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Are you passionate about finding and nurturing the right talent to drive organisational success? We are looking for a Strategic Recruitment Manager to lead and shape recruitment strategies at all levels, from entry roles to executive leadership. This role oversees both permanent and temporary hiring, as well as entry-to-work programmes, ensuring efficient and impactful resourcing across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver a strategic recruitment service to meet current and future skill needs.
• Establish recruitment standards, frameworks, and tools, including competencies and question banks, that align with organisational goals.
• Develop and implement inclusive recruitment training programmes.
• Drive recruitment strategies in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure a strong talent pipeline aligned with workforce plans.
• Lead initiatives to enhance diversity and inclusion in recruitment processes.
• Utilise data insights to continually refine recruitment practices and improve performance and outcomes, working closely with data analysts to shape strategies.
• Anticipate and address skill shortages by leading proactive market engagement and shaping talent attraction strategies to ensure a high-quality candidate experience from brand awareness to onboarding.
• Oversee senior leadership recruitment, ensuring a smooth, high-quality process for leadership hires.
• Manage supplier contracts for recruitment services, ensuring compliance with standards and driving continuous improvement in resourcing practices.
• Lead a high-performing recruitment team, fostering a culture that supports strategic decision-making and meets the organisation's resourcing needs.

About You

• Education & Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (RQF Level 6) with a CIPD qualification or equivalent.
• Professional Expertise: Extensive experience managing large-scale recruitment services, with strong knowledge of employment law in resourcing.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams in a customer-focused, fast-paced environment.
• Strategic Vision: Skilled in process improvement, change management, and programme management, with the ability to interpret data and shape recruitment strategies.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with a talent for influencing stakeholders.
• Technical Knowledge: Expert in recruitment methodologies, talent attraction, and current recruitment technologies.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to lead and influence recruitment strategy on an organisational level.
• A collaborative environment, with close partnerships across multiple teams.
• A role with direct impact on long-term resourcing and organisational goals.

Our client based in central Reading is seeking a friendly candidate to join their accounts team, specifically focused on credit control. The role is offered on a hybrid basis.

Some of the responsibilities will include:-

• Maintaining and updating customer records and fees.
• Raising invoices in a timely manner
• Chasing all outstanding debt
• Allocating incoming payments
• Manage and process Sales Ledger queries
• Answering high volumes of incoming calls and emails
• Sending and reconciling customer statements
• Managing specific customer accounts and monitoring KPIs
• Attending weekly debt meetings
• Maintaining Excel spreadsheets

Our client is seeking a candidate with previous credit control or sales ledger experience. You will need to be happy to work within a fast-paced environment and with a sense of urgency.

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

Our client, based near to Reading station, is seeking a Part Time Finance officer. The role will require you to work up to 28 hours a week, with some hybrid working and flexibility. The full-time equivalent salary is £28K.

The role will involve: bank reconciliations, daily receipt and payment posting, weekly update of cashflow forecast with actuals, intercompany account reconciliation and other ad hoc accountancy duties.

Our client is seeking a candidate with experience of the above duties, who has come from an accounting and / or bookkeeping background and has a good level of Excel.


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.
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Joining this graduate management training scheme in Bracknell, you will learn about this market-leading electrical products business from the ground up and get to know how each department plays a significant role in their success. You'll receive a well-rounded training experience as well as completing a programme of professional sales training.

You'll be working for the UK's largest and most successful electrical wholesaler with annual sales of more than £1.7 billion. Trading from over 380 locations, the company employs over 4,000 staff and has more than 100,000 customers nationwide. They have a vast customer range including local authorities, schools and hospitals, electrical contracting companies and are even royal warrant holders.

Role Responsibilities

As a Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee, you will:

• Learn about key areas of the business, market and the company's product range which includes lighting, cabling, wiring accessories, control and automation, ventilation, water heating, emergency lighting and fire detection and security access control, to name a few.
• Complete a programme of professional sales training that will equip you with all of the tools and skills needed to thrive in a successful sales career.
• Build strong relationships with and deliver excellent customer service to new and existing B2B clients.
• Manage current sales accounts, spot opportunities for growth and maximise profitability.
• Quickly progress to Area Sales Manager level with salary increases and a company car (ideally within 6 months).

All of this should prepare you for a Business Manager position - becoming your own boss and being responsible for running your own multi-million-pound operation within the group.

Rewards

The package for this graduate sales and business management role includes:

• A starting salary of £27,500 - £29,000
• Your share of the company's profits in the form of a lucrative uncapped bonus
• Additional bonuses based on the completion of training goals
• Extensive training on the company, their products and the industry
• Continuous 'on the job' training and professional development
• Opportunity for a company car (upon progression to field sales role)
• Pension scheme
• 25 days paid holiday per year
• Opportunities to progress quickly and build a successful career

Requirements

To be successful in this Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee role, you should be:

• A well-presented, sales-focused graduate
• An excellent communicator and networker
• Tenacious, driven and money-motivated
• Able to build strong relationships with a wide variety of people
• In possession of a full UK driving licence

Think you've got what it takes? Don't miss out - apply today to find out more!

Your new company
A medium-sized technology firm located in central Reading (no parking available)

Your new role
Our client is seeking an experienced Credit Controller who can start immediately and commit to a month's temp assignment. You will be chasing payments both on the phone and by email. Allocating payments, reconciling accounts and managing new requests for credit.

What you'll need to succeed
Ability to start immediately and previous and recent credit control experience

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.

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Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for Delivery Drivers (Cat B) for our clients Distribution Operation in Reading so now is an exciting time to be part of our clients brand.

What will the role involve?
* You will be delivering packages across a planned route to an approved timescale
* Loading and unloading parcels from your van (must be able to lift a minimum of 23kg)
* Driving a company van.
* Full training and induction will be provided and you'll work with a supportive team (Fully paid training days)

As a Delivery Driver (Cat B) Driver, our client offers:
* £117 to £165 per day - Self Employed.
* Fully Expensed Van.
* 9 hour planned Delivery Route.
* Paid Training Days.
* Full induction and training with a supportive team once your on the road.
* Free car parking.

What are we looking for?
* You will need a UK or EU Driving Licence - 12 months+
* You must have no more than 6 penalty points on your licence
* Must be over the age of 21
* Hard-working, motivated and great at working in a fast-paced environment
* A good understanding of the local area would be an advantage.

If you are interested in this role then please apply ASAP
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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Role Overview
As a Project Administrator, you will play a crucial role in supporting the efficient delivery of our projects.
Key Responsibilities
Administrative Support: Assist project managers with day-to-day administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, maintaining project documentation, and handling correspondence.Data Management: Maintain accurate project records, track progress, and update databases. Prepare reports and presentations as needed.Communication: Liaise with internal teams, external partners, and volunteers. Ensure effective communication channels and timely updates.Logistics: Coordinate logistics for project events, workshops, and training sessions. Arrange travel, accommodation, and venue bookings.Financial Administration: Assist with budget tracking, expense claims, and financial reporting.Risk Management: Identify and mitigate project risks. Monitor project timelines and escalate issues as necessary.
Qualifications and SkillsExperience: Previous experience in project administration or a related role is desirable.Organisational Skills: Excellent organisational and time management abilities.Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and accuracy.Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills.IT Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools.Team Player: Collaborative and able to work effectively in a team environment.

What you need to do now


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Wirer role outside IR35!

£18/hr Ltd + Overtime

Are you looking for your next workshop-based Wirer role?

Do you have experience wiring large power distribution boxes?

Our client manufactures everything from extension leads, cables, sockets, and electrical distribution boxes. There is a lot of diversity in the products, which means no two days are the same.

Wirer Requirements:

• Must have previously held 18th Edition qualification / ECS card
• Prior experience as an assembler in an Electrical environment
• Previous experience with rack builds and panel wiring
• Able to do point to point wiring
• Expertise in crimping, cable making and harnesses
• Wirer must be capable of wiring and general assembly
• Must possess a good understanding of engineering drawings and be able to assemble products accordingly

Wirer Responsibilities:

• To wire, assemble and build products as requested
• Follow engineering diagrams and pick up on errors where applicable
• To be responsible for the quality of your production and assembly output
• To liaise with the Production Supervisor on current production targets, schedules and workload
• To alert the Production Supervisor as to any procedural changes

If this looks like your next Wirer role, please click Apply Now and we will contact you shortly.

Your new company

Are a progressive and innovative professional services firm based in Berkshire. Their significant growth in recent years has led to an impressive turnover exceeding £10M, and they now boast a team of nearly 200 dedicated professionals.

Your new role

• Perform thorough analyses on the origin of funds to ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
• Examine data from multiple sources to confirm the accuracy and consistency of the client profile, and reach out to clients or other relevant individuals when needed.
• Collaborate with counsel and Senior Executive to obtain further details or clarifications.
• Accurately record information, evaluations, and documents in the case management system, including preparing an analysis and report.
• 9:00am - 5:30pm Monday-Friday
• Salary £24,000-£28,000 dependent on experience

What you'll need to succeed

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service capabilities.
• Exhibits strong communication skills and commercial acumen.
• Possesses meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to understanding and implementing policies and procedures.
• Preferably has knowledge of company accounts, pensions, investments, and trusts.
• Familiar with cryptocurrency.
• Proficient in interpreting bank statements, transfers, foreign currency, and tracking financial transactions in compliance.

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
Hays are working with a client who is looking to bring in two new cleaners to work across the Slough area on an ongoing basis.
Your new role
You will be required to work either in a team of 2 or by yourself to work across the Slough patch working on domestic and commercial properties.
You will be assigned different properties and buildings to go to and carry out the work.
The client is very busy and, therefore, there is a lot of work that will be required to be done, keeping you busy for a number of months.

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to have experience of cleaning windows professionally (must provide references).
You will need to be able to use equipment such as pole reaches and other cleaning equipment.
You will need to have good time management and organisational skills as the client will have deadlines and timeframes that they will need to meet in order to deliver for their end clients.
What you'll get in return
You will receive an hourly rate of £15 per hour via an umbrella company, and also have the option to be paid direct through Hays PAYE.
You will receive weekly payments.
You will be working 40 hours per week (8am to 4pm).
Long-term work
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 Miekyle now on 07738349928.
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
A growing established business.


Your new role
Manage in house accounts team

Implement system to allow accurate reporting (P&L, Data Analysis and Forecasting)

Liaise with Accountants in each country to ensure they have all information regular meetings to ensure accurate information flow

Go through VAT returns issued by all entities for sign offMake sure procurement procedures tie in properly with the accounts department

Review staff and build your own new team if required

Reviewing and issuing management accounts monthly to Directors (all Entities)Liaise with internal HR to review payroll procedures in all entities

What you'll need to succeed
Qualified at ACCA, CIMA, or ACA
Extensive experience in a smiler role
Experienced with improving processes.


What you'll get in return
£70,000 - £100,000 depending on experience
Bonus
Private Medical
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