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Description Senior Platform Engineer - 12 Month FTC Who We Are: AND Digital are a tech company focused on accelerating digital delivery and dedicated to closing the digital skills gap. We’ve been helping organisations build better digital products and stronger digital teams since 2014. We believe our work should always leave a legacy for the client. We do this through close relationships with our offices (or ‘Clubs’) so that our partners are always prioritised by a regional team close to them. This unique model has driven success for our clients and ourselves, evidenced by our remarkable organic growth since 2014. Today we number more than 1,300 people with Clubs all over the UK and Europe with plans for global expansion in the next couple of years. Join us - and help us fulfil our mission to close the world’s digital skills gap. The Role The Senior Platform Engineer will provide technical leadership in shaping, evolving, and scaling our clients cloud platform. The role will establish robust, reusable platform capabilities and self-service solutions that enable engineering teams to deliver software faster, more reliably, and with a consistently high developer experience. The Principal Platform Engineer will operate across architecture, engineering, reliability, automation, and developer enablement, influencing technical strategy while remaining hands-on in the design and delivery of platform capabilities. Key Responsibilities • Define and evolve the technical strategy, architecture, and roadmap for a AWS cloud platform., • Design and build scalable, secure, resilient, and reusable platform capabilities., • Develop self-service tooling and services that abstract operational complexity and improve developer productivity., • Drive automation across infrastructure, application delivery, operational processes, and platform management., • Establish and promote platform standards, engineering patterns, and best practices across engineering teams., • Improve the reliability, scalability, performance, observability, and operational efficiency of the platform., • Identify opportunities to reduce engineering friction, eliminate repetitive work, and accelerate software delivery., • Establish engineering principles and guardrails that enable teams to move quickly while maintaining appropriate levels of security, reliability, and governance., • Lead technically complex platform initiatives from discovery and architectural design through implementation and operational adoption., • Influence engineering teams and senior stakeholders on platform strategy, architectural decisions, and technology choices., • Mentor and develop engineers, raising engineering capability and promoting strong platform engineering practices., • Champion a culture of automation, ownership, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Experience and Technical Capability We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate significant experience in: Platform Engineering • Designing and operating internal developer platforms at scale., • Building reusable platform services, tooling, and self-service capabilities., • Applying platform-as-a-product principles to improve developer experience., • Establishing standards and paved-road approaches that enable engineering teams to work independently. Cloud-Native Architecture • Designing highly available, scalable, and resilient cloud-native architectures., • Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, networking, identity, and security., • Experience making architectural trade-offs across reliability, scalability, performance, cost, and developer experience. Infrastructure & Delivery Automation • Infrastructure as Code and automated cloud provisioning., • CI/CD and automated software delivery., • Automation of operational processes and platform lifecycle management., • Experience establishing repeatable, standardised engineering workflows. Reliability & Performance Engineering • Designing platforms for resilience, fault tolerance, observability, and operational excellence., • Applying SRE principles and practices to improve availability and reduce operational risk., • Performance analysis, capacity planning, scalability engineering, and proactive reliability improvement., • Establishing meaningful service-level objectives, monitoring, alerting, and operational practices. Technical Leadership • Providing technical leadership across multiple engineering teams or a wider engineering organisation., • Influencing architecture and technical direction without relying solely on organisational authority., • Leading complex technical initiatives and driving decisions through ambiguity., • Mentoring senior and developing engineers and creating a culture of knowledge sharing and technical excellence. Why join AND Digital? We have three values: wonder, share, and delight. These values inform how we work with clients, and our culture: what it feels like to work for AND. We believe collaboration, ambition, curiosity and fun can drive innovation by creating a better environment for problem-solving. By joining AND, we’ll provide: • Opportunities to work on projects with big clients and the chance to produce meaningful work that makes a difference to people’s lives., • A “Blended Working” model, meaning you will be able to work in a range of locations from; your home, in your clubhouse, on a client, as well as just a change of scenery., • A dedicated career scrum team, designed to help you reach your career goals and develop the skills you need to be your best self., • An annual budget for training and upskilling, including allocated days off so you don’t have to study in your own free time., • Monthly and quarterly team socials - on us - ranging from after work drinks, to driving experience days with your fellow club members., • A safe environment for you to be yourself and challenge yourself. _ Equal Opportunities Statement At AND Digital we embrace diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. We are actively recruiting for a diverse and inclusive workforce so want to ensure we do everything we can to support your application. We want you to feel safe and empowered to let us know if you require any adjustments to be made to your application or interview process so please speak to our recruitment team.

1inch is the DeFi ecosystem building financial freedom for everyone. 1inch products help users and builders trade, hold and track digital assets - with the self-custody, comprehensive security and the intuitive user experience they need to unlock the potential of true crypto ownership. 1inch protocols and APIs provide core infrastructure across the DeFi industry and beyond. So if you’re someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Location: We prioritise candidates who are based in Dubai then consider those working remotely in one of our European Hub Locations (UK, Spain or Germany). 1inch is seeking a Head of DevOps to spearhead our infrastructure and platform engineering department. This is a pivotal leadership position where you will transform traditional infrastructure support into a world-class platform engineering function. You will lead a dedicated team of engineers to build resilient, multi-cloud environments that empower our developers to deploy and manage services independently. By balancing strategic vision with technical rigour, you will ensure our global decentralised systems remain secure, scalable, and exceptionally reliable. • Strategic Leadership: Define and execute a DevOps strategy that aligns infrastructure growth with 1inch’s business objectives., • Team Development: Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing engineering team while fostering a culture of automation and accountability., • Infrastructure as Code: Oversee multi-cloud Kubernetes clusters and ensure all environmental changes are managed via automated IaC and GitOps., • Developer Enablement: Standardise deployment processes and build self-service tools for secrets management and infrastructure provisioning., • Service Reliability: Define and implement SLIs, SLOs, and SLAs to ensure the stability and performance of critical services., • Observability & Incident Management: Oversee the full monitoring stack and establish formal incident response and post-mortem processes., • Security & Compliance: Enforce "security by design" and maintain strict adherence to ISO 27001 and SOC 2 regulatory frameworks., • Cost & Efficiency: Lead infrastructure consolidation initiatives and monitor cloud expenditure to identify strategic cost-saving opportunities., • Leadership Experience: 8+ years in DevOps/Infrastructure with 3+ years in a management role., • Proven Track Record: Experience scaling DevOps teams in fast-paced, high-growth tech environments., • Kubernetes Expertise: Deep knowledge of cluster management, networking, and security., • Automation Mastery: Extensive experience with Terraform (IaC) and GitOps practices., • Cloud Architecture: Proficiency in managing multi-cloud environments (AWS, Hetzner, GCP)., • Technical Depth: Strong understanding of service mesh and microservices architecture., • Observability: Solid experience with observability tools for metrics, logging, and tracing., • Security Mindset: Practical experience implementing security best practices within CI/CD., • Communication: Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders., • Strategic Mindset: Balanced approach between long-term strategy and hands-on problem-solving., • Platform Engineering: Building developer-centric tools to increase engineering velocity., • Cloud Governance: Managing multi-provider cloud footprints and resource optimisation., • Incident Response: Leading high-pressure incident resolution and system recovery., • Mentorship: Coaching senior engineers and developing future technical leaders., • Process Design: Crafting standardised, scalable engineering workflows., • Web3 Infrastructure: Specific experience in blockchain or decentralised finance (DeFi)., • Event-Driven Systems: Knowledge of message brokers such as Kafka or NATS., • Chaos Engineering: Experience with resilience testing and fault-injection practices., • Edge Computing: Familiarity with CDN optimisation and edge-based service delivery., • Ecosystem Knowledge: Strong understanding of 1inch protocols and the Web3 landscape., • Join a young, creative team in a fast-paced and supportive environment, • We’re open to new ideas — if you’ve got a vision, pitch it and make it happen, • Enjoy competitive pay that matches your skills and experience, • Be part of a company that’s shaping the future of DeFi, • Take time when you need it — we offer unlimited vacation days, • Get fully compensated for your work gear — we’ll set you up for successWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Grafana Labs, the company behind the open observability cloud, is founded on the principles of open source, open standards, open ecosystems, and open culture. Grafana Cloud, our fully managed observability platform, is flexible and built for scale. With Grafana Cloud's actually useful AI, organizations can see, understand, and act on all their disparate data to move at the speed of their ambitions. Today, more than 35 million users and 7,000+ customers – including Anthropic, Bloomberg, NVIDIA, Microsoft, and Salesforce – trust Grafana Labs to ensure reliability of their applications and systems, resolve incidents quickly, and optimize their telemetry to reduce noise and cost. We are a 100% remote company with 1,600+ team members across 40+ countries, and we’re backed by leading investors including Lightspeed Venture Partners, Sequoia Capital, GIC, Coatue, J.P. Morgan, CapitalG, and Lead Edge Capital. Learn more at and follow us on and _. We’re scaling fast and staying true to what makes us different: an open-source legacy, a global collaborative culture, and a passion for meaningful work. Our team thrives in an innovation-driven environment where transparency, autonomy, and trust fuel everything we do. You may not meet every requirement, and that’s okay. If this role excites you, we’d love you to raise your hand for what could be a truly career-defining opportunity. This is a remote opportunity and we are looking for candidates from the UK, Sweden, Spain or Germany. We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer - SRE to help us support our highest value Grafana Cloud customers by increasing the reliability of our Cloud databases that are based on Mimir, Loki, Tempo, and Pyroscope. We provide these databases as a SaaS product from AWS, GCP, and Azure across all regions. The SRE team is embedded within the Mimir, Loki, and Tempo squads and focuses on ensuring that Grafana Cloud’s database products deliver exceptional reliability for our highest-SLA customers. In this role, you will: • Partner closely with product engineering squads (embedded model), • Own production reliability for high-SLA and complex customer environments, • Design and implement automation to scale our reliability practices, • Ensuring our customers meet our SLO targets, • Define and evolve per-tenant SLOs and reliability models, • Proactively reduce SLO burn to prevent repeat incidents, • Serving as a primary escalation point and on-call for relevant incidents, • Lead customer-impacting incident response and post-incident reviews, • Contribute to design docs and code reviews, • Influence feature design to ensure production scalability and operability, • Build automation to eliminate toil where needed, • Improve alert quality and reduce noisy escalations We seek a staff software engineer operating at the intersection of customer needs, production systems, and product engineering. • 8+ years engineering experience, 4+ in SRE/CRE/production engineering. Strong preference for those with formal customer reliability engineering experience., • Strong Kubernetes experience in AWS, GCP, or Azure, and familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tooling (Helm, Terraform, Jsonnet, etc.)., • Strong experience with technical leadership, leading a team through projects, mentoring other engineers on the team and serving as a force-multiplier, • Experience operating multi-tenant systems in production, • Strong experience designing and implementing SLOs, • Experience with one or more programming languages (e.g. Go, Python, Java, etc), • Experience with Linux operating systems internals, and some knowledge of networking, cloud storage, and scaling., • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills., • Experience with calmly and actively participating in blame-free Incident Response, following up on actions, and writing high quality PIRs (Post Incident Reviews, a.k.a. post-mortem documents), • Ability to reason about performance, scaling, and failure modes, • Comfortable working within an engineering team where individuals are encouraged to have a strong sense of autonomy and self-direction., • Ability to partner deeply with product engineering teams, • We highly value those who are intellectually curious, who default to transparency, possess a high bias towards action, and who are also kind (this is important!), • Regular 1:1s to with your manager and colleagues, • Reviewing and creating SLOs, proactively investigating ways in which we can further reduce budget burn for those SLOs, which can be self-directed or as the result of learnings from incidents, and may include improvements to monitoring, automation, increasing self-healing, auto-scaling, etc., • Improve observability of customers within their environments, • Designing and implementing solutions to ensure reliability and scalability of our environments can meet rapidly increasing demands, • Develop fault-tolerant design patterns ensuring that we are considering reliability at all stages of the service lifecycle., • Collaborating with our Engineering Leaders to help define and influence product strategy, roadmaps and technical designs, • Participate in PR review and collaborating with other engineers on their Design Docs, • Teach others about Site Reliability Engineering and communicate best practices to be applied early in development of new features and functionality, • Participate in Incident Response when applicable, including investigation through to resolution, PIR, and communication with customers via Bridge calls where necessary In the UK, the Base compensation range for this role is £103,958 - £124,750. Actual compensation may vary based on level, experience, and skillset as assessed in the interview process. Benefits include equity, bonus (if applicable) and other benefits listed _.#LI-Remote #LI-Remote *Compensation ranges are country specific. If you are applying for this role from a different location than listed above, your recruiter will discuss your specific market’s defined pay range & benefits at the beginning of the process. Why You’ll Thrive at Grafana Labs: • 100% Remote, Global Culture - As a remote-only company, we bring together talent from around the world, united by a culture of collaboration and shared purpose., • Scaling Organization – Tackle meaningful work in a high-growth, ever-evolving environment., • Transparent Communication – Expect open decision-making and regular company-wide updates., • Innovation-Driven – Autonomy and support to ship great work and try new things., • Open Source Roots – Built on community-driven values that shape how we work., • Empowered Teams – High trust, low ego culture that values outcomes over optics., • Career Growth Pathways – Defined opportunities to grow and develop your career., • Approachable Leadership – Transparent execs who are involved, visible, and human., • Passionate People – Join a team of smart, supportive folks who care deeply about what they do., • In-Person onboarding - We want you to thrive from day 1 with your fellow new ‘Grafanistas’ to learn all about what we do and how we do it., • Balance is Key - We operate a global annual leave policy of 30 days per annum. 3 days of your annual leave entitlement are reserved for Grafana Shutdown Days to allow the team to really disconnect. *We will comply with local legislation where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer: Grafana Labs is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of race, colour, nationality, origin, caste, sex, gender reassignment identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, maternity, marital, family or carer status, or any other characteristic which is protected by local law. We believe that equality and diversity build a strong organisation, and we work hard to ensure that is the foundation of our organisation as we grow. Grafana Labs may utilize AI tools in its recruitment process to assist in matching information provided in CVs to job postings. The recruitment team will continue to review inbound CVs manually to identify alignment with current openings. #LI-Remote For information about how your personal data is used once you’ve applied to a job, check out our .

Application Deadline: 16 October 2026 Department: External Audit Employment Type: Permanent Location: Canterbury DISCOVER YOUR POTENTIAL. BUILD YOUR CAREER. JOIN US AT AAB. AAB is a leading professional services firm operating across the UK, Ireland, and the USA. We specialise in the mid-market, supporting individuals, family businesses, and organisations with a full suite of services including audit, tax, corporate finance, payroll, people consultancy, and wealth management. With 1,000+ team members, we deliver expert support to clients all over the world. EVERYONE HAS THE AABILITY TO SUCCEED- WE'LL HELP YOU GET THERE. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We succeed together as one team, building strong client relationships through passion, empathy, and straightforward advice. That's what makes AAB different. We invest in brilliant talent across every area of the business, offering tailored training, professional qualifications, and continuous support to help you grow. Your growth matters to us. We'll give you the tools, encouragement, and opportunities to lead, learn, and make an impact. Guided by our six core values, we foster a culture where collaboration, trust, and enthusiasm thrive. AABSOLUTELY DEDICATED TO HELPING YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS At AAB, your career is what you make it. We are here to help you turn ambition into action, whether that's becoming a technical expert, a future leader, or someone who simply makes a difference every day. If you're ready to be part of a team that’s united by purpose and driven by values, we'd love to hear from you. ESG COMMITMENT We take our responsibility seriously. From reducing our environmental impact, to supporting education through training and talent programmes, to giving back to our local communities with our charitable initiative ABBIE- ESG is part of who we are. Key duties & responsibilities: Client Portfolio Management • Manage a diverse portfolio of charity and not-for-profit clients., • Act as the primary day-to-day contact for clients, building strong and trusted relationships., • Develop a detailed understanding of clients' objectives, governance structures and operational challenges., • Maintain regular communication with client stakeholders, trustees and senior management teams. Audit Delivery • Lead audit engagements from planning through to completion and final sign-off., • Review audit files and financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting and auditing standards., • Manage audit budgets, timelines and resource allocation., • Ensure work is delivered to a high standard, on time and within agreed budgets., • Identify and address audit risks, ensuring appropriate actions and recommendations are made. Technical Expertise • Provide technical guidance on charity accounting, reporting and governance matters., • Maintain knowledge of Charity SORP requirements, audit regulations and sector developments., • Support clients with complex accounting and compliance matters., • Assist in resolving technical audit and financial reporting issues. Team Leadership & Development • Lead, coach and develop Audit Seniors, Auditors and Trainees., • Review work completed by junior team members and provide constructive feedback., • Support recruitment, onboarding and talent development initiatives., • Promote a positive, collaborative and high-performing team culture. Business Development • Identify opportunities to add value and strengthen client relationships., • Support the preparation of proposals, tenders and presentations., • Contribute to networking events, sector activities and business development initiatives., • Work collaboratively with colleagues across audit, tax and advisory service lines to deliver integrated client solutions. Risk & Quality Management • Ensure compliance with internal quality control procedures and risk management requirements., • Monitor engagement profitability and utilisation., • Support continuous improvement initiatives across audit processes and client service delivery., • Maintain the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct., • ACA, ACCA, ICAS or equivalent professional qualification, • Significant external audit experience gained within practice., • Experience working with charities, not-for-profit organisations, educational institutions or social enterprises., • Knowledge of Charity SORP and sector-specific reporting requirements., • Previous experience managing audit assignments and client relationships., • Strong understanding of audit methodology, financial reporting and regulatory requirements., • Experience leading and developing teams., • Excellent project management and organisational skills., • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities., • Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries. People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It's what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you'll find like-minded people driving change at Howden. With a no limits approach, we can rise to any challenge. Whatever the question, the concern, or the risk, we can get the right people in a room and find the right answer. Our collective power is also helping us to change the insurance narrative - doing right by our clients while using insurance as a tool to build resilience for individuals, businesses and communities. From pro bono work to insuring COVID-19 vaccine development to de-risking the carbon market, we're using our skills, knowledge, and networks to make a difference and speed positive change in the world around us. We are actively looking for a Commercial Account Executive to join our Howden Consumer & Local Commercial team. Our local Commercial team have grown rapidly over the last 14 years’, and we now have over 200 people within the team across the UK. In this role you will be responsible for building rapport with new and existing clients, who could range from sole traders, through to the MD/CEO of a large organisation, and working closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives. About you: • You will have experience winning new business and building long lasting relationships with B2B clients., • You must have a passion for developing business through marketing, community engagement, networking, client meetings, just to name a few – the stronger our presence in the market, the more successful you will be., • You will be tenacious and have a business curiosity, as this will allow you to identify and explore new business opportunities to drive the best possible outcome for our clients, • You are willing to learn, as every day will be different. This is a great opportunity to progress your career as a Commercial Account Executive and become further your professional qualifications., • You are consultative, have the ability to question effectively and will be an active listener, you will take the time to fully understand client requirements and be able to advise on products and solutions - always identifying opportunities, but more importantly, looking for a 'path to yes' Rewards: We believe that great work and dedication should be rewarded, that's why we offer: • 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing through length of service, • A set of core benefits, designed with your health and financial protection in mind:, • Life Assurance up to 4x salary, protecting your loved ones in case the worst should happen, • Income protection, guaranteeing an income for up to 5 years in the event of an illness or injury, • Contributory pension scheme - 5% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution, • Access to a Healthcare Cashplan, which gives you access to a variety of health related benefits, • Access to a host of lifestyle and financial benefits that you can choose from:, • Discounts on gym membership across the UK, • Salary sacrifice schemes - Travel Insurance, Cycle to Work, Car leasing, Technology purchase, • Access to a range of insurance polices through Howden at discounted rates, • Access to hundreds of high-street retailer discounts A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity - there is no one Howden type. Instead, we're looking for individuals who share the same values as us: Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours or hybrid working. *Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more. Permanent #J-18808-Ljbffr

At Halter, we’re on a mission to enable farmers and graziers to run the most productive and sustainable operations. Our customers are using Halter to break free from the time-intensive constraints of conventional practices. Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break? No quad bikes, no dogs, no fences. Just a group of cattle walking at their own pace. People say it looks like magic. Our customers are revolutionizing grazing with Halter. It's changing lives and transforming an industry. People join Halter to do meaningful work. By joining us you’ll be solving challenging problems within a talented team and a culture built for high performance. Our team out-think, out-work and out-care. We’re committed to delivering real change in the world - this isn’t easy, and in truth, we love that it’s hard. We’re backed to deliver on a mission that matters by Tier 1 investors including Founders Fund, Bessemer Venture Partners, BOND, DCVC, Blackbird, Promus Ventures, Rocket Lab’s Peter Beck and Icehouse ventures. To find out more, visit our LinkedIn & Instagram. As a Business Development Executive at Halter, you will play a critical role in driving business growth and ensuring customer success within your designated territory. You will be responsible for executing sales strategies, building strong customer relationships, and meeting ambitious growth targets, all while acting as Halter’s on-the-ground representative. This role requires a proactive and hands‑on approach, with a focus on both expansion and long‑term customer satisfaction. In this role, you will prioritise daily efforts that optimise growth performance and drive value for your customers. Working closely with cross‑functional teams, including Product, Support, and other regional sales teams, you’ll share field insights to ensure Halter’s technology continues to meet the needs of farmers. Your contributions will directly support Halter’s mission to support 50% of the world's habitable landmass to be more productive and sustainable. This role is based in the North Canterbury / Selwyn region and will require travel. These requirements are fundamental for this role. A deep passion for helping farmers succeed. Experience in farm systems or within the agricultural sector. A hunter. Someone who is driven to exceed goals in a sales role. Experience in growing new business, owning the end‑to‑end sales cycle from lead generation to close. Passion and enthusiastic people. Attitude and potential are extremely important to us. A phenomenal attitude and a team player with the ability to consistently overcome challenges. A Hunter with a never‑say‑never attitude. A deep passion for helping farmers succeed. A phenomenal attitude and a team player with the ability to consistently overcome challenges. The ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced working environment with a high degree of autonomy. A hunger for success and personal growth to be able to evolve quickly alongside a world‑class sales team. On‑farm sales meetings: Understanding the needs and problems of your prospects then clearly communicating functionality, benefits and highlighting value relative to each farming operation. Prospecting: Building and growing a pipeline of quality farms fit for Halter, while continuously reducing sales cycle times. Managing newly sourced and inbound leads through the initial stages of the pipeline including screening and qualifying. Networking: Building and leveraging industry relationships to establish and maintain Halter's brand. Forecasting: Working with the Regional Sales Manager to enable monthly and quarterly forecasting of revenue. Growth initiatives: Working with the Regional Sales Manager to optimise and evolve the sales process to become faster, more efficient, and more predictable as the company scales. Other duties as required from time to time. Halter is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace — a place where we can each be ourselves and do the best work of our lives. Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women and under‑represented groups of candidates tend to only apply when they meet every requirement. If you think you have what it takes but don’t necessarily tick every requirement on this job description, please still get in touch and apply to Halter. We’d love to chat to see if you’ll be an epic fit! Please also feel free to check out the careers page for more information on working at Halter and don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn & Instagram. Work that genuinely matters. Every now and again a company comes along that transforms an entire industry and leaves the world in a better place. Our team gets to be part of something truly meaningful, helping farmers improve their livelihoods, spend more time with their families, and build more sustainable operations. Spectacular people solving hard problems. Our culture is designed for talented people to do work that changes lives. The team is filled with diverse, kind, and driven people who push each other to do their best work. You'll be thrown into the deep end, tackling complex challenges and building something tangible that solves real problems. You'll grow here. Autonomy, mastery, and learning define how we work. You'll have the freedom to work on interesting problems, master new skills, and continuously develop yourself, both through your role and our $1,000 personal growth fund. This isn't easy, and we love that it's hard. Working at Halter will be the most rewarding and the most challenging work of your life. We move fast, take bold bets, and work hard to reshape an entire industry. As one team member put it: "Joining Halter is a bit like strapping yourself to a rocket ship, but it's an epic journey to be a part of!" #J-18808-Ljbffr

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries. People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden. With a no limits approach, we can rise to any challenge. Whatever the question, the concern, or the risk, we can get the right people in a room and find the right answer. Our collective power is also helping us to change the insurance narrative – doing right by our clients while using insurance as a tool to build resilience for individuals, businesses and communities. From pro bono work to insuring COVID-19 vaccine development to de-risking the carbon market, we’re using our skills, knowledge, and networks to make a difference and speed positive change in the world around us. We are actively looking for a Commercial Account Executive to join our Howden Consumer & Local Commercial team. Our local Commercial team have grown rapidly over the last 14 years’, and we now have over 200 people within the team across the UK. • You will have experience winning new business and building long lasting relationships with B2B clients., • You must have a passion for developing business through marketing, community engagement, networking, client meetings, just to name a few – the stronger our presence in the market, the more successful you will be., • You will be tenacious and have a business curiosity, as this will allow you to identify and explore new business opportunities to drive the best possible outcome for our clients., • You are willing to learn, as every day will be different., • This is a great opportunity to progress your career as a Commercial Account Executive and become further your professional qualifications., • You are consultative, have the ability to question effectively and will be an active listener, you will take the time to fully understand client requirements and be able to advise on products and solutions – always identifying opportunities, but more importantly, looking for a ‘path to yes’., • In this role you will be responsible for building rapport with new and existing clients, who could range from sole traders, through to the MD/CEO of a large organisation, and working closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives., • 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing through length of service, • A set of core benefits, designed with your health and financial protection in mind, • Life Assurance up to 4x salary, protecting your loved ones in case the worst should happen, • Income protection, guaranteeing an income for up to 5 years in the event of an illness or injury, • Contributory pension scheme – 5% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution, • Access to a Healthcare Cashplan, which gives you access to a variety of health related benefits, • Access to a host of lifestyle and financial benefits that you can choose from: Discounts on gym membership across the UK, • Salary sacrifice schemes – Travel Insurance, Cycle to Work, Car leasing, Technology purchase, • Access to a range of insurance polices through Howden at discounted rates, • Access to hundreds of high-street retailer discounts A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us: Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new. We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges. We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond. We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours or hybrid working. Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more. Permanent Howden began in 1994, as just three people and a dog. Now there are 23,000 of us, and we're a leading global insurance group, managing $37bn of premiums for our clients. The owner's mindset is something that's embedded in our culture; our people readily take ownership of their decisions, their actions, and their outputs. They’re invested in every sense. And we all know that by working together to drive the business forward, everyone will benefit from the extraordinary results we can achieve. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Application Deadline: 16 October 2026 Department: External Audit Employment Type: Permanent Location: Canterbury DISCOVER YOUR POTENTIAL. BUILD YOUR CAREER. JOIN US AT AAB. AAB is a leading professional services firm operating across the UK, Ireland, and the USA. We specialise in the mid-market, supporting individuals, family businesses, and organisations with a full suite of services including audit, tax, corporate finance, payroll, people consultancy, and wealth management. With 1,000+ team members, we deliver expert support to clients all over the world. EVERYONE HAS THE ABILITY TO SUCCEED- WE’LL HELP YOU GET THERE. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We succeed together as one team, building strong client relationships through passion, empathy, and straightforward advice. That’s what makes AAB different. We invest in brilliant talent across every area of the business, offering tailored training, professional qualifications, and continuous support to help you grow. Your growth matters to us. We’ll give you the tools, encouragement, and opportunities to lead, learn, and make an impact. Guided by our six core values, we foster a culture where collaboration, trust, and enthusiasm thrive. AABSOLUTELY DEDICATED TO HELPING YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS At AAB, your career is what you make it. We are here to help you turn ambition into action, whether that’s becoming a technical expert, a future leader, or someone who simply makes a difference every day. If you're ready to be part of a team that’s united by purpose and driven by values, we’d love to hear from you. ESG COMMITMENT We take our responsibility seriously. From reducing our environmental impact, to supporting education through training and talent programmes, to giving back to our local communities with our charitable initiative ABBIE- ESG is part of who we are. Key duties & responsibilities: Audit Delivery • Execute the planning, fieldwork and completion of audit assignments in line with internal processes, professional standards, budgets and deadlines., • Take responsibility for key aspects of audit engagements, managing delivery expectations and escalating issues at an early stage., • Identify and undertake more complex audit areas during fieldwork, seeking guidance where appropriate., • Review draft accounts and assist in resolving client queries., • Attend and actively contribute to audit planning, progress and clearance meetings., • Ensure audit work is completed accurately, efficiently and to the required quality standards., • Act as the client's primary point of contact during audit fieldwork, building strong working relationships and providing ongoing support. Client Management • Support the management and development of a portfolio of clients., • Build strong professional relationships with clients and colleagues., • Deliver an efficient, proactive and responsive service to clients., • Identify opportunities where additional services may add value and introduce relevant specialists where appropriate., • Support the growth and retention of existing client relationships. Team Leadership & Development • Manage work delegated to junior team members while retaining responsibility for overall delivery., • Coach, mentor and support less experienced colleagues., • Provide constructive feedback and encourage continuous development., • Demonstrate effective people management skills, including delegation, motivation and support. Commercial Management • Demonstrate an understanding of recoverability, budgets, WIP, lock-up and scope management., • Assist with fee preparation and undertake complex WIP analysis., • Contribute to the effective management of engagements to ensure profitability and efficiency. Technical & Quality • Maintain strong technical accounting and audit knowledge., • Ensure compliance with the firm's quality control procedures and professional standards., • Consult with Managers, Directors and Partners on technical and risk matters where appropriate., • Keep up to date with professional developments and continuing professional education requirements. Business Development • Participate in tenders, proposals and presentations for new work opportunities., • Support wider marketing and business development activities., • Help develop opportunities from existing client relationships., • Build professional networks that contribute to the growth of the firm and wider service line. Essential • ACA, ACCA, ICAS or equivalent professional qualification., • Newly qualified candidates will be considered., • Previous experience in a similar audit role within practice., • Experience working directly with clients and managing stakeholder relationships., • Strong technical accounting and audit knowledge., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities to tight deadlines. Desirable • Experience supporting the management of a client portfolio., • Experience coaching and mentoring junior colleagues., • Exposure to business development and networking activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Commercial Account Executive page is loaded## Commercial Account Executivelocations: Canterbury - 40 High Streettime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: October 14, 2026 (27 days left to apply)job requisition id: R0019247Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries.People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It's what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities - work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering - you'll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.With a no limits approach, we can rise to any challenge. Whatever the question, the concern, or the risk, we can get the right people in a room and find the right answer. Our collective power is also helping us to change the insurance narrative - doing right by our clients while using insurance as a tool to build resilience for individuals, businesses and communities. From pro bono work to insuring COVID-19 vaccine development to de-risking the carbon market, we're using our skills, knowledge, and networks to make a difference and speed positive change in the world around us.We are actively looking for a Commercial Account Executive to join our Howden Consumer & Local Commercial team. Our local Commercial team have grown rapidly over the last 14 years', and we now have over 200 people within the team across the UK. In this role you will be responsible for building rapport with new and existing clients, who could range from sole traders, through to the MD/CEO of a large organisation, and working closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives.About you: You will have experience winning new business and building long lasting relationships with B2B clients. You must have a passion for developing business through marketing, community engagement, networking, client meetings, just to name a few - the stronger our presence in the market, the more successful you will be. You will be tenacious and have a business curiosity, as this will allow you to identify and explore new business opportunities to drive the best possible outcome for our clients You are willing to learn, as every day will be different. This is a great opportunity to progress your career as a Commercial Account Executive and become further your professional qualifications.* You are consultative, have the ability to question effectively and will be an active listener, you will take the time to fully understand client requirements and be able to advise on products and solutions - always identifying opportunities, but more importantly, looking for a 'path to yes'Rewards:We believe that great work and dedication should be rewarded, that's why we offer:* 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing through length of service* A set of core benefits, designed with your health and financial protection in mind:+ Life Assurance up to 4x salary, protecting your loved ones in case the worst should happen+ Income protection, guaranteeing an income for up to 5 years in the event of an illness or injury+ Contributory pension scheme - 5% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution+ Access to a Healthcare Cashplan, which gives you access to a variety of health related benefits* Access to a host of lifestyle and financial benefits that you can choose from:+ Discounts on gym membership across the UK+ Salary sacrifice schemes - Travel Insurance, Cycle to Work, Car leasing, Technology purchase+ Access to a range of insurance polices through Howden at discounted rates+ Access to hundreds of high-street retailer discountsA career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity - there is no one Howden type. Instead, we're looking for individuals who share the same values as us: Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges* We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond## Reasonable adjustmentsWe're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours\ or hybrid working\.If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it's the right fit for you, send us your application - if your profile fits the role's criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.\*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.Permanent #J-18808-Ljbffr

Application Deadline: 16 October 2026 Department: External Audit Employment Type: Permanent Location: Canterbury DISCOVER YOUR POTENTIAL. BUILD YOUR CAREER. JOIN US AT AAB. AAB is a leading professional services firm operating across the UK, Ireland, and the USA. We specialise in the mid-market, supporting individuals, family businesses, and organisations with a full suite of services including audit, tax, corporate finance, payroll, people consultancy, and wealth management. With 1,000+ team members, we deliver expert support to clients all over the world. EVERYONE HAS THE AABILITY TO SUCCEED- WE'LL HELP YOU GET THERE. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We succeed together as one team, building strong client relationships through passion, empathy, and straightforward advice. That's what makes AAB different. We invest in brilliant talent across every area of the business, offering tailored training, professional qualifications, and continuous support to help you grow. Your growth matters to us. We'll give you the tools, encouragement, and opportunities to lead, learn, and make an impact. Guided by our six core values, we foster a culture where collaboration, trust, and enthusiasm thrive. AABSOLUTELY DEDICATED TO HELPING YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS At AAB, your career is what you make it. We are here to help you turn ambition into action, whether that's becoming a technical expert, a future leader, or someone who simply makes a difference every day. If you're ready to be part of a team that’s united by purpose and driven by values, we'd love to hear from you. ESG COMMITMENT We take our responsibility seriously. From reducing our environmental impact, to supporting education through training and talent programmes, to giving back to our local communities with our charitable initiative ABBIE- ESG is part of who we are. Key duties & responsibilities: Client Portfolio Management • Manage a diverse portfolio of charity and not-for-profit clients., • Act as the primary day-to-day contact for clients, building strong and trusted relationships., • Develop a detailed understanding of clients' objectives, governance structures and operational challenges., • Maintain regular communication with client stakeholders, trustees and senior management teams. Audit Delivery • Lead audit engagements from planning through to completion and final sign-off., • Review audit files and financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting and auditing standards., • Manage audit budgets, timelines and resource allocation., • Ensure work is delivered to a high standard, on time and within agreed budgets., • Identify and address audit risks, ensuring appropriate actions and recommendations are made. Technical Expertise • Provide technical guidance on charity accounting, reporting and governance matters., • Maintain knowledge of Charity SORP requirements, audit regulations and sector developments., • Support clients with complex accounting and compliance matters., • Assist in resolving technical audit and financial reporting issues. Team Leadership & Development • Lead, coach and develop Audit Seniors, Auditors and Trainees., • Review work completed by junior team members and provide constructive feedback., • Support recruitment, onboarding and talent development initiatives., • Promote a positive, collaborative and high-performing team culture. Business Development • Identify opportunities to add value and strengthen client relationships., • Support the preparation of proposals, tenders and presentations., • Contribute to networking events, sector activities and business development initiatives., • Work collaboratively with colleagues across audit, tax and advisory service lines to deliver integrated client solutions. Risk & Quality Management • Ensure compliance with internal quality control procedures and risk management requirements., • Monitor engagement profitability and utilisation., • Support continuous improvement initiatives across audit processes and client service delivery., • Maintain the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct., • ACA, ACCA, ICAS or equivalent professional qualification, • Significant external audit experience gained within practice., • Experience working with charities, not-for-profit organisations, educational institutions or social enterprises., • Knowledge of Charity SORP and sector-specific reporting requirements., • Previous experience managing audit assignments and client relationships., • Strong understanding of audit methodology, financial reporting and regulatory requirements., • Experience leading and developing teams., • Excellent project management and organisational skills., • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities., • Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Are you an ambitious Financial Planner looking to take the next step in your career? Department: Advice - Employed Location: Canterbury Verum Financial Planning is seeking a motivated and client-focused Financial Planner to join our growing team in Canterbury, Kent. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified adviser who has gained a few years of industry experience and is looking to develop their career within a supportive, forward-thinking and relationship-led business. Whether you're already progressing towards Chartered status or are looking for an environment that will support your professional development, this role offers clear career progression, ongoing learning opportunities and the chance to work closely with experienced planners and support professionals. As a Financial Planner, you'll provide holistic financial planning advice to a diverse range of clients while developing long-term relationships built on trust and exceptional service. You'll be supported by an experienced team and have the opportunity to continue developing your technical knowledge and advisory skills while progressing towards Chartered status. • Delivering holistic financial planning and wealth management advice to clients, • Conducting detailed fact-finds and financial reviews, • Producing tailored recommendations across pensions, investments, protection and tax planning, • Presenting financial plans and suitability recommendations to clients, • Building and maintaining long-term client relationships, • Managing and developing your own client portfolio, • Identifying opportunities for business development, referrals and networking, • Collaborating with paraplanners and administrators to ensure an excellent client experience, • Contributing to the ongoing growth and development of the practice, • Continuing your professional development towards Chartered status, • Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (or equivalent), • Working towards Chartered status or committed to achieving it, • Minimum three years' experience as a Financial Planner within a financial advice practice, • Experience delivering holistic financial planning advice, • Comfortable conducting client meetings both remotely and face-to-face, • Proven ability to build strong and lasting client relationships You'll have a solid understanding of: • Investment planning, • Pension and retirement planning, • Protection planning, • Estate and inheritance tax planning, • Financial planning best practice and regulatory requirements Experience in areas such as trusts, long-term care planning or specialist pension advice would be advantageous. You’ll be based at Verum Financial Planning's office in Kent, conveniently located with access to Canterbury and the surrounding area. The office provides a professional and collaborative working environment supported by modern technology and experienced colleagues. We know that diverse perspectives and an inclusive culture where all can succeed lead to better decisions and stronger outcomes for the company its clients and its employees. That's why inclusion and diversity are strategic priorities for us. We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer. You're welcome at Benchmark regardless of your age, disability, gender identity or expression, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background. We're building a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Department: Advice - Employed Employment Type: Full Time Location: Canterbury Reporting To: Lee Giles Are you an ambitious Financial Planner looking to take the next step in your career? Verum Financial Planning is seeking a motivated and client-focused Financial Planner to join our growing team in Canterbury, Kent. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified adviser who has gained a few years of industry experience and is looking to develop their career within a supportive, forward-thinking and relationship-led business. Whether you're already progressing towards Chartered status or are looking for an environment that will support your professional development, this role offers clear career progression, ongoing learning opportunities and the chance to work closely with experienced planners and support professionals. As a Financial Planner, you'll provide holistic financial planning advice to a diverse range of clients while developing long-term relationships built on trust and exceptional service. You'll be supported by an experienced team and have the opportunity to continue developing your technical knowledge and advisory skills while progressing towards Chartered status. • Delivering holistic financial planning and wealth management advice to clients, • Conducting detailed fact-finds and financial reviews, • Producing tailored recommendations across pensions, investments, protection and tax planning, • Presenting financial plans and suitability recommendations to clients, • Building and maintaining long‑term client relationships, • Managing and developing your own client portfolio, • Identifying opportunities for business development, referrals and networking, • Collaborating with paraplanners and administrators to ensure an excellent client experience, • Contributing to the ongoing growth and development of the practice, • Continuing your professional development towards Chartered status, • Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (or equivalent), • Working towards Chartered status or committed to achieving it, • Minimum three years' experience as a Financial Planner within a financial advice practice, • Experience delivering holistic financial planning advice, • Comfortable conducting client meetings both remotely and face‑to‑face, • Proven ability to build strong and lasting client relationships You’ll have a solid understanding of: • Investment planning, • Pension and retirement planning, • Protection planning, • Estate and inheritance tax planning, • Financial planning best practice and regulatory requirements Experience in areas such as trusts, long‑term care planning or specialist pension advice would be advantageous. You’ll be based at Verum Financial Planning's office in Kent, conveniently located with access to Canterbury and the surrounding area. The office provides a professional and collaborative working environment supported by modern technology and experienced colleagues. #J-18808-Ljbffr

• Deliver holistic financial planning and wealth management advice to clients, • Conduct detailed fact-finds and financial reviews, • Produce tailored recommendations across pensions, investments, protection and tax planning, • Present financial plans and suitability recommendations to clients, • Build and maintain long‑term client relationships, • Manage and develop a personal client portfolio, • Identify opportunities for business development, referrals and networking, • Collaborate with paraplanners and administrators to ensure an excellent client experience, • Contribute to the ongoing growth and development of the practice, • Continue professional development towards Chartered status, • Work closely with experienced planners and support professionals, • Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (or equivalent), • Working towards Chartered status or committed to achieving it, • Minimum three years' experience as a Financial Planner within a financial advice practice, • Experience delivering holistic financial planning advice, • Comfortable conducting client meetings both remotely and face‑to‑face, • Proven ability to build strong and lasting client relationships, • Solid understanding of investment planning, • Solid understanding of pension and retirement planning, • Solid understanding of protection planning, • Solid understanding of estate and inheritance tax planning, • Solid understanding of financial planning best practice and regulatory requirements, • Experience in trusts, long‑term care planning or specialist pension advice would be advantageous Demonstrates expertise in delivering holistic financial planning and wealth management advice, with a strong focus on building and maintaining client relationships. Proficient in investment, pension, protection, and tax planning, while adhering to financial planning best practices and regulatory requirements. • Level 4 Diploma In Regulated Financial Planning, • Holistic Financial Planning, • Client Relationship Management, • Investment Planning, • Pension And Retirement Planning, • Financial Planning, • Tax Planning, • Protection Planning, • Estate And Inheritance Tax Planning, • Long‑Term Care Planning, • Trusts Management, • Client Portfolio Management, • Business Development, • Financial Reviews, • Suitability Recommendations, • Client Communication, • Collaboration, • Networking, • Relationship Building, • Professional Development, • Chartered Status, • Financial Advice Practice, • Regulatory Requirements, • Best Practices, • Paraplanning, • Client Experience #J-18808-Ljbffr

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries. People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like‑minded people driving change at Howden. With a no limits approach, we can rise to any challenge. Whatever the question, the concern, or the risk, we can get the right people in a room and find the right answer. Our collective power is also helping us to change the insurance narrative – doing right by our clients while using insurance as a tool to build resilience for individuals, businesses and communities. From pro bono work to insuring COVID-19 vaccine development to de-risking the carbon market, we’re using our skills, knowledge, and networks to make a difference and speed positive change in the world around us. We are actively looking for a Commercial Account Executive to join our Howden Consumer & Local Commercial team. Our local Commercial team have grown rapidly over the last 14 years’, and we now have over 200 people within the team across the UK. In this role you will be responsible for building rapport with new and existing clients, who could range from sole traders, through to the MD/CEO of a large organisation, and working closely with the Branch Manager to achieve objectives. • You will have experience winning new business and building long lasting relationships with B2B clients., • You must have a passion for developing business through marketing, community engagement, networking, client meetings, just to name a few – the stronger our presence in the market, the more successful you will be., • You will be tenacious and have a business curiosity, as this will allow you to identify and explore new business opportunities to drive the best possible outcome for our clients, • You are willing to learn, as every day will be different. This is a great opportunity to progress your career as a Commercial Account Executive and become further your professional qualifications., • You are consultative, have the ability to question effectively and will be an active listener, you will take the time to fully understand client requirements and be able to advise on products and solutions – always identifying opportunities, but more importantly, looking for a ‘path to yes’ Rewards: We believe that great work and dedication should be rewarded, that’s why we offer: • 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing through length of service, • A set of core benefits, designed with your health and financial protection in mind:, • Life Assurance up to 4x salary, protecting your loved ones in case the worst should happen, • Income protection, guaranteeing an income for up to 5 years in the event of an illness or injury, • Contributory pension scheme - 5% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution, • Access to a Healthcare Cashplan, which gives you access to a variety of health related benefits, • Access to a host of lifestyle and financial benefits that you can choose from:, • Discounts on gym membership across the UK, • Salary sacrifice schemes - Travel Insurance, Cycle to Work, Car leasing, Technology purchase, • Access to a range of insurance polices through Howden at discounted rates, • Access to hundreds of high-street retailer discounts A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us: Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond We’re committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours or hybrid working. *Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more. Permanent #J-18808-Ljbffr

Application Deadline: 16 October 2026 Department: External Audit Employment Type: Permanent Location: Canterbury DISCOVER YOUR POTENTIAL. BUILD YOUR CAREER. JOIN US AT AAB. AAB is a leading professional services firm operating across the UK, Ireland, and the USA. We specialise in the mid-market, supporting individuals, family businesses, and organisations with a full suite of services including audit, tax, corporate finance, payroll, people consultancy, and wealth management. With 1,000+ team members, we deliver expert support to clients all over the world. EVERYONE HAS THE ABILITY TO SUCCEED- WE’LL HELP YOU GET THERE. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We succeed together as one team, building strong client relationships through passion, empathy, and straightforward advice. That’s what makes AAB different. We invest in brilliant talent across every area of the business, offering tailored training, professional qualifications, and continuous support to help you grow. Your growth matters to us. We’ll give you the tools, encouragement, and opportunities to lead, learn, and make an impact. Guided by our six core values, we foster a culture where collaboration, trust, and enthusiasm thrive. AABSOLUTELY DEDICATED TO HELPING YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS At AAB, your career is what you make it. We are here to help you turn ambition into action, whether that’s becoming a technical expert, a future leader, or someone who simply makes a difference every day. If you're ready to be part of a team that’s united by purpose and driven by values, we’d love to hear from you. ESG COMMITMENT We take our responsibility seriously. From reducing our environmental impact, to supporting education through training and talent programmes, to giving back to our local communities with our charitable initiative ABBIE- ESG is part of who we are. Key duties & responsibilities: Audit Delivery • Execute the planning, fieldwork and completion of audit assignments in line with internal processes, professional standards, budgets and deadlines., • Take responsibility for key aspects of audit engagements, managing delivery expectations and escalating issues at an early stage., • Identify and undertake more complex audit areas during fieldwork, seeking guidance where appropriate., • Review draft accounts and assist in resolving client queries., • Attend and actively contribute to audit planning, progress and clearance meetings., • Ensure audit work is completed accurately, efficiently and to the required quality standards., • Act as the client's primary point of contact during audit fieldwork, building strong working relationships and providing ongoing support. Client Management • Support the management and development of a portfolio of clients., • Build strong professional relationships with clients and colleagues., • Deliver an efficient, proactive and responsive service to clients., • Identify opportunities where additional services may add value and introduce relevant specialists where appropriate., • Support the growth and retention of existing client relationships. Team Leadership & Development • Manage work delegated to junior team members while retaining responsibility for overall delivery., • Coach, mentor and support less experienced colleagues., • Provide constructive feedback and encourage continuous development., • Demonstrate effective people management skills, including delegation, motivation and support. Commercial Management • Demonstrate an understanding of recoverability, budgets, WIP, lock-up and scope management., • Assist with fee preparation and undertake complex WIP analysis., • Contribute to the effective management of engagements to ensure profitability and efficiency. Technical & Quality • Maintain strong technical accounting and audit knowledge., • Ensure compliance with the firm's quality control procedures and professional standards., • Consult with Managers, Directors and Partners on technical and risk matters where appropriate., • Keep up to date with professional developments and continuing professional education requirements. Business Development • Participate in tenders, proposals and presentations for new work opportunities., • Support wider marketing and business development activities., • Help develop opportunities from existing client relationships., • Build professional networks that contribute to the growth of the firm and wider service line. Essential • ACA, ACCA, ICAS or equivalent professional qualification., • Newly qualified candidates will be considered., • Previous experience in a similar audit role within practice., • Experience working directly with clients and managing stakeholder relationships., • Strong technical accounting and audit knowledge., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities to tight deadlines. Desirable • Experience supporting the management of a client portfolio., • Experience coaching and mentoring junior colleagues., • Exposure to business development and networking activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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We're looking for an IT Systems & Network Support Engineer to join our IT Support Services team. A strong communicator with a customer-first attitude. IT Systems & Network Support Engineer.

Commissioning, service or installation engineer with enterprise security experience, strong fault-finding ability, full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally. This role suits a commissioning engineer, or a service/installation engineer with strong commissioning experience across en

A leading advanced technology group is seeking an Algorithm Developer to design and validate algorithms for advanced communication systems. This is a full-time position at a mid-senior level located in the United Kingdom. This role involves simulation of Layer 2 protocols and collaboration with vari

Step 4 – IT Technician Placement: You will be placed into your first role as an IT Technician, with a great starting salary. At a one‑off cost of £1499, or 13 interest‑free monthly instalments of £130, this represents a great opportunity to start a rewarding career in IT and have a real care

The role requires strong skills in GCP networking, Hybrid Connectivity solutions, and Terraform. Responsibilities include configuring VPCs, subnets, and implementing connectivity solutions. A consulting firm is seeking a Network Engineer in London to design and manage GCP Virtual Data Center network

Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Low Latency, Routing and Switching, Python, Automation. My client, an Elite FinTech organisation, are looking for a mid-level Network Engineer to join their team.

The position offers excellent training and development opportunities and currently supports a remote work model with at least one day in the office each week. This role involves architecting and deploying network solutions in both on-premises and cloud environments, with a strong focus on AWS servic

We’re looking for someone with proven experience in network and security engineering, ideally within an Operational Technology environment or supporting other critical network infrastructure. This role has also been defined as a safety or security critical role and as a condition of a formal offer

Step 4 – IT Technician Placement: You will be placed into your first role as an IT Technician, with a great starting salary. We are recruiting for companies that are looking to employ our Network Engineer Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. Step 1 – Online Training: Complete a se

Candidates must possess hands-on experience with Zscaler technologies and a strong understanding of security principles. A leading defense and government services firm is seeking a Network Engineer with Zscaler experience to provide technical expertise and enhance the organization's secure access. T

Support applications and assist with exciting IT projects. Experience with Windows environments, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP. Knowledge of firewalls, routers, and security best practices.

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited is seeking an experienced Senior Network Security Engineer to join its growing networking and security team. You will work on FortiGate firewalls, SD-WAN/SASE, VPN technologies, SIEM/SOAR and XDR environments, and security audits across complex environments, delive

This permanent, field-based position offers a competitive salary, travel time, overtime, and a company van with training opportunities. Pertemps Network Group is recruiting for an experienced Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Service Engineer in the West Midlands. The role focuses on diagnosing fault