Business development consultant jobs in Ilford

Are you a creative individual with a passion for hair styling and beauty? Do you thrive in a fast-paced salon environment where you can showcase your skills and make clients feel confident and beautiful? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our salon is seeking talented and motivated Hairdressers to join our team. If you're ready to unleash your creativity and elevate clients' looks, we want to hear from you. Job Description: As a Hairdresser, you will be responsible for providing a range of hair care services to our valued clients. Your duties will include, but are not limited to: Consultation with clients to understand their hair care needs and desires Cutting, styling, and shaping hair according to client preferences and current trends Coloring, highlighting, and applying treatments to enhance clients' hair appearance and health Performing hair treatments such as deep conditioning, keratin treatments, and scalp massages Recommending and selling hair care products to clients for at-home maintenance Keeping up-to-date with the latest hair trends, techniques, and product knowledge Maintaining a clean and organized work area and following salon sanitation protocols Requirements: Valid cosmetology license or certification Previous experience working as a Hairdresser or hairstylist preferred Strong technical skills in cutting, styling, coloring, and hair treatments Excellent communication and customer service skills Ability to work efficiently and manage time effectively in a busy salon environment Creative flair and passion for the beauty industry Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed Benefits: Competitive commission-based compensation with opportunities for bonuses and tips Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and stay current with industry trends Supportive and collaborative work environment Opportunities for career advancement within the salon Employee discounts on salon services and retail products

We have an exciting opportunity to work for a rapidly growing bookkeeping and management consultancy company with an extensive portfolio of clients from different company sizes. We are looking for a full-time office/business support manager with a strong financial and bookkeeping skill set to look after both, the general accounting and financial management of the business as well as the day-to-day tasks of managing a busy consultation company. These will be the core tasks but it will also mean carrying out general office manager tasks. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of other office staff members. You will be expected to thrive from having a varied workload and being happy to assist in other financial and non-financial duties as required. Strong organisational skills are essential for this role as well as a willingness to work towards the company's rapid growth. The role: Specific activities will include (but not be restricted to) - Developing and implementing financial and operational strategies to optimize profitability, and efficiency, and support company objectives. - Planning work schedules, delegating responsibilities and assigning tasks effectively. - Managing correspondence and inquiries related to accounting records, financial position and sales data. - Ensuring that the latest version of policies and standards are approved before effectively publishing these. - Ensuring administration and departmental activities are in line with the latest standards. - Planning, organising and coordinating activities and resources across other offices, including preparing and managing budgets, forecasts, and financial reports with accuracy and timeliness. - Conducting thorough analysis to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities. - Monitoring cash flow, liquidity, and financial performance metrics, providing actionable recommendations. - Overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions to ensure efficiency and compliance. - Manage relationships with external stakeholders. - Lead and mentor team members, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and growth, - Controlling purchases, managing purchase orders, and overseeing invoice management and bank reconciliation. - Liaise with team members to provide accurate cost information, assist in quotation preparation, - Recording and monitoring office expenditure and budget management, including expense management, petty cash, and staff overtime. - Assist the Director and Senior Management Team in all high-level financial management and decision-making. Personal Profile and Essential Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; - Proven experience (5+ years) in a management role, - Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate insights effectively. - Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and budgeting tools - Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams. - Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. - Results-oriented mindset, with a focus on driving continuous improvement and achieving business objectives. - High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail, with a commitment to upholding ethical standards. - Highly organised, and commercially responsible, able to manage sensitive data confidentially. - Excellent administration and communication skills, both written and verbal, with a high level of attention to detail. - Flexible working attitude, with a can-do team player approach. - Proficient in MS Office applications. - Must be proficient in the use of Xero accounting for both data entry and analysis and bookkeeping. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday (37.5 hours) Education: Diploma of Higher Education (required) Experience: Management, 5 years (required) Work Location: In person Application Deadline: 29/03/2024