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A well-established professional services firm is seeking to recruit an HR Officer to support the day-to-day delivery of HR across the business. The organisation brings together expertise in areas such as accounting, tax, legal, financial planning, and investment management, with a strong focus on professionalism, respect, and maintaining a supportive working environment where traditional values remain important. This is a varied, hands-on role at the heart of the business, supporting colleagues and managers across multiple departments and helping ensure people processes are consistent, compliant, and effectively managed. This role is also open to part-time applications. The Role Reporting to and working under the direction of the Operations Director, you will provide practical day-to-day HR support across the full employee lifecycle. You will work within established policies and procedures, providing first-line guidance on routine HR matters while escalating complex, high-risk, or non-routine issues to senior leadership and/or external advisers for direction and approval. The role does not carry final decision-making authority for employee relations matters. Responsibilities include: • Maintaining an up-to-date understanding of employment legislation and HR best practices to support compliant processes., • Providing first-line HR guidance to managers and employees on routine matters in line with company policy, escalating where necessary., • Monitoring regulatory or legislative developments and supporting updates to HR policies, templates, and procedures., • Coordinating recruitment activities, including drafting job descriptions and adverts, managing candidate communications, scheduling interviews, and supporting offer processes., • Managing onboarding and induction administration, including pre-employment checks such as right-to-work verification., • Supporting employee relations matters by preparing documentation, coordinating meetings, taking notes where appropriate, and ensuring matters are handled consistently and confidentially., • Managing absence administration through HR systems, ensuring records are accurate and managers receive appropriate support., • Supporting annual leave and other leave administration, ensuring records remain current., • Maintaining accurate employee records, including contracts, salary review letters, and general HR correspondence., • Supporting performance and development processes such as probation reviews, appraisals, training records, and professional development tracking., • Assisting with policy administration and updates, ensuring employees have access to current documentation., • Supporting employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives, including internal events, communications, and recognition activities., • Using Microsoft 365 tools to improve HR administration and workflow efficiency., • Carrying out additional duties aligned with the needs of the business and the level of the role. About You This role would suit someone who is organised, approachable, and comfortable working in a professional environment where confidentiality and attention to detail are essential. You will ideally: • Be part or fully qualified to Level 3 CIPD., • Have previous experience in an HR role, with confidence handling a broad range of HR queries., • Be calm and professional when managing sensitive situations, adapting communication style to different audiences., • Balance empathy with consistency and professionalism when responding to HR matters., • Have strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively., • Communicate clearly and confidently, both verbally and in writing., • Be practical and solutions-focused, taking ownership of tasks through to completion., • Have strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 tools., • Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and accuracy in documentation., • Enjoy contributing to a collaborative and positive workplace culture., • Understand employment law and best practice, with confidence in recognising when specialist guidance is required. What You Will Receive • Competitive salary, • Minimum 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Birthday leave, • Holiday purchase scheme, • Employer pension contributions matched up to 6%, • Salary sacrifice pension options, • Income protection for long-term illness or injury, • Death in service benefit, • Private health insurance, • Employee assistance programme, • Long service recognition, • Social events funded or subsidised by the organisation For further information please contact Ella Britton

Sales Associate / New Business Development – Insurance Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, UK £30,000–£35,000 + Bonus + Benefits Full Time Are you a driven, commercially minded sales professional looking for a role where your ambition is truly rewarded? Do you thrive on building meaningful relationships, opening doors, and making things happen daily? A well-established, multi-sector insurance agency based in Bury St Edmunds is looking for an exceptional Sales Associate to join their team and become a go-to expert for Commercial Insurance clients. This is a fantastic opportunity to build something you are proud of and be part of a business that genuinely invests in its people with a supportive environment, professional development and a competitive package. About the role The Sales Associate will join the New Business Development Team focusing on a Commercial Insurance portfolio. This is a fast-paced driven position which will have you out there independently winning new accounts, prospecting leads, converting conversations and utilising targeted marketing campaigns that bring results to fruition. Working alongside a team of experts you will be encouraged and supported and will receive full training to ensure you are fully licensed on company products. • Plan, prospect and manage your own leads, • Build and maintain a strong pipeline of new business working to KPIs, • Develop trusted, long-term client relationships turning connections into accounts, • Introduce clients to the wider business cross-selling with internal services and teams, • Work in a fast-paced, rewarding environment where no two days are the same The ideal candidate will be motivated, driven and passionate about winning new business and providing an exceptional service. If you seize every opportunity, have a glass half-full attitude, stay curious and optimistic at every turn, and understand what it takes to build and maintain relationships this could be perfect for you. The ideal candidate will have: • Proven experience in B2B sales (insurance industry experience is a bonus), • A commercially focused mindset with a genuine desire to grow a book of business, • Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills, • Self-motivation and the resilience to work independently, • A relevant professional qualification (e.g. CII) is desirable but not essential as professional development is available, • A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle as there will be travel involved to visit clients Right to Work in UK and Full UK Driving License + Own Transport Essential If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

Our client is a growing firm of Chartered Accountants based in a Bury St Edmunds. Following a strong period of growth, they would like to take on an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant. The firm provides accountancy services to clients from a broad range of industries, which include: Health & Beauty, Luxury Retail, Energy, Property and HNWI's. Responsibilities for the xrnqpay Senior Accountant will include: • P Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below. Please click on the apply button to read the full job description

Do you have experience as an Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper at an accountancy firm? Would you like to join a friendly, supportive accountancy firm who support small to medium sized businesses with their bookkeeping? Based in Bury St Edmunds and working with clients across a broad range of sectors including Media, Property, Entertainment, Luxury Retail and Professional Services; your responsibilities as Bookkeeper will include: • Communicating regularly with clients to request their accounting records, • General bookkeeping, including bank reconciliations and processing expenses, • Maintaining sales ledgers and purchase ledgers for multiple companies, • Preparing VAT returns, • Invoicing on behalf of clients, • Managing client bank accounts and processing payments on their behalf, • Preparing management accounts The ideal candidate will have experience of working on both Xero and QuickBooks. Our client is able to offer the successful candidate a competitive salary, a marketing leading benefits package and study support towards the AAT / ACCA qualification. To be considered for this position, you must have: • Experience of working on various software packages (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage), • A good academic record, with good attention to detail, • Started / completed an accounting qualification (AAT ...

We are currently recruiting for a leading accountancy firm in Bury St Edmunds who provide services covering tax, accounts preparation and advisory for a broad range of clients across Media, Property, Professional Services and Hospitality. The firm have a fantastic reputation and have clients ranging from start-ups through to high profile multi-million pound turnover businesses. As a Semi Senior Accountant, you will support the Partners, Managers and Senior Accountants in providing accountancy services for clients, including sole traders, limited companies and partnerships. Responsibilities will include: • Preparing year end accounts for review by Managers/Partners- Day to day bookkeeping for clients- Preparing VAT returns and liaising with tax department- Answering enquiries from clients and senior...

We are working with a well-established and growing business in the Bury St Edmunds area, who are looking to appoint a part-time Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become an integral part of a supportive accounts department, reporting directly into the Finance Manager. This role offers flexibility, variety, and the chance to get involved in both day-to-day transactional finance work and month-end processes. The Role Working within the accounts department, you will take responsibility for both purchase and sales ledger functions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all financial records. Your key duties will include: Managing the purchase ledger from start to finish Matching purchase invoices to purchase orders and resolving discrepancies Inputting purchase invoices onto internal MIS systems and Sage Overseeing goods-in receipt processes Managing the sales ledger, including raising sales invoices and allocating receipts Credit control and debtor management Assisting with sales reporting for the Finance Manager Supporting the preparation of month-end accounts About You The ideal candidate will bring: AAT Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) Minimum 2 years’ experience working in an accounts/finance environment Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to manage and prioritise your own workload effectively Confidence using Microsoft Office and accounting system...

Cedar is currently partnered with a PE-backed services business to secure an Interim Financial Controller on an initial 6-month contract basis. The role is based in the South East with a hybrid working model. The business is looking for an experienced, hands-on finance professional to support the day-to-day running of the finance function during a busy period of growth and change. The Role As Interim Financial Controller, responsibilities are likely to include: • Leading the month-end close process and ensuring timely production of monthly management accounts, • Supporting the year-end audit process and acting as a key contact for external auditors, • Managing balance sheet reconciliations and improving overall balance sheet integrity, • Supporting reporting accuracy, controls and finance process consistency across the function, • Assisting with cashflow reporting and working capital management, • Supporting budgeting and forecasting activity where required, • Working closely with the CFO and wider finance team to ensure sm...

NXTGEN is delighted to be working closely with a forward-thinking and ambitious accountancy practice in Bury St Edmunds to recruit a Senior Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a modern, tech-led firm where employees and clients are truly at the heart of everything they do. With a growing client portfolio, a collaborative team environment, and a focus on using technology to improve the client experience, this new Senior Accountant position offers the chance to work with a diverse range of businesses and develop your career within a progressive practice. If you’re an experienced Senior Accountant looking for a varied role that combines technical accounts work with meaningful client interaction, this could be the perfect next step. You’ll work closely with an experienced and supportive Manager, taking ownership of your work for a portfolio of clients and helping them make better financial decisions through accurate reporting, insightful advice, and effective use of cloud accounting technology. As Senior Accountant, you’ll be responsible for delivering a high-quality service across a range of accounting needs, from year-end accounts and management information through to supporting clients with digital solutions and process improvements. This is a role where you’ll be encouraged to develop your skills, build strong client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of a high-performing team in a way ...

Senior Accountant – Regional practice £38,000 - £50,000 Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk (Hybrid) Westonbrook Associates are delighted to be partnering with a respected and forward thinking Bury St Edmunds accountancy practice with good regional presence to recruit a Senior Accountant into a pivotal client-focused position. The firm advises a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from ambitious owner-managed businesses to more established group companies. Known for its collaborative culture, commercial approach, and commitment to exceptional client service, the practice offers flexible working arrangements alongside genuine opportunities for career advancement. This role is ideally suited to an experienced practice accountant seeking increased responsibility, ownership of a high-quality client portfolio, and a clear pathway for future progression within a modern and forward-thinking firm. The Role As a Senior Accountant, you will manage a varied portfolio of clients, including larger and more complex entities and SME businesses. The position is predominantly accounts-focused, encompassing compliance, financial reporting, client management, and team oversight. Working closely with the Partners and client finance teams, you will play a key role in ensuring assignments are delivered accurately, efficiently, and within statutory...

A client of ours in the Bury St Edmunds area are recruiting a Client Service Administrator to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm and paying £12.71 - £13.18 per hour depending on experience. Following a successful probation period, this role offers hybrid working, with 2 days from home and 3 days in the office. Key Duties include but are not limited to: Maintain accurate client records and documentation within internal systems. Prepare client review packs and support review processes. Analyse risk profile questionnaires and policy information. Complete post-review administration and follow established procedures. Conduct anti-money laundering checks and manage provider correspondence. Monitor upcoming client reviews and maintain records. Provide administrative support to the Private Client team. Maintain training and development records and support continuous professional development.Skills and Experience required to be considered for this Client Service Administrator position: Previous Administration experience Interest within wealth management or financial services. High attention to detail Proficient IT skills Highly organised Excellent communication skillsGreat Benefits to working for this company include: Pension (6% company contribution & 3% employee contribution) Bupa cash plan 25 days' holiday + 1 day off for birthday, plus bank holidays' Christmas Shutdown Income ProtectionIf you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Client Service Administrator position, please apply with your CV. #officejobs

My client is an award winning advice firm with offices in Norfolk and Suffolk, they have been established for over 35 years. Their Bury St. Edmunds based team are looking for a Technical Financial Planning Administrator (Paraplanner) to join their team of successful Financial Planning Support professionals. The successful candidate will benefit from a market leading salary and benefits package and importantly the opportunity to progress in their career with support both personally and financially, in addition all professional exam costs are met, and study is supported. Purpose of the role To provide high quality technical support across the team to enable Financial Planners and Directors to deliver a consistent, high-level service to clients. Being aligned to an individual Financial Planner or several FPs across the team Help maintain and develop a number of client services Support and develop junior team members to enable them to be as efficient and effective as possible, sharing technical resources across the team as necessary Key responsibilities Deliver a proactive high-quality support service to Financial Planners and Directors, assisting with technical problem solving where necessary Check more complex policy analysis and complete complex calculations for clients Liaise with clients, dealing with their queries and ensuring all client correspondence is clear and accurate Prepare for, and attend, client meetings to support Financial Planner by presenting part of the meeting as appropriate e.g. cashflow/CGT calculations, as and when required, in conjunction with line manager approval Hold regular meetings with your peers to discuss cases and to highlight changes in legislation that we need to consider and ideas for enhancing the services we deliver. Involvement with developing procedures for the team Ensure internal systems and processes are followed consistently amongst team members Support and develop junior team members to enable them to undertake tasks that will benefit the team and ultimately the client Highlight serious issues or system errors (provider systems or internal systems) to your line manager, dealing with day-to-day issues autonomously Provide technical training as required and support individual learning and development Maintain and update your personal development record Undertake project activity to feedback recommended changes to promote best practise of key processes and procedures, including client facing documents Personal Specification Diploma qualified (essential) Thorough knowledge of systems and processes Experience of dealing with a number of high level technical queries Providing accurate and timely information and administrative support Development of others Managing complex technical issues Maintaining a working knowledge of product key features, policy benefits and competitive strengths of providers’ products Maintain market knowledge by attending provider seminars and technical updates as well as financial and industry media updates Platform functionality Mandatory compliance training Pass ‘lead support’ knowledge test Attention to detail/accuracy Computer literate and data management, including company specific software Analytical, Decision making & problem solving Ability to train others Planning, time management and organisation skills Report writing & presentation skills Time management Ability to build and maintain relationships Ability to work pro-actively, on own initiative and as part of a team Communication – written and verbal Benefits 29 days holiday + office closed between Christmas and New Year + Birthday off 5% pension contribution Flexible working Hybrid working (two days from home) Profit Share Social events Free parking Free drinks/fruit Cycle to work scheme Length of service recognition Discounted legal services Life cover and income protection Healthcare cash plan Private health care scheme Professional qualifications supported financially

A client of ours in the Bury St Edmunds area are recruiting a Financial Planning Administrator to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (there is the option to work 8.00am - 4.00pm or 10.00am - 6.00pm). Paying a negotiable salary depending on experience. This is a hybrid role working 1-2 days from home after a successful probation. Key Duties include but are not limited to: Prepare financial planning packs Maintain client records in keeping with current processes so that they are kept up to date with all related correspondence uploaded to appropriate systems Ensure all documents are saved and named correctly. Support, train and develop new team members. Obtain information, answer questions, liaising with third parties as appropriate to ensure efficient client service. Keep Financial Planners and clients up to date with progress and flag any concerns or complaints to your manager Adopt new technology and ways of working but feeding back where a process could be developed or improved Processing work in a timely manner Maintain and update my talent development record Cover reception when neededSkills and Experience required to be considered for this Financial Planning Administrator position: Excellent administrative and secretarial experience Proficient in using systems and PC processes Providing accurate and timely administrative support High attention to detail Highly organised Financial services or wealth management industry experience desirbale Excellent written and verbal communication skillsGreat Benefits to working for this company include: Pension (6% company contribution & 3% employee contribution) Bupa cash plan 25 days' holiday + 1 day off for birthday, plus bank holidays' Christmas Shutdown Income Protection Learning & Development provided by team internally If you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Financial Planning Administrator position, please apply with your CV

Are you an experienced Private Client Tax specialist looking for a strategic leadership role within a growing and highly regarded accountancy firm? Hays are working in partnership with a leading firm in Bury St Edmunds who are looking to appoint a Senior Manager or Director, a pivotal role within their private client tax team. You will play a key role in shaping the advisory offering, leading a talented team and working closely with senior stakeholders, with a clear route towards partner. The Role As a Private Client Tax Director, you will take a leadership position within a well-established private client function. You will oversee a significant client portfolio while delivering high-level advisory services across complex personal tax matters. This is a senior, client-facing role, combining technical expertise, commercial awareness and people leadership. Key Responsibilities Client Leadership & Advisory Act as a trusted adviser to a portfolio of high-value private clients Deliver strategic tax planning advice across areas such as IHT, trusts and estates Build long-term client relationships and identify opportunities to add value Provide proactive, tailored solutions to complex client needsTechnical Excellence & Oversight Lead complex advisory assignments and ensure high-quality delivery Maintain the highest standards of technical accuracy and regulatory compliance Keep up to date with changes in tax legislation and identify planning opportunitiesLeadership & Team Development Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing private client tax team Support succession planning and recruitment as the team grows. Create a collaborative and positive working environmentBusiness Development Support the continued growth of the private client offering Build relationships internally and externally to drive new business Work closely with other service lines to deliver a holistic client serviceThe Opportunity Established client base with a strong advisory focus to inherit Clear progression pathway towards Partner Opportunity to shape and influence the direction of the private client service line Flexible working options across regional officesAbout You CTA qualified (essential) Strong private client tax advisory experience, particularly in trusts, estates and IHT Proven ability to manage client relationships and lead complex projects Commercially minded with an interest in business development Experience leading, mentoring and developing teams If you're looking for a senior leadership role with real influence, strong progression prospects and the opportunity to develop a market-leading private client offering, this is an excellent opportunity to explore further. 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 (url removed)