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Our client is a global life sciences organisation with a strong European footprint, seeking a German-speaking Senior Direct Tax Manager to lead direct tax compliance and reporting across Germany and additional European markets.This role will oversee US tax reporting, local statutory compliance, and tax risk management, while supporting wider regional and global tax initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Lead direct tax compliance and US tax reporting for Germany and selected European markets. Manage tax risk, audits, and governance, acting as the German Tax Compliance Management System Officer. Prepare and review US GAAP tax provisions, projections, and tax-related cash flow forecasts. Support transfer pricing documentation and provide tax advice to local business and finance teams. Manage internal and external resources, including developing team members and overseeing adviser budgets. About You: You are an experienced German-speaking direct tax manager professional with strong leadership capability and a strong understanding of European tax compliance. Skills & Experience: Business-level fluency in German and English. Degree and recognised tax qualification (or equivalent). Extensive experience in multinational corporate tax, including compliance and reporting. Understanding of US GAAP, tax provisions, and internal control frameworks Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and operate effectively in complex, cross-border environments To apply, please send your CV in English and in Word format to Alexia. languagematters is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Finance Director 6 Month FTC Up to £120,000 East Cheshire Onsite Manufacturing Your new company You'll be joining a well-established, privately owned manufacturing/engineering business headquartered in East Cheshire. The company operates globally, producing high-quality products for the oil and gas industry, with teams based across the UK, Dubai and Asia. Despite its international reach, the business structure and culture is entrepreneurial and family-run. With a turnover of approximately £100m and strong margins, the business is continuing to grow. Your new role As Interim Finance Director, you will provide hands-on leadership and strategic financial oversight for a six-month period. This is a full-time, on-site role at the East Cheshire headquarters. You'll manage a small but capable finance team, including a Finance Manager, Accounts Receivable/Payable, and an Assistant Accountant. Key responsibilities include: Cashflow forecasting and management Supporting ERP improvements Reviewing contract terms and managing intercompany charges Liaising with auditors Ensuring compliance with transfer pricing and dividend oversight Managing multi-currency operations Work closely with senior management across the businesses under the entity Provide financial insight and partnering with other departments to support operational decisions. What you'll need to succeed A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with proven experience as FD Background in manufacturing is essential You must be immediately available. Global finance exposure and multi-currency experience Strong cashflow management skills Ability to work in a hands-on, entrepreneurial environment High emotional intelligence to engage with a family-owned business and senior stakeholders Experience with ERP systems and process improvements What you'll get in return A six-month fixed-term contract Competitive salary in the range of £90,000-£120,000 Opportunity to make a significant impact in a global business during a critical period Exposure to strategic decision-making and operational leadership What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, please click "apply" and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're a qualified accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester. #

A rare opportunity to join a fast-growing technology-enabled specialty carrier in a senior role with real strategic influence. What makes this stand out is the pace and scope - a start-up culture within an A-rated carrier, where you will have the autonomy to shape how the underwriting function operates rather than simply executing within an established framework. Our client seeks an Underwriter with experience in either Casualty, Surety, or Personal Lines, and working knowledge of reinsurance principles, structures (treaty/facultative), and experience of developing reinsurance strategies. You will have a track record of building constructive, long-term relationships with multiple stakeholders and experience of implementing efficient underwriting processes. Key responsibilities will include: Leading development and execution of underwriting evaluation processes and due diligence to achieve industry-leading underwriting returns and return on equity Overseeing successful onboarding of approved programs, including contracting, systems, financing, communications, and policy issuance Provide technical underwriting expertise in evaluating complex risks, developing underwriting guidelines, and assessing appropriate pricing and coverage terms Driving continuous process improvement initiatives for DUAEs' underwriting workflows, forms usage, pricing, terms and conditions, and risk appetite refinement Collaborating with Chief Underwriting Officer and Chief Risk Officer to develop and implement effective reinsurance strategies for partner programs, ensuring adequate risk transfer and capital management Working closely with Underwriting Director and Programme Manager on Portfolio Management to actively manage the overall portfolio of partner programs, monitoring risk accumulations, exposure concentrations, and profitability metrics Monitoring KPIs related to underwriting cycle times and productivity using data and analytics Our client is committed to diversity in all of its forms and operates an inclusive recruitment process

Transfer Pricing Manager ACA ACCA CTA Progression Reading Berkshire Your new company My client is a leading, international organisation, priding itself on high levels of service delivery. There are new opportunities available within their specialist Transfer Pricing team, due to year-on-year growth. Hiring at both Manager and Senior Manager levels, this is a great opportunity for forward-thinking, strategic and commercial tax professionals to take their career to the next level. You will gain exposure to diverse tax strategies, international tax issues, business planning, expansion to new territories and markets, building new relationships as you go. Your new role You will: Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders across businessesShape and articulate solutions to complex technical problems by working with stakeholders and tax authorities.High level management of the successful delivery of technically complex and demanding consulting projects, ensuring technical excellence and practical / business-driven approach takenIdentify opportunities to involve other technical disciplines to expand the scope and value of services deliveredAble to identify and manage areas of risk consulting appropriatelyBuild commercial networks and relationships internally and externally and manage resulting opportunitiesHelp people to develop through effectively supervising, coaching and mentoring staffContribute to people initiatives, including retaining and training our peopleInvolvement in the management of the team both in terms of strategy and operations and also through managing junior staff development and assignments What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified tax professional, ACA, CTA, ACCA, CA or equivalent and have excellent technical knowledge on transfer pricing. You will have project management and people management skills. What you'll get in return You will receive a salary dependent on experience up to £76,000, plus bonus. A car allowance is also available, as well as private medical insurance and further benefits. More details on application. Flexible working options with 3 days in the office. 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 to , or call us now on If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #

Transfer Pricing Senior Manager Reading ACA CTA ACCA CA Hybrid Your new company My client is a leading, international organisation, priding itself on high levels of service delivery. There are new opportunities available within their specialist Transfer Pricing team, due to year-on-year growth. Hiring at both Manager and Senior Manager levels, this is a great opportunity for forward-thinking, strategic and commercial tax professionals to take their career to the next level. You will gain exposure to diverse tax strategies, international tax issues, business planning, expansion to new territories and markets, building new relationships as you go. Your new role Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders across businessesShape and articulate solutions to complex technical problems by working with stakeholders and tax authorities.High level management of the successful delivery of technically complex and demanding consulting projects, ensuring technical excellence and practical / business-driven approach takenIdentify opportunities to involve other technical disciplines to expand the scope and value of services deliveredAble to identify and manage areas of risk consulting appropriatelyBuild commercial networks and relationships internally and externally and manage resulting opportunitiesHelp people to develop through effectively supervising, coaching and mentoring staffContribute to people initiatives, including retaining and training our peopleInvolvement in the management of the team both in terms of strategy and operations and also through managing junior staff development and assignments What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified tax professional, ACA, CTA, ACCA, CA or equivalent and have excellent technical knowledge on transfer pricing. You will have project management and people management skills. What you'll get in return You will receive a salary dependent on experience up to £120,000, plus bonus. A car allowance is also available, as well as private medical insurance and further benefits. More details on application. 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 to or call me now on 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. #

Connect to your Industry We are seeking experienced financial services practitioners to join Deloitte's Actuarial Insurance & Banking team ('AI&B') as a Senior Consultant or Senior Manager. The AI&B Banking team, which operates under Deloitte Consulting, is expanding our offering and have become increasingly involved in designing and implementing major financial resource management initiatives for Tier 1 banks globally, with a primary objective of delivering shareholder returns. These initiatives encompass financial resourcing strategy, operational framework and risk and regulations, all rooted in a thorough understanding of the intricacies within the banking sector and supported by state-of-the-art analytical methodologies and tools. You will be joining a team of 30 management consultants with diverse analytical skills, industry experience and banking backgrounds. Our team comprises experts in financial analysis, economics, quantitative modelling, and data science, with experience drawn from both industry and advisory backgrounds in strategy, finance, treasury, risk, regulatory, commercial, and operational domains. Over the past three years, our banking team has experienced a high growth rate, while maintaining a remarkably low attrition level. We expect that growth to continue as our clients increasingly seek our help to guide strategies, measure and manage performance, allocate scarce financial resources, develop customer service innovations, manage risk, respond to regulatory and other stakeholder demands and expectations, and optimise operations. We are hugely ambitious and excited for the future. Connect to your career at Deloitte Deloitte drives progress. Using our vast range of expertise, we help our clients' become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build teams of future thinkers, with diverse talents and backgrounds, and empower them all to reach for and achieve more. What brings us all together at Deloitte? It's how we approach the thousands of decisions we make every day. How we behave, our beliefs and our attitudes. In other words: our values. Whatever we do, wherever we are in the world, we lead the way, serve with integrity, take care of each other, foster inclusion, and collaborate for measurable impact. These five shared values lead every decision we make and action we take, guiding us to deliver impact how and where it matters most. Connect to your opportunity Our project work spans a wide range of engagements - from designing and implementing prototypes to solutions in the financial resource management domain to supporting large scale transformation or remediation programmes. We often work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams alongside other Deloitte practice areas and Service Lines. Our recent work includes: Providing strategic advice and guidance to Tier 1 banks on balance sheet optimization and management, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and identifying opportunities for risk mitigation. Developing cost of equity frameworks, assessing credit ratings for illiquid assets, and contributing to sustainable finance initiatives in the banking industry. Supporting clients in strategy development by bringing insights on client demand response to price changes and capital allocation frameworks to inform pricing strategy implementation across product and client segments. Collaborating with clients to design and develop data models, dashboards, and analytical frameworks to gain insights into costs, resources, and key metrics for efficient decision-making and cost reduction measures. Manage large scale projects and programs such as technology implementation, M&A and regulatory oversight, track progress and communicate with stakeholders. Spearheading business restructuring initiatives to address pricing and charges remediation, working closely with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders at a large UK wealth manager. Overseeing complex investment platform migration projects for large European investment managers, enhancing investment algorithms, credit evaluation, and tax optimization within core engines. Advising on treasury-related areas, including capital management, liquidity management, funds transfer pricing, and interest rate risk management. Driving the development and enhancement of treasury risk management frameworks, incorporating best practices, regulatory requirements, and aligning treasury, risk, finance, and business objectives. Connect to your skills and professional experience Your contributions will include supporting engagement teams with the analysis of the client problem statement, identification of options for its potential solution and the implementation of our recommendation into changes to methodology / systems and operating model, depending on the phase of the project. You will do so by leveraging your prior project or industry experience. Whilst the most important skill is adaptability and curiosity to develop new solutions to our clients' problems, your prior skills and experience should include a combination of: (i) Core banking industry knowledge developed in finance, treasury, risk, or product teams (as practitioner, supervisor and/ or adviser); and (ii) Proficiency in analytical, modelling, communication, and presentation techniques. Your specific technical skills, knowledge and experience should include: Essential Familiarity with the broad spectrum of banking and capital markets products and services, their financial dynamics and risk profiles, and the broad outlines of banking regulation as well as governance, control processes and frameworks. Familiarity with the purpose and format of banks' financial reports and other disclosures, and the key financial, risk and other indicators they reveal. Advanced analytical skills in the Office suite. Familiarity with financial models and practical use of statistical frameworks in the context of financial services applications. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with clients and stakeholders at all levels. Strong business acumen and understanding of the broader economic landscape and its impact on the banking industry. Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead and support projects across different clients and initiatives. Adaptability and ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams, collaborating with stakeholders from different practice areas within Deloitte and across the industry. Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse complex client situations and data and provide specific insights and solutions. Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work within project timelines and client expectations. Proven ability to navigate complex projects, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results within tight deadlines. Desirable You will be committed to ongoing personal professional development, ideally being either already enrolled / part-qualified in, or willing to consider, a professional course of study such as CFA, FRM or similar, or equivalent. Prior experience in either Balance Sheet Management, ALM, structuring of hedge programmes or pricing strategies across banking book products. Familiarity with the asset and wealth management industry, their customer needs and market structures, which are forcing asset managers to adapt their value propositions and business models to remain vibrant and valuable. Advanced knowledge in quantitative models and Object-Oriented Programming in Python or other modern programming language (i.e., Java, C#, SAS, R). Proficiency in business modelling and formulation of comprehensive business cases is advantageous. Connect to your business - Technology and Transformation Distinctive thinking, deep expertise, innovation and collaborative working. That's what connects us. That's what makes us Deloitte. If you want to help solve some of the biggest tech and transformational challenges around, join us. Together, we'll make an impact that matters. Human Capital People are what powers enterprise. That's why we need to focus on the human experience in an ever-changing, digital world. We help clients utilise technology to support their workforce, organisation, and HR Transformations. Personal independence Regulation and controls are standard practice in our industry and Deloitte is no exception. These controls provide important legal protection for both you and the firm. We are subject to a number of audit regulations, one of which requires that certain colleagues abide by specific personal independence constraints (e.g., in relation to any financial interests and employment relationships). This can mean that you and your "Immediate Family Members" are not permitted to hold certain financial interests (shares, funds, bonds etc.) with audit clients of the firm, and also prohibitions on certain employment relationships (e.g., you are not permitted to hold a secondary employment role with SEC audit clients of the firm whilst being employed by the firm). The recruitment team will provide further detail as you progress through the recruitment process or you can contact the Independence team upon request. Connect with your colleagues "The great culture, flexibility, and range of experiences that Deloitte offers is what sets this firm apart . click apply for full job details

Director - Tax - International Real Estate - OUR CLIENT is seeking a Senior Tax Manager / Director who is looking to step up and become their Director - Tax for Global Real Estate - They are a global real estate investment and advisory business with a long-term, patient-capital approach. Operating across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, the organisation acquires, develops, and manages high-quality mixed-use and office environments in the world's leading cities. With an established international footprint and a reputation for thoughtful, values-driven investment, the business combines global perspective with deep local expertise. It manages a substantial portfolio across multiple jurisdictions and works closely with institutional capital partners to deliver sustainable, long-term value for investors, tenants, and communities. The Role: This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced Senior Tax Professional to join a small London-based team and take ownership of UK and international (non-US) tax matters across the group and its managed portfolio. Reporting to the US, the role has broad responsibility across: Tax compliance, reporting, structuring, and advisory activity. Overseeing and reviewing external advisors, lead tax audits, managing global transfer pricing, and support quarterly close and year-end processes, including Pillar II requirements. You will work closely with investment, finance, and legal teams, acting as a trusted business partner on complex, cross-border tax issues. Whilst being a smaller part of the role the position also plays a critical role in transactions, leading tax structuring and due diligence for acquisitions, disposals, and internal reorganisations with a goal of 3 a year. In addition, the role will have line management responsibility for a small, dedicated team contributing to team development, governance, and continuous improvement of tax systems and processes. The Person: You will be a seasoned tax professional with strong international experience, ideally gained within real estate, investment, or asset management environments. Key requirements include: 10+ years' relevant tax experience ACA / CA / ACCA or equivalent qualification ATT or CTA (preferred) Strong technical knowledge across UK and international tax Experience managing multi-jurisdictional compliance and external advisors Exposure to transfer pricing, structuring, and transactional tax Ability to partner effectively with senior stakeholders across finance, legal, and investment teams Comfortable operating in a global business, including flexibility for international calls You will be proactive, commercially minded, and confident operating with autonomy in a senior role, while maintaining high standards of governance and integrity. Benefits: Strong benefits package including solid performing bonus, shares, good pension, health, life and other benefits Hybrid / flexible working - 3 days in. Senior, high-impact leadership role within a globally recognised real estate investor Broad international remit with exposure to complex, cross-border tax matters Significant involvement in acquisitions, structuring, and strategic decision-making Opportunity to shape tax governance, policy, and systems on a global scale Collaborative, values-led culture with long-term investment horizons Competitive remuneration package and strong long-term career prospects This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Manager / AD seeking to take the next step in their career. Please note that due to volume we cannot get back to everyone, however every application is looked at and considered and will be held on Trident International's database for review. If you have not heard back from us within 5 working days you should assume your initial application has been unsuccessful, however if suitable roles arise in the future, we will make every effort to contact you. By applying for this job, you accept the Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. To learn more about our company and vacancies we are currently working on, visit our website and follow us on LinkedIn

Our Financial Services client is seeking to recruit a Reinsurance MAnager (Actuary) oin an initial 6 month contract to be based in either Edinburgh or Bristol. This is a hybrid position and requires 2x days per week onsite. As Reinsurance Manager , you'll drive the Group's reinsurance strategy for life and protection products, ensuring optimal risk transfer and driving commercial value. This is more than an actuarial role - you'll influence proposition design, collaborate with pricing and product teams, and shape innovative solutions that meet customer needs while managing risk effectively. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Shape and deliver the reinsurance strategy for life and protection propositions. Partner with product and pricing teams to embed reinsurance considerations into proposition design and development. Identify opportunities to innovate through reinsurance structures that enhance customer value and business performance. Relationship Management Act as the key liaison with reinsurers, building strong partnerships to secure competitive terms and foster collaboration. Drive negotiations on treaty renewals, pricing, and terms to ensure sustainable arrangements. Technical Expertise Apply actuarial insight to assess risk, pricing, and financial impact of reinsurance structures. Analyse performance of reinsurance arrangements and provide actionable recommendations to senior stakeholders. Governance & Compliance Ensure all reinsurance arrangements comply with regulatory requirements and internal risk frameworks. Maintain robust documentation and reporting for governance and audit purposes. Skills & Experience Required Essential: Proven experience in reinsurance relationship (or similar) management within life insurance or protection markets. Strong actuarial background with expertise in risk modelling and financial analysis. Ability to influence proposition design and collaborate across pricing, product, and commercial teams. Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Desirable: Knowledge of protection pricing and product development. Familiarity with UK regulatory environment and Solvency II requirements. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Qualifications Qualified actuary (FIA or equivalent) preferred. Degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Finance, or related discipline.

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, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. 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. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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. We're an International Tax Team working across every industry sector with a diverse and interesting range of clients - from entrepreneurial start-ups to large, global FTSE 100 companies. For you, it's the chance to get involved in cross border M&A transactions, tax planning, transfer pricing, US Tax Consulting and more. Your potential will grow too, with plenty of opportunities to learn new skills or further enhance your current ones. Along the way, we'll give you all the client exposure, support and connections you need to take your career in whichever direction you want it to go. We're looking for someone with: US Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent A broad base of US tax knowledge Guide and supervise less experienced colleagues. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area 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 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, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. 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. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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. We're an International Tax Team working across every industry sector with a diverse and interesting range of clients - from entrepreneurial start-ups to large, global FTSE 100 companies. For you, it's the chance to get involved in cross border M&A transactions, tax planning, transfer pricing, US Tax Consulting and more. Your potential will grow too, with plenty of opportunities to learn new skills or further enhance your current ones. Along the way, we'll give you all the client exposure, support and connections you need to take your career in whichever direction you want it to go. We're looking for someone with: US Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent A broad base of US tax knowledge Guide and supervise less experienced colleagues. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area 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.

Head of Operations Location: East Hampshire Reports to: Board of Directors Contract: Full-time, Permanent About the Company Our client is a specialist manufacturer of complex electromechanical systems serving high-performance markets. Following a sustained period of growth and continued market expansion, the company is now seeking a Head of Operations with a clear succession pathway into the General Manager position within months. The Opportunity This is a senior leadership role for an experienced operational leader with strong technical credibility and highly developed commercial acumen. The successful candidate will work closely with the current General Manager, who intends to transition into a broader strategic role over the next months. During this period, you will assume increasing responsibility across the organisation, ensuring continuity, knowledge transfer and a smooth leadership succession. You will hold full accountability for operational performance, financial results, commercial delivery and execution of strategic objectives. A strong understanding of margin management, revenue growth, cost control and customer value creation will be critical to success in this role. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring safe, efficient and profitable performance Translate Board strategy into clear operational plans with measurable outcomes Take ownership of operational P&L performance, including budgeting, forecasting and financial control Drive programme delivery, customer satisfaction and on-time execution across complex engineering projects Support and contribute to commercial strategy, working closely with sales and business development to secure and deliver high-value programmes Provide commercial oversight across contracts, pricing, margin performance and customer negotiations Oversee engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and delivery functions within a technically advanced electromechanical environment Build, lead and develop a high-performing management team, strengthening accountability and capability across departments Embed strong governance, compliance and risk management practices, particularly within regulated and high-assurance markets Identify and execute growth initiatives, continuous improvement programmes and operational efficiencies Act as a senior representative of the business with customers, partners and stakeholders About You Proven senior leadership experience as a Head of Operations, Operations Director, General Manager or similar role Demonstrated success running an engineering or technology-led manufacturing business or division with full commercial accountability Strong commercial acumen, with a proven ability to drive revenue growth, improve margins and make commercially sound strategic decisions Experience operating within complex electromechanical systems, advanced engineering, or precision manufacturing environments Experience in defence, aerospace, robotics or other high-reliability sectors is highly desirable Strong financial capability, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control and performance management Technically credible with the ability to engage confidently with engineering teams and customers Experienced in leading multidisciplinary teams across engineering, manufacturing and supply chain Commercially astute, pragmatic and delivery-focused Comfortable operating at both strategic and hands-on levels Due to a high level applications if you do have a response within 7 - 10 working days your application has unfortunately not been successful and we thank you for your time.

About the Role We are seeking a driven, highly organised and commercially focused Stock and Enquiry Manager to oversee both vehicle inventory management and sales enquiry performance at Mercedes-Benz of Watford. This dual-responsibility role is pivotal in ensuring seamless alignment between vehicle availability and customer demand. You will manage all inbound sales enquiries while maintaining accurate, optimised stock levels to maximise conversion, profitability and customer satisfaction. The role requires strong leadership, attention to detail and the ability to perform in a fast-paced premium retail environment. Key Responsibilities Enquiry Management & Conversion Oversee all inbound and outbound sales enquiries across phone, email, website and third-party platforms. Ensure rapid response times and professional communication aligned with brand standards. Qualify and allocate leads effectively to the sales team. Implement structured follow-up processes to maximise appointment setting and conversion rates. Monitor enquiry KPIs including response time, show rate and sales performance. Stock Management & Optimisation Maintain accurate oversight of all new and used vehicle stock. Monitor stock status including ordered, in-transit, prepared, displayed and sold units. Manage stock ageing and implement strategies to optimise turn and margin. Conduct regular stock audits to ensure system accuracy. Coordinate vehicle sourcing and inter-site transfers where required. Sales & Operational Alignment Work closely with the Sales Manager to ensure stock mix aligns with enquiry trends and market demand. Support pricing strategy reviews based on performance and competitor analysis. Liaise with logistics, preparation and marketing teams to ensure vehicles are ready and correctly advertised. Leadership & Performance Management Lead and develop the enquiry handling function. Set and monitor clear KPIs for response, conversion and stock accuracy. Provide reporting to senior management on stock performance and enquiry conversion metrics. Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency. Compliance & Systems Ensure accurate CRM and DMS data management. Maintain compliance with FCA regulations, GDPR and internal policies. Uphold brand standards in all customer interactions and operational processes. About you Proven experience in automotive retail, stock control, or enquiry management. Strong leadership and team management capability. Analytical mindset with experience interpreting sales and stock data. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in CRM/DMS systems and Microsoft Office. Customer-focused with a commitment to delivering a premium experience. Why Sytner? Sytner Group are delighted to provide an industry-leading benefits package. We are passionate about continuous improvement and building an environment where everyone feels valued, appreciated and able to reach their full potential. Enhanced Holiday Entitlement 33 days inc. bank holidays Industry-leading Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay Career Development Recognition of Long Service every 5 years Discounted Car Schemes High Street Discounts Discounted Gym memberships Cycle to work scheme One day a year paid voluntary / community work At Sytner, our values and the way we behave are important to us. We are committed to creating an equitable working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, supporting our colleagues to thrive and achieve their full potential. As part of our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, you have the right to ask for changes / adjustments to job interviews and the recruitment process. For more information around reasonable adjustments and the recruitment process please click here. Unsure? Read on We represent over 23 of the world's most prestige vehicle brands, across our 140 UK dealerships. We pride ourselves on Developing Talent and Building Careers and our colleagues recently scored Sytner Group an outstanding 89% on our colleague engagement survey.