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About us Founded in 1998, Amelia Knight is a successful, family-owned cosmetics manufacturer based in Knutsford, Cheshire, in the North-West of England. We specialise in trend-led colour cosmetics and skincare, delivering both private label and branded products from concept through to finished goods. As we continue to expand our global footprint, we are seeking an experienced Senior Regulatory Technologist to strengthen our regulatory function and support our growing international portfolio. The role As a Senior Regulatory Technologist, you will take a leading role within our regulatory team, ensuring full compliance of our products across multiple territories, including the UK, EU, USA, and South America. You will act as a subject matter expert, working cross-functionally with New Product Development (NPD), Laboratory, Packaging, and Commercial teams, while also liaising directly with external partners such as test houses, raw material suppliers, distributors, and regulatory authorities. This is a strategic, hands-on role requiring deep technical expertise, strong leadership capability, and the confidence to guide regulatory decision-making across the business. Key responsibilities • Lead and oversee global regulatory compliance processes for cosmetics across UK, EU, USA, and South America markets, • Interpret and apply cosmetic legislation, providing clear regulatory guidance to internal stakeholders, • Review raw materials and formulations for compliance with regional legislation and ethical claims (cruelty-free, vegan, sustainability, plastic reduction), • Compile, review, and approve Product Information Files (PIFs) and Technical Files to meet market-specific requirements, • Manage submissions and notifications., • Act as primary point of contact for regulatory authorities, distributors, and key retail customers on compliance matters, • Liaise with test houses and toxicologists to ensure timely safety assessments and substantiation of claims, • Support and guide product launches, ensuring regulatory approvals and documentation are completed within critical path timelines, • Mentor and support junior regulatory team members, • Monitor regulatory updates and proactively communicate legislative changes to the wider business, • Manage and maintain regulatory IT system for allocated portfolio Who you are • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline, • Minimum 4–6 years’ regulatory experience within the cosmetics or personal care industry, • Strong working knowledge of UK Cosmetics Regulation, EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, US cosmetic legislation, Middle East, ANZ and relevant South American frameworks, • Proven expertise in compiling and reviewing Product Information Files (PIFs), • Experience managing retailer compliance standards and global submissions, • Confident interpreting legislation and providing pragmatic commercial guidance, • Passionate about sustainability, ethical sourcing, and responsible innovation, • Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail, • Strong communicator with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders, • Proactive, solution-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment Professional certifications such as completion of the SCS Diploma are advantageous. Why join us • Be part of a thriving, fast-growing family business with a strong ethical and entrepreneurial culture, • Take ownership in a senior-level regulatory position with real influence, • Work collaboratively across global markets and leading retailers, • Develop your career within an ambitious and internationally focused organisation, • Enjoy working from our head office in the scenic North-West of England If you are an experienced regulatory professional ready to take the next step into a senior, globally focused role, we would love to hear from you.

Mobile Sales Specialist Location: Hybrid role with flexibility; must attend monthly hub days and training in Alderley Edge. Salary: Between £30,000 to £37,500 dependent on experience, plus uncapped commission and monthly car allowance (subject to tier.) Reports to: Head of Direct Mobile Sales This is a flexible hybrid role, requiring attendance at our Alderley Edge hub twice per month We’re looking for a motivated, energetic Mobile Sales Specialist to join our growing team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love the buzz of new business, and bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do – we want to hear from you! This opportunity is perfect for someone who’s not just experienced in mobile sales, but who brings genuine enthusiasm, relentless drive, and a spark that inspires others. “a great place to work, a great place to be a customer” Key Responsibilities: • Proactively generate new mobile business opportunities in alignment with our product strategy., • Consistently achieve monthly acquisition targets by leveraging our existing customer and prospect database., • Drive outbound sales activity with energy and volume, creating your own opportunities while collaborating closely with our experienced Account Directors., • Communicate confidently and clearly with customers to build trust and drive engagement., • Build and maintain a strong, qualified pipeline of ongoing opportunities., • Execute a structured and proactive new business contact strategy., • Prepare compelling sales proposals and deliver accurate weekly and monthly performance reports., • Hit new connection targets while maximising revenue potential across all opportunities., • Identify and act on cross-selling opportunities across our wider product and service portfolio., • Stay sharp, maintain up-to-date knowledge of our offerings and the broader market landscape., • Bring creativity to the table - develop innovative approaches to attract and convert new leads., • Present clear forecasts, pipeline updates, and strategic win plans to stakeholders., • Collaborate with internal teams to uncover and convert leads from across the business. Key Skills & Experience: • Proven experience in a sales role, ideally with a focus on new business acquisition., • A strong background in enterprise and corporate mobile sales - this is essential., • Resilience under pressure, with a track record of hitting and exceeding growth targets., • Outstanding telephone sales skills, with the energy and presence to engage and convert., • A persuasive communicator with exceptional closing ability and commercial instinct., • Self-starter mentality, able to take initiative and drive results independently, while also thriving in a collaborative team environment., • High energy, positive attitude, and a natural enthusiasm for winning new business., • Committed to continuous self-development and staying ahead in a competitive market., • Agile and adaptable - comfortable navigating change and seizing new opportunities., • Confident with numbers and commercially astute, with solid mathematical ability., • A natural problem-solver with sharp analytical thinking and a solutions-first mindset. What’s in it for you? Basic salary between £30,000 to £37,500 depending on experience, uncapped commission scheme, plus a £400 monthly car allowance (subject to salary tier). Your Benefits at Chess: We care about your health, wellbeing, and career. Here’s what you’ll enjoy: • Private healthcare (free after 1 year), • Eye tests, flu jabs, and on-site health checks, • Mental health support from trained First Aiders, • Hybrid working support with a home office allowance, • 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Buy or sell up to 5 holidays twice a year, • Perkbox discounts on shopping, travel, fitness, and more, • Points-based rewards from year 2, • Charity donation matching (up to £100), • Recognition platform to celebrate your wins, • EE SIM offers for you and your family, • £1000 referral bonus, • Learn 2 Earn scheme to boost your salary, • Team socials and celebrations, • Bespoke onboarding and leadership training, • Dedicated Culture Team to support you Working Hours & Location: • A standard week is 37½ Monday to Friday, • Flexible, hybrid position with a home first working policy. To support success and growth, we ask for attendance at our Alderley Edge hub for training and monthly hub days. Why Join Chess? Chess is one of the UK's leading independent and trusted technology service providers, employing over 280 skilled people across the UK, supporting over 18,000 UK businesses. Diversity, equality, and inclusion is at the heart of our Chess culture, and we are passionate about our One Team spirit. We're extremely proud that our people voted us No.1 in 'The 100 Best Companies to Work for' list 2018, and we continue to celebrate more than 17 years in the top 100. Our continued focus on growth creates opportunity for everyone to progress their career, to develop knowledge and skills, to gain reward and recognition and to maximise their potential. The growth and success of our people ensures the growth and success of our business. Equal Opportunities Statement At Chess ICT, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We want to make sure everyone has a fair chance and opportunity throughout the application process. If you require any adjustments during your application or interview, please feel comfortable reaching out to our recruitment team so we can support you. We believe that "if you're not growing, we're not growing."

Enjoy a career without limits, earning up to 75% of your billing. We are seeking legal professionals that are keen to work on a consultancy, fee sharing basis. Taylor Rose is a top 60 law firm with over 25 offices nationwide. We are offering you a unique opportunity to take back control of your life and earnings. Choose to work from home, one of our offices or both! We are looking for individuals and groups of Solicitors, FCILEx or Licensed Conveyancers with 4 years PQE + to join our consultancy. Why choose us? • Earn up to 75% of what you bill; your split will not drop below 70%., • Choose your own clients, fees, hours and volume of work., • Work from home, 100 days access to hot-desking facilities., • PII cover up to £20 million., • Access to nationwide offices and meeting rooms., • Free calls through our app., • Immediate access to our accreditations., • Fully optimised CMS and electronic systems., • Access to business development., • Dedicated liaison team., • Technical head for ops, legal support and training. And much more. So, if you want a career without limits and freedom, then we may be your next move. To find out more, contact us now to chat confidentially with one of our advisors. PS We have more avenues for professionals wanting to be office-based, working as part of a team or have different qualification levels!

Corporate Account Manager Location: Flexible, hybrid working position | Business Area: Corporate Sales We’re looking for a driven and results-oriented Corporate Account Manager to join our expanding Corporate Sales team, with a sharp focus on new business acquisition and hunting for new logo customers. Reporting directly to the Head of Corporate Sales, this role is ideal for a natural sales hunter who thrives on identifying, engaging, and converting new business opportunities. You’ll play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth by building relationships with UK-based business clients, generating new leads, and closing high-value deals. “a great place to work, a great place to be a customer” Responsibilities, not limited to: • Drive new business sales across specialist service areas including Voice, Data, Cybersecurity, ICT, Cloud Telephony, and Network solutions., • Proactively create and convert opportunities for the full Chess product portfolio, aligned with our strategic growth objectives., • Identify and win new logo clients within targeted customer profiles, delivering consistent new business success., • Build and nurture strategic client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and key interface between the customer and Chess ICT., • Deliver tailored, accurate proposals that reflect customer needs, business goals, and technical requirements., • Confidently present solutions to stakeholders at all levels, from operational teams to board-level decision-makers., • Understand and manage complex project opportunities, including timelines, milestones, and delivery expectations., • Conduct in-depth client profiling to uncover strategic objectives and align IT solutions with business vision., • Translate corporate strategy into technology solutions, demonstrating clear ROI and business impact., • Collaborate closely with technical architects to shape and deliver compelling, scalable solutions., • Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual profit targets, contributing to overall team success., • Act as a mentor and role model within the sales team, sharing best practices and supporting team development., • Maintain strong knowledge of enterprise and infrastructure architecture, staying ahead of industry trends and innovations. The Candidate: • Ideally, you will have a firm grasp of the Telecoms industry and have strong knowledge and awareness of Chess’s product portfolio., • Active UK Drivers License and access to a vehicle., • Excellent communication skills at all levels., • Customer facing and presentation skills., • Strong negotiation skills and experience., • Active listening and open-questioning skills., • Avid commercial and market awareness., • Great numeracy and literacy skills., • Training/mentoring/coaching experience., • Self-driven, works on one’s own initiative., • Creative – makes opportunities happen with your own ideas., • Ability to work under pressure. Your Benefits at Chess: We care about your health, wellbeing, and career. Here's what you'll enjoy: • Private healthcare (free after 1 year), • Eye tests, flu jabs, and on-site health checks, • Mental health support from trained First Aiders, • Hybrid working support with a home office allowance, • 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Buy or sell up to 5 holidays twice a year, • Perkbox discounts on shopping, travel, fitness, and more, • Points-based rewards from year 2, • Charity donation matching (up to £100), • Recognition platform to celebrate your wins, • EE SIM offers for you and your family, • £1000 referral bonus, • Learn 2 Earn scheme to boost your salary, • Team socials and celebrations, • Bespoke onboarding and leadership training, • Dedicated Culture Team to support you Working Hours & Location: A standard week is 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday. This is a flexible hybrid role, requiring attendance at our Alderley Edge hub once a month for team collaboration and engagement, along with travel to customers as and when required. These visits will be scheduled with reasonable notice and are considered an essential part of your role to support collaboration, customer engagement, and team alignment. Why Join Chess? Chess is one of the UK's leading independent and trusted technology service providers, employing over 280 skilled people across the UK, supporting over 18,000 UK businesses. Diversity, equality, and inclusion is at the heart of our Chess culture, and we are passionate about our One Team spirit. We're extremely proud that our people voted us No.1 in 'The 100 Best Companies to Work for' list 2018, and we continue to celebrate more than 17 years in the top 100. Our continued focus on growth creates opportunity for everyone to progress their career, to develop knowledge and skills, to gain reward and recognition and to maximise their potential. The growth and success of our people ensures the growth and success of our business. We believe that "if you're not growing, we're not growing." Equal Opportunities Statement At Chess ICT, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We want to make sure everyone has a fair chance and opportunity throughout the application process. If you require any adjustments during your application or interview, please feel comfortable reaching out to our recruitment team so we can support you.

VP Senior Project Manager - Delivery Lead - Payments, Secure Gateway Processing, Change, Technology, Risk, Control - Corporate Bank, Financial Services - Knutsford - up to £90,000 Base + Bonus My client, a leading bank with a head office in Knutsford is seeking a Delivery Lead to join their corporate bank to support the delivery of payments related change projects on a permanent basis. You will manage change projects that help the organisation achieve its strategic objectives, while ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, in control and in compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies and procedures. This is part of a wider change portfolio focused on the delivery of Digital Channels and Payments, particularly in relation to Corporate Products and Services. This will be leading a team of 8, overseeing the Host to Host file gateway channel and payments processing. Further to this you will manage multiple projects at once, delivering process improvements, managing vendors and driving strategic technical deliveries. To be successful in this role you will need: • Proven Project Management / Delivery Lead experience within the Financial Services industry, • Ability to manage multiple projects at once with £multi-million budgets, • Experience in Digital Channels / Payments / Corporate Banking, • Waterfall and Agile delivery experience, • Excellent stakeholder management experience, • Proven technical delivery experience This is an excellent opportunity to lead delivery in a highly visible area of the bank at present.

Come join us and make a difference in the world! Discover more at ___ No Agencies Please Job Description We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel/Contracts Manager, who will report to Head of Legal, to be based in Alderley Edge, Cheshire. The legal team at NECSWS are responsible for ensuring the integrity of, and maximising the potential of, commercial contracts for the supply of a variety of services and solutions, both to and by the company and its group. The core functions of the department are: bid management, new customer contracts, governance and compliance, supplier and third-party agreements, risk assessment and mitigation, post-signature contract and dispute management, legal and commercial education, training and awareness. NEC is an equal opportunities employer with a straightforward and all-embracing policy of equally treating all its employees, workers and job applicants. The legal team is very pro-active and is respected as an integral part of the business process, embedded as a core function. The business culture is professional without being overly formal. The role includes: • Preparing and presenting legal advice and drafting discussion points to be utilised when negotiating a variety of commercial contracts with customers, and (where required) suppliers to the company and its group, including software licensing, cloud hosting & SaaS contracts and support arrangements, supply agreements, outsourcing deals and consultancy arrangements;, • Reviewing and responding to bids, reporting on legal and commercial risk and recommending appropriate mitigation strategies within the corporate governance framework whilst balancing the needs of the business objectives;, • Advising and undertaking risk analysis in respect of existing contracts and new contract opportunities;, • Drafting and negotiating contracts, including contract variations;, • Management of contract documentation;, • Review and updating legal and operational templates, including provision of training across the various business units;, • Dealing with day-to-day legal and commercial enquiries from the business;, • Gathering and reviewing documentation relating to actual/potential disputes, Assisting with the preparingation of documents for disputes and litigation;, • Preparing legal advice on matters affecting the business in a clear and concise manner as required, and engaging with key stakeholders at appropriate all levels of the business;, • Liaising with external counsel and insurance brokers where required, ensuring that disputes are handled without prejudice to our insurance position;, • Engaging with the sales/project management teams to ensure compliance with business processes and procedures. Qualifications NEC is seeking candidates that can demonstrate the following: • A sound understanding of commercial contracts and core contractual principles, including limitation/exclusion of liability and liquidated damages;, • Commercial acumen;, • An ability to draft legal provisions clearly and precisely to a high standard, paying attention to detail at all times, • The candidate must be articulate and confident in communicating with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels, a natural conduit between the legal team and the business, a trusted advisor with the ability to say no without offence and can protect a position when required;, • The candidate must be able to work autonomously, assimilate large amounts of information quickly and draw conclusions/make decisions appropriately, • The candidate must also be a good team player, being comfortable with and experienced working in a very fast-paced environment;, • Experience in supervising and mentoring more junior members of the team would be advantageous, although not essential;, • An ability to work effectively under pressure whilst manging multiple workstreams simultaneously and balancing priorities as appropriate;, • Be able to work flexibly to meet the demands of the business, which may require working outside of core hours;, • Influence, initiative, persuasion, a versatile thinker with adaptability to change are also key soft skills for this role. The applicant will: • Ideally have attained a legal qualification (e.g. law degree, SQE, qualified solicitor or legal executive) and/or 2+ years’ contract experience and demonstrable track record of owning and delivering pre and post contract activity (working in a contract/commercial manager role), • have experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, preferably with a technology, software and/or IPR bias;, • ability to identify and analyse key commercial risks such as KPIs, SLAs, contractual dependencies, and milestones;, • Ideally, have experience with public sector contracts and public procurement;, • demonstrate effective communication skills and people skills;, • Have a proven track record of successfully working within a team;, • have the ability to ensure high professional standards are met and sustained;, • be motivated and keen to learn and develop;, • have strong IT office skills. Additional Information We pride ourselves in offering an excellent benefits package, including an above average pension scheme. When you join the team at NEC Software Solutions, you are provided with the following: • Private Medical Cover funded by NEC for Employees (with the option to add family members at an additional cost), • 25 days paid holiday with the option to buy/sell (FTE), • 4 x basic salary life assurance cover funded by NEC (with the option to increase cover at an additional cost), • A Group Pension Plan with fantastic employer contributions up to a maximum of 8.5%, • A selection of flexible benefits to suit your individual needs, • All colleagues get free access to LinkedIn Learning. Over 15000 courses covering a huge breadth of subjects. Learn about what you like, when you like, how you like. OTHER INFORMATION • Candidates must be able to demonstrate a pre-existing right to work and travel within the UK. Documentary evidence will be required., • All offers are subject to satisfactory vetting, references and occupational health checks., • Depending on the nature of the role a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check may also be required. NEC Software Solutions is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all communities. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs during the recruitment or interview process, please feel free to share these with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accommodating experience for all candidates. Who We Are: We’re NEC Software Solutions (part of global tech giant NEC Corporation). While you read this ad, our software is helping to dispatch ambulances, support families, keep trains on the move, locate missing people and even test the hearing of newborn babies. Working with us, you’ll be helping our 3,000+ employees push the boundaries of what’s possible and support amazing public services. We work with governments, hospitals, police forces, housing providers, local authorities and more. We help them pay financial support faster, speed up treatments for patients and respond to emergencies in the right way. The more we do, the more our customers can do for others. And together, we make a world of difference. We’d love your help. And we’ll support you all the way.

Role Purpose This position will effectively support and manage the Bank’s approach to 1st Line Operational Risk and the handling of Retail Property Finance complaints in the first line. Please note - the position is office based with a Hybrid Working policy with flexibility to work from home up to 3 days a week. This role can be based from either Wilmslow or Milton Keynes. Role Duties • Enhance the bank’s control framework by carrying out assurance of control testing across all Home Finance Operations areas., • Lead a team of Quality Assurance Analysts responsible for testing and sampling first line of defence business activity and customer outcomes., • Provide independent oversight and be responsible for the control and implementation of the Bank’s Complaint Handling Policy. Ensuring all regulatory, legal, and service requirements are met and the relevant reporting, feedback, and root cause analysis frameworks are in place and fully operational across retail saving and home finance products.., • Manage complaint resolution in the first line ensuring that complaint awareness and handling training is regularly reviewed, delivered and that customers receive fair and good outcomes., • Support the Head of Customer Support Head of Underwriting and Head of Financial Crime and Head of Operational Change to manage monitoring of operational processes, including their adequacy and effectiveness., • Assess the risks associated with First Line of Defence business line activities and assist in maintaining a complete control framework for risk management activities. Support the colleagues to identify risks from First Line of Defence., • Undertake quality controls testing reviews via regular testing of key controls, independent validation of Quality Controls (QC) and Assurance activities performed by the business, • Responsible for the control and oversight of the Third‑Party and Outsourcing Risk Management Framework, ensuring all supplier arrangements meet the Bank’s governance standards and the framework is managed in line with regulatory expectations. Deliver e high quality reports/presentation packs for sharing with key stakeholders Required Skills • Proven experience of working in a Risk/Controls Quality Assurance function within a financial institution, • Knowledge of regulatory environment and key regulatory regimes including demonstrable understanding of regulatory requirements and Conduct rules (CONC, COBS, BCOBS, MCOB, SYSC, DISP), • Knowledge of UK banking (Customer Service, Credit. Financial Crime, Operations) and risk management & controls principles appropriate to the three lines of defence model, • Understanding of compliance with group policies including Conduct Risk, • Considerable knowledge and experience of best practice and governance frameworks, methodologies, and emerging practice, in relation to the UK regulated financial services context About Us Gatehouse Bank was established in 2007. With offices based in London, Birmingham, Milton Keynes and Wilmslow, we’re one of the fastest growing banks of our kind in the UK. We are a British, Shariah-compliant bank and follow a set of principles which promote fair play. Our products are transparent, fair and socially responsible. Additional Details We offer highly attractive reward package; the typical benefits include: • 25 days holiday entitlement increasing with service, • Pension plan, • Private medical insurance, • Dental cover, • Income protection, • Life assurance, • Employee referral bonus Gatehouse Bank is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. Please be advised that we have an appointed recruitment partner, The Curve Group, to manage our recruitment process and give candidates the best possible experience in pursuing a career with Gatehouse Bank. The personal details you have shared with us may be processed by The Curve Group on behalf of Gatehouse Bank. The Curve Group is a Recruitment Services and Human Resources business with a mission to transform the working lives of the people and organisations we work with. We collect and process your personal data for the purpose of providing recruitment and related HR services, in line with our legitimate business interests and legal obligations. We will retain your data for two years from the last point of contact, after which it will be securely deleted unless you request otherwise. For more details about how we handle your personal data and your rights, please see our full Privacy Policy: ___

The Role: Our client is a forward-thinking, growing social housing provider, committed to delivering high-quality homes and services to its residents. They pride themselves on excellence and professionalism. This role has been created to support the Head of Acquisitions due to the steep increase in the volume of transactions. This is a very autonomous position that would suit someone who is happy to work independently and who already has significant experience in this sector. The requirement to visit the office is minimal therefore being based anywhere in Yorkshire, the North West or the top end of the Midlands is acceptable. Please do not apply for this position if you live outside this region. Key Responsibilities: • Manage the end-to-end acquisition of affordable housing projects, ensuring delivery against agreed targets, timelines, and budgets., • Undertake detailed underwriting of investment opportunities, viability assessments, and risk analysis for proposed acquisitions., • Undertake due diligence and coordinate legal, financial, and technical assessments to support acquisition viability., • Point of contact for local authorities, developers, and planning consultants to ensure compliance with planning obligations, grant funding (e.g. Homes England), and regulatory standards., • Maintain relationships with internal teams: legal, finance, and technical teams to ensure smooth project delivery., • Input into monitoring project timelines, budgets, and performance against key milestones., • Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for internal governance and board approval Essential Skills & Experience: • Proven experience in affordable housing acquisition and project delivery within a registered provider, fund, or development environment., • Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple schemes simultaneously., • Strong underwriting capability, with the ability to interrogate financial models and appraisals., • Solid knowledge of S106 agreements, housing development processes, affordable tenure structuring, and Homes England funding requirements., • Demonstrates a strong attention to detail, particularly in contract review, financial modelling, and reporting, • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities., • Experience working within or alongside a registered provider or housing association., • Familiarity with development appraisal tools (e.g., ProVal or Excel-based models)., • Familiarity with Homes England programmes and compliance requirements., • Strong report-writing and presentation skills, particularly for investment or board-level audiences. Please apply by either sending in your CV to or give Phil a call on 07984 199519.

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The Head of Financial Accounting sits within the University’s senior financial team and is responsible for preparation of the University’s financial accounts. The role will lead the Financial Accounting, Income and Treasury and Accounts Payable teams. The Head of Financial Accounting is responsible for ensuring the accurate recording of all financial data, coordinating the preparation of the Group annual accounts, including year-end audit files, and making tax returns. In addition, the post holder will ensure the integrity of the University balance sheet, promote a strong internal control environment, liaise with external and internal audit and ensure policies are reviewed regularly and maintained in line with relevant legislation. Key Responsibilities • Coordination and production of the University Group Accounts and lead the work on the year-end audit., • Co-ordination of the preparation of the annual accountability returns to the Office for Student (OfS) and submission of subsidiary statutory accounts to Companies House., • Oversee and contribute to the preparation of tax returns including VAT and Corporation tax returns for University and subsidiary companies., • Management of income, cash and debt recovery, liaising with investment advisors, and finance lead for banking activities., • Leading and advising the Deputy Director of Finance and Director of Finance on accounting options with recommendations e.g. Implications of FRS102., • Develop and maintain the University’s financial policies and guidance e.g. Financial Regulations & Treasury management to comply with legislation and best practice. The Finance Department is responsible for the overall financial management of the institution including subsidiaries. The division provides a full range of financial services to the University, including management and financial accounting services. The University has devolved systems of planning and budgeting, and the Finance Department works closely with Academic areas and Professional Services to maximise the opportunities for the University within an appropriate controlled environment. What's in it for you? • Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme, • An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!, • Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance, • Wellbeing support - all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships, • Team Salford - join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK's fastest growing universities

Reporting to the company’s head office in the South East, you will be responsible for the day to day management of a team of Senior Relationship Managers and Portfolio Directors. The successful candidate will ensure effective management of all operational procedures including business strategy, ri

We’re partnering with a leading logistics provider who is looking for a Business Development Executive to join their head office in Manchester. This role is ideal for an experienced Key Account Manager or Internal Sales professional ready to step into external sales and take the next step in their career. You’ll be selling a full range of services, including Air, Ocean, Road, and Customs solutions, and joining a supportive team that’s hungry for growth. What’s on offer: Competitive salary 10% lifetime commission on accounts Car allowance Laptop & phone If you’re ambitious, driven, and looking to grow with a successful company, we’d love to hear from you. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE EXPERIENCE AS A SALES OR OPERATION PERSON WITHIN A UK FREIGHT FORWARDER

Service Desk Engineer Location: Head Office - Didsbury Salary: £25,574 Reporting to the Service Desk Team Lead, the Service Desk Analyst will be responsible for ensuring all incoming incidents and problems assigned to them are prioritised, analysed and then resolved as efficiently as possible. You will be working as part of the Service Desk team to make sure we deliver excellent customer service while meeting our agreed SLA’s. What you’ll be doing • Acting as first point of contact for all IT Support issues and queries, • Responsible for the ongoing provision of IT Hardware and Infrastructure to support both internal and external stakeholders, • Providing supporting documentation to assist both end users and team members to resolve issues., • Providing “day one” support to our staff to ensure they are introduced to the business in a consistent and professional manner., • Providing ongoing technical support to the business to assist IT issues and queries What you’ll need • Excellent customer service skills and focus, • Good effective written and verbal communication, • Ability to complete tasks in an accurate and timely manner when working under pressure, • Ability to work in a flexible and ever changing technical landscape, • Ability to work in an office environment., • Ability to recognise opportunities for improvement on new and existing processes., • ITIL Awareness What we need from you • A commitment to understand the challenges and opportunities that exist in the communities in which we work. We particularly value lived experience in social housing, • A passion to advocate on behalf of people and communities, • A commitment to work in partnership with others for the benefit of Great Places, • A commitment to continuous learning and improvement, • Ability to work flexibly and when needed outside normal working hours to ensure service continuity, • An ability to work in uncertainty., • To be professional and work with integrity, inclusivity and respect for diversity What we give you in return for your hard work and commitment • Pension ¦ DC scheme (up to 10% contribution from both colleagues and Great Places), • WPA ¦ Healthcare scheme starts at no contribution level with £1250 of savings available per year (option to increase & add family members), • Ways of Working¦ We offer some hybrid and flexible working, • Annual leave ¦Start at 26 days annual leave, increasing up to 30 days within 5 years + Bank Holidays, • Reward & Recognition ¦ You Count Rewards are individual reward’s for going ‘above & beyond’, • Professional fees ¦ The business pays the cost of one professional role related membership fee for each colleague, • The Market Place ¦high street, restaurant & supermarket discounts, gym memberships, cycle to work, smart tech loans and much more, • Wage Stream ¦ You can access savings opportunities and early access to wages, • Health and Wellbeing Initiatives ¦ Our colleagues enjoy wellbeing campaigns throughout the year, with activities designed around our four pillars of wellbeing, these include career wellbeing, mental wellbeing, physical wellbeing and financial wellbeing At Great Places we believe the wellbeing of our colleagues is vital to enable them to deliver to great services, all your benefits can be used inside and outside of work. Closing date: 10th April 2026 Shortlist date: 11th April 2026 Interview date: TBC

Payroll Administrator - £30,(Apply online only) per annum Location: Alderley Edge (Office‑based) A great opportunity to join a friendly, supportive team and build solid payroll experience in a role that mixes people support, admin accuracy, and day‑to‑day operational responsibility. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in getting the details right, and wants to grow their skills within a small but busy environment. ⭐ About the Role You'll play a key part in supporting the Payroll Officer, helping to keep payroll, employee records running smoothly. The role is hands‑on, varied, and perfect for someone who enjoys being organised and working collaboratively. Key Responsibilities Assisting with weekly and monthly payroll processing Managing holiday records through the I‑Trent system Monitoring sickness absence and tracking long‑term cases Updating employee records, contract variations, and general I‑Trent housekeeping Keeping Standard Operating Procedures accurate and up to date Processing weekly expenses Acting as the department's contact for the service desk and raising support cases Distributing payslips at Head Office What We're Looking For Strong written and verbal communication Excellent attention to detail A collaborative, team‑focused approach Desirable (Not Essential) Experience using I‑Trent or similar HR/payroll systems Why This Role Could Be a Great Fit A supportive team where you can learn and develop A varied role with exposure to payroll & HR admin A stable, full‑time office‑based position in Alderley Edge

Casual Care Home Cook £14.01 per hour Choose to live life in Colour by working at Borough Care where we believe that everyone should be encouraged and supported to live their best possible life. By working with us you will receive some excellent rewards & benefits including: An hourly rate of pay that is significantly higher than the industry average for care workers Flexibility to apply to work for the shifts that fit in with you Free meals Access to My Hub, with a range of discounts for high street shops, supermarkets and restaurants Free uniforms Paid DBS check Refer a Friend Scheme youll get £375 once the person joins the Borough Care family Assistance Programme that supports on all aspects of your lifestyle including free counselling and financial advice Career progression opportunities About the role At Borough Care, we believe every day is a chance to brighten someones life. As a Care Home Cook, youll play a vital stand-alone role in our care home not just preparing meals but creating a warm and enjoyable dining experience for our residents. You will prepare and serve meals to meet our residents specific needs and deliver a high quality service. Our main and light meals are supplied as frozen ready prepared meals which require reheating, garnishing and presenting well. You will also provide light breakfasts, freshly made soups and sandwiches and will have the opportunity to use your creativity when catering for our events and residents birthdays. You will also maintain stock control and support our carers at meal-times by assisting residents who cannot eat independently. About you If you have catering experience, enjoy working independently and caring for others why not join an organisation that is committed to providing individualised care and helping people live their best possible life. Make a Real Difference One Meal at a Time. About us For almost 30 years we have worked with amazing people every day. From those who live at Borough Care homes and their families, to our care home staff and our head office team, we are all united in our aspiration to live life in colour. We have 12 residential care homes across Stockport and Staffordshire and continue to grow. As a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest any surplus money into the services we offer, to serve the best interests of our residents and their families. Why not join an organisation that makes a difference and is committed to helping people live their best possible life. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds. We are also a Disability Confident Committed employer. TPBN1_UKTJ

Position: LCL Export Manager Salary:£50,000 - £55,000 + Benefits Location: Manchester Hours: Mon - Fri 37.5 per week, Hybrid Working - 2 Days WFH / 3 Days Office A fantastic opportunity is available with a highly successful, employee-owned logistics business known for its strong market presence and entrepreneurial culture. This is a company where employees are genuinely invested in the success of the business, creating a collaborative, high-performing environment. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Export Manager with a strong background in LCL ocean freight to lead and develop their export function. The Role This is a key leadership position, supporting the Head of Department in the day-to-day running of the LCL export operation. You'll be responsible for driving performance, improving efficiencies, and ensuring a high standard of service to both clients and international partners. Managing a team of 7, you'll play a pivotal role in building a motivated, engaged, and results-driven department. Key Responsibilities Support LCL consolidation planning and overall export strategy Monitor market rates, trends, and competitor activity to maintain competitiveness Take ownership of financial performance , including P&L, KPIs, and reporting Lead, manage, and develop a team of 7 direct reports Ensure operational procedures and service standards are consistently met Identify and implement efficiencies to improve workflow and profitability Support commercial teams with onboarding new clients Act as a senior escalation point for operational issues Conduct regular team and performance review meetings Oversee monthly financial checks including invoicing, cost control, and job profitability What We're Looking For Proven experience in LCL Ocean Exports (essential) Strong commercial acumen with experience managing P&L and KPIs Previous leadership experience with the ability to delegate, coach, and develop a team In-depth knowledge of export markets and industry trends A proactive, solutions-driven mindset Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply? Join a thriving employee-owned business where your impact is truly recognised Be part of a company with a strong growth trajectory and entrepreneurial mindset Hybrid working (2 days from home) Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to shape and grow a key operational department If you're an experienced export professional looking to step into a leadership role with real influence and long-term progression, this is an opportunity not to be missed. WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. TPBN1_UKTJ