Total 16 job vacancies by Hays Specialist Recruitment

Our Client

For more than 40 years, this company has been delivering top-tier field marketing solutions for some of the world's leading brands. With a team of over 500 employees in the UK and more than 40,000 across Europe, they stand as Europe's premier outsourced people management and consultancy agency.

Summary

As the Head of IT, you will play a crucial role in shaping the technological landscape of our organisation. You will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive IT strategy that aligns with our business goals and supports our commitment to innovation and excellence. This role requires a forward-thinker who can effectively manage both the operational and strategic aspects of IT, ensuring that our technology infrastructure meets the evolving needs of the business.

You will oversee a diverse range of functions, including networking, cybersecurity, system implementation, and office management technologies. By fostering a culture of collaboration, you will drive the successful execution of projects that enhance productivity, security, and overall business performance.
The Role

• Strategic IT Leadership: Develop and execute an IT strategy that reflects our commitment to excellence, driving business performance and operational efficiency.
• Innovation in Technology: Lead the way in identifying and implementing technology solutions that empower our teams, enhancing their productivity and ability to deliver results for our clients. This includes staying ahead of trends and ensuring our technology is future-proof.
• Integrity in Cybersecurity: Establish robust cybersecurity frameworks that safeguard data across multiple countries, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR) and upholding the integrity of our systems and services.
• Sustainability in IT Infrastructure: Implement scalable and sustainable IT infrastructure solutions that reduce environmental impact while meeting the needs of our distributed teams across Europe. You will champion technologies and processes that support commitment to being a carbon-neutral business.
• Inclusivity and Collaboration in Leadership: Foster an inclusive IT environment where team members across different locations and backgrounds are empowered to contribute. Promote a culture of collaboration across departments and countries to ensure technology solutions meet the diverse needs of our clients and employees.
• Mobility Solutions: Oversee the deployment of mobile technologies, remote access tools, and cloud services that enable our field teams to work effectively from any location, ensuring collaboration and excellence in every task.
• Data Integration and Analytics: Ensure seamless integration of data systems used by field teams, clients, and headquarters, enabling real-time access to information and supporting excellence in decision-making through accurate reporting.
• Vendor and Partner Management: Build and maintain relationships with technology vendors and partners across Europe, ensuring optimal service delivery.
• Project Management: Oversee the delivery of complex IT projects across multiple countries, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
• IT Governance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with data protection laws and regulatory requirements in each market, maintaining the integrity of our operations and minimising risk.
• Facilities Management Oversight: Ensure the effective management of IT infrastructure plus other business needs within office environments, including telecommunication systems, video conferencing, and collaboration tools, to support a productive and technologically equipped workspace.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience in a similar IT operations role
• Proven experience in IT management or a similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of current and emerging technologies and their application in a business context.
• Experience with budgeting and financial management in IT.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organisation.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and compliance standards. Good understanding of data security, compliance, and regulations

What you'll get in return

• Attractive Compensation: Earn a competitive salary of £52,000 per annum, negotiable based on experience.
• Holiday Flexibility: Benefit from the option to buy and sell holiday days to suit your lifestyle.
• Generous Time Off: Receive 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Top-Notch Tech: Get set-up with a full mobile office, with your choice of Windows or Mac plus other gadgets.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access AXA private medical and dental insurance for you and your family.
• Retirement Planning: Choose between NOW Pension and Stakeholder Pension options.
• Supportive Work Environment: Utilise our Employee Assistance Programme for personal and professional support.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Your new companyMy client is a global group and is a FTSE Listed company, with a leading brand. They are growing year-on-year and have over £1bln in sales revenue. This is a new role, due to expansion, dealing with international tax affairs of the group, predominantly through EMEA, but also the US, Australasia and more. You will lead the international tax aspects, which involves transfer pricing, M&A, restructuring and more.

Your new roleYou will:

• Oversee and lead the tax filings for overseas entities across several regions
• Provide M&A support during due diligence including providing advice on post-deal integration
• Provide effective tax structuring and planning support
• Lead in establishing tax processes for new overseas offices
• Responsible for the submission of overseas tax filings (across all taxes)
• Responsible for country by country and Pillar 2 reporting
• Prepare transfer pricing calculation including preparing the TP documentation
• Assist in the tax reporting and accounting for the UK Group
• Tax reporting for the overseas subsidiaries

What you'll need to succeedYou will be a qualified accountant or tax professional; ACCA, ACA, CTA, ATT or equivalent. You may be a first-time mover from a Practice firm, or you will have already gained in-house experience. You must be a specialist within the genre of international tax.

What you'll get in returnYou will receive a salary dependent on experience up to £85,000 + car + bonus + private medical insurance. Pension contribution totals up to 13%. There is flexible and hybrid working available, with only two days in the office per week.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on 01256 633150 or email me at

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Exciting Opportunity for an Experienced Client Manager
Join this dynamic accountancy practice in Potters Bar as a Client Manager! This role is perfect for a driven, ambitious accountant aiming for a management position. Ideal candidates will be qualified or part-qualified and working towards full qualification. Proficiency in Iris, Sage, Excel, and word processing is essential.This is a varied role spanning the preparation of annual accounts, bookkeeping, management accounts and tax returns. On-site parking available.If you're self-motivated, outgoing, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
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Your new company

My client is a global group and is a FTSE Listed company, with a leading brand. They are growing year-on-year and have over £1bln in sales revenue. This is a new role, due to expansion, dealing with international tax affairs of the group, predominantly through EMEA, but also the US, Australasia and more. You will lead the international tax aspects, which involves transfer pricing, M&A, restructuring and more.

Your new role

You will:

• Oversee and lead the tax filings for overseas entities across several regions
• Provide M&A support during due diligence including providing advice on post-deal integration
• Provide effective tax structuring and planning support
• Lead in establishing tax processes for new overseas offices
• Responsible for the submission of overseas tax filings (across all taxes)
• Responsible for country by country and Pillar 2 reporting
• Prepare transfer pricing calculation including preparing the TP documentation
• Assist in the tax reporting and accounting for the UK Group
• Tax reporting for the overseas subsidiaries

What you'll need to succeed

You will be a qualified accountant or tax professional; ACCA, ACA, CTA, ATT or equivalent. You may be a first-time mover from a Practice firm, or you will have already gained in-house experience. You must be a specialist within the genre of international tax.

What you'll get in return

You will receive a salary dependent on experience up to £100,000 + car + bonus + private medical insurance. Pension contribution totals up to 13%. There is flexible and hybrid working available, with only two days in the office per week.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on 01256 633150 or email me at

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Your new company
My client is a leading brand in the Pharmaceutical centre and has a global footprint. An opening is available for maternity cover which will be for a minimum of 12 months. Ideally, you will start at the beginning of November to allow a handover. Initially, the role will be office based for the first 2 weeks, then hybrid working of two days in the office will be the working pattern.

The tax specialist will cover all taxes and it will have a focus on tax compliance and reporting, with opportunities to be involved in advisory aspects. The position involves working closely and in collaboration with the business and the accounting services and tax functions locally and globally as well as external tax advisers.

Your new role
You will

• Support the management of the direct and indirect tax compliance processes (namely corporation tax, VAT, plastics tax), which are undertaken by the in-house tax team, the accounting shared services centre and/or outsourced to external tax advisers, ensuring all deadlines are adhered to
• Support the oversight of the monthly group and annual statutory accounts reporting process as it relates to tax, which is undertaken by the accounting shared services centre ensuring all deadlines are adhered to
• Assist the team dealing with any tax enquires or queries from HMRC
• Support the team to provide tax guidance, advice and support across all taxes to the business and wider organisation
• Annual PSA preparation and submission (assisted by an external provider)
• Assist on various ad hoc tasks, projects and transactions including tax governance related issues
• Support the implementation of the Global tax policies, including transfer pricing

What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant or tax professional, available to interview during October for a November start. Previous in-house experience at Manager level is desired. Exposure to multiple taxes would be an advantage, both direct and indirect, perhaps with a leniency towards indirect taxes. Excellent written and communication skills are a must, along with the ability to hit the ground running, work autonomously and research as needed. You will report in and receive support from the Director of Tax.

What you'll get in return
You will receive a salary of up to £800 per day. Flexible working options are available along with hybrid working after two weeks, with 3 days at home and 2 in the office.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call James Clark on 01256 633150 or email

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Your new firm
An established firm based in Northwich are seeking to recruit an experienced Audit Manager to join their growing team. This firms provides accountancy and audit services to a range of local clients that mostly sit within farming, education, and charity sectors. This role has came about due to the firm growing their client base within the education sector and are keen to find an experienced candidate to manage their growing portfolio. Their clients are mostly limited companies and SME groups. This is an excellent opportunity for an audit professional seeking a role in a friendly and professional firm with an experienced team.

Your new role
As Audit Manager, you will be responsible for delivering an excellent audit service for clients in the local area as well as clients across the North West. These clients sit within varying industries but the firm are currently growing their education clients. You will be a direct point of contact for clients and manage the client relationships as well as managing and supervising the audit and accounts team. You will also have accounts duties as this will be a mixed role. The firm are keen on staff training and want to provide candidates with opportunities to develop.

What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate for this role will have previous experience delivering all stages of the audit cycle and also preparing accounts for a range of clients. The ideal candidate will have a good experience and knowledge of education clients and your experience must be from a practice environment. This candidate will need to be ACA/ACCA qualified or part qualified. You will also need a strong ability to work to tight deadlines and manage your time effectively as well as good communication and interpersonal skills as you will be managing client relationships.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will be offered a competitive salary between £30,000 and £45,000 dependent on experience. You will have access to a competitive firm wide benefits package including holidays, pension contributions, and study support. This firm has an excellent team environment and you will benefit from the training and mentorship this firm can provide.

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Your new company
A growing project based organisation based close to Darlington with ambitious plans and an excellent reputation. Flexible working patterns and outstanding benefits package.


Your new role
As an experienced Finance Manager or Company Accountant, you will be involved in setting up and managing assets of the organisation, ensuring all financial and management accounting information is provided. You will be responsible for producing year-end accounts as well as all the general day to day accounting duties - VAT, journals, grant administration, reconciliations, analysis etc. You will have support from junior team members for administrative finance tasks. You could be a qualified accountant, current studier, AAT qualified or qualified by experience.


What you'll need to succeed
Your engagement skills will be excellent, and having the ability to work closely with operational colleagues in managing financial information will be essential for success. Demonstrating a track record of delivery in financial management, as well as an understanding of asset management and the production of year-end accounts will be key to success in this role.


What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available, generous employer contributions to pension (over 15%), a lease car scheme which is extremely favourable to the user, working patterns to suit you (37.5 hours per week), and a well established and collaborative team environment with a modern office environment.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Your new company

My client is recruiting an experienced Office Manager with a background in the construction industry. This is an exciting opportunity to join a top construction company within Hertfordshire.


Your new role

As the Office Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the office. You will be responsible for managing the office team, supporting the senior members in the organisation with tasks and liaising with project managers and site managers.
You will be required to attend site visits weekly.


What you'll need to succeed

Previous experience in office management roles
Experience working within the construction industry
Strong personable and organisational skills
Ability to multi task and work in a fast-paced environment
UK Driving licence

What you'll get in return

Parking on-site
Benefits TBC


What you need to do now


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Salary £55,263 pa to £65,786 pa

37 hours per week (Hybrid Working)

We are looking for an exceptional individual with experience in a senior HR leadership role to lead our clients HR & OD function and provide strategic direction for our clients' organisation.

You will play a crucial role in cultivating a sustainable workplace culture, driving organisational performance, developing a high performing team and ensuring the well-being of employees.The role requires a balance of strategic thinking, operational excellence, and a deep understanding of the human dynamics within the organisation. You will be responsible for developing and implementing HR policies and procedures that align with the council's goals and objectives.

You will need to be able to demonstrate the HR change / transformation projects that you have led and delivered.
You will need to demonstrate sound ethical and professional integrity, excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities and the ability to work collaboratively with others to drive organisational success.If you have the passion for doing a great job, we would like to hear from you.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Your new company

A fantastic opportunity to work for a reputable, global organisation


Your new role

As Assistant Operations Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the business. You will work closely with the Operations Manager to ensure our team is running smoothly and efficiently, while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.

Provide sales order confirmation to customers
Maintain & update sales order confirmation to all customers
Review shipping and delivery requirements for customers
Coordinate and communicate shipping instructions to factories
Liaise with suppliers on production progress
Monitor delivery schedules with warehouses
Book orders for key accounts and send invoices
Answer queries from credit control, finance department, customers and suppliers
Process stock into inventory, allocate and raise on booking forms
Assist with ad-hoc tasks related to sales and purchase orders

What you'll need to succeed

Minimum two years of experience
Advanced knowledge of spreadsheets
Previous experience in a similar role
Retail sector experience desirable
Strong customer service experience
Administrative experience


What you'll get in return

Sample sales
Discount on branded products
Yearly discretionary bonus
25-days holiday


What you need to do now


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Your new company

A fantastic opportunity to work for a reputable, global organisation


Your new role

As Assistant Operations Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the business. You will work closely with the Operations Manager to ensure our team is running smoothly and efficiently, while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.

Provide sales order confirmation to customers
Maintain & update sales order confirmation to all customers
Review shipping and delivery requirements for customers
Coordinate and communicate shipping instructions to factories
Liaise with suppliers on production progress
Monitor delivery schedules with warehouses
Book orders for key accounts and send invoices
Answer queries from credit control, finance department, customers and suppliers
Process stock into inventory, allocate and raise on booking forms
Assist with ad-hoc tasks related to sales and purchase orders

What you'll need to succeed

Minimum two years of experience
Advanced knowledge of spreadsheets
Previous experience in a similar role
Retail sector experience desirable
Strong customer service experience
Administrative experience


What you'll get in return
Sample sales
Discount on branded products
Yearly discretionary bonus
25-days holiday


What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Our client has a long history in child protection - and their years of experience has shown that high-quality therapeutic childcare helps children and young people learn to deal with their past traumatic experiences and help them prepare for the future.

Your new role
You will be joining a busy but very friendly team and supporting up to 4 young children/young people to fulfil their potential. You will be helping each young person to succeed in all aspects of their life. You will need to be flexible on working day / night / weekend shifts as this is a must for this role.

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to have previously worked as a Deputy Manager in Childcare and hold NVQ5 Childcare and be able to cover for the current manager when absent or on holiday. You will also need to have your own car.

What you'll get in return
You will be joining a very friendly and committed team and a lovely working environment. Our client is committed to investing in you, taking you through training and development modules in order to enhance your learning and care. For the career-minded individual, there will be ample opportunity to succeed and climb the career ladder.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Your new company

Are you an experienced and highly motivated individual with a passion for customer service and operations management? I have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Customer Service and Operations Manager to join my client. A fantastic opportunity to work for a reputable organisation.


Your new role


As a Senior Customer Service and Operations Manager, you will be responsible for managing the administrative purchasing of footwear and apparel for the Company, customer liaison correspondence, raising and maintaining sales orders, logistical coordination and management of one or more brands, managing Free-On-Board prices and selling prices by customer, and handling warehouse allocation and delivery.

You will collaborate with suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics partners to ensure timely delivery of products, manage the production process, and resolve quality issues in a timely and effective manner.

You will also be responsible for conducting regular performance reviews of team members and providing feedback to improve performance.

As a successful candidate, you must have relevant industry experience, be self-motivated, able to manage your own workload, and be a team player. Highly competent IT skills with proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint are required.

What you'll get in return

25 days annual leave
Discount on products and sample sales
Short leave - discretion of line manager
Bonus


What you need to do now


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Your new company
Our client is has a long history in child protection and they provide high-quality therapeutic childcare which helps these young people learn to deal with their past experiences and prepare for the future. They often present challenging behaviours which is the result of previous significant abuse and early negative experiences. They pride themselves on putting these young people first, and demonstrate their ethos of Passion, Integrity and Caring.
They are looking for someone who believes that everyone deserves the right to be safe and to have the chance to live a happy, safe and secure life.
Your new role
You will be supporting the Registered manager in overseeing the care and development of the young people in your care - which means responsibility for all care services and strategic planning and all day to day management matters. You will be contributing to the normal development through provision of a healthy lifestyle, a variety of different activities and be a consistent, caring adult role model.
What you\'ll need to succeed
Previous experience within a similar setting and the drive and enthusiasm to provide the very best care to help turn around the lives of these young people and give them every opportunity to succeed in life. You will need a clean driving licence and be qualified to NVQ 3 in childcare.
What you\'ll get in return
A happy working environment and a friendly, supportive team. Our client value their staff and offer ongoing personal development and learning, They will work closely with you to develop your own professional development programme.
What you need to do now


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We are looking for a highly organised, motivated, and experienced individual to take responsibility for day-to-day financial operations. You will be working for a well established Professional Financial Services business. This is a small, friendly Finance Team has a reputation for efficient, timely operations, and this new prominent role will be important in their next stage of growth.
This is a varied and hands-on role taking full ownership of the month end reporting process. Completing monthly balance sheet accounts reconciliations. Preparing monthly profit and loss reports. Budgeting, Cash Flow forecasting and management. Part/Fully Qualified ACCA or ACA or CIMA, or Qualified by Experience with a can-do attitude is essential. Experience with QuickBooks advantageous but not essential as training will be given. Hybrid working.


If you\'re interested in this role, click \'apply now\' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk