199 Best recruitment manager Jobs in Birmingham (November 2025)

Corporate Audit Senior Associate

2 days ago

Birmingham

About Crowe Crowe is a leading national audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm with global reach and local expertise. We are an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the top 10 accounting networks in the world, with access to more than 40,000 people in over 140+ countries and across more than 800+ offices globally. Our vision is to be recognised as essential to the future success of our clients by helping them to answer tomorrow’s questions and make smart decisions that have lasting value through the highest quality audit, tax, advisory and consulting services. Crowe is where talented people can realise their potential, are successful and enjoy what they do by making a positive difference to our clients, communities and each other. At Crowe, our aim is to create a community where regardless of gender, identity, sexuality, race, ethnicity, education or background, everyone is valued, can flourish and achieve their full potential. Due to continued growth in our Midlands office, we are recruiting a qualified Senior Associate, Audit to join our audit/assurance team. You will be responsible for the delivery of client based assignments, ensuring the team’s audit work and reporting is of high quality. This role will include leading and coaching team members as well as managing relationships with clients. The person in this role will also contribute to the success of our business unit, which will involve wider business and people development. There will be opportunity to work on advisory engagements, on both our audit and non-audit clients. The Role Requirements • ACA/ACCA/CA qualification (essential)., • Significant auditing and accounting experience (ideally UKGAAP)., • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel., • A passion for client service., • Display energy and enthusiasm and a focus on achieving results., • A keenness to further your own personal development and career goals. Your People Responsibilities • Demonstrating personal commitment to work and team success; showing positive attitude and enthusiasm for work and taking initiative to improve process/situations when appropriate., • Consistently treating colleagues with fairness and respect, helping to provide opportunities for everyone to contribute and succeed., • Providing and being receptive to regular and constructive feedback that improves self and others. Continually developing skills and knowledge., • Influencing, changing and shaping the direction of a particular activity, either internally and/or externally., • Coaching junior members of staff through sharing experience and knowledge appropriately., • Providing on-the-job training for developing auditing skills and familiarity with the firm’s audit methodology., • Participating in service line, office and firm wide activities. Your Direct Client Responsibilities • Acting as the first point of contact for our clients on a day-to-day basis., • Demonstrating excellent writing, research and presentation skills (proficient in power point, excel and word)., • Anticipating client needs, and communicating effectively with clients in both written and verbal exchanges., • Acting at all times with the Firm’s best interests in mind. Acts with integrity in all dealings., • Assisting in the planning, execution and finalisation of all areas of the audit assignment for manager or partner review, providing solutions and seeking input for areas of concern and judgement., • Demonstrating an understanding of the different types of risk, understanding the Firm’s approach and policies for managing risk in relevant business and applicable legal and regulatory rules and following policies., • Considering and managing risk (reputational, operational and credit) in all interactions with clients., • Showing a sense of urgency and understanding of how their work (including speed, attention to detail, and quality) impacts the Firm’s ability to serve clients., • Producing work for the Manager and/or Partner review, clearly highlighting issues and providing potential solutions to issues identified., • Demonstrating business development skills an identifying additional sales opportunities., • Demonstrating an application and solution-based approach to problem solving, referred to for research on delivery of solutions in that field on client assignments., • Identifying areas requiring improvement in the client’s business processes and possible recommendations and prepare and deliver Audit Findings Reports to be provided to the client., • Taking primary responsibility for monitoring progress against budget, and when the actual differs from the budget then gain a full understanding for the Manager. Although the majority of your time will be spent servicing clients in the Midlands, at times, there is a requirement to support the other UK offices. Qualities we are looking for • Ability to execute work efficiently, delivering excellent service and bringing the full breadth of Crowe UK’s capability to support our clients., • Act as a role model for more junior members of the team, providing on-the-job coaching., • Adhere to the firm’s risk management policies at all times., • Deliver work to the highest quality., • Solid understanding and application of UKGAAP accounting fundamentals and applications; proficient in basic technical techniques (valuations, modelling, spreadsheets)., • Ability to provide fast and intuitive analysis; correctly interpreting data, including financial statements and source documents., • Demonstration of the ability to effectively manage the audit process with appropriate consideration of audit risk issues and accounting technical matters., • The ability to lead and manage fieldwork on clients’ sites, including liaison with other departments to ensure the smooth delivery of the Audit process. Why choose Crowe? At Crowe we understand that it is often the culture and values of a firm that are most important when looking for a new workplace. Whether you’re working in statutory audit, corporate tax or you’re a marketing or HR specialist, we place our people at the centre of everything that we do; promoting a collaborative, inclusive and friendly culture while remaining passionate about supporting and developing our people as they build their careers. We listen to our people and adapt to their changing needs alongside the needs of our growing business. We invest in our people to help them be the best they can be. We value new ideas and innovation, and welcome people who are committed to making a difference by delivering excellent services to our people, clients and communities. At Crowe, you will find the specialist knowledge, the resources and the commitment to help you build a satisfying and rewarding career, with continued learning and development, highly competitive salaries and flexible benefits. We want to create the best environment for our people to grow and thrive and recognise the importance of offering a flexible approach to our working environment, which we would be happy to discuss with you further. Crowe is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in recruitment and employment. We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings to our organisation, driving effectiveness in our teams and providing our clients with a quality service. Entry and progression within the firm is determined solely by the application of objective criteria, personal performance and merit which is supported by a clearly defined career pathway..

Head of Fundraising and Communications

8 days ago

Birmingham

Job Title: Head of Fundraising and Communications Salary: £67,500 per annum (+ 15% ILW if appropriate) Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week, open to discuss 0.8FTE Location: Birmingham, Liverpool, London or Newcastle Contract Type: 12-month Fixed Term Contract, starting as soon as possible Reports to: Director of Fundraising and External Affairs The Charity Suicide is the leading cause of death of men under 35 and three quarters of those who die by suicide are men. James’ Place exists to save the lives of men in suicidal crisis through delivering clinical services. We are a charity currently offering free, life-saving therapy to suicidal men at our centres in Liverpool, London and Newcastle. James’ Place was set up by Clare Milford Haven and Nick Wentworth-Stanley in 2008 after their twenty-one-year-old son, James, died by suicide ten days after a minor operation. James had no history of mental illness or depression and had sought urgent help for anxiety and suicidal thoughts but didn’t find it. James' Place was set up to make the experience of finding help as easy as possible. We offer men who are experiencing a suicidal crisis a brief, intensive, therapeutic intervention in a safe environment. Men who walk through the door at James’ Place will be in a space where they feel valued and respected. We provide a calm and peaceful environment both inside the centres and in our outside spaces, accessible to men who visit us as well as their friends and families. We have so far treated over 4,300 men who might otherwise have been unable to access the support they desperately need. In early 2026 we will be opening our fourth centre in Birmingham. Our new centre in Birmingham will be there to support suicidal men living in the West Midlands. The Opportunity This is a pivotal role in an expanding and dynamic organisation. The Head of Fundraising and Communications will be responsible for the development, implementation and monitoring of our fundraising and communications activity. They will be part of the newly adjusted senior management team of the charity and will work with the Director of Fundraising and External Affairs to ensure the growth and overall effectiveness and sustainability of the organisation. Overarching priorities • Senior Management Team – building a high performing and mutually supportive SMT, • Strategic direction, • To create a new and updated overall fundraising strategy, focusing on both growth and sustainability., • To bring managers through that process and involve them in the strategy development, making sure that the team is effective and supported., • To keep the relationship with the Trustees in a strategic space, whilst maintaining mutual trust and support., • Ensure that systems, processes and regulations are working and being followed effectively., • To lead and inspire the fundraising and communications team to deliver on our core appeal and sustainable fundraising, and to deliver high quality comms and the brand project., • To ensure that recruitment happens in a timely and effective manner, minimising gaps in the team., • To lead the team in a constructive and supportive way, ensuring that everyone is clear on their objectives and focus, and has the direction they need to succeed., • To develop a narrative around fundraising and set a supportive tone, whilst focusing on excellence and achieving our goals., • To develop personal impact, communicating the successes and challenges of the team., • To continue to build structures around fundraising, including the Appeal Board and local supporter networks., • To play a key leadership role in SMT, stepping up with colleagues to work as an autonomous and mutually supportive group., • To ensure that relationship management best practice and tools are adopted and used across the team. The Head of Fundraising and Communications must be a self-motivated, driven individual, with a clear passion for the work we do. This is a role with significant strategic and delivery responsibilities, and enormous opportunities for growth and self-development as the charity progresses to delivering our work on a national scale to help men in suicidal crisis. The Head of Fundraising and Communications will work closely in the senior management team and with the Director of Fundraising and External Affairs. They need to be attuned to the sensitivities of senior relationships and excited by the prospect of networking and representing our charity externally, in partnership with our Director of Fundraising and External Affairs. Key Responsibilities Strategy • Develop the fundraising and communications strategies to meet the aspirations of the organisation, providing essential funding for new centres, securing revenue income to ensure sustainability, ensuring the right people know about our work, how to seek help and how to support the charity., • Finalise the delivery of the existing fundraising appeal and continue to diversify income streams., • Lead and manage delivery of a stewardship strategy for existing and future donors at all levels, and an ambassadors programme as part of an awareness raising strategy., • Take responsibility for reviewing and updating a compelling and engaging fundraising case for support, ensuring that it is adapted as the organisation develops., • Work with the clinical and delivery teams to demonstrate the impact of our work to donors, volunteers and potential donors., • Work with fundraising and communications colleagues to build a suite of materials and collateral to support our case and demonstrate our impact., • Evaluate and monitor fundraising and communications activity and identify opportunities for growth and improvement., • Deliver a programme of fundraising activity to meet agreed targets, objectives and KPIs in line with the fundraising strategy., • Grow and maintain a network of donors and volunteer supporters and influencers, maintaining and developing relationships to support income growth and demonstrating and communicating our impact., • Oversee reporting systems to monitor and evaluate progress against agreed financial targets and KPIs., • Manage annual budgets for fundraising activities., • Ensure relevant policies and procedures are in place to ensure all fundraising activities comply with relevant regulations and best practice guideline., • Work with colleagues across the organisation to develop fundraising skills and competence amongst key service delivery staff and to amplify fundraising., • Work closely with the Director of Fundraising and External Affairs, Executive Leadership Team and Senior Management Team to deliver our strategy and business plans to meet our charitable objectives., • Play a senior role in the organisation, offering support and demonstrating leadership across the charity, helping colleagues to grow and develop., • Recognise the value of review and evaluation and contribute to the on-going development of James’ Place as a respected, effective and sustainable charity., • Work with the team to build our understanding of men in suicidal crisis and how suicidal behaviour develops. Essential • A very strong track record of fundraising in the charity sector, ideally with experience securing gifts at a six figure + level, and experience of at least one of corporate, statutory, legacies, community and individual giving., • Demonstrable personal experience of developing and managing relationships with donors., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the confidence to engage and build multiple relationships with stakeholders and partners at the highest level, able to communicate persuasively with passion and integrity., • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and connect with people., • Excellent team management experience., • Practical, resilient, unflappable; an innovator, open to exploring new ways of working, • Constructive and collaborative attitude, able to problem solve while working at pace and with drive and ambition., • A team player, willing to “muck in” and take on additional responsibilities when needed., • Experience of working with complex data and research findings to extrapolate key messages to create compelling cases for support or to communicate the impact of interventions., • Experience of working with SMT to influence change., • Understanding of suicide prevention and/or other complex and highly sensitive issues., • A 7% employer contributory pension scheme, • Family friendly policies, • Death in service insurance scheme To apply, please submit your CV with a cover letter of up to 2 sides of A4 explaining why you are applying for this role. It is important to demonstrate you have the essential knowledge, skills and experience we are looking for in your CV and cover letter. Closing date: Midday on Monday 1st December First round interviews will be held virtually on Thursday 11th and Friday 12th December. James’ Place is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. Our aim is that no job applicant, temporary worker or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender and transgender status, race and ethnicity, religion and belief (including no belief), marriage or civil partnership status or sexual orientation. If you have a disability or health conditions which means you'd benefit from any adjustments to the interview process to help you perform at your best, please do let us know in advance. Any job offers made are subject to the receipt of two relevant satisfactory employment references. We expect this to include one from your most recent or current employer. Any job offers made are also subject to a satisfactory DBS check and a Right to Work in the UK check.

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