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• £32,971 - £36,656 per annum, • Average uncapped bonus of £5,800 per annum (with potential to earn more), • 5 days a week, • Earn extra with our refer a friend scheme – T&C’s Apply Here at Halfords, we’re looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join our team. If you’re an experienced mechanic with a passion for delivering excellent customer experience and keeping vehicles safe on the road, we want to hear from you. As a Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester, you’ll carry out MOT tests to DVSA standards and complete a wide range of vehicle maintenance and repair work. From advanced diagnostics & repairs to routine services, you’ll ensure every job is done to the highest standard. Drive your career forward at Halfords, the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business, offering excellent training & development opportunities, a wide range of benefits and an uncapped bonus scheme. Benefits Include: • 5.6 weeks’ annual leave, • Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores, • Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more, • Family & Friends Discount Events, • Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme, • Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance, • GP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a day, • Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares, • Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs, • Pension Scheme & Life Assurance You will be given every opportunity to progress your career at Halfords. Access to hybrid training and IMI approved continuous development will be fully supported. Skills and experience • Level 3 qualified in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent qualification or experience), • Valid MOT Testing Licence, • Must have a full drivers licence with no more than 9 points Why Halfords? National Tyres and Autocare is part of the Halfords family. We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move. Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy – and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We’ll broaden your horizons Made up of over 250 specialists in financial services, our FS Audit team are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. By providing quality assurance to the businesses we work with, across the financial services industry, we help to ensure the continuing stability and authenticity of the financial markets. From small start-ups to large international organisations and FTSE 250 companies, it’s our expertise that enables the companies we work with to succeed, no matter what their business goals may be. Driven and ambitious by nature, when you join this team, you’ll make a real and tangible difference – and play a critical part in accelerating our growth journey. If you’re searching for a unique challenge, in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, this is it. Discover a role that delivers all the training, coaching and development you need to succeed. We’ll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You’ll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners. You’ll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You will be someone with; Qualified ACA/ICAS Qualified or overseas equivalent. Educated up to degree level or CTS. Experience supervising and coaching junior members of staff on site. Working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends Sector experience. Experience with listed audited entities. Experience auditing international groups. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. #LI-LM1

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy – and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We’ll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you’ll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We’ll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You’ll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners. You’ll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You will: Act as audit lead - the expectation is that on large assignments this role will be supported by one (or more) Managers. Overall responsibility for each assignment will be retained by the Partner. People management responsibilities covering resource planning and allocation, performance management, training and recommendations for promotion. Act as a mentor to team members and provide coaching with a view to assisting them to achieve their personal career goals. Act as a role model for Manager level. Technical Skills ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Educated up to degree level or CTS. Significant experience of delivering audit and other assurance services to major businesses, including listed (full list and AIM) firms with international interests. Excellent working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Able to demonstrate the development of an industry network. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. #LI-MM1

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons Working with every department at BDO, our Finance team helps us meet relevant legal requirements that ensure our firm operates effectively in a tightly-regulated field. They implement strategies that help us innovate – like combining new technology with traditional financial processes to make us even more digital. As part of this friendly team, you’ll enjoy flexible hours and have opportunities to take responsibility for the delivery of quality work. With your colleagues behind you, you’ll embrace change, new ideas and have an impact on the future of our firm. We’ll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO’s partners to help businesses effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. In this role you will assist and support the Commercial Finance Director and North/Scotland Heads of Audit (LHoA) in managing the financial performance of the North and Scotland offices on strategic issues and on a day-to-day basis as well as providing relevant support, advice and guidance to the overall team within the business unit on financial matters. (Role is based in Manchester office but monthly travel to other offices expected – Leeds & Edinburgh) You’ll be someone with: • A commercial mind, • Analytical skills, • ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, • The ability to handle/process confidential information in sensitive manner., • Project Management, team leadership and delegation skills with a collaborative, participative approach and the ability to engage, inspire and influence people at all levels in the organisation., • Strong leadership and influencing skills to enable proactive relationships with business leaders., • Capable of contributing to the strategic agenda with strong operational skills, • Partnership experience desirable At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. #LI-RZ1 #TJ-RZ1

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons Working with every department at BDO, our Finance team helps us meet relevant legal requirements that ensure our firm operates effectively in a tightly-regulated field. They implement strategies that help us innovate – like combining new technology with traditional financial processes to make us even more digital. As part of this friendly team, you’ll enjoy flexible hours and have opportunities to take responsibility for the delivery of quality work. With your colleagues behind you, you’ll embrace change, new ideas and have an impact on the future of our firm. We’ll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO’s partners to help businesses effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. In this role you will assist and support the Commercial Finance Director and North/Scotland Heads of Audit (LHoA) in managing the financial performance of the North and Scotland offices on strategic issues and on a day-to-day basis as well as providing relevant support, advice and guidance to the overall team within the business unit on financial matters. (Role is based in Manchester office but monthly travel to other offices expected – Leeds & Edinburgh) You’ll be someone with: • A commercial mind, • Analytical skills, • ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, • The ability to handle/process confidential information in sensitive manner., • Project Management, team leadership and delegation skills with a collaborative, participative approach and the ability to engage, inspire and influence people at all levels in the organisation., • Strong leadership and influencing skills to enable proactive relationships with business leaders., • Capable of contributing to the strategic agenda with strong operational skills, • Partnership experience desirable At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. #LI-RZ1 #TJ-RZ1

Our client runs a successful and innovative group of financial services companies offering a unique combination of services for pension schemes, employers, private clients, Lloyd's insurers and institutions. They aim to maintain a high-quality administration service both in the Pension Accumulation and Decumulation phases, delivering exceptional service and support to a vast array of clients. The... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy – and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We’ll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you’ll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We’ll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You’ll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners. You’ll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You’ll be someone : With the ability to identify risk matters and raises with a manager and/or partner, while exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Who can identify and understand needs of the Audited Entity, suggest potential solutions on technical matters and communicate and agree the needs and potential solutions with Managers or Partner. Who can build and maintain strong relationships with new and established Audited Entities, identifying opportunities and be a point of contact throughout the year. With experience of conducting rigorous project and financial management on all projects, completing projects within agreed timescales and raising issues in a timely manner. Qualified ACA/ACCA/ICAS or overseas equivalent. Working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends. Experience supervising and coaching junior members of the team. Experience of managing projects. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Job Title: Transfer Pricing Manager | Job Location: Edinburgh Your new company You will be joining a highly regarded professional services organisation with a strong reputation in complex tax advisory work and a well-established presence in the Scottish market. The firm works extensively with major financial services institutions, including banks, insurers, asset managers, and fintechs, supporting them with cross-border tax matters and business-critical strategic decisions. The Edinburgh office offers a collaborative environment with access to national and international expertise, alongside the flexibility and professional development opportunities expected of a modern, people-focused organisation. Your new role As a Transfer Pricing Manager, you will work closely with a portfolio of financial services clients on a diverse range of transfer pricing projects. This will include developing and reviewing transfer pricing models, analysing global value chains, preparing documentation in line with OECD and UK requirements, and advising on transactions, restructurings, and business transformation projects. You will lead engagements from scoping through to delivery, collaborate with colleagues across tax, advisory, and assurance, and support clients through interactions with HMRC. This role offers significant exposure to complex and high-profile work within the financial services sector, allowing you to deepen your technical expertise while shaping the direction of the practice in Scotland. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role, you will bring solid technical experience in transfer pricing, ideally gained within a professional services environment or within the financial services sector. You will be comfortable interpreting OECD guidelines, analysing financial and operational data, and translating complex findings into clear, commercially grounded advice. Strong communication skills, the ability to manage client relationships, and experience delivering projects to tight deadlines will be essential. Professional qualifications such as CTA, ACA, or equivalent are beneficial, although relevant hands-on transfer pricing experience is equally valued. Above all, you will take a consultative, solutions-focused approach and enjoy working with clients on sophisticated cross-border issues. What you'll get in return You will join a supportive organisation that is committed to nurturing talent and offering clear progression pathways. You can expect a competitive salary, flexible hybrid working arrangements, and access to a comprehensive benefits package. The role offers the opportunity to work with high-profile financial services clients, gain exposure to advanced and evolving transfer pricing matters, and collaborate with specialists across multiple disciplines. This position is ideally suited to an experienced transfer pricing professional looking to take the next step in a dynamic environment where your expertise will be recognised, and your career can flourish. 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. # 4752230

(Generous salary plus car allowance plus Bonus) Barchester have a rare opportunity for a passionate senior sales professional to join us as a Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager. This vital role will support 40+ care homes across the North East and Scotland Division's portfolio to grow their occupancy and have a positive impact on the commercial success of each and every home. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, creative, with excellent attention to detail, who will be able to communicate ideas and improvements clearly at all levels. This is a home-based role, with regular travel across North East and Scotland Required experience/qualifications: A background in sales, marketing, and/or communications Previous experience managing a high-performing sales team Confident in using various reporting processes Experience analysing market and financial data, and presenting conclusions Full UK driving licence Responsibilities: Review the top line of each care home, translating findings into business plans to achieve occupancy, revenue, and EBITDAR objectives Line manage a team of Customer Relationship Managers and oversee the commercial performance of a team of Home Service Advisors Strategic input into enquiry generation across the division Work with management across the division to identify specific difficulties around enquiry management and community engagement, and deliver training to address these areas Recruitment, induction, training, and retention of Customer Relationship Managers and Home Services Advisors Oversee a Divisional Activities lead and delivery of Life Enrichment programmes in all homes Maintain a good awareness of the market opportunities across the division Travel to care homes across the division to gain a depth of knowledge into the Barchester approach and home-specific challenges Deliver occupancy support sessions on a monthly basis across all regions to develop clear action plans Work closely with the marketing and life enrichment teams to develop, deliver, and promote the Barchester ethos Support Barchester's ambitious new build programme to ensure occupancy growth in 3 newly opened homes Oversee social media activity for over 40+ care homes in the division. Demonstrate a clear focus on quality and customer experience Rewards and Benefits: Generous salary Competitive car allowance Access to a range of retail and leisure vouchers Free learning and development opportunities As the only healthcare provider to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for in the UK, Barchester are dedicated to ensuring that our team are respected and their contribution valued. If you are looking to develop a career with an employer that is supportive and offers progression opportunities, Barchester is an empowering and rewarding place to be. 7766

Your new company This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's leading accountancy firms, consistently ranked among the top 15 nationally and part of a globally respected network. The firm is known for its people-first ethos, collaborative culture, and commitment to professional development. With award-winning training programmes and a strong focus on career progression, you'll be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values your growth and empowers you to make a real impact. Your new role As a Business Services Manager, you'll lead the delivery of high-quality accounting and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients, including owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and larger corporate entities. You'll oversee the preparation of financial statements, management accounts, and VAT returns, while also providing strategic advice to help clients improve performance and achieve their goals. This role offers a blend of technical work, client relationship management, and team leadership, with scope to tailor responsibilities to your strengths and ambitions. What you'll need to succeed You'll be ACA, ACCA qualified (or equivalent), with strong experience in general practice or business services. You'll have a solid understanding of accounting standards, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Experience managing a team and building client relationships is key, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Whether you're an experienced manager or ready to step up, your drive and professionalism will be essential to your success. What you'll get in return You'll enjoy a competitive salary package, 25-day holiday plus bank holidays, and the flexibility to buy or sell up to 5 days. The firm offers agile working, including core hours from 10 AM to 2 PM and two home-working days per week. You'll benefit from a supportive management structure, clear succession planning, and access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with counselling and virtual GP services. Recognition initiatives, discretionary bonuses, and a culture that celebrates individuality ensure you'll feel valued and supported. What you need to do now If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a firm that prioritises your development and well-being, we'd love to hear from you. 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 hays.co.uk

Job Title: Partnership Tax Senior Manager | Job Location: Edinburgh Your new company You’ll be joining a highly respected, forward-thinking professional services firm with a strong UK presence and a reputation for delivering market-leading tax insight. The firm supports a substantial portfolio of partnership clients, including large professional partnerships, LLPs, and complex structures requiring deep technical expertise. You will be part of a collaborative and well-resourced tax team that values specialist knowledge, continuous development, and delivering exceptional service. Your new role As a Partnership Tax Manager or Senior Manager, you will take responsibility for managing a portfolio of partnership clients and delivering a blend of compliance, advisory, and strategic planning work. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include leading client relationship management, running update calls, resolving tax queries, and providing proactive planning and risk mitigation advice. You will oversee the seamless delivery of compliance work by coordinating with internal teams, managing partnership tax returns, ensuring adherence to UK partnership tax law, and taking ownership of HMRC enquiries, billing, and workflow management. You will also deliver advisory work across areas such as base profit reform (BPR), salaried member rules (SMR), transactions, and restructuring. In addition, you’ll play a key role in developing junior team members, supporting business growth, and sharing technical expertise across the wider tax practice. What you'll need to succeed You will hold a recognised professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CTA (or an equivalent international qualification). You will bring significant experience working with partnership clients, ideally within a professional services environment, with strong technical knowledge of UK partnership tax legislation and proven experience managing a client portfolio. You’ll be confident navigating complex tax issues, delivering advisory work, and maintaining excellent client relationships. Strong communication skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to lead and develop a nonperforming team will be essential. What you'll get in return You will join a supportive firm that recognises your expertise and rewards your contribution fairly. The benefits package includes empowered flexibility with time spent across office, home, and client site; private medical cover with 24/7 access to a virtual GP; and six annual volunteering days, alongside a comprehensive suite of wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle benefits. Above all, you’ll be joining an organisation that invests in your progression, values specialist tax capability, and offers genuine long-term career opportunities within a high-performing team. 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. # 4780711

PA – Edinburgh (Full‑Time, Permanent) Eden Scott is delighted to be supporting a leading organisation in the recruitment of a full‑time PA to join their Office Services team in Edinburgh. The successful candidate will deliver proactive, high‑level PA support designed to remove administrative workload from the team. This includes full responsibility for client matter administration, workflow coordination, operational support and financial processes. You will anticipate requirements, prepare information in advance and ensure senior colleagues have everything they need to manage their workloads effectively. Key duties include: • Acting as the first point of contact for senior team members, managing inboxes, prioritising communications and drafting responses where appropriate, • Managing diaries, ensuring all meetings, deadlines and commitments are accurately recorded, • Preparing meeting packs and ensuring timely distribution, • Overseeing incoming and outgoing correspondence and ensuring accurate routing, • Maintaining accurate filing of documents, correspondence and compliance records, • Supporting matter opening and closing processes and liaising with internal teams to ensure compliance, • Arranging internal and external meetings, including room bookings, technology setup and hospitality, • Coordinating travel arrangements and associated logistics, • Assisting with business development and marketing activities, including event preparation and maintaining client contact records, • Providing cover and support to colleagues within the wider team during absence or peak workload, • Supporting financial processes including billing, fee letters, Cashroom activity and bank transfer requests, • Working closely with Finance to ensure accuracy and timely processing of all financial tasks, • Generating reports and drafting fee communications, • Assisting with compliance processes, including CMI and AML requirements Person Specification • Previous PA experience (experience within professional services advantageous but not essential), • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage and prioritise workload independently, • Confident communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with training provided on internal systems, • Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy, • Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive, solutions‑focused approach, • Ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement when handling enquiries, • High level of discretion and confidentiality due to the sensitive nature of the work For more information or to apply, please submit your CV to Emma O'Connor at Eden Scott.

Job Title: Sourcing Partner Location: Edinburgh, Hybrid (UK, Remote) This is an opportunity to join a high‑performing in‑house recruitment team embedded in a global financial services organisation, where sourcing is valued as a strategic capability, not a transactional function. As a Sourcing Partner, you will work alongside our recruiters who use insight, data, and creativity to shape hiring outcomes. If you are motivated by solving complex talent challenges, influencing real decisions, and building pipelines that genuinely matter to the business, this role offers the chance to do exactly that. What you’ll do: • Drive talent intelligence, go beyond traditional sourcing by exploring market mapping, competitor analysis, and talent intelligence. Your research will uncover hidden talent pools and passive candidates, helping build robust pipelines and influencing smarter hiring strategies., • Shape outcomes with AI & Data, you will be empowered to experiment with AI and data analytics, to target high-potential candidates, uncover talent trends, and streamline recruitment workflows - ensuring every decision is informed and impactful., • Influence & advise, as you grow, you’ll learn to translate your market insights and research into actionable recommendations for business leaders and hiring managers. Supported by experienced colleagues, you’ll become a trusted advisor, helping shape strategic talent decisions., • Innovate sourcing strategies, bring a curiosity-driven approach to every search. Experiment with search techniques, social platforms, and creative outreach campaigns to connect with hard-to-find talent and help elevate Hudson’s employer brand in the market., • Champion candidate experience, design and deliver a high-quality candidate journey. Through personalised outreach, transparent communication, and authentic engagement, you’ll build lasting relationships and strengthen Hudson’s reputation as an employer of choice. You’ll bring: • Proven experience in talent sourcing or a research related role, ideally within a fast-paced, dynamic environment., • Ability to communicate effectively, with strong stakeholder engagement skills., • A proactive, adaptable attitude with a willingness to learn and initiative to approach unknown challenges., • Experience in utilising data analysis to inform sourcing strategies and decision-making processes., • Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to influence outcomes., • Flexibility to work in a hybrid environment, balancing remote work with necessary on-site presence. About you: • You thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy managing multiple priorities with a solutions-oriented approach., • You are confident in your ability to approach new challenges creatively., • You demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset and contribute positively to a high-performing team. Why you’ll love working at Hudson Talent Solutions: • Opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant, growing company focused on innovative talent solutions., • Hybrid work environment combining remote flexibility with in-person collaboration., • Join a forward-thinking team that values curiosity, innovation, and professional growth., • Develop your career within a dynamic organisation committed to your success. Location: Edinburgh, Hybrid (UK, Remote) A little about us: At Hudson Talent Solutions, we are reshaping the future of talent management. From recruitment to employer branding, we deliver customised, innovative solutions to organisations worldwide. Our team is collaborative, forward-thinking, and dedicated to creating exceptional experiences for clients and candidates alike. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and fostering an inclusive environment for all. Ready to start your journey with Hudson Talent Solutions? Apply now! Want to learn more about us? Visit our website. Please note that parts of our communication used in the course of providing our services are generated with AI assistance and have been reviewed for accuracy by a human. As a company, we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI in our services.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Board Secretary to join a growing global governance function. This role sits at the heart of board and committee operations, supporting strategic decision-making across a complex international business. It is ideally suited to a governance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys delivering high-quality board support. Whilst this role can be carried out on a remote basis, you will ideally be based in Edinburgh or Jersey. Key Responsibilities • Manage board and committee calendars, meetings and logistics, • Prepare agendas, board packs and high-quality minutes, • Maintain governance documents, action trackers and board portals, • Coordinate board effectiveness reviews and governance lifecycle processes, • Support directors and senior stakeholders with governance queries, • Drive continuous improvement across governance processes and reporting Key Skills & Experience • Strong board and committee support experience within an in-house governance or secretariat function, • CGI qualification advantageous (study support available), • Experience within regulated financial services or listed environments preferred, • Excellent organisational, drafting and stakeholder management skills, • Proactive, detail-oriented and confident working with senior leadership If you’re an experienced board support professional looking to play a key role within a global organisation, please get in touch to find out more.

Project Manager – Fund Transformation Hybrid Working – Edinburgh – 2 days a week on site. Financial Services Lorien's leading asset management client is looking for a Fund Transformation Project Manager to join them. The Ideal candidate will come with strong experience and knowledge of working with Fund Migrations, Fund Transformation, Fund Changes, who has strong Delivery, Organisation, and Leadership skills. This role is based in Edinburgh. This role will be Via Umbrella. Working in a Hybrid Model of 1 day a week on site. What You’ll do • Oversee the activities of Fund Transformation Delivery Analysts aligned to your workstack, ensuring their work is of high quality and aligned with team priorities., • Shape the fund transformation delivery pipeline by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders., • Build strong relationships with key business stakeholders and external parties to ensure alignment with transformation goals., • Identify and escalate risks, issues, and dependencies, and work with stakeholders to develop and execute mitigation plans., • Review and ensure the quality of documentation produced within your delivery team such as scoping documents, process design documentation and changes requests distributed to external operational partners., • Solve complex problems across different subject matters by leveraging your knowledge of funds and their operating environments., • Organise and lead workshops and solution sessions focused on planning deliverables or developing solutions., • Guide and support the tasks of the Fund Transformation Delivery Analysts aligned with your delivery while managing their priorities and ensuring their quality of work., • Use project tracking software to build and track fund transformation initiatives, ensuring stakeholders are aligned on critical tasks and responsibilities Key Skills and Experience • 5+ years working directly to support fund operations and/or fund changes within asset management and/or fund administration., • Previous experience of aligning delivery resources within asset management and experiencing of driving those resources to deliver on an end objective., • Advanced understanding of the teams and tasks supporting investment funds through all stages of the fund lifecycle., • Experience of facilitating delivery meetings with large groups of stakeholders and direct involvement in successfully arbitrating on disagreements between those with competing views., • Proven track record of managing and resolving fund implementation issues., • Experience in an environment supporting multiple simultaneous deliveries, prioritising workloads to meet tight deadlines., • Experience in delivery planning and tracking, ensuring momentum is maintained among stakeholders and they are kept aligned and up to date. Desirable Knowledge & Experience • A knowledge of regulations that apply to pooled investment vehicles and how these may impact the Fund Transformation journey., • Knowledge of, and exposure to, third party tender processes and procedures, • Experience of producing papers / diagrams for consumption at board level to convey to complex concepts or proposals to a senior audience., • Hands on experience of producing, reviewing or updating legal and commercial documentation relating to the management and support of investment funds., • Proficient use of Microsoft Office 365 applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc), • Advanced knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Visio, • Experience using Microsoft Teams software and utilising key functionality of that programme (e.g. screen sharing, meeting whiteboard etc), • An experienced user of Microsoft Project or similar project tracking software. IND_PC3

Join our Team Scottish Building Society is a mutual building society, which means we are owned by and run for our members. Although you may not have heard about us, we are the oldest remaining building society in the world. We started life in 1848 as the Edinburgh Investment Company. We help people save and buy their first and subsequent homes throughout their lives. We are a dedicated team focused on growing the Society whilst not losing sight of our values. At the Scottish Building Society, our people are our most important asset - we couldn’t offer such a personalised service without them. We are connected into the communities our colleagues live and work in, and we strive to have a workforce that is representative of our members. We are keen to recruit talented individuals who are interested in joining a company in which they can really make a difference. Our culture is friendly, open and inclusive where we actively encourage everyone to bring themselves to work. If you choose to join our team, you’ll find a great workplace and opportunities to develop and grow. We are currently on an exciting transformative journey, which the successful applicant would be part of. The Opportunity Reporting to the Manager of the Inverness Relationship Centre, a Member Relationship Assistant will deliver an exceptional personalised service, building relationships through regular contact and increasing awareness of our service offering to support growth and retention of existing members and acquisition of new members through online. This role will be based onsite full time, working Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm in our Inverness Relationship Centre. Please take a moment to review the responsibilities outlined for this role to ensure they align with your experience and interest in member-facing, customer service, and first-line support work. We also kindly ask applicants to note that the salary of £27,300 reflects the fixed entry-level salary for this position, and to consider whether this meets their expectations before applying. Key Responsibilities Service: • Provision of excellent customer service by being the first point of contact and delivering an exceptional Front of House Experience., • Actioning customer queries and requests., • Building relationships and finding solutions., • Process transactions including opening of new accounts, making sure all due diligence is followed in line with regulatory requirements., • Efficient Inbound call answering to meet Society’s standards., • Efficient Outbound calling to members as part of our Relationship strategy., • Continuous identification of service improvements both from own experience and from member feedback., • Being a Subject Matter Expert in those tasks aligned to each Centre of Excellence and support other colleagues with their knowledge., • Accurate cash handling., • Adherence to Relationship Centre security measures., • Treat information with appropriate confidentiality and sensitivity., • Actively promoting use of online service to members., • Logging any customer complaints in line with the regulatory guidance and timescales and taking personal ownership for these and where required, forwarding to the relevant departments for investigation, proactive tracking of progress and relaying the outcome of the investigation to the customer and/or providing progress updates to the customer as appropriate., • Account maintenance including transfers, cheque requests and Faster Payments, closing accounts and processing of Bond maturities., • Power of attorney and deceased customers., • Ensuring the relevant operating procedure manuals are reviewed in the first instance and updated as required and kept fit for purpose. Other: • General office duties., • Dealing with incoming and outgoing mail, • Project work or testing as required., • Participate in the training and mentoring of colleagues., • Continuously develop and maintain your technical and professional knowledge and competence. Skills & Capabilities for the role Qualifications: • Preferably educated to Higher Level or equivalent. Essential experience: • Previous experience in a face-to-face Customer Service role, preferably in a Branch environment, • Previous experience working with Microsoft Office programmes. Desired experience: • Working within a Financial Services organisation, • Tenured experience working within a Customer Service environment. Behaviours: • Responsibility, • Collaboration, • Integrity, • Respect, • Wellbeing Essential skills: • Accuracy and attention to detail., • Ability to work effectively in a team environment., • Excellent numeric abilities., • Good listening skills., • Good verbal and written communication skills., • Customer service orientation., • Problem solving., • Honesty and integrity. This list is not exhaustive and the post holder is expected to carry out any other tasks that are required to fulfil the needs of the role. Management may add or subtract from the list of duties in order to meet the need of the business as they see fit and as per the terms and conditions of contract. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE UNLESS YOU HAVE RECENT DEMONSTRABLE RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK. • Please visit our website and click 'Privacy Policy' at the bottom of the page for further information on how we process your information, and your rights under GDPR., • Please note all successful candidates will be subject to criminal background and financial credit checks.

Due to continued growth, a leading TPA have a new role for an experienced senior client lead or pensions consultant to manage a portfolio of major Defined Benefit pension scheme clients. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong commercial awareness with deep understanding of DB pension administration and the needs of trustees and employers. Whilst the role is based from Edinburgh, they are very flexible over hybrid working arrangements and can also consider those based in Glasgow. The successful candidate will oversee strategic relationships, ensuring high-quality service delivery while driving account growth and operational excellence. They will act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders, guiding client strategy and identifying opportunities to enhance and expand services. Depending on level of experience, the client portfolio will be geared towards this. Key Responsibilities • Lead the overall management of several DB pension scheme clients, ensuring service standards and regulatory requirements are met., • Strengthen long-term relationships with trustees, employers, and advisers., • Identify opportunities to broaden services and support commercial growth., • Oversee operational performance, ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient administration., • Provide leadership to internal teams, supporting development and performance., • Manage financial aspects of accounts, including forecasting and commercial negotiations. Experience & Skills • Extensive experience working with Defined Benefit pension schemes, including strong knowledge of administration requirements, governance, and regulatory expectations., • Proven track record in senior client management or account leadership roles., • Strong commercial acumen with experience influencing revenue and profitability., • Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills., • Leadership experience within a service-driven or technical environment. In return they are offering an attractive salary, hybrid working, benefits package and bonus. Please get in touch/apply now for a confidential discussion and more information prior to progressing.

Are you an experienced leader in the Removals Industry? We are looking for a Removals Branch Manager to run our clients' Edinburgh branch. This job gives you full oversight making sure the branch is successful, making money, and leading a team that does a great job in a happy and efficient environment. This could be the perfect job for you if you have a lot of experience with removals, transport compliance, and business growth. Responsibilities: • You are Responsible for overseeing the removals branch, keeping track of every department, from operations to move coordination, warehousing, sales etc., • You’ll play a key role in boosting sales and revenue growth, while seeking out new business opportunities in the removals sector. Building strong relationships with clients and securing new contracts will be a crucial part of your day-to-day activity., • Make sure the business is fully compliant with all transport and health & safety regulations, keeping everything running smoothly and safely. Managing staffing, training, and addressing operational needs, will also fall under your remit., • Staff training, mentoring and developing a strong team will be at the heart of your role, fostering a positive, high-performance work environment., • You will also be expected to conduct removals client visits and attend networking events., • Monitoring market trends and keeping an eye on competitors to maintain a competitive edge will be essential along with maintaining the security and upkeep of all premises and assets., • On the financial side, you’ll oversee credit control and financial reporting for the branch, ensuring everything is in order. Implementing company policies and procedures in alignment with broader strategic goals will be essential., • Finally, you’ll attend management meetings, contributing to regional or group initiatives and ensuring your branch’s success is always part of the bigger picture. Experience: • Previous experience in a management role within the removals, logistics or relocation industry, is essential., • Good knowledge of domestic and commercial removals services., • Understanding of transport legislation, fleet management, and health & safety compliance., • Excellent team leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills would be very handy., • Financial acumen, including P&L management and cost control. If this sound like you please contact Alchemy today for a no obligation conversation.

Eden Scott Accountancy & Finance Division is delighted to be partnering with a respected and growing independent accountancy firm as they look to appoint an Outsourced Finance Assistant/Bookkeeper to their Edinburgh or Dunfermline office. If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact, work closely with clients, and continue developing your skills within a supportive environment, this opportunity offers exactly that. The firm believes great service comes from great people - and they invest heavily in training, development and creating a workplace where colleagues feel valued from day one. About the Firm Our client is a thriving accountancy and business advisory practice with a strong presence across Central Scotland. With a team of over 100 professionals, they support a wide range of clients including owner‑managed businesses, SMEs, larger organisations and individuals. Their approach centres on clear insight, digital efficiency and long‑term client relationships. They work in smaller teams to maintain strong personal connections, and their values are embedded in everything they do. Talent development is a priority, with structured training and opportunities for progression. The Outsourced Finance Assistant / Bookkeeper Role This role sits within the firm’s outsourced finance function, supporting a varied portfolio of clients. Responsibilities include: • Bulk processing of invoices, expenses and financial transactions, • Credit control duties, • Bank and control account reconciliations, • Preparing VAT files and returns, including month‑end reconciliations, • Supporting managers with ad‑hoc client tasks, • Setting up online accounting software, • Keeping up to date with VAT rules and accounting software developments, • Communicating with clients and HMRC, both verbally and in writing, • Working closely with colleagues to deliver a coordinated service, • Maintaining regular client contact to provide proactive support, • Filing and document management This is a hands‑on role with excellent exposure to clients and modern cloud‑based systems. About You You will ideally bring: • A minimum of 2 years’ experience in an accountancy practice using online accounting software, • A genuine interest in cloud accounting, tech‑enabled processes and advisory services, • A commitment to delivering first‑class service, • The ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines, • Strong IT skills and the ability to retain and apply software knowledge, • Confident written and verbal communication skills, • Adaptability and strong organisational skills The Benefits • Competitive, industry‑benchmarked salary, • Clear career development pathways, • Workplace pension & 3x life cover, • Employee Assistance Programme, including GP24, • Access to Reward Gateway with high‑street discounts, • Wellbeing and fitness resources, videos and podcasts, • Client referral bonus, • Staff referral bonus, • Regular 1:1 meetings to support personal development, • Opportunities to join internal wellbeing or ESG groups This is a fantastic permanent, full‑time opportunity based in either Edinburgh or Dunfermline, offering long‑term progression and a supportive team culture. To apply, please submit your CV to Emma O'Connor at Eden Scott. PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately no VISA sponsorship is available for this role, must have full RTW in the UK to apply.

Procurement Manager Salary: c£65k (DOE) + bonus & benefits Location: Edinburgh, Glasgow or Newcastle (hybrid 1-2 days per week in the office) Type: Permanent We’re working with a leading financial services organisation to recruit an experienced Procurement Manager. This role sits within a highly regulated environment and works closely with senior stakeholders to manage supplier strategy, onboarding, and ongoing governance. You’ll play a key role in ensuring suppliers are selected, onboarded, and managed in line with FCA and PRA regulatory requirements, while delivering strong commercial value to the business. This is a fast-paced opportunity suited to someone with strong procurement experience in financial services or insurance, who can manage multiple priorities and operate confidently across a complex stakeholder landscape. Key Responsibilities • Align procurement activity with wider business and regulatory objectives, • Lead sourcing activity, including RFP processes and supplier selection, • Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle, including onboarding, renewals, and exits, • Ensure all third-party suppliers are compliant with FCA/PRA requirements and internal governance frameworks, • Support and deliver robust supplier onboarding processes, including due diligence and risk assessments, • Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal stakeholders and external suppliers, • Oversee contract management activity, including performance, risk, and compliance monitoring, • Drive cost savings through effective negotiation and sourcing strategies, • Monitor and report on savings targets and procurement performance, • Identify and escalate risks associated with supplier relationships, • Support procurement governance, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives Key Requirements • Proven experience managing procurement activity within Financial Services or Insurance, • Strong understanding of FCA and PRA regulations, particularly in relation to third-party onboarding and supplier risk management, • Experience leading complex RFP processes with Tier 1 suppliers, • Category experience across professional services and/or claims supply chain preferred, • Experience supporting underwriting and/or claims functions advantageous, • CIPS qualification (or working towards) preferred, • Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills, • Experience managing supplier relationships, performance, and risk, • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated environment, • Experience working within large, complex organisations, • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, • Strong analytical capability, including interpreting financial data to inform decisions What You’ll Bring • A collaborative approach and ability to influence at all levels, • A results-driven mindset with a focus on delivering value and compliance, • Strong judgement and problem-solving capability, • A proactive approach to risk and regulatory adherence, • Commitment to continuous improvement and best practice

About Us: 12 Hours Location: Edinburgh Our Vision is to be admired for our craft, experience, and sustainability. Desired by our customers and loved by our people. Today Moss is more than a menswear brand, we are ‘Styling individuals for moments that matter’. We’re not just for men on their big day – we’re for everyone, all the time. Whether they need to hire a one-off outfit, elevate their daily wardrobe, or create a custom piece, we’re by their side with over 170 years of tailoring know-how and considered clothing made for life as we all live it now. Our shared values encourage us to Trust our colleagues to think Creatively and plan for the sustained growth and development of Moss. For us this is about working Collaboratively and using Agility to achieve success, whilst leaving a positive impact. Embracing our core values and behavioural competencies strengthens relationships with our customers and colleagues. Purpose of the Role: You will be a true Brand Ambassador who will be able to interact easily with a broad range of customers. You will be a natural promoter of customer service excellence, responsible for the customer’s journey and experience instore, ensuring that customers return time and time again. You will be hardworking, dedicated, and swiftly identify the needs of your customer to provide engaging styling options. Your dedication to exceed customer expectations will support the overall store KPI’s, positively contributing to the overall performance through personal productivity. Key Responsibilities: • You deliver an exceptional customer experience, following the Moss Essential Steps of Service, putting the customer at the forefront, actively greeting, listening, and confidently offering individual bespoke advice, selling in a professional and passionate way., • You strive for high productivity, seizing each opportunity to maximise sales and services goals, elevating every interaction, contributing significantly to our business KPI’s., • You have strong product knowledge for all our services: Hire, Custom Made, Retail, Alterations, Ship from Store and can proactively use this towards tailoring the customer experience., • You will be aware of external opportunities that could improve store performance and provide the best customer experience improving service based on feedback from Feefo and Mystery Shops., • You will assist store management with stockroom and back area housekeeping, including receiving deliveries, stock handling, adhering to all stock & cash control procedures to minimise cash loss and stock loss., • You will follow the Appointment process by utilising the appointed platform, ensuring that all customers are contacted prior to their visit and status information is recorded accurately. What You'll Need to Succeed: Technical: • Basic Product Knowledge involves understanding the features, benefits, and products available in the store., • POS Systems encompasses familiarity with cash tills, credit card processing, and inventory management systems. About You: • Reflects the aesthetic of Moss through personal style and presentation., • Embraces continuous self-improvement, resilience, and efficient time management as core personal attributes, driven by passion for the brand., • Has outstanding communication abilities, to inspire, guide, and foster meaningful relationships, with colleagues & customers, effectively elevating the brand's presence., • Consistently embodies Moss’s core values and behavioural competencies in daily responsibilities and interactions. Rewards & Benefits: • Employee Discount: 70% discount across all our stores., • Team Reward Pay Scheme: Generous bonus scheme, paying up to 15% of your gross monthly salary each month., • Refer a Friend: We recognise and reward successful referrals for Managers with a £500 bonus., • Season Ticket Loan: Financial support for commuting., • Cycle to Work Scheme: Encouraging eco-friendly travel., • Discounted Gym Membership with PureGym: Promoting physical health and fitness., • Life Insurance: Providing peace of mind for colleagues., • Ongoing Development: Tailored to suit your career ambitions from day one., • Access to Moss Learning: An online learning platform for skill enhancement., • Employee Hub: Easy access on the go to colleague benefits, recognition, wellbeing, and company updates., • New Baby Gift: Celebrating important personal milestones of colleagues. If you want to know more about MOSS, our people and our culture, search #LifeatMoss or TailorYourCareer on LinkedIn Moss is unable to offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are not able to support visa applications or future sponsorship.

FINANCIAL PLANNER - PRIVATE CLIENTS £55,000 - £70,000 OTE | BONUS | EDINBURGH | HYBRID WORKING This is an excellent opportunity for a Financial Planner or experienced Paraplanner to join a highly respected wealth management business in Edinburgh, supporting a broad range of private clients whilst delivering holistic financial planning advice and ongoing relationship management. You will be responsible for building and developing trusted relationships with an existing client base, ensuring clients receive tailored financial planning advice aligned to their objectives and circumstances. This is a desk-based advice role, offering the opportunity to focus on delivering high-quality advice and service without the pressure of business development targets. Clients will be provided to you from day one, with additional clients introduced each year to help you continue growing and developing within the business. The company also offers an outstanding development and career progression programme, with the opportunity to progress into face-to-face HNW advisory work in the future, should this align with your long-term career aspirations. The business offers a collaborative environment with strong internal support and the opportunity to work closely with Investment Management and Professional Services colleagues. You will also benefit from hybrid working, excellent long-term career potential, and a strong overall benefits package. The role: • Build and develop trusted relationships with existing private clients, • Deliver holistic financial planning and wealth management advice tailored to individual client needs, • Manage and maintain ongoing client relationships through high-quality service and regular reviews, • Lead professional client meetings, ensuring all advice is technically accurate, compliant, and suitable, • Support clients with areas such as retirement planning, inheritance planning, investments, and tax efficiency, • Conduct annual client reviews aligned to changing client objectives and risk profiles, • Work collaboratively with Investment Management and Professional Services teams to support client relationships, • Maintain accurate client records and ensure all documentation is up to date and compliant, • Operate within regulatory and risk management frameworks whilst maintaining excellent client outcomes, • Continue developing technical knowledge and professional capability through ongoing CPD, • Work within a desk-based advice environment with full support and no expectation to self-generate business What we're looking for: • A passionate Financial Planner with proven experience managing private client relationships, • Strong understanding of holistic financial planning solutions and advice processes, • Ability to analyse client information and provide suitable recommendations, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a strong client service ethic, • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage priorities independently, • Experience operating within a regulated financial services environment, • Level 4 Diploma qualified as a minimum, with aspirations towards Chartered status advantageous, • Maintains an up-to-date Statement of Professional Standing (SPS), • Someone motivated by long-term development and progression within a high-quality advice business What's on offer: • OTE earning of £55,000 – £70,000, • Competitive bonus structure, • Private medical insurance, • Life assurance, • Pension contribution, • Generous holiday allowance with option to purchase additional holiday, • Shared parental leave, • Hybrid working model, • Full client bank provided, with additional clients added each year, • Outstanding development and career progression programme, • Opportunity to progress into face-to-face HNW advisory work over time, • Supportive and collaborative working environment This is a fantastic opportunity for a Financial Planner seeking a role within a highly professional and client-focused environment, offering strong support, career progression, flexibility, and the opportunity to develop towards higher-net-worth advisory work within an established and respected business. If this sounds like the right next step, please apply with a copy of your CV or get in touch directly for a confidential discussion.

Element has an opportunity for a new Finance Reporting Analyst to join our expanding Global Business Services team in Edinburgh, supporting our our Aerospace & Defence business unit. This role would suit someone who enjoys working with data, building insight, and improving how finance information is produced and used. Our brand new Finance Reporting Analyst will support the team by running and improving reports, analysing financial and operational data, standardising and automating reporting processes, and using data analytics to identify trends and improvement opportunities. This role is based from our beautiful new Edinburgh Park office, where our Global Business Services colleagues enjoy state-of-the-art facilities including collaboration spaces, huddle rooms, open-concept layout, and abundant natural light. With fantastic links by train, tram, commuter routes, as well as having designated parking, we are well connected for colleagues across the central belt of Scotland. Core Responsibilities • Run and maintain recurring finance and performance reports for the BU, • Analyse data to identify trends, patterns, risks, and opportunities, • Standardise reporting definitions, templates, and processes across entities, • Automate manual reports and data flows to improve efficiency and control, • Work closely with the GBS accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting, • Support the BU with ad‑hoc analysis and insight, • Contribute to continuous process improvement across GBS reporting and analytics, • Identify and drive process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad-hoc reports, tools, and Excel & Power BI dashboard to improve visibility and decision‑making for management Skills & Qualifications Essential for success: • Experience gained in a similar business finance role, • Degree in relevant discipline - Accounting / Finance / Economics, • Proven experience in data analytics and reporting, • Fluent in MS Excel, • Ability to translate data into clear, practical insights, • A proactive mindset with an interest in automation and process improvement, • Strong analytical and data gathering skills, • Strong business acumen Advantageous skills and experience: • Strong Power BI skills (dashboard creation, report generation), • Experience in a shared services or multi‑entity environment, • Exposure to ERP systems (e.g. D365 F&O)

Eden Scott is delighted to be working in partnership with a prestigious Financial Services client based in Edinburgh to recruit a talented and detail-oriented professional to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual with strong credit documentation and regulatory knowledge, who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. Key Responsibilities • Analyse a wide range of credit propositions, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, • Prepare facility and security documentation and manage cases through to completion, • Instruct and liaise with external legal advisors, • Build and maintain strong relationships with Private Bankers and external partners, • Deliver exceptional client service, ensuring all Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are consistently met, • Ensure all work is completed to the highest standards in line with internal procedures, • Provide guidance and support to team members based on your expertise, • Support the wider team with additional tasks as required Skills & Experience Required • Awareness of UK regulatory frameworks, including CCA and MCOB, • Strong understanding of banking systems, processes and controls, • Excellent organisation, time management, and prioritisation skills, • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, • Ability to work effectively under pressure and to deadlines, • Strong communication and teamwork abilities, • High level of computer literacy and excellent keyboard skills This role will not provide Sponsorship, Only apply if you have the above skills and experience This position may be just one of numerous opportunities we are handling that you could have an interest in pursuing. If you have not been in touch with us before and would like to send your cv over in order to discuss future opportunities, please drop off a CV at karen.kerr@edenscott.com and we can discuss your application further. Eden Scott offers the services of an employment agency for permanent work and an employment business for temporary work.

Job Summary: The Global Delivery division is responsible for onboarding all new clients onto Clearwater’s SaaS platform. As Senior Programme Manager, you will lead on large simultaneous client implementations with minimal oversight, consistently delivering on time and with quality. You will be an integral part of a collaborative division spanning analysts, team leads and subject matter experts. Programme Managers have a diverse range of responsibilities, including defining project scope, creating detailed implementation plans with internal, client, and third-party resources, and ensuring successful, on-time project completion. They provide regular status updates through reports and meetings, lead high-level steering committee meetings, and act as a trusted client relationship manager. Additionally, they manage implementation budgets, actively seek opportunities for service improvements, and oversee the transition from Sales to Global Delivery before a project begins and from Global Delivery to Client Services after implementation. Responsibilities: • Create and manage detailed project plans for the assigned portfolio., • Manage and coordinate internal CW, client, and third-party resources for project workstreams., • Generate weekly status reports and hold weekly status meetings with clients and the project team., • Lead steering committee meetings with C-level client decision makers and Clearwater senior management., • Handle project commercials, including revenue recognition forecasts and unbilled bookings., • Manage and report on resource allocation for the assigned portfolio., • Take responsibility for project metrics such as utilization, go-live adherence, and project billing., • Serve as a trusted client relationship manager, ensuring timely and accurate responses to client inquiries., • Facilitate a successful transition to the steady-state servicing team., • Demonstrate the ability to oversee multiple simultaneous implementations with minimal oversight. Required Skills and Experience: • Financial Services Experience (Front-Back Office Technology, FinTech, Investment Accounting, Client Reporting, Insurance, Market data etc.), • Proven experience implementing large-scale software solutions in Asset Management and/or Insurance space (multi-location settings a plus)., • Proven track record of delivering projects or workstreams for external clients., • Ability to seek out, recommend and implement continuous service improvements within the project timeline (and future projects)., • Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, internal and client facing), • Expert Technical skills in project management tools e.g. JIRA, Excel, Clarizen and Salesforce, • Familiarity with Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platforms and Fintech solutions, a plus, • Willingness to travel occasionally to client site

Company Secretary Part time (21 hours) Edinburgh, Scotland £salary depending on experience plus benefits A fantastic opportunity to join a customer centric, mortgage and savings provider has arisen for an experienced Company Secretary. The role is part time, ideally for 3 days per week which are set as Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday to align with the organisations board requirements. There will be some flexibility from time to time on the days worked, for example during the summer months. The Company Secretary is a ‘stand-alone role that is responsible for ensuring the effective operation of the Board and its Committees, maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance. Reporting to the Chief Risk Officer, the role acts as the principal advisor to the Board, Executive Directors and the Executive Committee on corporate governance matters, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Key duties will include: • Manage the Board and Committee cycle, prepare agendas with the Chair, ensure timely circulation of high-quality papers, preparation of packs, record accurate minutes and maintain action tracking, • Support in the effective running of the AGM ensuring all governance requirements are met., • Ensure compliance with statutory filing obligations e.g. annual returns, rule amendments etc., • Act as the primary governance adviser to the Chair, Board and senior executives The successful individual will: • Be a Qualified Chartered Secretary or have an equivalent legal/governance qualification., • Demonstrable experience as Company Secretary or Deputy in a regulated financial services environment., • Have experience of dealing with regulators, drafting governance papers and maintaining statutory records., • Have excellent written communication, organisational and minute-taking skills. This is a great opportunity for someone experienced who is seeking part time hours, within a smaller, more customer focussed setting. As this role is stand-alone, you really have the opportunity to make it your own and help with shaping the organisations future. Part-Time hours are Tues, Weds, Thurs from 9.00 am – 5.00 pm and our client can offer flexibility with office presence. They request one day per week based at head office (Edinburgh), but with the understanding when there are board meetings that more office presence will be required. Alongside a competitive salary, you would also be entitled to company benefits which include; up to 10% generous pension scheme, private health care and standard 30 days holiday (plus Bank holidays).

Project Manager - Office Moves & Relocation Location – Scotland, Central Belt Hours – Monday – Friday, 08:30 – 17:00 (Flexibility required) Salary - £36k - £44k, depending on experience This is a permanent role Benefits Include: • Monthly Car Allowance, • Healthcare cover, • Life Insurance, • Employee Discounts via Perkbox, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Access to a virtual GP and Health & Wellbeing App, • Training & Development Are you dedicated to delivering great service and want to join a growing company that looks after its people? Have you got skills and experience in a Project Management role with a customer focused mind-set, if so then we have got the role for you. Apleona Professional Services is a trusted specialist in business relocation, workplace strategy, interior design, office fit‑out, and refurbishment. Operating across the UK, we partner with a diverse portfolio of clients, delivering tailored solutions that enhance functionality, efficiency, and employee experience. Our expertise spans the full lifecycle of workplace transformation—from managing office moves and complex relocations to supporting and delivering inspirational, future‑ready workspaces that reflect each client’s vision and values. We are seeking highly organised, customer‑focused professionals to join our team. As a Project Manager – Moves & Relocation at Apleona Professional Services, you will play a pivotal role in planning and delivering a wide range of workplace projects. Working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders, you will ensure that every initiative is executed to the highest standard, driving successful outcomes for our clients. Please note: While the organisation and planning of this role is conducted during standard working hours, the delivery and implementation of works is often undertaken out of hours. Key Responsibilities of the Project Manager – Moves & Relocation include: • The key responsibilities of a Project Manager will be varied and will include, but not be limited to:, • Deliver Move Management and other Projects to key clients following agreed company and client procedures, • Liaise effectively with Management, Operational staff, Client and Third Party Supply chain, • Receive and interpret project briefs from clients, • Ensure all works are undertaken within financial and procedural governance, • Visit site and conduct detailed surveys with a view to providing accurate costing and delivery data, • Brief the Space Planning resource to produce detailed and technically correct layout plans as required, • Attend all collaborative meetings to review and report on project status, • Collate and distribute required information to all relevant parties to maintain programme in accordance with agreed plans and timescales, • Manage and report Risk including mitigating strategies, • Manage sub-contractors in order to facilitate project requirements, • Adhere to Health & Safety processes and best practice, including produce RAM’s, • Manage site through duration of project delivery, • Ensure each project completion meets with agreed timescales and deadlines set against the programme and schedule We’ll make sure you have everything you need to succeed in this role. Ideally, you will already hold a current IOSH qualification, SMSTS and bring proven project management experience from a similar position within a fast‑paced, client‑focused environment. A valid UK driving licence and access to a car are essential. This is a 37.5‑hour‑per‑week role, and flexibility is important. Your working location will vary depending on project needs and may include home working, time in our offices, or time on client sites. You’ll also have access to Apleona’s employee benefits from day one, including a car allowance. Weekend and out‑of‑hours work will be required during key delivery phases. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, click the apply button to begin the process. If your experience aligns with what we’re looking for, we’ll be in touch to discuss next steps.

We are seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Private Wealth Recruitment Consultant to join our growing International Search & Selection team. This role focuses on recruiting professionals across the global Private Wealth, Trust & Corporate Services, Funds and Relationship Management markets. Working with clients across key international financial centres including the Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Luxembourg, Cayman Islands, Bermuda, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai and beyond, you will play a pivotal role in connecting exceptional talent with world-class organisations. This is an opportunity to build a truly international desk within a business that already has a strong reputation and established client relationships across the sector. Key Responsibilities Business Development • Develop and grow relationships with Private Wealth, Trust, Corporate Services and Funds organisations globally., • Identify and win new business opportunities through proactive market engagement and networking., • Build long-term partnerships with senior hiring managers and business leaders., • Represent Meraki Talent at industry events, conferences and networking forums. Recruitment Delivery Manage end-to-end recruitment assignments across permanent and retained search mandates. Source, assess and engage high-calibre professionals across: • Trust Administration, • Fiduciary Services, • Corporate Services, • Fund Administration, • Fund Governance, • Investor Services, • Relationship Management, • Private Client Services, • Compliance and Risk, • Executive Leadership Conduct competency-based interviews and detailed candidate assessments. Deliver consultative market intelligence, salary benchmarking and hiring insights to clients. Talent Network Development • Build and maintain a global network of professionals across key international jurisdictions., • Develop talent pipelines for future hiring needs., • Support candidates throughout the recruitment journey, including relocation opportunities and international career moves. Market Expertise Become a recognised specialist within the global Private Wealth and Fiduciary Services market. Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory developments and talent movements and produce market mapping and talent intelligence reports for clients. What Success Looks Like • Consistently delivering high-quality placements across international markets., • Building a sustainable portfolio of clients and candidate relationships., • Becoming a trusted advisor within the Private Wealth and Trust sector., • Contributing to the growth and reputation of Meraki Talent's International Search & Selection division., • Demonstrating our values through every client and candidate interaction. About You We are interested in speaking with individuals who are: Essential • Experienced recruiters with a proven track record in professional services, financial services or international recruitment., • Strong relationship builders with excellent communication and influencing skills., • Commercially minded with a passion for business development., • Motivated by achieving ambitious goals and delivering exceptional outcomes., • Highly organised with strong attention to detail., • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment. Desirable • Previous experience recruiting within Private Wealth, Trust, Corporate Services, Funds or Financial Services., • Knowledge of offshore and international financial centres., • Experience managing retained or executive search assignments., • International recruitment experience. What We Offer At Meraki Talent you will have the opportunity to build a genuinely international specialist recruitment desk and have access to an established client base and global talent networks. We offer market-leading recruitment technology and sourcing tools and structured career progression with clear pathways to Senior Consultant, Manager and Director level. We offer industry-leading commission and incentive schemes with ongoing training, coaching and leadership development. You can enjoy Hybrid working and flexible location across Edinburgh or London. The company offers a collaborative culture built around integrity, expertise and shared success combined with the opportunity to make a real impact on careers, businesses and communities. If you want to have an informal chat, please drop our CEO Andrew Welsh a note in the strictest confidence on andrew.welsh@merakitalent.com

• Job Title: Head of Operations, • Location: Royal Botanical Garden Edinburgh, 20A Inverleith Row, Edinburgh, EH3 5NZ, • Highly competitive Salary + Bonus + Flexible benefits fund, • 40 Hours / 5 over 7days Job Introduction We seek an experienced and dynamic Head of Operations for the Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh, a flagship venue within our Heritage Portfolio sites. This pivotal role will drive operational excellence, strengthen client relationships, and deliver outstanding visitor and customer experiences across all catering and events services. The successful candidate will lead, develop, and manage the catering operations team, ensuring the highest quality, safety, and innovation standards while delivering commercial success. This position requires a proactive approach to continuous improvement, financial management, and a commitment to creating a safe, welcoming environment where excellence is the standard. Heritage Portfolio was founded in Edinburgh in 2002, and since then, we have built a reputation for delivering exceptional catering and event services across some of Britain’s most iconic venues. Our focus on quality, creativity, and client satisfaction has earned us a loyal client base and a reputation for excellence in the industry. Our guiding principle is building a business to be proud of, and as we expand our reach within bespoke events and visitor experiences, we remain committed to providing remarkable experiences that go beyond excellent food, creating memorable moments for every guest. What You'll Do: Team Leadership and Development • Maintain high performing teams through effective annual appraisals, staff engagement surveys, talent development, and succession planning. Recruitment and Training • Recruit, train, and develop team members to ensure their skills align with their roles and personal development plans. Financial Management • Achieve financial objectives by analysing monthly results, providing accurate forecasts, and delegating responsibilities to direct reports. Operational Performance Improvement • Identify opportunities to enhance performance across all catering functions, including retail, events, internal functions, and staff amenities. Client Engagement and Contract Management • Monitor client relationships and performance to support contract extension opportunities and ensure client satisfaction. Client Relationship Building • Liaise with clients to understand their objectives and develop tailored strategies that align with the Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh activities. Health and Safety Compliance • Promote a zero harm culture by managing quality control, health, safety, and hygiene standards in line with company policies. Incident Reporting and Response • Report any incidents, accidents, or safety concerns immediately and take appropriate action according to company procedures. Operational Support • Provide operational support and ensure the effective delivery of services as directed by leadership. What you bring: • Experience managing a team in the events industry, • Strong commercial background with responsibility for managing a complex venue P and L, • A passionate interest in the catering industry, knowledge of current trends and interest in the hospitality world, • Demonstrable experience in a high volume hospitality and retail catering environment, • A competent communicator and ability to present to colleagues, peers, and clients, • Evidence of being organised and possess excellent planning skills, • Ability to competently use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Email, • Proven record of managing a team encompassing operations, culinary, coordination, and finance, • Ability to motivate a team of mixed abilities and personalities Desirable • Experience and understanding of event costings and design of events, • Staff training experience or qualification, • Experience in assisting to create a sales and marketing plan, • Capability to identify and highlight revenue maximising opportunities, • Ability to produce accurate work to tight deadlines under pressure, • First aid and personal alcohol licence qualifications, • High degree of dependability and self reliance

Seeking experienced Data Analysts from a banking / financial services background to support major transformation and data initiatives. Candidates should be comfortable operating between business and technology teams, translating requirements into actionable solutions. Core Requirements • 5–10 years’ experience in Data Analysis / Data-focused roles, • Background within financial services (ideally banking) Strong experience in: • Data requirements gathering and definition, • Translating business needs into technical solutions, • Working with multiple data sources and data flows, • Building dashboards and reporting outputs, • Proven ability to engage with both technical teams (developers/engineers) and business stakeholders Technical & Functional Skills Experience with: • Data analysis, manipulation, and transformation, • Data mining and reporting tools, • Designing or supporting data flows / pipelines, • Exposure to technology solution design, • Understanding of data integration into existing systems (“data refineries”), • Awareness or experience of AI use cases / data-driven innovation Domain Experience (Desirable) • Risk / Regulatory, • Third Party Risk Management (TPRM), • Operational Resilience

Senior Quantity Surveyor Certain Advantage are hiring for a Senior Quantity Surveyor based in Edinburgh on a permanent basis. MEP experience within data centre projects is strongly preferred. The company: We’re working with a successful global consulting and project management firm specialising in real estate, infrastructure, and construction. It helps clients plan, design, and deliver complex buildings and urban developments from early feasibility studies all the way through to completion and operation. The company is known for combining engineering expertise with sustainability and digital innovation. It often works on large-scale projects like corporate headquarters, hospitals, airports, and smart city developments, ensuring they’re efficient, environmentally responsible, and future ready. Your responsibilities: • Take ownership of pre- and post-contract services across multiple projects, • Provide expert commercial and financial guidance to clients, • Prepare Bills of Quantities (BoQs), tender documentation, and feasibility studies, • Oversee procurement, contract administration, valuations, and payments, • Maximise cost efficiency and project profitability, • Manage claims, resolve disputes, and support successful outcomes, • Collaborate with internal teams to deliver excellence and grow the business Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you’re hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we’ll work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Engineering, IT, Defence & Aerospace. If this job isn’t for you, head to certainadvantage.co.uk and register for job alerts and career guidance tips.

Eden Scott is delighted to be working in partnership with a well-established and highly respected financial planning firm as they look to appoint an experienced Client Support Executive – Financial Planning to support their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and client-focused individual to join a professional and supportive environment, where you will play a key role in delivering a high standard of service to both advisers and clients. Key Responsibilities • Providing full administrative support to Financial Advisers, • Preparing client review packs, valuations, and documentation, • Processing new business across pensions, investments, and protection, • Liaising with providers and platforms to obtain information and track cases, • Maintaining accurate and compliant client records, • Supporting the client onboarding process, including AML/KYC checks, • Managing client correspondence and responding to queries, • Updating back-office systems and monitoring pipelines, • Assisting with diary management and preparation for client meetings Person Specification • Previous experience within an IFA or financial services administration role, • Strong understanding of pensions, investments, and protection products, • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail, • Strong communication skills and a professional approach, • Experience using financial back-office systems (e.g. Intelligent Office, Xplan, Salesforce), • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines What’s on Offer • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Supportive and collaborative working environment, • Opportunity for progression within financial planning, • Study support available for professional qualifications If you are an experienced IFA Administrator looking to take the next step in your career, we would be keen to hear from you. To find out more, please contact Karen Kerr at Eden Scott for a confidential discussion. Eden Scott offers the services of an employment agency for permanent work and an employment business for temporary work. This position may be just one of numerous opportunities we are handling that you could have an interest in pursuing. If you have not been in touch with us before, please call on 0131 550 1100 or drop off a CV to Karen.kerr@edenscott.com and we will make sure that most relevant Consultant gets back to you as soon as possible. Please note that we never send CVs anywhere without your prior consent

Client Solutions Team At Meraki Talent, we connect exceptional talent with world-class organisations across Financial Services and Professional Services. As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a Client Delivery Recruitment Consultant to join our Client Solutions team. This is a delivery-focused recruitment role, supporting key client accounts by sourcing and managing high-quality interim and contingent talent. This is not a sales position — the focus is on candidate delivery, client service, and operational excellence across high-volume hiring projects. We are ideally seeking an ambitious junior recruiter with experience in temporary or contract recruitment who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building strong candidate relationships. The Role As a Client Delivery Recruitment Consultant, you will play a key role in delivering interim recruitment solutions for a range of Financial and Professional Services clients. Working closely with the wider Client Solutions team, you will manage candidate pipelines, co-ordinate recruitment activity, and ensure an exceptional experience for both clients and candidates throughout the hiring process. You will support a variety of high-volume hiring projects, requiring strong organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Key Responsibilities • Source and engage high-quality interim and contingent professionals across Financial and Professional Services, • Build and manage talent pipelines through proactive sourcing, networking, database searches, and candidate referrals, • Conduct candidate screening interviews and manage candidates throughout the recruitment process, • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within the CRM and recruitment database, • Deliver an excellent candidate and client experience through consistent communication and efficient process management, • Support high-volume recruitment campaigns and project-based hiring activity, • Coordinate interviews, onboarding activity, compliance checks, and offer management, • Work collaboratively with the wider Client Solutions team to meet delivery targets and client expectations, • Provide market insight and candidate feedback to support hiring decisions About You We are looking for someone who is motivated, organised, and passionate about delivering a high-quality recruitment service. You will ideally have: • Previous experience within recruitment, resourcing, or talent acquisition, • Experience supporting temporary, interim, or contract recruitment activity, • Strong talent sourcing and candidate management skills, • Excellent database and CRM management capability, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple vacancies and priorities simultaneously, • A client-focused mindset with excellent communication and relationship-building skills, • The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume recruitment environment, • High attention to detail and strong administrative capability, • A collaborative and proactive approach to work Why Join Meraki Talent? At Meraki Talent, we are passionate about creating impact — for our clients, candidates, communities, and our own people. You will join a collaborative and high-performing business with genuine opportunities for development and progression. We offer: • A supportive and collaborative team environment, • Clear career development opportunities, • Exposure to leading Financial and Professional Services clients, • Modern recruitment technology and sourcing tools, • Flexible and agile working, • Ongoing training and development, • A people-first culture built on integrity, professionalism, and impact Connecting People. Creating Impact.

A rare new opportunity has arisen to join a leading chartered financial planning firm with a central Edinburgh office for an experienced and technically proficient Paraplanner to join the team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced (mostly Chartered) Financial Planning Advisers, contributing to the delivery of high-quality client service and strategic financial advice. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting advisers through the preparation of comprehensive financial reports, conducting product research, and ensuring client data is accurately maintained. This position requires a proactive approach to managing workflows, collaborating with internal teams, and engaging with clients and third parties. Key Responsibilities • Draft and deliver client reports and annual reviews with precision and clarity, • Collaborate with advisors to implement client requests and financial strategies, • Maintain and update client records using financial planning software, • Conduct technical research to support financial recommendations, • Liaise with clients and external providers, both in person and remotely, • Ensure all work complies with regulatory standards and internal policies, • Contribute to process improvement and departmental efficiency, • Support the collection and reporting of management information (MI) Experienced required: • CII Level 4 qualification (or equivalent), • Previous experience in a paraplanning or technical support role within financial services, • Strong understanding of financial products, planning tools, and compliance frameworks, • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with clients, • Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial modelling software This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a values-driven organisation that prioritises integrity, long-term thinking, and client-first service. The team fosters a collaborative environment where independence and innovation are encouraged, and professional development is actively supported. A competitive salary, benefits package, study support and hybrid working is on offer and a chance to join them during a period of growth. Please get in touch as soon as possible to hear more and have a confidential discussion with Alison Curran prior to progressing

Rev & Regs are seeking a Senior Client Proposition Manager to work for a dynamic and well-respected investment and wealth management firm in London. This is a 6-month fixed term contract. You will support client proposition activity within the business aligned with Group strategy, including design, development, delivery and ongoing ownership. Ensure client need, satisfaction and experience are key components of future proposition development. Responsibilities: • Manage the development and deployment of a range of client facing propositions that are calibrated to meet multiple client needs recognising life-stage, investment risk appetite and channel preferences. Proposition development should be conceived at both individual and portfolio level., • Ongoing ownership of specific propositions, including periodic review, KPI monitoring (commercial, client, risk, conduct), utilisation and alignment to client segmentation strategy., • Market scanning and reporting in place to improve benchmarking for fair value; VFM for clients; total costs to client; competitor awareness; business leadership knowledge and decision making. Ongoing consideration of new analysis tools, e.g. behavioural economics., • Proposition choice criteria to include client insights, brand, channel/target market, marketing strategy., • Client and User Experience design standards that deliver against brand, client expectations and proposition promises recognising the businesses blend of human and digital contact points., • Show leadership in managing and resolving live proposition issues, coordinating resource to ensure bottlenecks and problems are escalated and resolved., • Work closely with teams across group to ensure processes are lean, efficient and support growth., • Management of 3rd party suppliers/contractors. Ensure they are engaged and committed to supporting our objectives, and that actions are delivered in a timely fashion., • Champion lean processes and continuous improvement across proposition delivery. Experience: • Relevant business experience, preferably in Wealth and/or Asset Mgmt., • Proven track record in senior proposition or strategy roles within wealth management having track record to design, develop, and own client-facing propositions., • Technical background in financial services., • Demonstrated ability to guide strategic investments and enhancements., • Professional investment qualification, BA/MBA desirable., • Strong project management skills and proactive problem-solver with a bias for action and continuous improvement., • Ability to consolidate facts and produce credible recommendations., • Outline knowledge of investment vehicles and investment markets., • A sound understanding of the investment process., • Strategic thinking with operational execution with broad understanding of settlement and operational processes. Location: Hybrid (2 days per week in Edinburgh office) Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 Contract: 6-month FTC

Role: Datastage & Oracle Regulatory Developer (Data Engineering) We are seeking a senior DataStage & Oracle Regulatory Developer to support the design, development, and delivery of strategic changes within the Risk Data Warehouse (RDW) platform, while ensuring continuity across critical regulatory initiatives including Basel 3.1, Murex migration, SA-CCR, and Credit Risk transformation programs. NO SPONSORSHIP OFFERED Required Skills & Experience • Strong hands-on experience with IBM Datastage and Oracle PL/SQL development., • Extensive experience in Risk Data Warehouse and regulatory reporting environments., • Good understanding of Basel 3.1, SA-CCR, Credit Risk, and Murex-related data flows., • Expertise in ETL architecture, data modelling, and large-scale data integration., • Experience supporting critical production systems in financial services environments., • Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills., • Ability to lead technical discussions and mentor junior engineers.

Grade and Salary: Grade 9 - £58,225 to £69,488 FTE and working pattern: Full Time (1FTE), Open ended Location: This role can be based on our Edinburgh or Dubai campuses – minimum 3 days per week on campus, up to 2 days per week home working About our School/Directorate and Team :Heriot-Watt University has a proud 25-year legacy of delivering world-class online and distance learning. Today, over 7,000 students from 160 countries study with through our Online Campus - making up more than 25% of our total student body. We are now entering an ambitious phase of investment and growth for Heriot-Watt Online, with a bold 10-year strategy to expand our reach and impact. In a world where the nature of work is evolving rapidly, we are committed to delivering flexible, accessible and career-focused education at scale - empowering individuals and organisations to thrive in times of transformation. The Head of Student Success and Experience will be a key leader in realising this vision. Joining a dynamic and collaborative team, this role will shape and execute strategies that drive sustainable growth, harness our global reputation and position Heriot-Watt as a leader in digital education worldwide. This role can be based on our Edinburgh or Dubai campuses – minimum 3 days per week on campus, up to 2 days per week home working. Purpose of Role The Head of Student Success and Experience (Heriot-Watt Online) will set the vision, strategy, and execution plan for the Online Campus student success and experience function, ensuring a best-in-class experience that enhances student engagement, retention, and progression, and positions Heriot-Watt as a leader in flexible, global learning. You will lead, expand, and oversee the Student Success team dedicated to Online students, Graduate Apprentices and Corporate Partners, driving initiatives that directly contribute to higher retention, completion, and graduation rates, as well as improved student satisfaction, community and belonging. This senior leadership role demands expert knowledge of global best practices in online student retention, pastoral care and success. You will play a critical role in shaping the future of the online campus student experience, ensuring we meet the evolving needs of learners, employers, and partners worldwide. You will play an important role in representing the voice of our learners, putting the student at the heart of our decision making. Main duties include, but are not limited to - Key Responsibilities Strategic leadership • Develop and execute a student success strategy, aligned with the Online Campus objectives., • Drive initiatives to enhance student satisfaction, retention, and progression across all programmes and portfolios., • Establish KPIs for student success, measuring and improving student outcomes through data-driven decision-making., • Contribute to annual student number planning and financial planning, updating forecasting based on data insights, • Advocate for student experience excellence within the Online Campus Leadership Team and across Heriot-Watt University. Student experience, engagement & retention • Lead the Student Success team, ensuring learners receive high-quality support at scale., • Create and oversee a proactive, data-informed student support model, ensuring effective interventions that drive engagement and retention., • Develop and implement strategies for onboarding, induction, and digital skills development for learners., • Develop a community-building strategy and champion initiatives that foster belonging, peer-to-peer engagement, and student-led networks., • Collaborate with marketing, academic, and operational teams to enhance student communications and engagement touchpoints. Operations and continuous improvement • Own and refine key student success processes, from enrolment through to graduation, ensuring seamless coordination across teams (e.g. academic, technical, operations, finance, etc.)., • Develop a strong, collaborative working relationship with the Head of Marketing and Recruitment (Online Campus) and Head of Registry (Online Campus), jointly reviewing and optimizing the end-to-end student lifecycle processes to ensure a consistent, efficient and seamless student experience, ensuring excellent student experience and retention., • Work with the Head of Off-Campus Students to ensure complaint management and escalation pathways support positive student experiences and timely resolution., • Use data analytics to monitor student engagement patterns, identifying and addressing potential risk factors for retention., • Drive continuous improvement in student support interventions, faculty-student interactions, and pastoral care models., • Contribute to and hold an awareness of student policies related to assessment, curriculum, progression and student support, ensuring students are given accurate, up to date guidance., • Use CRM and student records tools, as well as the VLE and other platforms, to monitor and enhance student engagement and communications. CRM and systems • Establish ownership and manage the ideal Student Success tech-stack (CRM, SRS, emailing platform, etc.) to ensure the scale and quality of the student success offering., • Draw up business cases and get buy-in for systems and tech developments or enhancements needed to deliver on Student Success initiatives and KPIs., • Ensure the team are properly trained in the use of relevant systems and platforms., • Draw up process documentation and monitor use of relevant systems and platforms to ensure correct and optimal use., • Work in partnership with the Head of Registry (Online Campus) to ensure CRM, student records and other systems align with academic operations requirements. Teamwork and collaboration • Work closely with Recruitment, Marketing, Digital Education and Registry & Academic Services (RAS) teams to align student success efforts with strategies aimed at improving student recruitment and learning experiences., • Ensure alignment between Student Recruitment, Registry & Academic Services (RAS) and Student Success processes, including onboarding, enrolment, progression and graduation work flows., • Provide insights into student behaviour and success metrics to inform marketing, programme design and institutional strategy., • Support key institutional initiatives, including B2B/Employer partnerships and scholarship programmes., • Lead the approach to tracking and reporting on student progression and satisfaction metrics. People management and team leadership • Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing Student Success team, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills and resources to support students effectively., • Foster a student-first culture and ensure best practices in online student support are continuously adopted., • Set and manage the Student Success budget, optimising resources while achieving strategic objectives. Key Skills & Experience Essential • Knowledge of best practices in student lifecycle and experience management., • Knowledge of or experience in a higher education setting, preferably in an online learning environment., • Proven ability to drive measurable improvements in student retention, engagement, belonging and satisfaction., • Expertise in data-driven decision-making, using data to inform decision-making., • Strong team leadership experience, with a track record of managing and growing successful teams., • Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration, working with academic, operational, and marketing teams to enhance student outcomes., • Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, problem-solving and influencing skills., • Demonstrable experience of managing resources, workloads and changing priorities for self and others., • Demonstrable ability to work within a fast-changing environment., • Project management skills including resource management, project reporting and budgeting. Desirable • Demonstrable experience of leading and managing change., • Track record of achieving results in a high growth environment with a commercial focus., • Experience with CRM tools and student success platforms to monitor and enhance student engagement., • Understanding of global online education trends and the challenges facing diverse, international student populations., • Familiarity with B2B student engagement and employer-sponsored learning models.

A fantastic opportunity for a good ideas "change" person, who understands the fundamentals of finance and treasury, who is happy to get their sleeves rolled up without getting lost in the detail. Your collaborative approach, solid understanding of the importance of governance and your track record of project delivery will allow you to add value quickly. The Role This is an interim and mostly on-site (4 of 5) role within the Financial Control function, accountable for the design and delivery of treasury‑related finance transformation ahead of a permanent Treasury & Banking Manager appointment. The role focuses on defining, structuring and delivering the changes required to enable a robust, well‑governed Treasury & Banking function. It does not own treasury business‑as‑usual activities, but instead establishes the operating model, controls, documentation and delivery momentum that will be handed over into permanent ownership. What You’ll Do • Conduct a comprehensive review and evaluation of the existing treasury environment to develop and execute a well-defined treasury operating model., • Define the target Treasury & Banking operating model in collaboration with Finance and other directly impacted teams., • Deliver priority change initiatives required to move from current state to target state., • Project manage treasury‑related workstreams, including bank account rationalisation, cash visibility and the implementation of a governance framework., • Design and document audit‑ready treasury processes, controls and operating procedures., • Lead the implementation of robust cash visibility processes and 13-week cashflow forecast modelling., • Project manage the HSBC Direct Payment Collection implementation and the CASS 15 regulatory project, ensuring milestones are tracked and delivered on time, • Prepare and execute a structured handover into a permanent Treasury & Banking Manager Who You Are • Proven experience delivering finance transformation or change initiatives within Financial Services or regulated environments, • Strong project management and delivery capability across complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives, • Solid understanding of treasury and finance fundamentals (cash, banking, controls, governance) without requiring deep technical specialism, • Comfortable operating at middle‑management level, influencing through collaboration rather than authority This role does not require a qualified accountant or a career treasury manager, however experience within that field along with strong finance transformation experience would be advantageous. What Success Looks Like At the end of the 6-month term we would expect to achieve the following: • A clearly defined Treasury & Banking target operating model, • Treasury change initiatives delivered or embedded, • Improved cash visibility, governance and understanding of cash movements including a standardised 13‑week rolling cash flow forecast, • Audit‑ready processes and documentation established, • A smooth and effective handover into permanent treasury BAU ownership

The position of Accounts / Administration Assistant (Sage) requires a detail-oriented individual to support accounting and administrative tasks within the business services industry. Based in Edinburgh, this temporary role is ideal for someone with experience using Sage software and a keen eye for organisation.\n\nClient Details\n\nThis opportunity is with a well-established small-sized organisation in the business services industry. The company is committed to providing exceptional support to its clients and values efficiency and accuracy in its operations.\n\nDescription\n\nProcess invoices, payments, and other financial transactions using Sage software.\nMaintain accurate and up-to-date records of financial data and administrative files.\nAssist in preparing financial reports and documentation for internal use.\nHandle general administrative tasks, including correspondence and data entry.\nSupport the organisation with finance and administrative day-to-day operations.\nCollaborate with team members to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.\nResolve any discrepancies in financial records or transactions promptly.\nProvide excellent internal and external customer service\nSupport in organising events and other ad hoc duties \n\nProfile\n\nA successful Accounts / Administration Assistant (Sage) should have:\n\nProficiency in using Sage software for accounting tasks.\nStrong organisational skills with attention to detail.\nPrevious experience in accounting or administrative roles.\nAbility to work independently and meet deadlines effectively.\nExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written.\nA proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.Job Offer\n\nHourly pay ranging from £14.00 to £16.00, based on experience.\nTemporary role offering flexibility and a great opportunity for short-term work.\nChance to work in a small-sized organisation within the business services industry.\nOpportunity to enhance your skills in accounting and administration, particularly with Sage software.If you are an experienced Accounts / Administration Assistant (Sage) and are available for a temporary role in Edinburgh, we encourage you to apply today

Kickstart Your Career in Finance - Join Our Client's Dynamic Team in Edinburgh!\n\nAre you a motivated candidate looking to break into the world of finance? This is your chance to be part of an innovative, fast-paced financial practice in Edinburgh City Centre! We're looking for a proactive Administrative Assistant to support our client's team of expert Financial Advisers in delivering exceptional client experiences!\n\nRole: Administrative Assistant\nLocation: Edinburgh City Centre\nSalary: £26,000 per annum\nHours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm\n\n Why Join?\n\nBe at the heart of a thriving wealth management practice\nGain hands-on experience in financial services\nBuild strong client relationships and contribute creative ideas\nReceive expert training and opportunities for career growthWhat You'll Be Doing:\n\nProcessing business transactions with accuracy and efficiency\nManaging emails and ensuring timely responses\nOverseeing office supplies and purchases\nProviding crucial support to fee earners and advisers\nKeeping spreadsheets and databases up to date\nHandling client queries via phone, email, and written communication\nAssisting with investment and mortgage business processing\nPreparing for client meetings with research and documentation\nWelcoming clients into our Edinburgh office and making them feel at home\nScheduling appointments, managing diaries (no cold calling!)\nHelping with personal and business project managementWho We're Looking For:\n\nAdministrative experience\nA tech-savvy individual with strong office software skills\nA confident communicator, both written and verbal\nA proactive team player with a client-first mindset\nA self-motivated problem solver who thrives in a dynamic environmentWhat's in It for You?\n\nProfessional development and career progression opportunities\nA creative, supportive, and collaborative work culture\nComprehensive training to sharpen your skillsIf you're eager to launch your career in wealth management and work with a team that values innovation, client care, and personal growth - we want to hear from you!\n\nThis vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Office Angels who are operating as an employment agency. Office Angels are an equal opportunities employer.\n\nOffice 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\nOffice 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\nBy 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

Job title: Junior Data Engineer\n\nLocation: Edinburgh\n\nHybrid role: working 2 days a week in the office\n\nSalary: £36,000 to £41,000 pa plus 5% bonus\n\nContract: 12-month fixed term contract\n\nOur market-leading financial services client is seeking an a motivated, detail focused Junior Data Engineer to join the Business Transaction Banking division.\n\nThis role involves building, optimising, and scale data pipelines and large‑scale data processing workloads in a cloud‑native environment. You will work with modern distributed data systems, contribute to data platform modernisation, and support large‑scale ingestion, transformation, and analytics workloads.\n\nThe role offers the opportunity to influence platform‑wide data patterns, contribute to cloud modernisation and be part of a multidisciplinary innovation lab focused on AI, data engineering and next‑gen platform engineering.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDesign and deliver end‑to‑end data pipelines on cloud platforms (Google Cloud Platform preferred).\nBuilding scalable data workflows using distributed technologies such as Spark, Flink, Storm, or similar\nDevelop robust processing and migration pipelines, including support for legacy DataStage decommissioning and modernisation.\nWork with a variety of database technologies including relational, NoSQL, MPP and columnar stores (BigQuery, Redshift, Azure SQLDW, HBase, MongoDB).\nBuild optimised, scalable data models. Apply performance tuning and optimisation across storage.\nEnsure secure handling of data including authentication, authorisation, encryption.\nImplement monitoring, alerting for large‑scale distributed data workloads.\nUse orchestration tools such as Cloud Composer, Airflow or equivalent to operationalise pipelines.\nCollaborate with engineers, architects and SMEs to deliver stable, high‑quality data products. \n\nSkills and Experience\n\nStrong programming skills in Java, Python or Scala.\nExperience with cloud data services (GCP preferred; Azure/AWS acceptable).\nExperience with distributed data processing frameworks such as Spark (Core/SQL/Streaming), Flink, or Storm.\nUnderstanding of designing scalable data models for varied access patterns.\nWorking on large scale big data solutions and understanding of DevOps for data systems.\nAnalytical mindset and uses a methodological approach to complete tasks.\nResilient Confident, professional, and able to work effectively with multiple teams. \n\nYou will be a valued member of our Adecco Emerging Talent function working onsite with a market-leading organisation, initially, the assignment is 12 months with scope for extension in the future, so you need to be someone with a permanent mindset!\n\nIf you have the experience and desire to work for a well-respected organisation offering personal and professional support, growth and development, then you could be a perfect fit for the team and we want to hear from you - APPLY NOW.\n\nPlease be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.\n\nAdecco Emerging talent is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities' employer

JOB PURPOSE To provide high‑quality, commercially focused advice and delivery across a broad range of matters, supporting the Chief Legal & Corporate Affairs Officer and with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels across the Bank. Operating within a small, team, the role combines a wide range of hands‑on legal work with company secretarial and wider governance responsibilities, including deputising for the Chief Legal & Corporate Affairs Officer as required. The role holder will be involved in a wide variety of legal and governance matters, helping the Bank meet its legal and governance obligations while supporting the delivery of strategic business objectives within the agreed risk appetite. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES / KEY DUTIES • Provide pragmatic and commercial legal and governance advice within a UK private banking context., • Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of documentation, including client and product documentation and commercial/supplier contracts., • Support the delivery of strategic initiatives, change projects and new product development, balancing risk with commercial objectives., • Identify, assess and manage legal and regulatory risks, contributing to the development of frameworks, policies and processes., • Support and deputise for the Chief Legal & Corporate Affairs Officer, acting as a key day‑to‑day legal contact for the business., • Act as Secretary for Management and Board level Committees, including preparing and collating papers, minuting meetings, and advising stakeholders on governance pathways and decision-making., • Key point of contact for shareholder matters, including responding to queries., • Undertake legal and governance horizon scanning, providing insight and reporting on relevant developments., • Manage external legal counsel, ensuring effective outcomes and cost control., • Build strong relationships across the business, acting as a trusted adviser and translating complex issues into clear, actionable guidance., • Contribute to the development of the legal function, including improving templates, processes and knowledge sharing., • Handle business-as-usual legal queries, working flexibly across a broad range of issues and projects., • Support and guide the adoption of technology, including AI, to enhance the delivery, efficiency, and insight of the Legal team. REQUIRED QUALIFCATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, & SKILLS • Qualified solicitor (Scotland or England & Wales), with significant post-qualification experience (typically 6+ years) gained in private practice and/or in-house., • Strong technical expertise in commercial contracts and both personal and corporate law, with a sound understanding of the legal and regulatory framework applicable to private banking., • Experience operating in a highly regulated environment, ideally within banking, wealth management, or financial services, with a focus on delivering practical, business‑aligned legal advice., • Adaptability and willingness to learn – the role will have broad responsibilities within a small business and the successful candidate will have to manage a broad range of competing priorities., • The communication skills and gravitas to interact and influence and Board and executive level., • Experience or a willingness to learn and devote a material portion of the role to company secretarial and corporate governance, including supporting Board and committees., • Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with the ability to present complex legal issues clearly and influence decision-making., • Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability, with the ability to assess and proactively mitigate legal risk., • The drive to operate autonomously within a small team, while maintaining a collaborative approach., • Proven relationship‑building skills, with the ability to work effectively across the Bank and external stakeholders., • Highly organised, with strong prioritisation skills and ability to deliver at pace. About us At Hampden Bank, we provide private banking as it should be: approachable, accessible expertise delivered through loyal, long-lasting client relationships. Personalised service is at the core of our business, with a culture that is built on relationships. We take the time to get to know our clients to help them achieve their aspirations. Why join us As a growing and ambitious company, we seek people to join our team who share our values; Proud Ownership, Absolute Integrity, Total Inclusivity, Winning Teamwork and Purposeful Growth. We are committed to an inclusive culture where everyone is comfortable to be their authentic self. We recognise, value and respect diverse cultures, knowledge, and identities. We work together to ensure collaboration, development, and success for everyone, supporting them to thrive and reach their potential. We offer exciting career opportunities through professional and personal development, and have an extensive range of benefits you can enjoy. To apply Please submit your CV by the closing date. Please remember, on occasion we do receive more applications than expected we may bring the closing date forward, so please do apply promptly. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting the People Team and we will endeavour assist you. If you are excited about this opportunity and think you can bring value to the role and Hampden Bank, but your experience does not align perfectly with every aspect of what we are looking for, we would be happy to hear from you. If you have any questions or are interested in learning more about the role, please contact the People Team and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Hybrid working / flexible working We support hybrid working and our policy is that colleagues spend at least 60% of their working week in the office to connect and collaborate with their colleagues. We are open to considering requests from candidates who are looking for flexible arrangements. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you are looking for, and we will explore what is possible for the role. We cannot promise to meet every request, but we will not judge you for asking.

Permanent, Part time: 15 - 20 hours per week. Can be worked over 5 days or 9 days per fortnight This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within public procurement in a best‑in‑class organisation with strong pathways for professional growth. The role is well‑suited either to applicants with existing procurement experience who are ready to take the next step, or to fast‑learners with a background in general administration or financial administration who are keen to begin a career in procurement. Reporting to the Head of Strategic Procurement within the University, the role holder will work for APUC but be based within Edinburgh Napier University, covering the relevant supporting activities including systems management and reporting are completed in line with institutional and statutory needs. Edinburgh Napier University is a fast-paced, exciting environment with a tendering pipeline covering Estates, ICT, Professional Services and more. Procurement is well-regarded within the University – APUC have provided a shared service here since around 2015. Edinburgh Napier University is proud to be the #1 modern university in Scotland (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025) and the leading university in Edinburgh for student satisfaction for five years in a row (National Student Survey 2020–2024). They are also recognised as the top Scottish modern university for research power and impact (Research Excellence Framework 2021). They pride themselves on being the home of difference makers—an enterprising and innovative community, renowned internationally, with an unrivalled student learning experience. With more than 250 undergraduate and postgraduate courses and nearly 20,000 students from over 145 countries studying on campus in Edinburgh, online and at partner universities worldwide, they deliver meaningful, difference-making education and research for a rapidly changing world. Skills & Knowledge • High level attention to detail in all aspects of work;, • Ability to organise, adapt, prioritise own workload and to meet strict deadlines;, • Excellent communication skills;, • Collaborative teamworking approach;, • Effective and highly responsive customer management skills;, • Ability to identify and resolve problems;, • An interest in/willingness to develop expertise in Scottish/UK procurement legislation as it relates to the HE/FE sector, • CIPS Level 4 Diploma (or willing to work towards) Experience • Experience of meeting demanding targets and deadlines on a day to day basis, • Experience of data analysis using spreadsheets and production of management reports, • Proficient in use of MS Office applications About APUC Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC)is the Centre of Procurement Expertise for, and owned jointly by, all of Scotland's Universities and Colleges. With collaboration, responsibility, and integrity at the heart of what we do, we're all about helping our member institutions achieve their objectives, whether you are putting together Framework Agreements, reducing the sector’s carbon emissions or working directly in one of our client institutions. Joining APUC means joining a community of peers, and getting the chance to get together often and having network opportunities throughout the year. Peer support and collaboration is integral to who we are at APUC. We currently employ around 90 people, most of whom are based within Colleges and Universities but with some based in our regional offices in Stirling (HQ), Glasgow and Edinburgh. All of our roles offer: • Generous annual leave entitlement (equivalent of 40 x 7 hour days) pro rated for part time hours, • 9‑day fortnight or a 4.5‑day week (full time), • Closed for the festive period (between Christmas and New Year) and Good Friday and Easter Monday every year, • Hybrid working, • Flexible working patterns, • Pension scheme with employer contributions & Group Life Assurance, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & Mental health and wellbeing support, • Family‑friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave), • Comprehensive induction programme, • Access to professional development, training and support for qualifications, • Leadership and management development programmes, • Regular performance and development reviews, • All staff team building and development days, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Smart Tech Scheme, • Staff discount schemes (e.g., retail, gym, lifestyle), • Monthly allowance for BYOD, • Long service awards (10, 15 and 20 years) How to Apply Please send your CV and cover letter by 19 June 2026, noting your current salary level and notice period.

Accounts & Business Advisory Associate\nEdinburgh | Permanent | Full Time\n\nThe Role\n\nAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Associate to join a highly regarded and growing accountancy practice in Edinburgh.\n\nThis role would suit an ambitious individual currently studying ACCA (or equivalent) who is looking to continue developing their career within a collaborative and supportive professional environment.\n\nAs part of a friendly and forward-thinking team, you will support a varied client portfolio across accounts preparation, bookkeeping and cloud-based accounting services. This is an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure within a modern practice environment that embraces digital accounting solutions.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n Preparation of annual statutory accounts\n\n Production of management accounts\n\n Preparation and submission of VAT returns\n\n Bookkeeping and financial processing duties\n\n Working with cloud accounting software including Xero\n\n Supporting a varied portfolio of SME clients\n\n Building strong working relationships internally and externally\n\n Working collaboratively within a supportive team environment\n\nAbout You\n\n Previous experience within an accountancy practice environment\n\n Currently studying ACCA or equivalent\n\n Experience using Xero and cloud-based accounting software\n\n Strong communication and organisational skills\n\n Positive and collaborative approach\n\n Keen to continue learning and developing professionally\n\nWhat’s on Offer\n\n Competitive salary package\n\n Study support provided\n\n Supportive and collaborative culture\n\n Exposure to a broad SME client base\n\n Excellent career development opportunities\n\n A modern and digitally focused practice environment\n\nFor further information or a confidential discussion, please apply today

Senior Finance Manager ERP Transformation Financial Accounting \nLocation: Home Based with ad hoc travel for meetings \nContract: Until March 2028 \nRate: Up to 700 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35) \nStart: Subject to onboarding \nQualification: Must be fully qualified \n \nAbout the Opportunity \nAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join a large, complex public sector finance environment at a pivotal point in a major transformation programme. \nThe organisation is delivering a large-scale ERP implementation that will fundamentally reshape finance processes across multiple government departments. The system will support over 250,000 users across several central government organisations and represents one of the most significant finance system transformations currently underway in the UK public sector. \nAlongside this transformation, the Compliance and Financial Accounting function continues to deliver critical financial reporting, accounting and control activities across a wide and complex group structure. \nThese roles sit at the intersection of business-as-usual delivery and major system change, requiring strong technical finance expertise, stakeholder engagement and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving programme environment. \n \nKey Responsibilities \nDepending on the specialism, responsibilities will include: \nERP Transformation (all roles): \n\n\n\t • Supporting or leading key phases of ERP implementation including: \n\t\n\t\t, • Local design and process refinement \n\t\t, • System build and configuration support \n\t\t, • System integration testing (end-to-end process validation) \n\t\t, • User acceptance testing and engagement with business users \n\t\t, • Cutover planning, readiness and transition activities \n\t\n\t\n\t, • Attending cross-government meetings to represent finance requirements and ensure alignment \n\t, • Working with multiple departments to align financial processes, controls and accounting policies \n\t, • Reviewing documentation and providing clear, constructive input \n\t, • Supporting training delivery and development of user guidance materials \n\t, • Contributing to risk identification, issue resolution and continuous improvement \n\t, • Supporting wider finance operations alongside transformation activity \n\t, • Providing line management support where applicable \n\n\n Role-Specific Focus Areas \nCandidates will be recruited into one of the following specialisms: \nInventory Process Owner \n\n\n\t • Management of inventory processes within a complex organisation \n\t, • Strong understanding of inventory accounting principles \n\t, • Experience supporting or delivering ERP-related change \n\t, • Ability to operate independently and establish credibility quickly \n\n\n Tax (Business-as-Usual Focus) \n\n\n\t • Delivery of core tax operations including VAT compliance and reporting \n\t, • Knowledge of government VAT rules including contracted-out services \n\t, • Understanding of taxable benefits, IR35 and tax advisory support \n\t, • Maintaining BAU stability while supporting ERP design input and readiness \n\n\n Group Accounts / Consolidation Tool \n\n\n\t • Strong technical accounting experience in group consolidation and reporting \n\t, • Experience with consolidation tools in complex organisations \n\t, • Input into ERP design relating to financial reporting structures and processes \n\t, • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced programme environment \n\n\n About You \nYou will be a qualified finance professional with experience in complex, matrix or regulated environments. You will bring: \n\n\n\t • Strong experience with Oracle or similar ERP and finance systems \n\t, • Proven ability to deliver within tight deadlines and competing priorities \n\t, • Strong analytical and problem-solving capability \n\t, • Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills \n\t, • Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal \n\t, • Experience of managing or contributing to complex projects or change programmes \n\t, • Ability to lead, support and motivate others across dispersed teams \n\t, • Strong understanding of public sector or government finance (desirable) \n\n\n Additional Information \n\n\n\t • This is a home-based role with ad hoc travel for meetings and workshops \n\t, • Candidates must be available to work within Inside IR35 arrangements \n\t, • Umbrella engagement must be via approved providers only\n\n\n If this role is sounds like something you might be interested, please reach out to Andrea Green at andrea@wilkinsonandassociates.co.uk for a confidential discussion.

AI Solution Architect - Senior Manager/Associate Director | Capital Markets\n\nLocation: Edinburgh\nWorking pattern: Hybrid\nSalary: Compensation aligned to experience and seniority\nRef: J13118\n\nSenior AI Solution Architects are required to support the design, implementation and scaling of advanced AI solutions within financial services and capital markets environments.\n\nThis role would suit an experienced professional with a strong background in AI, cloud and data architecture, with experience designing enterprise AI solutions and translating business requirements into scalable technical architectures. You will play a key role in shaping AI architecture strategy, leading technical teams and supporting organisations as they move from strategy and experimentation through to enterprise deployment.\n\nYou will work closely with AI Engineers, Data Scientists, Enterprise Architects, MLOps teams, business stakeholders and senior leadership to design, deliver and scale AI solutions that drive measurable business outcomes.\n\nKey responsibilities:\n·Translating business objectives into AI architecture strategies, roadmaps and scalable solution designs\n·Designing and implementing end to end AI and ML architectures across enterprise environments\n·Defining scalable, performant and cost optimised deployment patterns across cloud, containerised and GPU enabled environments\n·Supporting AI implementation programmes from proof of concept through to enterprise deployment and optimisation\n·Evaluating and selecting technologies across open source and commercial platforms\n·Designing and integrating AI solutions into existing enterprise systems and applications\n·Working with AI Engineers, Data Scientists and technical teams to support AI delivery and scaling initiatives\n·Supporting AI governance, security, risk and regulatory considerations throughout the delivery lifecycle\n·Supporting architecture governance, technical review boards and design authorities\n·Building relationships with technical and business stakeholders across large scale transformation programmes\n·Producing solution design documentation, implementation plans and technical proposals\n·Providing technical leadership and mentoring within multidisciplinary teams\n\nExperience Required:\n·Experience designing AI, ML or modern data architectures within enterprise environments\n·Strong understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks or similar technologies\n·Experience architecting scalable AI and ML solutions across serverless, containerised or GPU enabled environments\n·Experience with LLMs, prompt engineering, embeddings, semantic search and RAG patterns\n·Exposure to vector databases and agent frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph or similar technologies\n·Understanding of MLOps, LLMOps and model lifecycle management principles\n·Experience designing APIs and integrating AI solutions into enterprise environments\n·Strong understanding of modern data architectures and platform design principles\n·Experience presenting architectural designs to technical and business stakeholders\n·Financial services experience within capital markets or broader banking environments\n\nThis is a strong opportunity for an AI architecture professional who wants to work on high impact AI and data transformation programmes within complex financial services environments.\n\nFor more information make an application today!\n\nAlternatively, you can refer a friend or colleague by taking part in our fantastic referral schemes! If you have a friend or colleague who would be interested in this role, please refer them to us. For each relevant candidate that you introduce to us (there is no limit) and we place, you will be entitled to our general gift/voucher scheme.\nDatatech is one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies in the field of analytics and host of the critically acclaimed event, Women in Data UK. For more information visit our website: (url removed) <(url removed)

Finance Manager \n\nEdinburgh / Hybrid\n\n6 months contract \n\nDay Rate £430 via Umbrella Company\n\nPontoon is an employment consultancy, we put 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 identifies, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.\n\nMy client powers businesses of all sizes to make, take and manage payments. They are a global leader in financial technology with unique capabilities to power omni-commerce. Whether online, in store or mobile, they are at the heart of great commerce experiences in 146 countries and across 135 currencies. They help our customers become more efficient, more secure and more successful. \n\nThey are looking for a Finance Manager to join the team on a 6 month contract. You will be working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, hybrid working being office based a minimum of 2 days a week. \n\nIn this role you will be:\n\nDelivering month end to timetable including Flash, actuals and Balance Sheet attestation along with all external deliverables eg FLA returns and VAT returns. \nOverseeing Finance Analysts who perform daily control and review activity\nSupporting the Finance Manager with meeting key deliverables and ensuring the ledger is complete and accurate, reducing key person dependencies as well as driving forward resolution of issues.\nContribute to Governance, Legal Entity & Risk packs, with a focus on strengthening controls to mitigate risks and reviewing these regularly.\nCollaborating closely with a large number of internal teams including; other Finance teams and the CB Finance business partner teams (based primarily in London and Bristol). \nIn addition there may be a requirement to liaise with Accounting Policy, Divisional Business and Operations teams, Finance Platform colleagues, internal and external auditors when required. \n\nDaily duties include:\n\nPerforms complex data processing using established procedures and testing new procedures to see if they might represent improvements over existing methods.\nTracks budgets and brings variances to the attention of senior colleagues while working within established budgeting systems.\nWorks independently to collate and analyse data using pre-determined tools, methods and formats.\nOrganises and prepares complex documents by using multiple computer applications (such as Microsoft Office), while also gathering and summarising data for special reports.\nTracks progress and reports variances to more senior colleagues while working within established finance systems.\nDevelops personal capabilities using existing formal and informal training opportunities, while also coaching others as required.\nDelivers prescribed outcomes by working within established procedures. Helps senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using client systems and protocols.\nSupports internal customers to ensure their needs are met and/or helps senior colleagues manage client relationships. Identifies shortcomings in existing processes, systems and procedures, then uses established change management programmes to deliver prescribed outcomes and/or provide support services. \n\nSkills and Background\n\nQualified or part‑qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) would be preferred.\nProven experience in financial control, month‑end close, balance sheet substantiation and external reporting (e.g. VAT and regulatory returns).\nExperience overseeing or reviewing work performed by finance analysts, ensuring strong controls and accurate ledgers.\nStrong analytical skills with the ability to track budgets, investigate variances and interpret complex financial data.\nExperience operating within a large, regulated or financial services environment, with a strong governance and risk mindset.\nConfident stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across Finance, Business, Operations and Audit teams.\nAdvanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills, with experience using core finance systems. \n\nPlease apply with an up-to-date CV which must show evidence of the above to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you.\n\nWe use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention

Team Manager: Private Client Operations\nLocation: Edinburgh (Hybrid: 3 days Office / 2 days Home) Team Size: 14 Account Handlers Package: £50 - £60 K + Benefits\nThe Opportunity: Lead the Engine Room of Private Wealth\nOur client is a global, employee-owned insurance leader that prioritizes people over policy numbers. We are seeking an operational Team Manager to lead, mentor, and elevate a high-performing team of 14 Private Client Account Handlers in our Edinburgh hub.\nThis isn't a "back-seat" management role. You will be the cultural and technical heartbeat of the team, ensuring that our High-Net-Worth (HNW) clients receive a gold-standard service while fostering an environment where your handlers can thrive, develop, and progress.\nPeople Leadership & Coaching\n \n Team Orchestration: Lead and inspire a team of 14 Account Handlers, managing day-to-day workflows to ensure seamless client service.\n \n Talent Development: Conduct regular 1-to-1s and coaching sessions. You will identify training gaps and mentor handlers through their CII qualification journeys.\n \n Performance Management: Set clear KPIs and SMART objectives, ensuring the team stays motivated and aligned with the firm’s "client-first" ethos.\n \n Recruitment & Onboarding: Lead the hiring process for new talent and ensure a best-in-class integration into the team.\nOperational Excellence\n \n Workflow Management: Oversight of the renewal cycle, mid-term adjustments (MTAs), and new business processing to ensure 100% accuracy and contract certainty.\n \n Service Standards: Monitor call quality and correspondence, reducing abandonment rates and ensuring every HNW interaction is sophisticated and professional.\n \n Compliance Oversight: Act as the first line of defense for FCA and GDPR compliance, ensuring all 14 handlers adhere to strict UK regulatory standards.\nStrategic Contribution\n \n Process Innovation: Identify "bottlenecks" in the current handling process and implement smarter ways of working.\n \n Retention Strategy: Analyze lapse reports and renewal data to drive industry-leading retention rates across the team’s portfolio.\n \n Stakeholder Collaboration: Build strong internal networks with Brokers and Directors to ensure a unified approach to client wealth management.\nThe Profile\n \n Proven Leadership: Experience managing a team of at least 8–10+ individuals within a UK insurance or financial services environment.\n \n HNW Expertise: A minimum of 7 years’ experience in the insurance market, with a deep understanding of the private client sector.\n \n Qualified Professional: Dip CII certified (working towards ACII) and ideally ILM Level 3/5 certified.\n \n Operational Precision: A data-driven mindset with the ability to manage high volumes of work without compromising on quality.\n \n Communication: The ability to influence, de-escalate complex client issues, and motivate a diverse team.\nWhy Join a Leader?\n \n Employee Ownership: When the company wins, you win. Access to a unique share scheme that puts the business in your hands.\n \n Hybrid Empowerment: A balanced 3:2 hybrid model designed around trust and professional autonomy.\n \n Culture of Bravery: We encourage our managers to try new leadership styles and operational ideas.\n * \n Well-being First: Comprehensive benefits including volunteering days, mental health support, and a commitment to work-life harmony.\nAre you ready to lead 14 of the best handlers in the business? APPLY TODAY!\nCowell Recruitment Ltd is an equal opportunities recruitment agency. E&OE