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Disaster Recovery Manager Location: Wolverhampton or Chatham (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £64,000 + 15% bonus + 28 days holiday + 8% pension + private healthcare Our trusted client, a leading financial services organisation, is hiring a Disaster Recovery Manager to help define and deliver the IT Service Continuity and Disaster Recovery strategy across the Group’s complex, multi-site IT estate. This is a key role ensuring the organisation’s systems remain resilient, secure, and compliant, enabling rapid and effective response to disruption as the business continues its global digital transformation journey. You’ll work closely with the Head of IT Service Continuity to: • Define, deliver, and embed the Group-wide IT Continuity and Disaster Recovery strategy and policy., • Design, maintain, and test Disaster Recovery and IT Continuity plans aligned to business needs and regulatory standards., • Lead and coordinate responses to major incidents, ensuring minimal impact and swift recovery., • Partner with Architecture and Service Design teams to ensure resilience is built into all new and existing services., • Plan and deliver regular disaster recovery simulations and training to strengthen operational resilience., • Provide expert advice at CAB and TDA forums to ensure compliance with DR and continuity standards., • Produce management reports and dashboards, highlighting test outcomes, risks, and recommendations. Key Skills & Experience • Proven experience in IT Service Management (ITIL v3/v4) and solid working knowledge of Disaster Recovery / IT Continuity within a regulated environment., • Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills at all levels, including senior management., • Understanding of Operational Resilience, Risk Management, and Data Governance within financial services or other regulated industries., • Experience partnering with third-party vendors (ideally cloud providers) to ensure alignment with continuity objectives., • ITIL Foundation certification (v3 or v4) is essential.

Job Description TPF Recruitment, Kent’s leading accountancy practice recruitment agency is recruiting for a Private Client Tax Assistant Manager on behalf of a market leading, top 30 firm of chartered accountants based in Chatham. This opportunity will primarily be focused on advisory services. Our client is a highly reputable and well-known firm of chartered accountants based in Chatham, Kent with offices across the UK and a national, and international reach. They have a fantastic reputation, excellent culture and have seen significant growth over the last 5 years. They are now looking for a Private Client Tax Assistant manager to join their team in a highly rewarding position, offering some of the best private client work available in the Kent region. Joining the firm as a Private Client Tax Assistant Manager, you will provide tailored tax advice to high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and family trusts. Key responsibilities include managing complex tax planning projects, advising on inheritance tax, capital gains tax, and income tax matters, and building strong client relationships. You will also lead a team, ensure compliance with tax regulations, and contribute to the firm’s growth through business development initiatives. This position is ideal for a proactive professional with strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to deliver exceptional client service. Requirements ATT/CTA qualified or qualified by experience. Previous experience operating at a Senior / Assistant Manager level within Private Client Tax Proven experience in client management- ability to provide a high level of client relationship that is vital to this role Proven tax experience in producing high quality work on complex UK private client matters, within budget Tax experience from a practice background would be a distinct advantage, preferably within a top 100 or large independent firm. Benefits Our client is offering a highly competitive salary and remuneration package, in the region of £45,000- £55,000. 25 days annual leave 5% pension Death in service Medical benefit Income Protection + Many more benefits Please contact Tristan finch for more information 01227 533 007 Requirements The Personal Tax Manager will be: ACCA, ATT, or CTA qualification. Significant experience in a tax role within a practice environment. Confidence in a client-facing role. Strong technical knowledge of personal tax regulations and compliance. The ability to mentor and guide junior staff members. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Description A leading, highly successful and growing firm of chartered accounts with multi offices based in Kent is looking to bolster their team with the addition of a qualified ACCA/ACA Audit Senior, in a role offering excellent progression potential and career advancement prospects. This leading Top 30 firm of accountants provides accountancy, tax, audit and advisory services to a mix of clients across Kent and the South East including corporates, professional services and not for profit organisations. Clients are across a variety of different industry sectors, both private and listed businesses across Kent, London and the South East, primarily focused on owner-managed businesses. Joining the team as an Audit and Accounts Senior, you will have responsibility for audit, accountancy and tax services to an exciting client base. The audit department is growing and they have some great plans for the future, therefore the business is seeking individuals, who are career focused and looking to progress with the potential to really develop in their careers. You will have a genuine opportunity to progress and develop in your audit career following qualification and this position will offer exposure to accounts, audit and tax. The remit of the position and the level of audit work can be built around the applicants experience and aspirations. There is an opportunity to be based in multiple locations in Kent, and you will be offered a fantastic salary, excellent benefits package and hybrid working. Requirements You will be ACA/ACCA part qualified or qualified, with a strong background in audit or audit and accounts, with demonstrable audit experience gained within a practice environment as an Audit Semi Senior/ Senior /Associate. Your experience will have been gained in a Top Tier/Mid Tier/Top 50 or large/medium independent accountancy practice. You will be able to demonstrate strong communication skills, both internally and directly with clients, experience of supervising others and delegation of work, along with organisational skills. You will be looking for an opportunity to progress your career within a leading firm of top rated Chartered Accountants in Kent. Benefits £38,000 - £45,000 dependent on experience and background, negotiable. Hybrid working pattern 5% matched pension Death in service Health care cash plan Income protection Informal bonus scheme Please apply for the vacancy or contact Tristan Finch for a confidential conversation. Refer a friend.. We’re keen to remain the leading provider of the best accountancy talent in the South East. We are continually exploring ways to expand our network and we know that great candidates like you can introduce us to other equally brilliant people. We’re looking to work with the best accountancy practice and tax staff in the South East so if your friends, family or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and can demonstrate relevant experience, we'd love to speak to them. For every candidate you refer and we subsequently place into a permanent position, we will give you £200 of Love2Shop vouchers. (Terms Conditions apply). Requirements For this fantastic Accounts Assistant opportunity in Maidstone, you will have 1 - 3 years or more experience within practice, preparing accounts, tax and other responsibilities for a mixed client base of sole traders, partnerships and limited companies. You will be looking for a challenging, long term career move, at Accounts Assistant level, within a growing and expanding firm of chartered accountants, offering progression and career development.

Job Description TPF Recruitment is recruiting for a Mixed Tax Manager to join a market leading firm of chartered accountants based in Rochester. As a Mixed Tax Manager, you will join an experienced, specialist tax team who have an excellent reputation and extensive experience amongst them. There will be a clear route to progress in your career, and you will be offered some fantastic exposure across both compliance and advisory work for both corporate and private clients. The remit of the position can be built around the candidates experience, and aspirations. You will be responsible for: Providing tax advisory services to client portfolios Managing the production of corporate and personal tax computations Plan, control, allocate and review work carried out by team members Responding to tax queries from clients, Partners Directors Liaising between Partners, the tax department and accounts/ audit department Carrying out tax consultancy work Correspondence with clients and external agencies Staff management, development and mentoring Requirements You will be qualified ATT, ACA, ACCA, CTA qualification, or with significant experience in either corporate or personal tax compliance and/or advisory, gained within an accountancy practice environment as a corporate tax Supervisor, or Manager. Benefits £50,000 - £65,000 dependent on experience and background, negotiable. Hybrid working A highly competitive benefits package is also on offer. Please apply for the vacancy or contact Tristan Finch via phone, our website or LinkedIn for a confidential conversation. Refer a friend.. We’re keen to remain the leading provider of the best accountancy talent in the South East. We are continually exploring ways to expand our network and we know that great candidates like you can introduce us to other equally brilliant people. We’re looking to work with the best accountancy practice and tax staff in the South East so if your friends, family or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and can demonstrate relevant experience, we'd love to speak to them. For every candidate you refer and we subsequently place into a permanent position, we will give you £200 of Love2Shop vouchers. (Terms Conditions apply) Requirements ATT and CTA, ACA, ACCA or STEP qualified Previous experience operating at a senior level within tax Proven experience in client handling - ability to provide a high level of client relationship that is vital to this role. Proven tax experience in producing high quality work on complex UK tax matters, within budget. Tax experience from a practice background would be a distinct advantage- either in an independent or Top 100 practice.

Job Title: Project Manager (Civil) Salary: £55,000 to £75,000 Location: Burham (Hybrid working available) Type: Permanent, hybrid About the Role: Our client is looking for a Project Manager to lead multi-disciplinary water-sector projects from design through to commissioning. You’ll report to the Senior Project Manager or Operations Manager and be responsible for delivering contracts efficiently, safely, and to specification, ensuring client satisfaction and commercial success. About the Client: Our client is a major UK integrated design-and-build provider in the water sector, delivering projects through long-term frameworks and joint ventures. They prioritise professional development, diversity, and a culture where people matter. Key Responsibilities: • Promote high safety and quality standards for direct and subcontracted teams, • Implement the BMS from tender handover to project completion, • Maintain strong client, supplier, and JV relationships, • Ensure sufficient trained personnel are available and aware of responsibilities, • Plan projects, approve Project Execution Plans, and monitor delivery, • Prepare and approve construction plans and method statements before work commences, • Complete and maintain project records at contract completion, • Report site non-conformities and estimate associated costs, • Manage commercial aspects proactively with accurate forecasts, • Apply project management practices from scheme conception to handover, • Maintain continuous professional development and industry awareness, • Represent the business professionally and uphold confidentiality, • Understand and implement quality, safety, and environmental policies, • Ensure customer requirements are met to enhance satisfaction, • Maintain knowledge of technical disciplines related to water and wastewater design and build projects What Our Client is Looking For: Essential: • Project management experience managing multi-disciplinary design & construction projects, ideally in the water sector, • Degree or equivalent in construction, engineering, or commercial discipline, • Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or equivalent, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, • Delivery-driven with ability to manage teams to time, cost, and quality targets, • Knowledge of Construction Contracts (NEC/IChemE) and ability to negotiate/administer, • Risk & Opportunity management experience, • Experience in water and wastewater treatment projects, • Chartered with an engineering, commercial, or construction institution, • NEC Project Manager Accreditation Technical Competencies (Advanced): Contract management, governance, budgeting, risk/opportunity management, project planning, digital delivery, procurement, design development, client/stakeholder/conflict management, resource management, change management, quality management Behavioural Competencies (Advanced): Communication, collaboration, client focus, results-driven, integrity, coaching, leadership What Our Client Offers: • Competitive salary, • Hybrid working (role-dependent), • Car or car allowance (role-dependent), • 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy 5 extra), • Pension scheme, • Life assurance, • Health insurance & private medical insurance, • Additional perks: cycle-to-work scheme, discounts hub, Kids Pass, and more Eligibility: You must have the legal right to work in the UK. Opportunity for Growth: This role provides clear career progression in a major UK infrastructure provider with exposure to multi-disciplinary water-sector projects, professional development, and leadership opportunities.

Role: Bid Manager Location: Medway, Kent Salary: £Neg depending on experience Company Description: Our client is a leading provider of passive fire protection services, catering to both private and public sectors. They manufacture, supply, and install high-quality certified fire doors and door sets, ensuring complete compliance and peace of mind for our clients. The company offer a comprehensive range of services including fire door manufacturing, bespoke design, fire stopping, surveys, and maintenance. As trusted members of major fire industry accreditation bodies, all of their products and installations are certified, providing 100% accountability throughout the project's lifecycle. Bid Manager Role Description: The Bid Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management, preparation, and submission of bids. You will oversee the bid processes, write proposals, and ensure compliance with client requirements. The Bid Manager will collaborate with various internal teams to gather necessary information and ensure timely and accurate bid submissions. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines. Bid Manager Qualifications: Experience in Bid Preparation, Bid Management, and Bid Writing skills Proficiency in Proposal Management and Bid Processes Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred Experience in the fire protection or construction industry is a plus Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on 01474 850707. Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. TPBN1_UKTJ

Client Proposals Specialist Location : UK Wide. Homebased with requirement to attend occasional site meetings. Salary : Up to £48,000 DOE + Bonus Contract : Full time, Permanent Benefits : 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, Holiday buy and sell scheme, Private health insurance, Pension contribution, Employee referral scheme, Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, Eye test vouchers and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). We are DEKRA UK, part of a global organisation employing over 49,000 people in more than 60 countries! In the UK, we deliver a wide range of services spanning many industries, including automotive, oil and gas, insurance and chemical and process safety. As a Proposals Specialist, you will be part of a growing consulting division within DEKRA that specialises in helping clients to improve their organisational culture and operational environment in order to work more safely and achieve higher performance. You will play a strategic role in developing client proposals across the UK and EMEA regions. You will also be part of and supported by the global OSR Proposals Team based in the United States. You will collaborate closely with Business Development and Sales teams, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and persuasiveness of proposal content. This role is integral to DEKRA's largest opportunities, acting as a trusted partner in complex scoping and pricing processes. As our Client Proposals Specialist you will: Partner with Business Development to craft compelling, client-focused proposals. Strategise and articulate solutions aligned with client objectives. Ensure proposals meet legal and pricing standards, protecting DEKRA's interests. Lead responses to formal RFPs, managing timelines, contributors, and final submissions. Coordinate with internal departments (Finance, HR, Legal, etc.) for non-standard terms. Support continuous improvement of proposal processes and resources. In order to be successful in this role you must have: Minimum 6 years of experience in proposal development, preferably in professional services. University degree or equivalent work experience. Exceptional editorial skills with attention to detail in grammar, layout, and presentation. Strong strategic thinking, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience with CRM systems like Salesforce or SAP is a plus. Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Collaborative mindset with cultural awareness and client-service orientation. Commitment to continuous learning and innovation. Flexibility to work outside standard UK hours during high-priority deadlines. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on APPLY today! No agencies please. TPBN1_UKTJ