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\n \n \n We're looking for a Project Engineer to join our Wanlip Severn Trent Water Project team based in Wanlip, Leicestershire. \n Location: Wanlip, Leicestershire Hours: 45 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. \n This is an exciting opportunity to work on the upgrade and enhancement of the existing waste water treatment facility at Wanlip. Reporting to the Project Manager, you'll work alongside a dedicated project delivery team to ensure design, procurement, financial control, and site activities are achieved successfully. You'll be writing technical scopes of work, managing design and build contracts, and supervising mechanical installation, commissioning and handover of various treatment plants and installations. \n What will you be responsible for? \n As a Project Engineer, you'll be working within the project delivery team, supporting them in delivering this significant water infrastructure project. \n Your day to day will include: \n \n • Authoring technical scopes of work and undertaking gap analysis on mechanical tender submissions\n, • Managing design and build contracts, including identifying and resolving interface issues within mechanical packages\n, • Overseeing projects from inception to completion, coordinating with the client, design team, and construction personnel\n, • Managing procurement of materials, attending site testing, commissioning, and client training sessions\n, • Developing Inspection and Test Plans and ensuring quality records are maintained throughout the scheme\n \n What are we looking for? \n This role of Project Engineer is great for you if: \n \n • You have experience in delivering waste water mechanical and electrical projects\n, • You can work with and manipulate Revit models and undertake digital mark up of designs\n, • You have knowledge of SWIFTs, HAZOPs and ALM in relation to mechanical equipment\n, • You enjoy collaborative working and building effective relationships across teams, clients and stakeholders\n \n We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. \n If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here. There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us! \n Rewards and benefits \n We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. \n Diversity and inclusion \n Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. \n As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. \n We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier. \n \n \n

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Client Manager \n Leicestershire (our ref AL1422) \n Salary £28,000 - £33,000 dep on exp + benefits inc parking and hybrid option after initial training and induction \n \n My client was established over 40 years ago and now looks after more than £1.1bn of client assets whilst providing advice and support to high-net-worth clients across the UK from their Leicestershire based offices. \n In 2026, they were proud to receive Professional Adviser’s “Best Financial Advisers to Work for” award for the fourth time. They now have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced financial services administrator (with 2 year’s +) to join their team as a Client Manager. Please note, a minimum of 2 years’ experience within financial services administration is required. \n \n Role Overview \n To be the in-house owner and internal point of contact for a portfolio of clients, providing a quality administration service for individuals, companies, trusts and charities. The role is responsible for maintaining accurate client and internal system records that meet the requirements of the firm and the regulator, while providing technical and administrative support to the Investment Manager and Financial Planner. \n \n Main Tasks \n\n • Be the key internal point of contact for a portfolio of clients, responding to client queries and completing day-to-day portfolio administration.\n, • Take ownership of each client within the allocated portfolio by understanding their needs, producing relevant documentation, adhering to deadlines, and using task management within our CRM, Intelliflo.\n, • Produce, collate, and issue meeting packs for annual review meetings.\n, • Issue client meeting notes, coordinate and undertake action points.\n, • Communicate with clients by effectively liaising with Financial Planners, Paraplanners, internal pension teams (SIPP and SSAS) and third-party providers via telephone, email and secure portal.\n, • Provide administrative support to the Financial Planner Team.\n\n \n Day to Day Portfolio Management \n\n • Create, maintain and take ownership of accurate client records across internal and external systems, including but not limited to Intelliflo, Virtual Cabinet, Moneyinfo, Yardstick and third-party platforms, including Pershing, Quilter and Aviva.\n, • Liaise with internal pension teams (SIPP and SSAS) to ensure all other internal records are accurately maintained.\n, • Prepare and coordinate meeting packs for client meetings, including performance analysis of underlying plans, together with recommendations for change advised by the Paraplanning Team, Investment Manager and/or Financial Planner, where appropriate.\n, • Administer recommendations in accordance with our advice and the client’s approval, including processing transfers, contributions, withdrawals and investment changes within pension and investment products in a timely fashion, using task management within our CRM, Intelliflo.\n, • Communicate with clients securely and promptly via telephone, email, letter and Moneyinfo, as well as with fellow professionals, e.g. accountants and solicitors.\n, • Invoice clients and process fees\n, • Produce bespoke documents and calculations as and when needed or requested.\n, • Maintain awareness of global investment markets and how these may impact the investment decisions made by the Investment Committee and the recommended funds/portfolios we propose.\n, • Provide information to and liaise with platforms and providers.\n\n \n Person Specification - Qualifications & Experience \n Essential \n\n • Educated to A level standard (or equivalent) as a minimum.\n, • A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a financial services administration role.\n\n Desirable \n\n • Degree in a relevant specialty.\n, • To hold CII Award/Certificate/Diploma units or equivalent, or to be willing to obtain CII Award/Certificate/Diploma units.\n, • 5 years’ experience in a financial services administration role.\n\n \n Person Specification - Knowledge & Skills Required \n Essential \n\n • Good technical knowledge of pensions and investments, their associated products, and their use in Financial Planning.\n, • Ability to communicate effectively with clients, providers, accountants, and other professional connections via various methods – phone, letter, email, etc.\n, • Ability to create, maintain, and take ownership of accurate computer-based records.\n, • Knowledge of Data Protection legislation.\n, • Ability to work within level of authority and to refer work when appropriate.\n, • Demonstrate good time management skills.\n\n Desirable \n\n • Good, technical knowledge of Financial Services in general and legislation relevant to the role.\n, • Knowledge of IT systems and programmes relevant to the role (Intelliflo, Virtual Cabinet, Moneyinfo, Pershing, Quilter, Aviva, Adobe and the Microsoft 365 suite).\n, • Knowledge of different pension types (defined contribution, defined benefit, annuity) and retirement phases (accumulation, crystallisation, decumulation)\n, • Knowledge of different investment types (Unit Trusts/OEICs, Exchange Traded Funds, Investment Trusts, direct equities) and asset types (Equity (UK & Global), Fixed Interest, Property, Commodities).\n, • Knowledge of money-weighted return, carry forward, capital gains tax, lump sum allowance and lump sum and death benefit allowance calculations.\n, • Knowledge of money laundering procedures relevant to the role and individual responsibilities in this area.\n\n \n Benefits \n Discretionary Bonus | Life assurance | Pension | 24 days holiday increasing incrementally | Health Cash Plan Scheme | Free Parking | Hybrid scheme following initial training and induction \n \n \n If this role is of interest, please apply with an up-to-date CV.We aim to respond to all applications within 10 days. 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Financial Services Planning Manager \n Location: Leicester (our Ref AL1419) \n Salary: Negotiable up to c£65,000 dep on experience + benefits \n \n My client is a highly regarded provider of independent financial advice, dedicated to delivering tailored, client-focused financial solutions. The team is driven by a commitment to integrity and excellence. They are now seeking a dynamic and experienced Financial Services Manager to join the adviser team and lead their sales efforts. The successful applicant will be CII Diploma level 4 qualified and will likely have a proven track record as a Financial Adviser. You may even be looking to sell your client bank but still want to be involved - the options are all on the table. \n Job Summary: The successful candidate will provide strong day-to-day leadership to the team of IFA professionals, ensuring they operate effectively, efficiently, compliantly, and in line with commercial objectives. The role will focus on improving team performance, maintaining high professional standards, supporting development and accountability, and delivering sustainable profitable growth through excellent client outcomes and well-managed operations. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Lead, manage, and support the adviser team to ensure strong performance, clear accountability, and consistent achievement of business and client service objectives.\n, • Drive improvements in team effectiveness and efficiency by embedding clear processes, performance management, and best practice across the function.\n, • Work closely with compliance, operations, marketing, and product teams to ensure the team operates within regulatory requirements and supports wider business objectives.\n, • Oversee the quality and consistency of client service, ensuring strong client outcomes, high retention, and a professional, compliant approach across the team.\n, • Support the recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of financial advisers to build a capable, motivated, and high-performing team.\n, • Monitor team performance, workflow, market trends, and client needs to identify opportunities to improve productivity, service quality, and profitability.\n, • Prepare and present performance, operational, and commercial reporting to senior management, with recommendations to improve efficiency, compliance, and profitable growth.\n\n Qualifications: \n\n • Proven experience in leading and managing teams within the financial services sector, with a track record of improving performance and maintaining high professional standards.\n, • Strong understanding of how to manage adviser teams effectively, including coaching, performance management, and developing efficient working practices.\n, • Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning or equivalent. A degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field would be advantageous.\n, • Strong understanding of financial products and services, including investments, pensions, and insurance.\n, • Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate others, drive accountability, and foster a collaborative, compliant culture.\n, • Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.\n, • Ability to analyse performance and operational data, identify trends, and make decisions that improve efficiency, service quality, compliance, and profitability.\n, • Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.\n\n Why Join: \n\n • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.\n, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing by 1 day at 5- and 10-years service)\n, • Generous non-conributory group pension scheme\n, • Optional personal pension contributions via salary sacrifice\n, • Free death in service benefit (subject to qualifying criteria).\n, • Modern-design air-conditioned offices, with free parking.\n, • Opportunities for professional growth and development, including support to achieve chartered status.\n, • Employee Assistance Programme\n, • Collaborative and supportive work environment.\n, • A chance to make a significant impact in a respected independent financial advice firm.\n\n \n If this role is of interest, please apply with an up to date CV. We aim to respond to all applications within 10 days. By submitting your CV you consent to it being retained for use in connection with this and future relevant and/or similar vacancies, you can of course, opt out of this at any time by emailing us. Full Privacy Notice can be found on our website.

Paraplanner \n Leicestershire (our ref AL1420) \n Salary £35,000 - £42,000 dep on experience + generous benefits package inc parking and hybrid working after initial training and induction \n \n My client was established over 40 years ago and now looks after more than £1.1bn of client assets whilst providing advice and support to high-net-worth clients across the UK from their Leicestershire based offices. \n In 2026, they were proud to receive Professional Adviser’s “Best Financial Advisers to Work for” award for the fourth time. \n They now have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced and Diploma Qualified Paraplanner to join their team. You will be responsible for supporting the Financial Planner and wider advice process by taking ownership of advice cases, gathering and checking client information, preparing suitability reports and helping deliver a smooth, supportive and personable experience for clients at the point of new financial advice. \n Main Tasks \n\n • Take ownership of the advice case from the point of new advice engagement, working closely with the Financial Planner, Client Manager and wider teams to ensure the client journey is clear, timely and well-coordinated.\n, • Prepare the initial meeting pack, including letters of authority, personal financial questionnaire, risk profile documentation and client agreements where required.\n, • Provide follow-up support to the Financial Planner and act as a key point of contact for clients throughout the initial advice process.\n, • Action and follow up on meeting notes, including investigating existing arrangements, where required, by obtaining, reviewing and recording information relevant to the new advice.\n, • Conduct regular follow-ups with providers on existing arrangements and provide timely updates to the Financial Planner and the client.\n, • Prepare or obtain illustrations for pensions, investments and annuities, where required.\n, • Coordinate with Office Support to schedule client meetings once all information is in place, ensuring the suitability report, cash flow reports and supporting documentation are prepared and issued in accordance with meeting arrangements.\n, • Prepare suitability reports that meet FCA requirements and provide clear, accurate and client-focused documentation, to enable client understanding.\n, • Use key business systems effectively and compliantly, including Intelliflo, Virtual Cabinet, Moneyinfo, Exchange, Quilter and Aviva, where relevant to the case.\n, • Work closely with the Financial Planners, Compliance, Head of Pensions and Head of Investments, to ensure suitability reports are accurate, compliant and client friendly.\n, • Work with SIPP, SSAS, Client Management and Financial Planners to ensure the effective preparation of client documents before and after meetings.\n, • Work with other members of the team to provide peer checking, where appropriate, to minimise errors, meet deadlines, and provide holiday cover.\n\n \n Person Specification - Qualifications & Experience \n Essential \n\n • Level 4 CII Diploma in Financial Planning (or equivalent).\n, • Educated to A level standard (or equivalent) as a minimum.\n, • A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a financial services administration role.\n\n Desirable \n\n • 2 years’ experience in a Paraplanning role.\n, • Financial Planning experience.\n, • Degree in Finance, Economics or Business (or equivalent work experience).\n\n \n \n Person Specification - Knowledge & Skills Required \n Essential \n\n • Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, providers, accountants and other professional connections via various methods – phone, letter, email, etc.\n, • Knowledge relating to pension, investment and protection products and their application in financial planning.\n, • Knowledge of FCA rules relating to Conduct of Business, Money Laundering, Training and Competence and Client Money, along with other financial services legislation relevant to the role.\n, • Ability to create and maintain accurate computer-based records.\n, • Knowledge of Data Protection legislation.\n, • Knowledge of money laundering procedures relevant to the role and individual responsibilities in this area.\n, • Ability to work within level of authority and to refer work when appropriate.\n, • Demonstrate good time management skills.\n\n Desirable \n\n • Knowledge of the firm, its products, services and procedures.\n, • Knowledge of IT systems and programs relevant to the role (Intelliflo, Virtual Cabinet, Moneyinfo, Pershing, Quilter, Aviva, Adobe and the Microsoft 365 suite).\n\n \n Benefits \n Discretionary Bonus | Life assurance | Pension | 24 days holiday increasing incrementally | Health Cash Plan Scheme | Free Parking | Hybrid scheme following initial training and induction \n \n If this role is of interest, please apply with an up to date CV. 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Job summaryWe are looking for an experienced Registered Manager to lead multiple supported living services, ensuring excellent outcomes for the people we support, strong compliance and high-performing teams.This is a leadership role for someone passionate about quality, developing people and driving continuous improvement.Main duties of the job Maintain CQC registration and regulatory compliance. Lead, inspire and develop Service Managers and support teams. Deliver outstanding, person-centred care. Ensure services operate safely and effectively. Monitor KPIs including occupancy, incidents, staffing, quality and financial performance. Build excellent relationships with local authorities, commissioners and healthcare professionals. Oversee safeguarding investigations and risk management. Lead audits and quality assurance processes. Support business growth through assessments and mobilisation of new services. Drive a positive culture of accountability and continuous improvement.About usIsabella's Homes is an award-winning, CQC-rated Good supported living provider supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and complex needs. Our mission is to enable people to live meaningful, independent lives through high-quality, person-centred support.DetailsDate posted28 July 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary Depending on experience 42,000+ per annum depending on experience + Performance Bonus ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference numberL0055-26-0016Job locationsIsabella's Homes4 Firs StreetDudleyMidlandsDY2 7DNUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesLocation: MidlandsReports to: Operations DirectorStarting: 42,000+ per annum depending on experience + Performance BonusAbout Isabella's HomesIsabella's Homes is an award-winning, CQC-rated Good supported living provider supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and complex needs. Our mission is to enable people to live meaningful, independent lives through high-quality, person-centred support.The RoleWe are looking for an experienced Registered Manager to lead multiple supported living services, ensuring excellent outcomes for the people we support, strong compliance and high-performing teams.This is a leadership role for someone passionate about quality, developing people and driving continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities Maintain CQC registration and regulatory compliance. Lead, inspire and develop Service Managers and support teams. Deliver outstanding, person-centred care. Ensure services operate safely and effectively. Monitor KPIs including occupancy, incidents, staffing, quality and financial performance. Build excellent relationships with local authorities, commissioners and healthcare professionals. Oversee safeguarding investigations and risk management. Lead audits and quality assurance processes. Support business growth through assessments and mobilisation of new services. Drive a positive culture of accountability and continuous improvement.Essential Requirements Registered Manager experience within Supported Living. Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards). Excellent knowledge of CQC regulations. Strong leadership and coaching skills. Experience managing budgets and service performance. Full UK Driving Licence.What We Offer Competitive salary Performance bonus Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Ongoing leadership development Career progression opportunities Company pension Annual leave entitlementWhy Join Isabella's Homes?At Isabella's Homes, we're building more than supported living serviceswe're building a culture where people can thrive. As a growing organisation with ambitious plans for national expansion, we invest in our people, encourage innovation and recognise outstanding performance.Together, we're changing livesone person, one home and one community at a time. Job description Job responsibilitiesLocation: MidlandsReports to: Operations DirectorStarting: 42,000+ per annum depending on experience + Performance BonusAbout Isabella's HomesIsabella's Homes is an award-winning, CQC-rated Good supported living provider supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and complex needs. Our mission is to enable people to live meaningful, independent lives through high-quality, person-centred support.The RoleWe are looking for an experienced Registered Manager to lead multiple supported living services, ensuring excellent outcomes for the people we support, strong compliance and high-performing teams.This is a leadership role for someone passionate about quality, developing people and driving continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities Maintain CQC registration and regulatory compliance. Lead, inspire and develop Service Managers and support teams. Deliver outstanding, person-centred care. Ensure services operate safely and effectively. Monitor KPIs including occupancy, incidents, staffing, quality and financial performance. Build excellent relationships with local authorities, commissioners and healthcare professionals. Oversee safeguarding investigations and risk management. Lead audits and quality assurance processes. Support business growth through assessments and mobilisation of new services. Drive a positive culture of accountability and continuous improvement.Essential Requirements Registered Manager experience within Supported Living. Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards). Excellent knowledge of CQC regulations. Strong leadership and coaching skills. Experience managing budgets and service performance. Full UK Driving Licence.What We Offer Competitive salary Performance bonus Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Ongoing leadership development Career progression opportunities Company pension Annual leave entitlementWhy Join Isabella's Homes?At Isabella's Homes, we're building more than supported living serviceswe're building a culture where people can thrive. As a growing organisation with ambitious plans for national expansion, we invest in our people, encourage innovation and recognise outstanding performance.Together, we're changing livesone person, one home and one community at a time.Person Specification Experience EssentialWe are looking for an experienced Registered Manager to lead multiple supported living services, ensuring excellent outcomes for the people we support, strong compliance and high-performing teams Qualifications EssentialRegistered Manager experience within Supported Living.Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards).Excellent knowledge of CQC regulations.Strong leadership and coaching skills.Experience managing budgets and service performance.Full UK Driving Licence. Person Specification Experience EssentialWe are looking for an experienced Registered Manager to lead multiple supported living services, ensuring excellent outcomes for the people we support, strong compliance and high-performing teams Qualifications EssentialRegistered Manager experience within Supported Living.Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards).Excellent knowledge of CQC regulations.Strong leadership and coaching skills.Experience managing budgets and service performance.Full UK Driving Licence.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer detailsEmployer nameIsabellas HomesAddressIsabella's Homes4 Firs StreetDudleyMidlandsDY2 7DNUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameIsabellas HomesAddressIsabella's Homes4 Firs StreetDudleyMidlandsDY2 7DNUnited KingdomEmployer's website

Group FP&A ManagerLocation: Leicester, Hybrid (2 days per week in the office)Salary: up to £90,000 + Bonus + Excellent BenefitsThe OpportunityAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading Financial Services business as a Group FP&A Manager, playing a pivotal role in partnering with Executive Leadership to drive financial performance across multiple business divisions. This is a highly commercial leadership position, responsible for business partnering, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting. You'll provide strategic financial insight to senior stakeholders while leading a high-performing FP&A team and helping shape the future direction of the finance function through continuous improvement and enhanced reporting capabilities. If you thrive in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment and enjoy influencing senior decision-makers, this represents an excellent opportunity to make a genuine impact.Key Responsibilities\n\n • Partner with Executive Leadership and senior stakeholders to support strategic decision-making and deliver financial objectives.\n, • Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes across multiple business divisions.\n, • Deliver insightful financial analysis, performance reporting and commercial recommendations to Executive and Board-level stakeholders.\n, • Challenge business performance, identifying risks, opportunities and key financial drivers.\n, • Produce high-quality monthly management information, board reporting and executive performance packs.\n, • Build strong relationships across the business, ensuring financial plans are robust, aligned and clearly understood.\n, • Lead financial modelling and commercial analysis to support strategic initiatives and investment decisions.\n, • Drive improvements in finance systems, reporting, automation and data quality.\n, • Support wider finance transformation initiatives and continuous process improvement.\n, • Lead, mentor and develop a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of commercial excellence and high performance.\nAbout YouYou'll be a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing business performance. You'll ideally bring:\n\n, • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification with strong post-qualified experience.\n, • Significant experience within FP&A, Commercial Finance or Strategic Finance.\n, • Previous experience within Financial Services, Wealth Management or Asset Management.\n, • A proven track record leading budgeting, forecasting and management reporting within a complex organisation.\n, • Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.\n, • Excellent stakeholder management skills with the confidence to challenge and influence senior leadership.\n, • Previous people management experience with a passion for developing high-performing teams.\n, • Experience improving finance processes, reporting and systems, with an interest in automation and business intelligence.\nWhat's on Offer\n\n, • Hybrid working (2 days per week in the office).\n, • Opportunity to partner directly with Executive Leadership.\n, • High-profile, commercially focused leadership role.\n, • Strong career progression within a growing Financial Services organisation.\n, • Competitive salary, bonus and comprehensive benefits package.\n

Please note: This position is a 6-month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) and is therefore best suited to candidates who are available to start immediately or at short notice. Due to the nature of the requirement, we are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who can commence employment as soon as possible. \n There’s plenty about Topps Tiles that might surprise you. Like the scale of our Support Office in Leicester. We have Finance, Marketing, Buying, Central Operations, HR, Property, Customer Service and IT all under one roof. Tight-knit teams of talented people working together and working hard to get things done and drive results. But then, would you expect anything less from an ambitious, dynamic, market-leading, multi-million-pound retail business? After delivering our 20% market share goal of “one in five” in 2023, we have launched our new goal – Mission 365 – targeting £365 million of sales \n Purpose: \n\n • To support various financial planning activities for Topps Tiles, e.g. store/company budgeting cycle, forecasting, central functions budgeting and forecasting etc.\n, • To support the team in completion of monthly management accounts, reporting, performance reporting, and in particular support central functions leaders in understanding monthly costs and impacts on future plans.\n, • To ensure that appropriate analysis of business performance is available in an accurate and timely fashion and that sufficient information exists to allow key business users to take appropriate action to ensure performance is maintained in line with plans agreed.\n, • To support the business in understanding the financial impact of new initiatives and put in place mechanisms to track and monitor performance against targets.\n\n Key Accountabilities: \n Customer / Strategy / Plan: \n\n • To ensure there is timely and accurate reporting and analysis to business managers, ensuring accuracy and relevancy of insight.\n, • To work with the finance team too ensure that key aspects of the monthly management accounting and financial accounting processes are appropriately administered and information is available in a timely fashion.\n, • Ensure there is an open communication within the finance team around the period end accounts preparation – including any areas of judgement.\n, • Communication with other departments who either feed information to the accounts or utilise information generated.\n, • Close off the ledgers within agreed timescales and ensure that all key balance sheet control accounts have been reconciled and approved on a monthly basis.\n, • Supporting the wider Finance team to deliver budget and annual reforecasting which will help the business deliver its strategy and goal.\n, • Supporting with various other financial activities as required, e.g. financial analysis, commercial opportunities that may drive performance, reviewing performance against plan, etc.\n, • Supporting Topps Tiles stores with queries in relation to their P&Ls.\n\n People/Leadership: \n\n • Develop close and effective working relationships within Finance.\n, • Ability to communicate confidently and concisely to a range of stakeholders across the business.\n\n Financial / Commercials: \n\n • Support in the preparation of month end management accounts and presentation key stakeholders on a monthly basis.\n, • Ensure that the Finance Business Partner is well appraised of the financial performance (e.g. variances vs budget) and emerging long-term trends.\n, • Supporting in the preparation of information for presentations across the business, for example weekly reporting (including KPIs, etc.), Board reporting, etc.\n, • Support financial control and ensure that key balance sheet control accounts have been reconciled on a monthly basis.\n\n Risk and process: \n\n • To ensure appropriate processes exist both within finance and across the organisation and to identify key areas of risk, and agree with the Finance Business Partner and Senior FP&A Manager appropriate plans to manage those risks.\n, • To ensure that appropriate controls exist across the businesses (e.g. Balance Sheet reconciliation, analysis of key control accounts), including compliance with key regulatory areas.\n, • Look to drive improvements where possible to increase the reliability and robustness of information and controls.This will include process simplification and automation initiatives across the finance function\n\n Decision Making/Freedom to Act: \n\n • Freedom to liaise with other departments outside of finance to obtain all necessary information as required\n, • Day to day responsibility covering the activities listed above and controlling / administering the company’s financial processes, with flexibility to drive improvement.\n, • Communication with key business teams to support the creation of monthly accounts and provide reporting and analysis to support the business.\n\n Stakeholders: \n\n • Finance Business Partner\n, • Senior FP&A Manager\n, • Head of FP&A\n, • Financial Controller\n, • Rest of finance team\n, • Topps Tiles business functions\n\n Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required: \n Essential: \n • Part qualified accountant – we offer a comprehensive study package to support your accountancy development.\n, • Good working knowledge of core finance processes – monthly management accounts (including commentary on variances), weekly reporting, budgeting & planning, decision / commercial support.Good working knowledge of accounting systems – general ledger, purchase led

Legal Practice Manager - must be from Legal\n Location:LeicestershireSalary: Competitive, dependent on experience \n Hours - Part time The Opportunity\n Are you an experienced Practice Manager or Legal Operations professional looking for your next leadership role? \n Our client, a well-established and highly regarded law firm based in Leicester, is looking to appoint an experienced Practice Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the practice. This is a key position within the firm, offering the opportunity to work closely with the Partners to drive operational excellence, support future growth, and help shape the continued success of the business. \n This role would suit a commercially minded, organised and proactive individual who enjoys leading teams, improving processes and ensuring the highest standards of client service and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities\n As Practice Manager, your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Managing the day-to-day operations of the legal practice.\n, • Working alongside the Partners to deliver the firm's strategic and commercial objectives.\n, • Leading, motivating and developing the administration and support teams.\n, • Reviewing and improving operational processes to increase efficiency, productivity and profitability.\n, • Monitoring budgets, departmental performance and key business metrics.\n, • Managing all HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, appraisals, performance management, absence management and employee wellbeing.\n, • Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations, AML requirements, GDPR and other regulatory obligations.\n, • Working closely with the COLP and COFA to maintain compliance and best practice.\n, • Overseeing office facilities, supplier contracts and operational services.\n, • Managing IT systems, legal case management software and operational improvement projects.\n, • Supporting marketing and business development initiatives.\n, • Maintaining company policies, procedures and professional indemnity insurance requirements.\n, • Assisting with company costings and financial operational planning.\n, • Promoting a positive, collaborative and high-performing working environment.\nAbout You\n To be successful in this role, you will have: \n\n • Previous experience as a Practice Manager, Operations Manager or Senior Office Manager within a legal practice.\n, • A strong understanding of law firm operations and SRA regulatory requirements.\n, • Excellent leadership and people management skills.\n, • Commercial awareness with the ability to identify and implement business improvements.\n, • Experience managing budgets, operational performance and business processes.\n, • Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving abilities.\n, • Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work closely with Partners and senior stakeholders.\n, • A hands-on, proactive management style with the ability to lead change effectively.\n, • Experience using legal case management systems together with Microsoft Office applications.\nWhat's on Offer\n\n, • A senior leadership position within a respected and successful law firm.\n, • The opportunity to influence operational strategy and contribute to the firm's future growth.\n, • A supportive, collaborative and professional working environment.\n, • Competitive salary, depending on experience.\n, • Ongoing professional development and long-term career progression.\n, • The opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing and ambitious legal practice.\n\n If you are an experienced legal Practice Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion. \n Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. \n Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. \n By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

If you’re ready to step beyond routine tax work and into something more meaningful, this Private Client Tax Manager role could be exactly what you’ve been looking for. \n This isn’t about churning through compliance or staying in your lane. As a Private Client Tax Manager, based in Leicester, you’ll be trusted to lead, shape and influence real advisory work that genuinely impacts clients’ long-term financial outcomes. You’ll work closely with business owners and high-net-worth individuals, helping them make smarter decisions around wealth, succession and structuring. \n What makes this Private Client Tax Manager opportunity different is the balance. You’ll still use your technical expertise every day, but now you’ll also lead projects, guide others and build relationships that actually matter. It’s a role where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your progression is very much in your hands. \n If you’ve been waiting for a step up that feels like a real move forward, not just more of the same, this could be it. Responsibilities\n\n • Lead and deliver complex private client tax advisory projects from start to finish\n, • Act as the main point of contact for clients and professional advisers\n, • Review and shape high-quality technical work across the team\n, • Identify tax planning opportunities and provide commercially focused solutions\n, • Manage project timelines, priorities and stakeholder expectations\n, • Support and develop junior team members through coaching and guidance\nThe Ideal Candidate\n\n, • Strong grounding in UK tax with a focus on advisory work\n, • Comfortable leading client conversations and building trusted relationships\n, • Confident reviewing work and guiding others to improve\n, • Commercially aware and able to spot planning opportunities\n, • Professionally qualified or working towards CTA, ATT, ACA or ACCA\n, • Motivated by progression and stepping into a leadership role\nWhat’s on Offer\n\n, • £55,000 - £75,000 salary\n, • Discretionary bonus linked to performance\n, • Flexible working - office-based or remote options\n, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave\n, • Pension with employer contribution\n, • Healthcare cash plan and wellbeing support\n, • Clear progression pathway to Senior Manager and beyond\n, • Opportunity to work on complex, high-value advisory project\n\n Register your interest by applying today or call Richard Davies or Luke Scale on to discuss this opportunity further, always in complete confidence. \n Addington Ball is a specialist finance and accounting recruitment consultancy covering the Midlands and Northern Home counties. We are a member of TEAM and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job ref - ABJ/261301- Private Client Tax Manager.

Management AccountantLeicester | 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract\n Ready to step into a key finance role within a global engineering and manufacturing business? \n We're recruiting on behalf of a highly successful aerospace engineering manufacturer with annual revenues exceeding £250 million. Due to ongoing business requirements, they are seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join their Leicester-based finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. \n This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or finalist accountant looking to take ownership of financial reporting, business partnering and process improvement activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Opportunity\n Reporting directly to the Finance & IT Director, you'll play a vital role in delivering accurate financial information, supporting operational decision-making and ensuring robust financial controls across the business. \n You'll also act as deputy to the Finance Manager when required and support the development of junior finance team members. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Prepare and support the timely completion of monthly management accounts\n, • Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain accounting accuracy across the finance function\n, • Analyse financial performance and investigate variances against budget and forecast\n, • Support month-end and quarter-end reporting activities\n, • Manage foreign exchange accounting, including currency revaluations and rate updates\n, • Assist with VAT returns, statutory reporting and external audits\n, • Ensure SOX compliance and maintain strong internal controls\n, • Partner with manufacturing and operational teams to identify cost-saving and process improvement opportunities\n, • Support capital expenditure evaluations and investment business cases\n, • Drive improvements in working capital performance\n, • Manage Accounts Payable activities and mentor developing finance team members\n, • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across systems, reporting and procedures\nAbout You\n We're looking for a proactive and commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working closely with operational stakeholders and influencing business performance. You'll ideally have:\n\n • ACCA or CIMA qualification, or be a finalist with relevant experience\n, • Previous experience as a Management Accountant within manufacturing, engineering or a similar operational environment\n, • Strong management accounting and financial reporting skills\n, • Experience working to tight reporting deadlines\n, • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities\n, • Confident stakeholder management and business partnering skills\n, • A continuous improvement mindset\n, • Strong communication and leadership capabilities\n, • Degree-level education would be advantageous\nWhy Apply?\n\n, • Join a market-leading aerospace engineering manufacturer\n, • High-profile role with exposure to senior leadership\n, • Broad remit combining reporting, business partnering and process improvement\n, • Collaborative and supportive finance team\n, • Opportunity to make a significant impact during a key 12-month period\n\n If you're an experienced Management Accountant looking for your next challenge within a complex manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. \n Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. \n

Our client, a Multi-Academy Trust based in Leicester, is looking for a Finance Manager to lead financial accounts, financial systems, controls and transactional finance across all academies and central services. \n Key responsibilities: \n\n • Lead administration and development of PS Financials, iComplete and related finance systems\n, • Maintain financial controls, chart of accounts and compliance with the Academy Trust Handbook\n, • Manage and develop a small finance team (Finance Assistant and Finance Apprentices)\n, • Lead the review and reconciliation of key financial control accounts, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner\n, • Oversee purchase and sales ledger functions, ensuring supplier payments and income collection support effective cash flow\n, • Maintain the integrity of financial records, coding structures and the chart of accounts\n, • Support internal and external audits with evidence of financial controls and compliance\n, • Manage and develop finance support staff, including a Finance Assistant and Finance Apprentice(s)\n\n The ideal candidate will be fully qualified, possessing Education Sector or Public Sector experience and be immediately available.

I am seeking an experienced Interim Operations Manager to provide leadership across three operational sites in the Leicester area. \n This is a critical appointment for an established leader who can quickly assess operations, engage teams, identify opportunities and drive performance improvements across safety, productivity, cost control and customer service. \n Client Details \n My client are a leader in their industry, sustainability, safety & innovation are at the heart of everything they do. Joining their Leicester operation offers the opportunity to lead a diverse multi-site function, make a tangible impact on business performance, and contribute to a more sustainable future. \n Description \n\n • Provide leadership and operational oversight across three Leicester-based sites (1 Main site, 2 smaller)\n, • Drive a strong health, safety, environmental and compliance culture.\n, • Manage operational teams to achieve business objectives.\n, • Ensure all sites operate efficiently, meeting KPIs for productivity, quality, service and cost.\n, • Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives.\n, • Lead workforce planning, resource allocation and succession planning activities.\n, • Monitor budgets, operational expenditure and financial performance.\n, • Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.\n, • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory, environmental and company standards.\n, • Produce operational reports and present performance updates to senior management.\n, • Support growth initiatives, new projects and operational change programmes.\n\n \n Profile \n I'm looking for a commercially minded operations professional who combines strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach to managing multi-site Operations. \n\n • Proven experience in an Operations Manager, General Manager or Multi-Site Management role.\n, • You will ideally be from a Waste/ Waste Management / Heavy Industry / Environmental Services background\n, • Experience managing operational teams across multiple locations.\n, • Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental compliance.\n, • Demonstrable experience delivering operational improvements and achieving KPIs.\n, • Excellent people leadership, coaching and performance management skills.\n, • Strong commercial and financial acumen.\n, • Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.\n, • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites.\n\n \n Job Offer \n\n • Rate dependent on the level of experience.\n, • Temporary contract offering a flexible working arrangement.\n\n

My Client is seeking an experienced and driven Operations Manager to lead and coordinate activities across three sites within the Leicester area. This is a high-profile leadership position responsible for ensuring operational excellence, driving continuous improvement, maintaining compliance standards, and developing high-performing teams reporting directly into the General Manager. \n Client Details \n My client are a leader in their industry, sustainability, safety & innovation are at the heart of everything they do. Joining their Leicester operation offers the opportunity to lead a diverse multi-site function, make a tangible impact on business performance, and contribute to a more sustainable future \n Description \n\n • Provide leadership and operational oversight across three Leicester-based sites (1 Main site, 2 smaller)\n, • Drive a strong health, safety, environmental and compliance culture.\n, • Manage operational teams to achieve business objectives.\n, • Ensure all sites operate efficiently, meeting KPIs for productivity, quality, service and cost.\n, • Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives.\n, • Lead workforce planning, resource allocation and succession planning activities.\n, • Monitor budgets, operational expenditure and financial performance.\n, • Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.\n, • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory, environmental and company standards.\n, • Produce operational reports and present performance updates to senior management.\n, • Support growth initiatives, new projects and operational change programmes.\n\n Profile \n I'm looking for a commercially minded operations professional who combines strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach to managing multi-site Operations. \n\n • Proven experience in an Operations Manager, General Manager or Multi-Site Management role.\n, • You will ideally be from a Waste/ Waste Management / Heavy Industry background\n, • Experience managing operational teams across multiple locations.\n, • Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental compliance.\n, • Demonstrable experience delivering operational improvements and achieving KPIs.\n, • Excellent people leadership, coaching and performance management skills.\n, • Strong commercial and financial acumen.\n, • Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.\n, • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites.\n\n Job Offer \n\n • Up to £55,000/annum\n, • Solid Benefits Package\n, • Company car provided as part of the package.\n, • Permanent position offering stability and growth opportunities.\n

Legal Practice Manager - must be from Legal\n Location:LeicestershireSalary: Competitive, dependent on experience \n Hours - Part time The Opportunity\n Are you an experienced Practice Manager or Legal Operations professional looking for your next leadership role? \n Our client, a well-established and highly regarded law firm based in Leicester, is looking to appoint an experienced Practice Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the practice. This is a key position within the firm, offering the opportunity to work closely with the Partners to drive operational excellence, support future growth, and help shape the continued success of the business. \n This role would suit a commercially minded, organised and proactive individual who enjoys leading teams, improving processes and ensuring the highest standards of client service and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities\n As Practice Manager, your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Managing the day-to-day operations of the legal practice.\n, • Working alongside the Partners to deliver the firm's strategic and commercial objectives.\n, • Leading, motivating and developing the administration and support teams.\n, • Reviewing and improving operational processes to increase efficiency, productivity and profitability.\n, • Monitoring budgets, departmental performance and key business metrics.\n, • Managing all HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, appraisals, performance management, absence management and employee wellbeing.\n, • Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations, AML requirements, GDPR and other regulatory obligations.\n, • Working closely with the COLP and COFA to maintain compliance and best practice.\n, • Overseeing office facilities, supplier contracts and operational services.\n, • Managing IT systems, legal case management software and operational improvement projects.\n, • Supporting marketing and business development initiatives.\n, • Maintaining company policies, procedures and professional indemnity insurance requirements.\n, • Assisting with company costings and financial operational planning.\n, • Promoting a positive, collaborative and high-performing working environment.\nAbout You\n To be successful in this role, you will have: \n\n • Previous experience as a Practice Manager, Operations Manager or Senior Office Manager within a legal practice.\n, • A strong understanding of law firm operations and SRA regulatory requirements.\n, • Excellent leadership and people management skills.\n, • Commercial awareness with the ability to identify and implement business improvements.\n, • Experience managing budgets, operational performance and business processes.\n, • Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving abilities.\n, • Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work closely with Partners and senior stakeholders.\n, • A hands-on, proactive management style with the ability to lead change effectively.\n, • Experience using legal case management systems together with Microsoft Office applications.\nWhat's on Offer\n\n, • A senior leadership position within a respected and successful law firm.\n, • The opportunity to influence operational strategy and contribute to the firm's future growth.\n, • A supportive, collaborative and professional working environment.\n, • Competitive salary, depending on experience.\n, • Ongoing professional development and long-term career progression.\n, • The opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing and ambitious legal practice.\n\n If you are an experienced legal Practice Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion. \n Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. \n Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. \n By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Interim Finance Manager\n Leicester | £45,000 | 3-Month FTC with Potential to Go Permanent | Immediate Start \n We are delighted to be working with on an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of processing the financial accounts, manage the accuracy of systems and uphold financial controls within a growing organisation. \n This is a hands-on role combining financial accounting, transactional finance, team management and process improvement, working closely with senior stakeholders to ensure an efficient, well-controlled and high-quality finance function. Key Responsibilities of the Interim Finance Manager\n\n • Assist in leading day-to-day finance operations, systems and financial controls\n, • Manage transactional finance including purchase ledger, sales ledger, bank reconciliations and VAT\n, • Oversee month-end processes, financial accounting and reporting\n, • Manage, support and develop finance staff\n, • Maintain strong financial controls, governance and compliance\n, • Drive process improvements, automation and efficiencies\n, • Lead the administration and development of finance systems\n, • Support internal and external audits\n, • Provide financial advice and support to budget holders and senior stakeholders\nAbout You\n\n, • Strong experience across financial and operational accounting\n, • Excellent understanding of financial controls, governance and compliance\n, • Strong transactional finance knowledge and hands-on approach\n, • Previous experience managing and developing a finance team\n, • Experience improving finance processes and systems\n, • Strong Excel and finance systems capability\n, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills\n, • Proactive, solutions-focused and comfortable driving change\n\n If you are available immediately to start from 24th August 2026 and have the required hands-on experience, we'd love to hear from you! Don't hesitate to apply! \n For this role, please note: \n\n • Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without the need for any sponsorship.\n, • Candidates must be based within a reasonable commuting distance of Leicester to accommodate 2 days onsite - this is non-negotiable.\n, • CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised.\n\n At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Interim Financial Reporting Manager — 8 Weeks — Leicester \n Day rate: £350-400 (DOE) Umb rate Inside IR35 Fully office-based Start Date: 1st September \n We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established Leicester organisation for an experienced Interim Financial Reporting Manager to provide cover during a period of leave. \n This is a fast-paced, high-impact assignment — 8 weeks in total, with 2 weeks shadowing before running the finance reporting function solo. You'll need to be someone who can walk in, get up to speed quickly, and be adding value from week one. \n What you'll be doing: \n\n • Overseeing month-end close and ensuring management accounts are delivered on time\n, • Acting as the key point of contact for stakeholders across the business, managing queries and relationships that would otherwise fall to the Financial Controller\n, • Supporting external audit fieldwork — providing samples, reconciliations, and data as requested by the auditors during a live audit window\n, • Providing guidance to a small team of management accountants at varying stages of experience\n, • Maintaining core financial controls and reporting integrity throughout\n\n What we're looking for: \n\n • ACA or ACCA qualified (CIMA considered only with significant, demonstrable audit experience)\n, • A proven track record operating at Financial Reporting Manager level or above, ideally within a large organisation with a complex, multi-stream commercial and cost base\n, • Strong, confident Excel and data-handling skills — this role involves significant data manipulation to support audit and reporting requirements\n, • Experience of SAP is a strong advantage — you'll need to be self-sufficient on systems quickly\n, • A calm, capable operator who can hit the ground running, manage competing priorities, and hold things steady without heavy oversight\n\n Why this role:This is a genuinely varied and interesting short-term assignment with an exciting and fast-paced organisation — ideal for an interim professional between contracts, or someone looking for a defined, high-impact piece of work this autumn. \n Due to the short timeframe of this assignment, we're looking to move quickly.

Finance Manager Leicester - Hybrid - 2 days office / 3 days remote £55,000 + BonusWe're working with a large, multi-site UK business undergoing continued growth and transformation, looking to appoint a commercially focused Finance Manager to join its high-performing finance team. Reporting into senior finance leadership, you'll act as a true business partner to operational and commercial stakeholders, providing financial insight, challenging performance and helping drive profitability, efficiency and strategic decision-making. Duties of the Finance Manager- Partner with operational and commercial teams to improve financial performance and profitability. - Deliver insightful reporting, analysis and KPI dashboards to support key business decisions. - Identify cost-saving opportunities, trends and areas for operational improvement. - Lead and support business improvement and efficiency projects. - Assist with budgeting, forecasting, overhead management and capital expenditure. - Present financial information and recommendations to senior stakeholders across the business. - Help strengthen financial controls, processes and reporting. About You- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. - Previous experience in a Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance or Management Accounting role. - Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel. - Confident communicator, able to influence and challenge stakeholders at all levels. - Commercially minded with the ability to turn financial data into meaningful business insight. - Self-motivated, proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities. The OpportunityThis is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, forward-thinking organisation where finance is a genuine commercial partner to the wider business. The role offers broad exposure, senior stakeholder engagement, hybrid working and the chance to influence key operational and strategic decisions. \n

A leading professional services firm are offering a rare and exciting job opportunity in Leicester, suited to a qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA) from a practice background, who wants to develop a career in mergers and acquisitions / corporate finance focused work or is in this field already. \n The firm will consider: \n • People already operating in corporate finance, transaction services or related advisory fields \n • Accountants from strong audit, accountancy or related backgrounds, in practice, plus they will consider those seeking a return to professional services after a spell in industry \n • The firm are seeking sufficient experience, so applications are encouraged from qualified accountants, ideally Manager to AD level, but strong Assistant Manager applications will be considered. \n \n In core terms, the firm do mergers and acquisitions and handle related finance affairs, but they are involved in a wider variety and depth of work than some other, comparable operators. \n Crucially, for people transferring across from other disciplines, the firm use no timesheets at all! Employees are judged by outputs, not recording their time. \n \n The firm are ideally seeking a qualified accountant, with them open to people who have suitable advisory experience, or people transferring across from audit, transaction services etc. \n \n\n • On the M&A side, they are involved in buy side and sell-side advisory, getting underneath the numbers for a client, providing integrated forecasting, presenting profit and loss forecasts and business valuations, often done for the purposes of a lender.\n, • This position involves no compliance, it is boutique M&A and debt advisory, fast-paced and varied. In very nice offices in Leicester, they are in the office, working as a team together, which is a priority for them.\n\n\n, • Preparing integrated forecasts, presenting financial positions on IM, the firm are keen to secure someone who will open up a set of accounts and know what’s involved. With the firm doing a lot of project work outside of the usual boundaries of M&A, their work is some of the most varied available in the Midlands.\n\n\n, • It is a busy but relaxed environment and in terms of reward, on top of a strong basic salary, there are discretionary bonuses which are generous and the Directors pay these intermittently, based on the firm’s success. \n\n\n, • The firm are keen to support people through their own development, day to day, there is a real variety of work, “spinning multiple plates”, working on varied mandates.\n\n\n, • Salary wise, they really are open, but it’s likely to land somewhere in the £50K to £75K basic area, plus the generous, discretionary bonuses on top, 25 days holiday bank hols, private medical etc.\n\n \n \n

Alternatively, Grant ThorntonAt Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance. A true alternative. With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we're on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career. Job Description:NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF. Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.Our Private Capital corporate tax team specialises in looking after exciting entrepreneurial businesses - we focus on the tax affairs of privately owned and private equity backed companies. These are exciting businesses to work with, they are dynamic, entrepreneurial and often fast growing and they need us to help them navigate their increasingly complex tax compliance obligations and support with a range of tax advisory projects as they grow, restructure and consider succession planning.Our approach is to work hard to build a strong trusted adviser relationship - we listen to what they want to achieve from a business and a personal perspective and help them do so in the most tax efficient way.We are part of a much wider national tax practice that also consists of corporate and multinational (who deal with groups with significant multi-national footprint and in-house tax functions) and our specialist services (innovation tax, employment taxes, VAT and real estate). We are able to draw on this specialist expertise to support our Private Capital clients as they grow.A look into the role As a Manager within our Private Capital Corporate Tax team you will have the opportunity to work with a varied client base, from owner-managed business to private equity backed businesses. You will:Be advising a broad range of clients on a range of tax issues, covering a broad range of compliance and advisory projectsBe actively involved in client meetings, concisely and confidently answering client queriesEngender trust and respect from clients by producing high quality tax advice accurately, delivering on expectations and deadlinesLead from the front in regards to delivering client work, engaging with the wider Tax teams to ensure correct skill utilisation on all projectsTake responsibility for developing more junior team members, understanding their career aspiration and support in this deliveryProvide intelligent and creative solutions to client tax issues both reactively and proactively, taking an active approach to cross-selling wider solutions for other teams around the GT network.Lead on pitch/proposals. You’ll actively grow the business by being present in the market and demonstrating our capabilities to clients and targets.Knowing you’re right for us Joining us as Manager, the minimum criteria you’ll need is a professional qualification (CTA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with post qualification experience, and to be confident managing a portfolio of entrepreneurial business clients.It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way:You’ll possess strong knowledge of UK corporate tax legislation and a working knowledge of international conceptsYou’ll have reviewed work and supervised people in a tax environmentYou’ll have gained experience working within a professional services environmentYou’ll have experience of managing a large portfolio of tax clientsYou’ll have demonstrable Business Development experienceAn eagerness to develop deep knowledge of the firm’s services and capabilitiesKnowing we’re right for you The culture at Grant Thornton is what sets us apart, we’re known for our inclusive culture and creating environments where all our people can flourish. The things that set you apart, we value them, and this helps us all to perform at our best. Our values are the unwavering principles that shape our daily behaviours and decisions, alongside our drive to do the right thing. We’re looking for people who align with our values and are purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind. You can learn more about our values in practice here. It’s not just about our culture and values, in addition to a competitive salary and reward package, us you’ll also get: Tailored development programmes and access to coaching Flexible bank holidays – allowing you to celebrate the days that are important to you Benefits including pension, life assurance and private medical, additional holiday purchasing and health benefits Any benefits giving you access to shopping discounts, gym memberships, financial advice And more. Visit our benefits section to read more. How we work We have a trust-based way of working, driven by responsible people who have the best interests of our firm and our clients at heart. Our how we work framework gives flexibility in where, how, and when we work to deliver the best results for our clients, whilst helping you keep a balance between work and life. Life is more than work, the things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles. That is how it should be. We’re looking for people who can help drive the business forward, who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be. #LI-BWSummaryLocation: Birmingham; Milton Keynes; Leicester; CambridgeType: Full time

Alternatively, Grant ThorntonAt Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance. A true alternative. With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we're on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career. Job Description:Why Public Sector Audit at Grant ThorntonOur UK audit practice is built of over 2300 people working across 24 locations. We’re really proud of the strong position our audit practice is in from a wellbeing, resource and quality perspective, the latter of which is shown through our recent positive AQR results.Grant Thornton is one of the UK's leading providers of local audit services, appointed by the local audit body to audit hundreds of local government and NHS bodies across England. Our Public Sector Audit team plays a vital role in maintaining public trust and accountability in local public finances.We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager to join our specialist team, focusing on the oversight and resolution of formal processes that arise from our local audit work. This is a high-profile, intellectually demanding role at the heart of public accountability — requiring sound regulatory judgement, technical audit expertise, and strong stakeholder management skills.This role reports directly to the Public Sector Audit Partner lead.Life is about more than workThe things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, whether that’s reduced or condensed hours, job shares, we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance. Everyone in the firm is encouraged to work in a hybrid way, want to go for a run at 3pm, or collect children from school? That’s fine with us if it fits with your client work. Our framework for how we work underpins our approach, giving us all the confidence to make decisions that work for us, and our teams.Knowing we’re right for youEmbracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.A look into the roleAs a Senior Public Sector Audit Complaints and Objections Manager within our Public Sector Audit service line, you will:1. Complaints handling Lead the management and resolution of complaints relating to Grant Thornton's local audit work, ensuring responses are robust, evidence-based and compliant with the relevant complaints framework. Engage with complainants, internal audit teams and, where appropriate, the Financial Reporting Council.2. Objections under the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014 Manage the end-to-end process for local elector objections to audited accounts. Assess the legal and technical merits of objections, coordinate with responsible audit engagement teams, and produce well-reasoned written decisions in accordance with the Act and associated guidance.3. Whistleblowing allegations Act as a key point of contact for whistleblowing disclosures relevant to audited bodies. Triage and investigate allegations in line with Grant Thornton's whistleblowing policy and auditing standards, ensuring appropriate confidentiality, escalation and follow-through.4. Matters brought to auditors' attention Respond to matters raised by electors and others under auditing standards and the National Audit Code for local audit. Assess whether matters require further audit action, prepare considered responses, and liaise with engagement teams to ensure appropriate follow-up within statutory timescales.The role also involves contributing to the development of internal guidance and policies on these processes, supporting training across the local audit practice, and working closely with our technical and quality teams. You will represent Grant Thornton externally in formal correspondence and, on occasion, in meetings with regulators and audited bodiesKnowing you’re right for usJoining us as an the minimum criteria you’ll need is:Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent)Local government or public sector audit experienceKnowledge of the LAAA 2014 and the National Audit CodeStrong written communication and analytical skillsConfident stakeholder and relationship managementAbility to manage multiple complex matters simultaneouslyA curiosity about public accountability and a commitment to the public interest are essentialIt would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way.Experience in a regulatory, legal, or complaints environmentFamiliarity with audit quality and oversight frameworksBeyond the job The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm’s values – purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind.We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be.SummaryLocation: London; Nottingham; Milton Keynes; Edinburgh; Leicester; Gatwick; Southampton; Manchester; Reading; Leeds; Oxford; Bristol; Birmingham; Aberdeen; Sheffield; Newcastle; Colchester; Liverpool; Glasgow; CambridgeType: Full time

Property Manager \n Carlton Estates · Narborough, Leicestershire · Permanent \n Looking to build a career in residential lettings, not just process another tenancy? Join a team trusted with over 400 managed properties across Leicestershire. \n About Carlton Estates \n Carlton Estates is a fully independent, family-run estate agency based in Narborough, right next to the train station. The team covers residential sales and lettings across Leicestershire, and the lettings side now manages over 400 properties. It's a small enough team that your work gets noticed. \n The role \n This role sits at the centre of the managed lettings book, supporting landlords and tenants through the everyday reality of renting a property. You'll coordinate maintenance, compliance and inspections across a portfolio of 400+ homes, working closely with contractors, inventory clerks and the wider team. This role will have a particular emphasis on handling maintenance issues \n You'll \n\n • Manage tenancy support and property maintenance in line with signed Terms of Business\n, • Coordinate contractors and outsourced trades to keep repairs on time and to standard\n, • Ensure every property holds current EPC, gas safety and electrical safety certificates\n, • Arrange inventories, check-ins and check-outs with the inventory clerk and tenants\n, • Carry out routine property visits and report findings back to landlords\n, • Negotiate and mediate deposit releases between landlords and tenants\n\n What you'll bring - essential \n\n • Previous experience in residential property management or lettings administration\n, • Working knowledge of current lettings legislation, including EPCs and safety certification\n, • Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle\n, • Confident use of Microsoft packages with good keyboard skills\n, • Experience coordinating contractors or maintenance work to a deadline\n\n Useful, not essential \n\n • Previous use of Alto and CFP Winman\n, • Familiarity with Fixflo and Propoly\n, • Experience with general lettings viewings and negotiation\n, • Experience conducting fire safety checks on managed blocks\n\n Benefits & culture \n Financial: £27,000-£30,000 per annum, depending on experience. \n Flexibility: choice of full-time or part-time, school-friendly hours, both including two planned Saturdays a month. \n Development: room to grow within residential lettings as the managed portfolio expands. \n Culture: independent and family-run, with direct contact with landlords and tenants. \n Working arrangements \n Location: Narborough, Leicestershire | Office-based \n Contract: Permanent | Full-time, 37.5 hours, Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm, or part-time Mon-Fri 9.30am-2.30pm \n Saturday working: Two Saturdays a month on either schedule, always planned in advance \n Travel: Full UK driving licence for property visits with access to the company vehicle \n How to apply \n If your lettings experience is ready for a firm that manages its own patch, click apply and we'll take it from there.

RECfinancial are currently recruiting for an Interim Management Accountant, on a full-time basis. Working with a successful engineering company based in Leicester.Our client is a market leader within their sector, this is a unique opportunity for a dedicated and meticulous Management Accountant to join their team for an interim position. Collaborating with an experienced Finance Manager to further develop and refine the successful applicants skillset.Commutable from Leicester, Thurmaston, Birstall, Syston and LeicestershireMain role of Management Accountant:Act as deputy to the Finance Manager during any periods of absence. Ensure the ongoing accuracy and integrity of financial reports, systems, and accounting data within the team. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize existing workflows, enhance productivity, and control costs within the business. Plus be able to provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members.This is a great opportunity for a Management Accountant wanting to work with a bigger finance department for a well established engineering company.Responsibilities of the Management Accountant include:Provide effective management accounting support, within the Finance teamComplete monthly reviews, various journal entries and corrections within a set deadline.Assist with the submission of accurate VAT and IPR returnsResponsible for reconciling balance sheet accounts,Assist in the preparation and submission of monthly accounts.Complete back up documentation on a regular basisExplanation of variances from plan and implementationAssisted responsibility for the financial accountingAssist with the preparation of monthly hedge balance sheet forecastsResponsible for ensuring foreign currency is correctly recorded, including currency revaluations and changing currency ratesAssist in the preparation of year-end statutory financial accountsTo continually strive to improve and simplify procedures and systemsIdeal Skills and experience:Ideal experience working within a fast-paced manufacturing environmentExcellent communication, teamwork and leadership skillsDriven and adaptable to constant change and streamlining.Ability to work as part of a larger Finance teamACCA/CIMA qualified with demonstrable relevant experienceIn return our clients offer a long-term career opportunity in a reputable, established organisation, in a fantastic environment.Full-Time office based, Monday to FridayCompetitive Salary £40,000k - £45,000kFree Parking on-siteDont miss out on this fantastic opportunity and apply through the web site as we would like to hear from you.Please note we are unable to accept candidates without UK experience or requiring sponsorship.INDTBTPBN1_UKTJ

Pricing Manager \n Hybrid - London(1x day per week) \n £60,000 - £80,000 + benefits \n \n If you're looking for an opportunity to combine leadership, pricing strategy, and advanced analytics in a highly data-driven environment, this Home Risk Pricing Manager role offers excellent scope for impact. You will lead key pricing initiatives, shape risk strategy, and help drive profitable growth within a well-established insurance business that is investing heavily in its data and analytics capabilities. \n \n The Company \n They are a leading UK financial services organisation with a strong focus on analytics, innovation, and customer outcomes. Data and pricing sit at the heart of their commercial strategy, with significant investment in technology, modelling, and decision-making capabilities. Their collaborative culture encourages curiosity, continuous improvement, and the development of new ideas. You will work alongside experts across pricing, actuarial, data science, underwriting, and engineering functions. \n \n The Role \n As a Home Risk Pricing Manager, you will lead a small team while delivering pricing strategies that drive business performance and improve risk selection. \n Responsibilities include: \n\n • Leading and developing a team of pricing analysts through coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance\n, • Prioritising pricing initiatives to support profit and growth objectives\n, • Analysing policy, claims, quote, and market data to identify opportunities for pricing optimisation\n, • Evaluating and implementing new data sources, methodologies, and analytical approaches\n, • Reviewing predictive models developed by actuarial and data science teams\n, • Determining the most effective application of model outputs within pricing algorithms\n, • Identifying customer segments and pricing opportunities to improve commercial performance\n, • Building and maintaining automated analytical tools to generate pricing insights\n, • Partnering with underwriting, actuarial, data science, engineering, fraud, and commercial stakeholders across the business\n, • Supporting wider underwriting and strategic projects that deliver measurable business value\n\n Your Skills & Experience \n Strong commercial experience within general insurance pricing, risk analytics, or a related function.Experience leading or mentoring analysts within a pricing or analytics environmentAdvanced analytical and coding capabilities, ideally using PythonAbility to work confidently with large, complex datasets and statistical conceptsStrong understanding of predictive modelling and pricing methodologiesExperience translating analytical insights into commercial actionsExcellent stakeholder management and communication skillsCurious, proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation \n What They Offer \n Salary up to £80,000 depending on experienceAnnual performance bonus£5,000 car allowanceFlexible hybrid working modelPrivate medical insuranceCompetitive pension contribution schemeLife assurance and income protectionComprehensive wellbeing and healthcare benefitsGenerous annual leave allowance with additional flexible optionsAccess to learning, development, and long-term career progression opportunities \n How to Apply \n If you're interested in this Home Risk Pricing Manager opportunity, apply today to discuss how your experience aligns with the role.

Regional Commercial Manager - Social Housing Refurb & Decarbonisation£80-90K + Car / Allowance + Bonus + BenefitsWest & East Midlands \n We are working with a leading regeneration contractor to recruit a Commercial Manager to deliver a portfolio of planned maintenance and decarbonisationprojects across the Midlands for Housing Associations and Local Councils. \n As a key member of the leadership team, you will play a crucial role in driving the commercial strategy across the region. Your responsibilities will encompass procurement, risk management, pre and post-contract activities, margin enhancement, and fostering a culture of people development across the commercial team. \n You will oversee all commercial operations for your contracts, collaborating with an experienced team to deliver outstanding results. Travel across sites in Leicestershire, Warwickshire and Cambridgeshire is required with this role. \n Commercial Manager Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Overseeing the commercial activity across multiple social housing contracts, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.\n, • Managing project P&L, forecasts, valuations, and reporting to consistently achieve or exceed financial objectives.\n, • Partnering with operational teams to enhance contract performance and maximise client satisfaction.\n, • Supporting contract mobilisation, execution, and ongoing improvement initiatives.\n, • Championing innovation and identifying opportunities to drive growth, efficiency, and added value.\n\n Commercial Manager Experience: \n\n • Proven experience in a commercial role with a main contractor delivering similar projects.\n, • Strong understanding of TPC, JCT, or NEC contract\n, • Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills\n\n Commercial Manager Salary & Benefits: \n\n • Base salary up to £90,000\n, • Performance-related bonus\n, • Influence and autonomy within a growing business\n, • Clear path for progression\n\n To succeed in this role, you will need to demonstrate strong communication skills, excellent leadership capabilities, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. You should be able to drive profitable results while inspiring and developing a high-performing team. Previous experience in social housing/property services projects across multiple sites is essential. \n For a chance of securing this role, please apply online now or contact Bianca on for more information.

Our client is seeking an experienced Office Manager to join its Facilities Team in Leicester, Leicestershire, overseeing the smooth, safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the office. The role combines facilities management, reception oversight, administration, health and safety and supplier management within a professional legal environment. Key Responsibilities • Oversee the day-to-day running, presentation and maintenance of the office • Manage office supplies, stationery, equipment and facilities • Coordinate post, franking, DX, couriers and archiving • Manage reception operations, including rotas and holiday cover • Greet clients and provide a professional and welcoming reception service • Manage meeting room bookings and office facilities • Coordinate repairs, maintenance, contractors and facilities providers • Manage facilities contracts including cleaning, security, catering and parking • Support office projects, renovations and refurbishments • Maintain GDPR and secure storage processes • Monitor and maintain office health and safety standards • Manage fire risk assessments, fire drills, alarm checks and fire safety compliance • Conduct regular premises inspections and ensure issues are addressed appropriately Requirements • Previous experience in office management, facilities management, law firm or a similar role • Experience managing office equipment, facilities and administrative procedures • Good understanding of health and safety principles and fire risk assessments • Strong Microsoft Office skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Highly organised with strong attention to detail • Reliable, proactive and able to use initiative • Strong problem-solving skills • Professional approach with discretion and confidentiality • GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent What's on Offer • Perks at Work discounts • Profit share scheme and discretionary bonus • 25 days' holiday • One paid charity day per year • Comprehensive private medical cover • Wellbeing programme and regular wellbeing events • Supportive and collaborative working environment Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful

Join Our Team as a Nursery Manager!\n Position: Nursery Manager (Development Opportunity for High-Performing Deputies) Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum DOE Why You’ll Love Working Here\n At our nursery, we believe in nurturing talent and providing a supportive environment where you can thrive. Here’s what we offer: \n\n • Up to 25% annual salary bonus\n, • Generous holiday allowance: Up to 33 days (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off: A special gift from us!\n, • Substantial childcare discount\n, • Ongoing professional development & training\n, • Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus\n, • Menopause support, financial wellbeing tools, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme\n, • Cycle to Work scheme & easy-access pension plan\n, • Discounted private medical insurance\n, • International travel opportunities through our talent exchange programme\n, • Access to our Hive benefits platform for exclusive retail discounts and wellbeing resources\n\n And that’s just the beginning! Our Hive Wellbeing Hub offers mental health support, a dedicated Celebrating You space to recognize your achievements, and a Grow With Us programme to fuel your career ambitions. Your Next Big Opportunity\n This is an exciting chance for an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager ready to step into a full Nursery Manager role. Here’s what makes this position unique: \n\n • You will take full leadership responsibility for a nursery, backed by a strong regional team and central support.\n, • We seek someone already excelling in a deputy role, eager to embrace broader ownership, decision-making, and leadership accountability.\n, • From day one, you’ll enjoy autonomy, supported by a robust structure designed to help you succeed without micromanagement.\nAbout Our Nursery\n Welcome to Busy Bees Leicester Oadby! Rated "Good" by Ofsted, our purpose-built nursery has been nurturing children since 2000. With a capacity of 52 children, our one-level facility creates a friendly and happy environment, featuring three spacious rooms for play and learning. Plus, we offer free parking for our staff! Your Key Responsibilities\n\n • Step into full Nursery Manager responsibility for a well-supported setting.\n, • Lead and develop a high-performing early years team.\n, • Ensure high standards of care, education, safeguarding, and compliance.\n, • Drive continuous improvement in practice and outcomes for children.\n, • Take ownership of staffing, performance, and day-to-day operations.\n, • Build strong relationships with families and your local community.\n, • Collaborate with regional leadership to support quality and occupancy goals.\nAre You the Right Fit?\n We’re looking for a Deputy Manager ready for progression who can demonstrate: \n\n • Strong, proven performance in a Deputy Nursery Manager role, preferably supernumerary.\n, • Confidence in leading rooms, staff, or key areas of a setting.\n, • Solid understanding of EYFS and Ofsted expectations.\n, • Experience supporting inspections or quality improvement work.\n, • The ability to lead teams, influence practice, and manage responsibility.\n, • A clear ambition to step into full nursery leadership.\n\n You may already be acting up into manager responsibilities or leading significant areas of your current setting. Qualifications and Experience\n\n • NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3.\n, • Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager.\n, • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.\n, • A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.\nReady to Take the Next Step?\n If you are a Deputy Nursery Manager eager to advance your career, we would love to hear from you!

Overview \n Are you an experienced procurement professional looking for an opportunity to make a real impact? \n Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can take ownership, influence key business decisions and deliver measurable results from day one? \n At Kara Healthcare, we are committed to providing exceptional care for our residents and are guided by our core values of Care, Compassion, Respect, Integrity and Excellence. To support our continued growth, we are looking for a highly capable Procurement Manager who can hit the ground running and play a key role in strengthening our procurement function. \n We are looking for a commercially minded procurement professional with experience in sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimisation. You will drive value, deliver sustainable savings, and ensure our homes receive the products and services needed to provide outstanding resident care. \n If you are proactive, results-focused, and passionate about making a difference, we'd love to hear from you. \n \n Your duties: \n As Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies that support the operational and financial objectives of Kara Healthcare. You will work closely with key stakeholders across the organisation to ensure value for money, supply continuity and quality standards are consistently achieved. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Develop and implement procurement and sourcing strategies across multiple categories.\n, • Lead supplier negotiations to achieve best value, service quality and contractual terms.\n, • Identify and deliver sustainable cost-saving opportunities without compromising resident care.\n, • Manage procurement budgets and monitor expenditure against targets.\n, • Conduct spend analysis and provide detailed reporting to support decision-making.\n, • Lead tender processes and contract renewals in line with business requirements.\n, • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.\n, • Monitor supplier performance and manage service level agreements.\n, • Identify and mitigate procurement, supplier and supply chain risks.\n, • Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement processes and systems.\n, • Ensure procurement activities comply with relevant legislation, policies and best practices.\n\n \n Key Skills & Experience: \n We are looking for someone who has: \n\n • Proven experience in a Procurement Manager or Senior Procurement role.\n, • Strong strategic procurement and sourcing expertise.\n, • Demonstrable success in contract negotiation and supplier management.\n, • Experience delivering measurable cost reductions and value improvement initiatives.\n, • Strong budget management and commercial awareness.\n, • Advanced spend analysis and reporting capabilities.\n, • Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.\n, • Tendering and contract management experience.\n, • Risk management and supply chain management expertise.\n, • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.\n, • Experience driving change and continuous improvement.\n, • Advanced Excel skills and experience using procurement systems.\n, • Experience within elderly care, healthcare or social care environments is desirable.\n\n \n About you: \n The ideal candidate will be: \n\n • Commercially astute and business focused.\n, • Results-driven with a proactive approach.\n, • Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities.\n, • An analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.\n, • A confident people person and skilled negotiator.\n, • Collaborative, resilient and adaptable.\n, • Passionate about balancing commercial value with exceptional quality of care.\n\n \n Why Join our team? \n At Kara Healthcare, every decision we make is centred around improving the lives of our residents. As Procurement Manager, you will have a direct impact on ensuring our homes receive the products, services and support they need to deliver outstanding care while achieving sustainable value for the business. \n If you are an experienced procurement professional looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference and are ready to hit the ground running, we would love to hear from you. \n Follow our CEO Nitesh Somani or Kara Healthcare LinkedIn to find out more about us. \n \n Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to delivering excellence in care.

We are seeking an experienced and driven Maintenance Engineering Manager to lead the engineering and maintenance function at our Leicester manufacturing site. \n \n Reporting directly to the Leicester Site Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the engineering department, ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of all plant and equipment. You will lead internal and external engineering resources, oversee maintenance and capital investment projects, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to support operational excellence. \n \n This is a pivotal leadership role requiring a hands-on engineering professional with significant manufacturing experience, strong people management skills and a passion for safety, reliability and performance improvement. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead, develop and motivate the Engineering and Maintenance team to achieve operational objectives.\n, • Build a positive, proactive engineering culture focused on safety, reliability and continuous improvement.\n, • Oversee all maintenance activities, ensuring maximum equipment uptime and operational efficiency.\n, • Develop and manage preventative maintenance programmes for all manufacturing equipment.\n, • Conduct regular safety audits and inspections, ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.\n, • Identify equipment improvements and implement solutions to enhance performance and reliability.\n, • Manage engineering resources, contractors and budgets effectively.\n, • Prepare departmental budgets, forecasts and expenditure plans.\n, • Identify, justify and deliver CAPEX projects in line with business objectives.\n, • Ensure CAPEX projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.\n, • Analyse operational and financial performance to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.\n, • Support the introduction of new technologies, equipment and manufacturing processes.\n, • Recruit, train, mentor and develop engineering team members.\n, • Oversee the development and progression of Engineering Apprentices.\n, • Work closely with Production, Quality and Leadership teams to support customer delivery and business objectives.\n, • Deputise for the Site Manager and Production Manager when required.\n, • Support the wider strategic goals and continuous improvement initiatives of the business.\n\n \n What We're Looking For \n \n Essential \n\n • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.\n, • Minimum 5 years' engineering experience within a UK manufacturing environment.\n, • Previous management experience leading engineering or maintenance teams.\n, • NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.\n, • Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance, plant reliability and manufacturing operations.\n, • Proven experience managing engineering budgets and capital expenditure projects.\n, • Excellent leadership, communication and team development skills.\n, • Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.\n, • Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.\n\n \n Desirable \n\n • Experience using MRP/ERP systems.\n, • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM or Continuous Improvement methodologies.\n, • Experience developing apprentices and engineering talent.\n\n \n Why Join Us? \n As a key member of the site leadership team, you'll have the opportunity to influence operational performance, lead strategic engineering projects, develop engineering talent and play a critical role in delivering business objectives. \n \n Apply Today \n If you're an experienced Maintenance Engineering Manager with a passion for engineering excellence, safety and team development, we'd love to hear from you.

Step into the role of Director of Finance. As the Director of Finance, you will play a key role in the leadership of Joules, ensuring strong financial management and control across the business. You will oversee the financial operations, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide strategic insights to support decision-making. This is a critical role that sits on the internal Joules operating board; the position requires a strong understanding of retail finance and the ability to drive profit in a fast-growing business. We are looking for someone who is ready to play a big role in shaping the future of Joules' strategy. The role will help support future-year financial modelling, profit growth and will be accountable for spotting business growth opportunities. This is a full-time role based at ‘The Barn’ - Joules’ purpose-built Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. The typical hours for this role are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and this is an onsite role. Market Harborough in Leicestershire is where Joules began in 1989. This market town is home to the brand’s Head Office and is full of independent shops, bars and restaurants. It also benefits from good transport links to London, making it easily accessible for visitors and commuters alike. • Deliver accurate, timely monthly management accounts and financial reporting. Prepare and present quarterly budgets, in-season forecasting, and financial planning to the Joules board of directors, providing insights and analysis to support performance and profitability., • Understand and appropriately balance the interests of both majority and minority shareholders., • Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and the board., • Monitor cash flow, working capital, and balance sheet management to optimise financial performance, along with working with Next to manage foreign currency requirements to optimise financial resilience., • Develop and maintain a clear current, mid & long-term financial strategy aligned with the Company’s commercial objectives and present these each quarter to the Joules Operating Board., • Identify opportunities to improve profitability, operational efficiency and return on capital., • Provide strategic financial leadership to support business growth and future investment., • Make strategic recommendations regarding the deployment of available capital across buying, marketing, sales channels and wider business initiatives to maximise long-term returns., • Drive profitability across a fast-growing, multi-channel business by rigorously controlling and challenging all incoming costs from both internal teams and external parties., • Work collaboratively with the heads of departments to build robust budgets and financial accountability across every department, becoming a trusted commercial partner to departmental leaders., • Challenge expenditure constructively whilst supporting commercial growth opportunities., • Encourage financially informed decision-making throughout the business., • Manage and develop the company’s relationship with Next and other outsourced finance providers, ensuring high accuracy standards, responsiveness and service delivery., • Oversee relationships with Next on operational costs to ensure accurate service, costing and reporting., • Monitor service levels and improve effectiveness of all outsourced support functions., • Prepare financial reports for senior management, including variance analysis, risk assessments, and performance metrics., • Work closely with NEXT and the internal finance function to develop meaningful management information., • Drive continual improvement in reporting quality, business intelligence and decision support., • Ensure compliance with tax regulations, audits, and key financial legal obligations., • Lead the company’s annual financial audit and the internal audit process in collaboration with the Next group audit team., • Ensure robust internal controls and risk management processes are maintained., • Support the board in maintaining high standards of corporate governance., • Manage and develop a high-performing finance team, providing leadership and support to ensure continued professional growth., • Build strong, respectful relationships throughout the business and collaborate in an effective and trustworthy manner with the senior management team., • Drive process improvements, implement robust internal controls, and ensure financial policies and procedures are adhered to., • Lead and support key projects related to financial systems improvements, business transformation, and strategic initiatives. You will need to operate with a high degree of autonomy, navigating a fast-paced environment with a genuine passion for numbers and a natural ability to connect authentically with people at all levels. We value a sophisticated leadership spirit that embraces change, champions bold ideas openly, and respects the importance of well-dressed time off just as much as delivering exceptional commercial results. • Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)., • Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Finance Manager, ideally within the retail or fashion industry., • Proven experience in preparing and presenting in a Board meeting environment., • Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, and reporting standards., • Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing and developing finance teams., • Exceptional analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and provide strategic recommendations., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the business., • Proficient in financial systems and tools, with a focus on driving process improvements., • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes in a commercial environment., • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced retail environment. In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Joules does not hold a Sponsor Licence and would not, therefore, be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the right to work without sponsorship. Our Working Way At Joules, we honour our British heritage while creating products and experiences that delight, inspire, and connect with our customers every day. We are committed to bringing freshness and innovation to our collections, delivering style, quality, and joy in every season. We strive to be the leading brand in preppy, heritage ‘time off’ clothing, offering standout outerwear and rainwear, layered autumn and winter essentials, fresh spring and summer styles, and a broad selection across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and homeware. At Joules we lead on product, design, print, creative brand strategy and marketing whilst NEXT supports retail, HR, finance, distribution, customer service and returns - offering operational excellence. • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with opportunity to buy/sell, • Private medical insurance, • Health and Wellbeing benefits - Opt in Healthcare cash plan, free digital GP via the Aviva App, Wellhub app access with discounted gym membership, free access to an array of health and wellness apps and much more, • We offer flexible start and finish times and discretionary flexibility to support your needs and help you navigate life's demands as and when your work allows, • 25% staff discount on Joules and NEXT products, • Up to 10% off most NEXT partner Brands & Branded Beauty products, • Up to 25% off Joules partner Brands, • Opt-in clothing allowance, • Access to fantastic discounts at our NEXT staff shop, • Life assurance, • Reward Schemes - From a cycle to work scheme to discounts with nearly 1000 retailers, • Collaborative, progressive and supportive working environment, • Competitive employer pension contributions, • Financial, physical and mental wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Program, • Dedicated Learning and Development, • The Cafe - Our infamous on-site cafe offering subsidised, healthy, fresh and varied food available from breakfast through to lunch and beyond, • Free on-site Parking & low cost EV charging points Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice_joulesHR@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Facilities Account ManagerSalary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annumWe are seeking an experienced Facilities Account Manager to oversee the delivery of an integrated facilities management and catering services contract within a prestigious client environment.This is an excellent opportunity for an operationally focused manager who has experience leading multiple service lines, building strong client relationships, and driving high standards across service delivery. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring contractual performance, operational excellence, financial accountability and team engagement across a diverse and fast-paced account.Working closely with both frontline and management teams, you will act as the key point of contact for the client, ensuring service delivery consistently exceeds expectations while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and growth.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the day-to-day delivery of integrated facilities management and catering services.Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted partner and primary contact.Drive performance against contractual KPIs, SLAs and compliance requirements.Manage budgets, financial performance and forecasting to achieve agreed targets.Lead, coach and develop operational management teams to deliver exceptional service.Ensure high standards of health, safety, quality and statutory compliance.Identify opportunities for service innovation, efficiencies and value enhancement.Produce regular operational and financial reports for internal and client stakeholders.Support business continuity, mobilisation activities and service improvement initiatives where required.About YouWe're looking for a commercially minded and relationship-focused leader with:Experience managing integrated facilities managementExposure to catering, hospitality, workplace services or broader FM environments.Strong financial acumen, including budget management and commercial accountability.Proven ability to manage client relationships at multiple levels.Experience leading diverse operational teams across multiple service streams.Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.A proactive approach with a passion for service excellence and continuous improvement.Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!TPBN1_UKTJ

Location: LeicesterWhat is the role?The purpose of the role is to be responsible for the financial management of sites within the region through effective and efficient controls, producing reports to allow senior management to establish site status.What you'll do as Senior Quantity SurveyorTo primarily be responsible for up to 4 or 5 sites of varying complexity whilst setting up budgets, producing bi-monthly valuations, appointing subcontractors and making subcontractor payments to maintain close cost control and enable management decisionsEnsure weekly and monthly payments are processed efficiently, any disputed items are resolved, allowing site works to proceed unhindered and give an accurate picture of site financial statusProduce site valuations on a bi-monthly basis and present to the Board of Directors to indicate any variation from budgeted figuresUndertake negotiations to obtain the optimum rates for sub-contract appointments to maximise marginsUtilise the Persimmon Group COINS system to set up new sites and establish budget, predicting site profitability for financial planning verificationLiaison with other departments on time to ensure sites run efficiently (Construction, Sales, Customer Care, Accounts)Comply with responsibilities as defined in the Group's Health, Safety & Environment Policy and ensure compliance with the same throughout the team to promote safety in the way we build projectsEnsure that on occasion when deputising for the Manager the team are allocated tasks, where quality of work will need to be verified to maintain it is completed to a good standard within company guidelinesGiven proven experience the role will involve mentoring and training junior members of the team and developing their skills to a sufficient level where they can take on more responsibility and add value to the team, thus improving productivity within the regionOn occasion provide assistance to the Manager when making key business decisions and attend regular regional meetings as the relevant subject expertWhat experience do I need?Minimum of HND/HNC in building relating studiesPrevious experience in the UK residential house building sectorFully conversant with Microsoft Word and ExcelFull UK driving licenceAbility to oversee a number of different projects at different stages of development, whilst having exceptional project management and time management skills.TPBN1_UKTJ

Regional Commercial Manager - Social Housing Refurb & Decarbonisation£80-90K + Car / Allowance + Bonus + BenefitsWest & East MidlandsWe are working with a leading regeneration contractor to recruit a Commercial Manager to deliver a portfolio of planned maintenance and decarbonisation projects across the Midlands for Housing Associations and Local Councils.As a key member of the leadership team, you will play a crucial role in driving the commercial strategy across the region. Your responsibilities will encompass procurement, risk management, pre and post-contract activities, margin enhancement, and fostering a culture of people development across the commercial team.You will oversee all commercial operations for your contracts, collaborating with an experienced team to deliver outstanding results. Travel across sites in Leicestershire, Warwickshire and Cambridgeshire is required with this role.Commercial Manager Key Responsibilities:Overseeing the commercial activity across multiple social housing contracts, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.Managing project P&L, forecasts, valuations, and reporting to consistently achieve or exceed financial objectives.Partnering with operational teams to enhance contract performance and maximise client satisfaction.Supporting contract mobilisation, execution, and ongoing improvement initiatives.Championing innovation and identifying opportunities to drive growth, efficiency, and added value.Commercial Manager Experience:Proven experience in a commercial role with a main contractor delivering similar projects.Strong understanding of TPC, JCT, or NEC contractExcellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skillsCommercial Manager Salary & Benefits:Base salary up to £90,000Performance-related bonusInfluence and autonomy within a growing businessClear path for progressionTo succeed in this role, you will need to demonstrate strong communication skills, excellent leadership capabilities, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. You should be able to drive profitable results while inspiring and developing a high-performing team. Previous experience in social housing/property services projects across multiple sites is essential.For a chance of securing this role, please apply online now or contact Bianca on 07534924521 for more information.TPBN1_UKTJ

Trainee Paraplanner \n Leicestershire (our ref AL1421) \n Salary £33,000 - £35,000 dep on experience + generous benefits package inc parking and hybrid working after initial training and induction \n \n My client was established over 40 years ago and now looks after more than £1.1bn of client assets whilst providing advice and support to high-net-worth clients across the UK from their Leicestershire based offices. \n In 2026, they were proud to receive Professional Adviser’s “Best Financial Advisers to Work for” award for the fourth time. They now have an exciting new opportunity for aCII Diploma Qualified individual to join as a Trainee Paraplanner. Please note, a minimum of 2 years’ experience within financial services administration is required along with a minimum of part of the CII Diploma qualification. \n \n Role Overview \n The Trainee Paraplanner role is a development role for an individual who already has a minimum of 2 years’ experience within financial services administration, to become responsible for supporting the Financial Planner and wider advice process by taking ownership of advice cases, gathering and checking client information, preparing suitability reports and helping deliver a smooth, supportive and personable experience for clients at the point of new financial advice. \n \n Main Tasks \n\n • Take ownership of the advice case from the point of new advice engagement, working closely with the Financial Planner, Client Manager and wider teams to ensure the client journey is clear, timely and well-coordinated.\n, • Prepare the initial meeting pack, including letters of authority, personal financial questionnaire, risk profile documentation and client agreements where required.\n, • Provide follow-up support to the Financial Planner for new prospect enquiries and advice cases and act as a key point of contact for clients throughout the initial advice process.\n, • Issue welcome communications and initial meeting notes via secure email, secure portal or post, as appropriate.\n, • Action and follow up on meeting notes, including investigating existing arrangements\n, • Conduct regular follow-ups with providers on existing arrangements and provide timely updates to the Financial Planner and the client.\n, • Prepare or obtain illustrations for pensions, investments and annuities, where required.\n, • Coordinate with Office Support to schedule client meetings once all information is in place, ensuring the suitability report, cash flow reports and supporting documentation are prepared and issued in accordance with meeting arrangements.\n, • Prepare suitability reports that meet FCA requirements and provide clear, accurate and client-focused documentation, to enable client understanding.\n, • Complete a comprehensive handover to the Client Management Team to ensure a smooth transition into advice being implemented.\n, • Use key business systems effectively and compliantly, including Intelliflo, Virtual Cabinet, Moneyinfo, Exchange, Quilter and Aviva, where relevant to the case.\n, • Work closely with the Financial Planners, Compliance, Head of Pensions and Head of Investments, to ensure suitability reports are accurate, compliant and client friendly.\n, • Work with SIPP, SSAS, Client Management and Financial Planners to ensure the effective preparation of client documents before and after meetings.\n, • Work with other members of the team to provide peer checking, where appropriate, to minimise errors, meet deadlines, and provide holiday cover.\n\n \n \n Person Specification \n Qualifications & Experience \n Essential \n\n • Part (minimum) Level 4 CII Diploma in Financial Planning (or equivalent experience).\n, • Educated to A level standard (or equivalent) as a minimum.\n, • A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a financial services administration role.\n\n Desirable \n\n • Degree in Finance, Economics or Business (or equivalent work experience).\n, • A commitment to completing the CII level 4 qualificaiton within a given timescale\n\n Knowledge & Skills Required \n Essential \n\n • Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, providers, accountants and other professional connections via various methods – phone, letter, email, etc.\n, • Knowledge relating to pension, investment and protection products and their application in financial planning.\n, • Knowledge of FCA rules relating to Conduct of Business, Money Laundering, Training and Competence and Client Money, along with other financial services legislation relevant to the role.\n, • Ability to create and maintain accurate computer-based records.\n, • Knowledge of Data Protection legislation.\n, • Knowledge of money laundering procedures relevant to the role and individual responsibilities in this area.\n, • Ability to work within level of authority and to refer work when appropriate.\n, • Demonstrate good time management skills.\n\n Desirable \n\n • Knowledge of the firm, its products, services and procedures.\n, • Knowledge of IT systems and programs relevant to the role (Intelliflo, Virtual Cabinet, Moneyinfo, Pershing, Quilter, Aviva, Adobe and the Microsoft 365 suite).\n\n \n Benefits \n\n • Discretionary Bonus | Life assurance | Pension | 24 days holiday increasing incrementally | Health Cash Plan Scheme | Free Parking | Hybrid scheme following initial training and induction\n\n \n \n If this role is of interest, please apply with an up to date CV.We aim to respond to all applications within 10 days. 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Job titleArea Sales ManagerFunctionSME Field SalesLocationHome BasedReports toRegional Sales ManagerResponsible for staffN/AAbout our businessJLA is a mission critical infrastructure solutions business offering services Laundry, Catering, Heating, Fire Safety, Infection Control and Air Conditioning.The company offers an end-to-end, on premise, machine supply and breakdown service proposition under the name Total Care, and additional products and services. JLA is driven by a world class Sales & Marketing engine, owns and maintains all assets, and has an efficient on-site operations team working with daily with customers.When you join the JLA family, you'll also gain access to an extensive benefits package.We care about our people and take your well-being seriously, which is why we offer a range of supportive tools for health and wellbeing, financial guidance, and legal advice. Our Employee Assistance Programme, 24/7 Wellness and Lifestyle App plus a dedicated team of Mental Health First Aiders are there to support you through life's challenges. We also offer up to 8 counselling sessions, which can be in-person or remote, providing you with the support and flexibility to suit your own personal needs.You can reach any fitness goals with our free onsite gym at head office along with a range of other gym membership discounts available.To offer financial support, we not only provide life assurance coverage, company sick pay, and a company pension scheme, we offer a range of added benefits such as free office parking, eye care vouchers, a cycle-to-work scheme, and exclusive discounts through our staff benefits hub.We really pride ourselves in offering a healthy work-life balance and believe it is important to have time away to recharge which is why we provide 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible working options, and enhanced family leave policies.We are a company that appreciates you and invests in your success and even have a Colleague Recognition Scheme to celebrate your achievements. We're dedicated to your growth, offering support in career development and training. We value your referrals, and through our Refer a Friend scheme, you can earn up to £1,000 in bonus rewards!Role overviewYou will be responsible for contributing to the delivery of the Sales Strategy for our SME Division. Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager and responsible for driving commercial growth first and foremost. Expanding JLAs footprint within existing accounts and acquiring new customers across a range of industry sectors, you will be a key contributor to the success of the sales team.Key tasksDeliver against the sales strategy set for the SME teamEnsure the division is focused on the core disciplines of winning new customers and developing and retaining existing customersWork closely with colleagues in ensuring effective lead management and conversionIncrease the growth potential in existing accounts and acquiring new clientsCement and drive key customer relationships together with account managers in your teamWork on strategic projects and initiatives as required, focusing on increasing the efficiency and productivity of the sales team and expansion of the business in the SME baseDrive value and number of customers with recurring revenue plans with JLA.Improve the cross-sell of products to JLAs existing customer baseUnderstanding target markets, including industry, company, project, company contacts and which market strategies can be used to attract clientsDeveloping and delivering presentations to secure new businessFollowing the latest industry developments and staying up to date on corporate competitorsTo determine the pricing structure for the client, in line with JLA pricing strategy, obtaining senior level approval as requiredService DeliveryDemonstrate an understanding of what service delivery excellence is for your roleEnsuring you set a culture of excellent customer service ensuring the basics are right every time and lead a team where service is central to good performanceWork collaboratively with teams in Operations to ensure that sales and service SLAs are deliveredManaging RiskAwareness of your operational and regulation risks which may impact on your roleResponsibility for reporting to your line manager any risk which may impact the businessManaging Health & SafetyEnsuring you deliver your role within the Compliance framework set.CriteriaEssential (attributes required for candidate to be considered)Desirable (attributes can be trained or developed)Knowledge and Skills (what you know and what you can do)Demonstrate a proven track record in solutions sales.We are looking for you to have knowledge and experience in dealing with deals to multisite and larger organisations and have a consultative approach in dealing with client requirements.You will be a strong communicator capable of handling varied client types with ease.You will need to have an understanding of the install and service marketplace.Experience (what you have done)Successful track record in delivering ambitious growth plans.Were looking for you to have experience in a longer sales cycle.Negotiation and presentation skills are fundamental to gaining new business.You will have experience in dealing with, SME decision makers.You will have a successful track record in selling products using financial justification to demonstrate value to your customers.You will have gained experience of leading a sales team.Possess an understanding of our products, our competition in the industry and positioning.Personal qualities(the way you think and act)You will be highly Performance driven and be able to focus where the primary goal is to drive revenue growth.You will be highly resilient and able to operate successfully in a fast-paced environment, with ability to drive business results.Action orientated, Down-to-earth, energetic, pragmatic, and willing to roll up your sleeves.This role is home based, so you will have the ability to manage yourself without supervision and provide clear strategy plans to the management team.You will be a consummate sales professional, and an ambassador for the JLA brand.QualificationsWe will need you to have a full UK diving license as the role involves UK travel.TPBN1_UKTJ

The role:As a Showroom Sales Manager you know that the perfect bathroom needs planning, trust, a creative flair, and the ability to bring an idea to life, this is where you come in!In this role as a Showroom Sales Manager, you will be a high-performer who thrives on identifying opportunities and closing the sale. You will leverage your expertise to provide bespoke solutions and drive sales performance to new heights, ensuring our showroom is seen by the trade as a vital extension of their own business. By mastering our leading product range, you will not only meet customer needs but also exceed targets that directly impact your bonus potential.#ShowOffYourShowroomCome and join us as a results-driven Showroom Sales Manager. As the Showroom Sales Manager, you will grow and deliver sales as part of a hugely successful branch team. At The Bathroom Showroom, we believe in making homes, businesses, and lives better by turning a customer's vision into a reality.Key Responsibilities: You will be driving growth, by Identifying and capitalising on new business opportunities, hitting KPIs and achieving sales margins.You will own the customer journey, by proactively approaching every visitor, manage inquiries from initial home visits to final design, and follow up on quotations with urgency.You will deliver a 3D design service (using CAD) to help homeowners and trade customers visualise their dream bathrooms.You will build strong bridges between trade and retail channels, turning local trade contacts into long-term showroom advocates.You will maintain operational excellence by maintaining a safe, organised, and professional showroom environment, ensuring every sales contract is accurate and compliant with safety standards.You:You will be a results-driven sales professional with a natural ability to build rapport and close deals. You are likely a high-achiever in your current position, known for your tenacity and your ability to turn a "maybe" into a "yes." Whether you are currently working as a Showroom Consultant, Sales Executive, Bathroom Designer, Trade Counter Supervisor, or Senior Sales Advisor, you are now looking for that next step into a management-level role where your individual performance directly impacts the success of the showroom. You don't just wait for customers to come to you; you are a "hunter" who enjoys networking with local tradespeople and proactively managing a pipeline of leads to ensure you consistently hit your bonus targets.Skills and competencies: You will be sales savvy, by having a proactive approach to sales with a proven ability to win and grow new business.You will have the resilience and the confidence to handle sales objections and the drive to thrive in a target-driven environment.You will have experience in relationship management and developing a true partnership approach with clients.You will be analytical, with the ability to interpret basic financial and statistical information to make informed business decisions.Ideally, you will have some knowledge of bathroom products or CAD design skills (though we provide great training!).A valid UK Clean Driving Licence and access to a car is essential for this role.Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs if they feel they don't have every one of the required skills. All Highbourne Group companies are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. So if you're interested in this role but think that your previous experience doesn't completely match - apply anyway. You could be just the person we're looking for!Us:From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: Uncapped commissionDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersEnhanced pensionLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more!#BelongWithUsWe're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it.TPBN1_UKTJ

The Opportunity:Avantor is recruiting for a commercially astute Sr.Portfolio Manager, VWR Brand Equipment & Instruments EU.Step into ahigh impactportfolio leadership role where strategy meets innovation. As a Portfolio Manager forVWR Branded (Private label) products, you will shape and execute the product vision for a large, private labelbranddistributionportfolio across Europe.You'll own the full product lifecycle-from concept and development through commercialization and phaseout-using market insight, customer needs, anddata drivendecision makingto prioritize the rightVWR Brandopportunities and fuel growthand increase market penetration for the VWR Brand.In this role, you'll lead large,cross functionalinitiatives, partner closelywith commercial, marketing,sourcing,operations,e-commerceand regulatory teams, and drive newportfoliodevelopment that delivers differentiated value to customersand excellent financial results for VWR. You'll influence leaders, collaborate with key internal and external partners, and play a critical role in strengtheningVWR's competitive position in a fastmoving,innovation drivenmarket.MAJOR JOB DUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES (List in order of importance)Develop &Execute Avantor'sVWR portfoliostrategy to take market share including,yet not limited to,further penetration of existing products,new product introductions (proprietary),new supplier acquisition,product line expansion,new market penetration, and expansion in existing customer markets.Establish, track,and report financial and operationalmetrics related to assignedVWR Brandportfolio and identify risks and opportunities for improvement,leveraging the Avantor Business System and tools.Develop strategicmarketing programs fortheVWR Brandportfolio by providing forward viewsof trends and emerging technologiesfor markets, as well as trends& developmentsinendcustomer segments.Managetheproduct life cycle forproduct portfolio, including supplier onboarding, productadditions &enrichment, sales training& support, price maintenance, & product life cycle management.Drives collaboration with portfolio team and leadership to achieve revenue and profitability goals for portfolio.Develops & enhances key strategic supplier relationships to improve competitive positioning.Drive profitability of each of the product groups within the Product category and developing and executing strategies for improving that profitability.Makespresentations to senior management regardingmarkets, competition, and customer segmentation for their portfolio.Develops the VWR Brand strategy within the assigned portfolio category(ies) and works with the team to drive execution, including design, specifications, packaging, price points,parternering with Sourcing to negotiate costs, inventory investments, and returns.Assesses the market of innovative technical developments by both suppliers and competitors anddeterminingour customers' requirements for these innovations.Implementsmix improvement strategies, improving penetration of VWR Brand portfolioto include changeover planning, discontinuance, super-cession, and communications internally and externally.Attendance at industry trade shows to learn about recent product developmentsand new market entrantsPerforms other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS (Education/Training, Experience and Certifications)Intermediate experienced requiredBachelor's degree requiredMaster'sdegree in business, or equivalent experience preferred.Aminimum ofthree years ofstrategic marketing, product management,category management,sales or related experience required.Safety certifications preferred but not required (ASP, CSP, or others)KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES(Those necessary to perform the job competently)Financial skills - to assess sales, profits, inventory investment, payment terms, return on sales, return on capital employed and EBITDA to improve Avantor's financial performance.Scientific skills - to assess the technology and innovation of products and the application for our laboratory and Production customers so that we can identify and negotiate with supplier for those products that we anticipate that our customers will wish to purchase from Avantor.Strategic Marketing - develop market backed models ofSafetyportfolio customersegmentation, competitive analysis,and determine Avantor's right to win in the Market.Communication skills - ability to communicate effectively with a diverse number of constituents including Senior Leadership, Suppliers, Internal Customers and External Customers.Exceptional analytical skills - ability to interpret information pertaining on sales reports, quality reports, purchasing reportsin order toassess trends and address specific areas for opportunities for improvement.#LI-remoteDisclaimer:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.Why Avantor?Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!EEO Statement:We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.comand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.Privacy Policy:We will use the personal information that you have submitted to us in order to consider your application for the relevant role.Your privacy is important to us. Please click here for our Privacy Policy which explains the purposes for which we will use your personal information and the ways in which we will handle and retain your information. It also explains the rights you have in relation to your information, and how to contact us with any queries or requests.3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.TPBN1_UKTJ

Their next hire will be someone at around Manager or Assistant Manager level, ideally CTA qualified and you’ll likely work on client projects across a full spectrum of financial services sectors.

Blue Light Card. Individually great, together unstoppable The Role and the Team The Finance team at Blue Light Card is investing in the tools, processes and people needed to support the business as it scales, and this Accounts Receivable Specialist sits right at the heart of that work. Reporting to the Ledger Manager, youll be joining our growing team for an initial six-month fixed-term contract providing experienced, hands-on AR support across reconciliations, cash and receipt management, and debt recovery, and supporting the wider team with process improvement and automation. Its a role with genuine scope to contribute ideas, work across teams including FP&A, Data, Partnerships and Member Operations, and make a lasting difference to the way the function operates. What Youll Do Deliver period-end reconciliations across shopping card, cinema and affiliate revenue streams, ensuring accuracy, completeness and strong financial controls throughout. Investigate discrepancies across affiliate platforms and Business Central, identifying root causes and recommending practical resolutions where multiple factors are at play. Manage cashbook postings, receipt allocation and Business Central approvals, applying judgement to identify and resolve anomalies before processing. Oversee debt recovery activities, adapting collection approaches to reflect commercial context and financial risk, and escalating complex or sensitive accounts with clear rationale. Produce AR reporting and commentary that surfaces key trends, risks and outstanding issues, supporting informed decision-making across the team. Build collaborative relationships with Finance, Member Services, Partnerships and external partners to resolve queries and maintain effective day-to-day delivery. Identify and recommend improvements to reconciliation and AR processes, contributing to changes that strengthen controls, improve efficiency and reduce manual effort. What Youll Bring Solid, hands-on experience within an Accounts Receivable or Sales Ledger environment, with the confidence to manage competing priorities and work with a good degree of independence. Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs and XLOOKUPs used comfortably in day-to-day work, alongside familiarity with finance systems. A track record of investigating complex variances and discrepancies, applying sound judgement to determine the right course of action rather than waiting to be directed. Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build trusted working relationships across teams and influence stakeholders to reach the best outcome. A proactive, improvement-focused approach, with genuine interest in identifying better ways of working and contributing ideas that make a practical difference. Experience across both B2B and retail or ecommerce environments is desirable but not essential; experience with Dynamics 365 / Business Central and curiosity about AI and automation as tools for improvement would also be a welcome addition. Our Culture Our mission is simple: make heroes happy. Our members are real-life heroes who keep us all safe, cared for, and thriving. Its what gets us up in the morning, what makes us want to think bigger, and create something that truly matters. By focusing on their happiness, we create amazing experiences, deliver unrivalled discounts, innovative products, and world-class service. We dont just follow the usual path - we look for smarter, bolder ways to deliver real impact. We take ownership, move fast, and work shoulder to shoulder to build something special. We promote hybrid working, and value in-person collaboration so encourage time in our offices either the HQ in Leicestershire, or London, Holborn office. The frequency and office location will vary depending on the role and team. We aim to be flexible, but we arent able to offer fully remote working. Blue Light Card is an equal opportunities employer. Were committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where different perspectives and experiences help us grow, innovate, and better reflect the communities we serve. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. In the event of a high number of applications, well prioritise candidates who meet both the essential and desirable criteria for the role. What We Offer 25 days annual leave plus public holidays and an additional day off for your birthday A Moments that Matter day one extra day of leave each year to use for something that matters to you Buy and sell holiday scheme of up to 5 days A volunteering/fundraising day one paid day each year to give something back to the community Annual company bonus scheme linked to both company and individual performance Your own Blue Light Card and exclusive access to thousands of discounts Personal growth fund of 450 per year to invest in your development Private Medical Insurance that includes cover for pre-existing conditions Auto-enrolment pension scheme via salary sacrifice, with 100% of employer NI savings reinvested into your pension Enhanced Maternity, Partner, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave Healthcare cash-back plan Colleague Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential support whenever you need it Hybrid working and flexible hours EV charging and free parking onsite at HQ Relaxed dress code and modern office space (games area, chill-out areas, book club, free drinks and well stocked snack drawers!) On-site gym including free HIIT and stretch classes at HQ #LI-Hybrid Remote Status: hybridLocation 1 Charnwood Edge Business ParkCossingtonLeicesterLE7 4UZUnited KingdomLocation 2 *(if applicable)

Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, this exciting Finance Manager role will partner closely with the Commercial and Operations teams, providing financial insight to support strategic decision-making and business performance. RECfinancial is partnering with a market-leading Leicester-based busin

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way . Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Service The commissioning of commercial, Retail and Industrial Refrigeration Systems. Maintain excellent service levels at all times, ensuring a "first Class" service to all customers Take on projects as and when required and see them through to successful completion To positively promote Integral to other employees, customers, suppliers and externally. To actively investigate and understand client specifications and settings. To operate and perform functions across both the projects and service division. Financial To identify means of generating extra revenue through new initiatives (forward thinking) People To treat other colleagues, managers, customers and other stakeholders equally and with courtesy and respect at all times To take the lead on site during the commissioning process amongst the on-site team both Internal and external collectively delivering the project. Responsibility of managing own training and renewal of training. (In the event the Branch Coordinator has not contacted you and you are aware of a particular training requirement that is due to expire, ensure the branch coordinator is made aware, to enable training arrangements to be made.) Where possible - to assist others with tasks that may be outside of the scope of your role To assist with coaching other colleagues/managers, for cross training purposed in your area of expertise Compliance Ensure that all relevant company and legislative policies and best practices are adhered to and maintained at all times Inform the relevant Manager of non-conformances and ensure that corrective action is taken Carry out site specific Risk Assessments to ensure all safety procedures are taken into account and in place prior to works. (These are to be sent back to branch on a monthly basis). Near miss reporting and accident logging, in the event of either, they must be reported to the branch QSHE Co-ordinator. Ensuring PPE is fit for purpose and worn at all times whilst carrying out the installation. Any requirement for new PPE will be supplied via the Branch. Keep all PAT testing of electrical equipment up to date, if items are due for renewal the Branch QSHE Co-ordinator must be informed; PAT tests will then be arranged. Carry out Van inspection for a minimum of twice a year; these will be scheduled in by the Branch QSHE co-ordinator. Calibration of gauges and equipment - all equipment must be calibrated and certificated; this must be kept up to date and in date prior to any use. If tooling is out of calibration, make the Branch Coordinator aware. From there the relevant actions will be taken. (A copy of the certificate must be sent to the Branch and in turn a copy kept with the engineer). Keep all Integral standard Risk Assessments and Task Procedures in a file in the van at all times with copies of all training certification Keep copies of all pressure test regulation and customer specific pressure test details; this will include copies of all pressure test certificates. Responsible for completing the pressure test certificate upon completion of testing and issue to the branch on a weekly basis. Ensure compliance with all procedures throughout within your remit To ensure Refrigeration industry codes and standards are upheld To comply with Integrals environmental policies and putting forward new ideas for improving environmental efficiencies. Adhere to Group H&S procedures with due regard for business constraints and efficiency Minimum 3 years of experience in similar role In-depth understanding of the end to end commissioning process and associated activities Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal), coupled with strong influencing skills - particularly at a senior level Proven track record of success Unyielding attention to detail that results in zero error/defects Flexible and proactive with ability to work under their own initiative with a high degree of energy, assertiveness and creativity Excellent team leading skills and strong organisational capability Commitment to collaboration and teamwork Ability to work to tight deadlines, manage multiple projects and work under pressure Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel skills C&G 2079 'F-Gas' Category 1 Qualification C&G / NVQ or equivalent in Refrigeration Systems CO2 Trained/Qualified Hydrocarbon Trained/Qualified CSCS Card an advantage (Training will be provided if necessary) Full UK Driving License Proven history of working with a wide variety of customers and system types preferably including CO2 and HC Experience of fault finding and troubleshooting modern control systems The desire and ability to work in both retail and heavy commercial environments Ability to be customer focused Ability to consistently deliver a quality outcome through attention to detail Communicate effectively and professionally with other team members and customer representatives Adapt quickly and positively to change Willingness to work nationally ('working away' is required) Computer literate with experience of a variety of IT systems (both Microsoft and customer-specific) Support the company stated aim of 'Achieving Engineering Excellence' Location: On-site -Leicestershire, GBR Job Tags: If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing. JLL Privacy Notice Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL's recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely. For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement . For additional details please see our career site pages for each country. Jones Lang LaSalle ("JLL") is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process - including the online application and/or overall selection process - you may email us at . This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL. TPBN1_UKTJ

RAFAKidz Nurseries Business Manager Leicester LE3 1UT with Hybrid Working £38140 37.5 hours per week A UK driving licence is an essential requirement About RAFAKidz RAFAKidz is on a mission to provide exceptional, affordable childcare tailored to the unique needs of Armed Forces and civilian families. With nurseries located on or near RAF and MOD stations across the UK, we are proud to be fully OFSTED-registered and committed to safeguarding, quality, and excellence. We work closely with children, families, and partner organisations to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. Our strong ties to the RAF and the RAF Association help us deliver a curriculum and environment that supports the needs of serving families. The Role This is a newly created role based within our growing RAFAKidz Head Office team based in Leicester. The Business Manager plays a key role in supporting the operational and commercial success of RAFAKidz nurseries. The postholder will help ensure RAFAKidz nurseries are operationally efficient, financially sustainable, compliant with statutory and organisational requirements, and well supported to deliver high-quality early years education and care. The role is designed to strengthen the business and operational performance of nurseries by working alongside Nursery Managers and Regional Operations Managers to improve the consistency and effectiveness of core business processes, performance monitoring, staffing deployment, financial discipline and local operational planning. It combines analytical oversight with practical, hands-on support, particularly where nurseries require focused improvement, additional operational capacity or support through periods of change. Primary responsibilities include Monitor and analyse agreed key performance indicators, including occupancy, enquiry conversion, attendance patterns, staffing deployment, agency and overtime use, debt, and other operational and commercial measures. Improve business performance where there are concerns relating to occupancy, staffing costs, local operating discipline, compliance with business processes, or overall financial sustainability. Contribute to the development, monitoring and review of setting-level recovery plans, improvement plans and business action plans where additional support is required. Identify opportunities to improve income, reduce avoidable inefficiency and strengthen value for money without compromising quality of care and education. Provide practical, hands-on support to nurseries during periods of change, instability, mobilisation, growth, leadership transition or recovery. Support nurseries to prepare effectively for inspections, audits and quality assurance reviews, ensuring that relevant evidence, systems and action plans are in place. Work with managers and Regional Operations Managers to coordinate and track follow-up actions arising from inspections, audits, complaints, incidents or internal reviews. Coach and support Nursery Managers and Deputies to strengthen their confidence and capability in business management, performance monitoring, staffing deployment, planning and operational problem-solving. Provide constructive challenge and practical support where managers need to improve business discipline, operational consistency or commercial awareness. Contribute to the preparation of reports, performance insight and recommendations for senior leaders, helping to inform decision-making and continuous improvement across the RAFAKidz group. About you You will have a strong background in a senior Early Years role (Nursery/Area Manager or similar) with a strategic and commercial mindset to drive the business forward after a period of rapid growth. We need you to have up to date knowledge in multiple early years funding streams, business management, financial forecasting and sustainability planning. Overall, we need you to be able to demonstrate a high level of proficiency in the following areas; Business performance and commercial support Operational effectiveness and business process improvement Financial control and resource efficiency Compliance, assurance and inspection readiness Leadership, coaching and capability building Stakeholder collaboration and organisational support The role is based at Atlas House Leicester LE3 1UT with travel to support nursery settings as required. TPBN1_UKTJ

Job title: Contracts Manager Job Location: C/O THE EDGE BUILDING, Charnwood Edge Bus. Park, 1, Syston Road, Cossington, Leicester, LE7 4UZ Department: Severn Trent Water Reports to: Managing Director Hours: 07:00am - 17:00pm 45hour week with and hours lunch break Salary: Circa £60K DOE What we offer: 20 days holiday plus bank holidays. Enhanced with time served. Company Car MTS Uniform Provided Company events Company pension Free parking / On-site parking Health & wellbeing programme Death In Service Scheme Career progression and job security Paid Training/Induction Week: Training Courses given at induction EUSR Water Hygiene Card (Blue) EU Skills Card (Green) Main duties principal responsibilities Draft, review, revise and approve a variety of contracts with clients. Maintain excellent working connections with clients to build close trusted relationships with a full understanding of expected contract outcomes and ensure that needs are met. Communicate and meet with clients on contract-related issues and to understand and act upon any concerns raised and to discuss both legal and business matters. Ensure a complete understanding of all contracts assigned, including the products/services being bought, pricing, processes, opportunities, and risks. Develop a commercial contract management strategy, including the development and deployment of a contract management toolkit. Coordinate contract deadlines and budgets by monitoring spend, risk, performance, and contract obligations through KPI's and SLA's, across a portfolio of contracts. Manage and collaborate with stakeholders to complete contract close outs, extensions, and renewals. Ensure the Contract database is kept up to date and plans are in place for continuity of supply for all contracts approaching expiry/renewal. Establish, maintain, and grow relationships by serving as a single point of contact for contractual matters. Ensure that risks are identified and that mitigation actions are defined and managed. Effective use of contract portfolio analysis to identify opportunities to work closer with Strategic partners to improve processes or work differently to create additional value for the business. Ensure the organisation's internal contract documents are accurate and well maintained. Effective use of contract analysis to establish and implement initiatives that can unlock in-contract value. Act as a role model for the company's vision and values, behaving in ways that are in Alignment with the company's ways of working, such as encouraging and supporting others. Promote equality in the workplace and adopt appropriate behaviour when interacting with colleagues. Provide support, advice and guidance to the different teams relating to contract generation or potential business opportunities. Qualifications / Competency: Previous experience working at a senior management level within the utilities and/or waste industry. Have a strong technical understanding of contract and commercial management from complex environments. Strong knowledge of contract development and management. Ability to demonstrate strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Knowledge of procurement processes, including regulatory requirements and a strong financial acumen. Proficient IT skills including Word and Excel and any experience with Weighsoft would be an advantage. Good communicator, able to provide clear oral and written advice to field teams and management as required. MTS Cleansing Services Ltd is a family run business; and has been an established Waste Management Company for over 35 years. If youre interested in our Contracts Managerrole come and join our growing family and colleague friendly Company. TPBN1_UKTJ

In a Nutshell We have an exciting opportunity for a Utilities Coordinator to join our team within Vistry South East Midlands, at our Enderby office. As our Utilities Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing the utility connections, statutory authority and third-party service works from project viability appraisal / inception, through to completion including requesting quotes, assisting commercial colleagues to place orders, and managing off site & on-site works. You will identify contractual, financial, technical, and operational risks and to find opportunities for value engineering, in order to minimise risk and maximise gross profit on contracts. You will support the fulfilment of the contracts safely, on time, and to the required quality while maximising gross profit and customers' satisfaction. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality HNC or equivalent Knowledge of Utilities legislation Working on projects that deliver services for the housebuilding sector Understanding of process to secure POCs and service diversion works Understanding of the process of securing services to new developments Detailed understanding of all technical aspects of service delivery Excellent communication skills Able to use MS software Demonstrates resilience Embrace the company's core values Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it More about the Utilities Coordinator role Provide services information (existing and proposed) to assist the appraisal of new business opportunities Ensure utility orders are placed in a timely manner and manage their installation to programme Agree the strategy with the construction team for completion of utility connections Provide support to the commercial department in the procurement of MEP packages via input into enquiry, scopes, reviewing quotations, attending pre-order meetings, etc. Provide and communicate each project's utility programme Ensure any comments/queries on the services design are reviewed, and closed out, with the M&E Design Manager Support the Commercial department in reviewing payment applications Ensure the necessary certification is provided for all connections to obtain PC / completion including witnessing Ensure applications for all meters are made and installation managed to programme. Develop and implement a robust test and inspection regime for all stages Develop and implement the project test and commissioning strategy Support the site team in securing power and water to site compounds as required. Attend departmental meetings as required. Provide all services information for all Gateway meetings as required by the LoS process. Ensure all relevant stakeholders are kept informed. To support the construction teams ensuring that services designs and contractor's RAMS follow Vistry's SHE policy and procedures, all legal requirements, and best practice within the business unit. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-KM1 TPBN1_UKTJ

Role Overview: Nursery Manager (Development Opportunity for High-Performing Deputies) £35,000-£40,000,000 per annum DOE Up to 25% annual salary bonus Up to 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays) Y our birthday off – our gift to you! Substantial childcare discount Ongoing professional development & training Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus Menopause support , financial wellbeing tools , and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work scheme & easy-access pension plan Discounted private medical insurance Opportunities to travel internationally and explore best practices in early years education with our talent exchange programme A ccess to our Hive benefits platform – with exclusive retail discounts and wellbeing resources Our Hive Wellbeing Hub also offers mental health support, a dedicated Celebrating You space to recognise your achievements, and a Grow With Us programme to fuel your career ambitions. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager who is ready to progress into a full Nursery Manager role. You will take full leadership responsibility for a nursery, supported by a strong regional team and central support teams. You will be trusted with autonomy from day one, supported by a strong regional and central structure designed to help you succeed, not micro-manage you. About our Nursery Busy Bees Leicester Oadby is rated Good by Ofsted and has a capacity of 52 children. Opened in 2000, our purpose-built nursery is designed on one level, creating a welcoming, friendly, and happy environment for children. The facility features three spacious rooms, providing ample space for play and learning. Free parking is available for staff. Step into full Nursery Manager responsibility for a well-supported setting Lead and develop a high-performing early years team Ensure high standards of care, education, safeguarding, and compliance Drive continuous improvement in practice and outcomes for children Take ownership of staffing, performance, and day-to-day operations Build strong relationships with families and your local community Work with regional leadership to support quality and occupancy goals Strong, proven performance in a Deputy Nursery Manager role preferably supernumery Solid understanding of EYFS and Ofsted expectations Experience supporting inspections or quality improvement work A clear ambition to step into full nursery leadership NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3. Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager. A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education. Apply now If you are a Deputy Nursery Manager ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Paraplanner Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today. Leicestershire (our ref AL1420) Salary £40,000 - £50,000 dep on experience + generous benefits package inc parking and hybrid working after initial training and induction My client was established over 40 years ago and now looks after more than £1.1bn of client assets whilst providing advice and support to high-net-worth clients across the UK from their Leicestershire based offices. In 2026, they were proud to receive Professional Advisers Best Financial Advisers to Work for award for the fourth time. They now have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced and Diploma Qualified Paraplanner to join their team.You will be responsible for supporting the Financial Planner and wider advice process by taking ownership of advice cases, gathering and checking client information, preparing suitability reports and helping deliver a smooth, supportive and personable experience for clients at the point of new financial advice. Main Tasks Take ownership of the advice case from the point of new advice engagement, working closely with the Financial Planner, Client Manager and wider teams to ensure the client journey is clear, timely and well-coordinated. Prepare the initial meeting pack, including letters of authority, personal financial questionnaire, risk profile documentation and client agreements where required. Provide follow-up support to the Financial Planner and act as a key point of contact for clients throughout the initial advice process. Action and follow up on meeting notes, including investigating existing arrangements, where required, by o btaining, reviewing and recording information relevant to the new advice. Conduct regular follow-ups with providers on existing arrangements and provide timely updates to the Financial Planner and the client. Prepare or obtain illustrations for pensions, investments and annuities, where required. Coordinate with Office Support to schedule client meetings once all information is in place, ensuring the suitability report, cash flow reports and supporting documentation are prepared and issued in accordance with meeting arrangements. Prepare suitability reports that meet FCA requirements and provide clear, accurate and client-focused documentation, to enable client understanding. Use key business systems effectively and compliantly, including Intelliflo, Virtual Cabinet, Moneyinfo, Exchange, Quilter and Aviva, where relevant to the case. Work closely with the Financial Planners, Compliance, Head of Pensions and Head of Investments, to ensure suitability reports are accurate, compliant and client friendly. Work with SIPP, SSAS, Client Management and Financial Planners to ensure the effective preparation of client documents before and after meetings. Work with other members of the team to provide peer checking, where appropriate, to minimise errors, meet deadlines, and provide holiday cover. Person Specification - Qualifications & Experience Essential Level 4 CII Diploma in Financial Planning (or equivalent). Educated to A level standard (or equivalent) as a minimum. A minimum of 2 years experience in a financial services administration role. Desirable 2 years experience in a Paraplanning role. Financial Planning experience. Degree in Finance, Economics or Business (or equivalent work experience). Person Specification - Knowledge & Skills Required Essential Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, providers, accountants and other professional connections via various methods phone, letter, email, etc. Knowledge relating to pension, investment and protection products and their application in financial planning. Knowledge of FCA rules relating to Conduct of Business, Money Laundering, Training and Competence and Client Money, along with other financial services legislation relevant to the role. Ability to create and maintain accurate computer-based records. Knowledge of Data Protection legislation. Knowledge of money laundering procedures relevant to the role and individual responsibilities in this area. Ability to work within level of authority and to refer work when appropriate. Demonstrate good time management skills. Desirable Knowledge of the firm, its products, services and procedures. Knowledge of IT systems and programs relevant to the role (Intelliflo, Virtual Cabinet, Moneyinfo, Pershing, Quilter, Aviva, Adobe and the Microsoft 365 suite). xrnqpay Benefits Discretionary Bonus | Life assurance | Pension | 24 days holiday increasing incrementally | Health Cash Plan Scheme | Free Parking | Hybrid scheme following initial training and induction If this role is of interest, please apply with an up to date CV.We aim to respond to all applications within 10 days. By submitting your CV you consent to it being retained for use in connection with this and future relevant and/or similar vacancies, you can of course, opt out of this at any time by emailing us. Full Privacy Notice can be found on our website .

Trainee Paraplanner Leicestershire (our ref AL1421) Salary £33,000 - £35,000 dep on experience + generous benefits package inc parking and hybrid working after initial training and induction My client was established over 40 years ago and now looks after more than £1.1bn of client assets whilst providing advice and support to high-net-worth clients across the UK from their Leicestershire based offices. In 2026, they were proud to receive Professional Advisers Best Financial Advisers to Work for award for the fourth time.They now have an exciting new opportunity for aCII Diploma Qualified individual to join as a Trainee Paraplanner. Please note, a minimum of 2 years experience within financial services administration is required along with a minimum of part completion of the CII Diploma qualification. Role Overview The Trainee Paraplanner role is a development role for an individual who already has a minimum of 2 years experience within financial services administration, to become responsible for supporting the Financial Planner and wider advice process by taking ownership of advice cases, gathering and checking client information, preparing suitability reports and helping deliver a smooth, supportive and personable experience for clients at the point of new financial advice. Main Tasks Take ownership of the advice case from the point of new advice engagement, working closely with the Financial Planner, Client Manager and wider teams to ensure the client journey is clear, timely and well-coordinated. Prepare the initial meeting pack, including letters of authority, personal financial questionnaire, risk profile documentation and client agreements where required. Provide follow-up support to the Financial Planner for new prospect enquiries and advice cases and act as a key point of contact for clients throughout the initial advice process. Issue welcome communications and initial meeting notes via secure email, secure portal or post, as appropriate. Action and follow up on meeting notes, including investigating existing arrangements Conduct regular follow-ups with providers on existing arrangements and provide timely updates to the Financial Planner and the client. Prepare or obtain illustrations for pensions, investments and annuities, where required. Coordinate with Office Support to schedule client meetings once all information is in place, ensuring the suitability report, cash flow reports and supporting documentation are prepared and issued in accordance with meeting arrangements. Prepare suitability reports that meet FCA requirements and provide clear, accurate and client-focused documentation, to enable client understanding. Complete a comprehensive handover to the Client Management Team to ensure a smooth transition into advice being implemented. Use key business systems effectively and compliantly, including Intelliflo, Virtual Cabinet, Moneyinfo, Exchange, Quilter and Aviva, where relevant to the case. Work closely with the Financial Planners, Compliance, Head of Pensions and Head of Investments, to ensure suitability reports are accurate, compliant and client friendly. Work with SIPP, SSAS, Client Management and Financial Planners to ensure the effective preparation of client documents before and after meetings. Work with other members of the team to provide peer checking, where appropriate, to minimise errors, meet deadlines, and provide holiday cover. Person Specification Qualifications & Experience Essential Part Level 4 CII Diploma in Financial Planning as a minimum (or equivalent experience). Educated to A level standard (or equivalent) as a minimum. A minimum of 2 years experience in a financial services administration role. Desirable Degree in Finance, Economics or Business (or equivalent work experience). A commitment to completing the CII level 4 qualification wthin a given timescale Knowledge & Skills Required Essential Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, providers, accountants and other professional connections via various methods phone, letter, email, etc. Knowledge relating to pension, investment and protection products and their application in financial planning. Knowledge of FCA rules relating to Conduct of Business, Money Laundering, Training and Competence and Client Money, along with other financial services legislation relevant to the role. Ability to create and maintain accurate computer-based records. Knowledge of Data Protection legislation. Knowledge of money laundering procedures relevant to the role and individual responsibilities in this area. Ability to work within level of authority and to refer work when appropriate. Demonstrate good time management skills. Desirable Knowledge of the firm, its products, services and procedures. Knowledge of IT systems and programs relevant to the role (Intelliflo, Virtual Cabinet, Moneyinfo, Pershing, Quilter, Aviva, Adobe and the Microsoft 365 suite). Benefits Discretionary Bonus | Life assurance | Pension | 24 days holiday increasing incrementally | Health Cash Plan Scheme | Free Parking | Hybrid scheme following initial training and induction If this role is of interest, please apply with an up to date CV.We aim to respond to all applications within 10 days. By submitting your CV you consent to it being retained for use in connection with this and future relevant and/or similar vacancies, you can of course, opt out of this at any time by emailing us. Full Privacy Notice can be found on our website. TPBN1_UKTJ

Part Time Management Accountant Part time Management Accountant jobs, part time Finance Manager jobs, part time Accountant jobs Leicester Flexible on hours to suit you. 25 to 32 hours per week- part time finance jobs role 120+ headcount privately owned engineering business £45,000 - £50,000 as an approx. guide - pro rata down to part time hours to suit Engineering / manufacturing business; part time Management Accountant role really make a difference. Preparation of monthly management accounts & variance analysis. Are you seeking part time Management Accountant jobs, part time Finance Manager jobs or part time Accountant jobs in the Leicester region? We can offer fantastic flexibility with hours (chosen to suit you). Ideally 25 to 32 hours per week. This is a very varied Management Accountant role. It would also suit a more experienced Finance Manager or Financial Controller who is now seeking a part time finance jobs / part time accounting jobs. This Part Time Management Accountant role will suit: A Management Accountant, Finance Manager or Senior Accountant who wants to work for a privately owned, friendly 120 headcount business. A Leicester based management accountant or finance professional seeking part time finance jobs / part time accountant jobs Someone who meets our core values and behaviours: a Management Accountant with humility, integrity, loyalty and a pragmatic, hands-on approach. A finance professional seeking part time Management Accountant jobs in the Leicester, Wigston, Oadby, Blaby, Enderby, Lutterworth sort of region (Leicestershire commutable to Leicester). To apply please contact Edward Smith at Euro Projects Recruitment. This Part Time Management Accountant role is commutable from Leicester, Wigston, Oadby, Blaby, Enderby and surrounding areas. Please note that if you are not contacted within the next ten days then your application, on this occasion, has not been successful. We thank you for taking the time to apply. TPBN1_UKTJ