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Operations Manager Competitive salary Full or part time hours Some hybrid working available with 3 -4 days in the office Location: Colchester We are seeking an experienced and adaptable Operations Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day running of a growing professional services business. Working closely with the Managing Director, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the organisation operates smoothly, efficiently and to a consistently high standard. This is a wide-ranging position that will suit someone who enjoys variety and responsibility, with involvement across operations, finance, business development, marketing and people management. The Role Key responsibilities will include: • Business operations - managing and refining internal systems, processes and workflows to support effective day-to-day delivery, • Financial administration - overseeing invoicing and cashflow, liaising with external accountants and supporting regular financial reporting, • Business development support - assisting with delivery of the business plan, coordinating tenders and nurturing client relationships, • Marketing coordination - leading the implementation of the marketing plan, including website...

Purchase Ledger Assistant – Temporary (Part-Time) Colchester, CO3 15 hours per week 4-week temporary assignment £14.00 – £15.00 per hour Fully office-based | Free on-site parking We’re currently recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to support a busy finance team on a short-term temporary basis. This role is ideal for someone with recent purchase ledger or accounts payable experience who can hit the ground running. Key responsibilities include: Processing supplier invoices Matching invoices to POs and delivery notes Posting invoices and credits to the purchase ledger Resolving supplier and internal queries Assisting with supplier statement reconciliations About you: Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable role Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy Confident using accounting systems and Excel Able to work independently and manage workload Immediate or short-notice availability preferred.Email to ...

Claims Advisor Location: Colchester (office-based; hybrid working available after probation)Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annumHours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pmRequirement: Must be able to drive Overview The Claims Advisor is responsible for managing legal expenses insurance claims from initial notification through to settlement, ensuring claims are handled efficiently, compliantly and with a strong focus on customer service. Claims may include personal injury (motor and non-motor), employment, contract disputes, property, landlord and tenant matters, clinical negligence and criminal prosecution. You do not need prior experience in the insurance or legal sector - full training and ongoing support will be provided. This role is well suited to graduates or candidates looking to build a long-term career in claims or insurance. What is involved • Manage new and ongoing legal expenses insurance claims in line with policy terms and service standards, • Assess policy coverage and prospects of success, clearly explaining decisions to customers where claims are declined, • Liaise with policyholders, solicitors and internal teams to progress claims efficiently, • Appoint solicitors, agree instructions and monitor costs w...

Residential Conveyancing Fee Earner/ Head of Department - Colchester.Looking to progress your career or move to a larger firm? I am pleased to be working for an established business who through sustainable growth, have an opportunity for an experienced.Conveyancing Fee Earner to take a lead role in

CONVEYANCING FEE EARNER/PARALEGAL - COLCHESTER & CHELMSFORD.Looking for a high profile firm that will offer a training contract? I am pleased to be working for an established, regional, agile practice who through sustainable growth, has an opportunity for an experienced Fee Earner or Assistant.O

Opportunity to join an established firm with a superb reputation looking for a Family Solicitor/Legal Executive with two years experience in this area of law. You will be responsible for private family matters, predominately matrimonial as well as Providing legal advice to clients on divorce, financ

Litigation Paralegal - Colchester - SQE Support. Opportunity to join an established firm with a superb reputation looking for a Litigation Paralegal with experience in this area of law.

Strong understanding of marketing principles, with confidence working across multiple channels.

Are you looking for a firm that will support you with further training and specialist courses? Looking to take more responsibility or just progress your law career? I am pleased to be working with large, agile and long established firm who have an opportunity that will offer a path to Partner with

Client Manager / Portfolio Manager / General Practice Manager. Reed Practice has been engaged to identify an individual who will play a key role in client management, service delivery and, if desired, the ongoing strategic leadership of the practice. Opportunity to shape the future of the practice,

You will play a vital part in ensuring accurate, timely financial information for a broad mix of clients.

Opportunity to join an established firm with a superb reputation looking for a Family Paralegal with two years experience in this area of law.You will be responsible for private family matters, predominately matrimonial as well as Providing legal advice to clients on divorce, financial agreements, s

Reed in Colchester are delighted to be supporting our client seeking a highly organised Sales Administrator to support their busy sales function on a 6-month fixed term contract. You’ll play a key role in keeping orders moving, supporting customers, and ensuring a smooth process from enquiry

Reed Recruitment are looking for an Assembly/Warehouse Operative to work for our client based in Halstead.This is a permanent position with full time hours, Monday to Thursday, paying £25,396 per annum.Picking/Packing/Locating and Relocating stock.Having past experience working in a warehouse/

SEN Teaching Assistant – Specialist Free School Setting (Witham Area) Location: Witham, EssexHours: 32.5 hours per week (term time)Contract: Full-timeStart: ASAP About the School We are recruiting on behalf of a highly specialist free school that provides a radically different approach to SEND education for children and young people aged 4–19. The school supports pupils with autism and complex learning difficulties, many of whom have significant communication needs and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). The school delivers a fully individualised curriculum, with bespoke timetables tailored to each learner’s needs. The focus is on developing communication, independence, and essential life skills in a meaningful and structured way. With a strong emphasis on happiness, independence and respect, staff work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure every pupil can access learning and achieve positive outcomes. The Role As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with learning disabilities (LD) and complex needs on a 1:1 and small group basis. You will: • Provide tailored support to pupils with autism and associated learning difficulties, • Assist in delivering personalised learning programmes, • Support the development of communication, social interaction and life skills, • Help manage behaviours positively and proactively, • Work closely with teachers, therapists and wider staff teams, • Create a safe, structured and engaging learning environment Requirements • Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities (LD) (education, care or support work backgrounds considered), • Patient, resilient and empathetic approach, • Strong teamwork and communication skills, • A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs Desirable: • Enhanced DBS on update service (ideal but not essential) What’s on Offer • Opportunity to work in a highly specialist, supportive SEND environment, • Ongoing training and development within SEND and behaviour support, • A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day, • Collaborative and passionate staff team Apply Now If you are a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant or support worker looking to work in a school where every child’s learning journey is truly personalised, we would love to hear from you.

Job Description: Senior Bookkeeper Location: Colchester (Office-based)Type: Permanent (Full-time or Part-time) Role Overview The Senior Bookkeeper will be responsible for overseeing a wide range of financial and bookkeeping activities. The role requires a high level of accuracy, professionalism, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. Key Responsibilities • Maintain accurate financial records using double-entry bookkeeping, • Manage sales and purchase ledgers, • Prepare and submit VAT returns, • Monitor bank accounts and track cash flow, • Process and manage payroll, • Prepare monthly management accounts including profit & loss and balance sheet reports, • Oversee credit control processes, • Communicate professionally with internal teams and external stakeholders, • Carry out general administrative and finance-related tasks as required Candidate Requirements • Minimum AAT Level 3 qualification (or equivalent), • At least 3 years of practical bookkeeping experience, • Experience with accounting software (ideally Intact Xline), • Strong attention to detail and accuracy, • Excellent organisational and time management skills, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to work independently and adapt in a fast-paced environment Personal Attributes • Pr...

Progress Your Practice Career with a Firm That Truly Invests in You! Are you an AAT qualified or ACA/ACCA part-qualified Accountant working in a UK accountancy practice? Feeling like just another number in a large firm… or outgrowing your current role in a smaller one? What if you could join a firm where your development is prioritised, your voice is heard, and your progression is genuinely achievable? The Opportunity Reed Practice is proud to be working exclusively with a highly respected, independent accountancy firm in Suffolk. This is not just another role — it’s a career-defining opportunity within a growing, people-focused practice that combines: • The variety and progression of a larger firm* The support and culture of a close-knit team Due to continued growth, the Partners are now looking for an ambitious Semi Senior Accountant to join their expanding team. The Role Working alongside experienced profe...

Are you passionate about making a difference and helping others to fulfil their potential? Would you like to work in a role that puts the customer at the heart of everything we do, making a genuine positive impact? Then consider the role of Employment Adviser at Reed in Partnership! Please note, internal applications for this role close on 29/05/2026 Who we are: Reed in Partnership's Employability Division aims to positively transform lives by helping individuals who are unemployed, economically inactive, or facing challenges such as health conditions, disabilities, or caring responsibilities to find sustainable employment. Through a wide range of tailored support services including one-to-one careers guidance, CV writing, interview preparation, and skills training, we have supported over 250,000 people on their journey into work. Our Restart Scheme, funded by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), focuses specifically on supporting the long-term unemployed who are referred and mandated to the scheme by their local Job Centre Plus. We provide them with up to 12 months of personalised support to enter or re-enter the workforce. What is the role about? Employment Advisers are the front line of Reed in Partnership, directly contributing to our mission by supporting jobseekers (our participants), engaging wit...

Private Client Tax Assistant | Senior | Assistant Manager Are you experienced in preparing tax returns for private clients?Are you looking to join a firm that genuinely values its people—where you are recognised as an individual, not just another “number”? Our client is a highly respected, independent firm that offers the best of both worlds: large enough to support your career progression to the highest level, yet small enough to ensure you feel seen, supported, and valued. Due to continued growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen within their Private Client team at their Suffolk hub—a key focus area for the firm’s strategic expansion over the coming years. The Role The firm is open to candidates at Assistant (Semi Senior), Senior, or Assistant Manager level, depending on your experience and expertise. They take a long-term view of development, giving new team members the time and support to settle, grow, and progress through a structured development pathway where promotions are based on merit—not vacancy. Responsibilities will vary depending on level, but may include: • Managing a diverse portfolio of private clients, trusts, and estates from start to finish—including onboarding new clients with varying levels of complexity, • Delivering tax advisory work, with direct client i...

Estate Agency Partner • Annual Salary: £50,000+ (OTE), • Basic Salary: £25,000 to £27,500 (dependent on experience), • Location: Wivenhoe, • Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Join the UK’s leading Independent Estate Agency, as an Estate Agency Partner. This role offers a unique blend of a fully employed position with the flexibility of a self-employed model, allowing you to build a successful business in your local area. Day-to-day of the role: • Provide an end-to-end estate agency service from valuation to completion of sale., • Build and maintain strong local relationships to enhance business generation., • Market your personal brand effectively to raise brand awareness locally., • Offer exceptional customer service that leads to customer satisfaction and referrals. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Entrepreneurial spirit with a strong desire to be the best estate agent in your area., • Proven estate agency experience with a track record of successful sales., • Excellent marketing and business generation skills., • Strong communication and customer service skills., • Ability to manage your own diary to meet the needs of your customers. Benefits: • Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission and profit share., • Company car or car allowance., • Pension scheme., • Comprehensive trai...

I am excited to be recruiting a Learning Lead to join a progressive, people-focused organisation making a real difference across communities in Colchester. This role can either be as an interim or permanent opportunity. You’ll play a key part in shaping a positive learning culture, ensuring colleagues at all levels have access to high-quality development opportunities that help them succeed now and in the future. Key Responsibilities: Training Design & Delivery • Design, deliver and evaluate learning programmes covering leadership, management, personal development and coaching/mentoring., • Lead engaging and welcoming induction sessions for new starters., • Facilitate mandatory learning disability and autism training as required., • Create high-quality learning materials tailored to colleagues at different levels., • Plan and deliver training both in person and virtually, using appropriate tools and platforms. Leadership & Management Development • Develop impactful leadership and management development initiatives., • Support a coaching network, modelling high standards and best practice., • Deliver coaching and mentoring to colleagues at various stages of their career. Mandatory Training & Compliance • Monitor and maintain organisational compliance with mandatory training requirements., • Review and update ma...

Accountant working in a UK accountancy practice? Feeling like just another number in a large firm or outgrowing your current role in a smaller one? What if you could join a firm where your. Have experience working within a UK accountancy practice.

Senior QS role in Essex I'm currently working with a growing specialist construction company that delivers innovative environmentally sustainable solutions across high-profile, flagship projects in and around London. They're looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor on a permanent basis, working from their Essex office with occasional site visits. Reporting directly to the Director, you'll be a key part of a small, close‑knit, and expanding commercial team, with strong involvement in client management and commercial decision‑making. This role is ideal for someone from any construction background, also considering rail, civil engineering, or similar background, someone who wants to make an impact, take ownership, and grow with a business, rather than being lost in a larger organisation. Salary is up to £80,000 + package (DOE) - 21 days holiday, Christmas shut down, Car allowance, private healthcare, pension scheme. If you are ready to make a real difference and be part of a growing business, please do apply. Interviews are taking place on an as and when basis, so do apply soon to avoid disappointment. For more information or a confidential chat, please get in touch...

Complaints Investigator Hourly rate: £14.34 per hour PAYE Location: Pitsea, SS13 Job Type: Temporary (until 19th June 2026) Working Hours: Initially full-time in office, transitioning to hybrid (2 days in office, 3 days from home)We are seeking 5 Complaints Investigators to join a Contact Centre & Complaints department. This role is essential for investigating and resolving complaints raised by residents, ensuring fair and timely resolutions in compliance with the 2024 Housing Ombudsman Complaint Handling Code. The successful candidates will play a critical role in fostering a positive complaint-handling culture and maintaining strong relationships with residents. Day-to-day of the role: Conduct detailed investigations into resident complaints, ensuring all relevant information is gathered and analysed to provide fair resolutions. Work closely with internal teams and external contractors to gather evidence and resolve complaints. Ensure compliance with the Housing Ombudsman Complaint Handling Code and other regulatory requirements in all complaint-handling activities. Document all complaint-related interactions in the CRM system, ensuring transparency and accurate record-keeping. Provide feedback to management and other teams on recurring issues to drive service improvement and reduce complaint volumes.Required Skills & Qualifications Proven experience in a similar role within a contact centre or customer service environment. Preferred experience in a social housing or similar public sector service environment. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, across telephone and digital platforms. Organisational and time management skills, with the ability to deliver against SLAs. Proficient in CRM systems, contact centre software (Genesys), and digital communication tools. Demonstrable experience of working in a complaint setting. Excellent knowledge of the Housing Ombudsman Complaint Handling Code.To apply for the Complaints Investigator position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience

Full-Time or Part-Time | Permanent.Control Systems Engineer | Siemens | TIA Portal | PLC Programming | Automation.My client is a growing industrial automation and control systems business looking to appoint a Control Systems Engineer as part of a major growth phase within the company.This role offer

Transport Systems & Change Specialist (MTC / Local Authority) Leicester - Remote (with occasional on-site travel) £450/day (Umbrella) 3-Month Contract (Initial) We are supporting a large public sector organisation in delivering key improvements across their school transport systems and processes.Th

Owen Reed is looking for a Document Production Specialist for a top international law firm in London.

Payroll Team Lead Location: Chard Salary: £40,000 Working pattern: Full time or part time considered Working style: Office based initially with hybrid working available after 6 months We are currently working with a well-established organisation who are looking to appoint an experienced Payroll Tea

Competitive and dependant on experience.Are you a CIPD-qualified professional with a passion for developing others? Join our team as a.Associate Diploma in People Management and helping them achieve success through high-quality teaching, guidance, and assessment.You will deliver engaging, learner-fo

Behind every police officer on the streets of London is a network of buildings, bases and workplaces that make their work possible.Assistant Head of Engagement & Estate Strategy.Metropolitan Police estate—so it works smarter, performs better and supports modern policing across London.If you’re p

Reed Specialist Recruitment is seeking an experienced Electrician for a full-time position in South West, UK, with an annual salary ranging from £39,000 to £41,000.

Reed's education division is one of the UK’s fastest growing education recruitment agencies, providing expertise in primary, secondary, SEN and further education to schools, colleges, local authorities, and educational organisations. Reed's education division was founded over 25 years ago and we h

REED Technology are looking for a proactive and hands‑on ICT Technician to join a well‑established education trust supporting multiple academies.

Telesales Executive - Shoeburyness.Are you ambitious, money-motivated, and passionate about sales? Join my client's high-performing Sales team in Shoeburyness and play a key role in winning new business and building lasting customer relationships.You will be responsible for outbound sales, qualifyin

Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum.An established food manufacturing operation is seeking a Quality Supervisor to support site quality standards and food safety performance.Reporting into the Quality Assurance Manager, this role is responsible for leading quality activities on site and supervisin

Reed is recruiting an experienced Bookkeeper to join an independent chartered certified accountancy firm based in Colchester, UK.

A prominent recruitment agency in London is seeking an International Sales Administrator to provide essential administrative support, liaising with international sales agents and customers.The role combines organization and customer service, requiring strong communication skills.The successful candi

Cyber Governance Risk and Compliance Manager.Contract Duration: Until 13 November 2027.Location: Hybrid (2 days onsite - office based in London or Sheffield).We are seeking an experienced Cyber Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) Manager to join our team.This role involves driving risk assurance, c

Reed Specialist Recruitment is seeking a Quality Supervisor in Cornwall to oversee quality standards in a food manufacturing operation.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for maintaining the sales ledger and ensuring timely collection of outstanding payments to support cash flow and minimise risk.Maintaining the sales ledger and ensuring records are accurate and up to date.Opening new customer accounts an

Job DescriptionTest Centre AssociateAre you passionate about providing excellent customer service?Would you like a role that enables you to meet and help new people every day?Then consider the position of Test Centre Associate - Leicester at Reed in Partnership!Our DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards

Reed is seeking a Teacher of Science in East London to inspire students and deliver engaging Science lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential for KS5 teaching.

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking a Float Legal Secretary for a top law firm in London.This hybrid position requires strong Family Law experience and offers support across various departments.The role includes high-quality secretarial and administrative functions, managing workflows for fe

A leading law firm in London is seeking an Administrator to provide high-quality office and document support.In this hybrid role, you will work three days in the office and two from home, supporting legal and business services teams.Key responsibilities include document management and operational su

Reed is seeking a Telesales Executive in Shoeburyness to join their high-performing Sales team.

Work closely with Service Delivery to ensure operational readiness, service acceptance criteria, and support models are agreed and met.

Reed is seeking a Recruitment Consultant for their Charity & Not-for-Profit division in Greater London.