Senior policy officer jobs in United Kingdom

Farla Medical was established in 2002 and is today is recognised as a prominent UK supplier to GPs, Clinic and Hospitals (Private and NHS). Distributing over 20,000 branded consumables and equipment, Farla is also a leading manufacturer of over 700+ of their own brand label medical supplies lines including everyday consumables, surgical instrument packs and care products (including MediRange, EconoTest and Instramed). Job Title / Department Junior Credit Controller Reporting to: Accounts Department Farla Medical was founded in 2002 to develop, manufacture and distribute medical supplies (consumables and equipment) • precision instrument production • quality clinical governance • excellent customer service • competitive pricing • fast efficient delivery to GPs, Clinics, Hospitals (Private and NHS). "Farla Always Delivers"​. Today Farla is recognised as a leading UK supplier and manufacturer of medical supplies and care products supplying over 10,000 products and manufacturing 700+ own label lines through MediRange, EconoTest and InstraMed umbrella brands. "Farla. Excellence Delivered”. Our Requirements We are looking for a Junior Credit Controller and offer a fantastic opportunity for a highly commercial and enthusiastic individual ideally with 1-3 years’ experience in a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution sector to join our Finance team (medical supplies sector would be desirable but not essential). Highly motivated and with excellent people skills you are looking to take the next big step to be part of re-structuring of our Finance Department and growth of a leading UK Medical Supplies company and influence the future of how our business runs and our Company grows. Overview You will already have experiences in a Credit Controller role. Working within the Finance Dept and closely with Senior Management, Purchasing and the Customer Service Teams, this role will suit a highly organised individual with multi-tasking ability who is able to work with a variety of people and work to financial timelines and objectives. Your qualities will include strong analytical and excel skills, self-starter and ability to use your initiative. Your main responsibilities are the Provision of Credit Controller Services Working alongside the Finance team members to free up their time to add value: General accounting duties including posting invoices / accounts payable / receivable Reconciling accounts and do the same for the month end for the whole debtor ledger Additional bank reconciliation / Amazon Reconciliation Credit cards reconciliation and CC payments (credit/ debits) Posting information to accounting journals or accounting software from such source documents Follow-up / debt chasing payments / monies owed (below a certain amount) Maintain complete sets of financial records / keep track of accounts, Reconciliation of accounts to ensure their accuracy The Services will also include any other tasks which the Parties may agree on Liaising with management accounts team to ensure correct reporting of sales reports, margin and costs Understanding of the CRM / financial reporting system (Khaos) and liaising with the internal support providers for specific requirements / needs Work in line with agreed KPIs, standards, policies and regulations Required skills & experience: Minimum 1-3+ years’ work experience Numerate with excellent attention to detail. Excellent data input skills. Part Qualified/Passed Finalists – CIMA/ACCA Experienced IT capabilities including Microsoft Office suite / Outlook with strong Excel skills Prior use of Sage or other CRM Sales Management System (desirable) – we currently use Khaos (training will be given) Behavioural: Self-starter with willingness to assume responsibility and take charge Good time-management and multi-tasking skills with the ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and manage workloads Motivated to bring new ideas and best practice to the team and company Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work in a team-oriented environment as a key player Self-motivated, confident and focused approach to get the job done Ability to work under pressure (and remain calm) and easily adapt to changing priorities and demands Committed, punctual and reliable Great negotiating and customer service skills as role requires regular internal and external communication

We are an international trading company dealing in luxury goods and having a real estate agency and property investment business in the UK. We are looking at having an in house legal counsel and establish a law firm in dealing with all legal aspects of commercial and property matters. The company is able to offer hardworking and ambitious candidate a platform and roadmap for career progression, which includes a route to partnership. The company has a strong desire to build the law practice with other talented and carefully selected professionals over time to support growth. Key Skills & Requirements: · UK Qualified Solicitor with significant demonstrable experience in at least one of (1) commercial (2) property; or (3) immigration - and at least some experience in all three areas. · Legal experience · Strong communication . Self initiative . Performance driven Salary: Depending on credentials, experience, performance and ability. Additional benefits can include a percentage, bonus, private health and dental insurance, subsidised gym membership. Company believes in fair and good remuneration package based on revenues generated. Job description About the role: Working closely with the Directors and the senior leadership team, you will provide legal support, direction and implement on all actions required in matters for the group and for client’s introduced, referred and those new clients requiring services can offer. You will advise the business on a wide range of matters and you will, amongst other things: · Draft, review, amend and negotiate commercial property leases, supplier agreements, customer terms and conditions and internal and external policies; · Advise the HR and management teams on employee relations matters such as grievances, disciplinaries and performance management with a pragmatic and commercial approach; · Ensure compliance with all data laws and regulations including GDPR and Data Protection Act and liaising with the ICO where relevant; · Manage all group litigation; · Keep the Directors and the relevant business functions updated on any relevant legal and regulatory changes that they need to be mindful of; · Advise and manage on all aspects of M&A and financing; and · Manage external legal counsel as and when required. Responsibilities Work can be split into contentious legal work, which involves resolving disputes, and non-contentious legal work, which covers legal aspects of a client's business or personal issues. Whichever type of work you undertake, you'll need to: meet and interview clients to establish the firm's suitability to provide the necessary advice and services, based on the firm's specialism and likely cost take a client's instructions advise a client on the law and legal issues relating to their case draft documents, letters and contracts tailored to the client's individual needs negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives research and analyse documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedure supervise the implementation of agreements coordinate the work of all parties involved correspond with clients and opposing solicitors attend meetings and negotiations with opposing parties act on behalf of clients in disputes and represent them in court, or at tribunals, if necessary instruct barristers or specialist advocates to appear in court for the client in complex disputes prepare papers for court work in a team, sometimes referring cases to the head of department supervise and delegate work to trainee solicitors, paralegals and legal secretaries as appropriate arrange and attend further client meetings where necessary to progress with the case and finalise documentation check all documentation prior to signing and implementing calculate claims for damages, compensation, maintenance, etc carry out administrative duties, e.g. completing time sheets so that charges for work can be calculated and billing clients for work done on their behalf take referrals from other firms of solicitors when a conflict of interest arises or if they have no specialist practitioner available keep up to date with changes and developments in the law by reading journals and law reports. Work Location: In person as and remote possibility. Working hours You'll normally work 40 hours a week. However, working longer working hours is not unusual and some roles will involve some evening and weekend work. It would not be uncommon or more likely to work unsocial, longer than usual hours and as required. Working hours can be unpredictable as you need to be flexible to meet clients' needs. Part-time work and career breaks are sometimes possible, but you'll need to keep up to date with changes to the law. Hybrid work - spending some time working from home and some in the office - could also be possible.

We have an exciting opportunity to work for a rapidly growing bookkeeping and management consultancy company with an extensive portfolio of clients from different company sizes. We are looking for a full-time office/business support manager with a strong financial and bookkeeping skill set to look after both, the general accounting and financial management of the business as well as the day-to-day tasks of managing a busy consultation company. These will be the core tasks but it will also mean carrying out general office manager tasks. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of other office staff members. You will be expected to thrive from having a varied workload and being happy to assist in other financial and non-financial duties as required. Strong organisational skills are essential for this role as well as a willingness to work towards the company's rapid growth. The role: Specific activities will include (but not be restricted to) - Developing and implementing financial and operational strategies to optimize profitability, and efficiency, and support company objectives. - Planning work schedules, delegating responsibilities and assigning tasks effectively. - Managing correspondence and inquiries related to accounting records, financial position and sales data. - Ensuring that the latest version of policies and standards are approved before effectively publishing these. - Ensuring administration and departmental activities are in line with the latest standards. - Planning, organising and coordinating activities and resources across other offices, including preparing and managing budgets, forecasts, and financial reports with accuracy and timeliness. - Conducting thorough analysis to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities. - Monitoring cash flow, liquidity, and financial performance metrics, providing actionable recommendations. - Overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions to ensure efficiency and compliance. - Manage relationships with external stakeholders. - Lead and mentor team members, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and growth, - Controlling purchases, managing purchase orders, and overseeing invoice management and bank reconciliation. - Liaise with team members to provide accurate cost information, assist in quotation preparation, - Recording and monitoring office expenditure and budget management, including expense management, petty cash, and staff overtime. - Assist the Director and Senior Management Team in all high-level financial management and decision-making. Personal Profile and Essential Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; - Proven experience (5+ years) in a management role, - Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate insights effectively. - Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and budgeting tools - Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams. - Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. - Results-oriented mindset, with a focus on driving continuous improvement and achieving business objectives. - High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail, with a commitment to upholding ethical standards. - Highly organised, and commercially responsible, able to manage sensitive data confidentially. - Excellent administration and communication skills, both written and verbal, with a high level of attention to detail. - Flexible working attitude, with a can-do team player approach. - Proficient in MS Office applications. - Must be proficient in the use of Xero accounting for both data entry and analysis and bookkeeping. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday (37.5 hours) Education: Diploma of Higher Education (required) Experience: Management, 5 years (required) Work Location: In person Application Deadline: 29/03/2024

Headquartered in London, CACI Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of CACI International Inc., a publicly listed company on the NYSE with annual revenue in excess of US $6.2bn and employing approx. 22,000 people worldwide. CACI Ltd is an international data and technology consultancy with £154m turnover and 1100 employees. We are passionate, progressive and unafraid of challenge; our mission is to use technology and data-driven insight to make a commercial difference. We provide expert advice and hands-on system management to help our national and global clients get the most from technology and data. We use innovation wisely to deliver well thought-out digital solutions and software. The role of the HR Officer is vital in ensuring a consistent employee experience at CACI. This role supports the two HR Managers with general HR duties, including disciplinary, grievance, absence meetings, DBS/Screening and ensuring our work complements the work within the Business Units and adds value in terms of perception, actions, and communication. As a small team everyone is expected to be hands on and do whatever is required, you will be expected to provide first class support to our internal stakeholders and our employees. CACI operates a hybrid working pattern with a general requirement of three days per week in the office. Job Duties Onboarding: Carry out DBS/Screening processes when due, ensuring that the company is always compliant. Pro-actively seek to mitigate any potential delays in processing candidates / employee files, seek solutions and keep key stakeholders up to date on any delays in the process which may affect the provisional start date. Manage and conduct weekly new starter inductions. Policies and Guidelines: Ensure compliance with UK employment law, regulations, and company policies. Contribute to the formulation of HR policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with CACI values and ethos. You will actively promote corporate policies and cultivate a positive work atmosphere. Drafting routine correspondence and document templates (e.g. forms, letters, checklists, spreadsheets, emails etc) Employee Relations: Collate and analyse key data and present reports in a user-friendly and professional manner. Collate and produce administration packs for cases - investigations, disciplinary, grievances and employment tribunals. Organise meetings in relation to case management - e.g. booking rooms, ensuring that all attendees have the meeting details, sending out invitations, sending out administration packs. Advise on procedures and case process as required. Provide guidance and support to employees and managers on a variety of sensitive employee relations issues. Support the administration aspects of casework management and support at meetings as appropriate including note taking. Apprentices/MSD NextGen: Act as key contact and mentor, supporting the development, sharing learnings, and maintaining effective communication. Apprentices – Monthly check ins and facilitation. MSD NextGen - Coordinate employee training programs and maintain training records and budget requirements. Play a pivotal role in MSD’s NextGen Programme and Social Responsibility Committee, co-ordinating the early years training and development program to enhance employee growth. Employee Benefits: Ongoing maintenance and improvement of HIVE SharePoint site for employee benefits. Benefits engagement programmes/communications. Corporate HR Inbox: Monitor and respond to general query emails in the Corporate HR inbox from employees, stakeholders, and outsourced queries, including but not limited to reference requests. Offering proactive assistance to both managers and employees. General Employment/HR: Provide a professional and responsive service to employees across the company, both remotely and in person. Work with all members of staff to maintain and develop the positive progressive culture within CACI. Any other duties or initiatives that come under the HR remit. Provide general administrative support to the Human Resources department by assisting on new initiatives and projects as required. We are looking for candidates who bring a combination of passion, expertise, and dedication to the table. To excel in this role, you should possess: Skills and Experience: CIPD Level 3 with previous experience working in a HR department. Working knowledge of Employment Law and generalist HR working practice, policies, and procedures. Professional communication and influencing skills both in written and spoken English. Strong IT skills with a good understanding of MS Excel & Word and HRIS experience. (Experience in Dayforce HR Software is desirable but not essential). Experience of dealing with day-to-day queries and having a customer focused attitude. Confidence in dealing with individuals at all levels within the business, including senior management. Efficient administrator who can demonstrate attention to detail. Be able to work under pressure and deliver a high-volume workload. Demonstrate a flexible and proactive approach to work. High degree of confidentiality and diplomacy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

As an office manager, you'll need to: Use a range of software, including email, spread sheets and databases, to ensure the efficient running of the office Organize office operations and procedures Coordinate with IT department on all office equipment Ensure that all items are invoiced and paid on time Manage contract and price negotiations with office vendors, service providers and office lease Manage office G&A budget, ensure accurate and timely reporting Provide general support to visitors Assist in the on boarding process for new hires manage online and paper filing systems develop and implement new administrative systems, such as record management record office expenditure and manage the budget organise the office layout and maintain supplies of stationery and equipment maintain the condition of the office and arrange for necessary repairs organise and chair meetings with staff - in lower-paid roles this may include typing the agenda and taking minutes, but senior managers usually have an administrative assistant to do this ensure adequate staff levels to cover for absences and peaks in workload, often by using temping agencies delegate work to staff and manage their workload and output promote staff development and training implement and promote equality and diversity policy write reports for senior management and deliver presentations respond to customer enquiries and complaints review and update health and safety policies and ensure they're observed check that data protection laws are being adhered to in relation to the storage of data, and review and update policies arrange regular testing for electrical equipment and safety devices attend conferences and training manage social media for your organisation OFFICE MANAGER Key Skills involves: Excellent time management, initiative and approachability Ability to multi-tasking and prioritise work Excellent organisational and time-management skills Attention to detail and problem solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and planning skills in a fast-paced environment A creative mind with an ability to suggest improvements knowledge of Microsoft Office(Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and other commonly used office packages is must required strong IT and typing skills the ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure good team working skills and the confidence to lead and motivate a team the ability to manage your workload and supervise others concurrently excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, with the ability to converse at senior and board level negotiation and relationship-building skills attention to detail flexibility and adaptability to changing workloads a problem-solving approach to work project management skills a familiarity with legislation in the areas of employment, equality and diversity, and data protection - this is useful, but not essential. Qualification Seeking: There is no educational requirement for this job. However, if the potential employee possesses any certificate or diploma or equivalent qualification in a subject such aseconomics and business can be beneficial; although entry with other academic qualifications and/or significant relevant experience is possible. 2-3 years of experience in the relevant field is compulsory.