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HR Advisor Location: Rochester Salary: £45,000 Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time, on-site Start Date: ASAP We are currently recruiting for an experienced HR Officer on behalf of our client, a well-established manufacturing business. This is a key, standalone site-based role, reporting directly to the UK Managing Director, where you will lead all HR operations and partner closely with managers and Board-level stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the HR function, including line management of the HR & Payroll Advisor, and contribute at senior leadership level, • Provide expert HR guidance across employee relations, employment law, and organisational policy, ensuring compliant and commercially sound outcomes, • Support, coach, and influence managers to improve capability and consistency in people management, • Oversee HR systems, payroll governance, benefits, and reporting, driving efficiency and data integrity, • Identify organisational risks and support the business through change, promoting a structured and consistent HR framework Skills & Experience Required: • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a generalist HR role, ideally within manufacturing or a similar environment, • CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience), • Strong knowledge of UK employment law and proven experience handling employee relations cases independently, • Experience operating in a standalone or autonomous HR role and coaching managers, • Highly organised, IT literate, and able to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and grounded HR professional to bring stability, structure, and credibility to a business in a period of transition and integration – if this looks like it could be the right fit for you – we’d love to hear from you!

This is a key, standalone site-based role, reporting directly to the UK Managing Director, where you will lead all HR operations and partner closely with managers and Board-level stakeholders.

Group Finance Director | Kent | £85,000 - £100,000 plus enhanced bonus | Construction We are partnering with a growing, investor-backed construction group operating across multiple regions in the UK. The business has grown rapidly over recent years. With an established leadership team and strong growth trajectory, the business is now looking to appoint a Group Finance Director to strengthen financial control, enhance reporting and provide clear commercial insight to support the next phase of development. This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role, working closely with the Board and senior stakeholders to improve performance, drive consistency and bring greater clarity to decision-making across the Group. The Role Reporting directly to the Board, you will take ownership of group finance, leading reporting, cash management and financial strategy across multiple operating entities. You will work closely with divisional finance leads and operational teams to improve the quality, accuracy and timeliness of financial information, whilst providing meaningful insight into business and project performance. This role will suit a commercially minded finance leader who is comfortable operating both strategically and in the detail. Key Responsibilities Group Reporting & Financial Leadership Lead the monthly group consolidation and deliver accurate, high-quality management and board reporting Improve the consistency, speed and quality of financial reporting across multiple entities Establish clear group-wide processes, controls and reporting standards Develop and track meaningful KPIs across revenue, margin, cash and performance Provide insight, challenge and support to senior leadershipCommercial & Operational Performance Enhance visibility of performance at project and operational level Implement consistent approaches to forecasting, cost tracking and margin analysis Partner with operational teams to identify risks and opportunities early Support key commercial decisions, including tenders and investment activityCash, Banking & Funding Manage banking relationships and funding arrangements Oversee covenant reporting and support any refinancing activity Lead cash forecasting and working capital management Drive improvements in cash conversion and financial disciplineLeadership & Systems Lead and develop the group finance function, working closely with divisional finance leads Strengthen financial governance and compliance across the business Drive improvements in systems, reporting tools and processes, including potential system upgradesAbout You Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role within construction or project-based environments Strong background in group reporting, cash management and financial control Commercially astute, with the ability to partner effectively with operational stakeholders Comfortable working in a hands-on environment, improving processes and driving change Experience of systems or reporting improvements would be advantageousWhy Apply? Opportunity to join a growing, investor-backed business High level of exposure to Board and key decision-makers Ability to shape and improve the finance function at group level A broad, commercially focused role with real impact Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations | Senior Appointments & Exec | Sales | Supply Chain & Logistics BBBH35866

Interim HR Manager (Education) Kent June 2026 - December 2026 Hybrid Working (minimum 3 days onsite) Daily rate Panoramic Associates is partnering with a well-regarded education provider in Kent to appoint an experienced Interim HR Manager for a key assignment running through to the Christmas break. This is a pivotal role during a period of organisational transition. You'll play a central part in supporting leadership, stabilising HR operations, and guiding the workforce through change with confidence and clarity. Reporting to the HR Director, you will also lead and support a small HR team, with line management responsibility for two HR Officers. Key Requirements Current or recent experience within a school or multi-academy trust Proven track record operating at HR Manager level CIPD Level 5 qualification Experience with Edupay (highly desirable) This is an opportunity to step into an interim role where your expertise will make an immediate impact. You'll help shape a positive employee experience during a critical period, while benefiting from a flexible hybrid working model. For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Abbey at Panoramic Associates