Total 12 Junior Executive level Human Resources job vacancies in Edinburgh, EH8 8BG

Your new company
Hays is happy to be partnering with an Edinburgh-based accountancy firm to hire part-qualified or qualified accountants for the accounts and bookkeeping team. The firm has an excellent culture which is people-driven and perfect for someone who is interested in accounts and wants to maintain a healthy work-life balance. The team is friendly and hosts multiple social events throughout the year, which creates a great dynamic. The firm prides themselves on providing a high-quality, bespoke service to SMEs across a range of industries, including owner-managed businesses, charities, and manufacturing.

Your new role
In your new role, you will be responsible for assisting the Accounts team with the management of their diverse client base. The successful candidate will prepare year and month-end financial statements and accounts, prepare corporate tax andVAT returns and assisting with other ad hoc duties where required.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful in this role, you will:
- Have prior experience working in the accounts team of a CA firm
- Knowledge of Sage and Xero
- Excellent communication skills
- Ideally someone who is part-qualified ICAS or ACCA

Only candidates that have the right to work in the UK will be considered.

What you'll get in return
Alongside a competitive salary and excellent career progression opportunities, the role offers benefits including:* A compressed 34.5 hour week for full-time staff over 4.5 days (early finish on a Friday)
* A strong emphasis on work/life balance
* Private medical insurance
* Discretionary bonus schemes
* Flexible start and finish times
* The opportunity to work from home on a hybrid working model

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company

I am delighted to be representing this public sector body as they recruit for a Personal Assistant to join their team.

This organisation is based in the south of Edinburgh with 2-3 days per week in office.

You will be working in a team with a group of hard-working professionals as you advance your career and diversify your skill set.

Your new role

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Undertaking general administrative tasks
• Monitoring databases and systems
• Co-ordinate meetings and taking minutes
• Diary management
• Providing support to the wider executive team
• Performing secretarial duties

What you'll need to succeed

A successful candidate will have:

• Full Right To Work in the UK
• Prior experience as a PA
• Minute taking experience
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Finance background (desirable)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

What you'll get in return

• Competitive hourly rate
• Career development opportunities
• Flexible working options
• Hybrid working

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company

You will be joining a well-respected and diverse legal firm located in Edinburgh City Centre. This is an excellent opportunity for you to start your professional career or develop your skills further.

Your new role


As a member of the office services department, you'll be working in a busy and hands-on environment with a close team of professionals. As an Administrative Assistant, no day is the same. You'll be responsible for a variety of tasks, including:

• General office administration (scanning, filing, mail etc.)
• Handling the mail delivery process
• Management of important client documents
• Data entry
• Helping with basic IT support (desk and meeting room set-up, liaising with the IT department to resolve issues etc.)
• Ad hoc projects
• Reception cover when the front office team is unavailable

This is a varied and busy role, with lots of training and support on offer as you progress.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience working in customer services, working with the public or in a general office environment
• A reliable individual who is keen to develop in their career
• An enthusiastic go-getter with excellent teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good organisation and methodical approach to working
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

What you'll get in return


In return for your hard work and commitment, you'll receive:

• Competitive salary
• A dedicated career development and appraisal plan
• On the job training and upskilling to build on your skills
• Excellent holiday entitlement with the ability to buy additional holidays or carry holidays
• Competitive pension scheme

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company

The new company is a leading firm of Chartered Accountants based in the UK and abroad. They provide a range of services, including accounting, tax, audit, advisory, and business services. The firm is going through a high-growth period and so, it would be an exciting option for someone looking to advance their career in accounting.

Your new role

This role will be fast-paced, dealing with clients across a range of sectors with turnovers into the millions. The firm are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to join the Edinburgh team. The successful candidate will support the accounting department with various tasks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all financial operations.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven track record working in the accounts team of a public practice firm (preferably 2 years)
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

What you'll get in return

• Hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 days from home)
• Private medical insurance (opt-in)
• Flexible working options
• Birthday leave
• Generous holidays
• Family leave

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Reputable law firm in Edinburgh

Your new role
To provide effective and efficient PA, administrative and secretarial support to fee earners in the Property Division.
- Complex diary management
- Travel and accomodation booking
- Arranging meetings
- Accurately produce correspondence, documentation and presentations
- Manage the process for producing invoices
- Dealing with queries
- Filing and scanning

What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience as a PA/EA
- Strong organisational skills
- Excellent attention to detail

Please note that legal sector experience is desirable but not essential for this role.

What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company

A legal firm located in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre.

Your new role

Legal PA that sits in the Real Estate team. The purpose of the role is to provide high quality, proactive and experienced PA support to a team of partners and fee earners.- Work with finance teams to support fee earners' financial performance
- Help fee earners with event organisation, CRM tasks, CV updates, and support for bids and tenders and attend.
- Ensure all file management processes are undertaken correctly
- Comprehensive diary management
- Arranging travel
- Other administrative tasks

What you'll need to succeed-

At least 3 years worth of experience as a PA- Excellent verbal and written communication skills- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

What you'll get in return

Competitive Salary

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
A reputable client in the city centre of Edinburgh, providing legal, property, and financial services to clients.

Your new role
This role involves delivering administrative assistance to the Private Client Department, ensuring a consistently high level of service to maximise business opportunities, and you will collaborate to support all fee earners within the Private Client team. Your responsibilities include handling incoming calls, taking messages, scheduling appointments, and managing team diaries. You will open and manage money laundering and legal files and be responsible for general office duties such as mail duties and other administrative tasks.

What you'll need to succeed
- Polite and professional telephone manner
- Proficient in IT
- Excellent attention to detail
- Multitasking skills
- Ability to hit the ground running

What you'll get in return
Competitive annual salary

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Our clients is one of the largest construction companies in the UK and can offer unrivalled career opportunities to their junior commercial team from graduate quantity surveyors upwards. One of their flagship projects in the Central Belt is now seeking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their construction knowledge onsite.


Your new role
As Assistant Quantity Surveyor you will be reporting directly to a Senior QS and Commercial Manager on a large multi phase flatted development in the Central Belt. Depending on your experience you will be exposed to fundamental construction processes such as subcontractor procurement and payments and in this role your experience will develop rapidly. As your experience develops you will get more involved in cost reporting and budgeting. Based on-site you will learn how to operate in a busy project environment where your communication skills will develop appropriately.


What you'll need to succeed
Our client are seeking a recent graduate who has a degree in quantity surveying. You will perhaps have some commercial experience from your time in University or are currently in your first role but you are looking to get more hands on-site and do real quantity surveying. You see yourself as working with a good builder and developing your career in this direction rather than client side or PQS. You are ambitious and understand that thriving on a busy project will take your career forward massively and accelerate your professional and personal development.


What you'll get in return
Our client are a fantastic employer with an excellent senior commercial team who enjoy training and developing the next generation of quantity surveyors. A comprehensive benefits package will be paid to the right candidate.


What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Our client is a busy Fitout and Refurbishment contractor based in Edinburgh. They are very active in assisting blue chip premium public and private sector clients develop exceptional retail and commercial space across Edinburgh and beyond. With a busy set of projects due to hit site they are now seeking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to their commercial team.
Your new role
As Assistant Quantity Surveyor you will be working on a range of fitout projects up to a value of £2million. From working with the in-house joinery and manufacturing business to working with the Project Managers in procuring and managing specialist trades, you will be the commercial lead on a range of projects. As you develop your experience, you will get the opportunity to work on larger and complex projects and take full commercial control. Reporting to an exceptional commercial director, this is your opportunity to develop your existing skill set in a commercially stimulating environment.
What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate is a degree-qualified quantity surveyor who has already worked in a building and construction environment but is now seeking to make a move to a more established and busy business. You will be well-organised, hardworking and ambitious to take your career in quantity surveying forward. You will enjoy working on a quick turn around projects and see working in this space as a way for you to develop your experience quickly. Our client works with a series of exceptional stakeholders within this space, and you will get the opportunity to learn from a range of professionals, such as consultancies, client PMs etc.
What you'll get in return
Our client is a secure and ambitious business with a strong brand in this space. The successful candidate will be paid an attractive benefits package.


What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Pupil Support Assistants – Enhanced Resource Provision
Broughton High School

Salary: £23,651 - £23,857(pro rata for part time and sessional)
Hours: 27.5 hours per week, 39 weeks sessional

Working pattern: Monday to Thursday 08:30 – 15:30 (1 hour unpaid break)
Friday 08:30 – 12:15 (15 minutes unpaid break)

We are looking for conscientious, committed candidates with excellent inter-personal and communication skills. You will be working as part of a team and there will be many training opportunities to support you in working with our children and young people. Previous experience of working in a school would be desirable.

* Note - Please read the sessional working information attached to this advert. This explains how salaries are calculated for sessional (term time) and part time posts.

PSAs do not work during the 12 weeks of school holidays, however total salary is paid in 12 equal monthly payments, over the year.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

As part of our goal to improve our organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure that we’re bringing the best people into our roles, not just in their skills and experience but also in their approach to work.

To help achieve this, we’re changing the way we interview and assess candidates by moving from a competency-based interview approach to a behavioural and technical (skills for the job) based approach. This new way of interviewing will allow us to assess how you think and how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours – The City of Edinburgh Council

Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.

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Your new company
This client is within the Public Sector.

Your new role
To provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support for the Chief Executive / Director / Head of Service and, when required, the wider executive team.

You will be expected to undertake a range of clerical duties as part of the overall service provision including:
* filing
* photocopying/faxing/scanning/laminating
* hosting visitors and providing refreshments
* record maintenance
* distribution of documents
* ordering stock
* dealing with telephone enquiries.

What you'll need to succeed
* Knowledge of word processing/spreadsheets/keyboard, minute taking, and administrative skills are essential.

What you'll get in return
* A competitive hourly rate based on your experience. * Hybrid working
* And more

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk