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Your new company An award-winning engineering company based in Cardiff. Your new role Working as a Junior Buyer, responsibilities include but are not limited to: Commercial Delivery and Excellence - Drive value for money, profitability and operational efficiency through effective sourcing, negotiation and contract management. Category and Contract Management - Apply category management principles, draft and support contracts, monitor supplier KPIs and build strategic supplier relationships. Sourcing and Negotiation - Issue RFQs, evaluate bid proposals and negotiate pricing, lead times and commercial terms to support informed decision-making. Supplier Management - Manage supplier approval processes, maintain accurate records and ensure suppliers meet quality, delivery and performance expectations. Operational Support - Raise, process and expedite purchase orders for direct and indirect materials, resolving supply issues to maintain production schedules. Cost Control and Financial Governance - Monitor procurement spend, identify cost-saving opportunities and support budget management, reconciliations and month-end processes. Demand Planning and Risk Management - Conduct forecasting to maintain appropriate stock levels, mitigate supply chain risks and prevent shortages. Continuous Improvement - Contribute to procurement improvement initiatives and cross-functional projects to enhance efficiency and supply chain performance. What you'll need to succeed You'll have previous experience in a Junior Buying / Purchasing role previously, or undertaken buying / purchasing / procurement as part of a wider role. You will work closely with internal stakeholders across production, engineering and finance to identify requirements, source and evaluate suppliers, obtain competitive quotations and negotiate commercial terms to secure best value while minimising risk.The role plays a key part in ensuring quality, reliability and performance standards are consistently met within a safety-critical rail and rolling stock environment. What you'll get in return This is a permanent role offering a salary of £26,000 - £30,000 based on experience. This is a fully office-based role, based in the Cardiff area, Monday to Friday. 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited 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)

Mortgage Administrator / Case Manager Are you looking to build a career in specialist finance with a clear path into mortgage advice? We are currently working in partnership with D&R Recruitment to recruit a Mortgage Administrator / Case Manager for a growing and highly regarded specialist mortgage brokerage based in Cardiff. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy, supportive team where you will gain exposure to Bridging Finance, Development Finance, Buy-to-Let, and Second Charge mortgages. The Mortgage Administrator Role You will be supporting a team of top-performing advisors, helping manage mortgage cases from initial application through to completion. This role is ideal for someone with administration or case management experience who is looking to develop within the industry. What’s on Offer * Salary between £25,000 – £28,000 * Monthly bonus (£250 – £500) once established * Realistic OTE of £30,000 – £32,000 * Early finish every Friday * Full support towards CeMAP qualification * Clear progression into advisory roles What We’re Looking For in this Morgage Administrator role: * Experience in mortgage administration or a similar role is desirable * Strong attention to detail and organisational skills * A proactive and motivated attitude * Desire to build a long-term career in financial services Why Apply? This is more than just an admin role – it’s a career opportunity. You’ll be working closely with some of the firm’s top advisors, gaining invaluable experience and industry knowledge, with the opportunity to progress into a fully qualified Mortgage Advisor. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, apply now. Immediate starts available or candidates with up to 4 weeks’ notice considered

Wales (On-Site or Hybrid) | Executive Leadership Role | Competitive Package We are partnering with a growing food manufacturing business to appoint a Head of Commercial. This is a newly created role is to sit on the SLT, reflecting an exciting phase of growth, investment, and innovation across the business. As a this company continues to expand its product portfolio and accelerate its NPD pipeline, this role will play a critical part in shaping and delivering the commercial strategy required to support that growth. The role is based in Wales and can be performed either fully on-site or on a hybrid basis (3 days per week on-site). Relocation support or consideration will be given to candidates open to moving to the area. The Role Reporting directly to the CEO, you will take full ownership of the commercial agenda-leading Sales, Brand, and New Product Development (NPD) functions to deliver both immediate performance and long-term strategic growth. This role requires a self-starting, highly proactive leader who can bring their own point of view, challenge constructively, and operate confidently at a strategic level. You will work closely with the wider leadership team to define market positioning, unlock new revenue streams, and ensure the business remains competitive, innovative, and aligned with evolving consumer trends. Key Responsibilities -Develop and execute the overall commercial strategy to drive profitable growth -Lead and inspire the Sales function, building strong retail partnerships and expanding into new channels including export and foodservice -Oversee the NPD pipeline, ensuring delivery of innovative, market-led products from concept through to launch -Define and lead brand strategy to maximise market presence and brand equity -Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer insights to identify opportunities and mitigate risk -Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing commercial team across multiple functions -Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, Technical, and Supply Chain to ensure alignment and execution We are seeking a commercially astute and strategic leader with a strong track record within food manufacturing (ideally short shelf life). You will bring: Significant experience in a senior commercial or sales leadership role Proven success in driving revenue growth and securing major retail partnerships A self-starter mindset, with the confidence to bring ideas, challenge thinking, and operate at a strategic level -Strong leadership capability, with experience managing multi-functional teams (Sales, Brand, NPD) -Deep understanding of the end-to-end NPD process and product innovation -Strong commercial and financial acumen, including P&L ownership and margin optimisation -Experience building and developing brands within competitive markets -A data-driven approach with strong analytical and decision-making skills -Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels Why Apply? -Newly created role with the opportunity to shape the commercial function from the ground up Join a growing, family-owned business entering an exciting phase of expansion and innovation -Direct reporting line to the CEO with genuine strategic influence -High-impact, board-facing role with real ownership -Flexible working model (on-site or hybrid) -Relocation opportunities available for the right candidate -Collaborative, forward-thinking leadership environment If you are a strategic commercial leader looking for a role where you can truly make an impact and help shape the next phase of growth, we would welcome your application. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)

About Us We are a dynamic and growing group of companies. We are looking to support this growth with the addition of a management accountant. Role Overview The Management Accountant will oversee the companys cash flow, banking relationships, financial operations and risk management. This role is critical to ensuring liquidity across the group, optimising returns on deposits, managing cashflow and pooling methods and maintaining robust controls over payment processes and other operations. The role calls for a highly organised accountant to deliver confidence with senior leadership through improved cashflow management and visibility. They will be pro-active in identifying opportunities and managing risks to the business and form strong relationships at all levels. Key Responsibilities Manage daily cash flow, including establishment and management of robust cashflow forecast and reporting for the Group. Monitoring daily liquidity across multiple business entities within the group. Oversee banking operations, including reconciliations, payments, and maintaining strong relationships with financial institutions. Support the development and implementation of policies and procedures. Monitor and report on debt facilities, interest costs, and covenant compliance. Be the day-to-day key contact for all debt facilities. Reviewing long-term structure for banking requirements including use of credit facilities. Provide accurate and timely reporting to senior management including cash flow variance analysis. Identify opportunities to improve treasury processes and enhance efficiency. Administer banking platforms, mandates, user access, and bank account setup/maintenance. Finance Operations Manage Finance operations functions including Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable. Oversee Order To Cash process from order to credit control, ensuring timely collection of debts Proactively seek working capital process improvements working with the finance operations team to maximise efficiencies as the Group grows. Oversee the Purchase To Pay process, design and implement a robust purchase ordering and authorisation process, ensuring purchasing controls are adhered to across the group. Ensure timely payment of all taxes and full compliance with all HMRC filing and payment deadlines across the group. Other Collaborate with the wider finance team to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. Oversee Financial risk management, including maintenance of a financial risk register and controls matrix. Support with new acquisition integrations where required by Senior Management, particularly with regards to new debt factoring facilities. Stand in and support for the Accountant role. Skills & Experience Required Essential: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with a minimum of one years post-qualified experience Strong understanding of cash management, debt factoring facilities, banking operations, and financial controls. Highly adept at excel modelling with proven experience of building and developing a range of cashflow forecasts. Excellent analytical skills with a robust attention to detail. Experience of team management and the ability to prioritise workloads of others and support personal development objectives. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. What We Offer Competitive salary based on experience. An opportunity to shape and lead the finance operations function in a growing, acquisitive group. Supportive and entrepreneurial company culture. Career development opportunities as the finance team grows. TPBN1_UKTJ

Trainee / Assistant Accountant – Cardiff (ACCA / CIMA Study Support) Southwest Cardiff (Hybrid – mainly office-based with 1-day WFH after probation) Salary: £32,000 - £37,500 DOE Full-time, 40 hours/week (flexible start/finish times) Are you an ambitious accounting professional looking to take the next step in your career? Our client, a successful and growing SME based on the outskirts of Cardiff, is looking for a Trainee / Assistant Accountant to join their team. This is not your typical trainee role, you will be the sole finance presence on site, working closely with an experienced external Finance Director. Over time, the role offers the opportunity to become the number one finance person in the business, taking full ownership of the finance function and supporting key commercial decisions. What You’ll Be Doing: Preparing, examining, and analysing financial statements and management accounts Managing accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Processing weekly payroll for circa 50 employees using Sage Payroll Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities Reconciling accounts and maintaining detailed ledgers Supporting month-end and year-end closing procedures Liaising with external auditors and providing necessary documentation Developing more commercial reporting to help directors make key business decisions About You: Some previous accounts or finance experience is essential Currently studying or keen to study ACCA or CIMA (full study support provided) Confident working independently, making decisions, and driving finance initiatives Strong Excel skills and experience with Sage 50 or similar accounting software Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive A commercial mindset or desire to develop one What’s on Offer: Full ACCA or CIMA study support, including paid time off for exams Opportunity to grow into a lead finance role in a supportive SME environment Exposure to multiple areas of the business including payroll, HR, and commercial operations Flexible working hours and hybrid working (1 day) after probation 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Pension, death in service, and on-site parking Modern, friendly office environment This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of their role, develop their finance career, and make a real impact in a growing business. Apply today to join a forward-thinking team and take the next step in your career

About The Role About The Role Payroll Specialist – Payroll Operations & System Transition Hybrid – 6 months FTC – Up to £40k FTE Join us at Orbis Education and Care as a Payroll Specialist, where you will play a key role in ensuring our colleagues are paid accurately and on time while we implement a new HR, Workforce Management and Payroll system, Sona. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a critical system transition while supporting the smooth delivery of payroll operations across the organisation. This is a hands-on payroll role with real impact, allowing you to work closely with payroll, HR and workforce teams to ensure payroll processes remain accurate, reliable and well controlled during a period of change. Your Role as a Payroll Specialist: As a Payroll Specialist, you will support the end-to-end payroll process while helping the team successfully transition to our new payroll and workforce management system. You will investigate payroll queries, analyse payroll outcomes and contribute to building strong payroll processes and controls as the system goes live and stabilise. This role is ideal for a detail-driven payroll professional who enjoys understanding how payroll rules, workforce data and systems work together to produce accurate pay. A Day in the Life of a Payroll Specialist Includes: * Supporting Payroll Delivery: Preparing and assisting with the delivery of end-to-end payroll alongside the existing payroll team. * Supporting System Transition: Helping the payroll team during system implementation, go-live and stabilisation of the new HR and payroll ecosystem. * Investigating Payroll Queries: Resolving pay queries, data discrepancies and payroll exceptions to ensure employees are paid accurately. * Analysing Payroll Data: Reviewing payroll outcomes to identify trends, errors and root causes to support continuous improvement. * Strengthening Payroll Processes: Supporting the development of payroll controls and improvements to ensure robust and reliable processes. * Collaborating with Teams: Working closely with HR and Workforce teams to ensure roster, timesheet and contract rules translate correctly into payroll results. * Supporting Process Documentation: Contributing to clear payroll processes, documentation and operational optimisation as the new system becomes embedded. Sound good so far? We are looking for someone who has: * Solid experience processing end-to-end payroll. * Strong systems capability and confidence working with payroll data and payroll systems. * A people-focused approach, with the confidence and communication skills to respond to payroll queries clearly, professionally and with empathy. * Excellent problem-solving and investigation skills when resolving payroll queries and discrepancies. * Comfort working with rules, calculations and payroll logic. * A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively during system or process change. * Strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset. Desirable experience includes: * Experience with Sona or similar workforce management/payroll systems. * Experience supporting payroll implementations or system transitions. * Experience working in care, education or multi-entity payroll environments. Here's a glimpse into some of the amazing benefits you can expect: * Support at every step – Employee Assistance, Wellbeing Champions and Salary Finance Support. * Refer a Friend bonus – earn up to £1,000! * Build your career here – funded QCF and genuine progression – 97% of our managers were promoted internally. * Health Shield Plan - after probation. * Enhanced maternity/paternity – after 12 months of continuous service. * Proud signatory of the JGHR Pledge – paid time off for cancer Who We Are: Orbis Education and Care is a leading provider of specialist support for children and adults with complex needs associated with autism. Our mission is to provide person-centred education and care that empowers every individual to achieve their potential. Behind the scenes, our central teams play a vital role in supporting our services and ensuring our colleagues have the systems and processes they need to deliver outstanding care. As a Payroll Specialist, you will be part of a collaborative payroll team responsible for delivering accurate pay while helping embed improved payroll and workforce management processes across the organisation

Part-Time Temporary Finance and Facilities Administrator Hours: Part-time, 25 hours per week Location: Central Cardiff (close to train station) Contract: Temporary, with potential to become permanent Rate: £14.37 per hour plus holiday pay Môrwell Talent Solutions is recruiting a Part-Time Temporary Finance and Facilities Administrator to join a highly respected Welsh charity based in Central Cardiff. This is a key role within the central administration team, reporting to the Head of Finance and Facilities. The successful candidate will support frontline services by delivering efficient, accurate, and timely administration across finance, housing benefits, facilities, fundraising, and general office functions. You will work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, contributing to the smooth day-to-day running of a busy, purpose-led organisation. Key Responsibilities Finance Administration Assist with day-to-day finance operations, including processing invoices, purchase orders, and payments Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities Assist with reconciliations and basic financial reporting Liaise with internal teams and external suppliers to resolve finance-related queries Support month-end and year-end finance processes as required Housing Benefit Administration Administer housing benefit claims in line with relevant legislation and internal procedures Process applications, assessments, changes of circumstances, and renewals accurately and within deadlines Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on relevant systems Respond to internal and external stakeholder queries in a professional and timely manner Ensure compliance with data protection, confidentiality, and safeguarding requirements Facilities Administration Support the administration of facilities and premises management Coordinate maintenance requests, repairs, and servicing with contractors and suppliers Maintain facilities records, contracts, and compliance documentation Assist with health and safety administration, including incident logging General Administration Provide comprehensive administrative support across the organisation Manage correspondence, emails, and telephone enquiries Support meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, and minute-taking Undertake ad-hoc administrative duties as required General Responsibilities Adhere to organisational policies and procedures at all times Provide cover for management and other team members as required Take responsibility for personal development and actively participate in supervision, appraisal, and training Work flexibly, including occasional evening or weekend duties, to meet service needs Undertake any other reasonable duties consistent with the role and evolving service requirements Person Specification Essential Proven experience in an administrative and/or finance-related role Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, with experience using database systems Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Clear understanding of confidentiality and data protection principles Desirable Experience in finance administration or accounts support Experience working with housing benefits or social housing administration Experience of facilities, estates, or premises administration What’s on Offer £14.37 per hour plus holiday pay Part-time hours: 25 hours per week Flexible and hybrid working options 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata) Pension scheme: 7% employer contribution, 2% employee contribution Benenden Healthcare Scheme Temp-to-perm opportunity Opportunity to work for a respected Welsh charity making a genuine social impact

Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme Are you looking to benefit from a new career in IT and Cybersecurity? Skills shortages in the IT sector are driving the need for qualified, entry-level career seekers and career changers. We help place graduates from this programme into top UK companies and organisations needing to employ entry-level IT and Cybersecurity staff that can hit the ground running with up-to-date skills gained from this programme. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as fully accredited training, which includes tutor support and mentoring, provides you with the skills, practical knowledge and qualifications for you to secure a professional job and career in IT. Whether you are working full time, part time or are unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you and can be completed in a few weeks or a few months (step 1 to 4 below). Your job and career goals are completed in 4 easy steps. Job Guarantee - How does it work? Due to the success of this programme and the skills shortage of entry-level IT staff, we can guarantee you will secure an entry level IT job upon completion of your study programme or we will refund you 100% of your course fees back. This is subject to our terms of learning. Students are able to start the training with a deposit of around £190 and finance the remaining balance over 12 months interest free. This means many students finish the courses and find a placement within the term of the finance agreement. Step 1 - Accredited Online Training The first step is completing a selection of professional, accredited and industry recognised courses from CompTIA which is the global leader in IT Technician, Networking and Cybersecurity training. The training is delivered via multimedia rich video tutorials, practice labs, presentations and quizzes through a portal that you study from home. You will also be assigned an expert tutor and a support mentor to help you throughout your training. Step 2 - Practical Training You will gain practical experience by using practice labs which enable you to practice and master what you have learned. Gaining practical hands-on experience gives you confidence to be proficient in your first IT role. This combination of theoretical and practical skills is what line managers need you to have to be effective and confident in your role. Step 3 - Official exams You will then go on to sit the CompTIA A+ and the CompTIA Network+ exams to give you the official certifications which will be recognised not only in the UK, but worldwide. The CompTIA A+ is the most asked for certificate for entry-level IT roles and the certification most IT Managers start their own careers with. All PCs in a professional environment are networked to servers, cloud based or otherwise and the Network+ gives you a needed foundation level of knowledge in networking. Step 4 - IT Technician placement Ideally you will need to gain two years’ experience in this role before you can progress into a cyber security role. While working as an IT Technician, we will release your second batch of training which is specifically designed to qualify you to move into the cybersecurity field. This official, accredited training consists of online training, practical training and an official exam (CompTIA Security+). Further we can tailor the package to include courses like the Certified Ethical Hacker and Certified Network Defender depending on your requirements and future direction. Cybersecurity Role Once you have completed all the mandatory training in step four and have gained two plus years experience in the IT industry, you will be ready to move into higher paying Cybersecurity roles. We have been helping career changers and new career seekers gain new careers since 2009 and we are a CompTIA Gold Partner, accredited by the BCS (Chartered Institute of IT/ British Computer Society) and the EC-Council to ensure we provide the highest levels of training. In addition, we are also ELCAS approved to help members of the Armed Forces, Service Leavers and Veterans gain rewarding careers in IT and Cybersecurity. Passionate about starting a career in IT? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch