. We are looking for individuals with some of the following experience: 5 years' experience of end-to-end estate administration and probate. STEP / TEP Qualification (or working towards). Qualified Solicitor (desirable). CILEX Qualified (desirable). The type of person you'll be: A Strong communicator - clear, empathetic, and confident. A proactive, solutions-focused individual. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team whether in the office or working remotely. Vast experience in probate, legal services, or estate administration. A passion for making a difference in people's lives at a time when they really need you. What we can offer you We believe in rewarding great work. For this role we offer the following benefits: Up to £62,500 per annum Quarterly Bonus / Scheme 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 30 Health Cash Plan - Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments Employee discounts across a range of products and services Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy Company pension scheme - matching up to 5% Income protection insurance Life assurance policy Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation) Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Why join us: A supportive, people-first culture. Opportunities for growth and development. A chance to make a real impact during life's most challenging times. Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your needs. Where you'll be working: Our office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol, BS1 3LG From home Hybrid Hiring process - what to expect We like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here's what you can expect: Application review - We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted. Initial chat - A short call to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but we aim for it to be more conversational (30mins). Interview - This is your competency-based interview with our Operations Director and Legal Services Director (up to 60mins). Task - A chance to show us how your technical competence. Feedback - We will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week. Support - We want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout our hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that's for an interview or any part of the process, please let us know. We're happy to have a conversation about how we can best support you. Ready to apply If Kings Court Trust sounds like the kind of place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future of estate administration. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Kings Court Trust, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience - nothing else. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything we do. By applying for this role, you're sharing your information with Kings Court Trust. We take your privacy seriously. To understand how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Policy, available on our website.

Probate Lawyer Senior Associate Personal Estate Manager Salary: £40,000 - £62,500 per annum Start Date: Flexible We are open to remote, hybrid and flexible working applications. Our office is in Bristol. About Us At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What you'll be doing: Manage and progress a case load of mostly taxable estate administration cases. Take ownership of all technical tasks required to progress a case. Manage all client communication and correspondence. Draft interim and final estate accounts. Support the coaching, development and mentoring of junior colleagues. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless client experience. Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in how we work. What we're looking for Qualifications are desirable but not essential. We are looking for individuals with some of the following experience: 5 years' experience of end-to-end estate administration and probate. STEP / TEP Qualification (or working towards). Qualified Solicitor (desirable). CILEX Qualified (desirable). The type of person you'll be: A Strong communicator - clear, empathetic, and confident. A proactive, solutions-focused individual. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team whether in the office or working remotely. Vast experience in probate, legal services, or estate administration. A passion for making a difference in people's lives at a time when they really need you. What we can offer you We believe in rewarding great work. For this role we offer the following benefits: Up to £62,500 per annum Quarterly Bonus / Scheme 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 30 Health Cash Plan - Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments Employee discounts across a range of products and services Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy Company pension scheme - matching up to 5% Income protection insurance Life assurance policy Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation) Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Why join us: A supportive, people-first culture. Opportunities for growth and development. A chance to make a real impact during life's most challenging times. Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your needs. Where you'll be working: Our office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol, BS1 3LG From home Hybrid Hiring process - what to expect We like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here's what you can expect: Application review - We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted. Initial chat - A short call to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but we aim for it to be more conversational (30mins). Interview - This is your competency-based interview with our Operations Director and Legal Services Director (up to 60mins). Task - A chance to show us how your technical competence. Feedback - We will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week. Support - We want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout our hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that's for an interview or any part of the process, please let us know. We're happy to have a conversation about how we can best support you. Ready to apply If Kings Court Trust sounds like the kind of place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future of estate administration. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Kings Court Trust, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience - nothing else. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything we do. By applying for this role, you're sharing your information with Kings Court Trust. We take your privacy seriously. To understand how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Policy, available on our website.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially- spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the i ndustry. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview As a Director, you will be managing a portfolio and be responsible for the timely completion and quality delivery of engagements. You will support the Partners with project work, build excellent relationships, initiate, and deliver marketing and business development projects and work with the senior members of the London Valuation Team in developing the business. You'll be someone with: Significant valuation experience at a sufficiently senior level gained in another professional services firm. Proficiency in a number of valuation techniques including: discounted cash flow, multiples analysis, options and other derivatives pricing, intangible asset and tax valuation approaches. Proven people leadership skills and commitment to developing teams. Strong Quality & Risk and Commercial Management skills. Adept ability to interpret financial statements in the context of valuations. Strong commercial acumen and ability to understand the internal and external drivers of value for a given asset. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive , people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side . Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together whe re and whe n it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work . We know that c ollaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work , so w e 've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices . BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and w e'll encourage you to build your network , work alongside others , and share your skills and experiences . With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources , you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6, 500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Probate Lawyer Senior Associate Personal Estate Manager Salary: £40,000 £62,500 per annum Start Date: Flexible We are open to remote, hybrid and flexible working applications. Our office is in Bristol. About Us At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What you ll be doing: Manage and progress a case load of mostly taxable estate administration cases. Take ownership of all technical tasks required to progress a case. Manage all client communication and correspondence. Draft interim and final estate accounts. Support the coaching, development and mentoring of junior colleagues. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless client experience. Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in how we work. What we re looking for Qualifications are desirable but not essential. We are looking for individuals with some of the following experience: 5 years experience of end-to-end estate administration and probate. STEP / TEP Qualification (or working towards). Qualified Solicitor (desirable). CILEX Qualified (desirable). The type of person you ll be: A Strong communicator clear, empathetic, and confident. A proactive, solutions-focused individual. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team whether in the office or working remotely. Vast experience in probate, legal services, or estate administration. A passion for making a difference in people s lives at a time when they really need you. What we can offer you We believe in rewarding great work. For this role we offer the following benefits: Up to £62,500 per annum Quarterly Bonus / Scheme 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 30 Health Cash Plan Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments Employee discounts across a range of products and services Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy Company pension scheme matching up to 5% Income protection insurance Life assurance policy Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation) Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Why join us: A supportive, people-first culture. Opportunities for growth and development. A chance to make a real impact during life s most challenging times. Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your needs. Where you ll be working: Our office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol, BS1 3LG From home Hybrid Hiring process what to expect We like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here s what you can expect: Application review We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted. Initial chat A short call to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but we aim for it to be more conversational (30mins). Interview This is your competency-based interview with our Operations Director and Legal Services Director (up to 60mins). Task A chance to show us how your technical competence. Feedback We will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week. Support We want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout our hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that s for an interview or any part of the process, please let us know. We re happy to have a conversation about how we can best support you. Ready to apply If Kings Court Trust sounds like the kind of place where you d thrive, we d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future of estate administration. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Kings Court Trust, we re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience nothing else. We re proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything we do. By applying for this role, you re sharing your information with Kings Court Trust. We take your privacy seriously. To understand how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Policy, available on our website.

Probate Lawyer Senior Associate Personal Estate Manager Salary: £40,000 £62,500 per annum Start Date: Flexible Our client is open to remote, hybrid and flexible working applications. Their office is in Bristol. About Our Client Our client occupies a unique, privileged position. They are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Client s Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What you ll be doing: Manage and progress a case load of mostly taxable estate administration cases. Take ownership of all technical tasks required to progress a case. Manage all client communication and correspondence. Draft interim and final estate accounts. Support the coaching, development and mentoring of junior colleagues. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless client experience. Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in how they work. What they re looking for Qualifications are desirable but not essential. They are looking for individuals with some of the following experience: 5 years experience of end-to-end estate administration and probate. STEP / TEP Qualification (or working towards). Qualified Solicitor (desirable). CILEX Qualified (desirable). The type of person you ll be: A Strong communicator clear, empathetic, and confident. A proactive, solutions-focused individual. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team whether in the office or working remotely. Vast experience in probate, legal services, or estate administration. A passion for making a difference in people s lives at a time when they really need you. What they can offer you They believe in rewarding great work. For this role they offer the following benefits: Up to £62,500 per annum Quarterly Bonus / Scheme 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 30 Health Cash Plan Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments Employee discounts across a range of products and services Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy Company pension scheme matching up to 5% Income protection insurance Life assurance policy Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation) Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Why join our client: A supportive, people-first culture. Opportunities for growth and development. A chance to make a real impact during life s most challenging times. Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your needs. Where you ll be working: Our client s office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol, BS1 3LG From home Hybrid Hiring process what to expect They like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here s what you can expect: Application review They review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted. Initial chat A short call to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but they aim for it to be more conversational (30mins). Interview This is your competency-based interview with their Operations Director and Legal Services Director (up to 60mins). Task A chance to show them how your technical competence. Feedback They will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week. Support They want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout their hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that s for an interview or any part of the process, please let them know. They are happy to have a conversation about how they can best support you. Ready to apply? If our client sounds like the kind of place where you d thrive, they would love to hear from you. Apply now and help them shape the future of estate administration. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Our client is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. They believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience nothing else. They are proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated, and diverse perspectives are valued across everything they do. By applying for this role, you re sharing your information with our client. They take your privacy seriously.

Probate Lawyer Senior Associate Personal Estate Manager Salary: £40,000 £62,500 per annum Start Date: Flexible Our client is open to remote, hybrid and flexible working applications. Their office is in Bristol. About Our Client Our client occupies a unique, privileged position. They are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Client s Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What you ll be doing: Manage and progress a case load of mostly taxable estate administration cases. Take ownership of all technical tasks required to progress a case. Manage all client communication and correspondence. Draft interim and final estate accounts. Support the coaching, development and mentoring of junior colleagues. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless client experience. Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in how they work. What they re looking for Qualifications are desirable but not essential. They are looking for individuals with some of the following experience: 5 years experience of end-to-end estate administration and probate. STEP / TEP Qualification (or working towards). Qualified Solicitor (desirable). CILEX Qualified (desirable). The type of person you ll be: A Strong communicator clear, empathetic, and confident. A proactive, solutions-focused individual. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team whether in the office or working remotely. Vast experience in probate, legal services, or estate administration. A passion for making a difference in people s lives at a time when they really need you. What they can offer you They believe in rewarding great work. For this role they offer the following benefits: Up to £62,500 per annum Quarterly Bonus / Scheme 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 30 Health Cash Plan Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments Employee discounts across a range of products and services Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy Company pension scheme matching up to 5% Income protection insurance Life assurance policy Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation) Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Why join our client: A supportive, people-first culture. Opportunities for growth and development. A chance to make a real impact during life s most challenging times. Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your needs. Where you ll be working: Our client s office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol, BS1 3LG From home Hybrid Hiring process what to expect They like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here s what you can expect: Application review They review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted. Initial chat A short call to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but they aim for it to be more conversational (30mins). Interview This is your competency-based interview with their Operations Director and Legal Services Director (up to 60mins). Task A chance to show them how your technical competence. Feedback They will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week. Support They want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout their hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that s for an interview or any part of the process, please let them know. They are happy to have a conversation about how they can best support you. Ready to apply? If our client sounds like the kind of place where you d thrive, they would love to hear from you. Apply now and help them shape the future of estate administration. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Our client is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. They believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience nothing else. They are proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated, and diverse perspectives are valued across everything they do. By applying for this role, you re sharing your information with our client. They take your privacy seriously.

Deputy Director Communications and External Affairs Closing date: 16/04/2026, 23:55 Location: Manchester Business Unit(s): Communications Position Type: Full-Time Salary: £81,000 £130,000 The Independent Football Regulator (IFR) has been established to protect and promote the sustainability of English football, for the benefit of fans and the local communities football clubs serve. The IFR will help improve financial sustainability of clubs, ensure resilience across the leagues, and safeguard the heritage of English football. It will operate a licensing regime, set corporate governance standards and monitor, protect, and promote financial resilience. It will also enforce compliance with requirements on financial regulation, club ownership and directors, fan engagement, and heritage protection. The IFR will also have powers to prohibit clubs from joining competitions that are not fair or meritocratic, or that threaten the heritage or sustainability of English football. About the Role This role is core to the IFR s regulatory strategy. In collaboration with the Director of Strategic Communications, you will be responsible for all communications activity, including media management, across the IFR. It will give you exposure to the central workings of the football industry, significant influence over the IFR s regulatory strategy, and shared responsibility for designing and delivering comprehensive communications and media strategies that support the IFR in achieving its objectives. This role requires a deep understanding of football governance, financial regulation and effective communication to ensure the IFR successfully meets its statutory duties and clearly articulates its mission and actions to all stakeholders. You will also have the ability to combine deep strategic instinct with sharp industry / political awareness. You will need to read situations quickly and accurately while maintaining a coherent long-term strategy with a team that spans across Press, Stakeholder Engagement, Internal and Digital Communications. While the IFR is a Non-Departmental Public Body, there will be regular interaction with Ministers, Special Advisers, Senior Officials, and Cross-Government partners. You will have experience of operating at pace and under pressure, and you will bring the credibility and judgement to be a trusted Adviser at the most senior levels. You will also sit as a key member of the Executive Committee alongside the Director of Strategic Communications, sharing collective responsibility for the delivery of the communications strategy. Essential Requirements: Proven senior experience setting and delivering communications strategy in a complex, high-profile environment, balancing long-term direction with rapid response to clubs, leagues, fans, and media. Demonstrated track record of providing trusted, timely, and robust evidence-based counsel to Senior Officials combined with a strong ability to build and sustain relationships across complex stakeholder landscapes to align, amplify, and accelerate delivery. Demonstrated experience in protecting and enhancing organisational reputation during periods of challenge with the ability to identify and mitigate reputational risks before they escalate. Proven ability to operate as an effective, collaborative member of a senior leadership team, taking collective responsibility for shared outcomes and contributing to directorate-wide strategy beyond your own portfolio. Demonstrated experience leading high-performing teams that can adapt rapidly to emerging priorities while maintaining strategic coherence, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of continuous learning. Experience leading internal communications through significant organisational change, balancing transparency and strategic clarity. Desirable Skills: Ability to collaborate with teams across Policy, Economics, Supervision and Legal, understanding their perspectives and aims while balancing how this should be communicated to, and understood by, fans, clubs, legal stakeholders and others. If successful, you will join a Non-Departmental Public Body and will be employed as a Public Servant. If you are an existing Civil Servant or a DCMS employee, you will no longer have access to Civil Service benefits including the Civil Service pension. The terms and conditions of employment include: Pension 12% An employee contribution of 5%, with an employer contribution of 7%. Flexible Benefit 8% Employees can choose to invest 8% of their base salary into their pension or take as cash (post tax). Reward We will have a performance-based reward programme. 31.5 days annual leave. Flexible and hybrid working 40% in office attendance. Occupational sick pay. 9 months paid Maternity Leave and generous paternity and adoption leave. A bespoke L&D programme to help you achieve your personal CPD, including paid membership fees. Cycle-to-work scheme and much more! Interested Click apply and you will be redirected to our careers site to complete your application.

On an exclusive basis, greenwellgleeson are recruiting for a No.1 Financial Controller to work for a growing business based in Norwich - this person will progress to be Finance Director of the business. After an initial period, this role will be remote/ flexible with ad hoc travel into the office. Reporting into the CEO, duties of the role will include: Oversee day-to-day financial operations and produce accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis using Xero. Prepare and manage R&D tax credit claims, liaising with advisors to ensure compliance and maximize benefits. Handle international trade and inter-company transactions, including transfer pricing and reconciliations. Implement robust internal controls and support annual audits, being the contact for external advisors. Monitor cash flow, manage working capital, and assist with long-term financial planning. Lead and mentor the finance team, ensuring efficient processes across AP, AR, and payroll. Improving and streamlining processes and procedures Skills, Requirements, Qualifications ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with at least 5 years' experience in a similar role. Advanced skills in Xero and Excel. Strong knowledge of R&D tax claims, international trading, and compliance. Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Driven, ambitious individual Greenwell Gleeson Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.To find out more about how and why Greenwell Gleeson Ltd process your personal data in line with the data protection regime please go to the privacy notice on our website

Welsh Language Commitment This advert and the full job description are available in both English and Cymraeg. Candidates are welcome to submit applications and participate in interviews in either language. The Cymraeg job description can be found under attachments above. Building the Opera Company of the future. We are at a defining moment in our history. Welsh National Opera Cenedlaethol Cymru was born in the post-war spirit of democracy, fueled by a national passion for human connection through song. In its 80th anniversary year, we are committed to reimagining the company as a contemporary opera company, fit for the 21st century, rooted in Wales but international in its ambition. We want to reimagine what opera can be today, positioning WNOCC as a pioneering, brave and joyful force in the UK's live arts ecology. We want to champion increased diversity on our stages and in our audiences and prove that opera is the dynamic art form of our time. In this next chapter, we seek an exceptional Executive Producer to join our executive team, working alongside our fellow Directors to deliver world-class productions, deepen relationships and grow audiences that will power our future. With the right team alongside us, we believe this is possible. Sincerely, Eich Opera Cenedlaethol Cymru / Your Welsh National Opera. Essential Criteria: Proven track record of senior leadership within arts organisations, including setting direction, delivering multi-year outcomes and leading and inspiring diverse and complex teams. Significant experience of producing theatre and/or large-scale live performance. A track record in successfully designing and delivering against complex budgets, providing financial oversight and accountability. Demonstrable experience and advanced skills in leading negotiations and contracting. Strong networks across arts and creative industries, and a track record designing creative collaborations and partnerships. Exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder management skills Understanding and knowledge of Theatre Tax Credit and Orchestra Tax Credit. Experience of UK touring. A passion for youth and community engagement and knowledge of contemporary best practice and safeguarding. Existing knowledge of Welsh culture and/or strong commitment to learning. Job offer contingent on a successful DBS check, as they will be overseeing work with children and vulnerable adults. Desirable Criteria: Knowledge of Opera and Classical music. Experience using event planning and scheduling software, e.g., DIESE. Ability to communicate in Cymraeg, or an active commitment to learning the language as part of ongoing professional development, recognising its importance to Welsh culture and to WNOCC's engagement with its communities. Knowledge of leading sustainability initiatives in the arts sector, including the Theatre Green Book or comparable frameworks, and their strategic implementation. Proven commitment to embedding diversity, belonging, inclusion, and equality within organisational strategy, aligned with the company's mission to eliminate barriers for marginalised communities within the cultural sector. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We recognise that talented people sometimes hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. Research shows this is particularly true for women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, disabled and neurodivergent people, and those from working-class backgrounds. If this feels like your ideal role, even if your experience does not align perfectly with every criterion, we encourage you to apply anyway. Your perspective and experience could be exactly what we need to help build the opera company of the future. Reasonable Adjustments WNOCC is committed to an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, please email . We are committed to supporting you at every stage of the process. Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) WNOCC operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants who meet the essential criteria and who self-identify as a Person of the Global Majority, a disabled person, or as neurodivergent. Eligible candidates can request consideration under the scheme by emailing . Further details are available in the job description. International Applications Candidates based in the UK or internationally are welcome. WNOCC may support Skilled Worker visa applications for successful candidates, subject to Home Office requirements and financial capability. Applicants requiring sponsorship are encouraged to indicate this within their application. How to Apply For further information, please download the full job description. If you would like an informal conversation about the role, require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or find the online application form inaccessible, please contact: .

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working hard and working together, our Tax team thrives on keeping busy. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The role The Corporate and M&A team is delivering high quality digital asset corporate tax services to a variety of businesses within and outside the digital asset sector. The team has a focussed growth plan and your contribution will add to this. This role as Tax Director requires an experienced digital assets corporate tax operative who is comfortable leading a range of different corporate tax issues from tax advisory, tax compliance and due diligence. The role will require working closely with other members of the team including tax specialist colleagues in VAT, Employment Taxes, transfer pricing, etc. The role requires technical excellence as well as the ability to think commercially and to communicate tax technical issues to various stakeholders. We are looking for someone with Experience of leading a variety of corporate tax digital assets assignments, working closely with other specialists within the firm. A background of client take on and engagement procedures and managing risks around projects. Strong client management experience; responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the transaction service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients and internal stakeholders. An in depth, up to date, knowledge of taxation with specialist knowledge and the ability to deal with complex tax issues arising on digital assets. Project and staff management experience. Educated to degree level and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. We'll broaden your horizons Working hard and working together, our tax team thrives on keeping busy. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. We'll helping you succeed The transaction tax team has over 40 individuals nationally, focussed on delivering high quality transaction tax services to private equity houses and acquisitive corporates across a range of sectors. The team has a focussed growth plan and your contribution will add to this. This role, based in the Thames Valley, requires an experienced transaction tax operative who is comfortable leading a range of tax due diligence work, both buy side and sell side, and tax structuring assignments. The role will require working closely with other members of the team including tax specialist colleagues in VAT, employment taxes and with colleagues in Transaction Services. The role requires technical excellence as well as the ability to think commercially and to communicate tax technical issues to various stakeholders. We are looking for someone with the ability and motivation to: Lead a variety of tax due diligence and tax structuring projects, working closely with other specialists within the firm and the transaction support team. Develop your own network of contacts internally and externally and start winning own work and cross selling. Be responsible for managing risks around projects. Provide a strong client experience, including responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the transaction service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients and internal stakeholders. Provide input into legal documents and forecast models. Be responsible for coaching and developing junior members of staff. Contribute to the development of certain key transaction relationships, e.g. key private equity accounts. Input into wider strategy and business development activities, including ensuring that we realise opportunities from deal work (such as post deal advisory, exit readiness, etc) Requirements An in depth, up to date, knowledge of taxation with specialist knowledge and the ability to deal with complex tax issues arising on transactions Demonstrable relevant transactions experience Project and people management experience Ability to develop client relationships and to identify and convert opportunities for expanding our services to existing clients Experience of dealing with client senior management and other stakeholders such as legal advisers CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together We're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Personal Tax Manager, Independent Accountancy Firm Liverpool £50,000 - £65,000 + Benefits + Hybrid Working Do you want to manage a high-quality private client portfolio with real advisory scope? Looking for a role where you're treated as a trusted adviser, not just a compliance manager? Enjoy building long-term client relationships in a growing Liverpool team? Benefits: £65,000 - £75,000 salary depending on experience Hybrid working and flexible hours Clear progression pathway into Senior Manager and beyond Your new firm: Our client is a highly regarded, fast-growing independent accountancy practice with an excellent reputation across the North West . Following continued expansion and increasing demand from entrepreneurial and private clients , they are now looking to strengthen their Personal Tax offering in Liverpool. Led by experienced Partners with a strong advisory focus , this is an opportunity to join a modern, ambitious team with genuine scope for career progression. Your new role: As a Personal Tax Manager , you'll be working closely with Partners and senior stakeholders, delivering personal tax compliance and advisory services to a varied and high-quality client base. Clients include HNWIs, business owners, directors, trusts and families , and the role offers the chance to get involved in planning projects alongside portfolio management . You will play a key role in supporting and developing junior team members, while acting as a trusted adviser to your clients. Key responsibilities include: Managing a portfolio of personal tax clients, ensuring compliance deadlines are met Reviewing self-assessment tax returns and complex personal tax matters Providing advisory support on areas such as IHT, CGT and succession planning Acting as a key point of contact for client queries and relationship management Supporting and mentoring junior staff within the private client team Assisting Partners with technical planning projects and business development To be successful in this role, you'll need: Strong experience in personal tax compliance within practice Exposure to advisory work and a consultative, client-first mindset ATT and/or CTA qualification (or qualified by experience) Confidence managing relationships with HNW and entrepreneurial clients Benefits: £65,000 - £75,000 salary depending on experience Hybrid working and flexibility Excellent progression and development opportunities Want to find out more? Drop an email to or call on As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Finance Manager - Newly Created Leadership Role This newly created Finance Manager position offers the chance to take full ownership of the company's financial operations and shape long-term financial strategy. It's a hands-on, office based role for a qualified finance professional with strong manufacturing or construction experience, confident in balancing day-to-day control with strategic insight. As Finance Manager, you'll be central to driving sustainable growth, strengthening financial processes, and acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership. Key Responsibilities of the Finance Manager: Project & Construction Finance: Working closely with project managers, estimators, and commercial teams to oversee: Project profitability tracking and cost-to-cost forecasting Project valuations and applications for payment Tendering and bidding with accurate cost analysis Fully responsible for: Retentions management and recovery Contractual payment mechanisms (including MCD and similar frameworks ) Strategic Finance Evaluate investments, capital expenditure, and asset management Advise on borrowing, financing options, and lender relationships Support growth initiatives with robust financial modelling Financial Operations Lead bookkeeping, ledgers, and monthly/annual reporting Manage cashflow forecasting, working capital, and liquidity Develop and control budgets across departments and projects Oversee procurement and purchasing to reduce material and overhead costs Produce management accounts, cost reports, and financial KPIs What You Bring as Finance Manager Experience & Capability Proven experience as a Finance Manager or senior finance lead Strong background in manufacturing or contracting finance Deep knowledge of bookkeeping, cashflow, and budget management Solid understanding of construction finance: valuations, bidding, retentions, payment cycles Experience advising on investments, borrowing, and financial strategy High levels of accuracy, integrity, and commercial awareness Desirable Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Experience in specialist construction or craft-led sectors Strong financial modelling and forecasting skills Understanding of M&A activity Experience implementing share ownership schemes Ways of Working Skilled at improving efficiency through strong processes, controls, and governance Confident ensuring compliance with accounting standards, tax, and regulatory requirements Experience integrating financial systems with operational platforms (e.g., Simpro, Procore) Comfortable liaising with external accountants, auditors, banks, and advisors Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with a practical, hands-on approach Clear, confident communicator able to advise at director level Organised, proactive, and commercially minded Values-driven, committed to quality and long-term legacy Due to the nature of the role, it is office based, therefore you will need to live within a daily commutable distance, using your own transport. Only those who fulfill the specified criteria will be considered. If you have not received a response within 5 working days, then you have not been successful on this occasion. Gibson Search acting as an Employment Agency.

As Associate Director your role will be to develop long-term relationships with a varied portfolio of clients, ensuring their accounting and business advisory needs are met to the highest standards. You will engage with a wide range of clients. Working within a rapidly growing environment, you will be expected to manage client portfolios effectively while contributing to the growth of the business Key Responsibilities: Managing client relationships, which will include regular touch points with your clients, both online and in-person Explore development opportunities with existing relationships to increase portfolio sizes Managing finances of portfolio, including driving monthly billing targets, monitoring and improving recoveries, debt recovery and forecasting Reviewing VAT returns, personal tax returns and partnership returns, limited company and sole trader accounts Assisting in the management of the office and developing junior members of staff and proactively look to develop a culture on continuous improvement and best practice Identifying training and development needs and ensuring these are facilitated Requirements: A qualified accountant who is proactive, with a passion for client engagement.

What to know Execute innovative marketing strategy through a diverse channel mix, for leading NGOs, charities and brands. As an Associate Director in the Paid Media Team, you'll oversee the execution of digital advertising campaigns across clients ranging from leading UK and global charities and UN bodies, to global brands and their CSR programmes. You will know how to drive strong performance metrics for clients, whilst thinking holistically about the brand and how these metrics contribute to wider conversation about marketing budgets and long-term growth objectives. You will be a senior member of our media practice in London, supporting the Media Director in shaping processes and innovating our client channel mix to drive results. This may be the right role for you if you're someone who is equally strategic, creative, and analytical. Switching seamlessly from a client presentation to writing an insightful analysis of campaign performance, and rolling up your sleeves to launch advertising campaigns in new platforms are no big deal for you. You're used to spending most of your day speaking in acronyms - terms like CPA, DSP, VTR, and ROAS are a natural part of your vocabulary - and you know how to explain them to clients and colleagues. You will use your depth of experience to inform your work but also use your curiosity to keep ahead of the changing sector in order to ensure we're innovating for our clients wherever possible. The company Blue State is a purpose-driven agency. We partner with leading causes, brands, and campaigns and create real change. From UNHCR, AARP, and Doctors Without Borders to Amnesty International and Oxfam, we transform how brands and causes raise money, influence policy, build platforms, and grow communities of supporters. Led by the most creative and analytical minds from the political, nonprofit, and brand worlds, Blue State is an independent agency in the US and London. A day in the life: Translate clients' strategic visions into media objectives and KPIs to accomplish a wide range of client objectives including direct response (lead gen and fundraising), awareness, persuasion, and advocacy. Analyse ongoing and historical performance data to identify opportunities for improvement, make strategic recommendations, and generate reporting and insights to drive optimisation. Have a strong POV on measurement, attribution, and conversion tracking, and apply that knowledge to strategic recommendations and ongoing campaign management. Participate in (and frequently lead) client-facing interactions - you'll be the subject-matter expert for the platforms you manage. Plan, build, manage, and optimise media campaigns across multiple platforms, and oversee others in the team across multiple accounts to ensure media buying is efficient, effective and compliant. Work collaboratively with other internal or external teams, including media planners, strategists, account directors, designers, and analysts, to produce campaigns, creative ideas, audience and target recommendations, and experimental designs. Be an internal and external thought leader and help keep us up to date with the latest digital media trends by maintaining relationships with media partners, and engaging in media R&D projects, writing blog posts, and participating on panels. The team As part of the Media team, you'll work closely with a cross-disciplinary group of Blue State employees on various projects. London is a small and close-knit team, where everyone has an opportunity to shape new approaches, grow and learn from their colleagues, and take advantage of a personal development fund to stretch their skills even further. You'll have the opportunity to work with some of the most inspiring charities, ambitious brands and passionate advocacy and social change campaigns. What we offer: Unlimited time off (inclusive of sick, personal and vacation days) $1,250 annual in professional development funds (local equivalent) Fully subsidised health and dental insurance for employees (subject to tax) Generous pension match via salary sacrifice Generous paid holiday schedule Parental leave policy for up to 32.5 week of coverage at full pay, inclusive of all genders and supporting a range of family structures Group Income Protection (GIP) Group Life Assurance (GLA) Optional holiday travel insurance Pre-tax season ticket loans Cycle to work (up to £2000) Remote work flexibility We approach in-office working with a hybrid model, with presence in our office required at two days per week. Some things we're looking for: 6-8 years experience in a hands-on paid media planning and buying role using a mix of digital channels (Social, Search, Display, Video, Audio, etc) Demonstrated experience translating client business goals into cohesive media strategies and specific KPIs, and a record executing campaigns that delivered on those goals. Experience working with non-profits, with fundraising and/or income objectives within paid media campaigns. Ability to effectively manage multiple clients and projects on time, within budget, and meet performance goals. High proficiency with digital advertising platforms - you've demonstrated a level of mastery of paid social, paid search, and/or programmatic trading - as well as Google Analytics and other measurement platforms Exceptional attention to detail, especially with regards to campaign setup and trafficking, QA, and reporting. Ability to adapt to new situations, solve problems on the fly, and communicate with those around you. A shared passion and curiosity for delivering change. This includes comfort with ambiguity, a restlessness that resists the status quo, and a commitment to quality that ensures we're always making progress. At Blue State, diversity is a necessity, not a nice-to-have. We encourage those from underrepresented communities - women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, those with disabilities and people at all the intersections in between - to apply. Even if you don't think your current skill set checks every box, but this role seems to align with your strengths, we want to hear from you. Blue State is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible application and interview process. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, including the use of AI tools throughout the hiring process, please contact us by an email with the subject line: Accommodation Request to get started. Your privacy is important to us. 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Head of Finance Closing date: 19/04/2026, 23:55 Location: Manchester Business Unit(s): Finance Position Type: Full-Time Salary: £67,987 £80,556 Our client has been established to protect and promote the sustainability of English football, for the benefit of fans and the local communities football clubs serve. They will help improve financial sustainability of clubs, ensure resilience across the leagues, and safeguard the heritage of English football. It will operate a licensing regime, set corporate governance standards and monitor, protect, and promote financial resilience. It will also enforce compliance with requirements on financial regulation, club ownership and directors, fan engagement, and heritage protection. They will also have powers to prohibit clubs from joining competitions that are not fair or meritocratic, or that threaten the heritage or sustainability of English football. About the Role Responsibilities Include: Leading the organisation s financial activities ensuring robust financial governance, regularity, propriety and value for money throughout the organisation. Ensuring alignment of financial strategies, policies and governance with the regulator s strategic priorities. Leading and managing all aspects of financial operations including financial strategy; planning, budgeting and forecasting; reporting and analysis; compliance and risk management; financial control; audit and assurance; charging strategy; treasury and cash management. Embedding effective financial management and control. Leading the development and implementation of the financial strategy supported by effective forecasting, reporting, analysis and compliance. Lead, motivate and develop the organisation s financial function and promote wider financial awareness, fostering personal accountability, operational excellence and continuous improvement throughout the organisation. Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulatory requirements and government financial standards, including Managing Public Money. Providing strategic insight and authoritative advice to the CEO, COO, ExCo, ARAC and Board on financial performance and effectiveness. Embed strong risk management, control and assurance. Effective stakeholder management. Leading by example and driving a culture of financial rigour, accountability and excellence across a small but high profile organisation. Essential Requirements: Leadership and management experience with a strong track record of building and leading high performing finance teams, fostering a culture of personal accountability, driving operational efficiency and delivering exceptional outcomes in a high-profile operating environment. Excellent financial skills with experience of developing and implementing effective financial strategies, policies, governance and control throughout an organisation. Finance strategy and planning experience budgeting, forecasting, reporting and aligning with strategic priorities. Financial operations expertise overseeing day-to-day functions including cash management, treasury, payroll and invoicing. Experience implementing and optimising new financial processes and systems. Reporting and analysis expertise overseeing the production of statutory and management accounts, reporting to ExCo and Board, developing, monitoring and reporting performance metrics and effectiveness indicators. Sound knowledge of compliance, assurance and risk management. Detailed knowledge and experience of public sector finance financial governance frameworks, Managing Public Money and procurement environments. Excellent communication skills, including briefing senior leadership and boards. Eligibility for appropriate government security clearance. Finance professional with a recognised relevant qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent). Desirable Skills: Experience working with or within regulators, sports bodies or public sector organisations. Financial modelling, data analytics and proficiency in ERP software. Understanding Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) requirements and their financial impact. Emotional intelligence managing high pressure situations and understanding the financial impact of financial decisions on employees and stakeholders. If successful, you will join a Non-Departmental Public Body and will be employed as a Public Servant. If you are an existing Civil Servant or an employee, you will no longer have access to Civil Service benefits including the Civil Service pension. The terms and conditions of employment include: Pension 12% An employee contribution of 5%, with an employer contribution of 7%. Flexible Benefit 8% Employees can choose to invest 8% of their base salary into their pension or take as cash (post tax). Reward Our client will have a performance-based reward programme. 31.5 days annual leave. Flexible and hybrid working 40% in office attendance. Occupational sick pay. 9 months paid Maternity Leave and generous paternity and adoption leave. A bespoke L&D programme to help you achieve your personal CPD, including paid membership fees. Cycle-to-work scheme and much more! Interested? Click apply and complete your application.

Policy Advisor (Legal, Employment and Taxation) Location: London / Hybrid Contract: Permanent, 5 days per week. Salary: £33,000-£37,000 depending on experience (plus generous pension and benefits package) Closing date: 19 April 2026 About us The UK Chamber of Shipping is the trade association and voice for the UK shipping industry, with over 200 members from across the maritime sector. We work with Government, Parliament, regulator, international organisations and stakeholders to champion and protect the UK shipping industry on behalf of our members and ensure it remains a global leader. Established in 1878, the UK Chamber of Shipping is at the forefront of maritime policy development within a globally dynamic industry, working to create a safer, more efficient and greener landscape. The UK Chamber of Shipping's mission is to deliver for our members trusted specialist expertise, advocacy, lobbying and influence on maritime issues across national and international government and non-governmental bodies. Job purpose To help develop, present and advise upon UK Chamber policy in relation to maritime employment, legal and taxation issues. Reporting to Policy Director (Employment and Legal) Job description Contributing to the UK Chamber's policy work by monitoring developments, informing members, co-ordinating their views and helping to formulate UK Chamber policies Preparing agenda and notes and taking minutes at committee meetings Carrying out research Assisting members with individual and collective queries The role will principally cover the following subject areas: employment legislation and policy, terms and conditions of employment, immigration procedures and taxation and National Insurance affecting seafarers, taxation regimes applicable to shipping and maritime law, marine insurance and documentary matters. Personal qualities Excellent written and oral communication skills, in order both to explain regulatory developments to members and to represent their interests convincingly to Government and elsewhere Ability to assimilate information quickly Keen analytical skills in order to identify issues that impact upon members' businesses Ability to switch between tasks Self-reliance and ability to work both alone and in a team Attention to detail and a good memory in order to ensure consistency of policy on long-running subjects Efficient, professional and approachable manner, to inspire confidence and credibility among members, Government and other bodies Good organisational skills, ability to present documents in a timely manner and work to deadlines Location The post will be based in London. Remote working will be available, although some days' working in the office will be required. Additionally the role will involve some traveling. It is a requirement that the successful applicant is legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom and proof of this will be required. Education Undergraduate degree or equivalent in Law or a related subject and/or seagoing officer's Certificate of Competency Benefits 26 days annual leave (opportunity to purchase more after successful completion of probation). Employer pension contributions. Hybrid working. Private healthcare. HOW TO APPLY: Further information can be found in the Candidate Briefing Pack and via the UK Chamber of Shipping website: To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV and covering letter by email via the button below. The closing date for applications will be 19 April 2026. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 20 April 2026.

Tax Specialists Taylor Rose Recruitment have been instructed on a Private Client Tax Manager opportunity on behalf of our client, a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Bournemouth. An excellent opportunity for a CTA Qualified individual looking for the next step up in their career towards becoming Tax Director. Working with an impressive client portfolio (HNWIs, Directors, Partnerships, Trusts & Estates) involving a mixture of advisory, tax planning, compliance, and ad hoc project work. Outstanding remuneration & benefits package, manager & company bonus, private healthcare, personal progression plan, lots of flexibility including the option of WFH 3 days a week. The Role: Managing a diverse private client tax portfolio Identifying tax planning opportunities Review of tax compliance Provision of advice in areas such as Capital Gains, Trusts & Estates, Property tax & Inheritance tax Managing/ supporting the successful delivery of ad hoc tax projects Mentoring junior staff Leading client meetings Building and maintaining strong client relationships. Benefits Include: Progression plan Company & Manager bonus Hybrid arrangement (option of WFH 3 days a week) 35 Hour Working week Flexible Working (core hours 10am - 4pm) Private medical care Generous Pension Cycle to work scheme Social events Part time considered You: CTA Qualified ATT/ CTA PQ also considered Ideally experience of working with HNWIs, Trusts and Estates Significant UK private client/ personal tax expertise Excellent communication skills UK Resident If this vacancy doesn't tick the boxes, do get in touch to discuss alternatives, we are working on roles at all levels. Our client base consists of Top 20, Mid Tier, Regional and Independent firms across the UK.