Job Description:
A leading pensions and investments firm has a role for a Trainee Actuarial Consultant - pensions to join the team on a permanent basis based in either Edinburgh, Glasgow, Birmingham or London. This is an excellent opportunity for a part qualified qualified actuarial trainee to get exposure to a varied range of work and develop your career.
Please note, it is essential that you have a minimum of 2 years' experience. This is not an entry-level role.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Relevant pensions or actuarial experience.
A strong degree (ideally 2.1 or above) in a numerate subject.
Making progress with the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries examinations.
Strong IT skills are essential, in particular an advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
A sound grounding in actuarial and computing techniques used in the valuation of pension benefits.
An understanding of the legislative framework for UK pension schemes, commensurate with the level of experience in pensions actuarial work.
First class interpersonal and client relationship management skills.
First class organisational and communication abilities.
Proven ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting demands.
Able to co-ordinate activity within individual client teams.
Able to demonstrate a proactive approach in developing technical, consultancy and management skills.
Core Responsibilities:
Working on nominated client accounts, ensuring that work is done on time, within budget, and to a high standard.
Preparing actuarial calculations, for example (but not limited to) in respect of scheme funding, company accounting work, actuarial factors, and individual member calculations.
There may also be opportunities to support other areas of the business (for example in DC, risk transfer, governance, proposition development and new business).
Supporting the development of less experienced members of the team and checking their calculations where necessary.
Liaising with client managers and team leaders where there are conflicting demands from clients.
Developing and maintaining a good working relationship with clients.
Preparing client invoices within internal deadlines and subject to internal procedures.
Ensuring all work is undertaken in a rigorous, accurate and methodical manner.
Ensuring comprehensive audit trails are maintained.
Being aware of deadlines and planning work to meet these.
Presenting work in a clear and understandable manner to clients, other advisers, and colleagues where necessary.
Developing knowledge of actuarial and pensions matters which are relevant to the requirements of the job.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Flexible working
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15484
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Our client is a market leading UK manufacturing organization, with a large portfolio of manufacturing operations and sites based across the UK and Internationally. They hold an enviable position in their specialist sector as a market leader. With a commitment to Continuous Improvement and an aspiration toward WCM they are now seeking a driven and experienced Manufacturing Plant Manager to take the manufacturing agenda and factory operations to the next level.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
Highly competetive salary and bonus
Company car allowance
Double digit pension
Private Healthcare
Share option scheme
Personal cand career development opportiunities
ROLE SUMMARY:This is a high-profile role within our clients manufacturing operations, where you will be responsible for the delivery of multi-million unit output operation, in a continuous process manufacturing environment, ensuring products are manufactured to the highest possible quality standards and produced at the lowest possible cost.As such they are seeking an inspirational leader to manage, motivate and develop their factory manufacturing teams where continuous improvement is at the heart of all you do. Naturally you will be an exceptional communicator, commercially astute and a customer champion, able to deliver production targets against the highest health and safety, quality, environmental and cost expectations. The safety of their people is of the upmost importance and working safely is the only way they operate.TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT AVAILABLE FOR THE RIGHT INDIVIDUAL:Our client aims to operate to world-class standards and the successful candidate will be required to commit to a focused program of training and development to reflect this.SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
People management and motivation to create a flexible, effective and multi skilled workforce across all disciplines
Preparing and then managing the Factory’s annual budget ensuring that all planned spend is correctly costed and cash flow managed in accordance with the Company’s fiscal policies
Ensuring that the Factory 5 year plan is continually updated and delivered
Rigorous application of Manufacturing Systems to deliver continuous improvement across all of factory operations and exceed all KPI’s
Working with the factory team to identify, submit and then implement suitable capital improvement projects to deliver efficiency or safety improvements
Working collaboratively across all functions of the business to utilise specialist support to deliver key projects
Develop new products that will ensure our client is at the forefront of market trends and comply with all current and future environmental and sustainability developments
Our client aspires to operate to world class standards and therefore a fully comprehensive training plan will be implemented to address any necessary skills development to ensure you are as effective as possible in this role.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE:
Excellent leadership and coaching skills with the potential and ambition to progress into a more senior role in the future
Proven ability to develop an experienced manufacturing team to increase efficiency across the factory whilst surpassing customer expectations
The ability to analyse and interpret data to identify key trends and opportunities to increase profitability.
Demonstrable application of problem-solving tools and techniques to deliver efficiency improvements combined with an empowering management style and the ability to delegate
An in-depth knowledge of current Health and Safety, Environmental and Employment Laws and best practice application of these within a manufacturing environment
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
NEBOSH qualified (or equivalent)
A degree or equivalent level qualification
Sound engineering knowledge
Remuneration: Competitive salary and remuneration package, plus company car, bonus and additional benefitsPosition: Manufacturing Plant Manager / Factory Manager....Read more...
What we offer:
An apprenticeship lasting 18-months within Metro’s operational departments dealing with global freight logistics (in the right circumstances there may be the opportunity to work in more than one area of the business).
The chance to learn about what it takes to be a logistics professional and move freight around the world.
A level 3 apprenticeship International Freight Forwarding Specialist qualification with support from a training provider, who will also provide learner support.
All fees for training will be paid for.
Annual equivalent salary of £19,000. With a pay review after six and twelve months. Rising to an annual salary of £25,000 upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
A mentor within the department to provide day-to-day support and guidance.
Access to the Metro Training Team for initial induction and on-going training.
Job Role:
Using internal systems to create documentation that will enable the freight to be moved to customer specifications, on time with all the necessary customs and legal documentation, including:
Creating and updating freight bookings
Raise customs documentation to ensure the freight can move from country to country
Collate all documents and distribute them to customers and carriers, as required
Preparing and processing of invoices
Deal with customer requests and queries by telephone and email quickly and efficiently by passing them on to the appropriate colleagues in the department
Contacting customers directly to advise them of planned shipment details
Communicate with departmental colleagues and other Metro staff, ensuring that the messages are clear precise and effective
Accurate & timely reporting to department manager
Take ownership of your training and development so you can continuously improve and develop the skills required by junior freight forwarder
Training:International Freight Forwarding Specialist Level 3.
On the job training delivered by the employer.
Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end point assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement the apprenticeships English and mathematics minimum requirement is Entry Level 3.
Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will carry out regular training.
Assessment and support visits to ensure you acquire new learning, knowledge skills and behaviours in order to progress and develop.
Identify, track and support 6 hours off the job training activities.Quarterly formal progress review meetings, identifying learning achievements and next steps.Training Outcome:Upon the successful completion of the apprenticeship, achievement of the qualification and by showing the right attitude the apprentice will be given the opportunity to apply for a position within Metro.Employer Description:Founded 40 years ago, Metro is the UK’s leading privately owned logistics provider to leading British and international brands, importing and exporting the raw materials and finished products that feed, clothe, transport and protect consumers around the world.
F O R W A R D I N G
S U P P L Y C H A I N
O U T S O U R C I N G
T E C H N O L O G Y
Powered by industry-leading Metro technology we deliver import/export air, ocean and road freight forwarding, supply chain management, logistics and specialised services in retail, manufacturing and chemicals.
Our innovative, flexible supply chain solutions integrate seamlessly with our customers’ ERP systems and nominated participants to provide total visibility and absolute control from source to end-user.
Experience matters at Metro. Our team has years of hands-on knowledge in international transport and logistics. Invaluable knowledge and expertise that adds value to our customers’ supply chains with intelligent and flexible solutions that always deliver.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Ability to prioritise tasks,Interest in Freight,Drive to succeed....Read more...
Passionate, Creative, Equal, Empowering and SustainableAccess Sustainment and Enforcement SpecialistHours: 37 Hours per week – on a rota basisLocation: Head Office, Festival Park, Stoke on Trent with regular travel to our other sitesSalary: £27,663 per annum, (rising to £28,663, following successful completion of training)Are you an experienced Housing Sustainment professional looking for a role within an Organisation that is at the heart of helping people to thrive? If so, this role may be for you. Since 1974, as a Registered Provider of Social Housing and Supported Accommodation we have been supporting those in need. Our customers have a range of needs including mental health, addictions, learning disabilities, recent homelessness and debt and our support teams work with our customers to assist them to sustain their tenancy.We are looking for an experienced Housing Sustainment professional to join our team at our Stoke on Trent Head Office. You will play a key role in delivering housing and support services to customers who have been referred through the Local Authority and other service providers, ensuring appropriate safeguarding protocols are adhered to.Our Housing Sustainment and Enforcement Specialist provides expert advice in relation to customer related issues where existing support systems have failed to address issues such as rent arrears or anti-social behaviour and it is necessary for us to take more formal action.Some of your Key Responsibilities will include:
Ensuring we comply with Housing/ASB legislation, Regulatory Compliance and Consumer StandardsManaging day-to-day housing enforcement activities, sharing technical and operational knowledge with colleaguesDealing with escalated cases from the Housing Sustainment Team including Rent Arrears, Anti-Social Behaviour, Misuse of Properties and Abandonment of TenancyPreparing enforcement cases for court action where all informal approaches have failed to resolve the issue and presenting cases at Court where eviction notices and possession orders are requiredExecuting evictions in collaboration with BailiffsEnsuring Landlord obligations in relation to all properties are met (such as Gas Safety/Electrical Certification and Fire Prevention) especially within communal areas and raising actions to correct identified issues when inspecting properties
What You will need:
Previous Experience in a Housing Enforcement role with a Registered Social Landlord or similar organisationExperience working with the needs of our customer group; including but not limited to those with Learning Disabilities, Entrenched Homelessness, Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol Dependencies, dual diagnosis. Demonstrable experience in managing and resolving rent arrears, property condition, abandonment/non-engagement with support services, anti-social behaviour and similar issues within a Registered Social Landlord organisation or similarA professional housing related qualification (e.g. HNC Level 3/4) and/or corporate membership of the Chartered Institute of HousingAn awareness of Building Safety Legislation and Landlord obligationsGCSE Maths and English (Grade C or higher)A full driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use
We Offer the Following Benefits:
Flexible working (with a regular office presence)27 days annual leave in addition to public holidaysExcellent learning and development opportunitiesContributory pension schemeOccupational sick payHealthcare cash plan
To apply please visit the Brighter Futures Website.The closing date is 20th September 2024 with interviews to follow.We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and we welcome applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups and people with lived experience. Brighter Futures is an equal opportunities employer. ....Read more...
Join Walsall Council as a Brokerage Officer in Adult Social Care!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults? Do you have experience in health or social care and a talent for negotiation and communication? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
Pay: £14.24 per hourLocation: Remote with occasional requirement to work onsite.Hours: 37 hours per week, full time
This role will initally be a 3 month contract with a view to be extended.
Key Responsibilities:
Negotiate Care Services: Work directly with care providers to secure the best possible care for our service users, ensuring timely and appropriate support.
Build Positive Relationships: Develop strong connections with care providers, ensuring that care is delivered effectively and efficiently.
Collaborate Across Teams: Serve as a vital link between social care teams, external providers, and commissioners, ensuring seamless service delivery.
Monitor and Manage: Keep up-to-date with market conditions, manage referrals, and ensure all services are provided within budget and in compliance with contractual frameworks.
Support and Escalate: Handle any concerns or capacity pressures, and escalate risks as needed to ensure the best outcomes for service users.
What We're Looking For:
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly to a range of audiences.
Experience: A background in health and/or social care is essential, with a good understanding of the Adult Social Care agenda and local care practices.
IT Proficiency: Advanced IT skills, including experience working with multiple information systems and confidently handling data.
Problem-Solving: The ability to make critical decisions under pressure and manage time effectively to meet challenging targets.
Flexibility: A proactive approach with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and work autonomously.
Qualifications:
Evidence of higher education achievement in social care, health, or an equivalent field.
Previous office experience and relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2 or above).
If you are interested or know of anyone who may be, please contact Kat at Service Care Solutions on 01772208964 or email me at kat.shah@servicecare.org.uk.
Working with Service Care Solutions comes with many benefits, including:
A specialist consultant within an experience and dedicated recruitment team
Excellent rates of pay
Payroll service twice a week
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.....Read more...
• Work closely with Key Account Manager providing support as and where required• Plan, organise and distribute work orders to engineers• Input client data relating to incoming works onto the Company in-house systems• Check all incoming paperwork from job completion and distribute to the relevant departments or input to the Company in-house system• Take calls and E-mails from clients, staff and engineers responding accordingly• Ensure engineers arrive on site at the times specified using the vehicle tracking system• Assist engineers/sub-contractors with any administrative support required to complete the tasks assigned to them• Ensure engineers/sub-contractors work is planned and communicated to them before 13h00 of the day before work commences• If an engineer/sub-contractor is required to work outside of their normal contractual terms, this must be communicated to them with advance notice both written and verbally• Ensure all works are planned efficiently and the correct disciplines have been assigned to upcoming and ongoing works.• Ensuring works are delivered on time, to the required standards in both quality and regulation requirements.• Assist engineers in sourcing work as and when required• Oversee and manage work diaries for allocated engineers• Identify resource requirements to successfully deliver services to client including sub-contract and agency labour where required• Dealing with relevant incoming enquiries via post, phone, E-mail and directing to a relevant member of staff/department or actioning the request if possible • Provide administrative support to the Helpdesk Manager• Taking calls, receiving and sending E-mails• Providing general administrative support such as paperwork, data entry, scanning, photocopying and printing
Training:
Full training will be given in order to achieve the L3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard
Training will take place on and off the job
Off the job training will be during normal working hours
Functional Skills maths and/or English if not already achieved at GCSE grade 4/C or above
Training Outcome:Possibility of a full-time role at the end of the programme.Employer Description:A specialist in building, electrical, mechanical and commercial property support services. All services are managed and delivered through a highly experienced Management Team. The aim is to support customers by providing a fully integrated ‘one stop shop’ when it comes to maintenance. From the simplest task such as a blocked toilet or dripping tap, through to a full refurbishment and property upgrade.Working Hours :Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 5pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
SAMPLES MANAGEMENT:
Processing all sample requests that come into the business from both Off and On Trade. Confirming deadlines and ensuring these are met
Liaising with the Warehouse team for all UK pack stock, ensuring they are sent out to the correct address. Keeping track of the shipment until it has successfully reached its destination
Liaising direct with the relevant wineries / suppliers for any Bottled at Source stock, ensuring all correct information is supplied
Liaising with buying department to request bulk samples. (Buying team will request bulk samples from wineries of wines which do not currently “exist as finished goods”. These can be new vintages, re-blends or NBE samples)
Following specific instructions, when needed, to ensure the samples arrive with the customer as requested. eg, creating design mock-ups, labelling the bottles with correct pricing and tender information
Looks after all of Kingsland and Ten locks sample stock and sends out to relevant customers and tracks this, so sample stock costs can be managed
Organise samples into customer friendly and smaller formats eg spirits sample boxes before sending out
Assist Account execs to submit samples and hit deadlines for all Press Tastings and Awards Ceremonies
Purchase samples from stores when necessary
STOCK MANAGEMENT:
Maintaining the samples stock room
Organising samples within the stock room on an account by account basis
Ensuring all packaging is kept well in stock. Ordering via Suppliers and / or departments when necessary
BRANDBANK:
Ensuring samples of any new products are sent to Brandbank for imagery and wine questionnaires completed
Checking all relevant information is correct when prompted before accepting the product to go live
Delisting any product when necessary
Requesting any amendments to products as and when requested by key account managers
REGIONAL AND MULTIPLE ON TRADE and WINE:
Setting up new products and SKUs on system / SAP
Set up finished goods request sheet
Organising re-works and DS codes
Setting up BOMs
Requesting and setting up C Codes
Attaching correct pricing and raising PPAs
APA’s and accrual management
New vintage product code set up
Assisting sales team and Demand management with forecasts and stock levels info, and PFR meeting
Raise relevant Purchase Orders / Invoices for retro payments
SAP support
Website enquiries, assisting in answering any customer enquiries that come through the website
Training Outcome:Continue to grow within the business.Employer Description:An employee-owned drinks specialist providing innovative solutions to the UK trade and beyond.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.45pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Job Description:
Our client, a successful financial services company, are looking for a Learning & Development Business Partner to join their award winning team. This is a permanent role, based in Glasgow or Edinburgh.
In this broad role you will contribute to strategic learning initiatives through the design and delivery of learning interventions. You’ll have the autonomy to work with inspiring leaders across the business and be part of a creative and progressive Learning & Development team. Our client is looking for someone who is able to understand their growing business and the challenges they have, in order to be able to design and offer the right learning and development support.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
Experienced L&D professional
Track record of delivering learning and development interventions (virtual and in person)
Qualified coach and experienced team facilitator
Experience of using psychometrics to help build awareness (with individuals and groups)
Keeps abreast of developments in psychology, leadership, digital learning
Understanding and application of key people development frameworks and methodologies
Ability to manage projects and prioritise effectively across competing demands and stakeholders
Applies emotional intelligence in work across the firm
Ability to think broadly yet provide targeted and innovative learning solutions
Core Responsibilities:
Partner with business leaders to understand their plans and challenges
Deliver key elements of the learning and development strategy, including leading on a variety of different projects
Design, deliver and evaluate learning programmes, both in person and virtually
Deliver individual and team coaching
Build relationships and networks across the firm so that learning is seen as accessible and inclusive for all
Keep up to date with leading-edge people ideas and practices by tapping into thought leaders/scholars in learning, psychology and human resources
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15725
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:
Our global client has an exciting opportunity for someone to join them in Edinburgh in their Operational Risk team.
Key experience:
Risk Mapping
Testing of controls
Operational events governance
Essential Skills/Experience:
Ideally circa 5 years’ experience in operational risk and controls management
Experience of operating in a highly regulated financial services environment
Data literate with experience of using data analytics tools and techniques.
Experience in Business Continuity Management and operational resilience.
Core Responsibilities:
Manage the operational Risk Management Framework including the design and maintenance of risk appetites, risk taxonomy.
Develop strategies to mitigate risks, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational processes and implement best practices to minimize risk exposure.
Test the design and effectiveness of controls.
Manage the database of risks, issues and events and deliver effective reporting throughout the governance framework to enable senior management to effectively manage risk.
Lead the implementation and monitor the governance of Operational Events based on regulation and best practices.
Identify and assess operational risks within the organization.
Oversee and implement the RCSA check and challenge reviews to ensure key risks and associated controls are correctly captured and assessed by first line teams.
Review and analyse the quality and accuracy of risk issues and events captured within the business.
Monitor the firm’s KRI.
Perform follow ups and action plans to ensure first line teams are closing issues and making improvements effectively. Ensure that evidence is available to validate their completion.
Develop dashboards and reports to evaluate and explain internal control effectiveness.
Conduct training sessions for employees on risk awareness and prevention.
Support the maintenance of control libraries and narratives and flowcharts.
Support the businesses continuity & operational resilience plans and policies.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15757
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:
We are working on an exciting, new role as Corporate Tax Manager for one of our professional services client. In this role you will be responsible for both compliance and advisory work on a portfolio of clients. Extensive Corporate and Personal tax experience is essential for this role. This role can be based in Edinburgh, Glasgow or Aberdeen.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
Relevant professional tax qualification (e.g. CA, ATT or CTA)
Extensive corporate and personal tax experience is essential
Extensive experience of working in a similar role
Experience of managing a team
Expertise in compliance and advisory work
Experience of working to tight deadlines
Track record of handling a client portfolio with strong client engagement
Use of Alphatax and CCH
Core Responsibilities:
Annual tax return compliance for companies, individuals and partnerships.
Tax efficient remuneration planning.
Corporate tax planning.
CGT advice.
Displaying detailed knowledge of Income Taxes and Capital Taxes generally with the ability to identify other taxes which might be relevant (for example VAT, International Taxes, LBTT, Stamp Duty Taxes) and obtaining input from colleagues outside of the Business Advisory Services team to deliver well-rounded advice to clients.
Manage team members and monitor progress of their work.
Review all aspects of accounting work, at both manager and partner level, identifying opportunities for clients.
Managing all aspects of your client portfolio, working alongside other teams in the firm as well as the client’s wider professional networks to ensure all client service requirements are met.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15791
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:
Our client, a reputable asset management firm, have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join their Edinburgh team on an initial 6 month contract basis. This is a hybrid role, with a minimum of three days in office required.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Familiarity with order management systems and a solid understanding of their functionalities and integration points.
Relevant certification demonstrating a solid foundation in project management principles and strong understanding of project management methodologies
Proven track record of successfully managing integration or migration projects, ideally within the financial services industry.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with system migration, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and compliance with all regulatory and internal control requirements.
In-depth understanding of the financial services industry, particularly in areas of portfolio management, trading, and compliance.
Core Responsibilities:
Provide leadership to those assigned to work on the project. This includes assigning tasks, setting expectations, and fostering a collaborative work environment to achieve project milestones.
Maintain clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, changes, and any issues that may arise.
Ensure that all project deliverables meet the required quality standards and specifications, conducting regular reviews and testing as necessary.
Identify potential risks and obstacles, develop mitigation strategies, and implement contingency plans to minimize impact on project timelines and outcomes.
Monitor project progress against the established timeline, adjusting as needed to keep the project on schedule.
Assist senior management in allocating and managing resources efficiently.
Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15787
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Senior Human Factors Engineer – Medical Devices – Cambridge
Newton Colmore is working with a medical devices company based in Cambridge and we are assisting their search for their next human factors expert.
We are looking for people who love solving complex engineering problems and who enjoy working in multi-disciplinary teams.
As a Senior Human Factors Engineer, you will be working on a number of advanced engineering projects aimed at improving and/or saving people019;s lives. You will be utilising your human factors commercial knowledge and experience and apply it to real-world hand-held medical devices.
You will be working closely with world-class engineers as well as surgeons, nurses and healthcare professionals, to ensure their feedback is translated into the usability of the product. The aim of your work is to improve the usability of the product, which will in turn lower the risk to patients and increase accuracy of the end user.
To be considered for this exciting role you will have a thorough understanding of human factors principles as well as knowledge of the medical devices sector and regulations. This will be complemented by product design, human factors or psychology education. You will also need to possess an open mind and show that you like to challenge ideas.
In exchange for your skills and expertise, the company offer a highly competitive package as well as providing excellent career progression. They also offer an excellent pension and performance bonus. The company are at a really exciting stage of development which has recently culminated in the opening of new labs and workshops.
For more information, please call Matthew Lowdon of Newton Colmore Consulting on 0044 121 268 2240 or make an application and one of our team will be in touch.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a highly specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the medical devices and biotechnology. We help our clients find the experts they need to develop and commercialise ground-breaking technology and therapeutics, globally.
Key words: Human Factors Engineer, Medical Devices, Ergonomics, Psychology, Drug Delivery, Surgical Instrumentation, HF, Usability.....Read more...
Automation Design Expert - Cambridge
Newton Colmore is partnered with a start-up biotechnology company in Cambridge, and we are helping them find automation design experts.
The company are developing a novel biotechnology product that solves problems by combining complex automation technology and robotics. You will be joining their research and development team and utilise your mechanical engineering or electronics knowledge to lead the development of ground-breaking robotic systems.
You will be leading development activities, designing robust mechanisms from initial design phase, through testing, and readying for manufacture. You will also play a pivotal role in formulating strategies and your experience will be key when setting development paths with this new technology.
You will be joining a team of engineers and scientists who are all aiming to develop a world class biotechnology product and they are looking for more people who share wants to share this goal.
This is a vital role for this company and so it’s important for them to find the right person for their team, especially someone who enjoys working in start-ups. The role is open to various seniority levels, from principal-level engineers to “head of” leaders. You will be joining a collaborative team and the role will involve some hands-on design work.
We are looking for a well experienced engineers with significant knowledge of robotics and automation design. Depending on your seniority, any additional experience with setting design strategies and readying products for manufacturing would be advantageous.
The company reward their people with a series of benefits along with their salaries, including monetary bonuses, 8% pension contributions and much more.
We are looking to arrange interviews for this role as soon as possible so if the role is of interest make an application now. One of our consultants will then be in touch with more details.
Newton Colmore is a specialist recruiter dedicated to helping our medical devices and biotech clients find the experts they need to develop new technologies.
Key words: mechanical engineer, mechatronics, robotics, systems design, biotechnology, medical devices, iso 13485, GMP.
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Machine Learning Developer – Quant Strategies
An exciting position has become available with an innovative investor who is looking for a Machine Learning Developer to focus on quantitative strategies and research.
This exciting new role will give the Machine Learning Developer an opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry as well as on some of the most exciting technologies in the sector.
In terms of day to day activities you will be building brand-new statistical models across a number of different applications/sectors including equities and commodities. You will be liaising with partners from across the business with the sole aim of delivering robust solutions to their requirements and outperforming the competition.
This role will provide you with a forward-thinking work environment whilst also giving you the opportunity to make a real-world difference. It is anticipated that you will become the machine learning authority and will regularly attend events and delivery presentations.
To be considered for this exciting role you will need to have a degree in Mathematics, Computer Science or Physics as well as strong knowledge of python or C++. This will be coupled with hands-on development experience within a highly scientific field or quant strat.
In exchange for your skills and expertise, the company offer a highly competitive package as well as providing excellent career progression and training. The company also offer relocation packages to make a move as easy as possible for you. Due to the nature of the business you will always have something new on the horizon as well time dedicated to personal projects and ideas.
For more information, please call Matt Lowdon of Newton Colmore Consulting on 0044 121 268 2240 or make an application and one of our team will be in touch.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a highly specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the medical devices, machine learning and scientific technology sectors, across Europe. We partner with companies, ranging from early stage start-ups through to multinationals, helping them secure highly sought after skill sets.
Key words: Data Scientist, Algorithm Developer, Equity Research, Investments, Quantitative Research, Bayesian Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Analytical Algorithms, Python. C++, Monte Carlo.....Read more...
Company: Service Care Solutions Trust: Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust Location: Royal Oldham Hospital, OL1 2JHPosition: Band 6 – Registered Mental Health Nurse Specialisation: Oldham Psychological Medicine Service Hours: Monday – Friday | 9 am – 5pm | Will consider 3 / 4 days Pay rate: £27ph About Us: Service Care Solutions is a leading healthcare recruitment agency specialising in connecting dedicated healthcare professionals with enriching opportunities.Role and Responsibilities:
Working as a liaison practitioner within an MDT
One to one work with patients at home, in GP surgeries, The Link Centre or at base at Forest House
To develop positive relationships with patients who services have found it difficult to engage
To work with patients to develop care plans, safety plans and risk assessments.
To work with patients using different interventions including distress tolerance techniques, managing emotions, anxiety management and social circumstances issues such as housing and benefits
Nursing Qualifications and Requirements:
Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Mental Health Nurse.
Fully enhanced DBS
Community experience
Benefits:
Weekly pay
Free training
Fully enhanced DBS check provided free of charge.
Competitive pay rates
Exceptional referral bonuses
Specialist consultants offering single point of contact.
Note: The hourly rate of £27 is paid via umbrella. We do have an option to accrue, a ‘holiday pot’, meaning your hourly rate would be £24.30 and you would have a build up of holiday to take when needed.We offer a £250 bonus for starting a contract with SCS.Furthermore, if you know anyone looking for work and you refer them across, we offer a £250 referral bonus per person.If this role is of interest to you, please respond to this advert with an up-to-date copy of your CV, contacting Chloe on 01772 208963 or chloe.akeroyd@servicecare.org.uk....Read more...
Insurance Broker / Claims Handler / Insurance Administrator
Location: Hungerford, Berkshire (Hybrid)
Salary: £30k - £35k + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, 4 days working
The Client:
Our client is a cloud-based insurance policy administration and claims management system, enabling insurers, brokers, MGAs, and coverholders to efficiently create and manage insurance products.
The Role:
I am looking for an experienced Insurance Broker / Claims Handler / Insurance Administrator who has knowledge of policy management, rates, binders and question sets to work as a product specialist for an insurance software business. You will report to Product Manager and responsible for developing insurance products for live deployment and demonstrations.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute product strategy.
* Manage product features from initiation to delivery.
* Gather customer requirements onsite.
* Own and manage product profitability.
* Support the Business Development and Service Delivery teams.
* Translate business strategy into product strategy
* Own and manage product roadmap features
* Plan and launch products
* Ensure product profitability and commercial success
* Provide market insights to stakeholders and marketing
* Write customer and feature requirements
* Manage in-life products, including feedback and issues
Requirements:
* Previously worked as an Insurance Broker, Insurance Consultant or in a similar role.
* Must have at least 1 year experience in insurance sales and customer service.
* Experience in policy administration, underwriting, or claims handling
* In-depth knowledge of the insurance industry.
* Insurance qualifications like Cert CII or higher (desirable)
Benefits:
* 28 days holiday
* Casual dress code
* Free on-site parking
* Company pension scheme
* Private medical insurance
Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
Keywords: Insurance Broker, Insurance Administrator, Claims Handler, Insurance Consultant, insurance advisor
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Electrical Manager / Qualifying Supervisor (Solar PV)
Salary: £38,000 - £42,000
Location: Wigan
Permanent, Monday - Friday
Full-Time position + Excellent Benefits
An exciting opportunity has arisen forElectrical Manager / Qualifying Supervisor with Electrical Qualifying Supervisor (QS) certification to join our client, specialist in providing customised renewable energy solutions across the UK.
In this role, you will lead solar energy projects from concept to completion, ensuring all electrical work complies with relevant standards, while managing and mentoring a team of technicians and engineers.
You will be responsible for:
* Conducting site inspections & audits for compliance and approving electrical designs.
* Developing and managing project timelines, budgets, and resources.
* Ensuring all electrical work meets national and local regulations as the Electrical Qualifying Supervisor (QS).
* Providing technical support during installation and maintenance.
* Overseeing testing and commissioning of solar PV systems.
* Conducting risk assessments to ensure compliance with HSE regulations.
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as a Electrical Qualifying Supervisor, Electrical Manageror in a similar role.
* At least 7 years of electrical experience.
* Experience in a QS role, with a strong foundation in electrical engineering and project management.
* Essential certifications: 18th Edition, 2391, and Level 3 Electrical Installation.
* Possession of a Gold Card and relevant Solar and Battery Storage qualifications.
* Skilled in computer skills and bespoke platforms.
* Valid UK driving licence.
Whats on offer
* Competitive salary
* Pension scheme
* Company events
* Company car
* On-site parking
Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
Keywords: Electrical Supervisor, Electrical Manager, Qualifying Supervisor, Electrical, engineer, solar, jobs, Electrical Compliance, Electrical Manager, Solar, Manager, Supervisor, QS, Electrical Qualifying Supervisor
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Electronics Engineer Consultant – Security Clearance – Cambridge
A new design consultancy, based in Cambridge, are currently looking for a Electronics Engineer Consultant to add to the team of experienced experts, specifically with a focus on security cleared projects.
Although this is a new design consultancy, they have the backing of larger companies meaning you still have the job security of working for a large company. You will also have benefits including pension, share purchase schemes, healthcare, life assurance and other excellent benefits not normally available to smaller organisations.
We are looking for an Electronics Engineer who has ideally worked on MOD, Security Clearance or other sensitive technologies. Due to the nature of consultancy services, your electronics experience could be across a number of fields such as RF Engineering, Microwave Electronics, Analogue Electronics, Sensors Technologies, PCB Electronics or other complex electronics design.
It will also be ideal if you have specific Firmware, Embedded or other software experience.
Due to the nature of work, you must already hold or be able to obtain security clearance.
Apart from the benefits, you will be rewarded with an excellent salary, career opportunities and a continued skills training to keep you at the forefront of technologies.
This is a rare opportunity to be involved with a design consultancy at the ground level, meaning future career development will be more likely than with other consultancies or companies. Due to this, I’m expecting a lot of interest in this role. If you are interested in the role, apply now or risk missing out.
For more information, please feel free to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices recruitment and Scientific recruitment specialists Newton Colmore Consulting, on +44 121 268 2240 or make an application and one of our team at Newton Colmore Consulting will contact you.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialist recruitment company within the Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Data Science, Healthcare Communications. Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors.
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Bookkeeping
Preparation of accounts
Tax computations
General office duties
Training:Professional Diploma - AAT Level 4
Professional is the final level, teaching you more complex accounting theory, and lets you choose two specialist subjects. You’ll learn about budgeting, management accounting, preparing financial statements, accounting systems, and tax.
This level builds on the knowledge you gained in the Advanced Diploma (Level 3). After qualifying you can work in accounting roles or progress onto studying chartered accountancy.
The course is made up of three mandatory units (also known as subjects), one synoptic unit, and five optional units. You must pass all the mandatory assessments, synoptic assessment, and two optional unit assessments to achieve the qualification.
The areas you will cover include:
Financial Statements of Limited Companies
Management Accounting: Budgeting
Management Accounting: Decision and Control
Professional synoptic assessment (Accounting Systems and Controls)
Optional Units:
Business Tax
Personal Tax
External Auditing
Cash and Treasury Management
Credit Management
The Apprenticeship standard details the essential Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours that somebody would need to demonstrate to be successful in this job role, this includes, Business Awareness, Ethics, Communication, Leadership, Planning and Prioritisation and Problem Solving. Apprentices will need to show they are competent in all the areas detailed in the standard when they take End Point Assessment.
The Knowledge areas of the standard will typically be covered through completion of the qualification. Skills and Behaviours are developed through workshops, e-learning, workplace training and practical experience provided ‘on-the-job’.Training Outcome:
Career progression.
Employer Description:We are an independent firm of chartered accountants dealing with SME's generally family companies. We also undertake audit work. The majority of our clients have been with us for over 15 years as have the senior staff. We aim to provide a bespoke service for clients.Working Hours :09.00 - 17.00, Monday to Friday.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working....Read more...
- Calculate labour hours from weekly timesheets and process weekly wages - Booking accommodation and calculate meals allowance for active sites nationwide - Managing accommodation costs against agreed budgets - Enter actual costs into projects (on Sage/ Job Logic) - Manage petty cash and reconcile monthly - Raise Sales invoices and interim claims - Manage the sales ledger on Sage including posting customer payments - Manage retention deductions and chase for payment as they become due - Credit management including debtor insurance and credit control - Assist with the fleet management, booking repairs, MOT’s and servicing as required- Answer the telephone and deal with enquiries- General administration, scanning and filing- Assist with monthly/quarterly and year end returns- Proactively identify, develop and implement improvements to systems and procedures to enhance service efficiency - Develop and actively promote social inclusion and equality and diversity initiativesTraining:Training will take place on weekly day release at the Training Provider's site. Training Outcome:Permanent position in the Finace Department.Employer Description:Group Tegula are specialist roofing contractors who work with clients throughout the UK.
From our offices in Boldon, Tyne and Wear, we support clients in the commercial, public and private sectors.
Our Group comprises five divisions;
Tegula Industrial Roofing, Working with project managers, property managers, and of course plant and process owners.
Tegula Commercial Roofing, Working with architects, national housebuilders, construction companies, and of course direct with property/facility managers.
Tegula Residential Roofing, who offer roofing services to the general public.
Tegula Reactive Roofing, providing both proactive and reactive maintenance services.
Tegula Safety Systems, who complement our roofing divisions by supplying and installing a range of roof safety systems and access solutions.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9am until 5pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break.
Day release timetable to be set by the training provider.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
At Dingley's Promise - Apprentices will be key members of our team, working alongside therapists and senior staff to develop exciting and meaningful learning experiences for young children who are developing differently.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Interact with the child using 'shared play' or 'reflective' approaches.
Use particular teaching /learning strategies with a child when appropriate.
Be aware of their emotional needs and how to support these.
Engage in learning observation skills and having a group of key children (with support from senior staff).
Support activities and opportunities available in line with our curriculum.
Training:Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.
It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.
This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.
This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 18 month apprenticeship you will have gained; Early Years Educator – Level 3Training Outcome:
Possibility of a full time role on completion of the apprenticeship
Employer Description:We support children in the early years with special educational needs and disabilities to achieve their full potential.
We aim to:
Seek excellence in our specialist early years intervention
Develop a greater inclusion movement and enable more children to
access mainstream settings
Help families to access the appropriate support services for
their child’s needs
Ensure every child transitions into the best educational
setting for themWorking Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 3.00pm.Skills: Patience,Communication skills,Creative....Read more...
Quotation Participation: Handle quoting for various queries from customers, network offices, and overseas offices.
Carrier Coordination: Work with carriers to manage the export/import of projects and general forwarding shipments.
Shipment Processing: Oversee the entire shipment process, including:
Arranging pickups or inland transportation
Booking with carriers or overseas offices
Preparing necessary documents (Airwaybill, Billing Invoice, Certificate of Origin, and customs documents)
Forwarding shipments
Tracking and tracing to the final destination
Ensuring data quality
Identifying and addressing problems where authorised
Communication Maintenance: Maintain regular communication with vendors, customers, carriers, and DB Schenker overseas offices throughout the shipment process.
SOP Maintenance: Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that include clients' special requirements such as preferred routings/carriers and key contacts.Training:Achieve International Freight Forwarder Specialist L3 Apprenticeship Standard.
On the job training delivered by the employer
Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end point assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement the apprenticeships English and mathematics minimum requirement is Entry Level 3
Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will carry out regular training
Assessment and support visits to ensure you acquire new learning, knowledge skills and behaviours in order to progress and develop
Identify, track and support 6 hours off the job training activities
Quarterly formal progress review meetings, identifying learning achievements and next steps
Training Outcome:Explore various career paths and take advantage of development opportunities within our organisation.Employer Description:At DB Schenker, we have the expertise to manage your logistics and transport needs, all from one place. Whatever the size and nature of your business, and however complex your operations, we’ll take care of your logistics by road, rail, air and ocean.Working Hours :Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 17:30Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Ability to take ownership and responsibility for delivering a consistently high level of service within your team and across the business as a whole.
Being positive, optimistic and solutions-focused in everything you do even in the face of challenges.
Passionate belief in the social value derived from delivering outstanding services to Citizen customers and colleagues.
Training:
Training will be provided by Solihull College and an assessor will be allocated to support you.
Coaching in the workplace, on teams as well as scheduled sessions at the Solihull campus and time spent training will be part of the agreed working hours.
At the end of your training, you will complete a showcase of evidence, a practical observation and a professional discussion to achieve level 2 customer service practitioner.
You may also study level 2 Functional Skills maths/English.
Training Outcome:Extensive learning and development opportunities.
Learners will have the opportunity to progress into a full-time, permanent role with the company and may be able to further their qualifications leading to a level 3 customer service specialist qualification and other professional qualifications. There is also the opportunity to join the Staff Consultative Forum and EDI Forum.Employer Description:We are brave, we are ambitious, we are honest, and we are Citizen! This is a great opportunity for you to join one of the UK’s most trusted social housing providers. Citizen owns and manages 30,000 homes, including diverse communities from urban tower blocks to rural villages and towns – our homes are a foundation for life. We have opportunities in our Customer Service Centre to join a fantastic team who deliver high quality service putting our Citizens first. Can you?Working Hours :37 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Ownership & responsibility,Open to constructive feedback,Positive and optimistic,Proactive,Self-Motivated & methodical,Good level of English,Time management skills,Desire to learn....Read more...
Raise Sales invoices - Service
Chase overdue debt in a timely manner to reduce debtors’ day
Process new customer applications forms and complete the required credit checks
Apply for Credit Insurance, ensuring the company risk is kept to a minimum
Send Customer Statements monthly
Liaise with customers to resolve queries in a timely manner
Allocate customer receipts on Xero / Sage
Ensure the correct VAT treatment is applied to invoices, including DRC
Work closely with the finance team to improve processes and controls within the Sales Ledger function
Adhere to EA-RS social values whilst undertaking all business tasks
Training:You will attend / complete:
1-2-1 Lessons (via teams) with a Dedicated Skills Coach
Interactive online Enhanced Classrooms with BPP
6 Hours of your working week spent on apprenticeship work e.g., assignments, independent study, training and development activities
Modules will include:
General Business
Understanding Your Organisation
Accounting Systems & Processes
Basic Accounting
Ethical Standards
The Level 2 AAT includes a Mandatory Qualification ‘Certificate in Accounting’ made up of 4 modules / exams:
Introduction to Bookkeeping
Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
Principles of Costing
The Business Environment
Modules are studied independently (in work time) supported by a Dedicated AAT Tutor.Training Outcome:You could progress into a Sales Ledger Assistant (with an increase in salary!), onto a Level 3 AAT or consider other options, just take a look; https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeship-courses/accountancy/Employer Description:EA-RS Fire Engineering are a leading UK specialist in fire detection, fire alarms, fire suppression, water mist and sprinkler systems; to meet their customer requirements, they work to understand individual business needs, and offers dedicated fire systems consultancy.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.00pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Initiative....Read more...
L&OD Apprentice Administrator - Band 218m Fixed term, Full-time 37.5 hrs per week
Provide general administrative support to the Apprenticeships by answering the telephones, dealing with queries (either in person or via emails), monitoring and responding to emails in the Apprenticeship and Work Experience inboxes.
To maintain accurate records for apprentices on the Government Digital Apprentice Service, adding learners, training providers, and reporting.
To provide administrative support using the OLM system to ensure that apprenticeship and training records for staff are updated, and maintained.
Support projects such as National Apprenticeship Week, Learning at Work Week, apprenticeship information stalls, job fairs, staff engagement and OD activities as required. This includes co- ordinating with the Communications Team, Facilities Management, and subject matter experts; following up with enquiries, conducting and reporting on evaluations.
To liaise with Salisbury Managed Procurement Services to identify training providers for specific apprenticeships and request bids.
Training:
Training will take place at the applicants place of work.
Training Outcome:
After this apprenticeship individuals may continue onto data analytic programmes or graphic design specialisms dependant on selected pathway.
Employer Description:Croydon Health Services provides integrated NHS services to care for people at home, in schools, and health clinics across the borough as well as at Croydon University Hospital and Purley War Memorial Hospital.
CUH provides more than 100 specialist services and is home to the borough’s only Emergency Department and 24/7 maternity services, including a labour ward, midwifery-led birth centre and the Crocus home birthing team.
Purley War Memorial Hospital (PWMH) in the south of the borough offers outpatient care, including diagnostic services, physiotherapy and ophthalmology services run by Moorfields Hospital, alongside an onsite GP surgery.
Our experienced staff take care of people of all ages across the borough of Croydon.
We are a very close-knit and friendly organisation where everyone of our 3600 members of staff is valued. We strongly believe that our employees are our greatest asset.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm (or 8.00am - 4.00pm).Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental....Read more...
