General assistant jobs in Ilford

The responsibilities includes: Discusses business methods, products or services and targets customer group with employer or client in order to identify marketing requirements. Establishes an appropriate quantitative and qualitative market research methodology and prepares proposals outlining programmes of work and details of costs. Collates and interprets findings of market research and presents results to clients. Briefs advertising team on client requirements and monitors the progress of advertising campaigns. Help to define and promote the unique profile of the firm in the market, as being both international and independent Provide strategic BD advice to law firm leadership, practice groups, and partners focused on expanding relationships with existing clients, generating new business leads, and developing new projects and initiatives Align practices and offices and bring them closer together through defining and co-ordinating BD activities Assist practice groups and partners in the development and implementation of BD plans, and in tracking progress against objectives Understand key developments that shape the clients’ industries and the legal profession and share insights internally Manage the development of client-specific pitch materials Plan and support business development events, including seminars, webinars, and dinners Develop marketing and external communications programmes Manage and coordinate the firm’s website, newsletters, brochures, and other external communication channels Oversee and assist with the production of marketing materials Skills required: Multiple years of experience in business development and previous law firm experience is highly desirable. English native or excellent command of English, urdu, Punjabi and hindi Strategic thinker; team player; problem solver and results driven Highly organised with a keen attention to detail Able to manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience with — and a strong understanding of — legal marketing and advertising Ability to provide consistent and high-quality work under tight deadlines We required 2 candidates for this job title

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