Total 210 Human Resources job vacancies in Reading

Up to £56,000 DOE plus Additional Benefits

Permanent (Full-time)

Reading, Berkshire UK

Your new company

You will be joining an organisation which has been at the forefront of UK higher education for nearly a century. They have become innovators and pioneers over the years, pushing academic boundaries and leading social change. This role sits within the Digital Research Computing Team, which provides specialist expertise in the provision and use of IT, computation and data analysis to support research and academic teaching.

Your new role
The role is accountable for the strategic engagement, vision, development and delivery of Digital Technology Services (DTS) in support of research. To proactively manage and co-ordinate between research groups and DTS, supporting executive and senior management across all areas to ensure suitable digital research services and appropriate digital research support processes are in place, documented, and available to support research within the organisation.

What you'll need to succeed
The right candidate will have experience leading strategic development and designing services in conjunction with functional teams is essential. They will also have experience with creating, maintaining, and supporting customer business plans. Previous experience working in various public sector organisations is highly advantageous, with a background working in research or managing a research team being highly desirable. Good stakeholder relationships and engagement is essential, as well as great communication skills.

What you'll get in return
You will be entitled to the full employee benefits package of a permanent employee (more information can be provided), which includes access to training materials and courses to enhance your development. The organisation adopts a flexible and hybrid working policy where you can adjust your start/finish working hours and where the minimum requirement to be in the office is 2 days a week.

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.

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

Recruitment Consultant - Blue Collar Construction - Reading

£28K-£40K Per annum (salary negotiable dependent on experience) OTE £60K-£80K + Rewards & Incentives.

Do you want to work for a well-established leading recruitment organisation that combines a fun vibrant working culture with industry leading support, training and career development?

Daniel Owen is one of the largest specialist construction recruitment agencies across the UK providing a first-class recruitment service to all clients and candidates.

Since 1986 we have been one of the leading specialist construction recruitment agencies, with our blue collar trades and labour division being the backbone of our business. Following on from another successful year, we are now on the lookout for another Recruitment Consultant to join the DO team, specialising in blue collar construction.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside some of our top performers and billers within the business to assist you in becoming an expert in the industry. This position would see you coming into a warm desk from day one, working with an established client base covering temp blue collar roles in and around the Reading area.

Daniel Owen have been working in this market for almost 40 years and have an exceptional reputation in this industry, covering blue collar, white collar and business support roles. Working closely together this will be of assistance to you when developing new client relationships.

We pride ourselves on our vibrant and rewarding culture, every win big or small is celebrated and there is a real family feel where everyone is part of the same team. You will also enjoy our employee benefits package including holiday buy and sell back scheme, private medical insurance, contributory pension scheme, life assurance policy and 25 days a year holiday.

In Return a Recruitment Consultant at Daniel Owen gets:

• Flexible benefits package: Holiday buy and sell back scheme, plus a day off for your birthday and Christmas, competitive base salary, generous commission scheme, contributory pension scheme, private health care, life assurance and
• Rewards: Quarterly incentives, reward-based events, company funded holidays to locations such as Marbella, Prague, Manchester & more.
• Become a recruitment expert: Enrolment on our bespoke and highly successful training programme, allowing you to progress your career within Daniel Owen and become an expert in the industry.
• Fast track your career: Rapid career progression with promotions typically every 12-18 months, offering clear and achievable goals for advancement opportunities.
• Expand your knowledge: Fully funded Recruitment qualifications

What you will be doing as a Recruitment Consultant?

• Managing and maintaining client relationships through the fulfilment of needs and expectations
• Sourcing and selecting candidates for each role
• Adhering to company values
• Managing candidate administration including time sheets and right to work documentation
• Using job boards to conduct CV searches and post job adverts
• Using our tailored data base to assist you when searching for candidates
• Using social media platforms like LinkedIn to become an expert in the industry

If you could see yourself being a part of this team and a company who values and develops their employees, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team.

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Audit Senior/Semi-Senior
Thames Valley
Dependent on experience
Permanent, Full-time

Your new company
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Top 50 practice with offices throughout the south of England. They provide accounting, audit and taxation services to a wide variety of clients. They are committed to providing a friendly, personal service to their clients, and pride themselves in the longevity of their relationships. They are currently looking to recruit an Audit seniors and semi-seniors. Within our Audit & Assurance team, this role can be based in either our Newbury, Oxford or Reading office. This is a key role, requiring a passion for audit and so we are looking for an accomplished audit professional.


Your new role
Due to continued growth, we have fantastic opportunities for hardworking Senior/Semi Senior Accountants (qualified or ACCA/ACA part qualified) with the motivation to continue to develop their career with a forward-thinking, friendly and inclusive firm of accountants and business advisers. You will have a passion for client service with a keen interest to further your own personal and professional development. You will receive excellent training and study support to conclude your professional qualification.

You will be responsible for assisting on audit assignments and receive comprehensive training to allow you to progress running complete audit assignments from planning to completion. You will work with a variety of clients in a variety of sectors and gain a broad depth of business understanding. Preparation of statutory accounts and corporation tax returns. You will be responsible for supervising juniors from time to time.


What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate will be an ACA / ACCA trainee accountant, part way through their studies or even a part qualified/ finalist trainee or fully qualified and will have at least 18 months experience within an audit team carrying out audit assignments. You will be well presented, personable and be a team player. Good experience of assisting on audit assignments is essential. Experience with a wide range of software packages, including Caseware, would be an advantage


What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available.
Alongside a competitive salary, you will benefit from the firm's comprehensive benefits package. This includes a variety of benefits, such as pension, life assurance, buy & sell holiday, income protection and dental insurance as well as a cycle to work 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 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

Supply Chain Customer Service Advisor
Responsibilities:

• Be the go-to person for operational teams when they encounter purchasing problems.
• Work with suppliers to resolve these issues to the satisfaction of the operational contact.
• Assist locations in requesting new suppliers.
• Ensure they follow the correct procedures during supplier onboarding.
• Be the go-to person for operational teams when they encounter purchasing problems.
• Work with suppliers to resolve these issues to the satisfaction of the operational contact.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding unit openings and closures.
• Request new accounts for units and confirm with operational teams.
• Help suppliers with PDF invoicing queries.
• Handle complaints promptly by liaising with suppliers.
• Ensure timely responses and resolution.
• Keep the CSL updated with default price levels and other relevant information.
• Add new units and make the necessary changes based on supply chain requests.
• Coordinate price level changes with suppliers.
• Address queries related to unit prices.

Skills needed:

• Can handle pressure well and prioritise effectively.
• Takes individual responsibility.
• Passionate about providing excellent customer service.
• Excellent at handling customers.
• Analyses and acts on management information.
• Focused on achieving goals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly motivated and ready for industry changes.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, competitive environment.

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

Audit Manager
Permanent, Full-time
Newbury, Oxford or Reading


Our client is currently looking to recruit an Audit Manager within our Audit & Assurance team. This role can be based in either our Newbury, Oxford or Reading office.

This is a key role, requiring a passion for audit, and so we are looking for an accomplished audit professional with previous experience operating at a manager level who shares in this enthusiasm. You would make a significant contribution towards the overall future development and success of this service line as well as the firm as a whole.You would oversee the effective management of a substantial portfolio of clients; planning assignments, briefing staff on the clients' business, ensuring all work carried out is compliant with auditing standards and that client and statutory deadlines are routinely met and exceeded. You would also oversee advisory engagements as part of your developing role. Business development experience would be an advantage as the role would provide the opportunity to identify new business, research and prepare proposals, as well as take part in formal presentations to prospective clients.
Overall job purposeTo profitably manage a substantial portfolio of clients in the office, ensuring both excellent client service and making a significant contribution towards the overall future development and success of the service line and the firm.
Responsibilities

• To manage assignments in accordance with the firm's standard procedures and confirm arrangements with the client, including likely costs and billing arrangements.
• To ensure audit quality at all times. Assist with internal and external quality assurance, ensuring any actions are completed in line with the firms and professional standards.
• To brief staff on the client's business and the pre-assignment instructions, to supervise and control the completion of work, and to undertake 'on the job' training and appraisals where necessary.
• To ensure that the job is completed within budget, and to discuss all materials points arising with the assignment partner and client immediately, particularly in relation to any anticipated overruns.
• To liaise with the client throughout the year and to practise the principles of excellent client service at all times.
• To ensure that appropriate liaison takes place with all other departments, and that all potential client needs are identified and serviced accordingly.
• To develop a detailed knowledge of the firm's specialist services and to undertake special work in response to client needs where appropriate.
• To perform the firm's review and completion procedures, to attend the final meeting with the client, and to ensure that the client subsequently receives the final accounts and commercial management letter on a timely basis.
• To oversee adhoc advisory projects;
• To ensure the profitable recoverability of work in progress, and to bill clients on a timely basis.
• To maintain an advanced level of technical knowledge through appropriate reading and courses, and to fulfil the Institute's CPD requirements.
• To research and prepare proposals for new work, and to take part in formal presentations to prospective clients.
• To act as a line manager to students and/or seniors;
• To take an active involvement in prospective client seminars, and to effectively follow-up contact made.
• Attend staff meetings and training as required.
• Carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the role as reasonably requested by the line manager, Partner or Head of Service Line.
  
  

Personal and professional qualities

Essential:

• Candidates must be ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Previous experience operating at manager level in a similar role;
• Proven experience in managing a portfolio of clients and developing strong client relationships;
• Proven wide audit experience in producing high quality audits;
• Audit experience within the SME sector would be advantageous;
• Charity experience is also desirable but not essential;
• Business development experience and interest would be a distinct advantage

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

Retail Team Leader

Salary: £12.94 per hour inclusive of holiday pay (£11.55 per hour + £1.39 holiday pay) + Enhancements

Location: Reading

*Access to wages from 3 days after shift completion*Immediate Start*Holiday Pay*

As a stock taking Team Leader you will take accountability for managing teams of up to 60 stock counters, delivering the end to end stock taking service while on our client's sites. The shifts lengths vary, and we require flexible availability, you will be required to travel to a different client site each day and may occasionally be expected to stay away from home.

Days: Monday - Sunday (Up to 5 days in a 7 day working pattern and there is the possibility flexibility in the working days per week if required)

Hours of Work: Evening/Night shifts.

Benefits:

• Colleagues will be offered a benefit called Wagestream, which enables colleagues to track, save and access up to 50% of their wages prior to pay day. Wagestream also offers financial advice, all contributing to the financial wellbeing of RAS colleagues
• Full time / permanent salaries available
• Expenses paid
• Ongoing training
• Progression opportunities
• Paid holiday
• Overseas opportunities

You will be expected to ensure the following within your team:

· Correct procedures and processes are followed

· Exceptional customer service standards are delivered on all sites

· Stock Counts are completed accurately and within the given time frame

· Team productivity is monitored and improved where possible

Person Specification:

• A Full Driving License
• Outstanding customer service skills
• The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel
• Basic IT skills
• The ability to remain focused when under pressure
• Manage time effectively and work without immediate supervision
• Willingness and ability to travel

Full training in our systems and client procedures will be provided.

We look forward to receiving your application.

https://www.retailassetsolutions.com/who-we-are/

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Retail Team Leader

Salary: £29,000-£30,000 per annum plus £290 per month car allowance

Location: Reading

As a Retail Team Leader you will take accountability for managing teams of up to 60 stock counters, delivering the end to end stock taking service while on our client's sites. We require flexible availability, as the shift lengths may vary and you will be travelling to a different client site each day. You may occasionally be expected to stay away from home.

Days: Monday - Sunday (5 in 7 day working shift pattern)

Hours of Work: Evening/Night shifts.

Benefits:

• Full mileage or company car
• Full time / permanent salaries available
• Expenses paid
• Ongoing training
• Progression opportunities
• Paid holiday
• Overseas opportunities

You will be expected to ensure the following within your team:

• Correct procedures and processes are followed
• Exceptional customer service standards are delivered on all sites
• Stock Counts are completed accurately and within the given time frame
• Team productivity is monitored and improved where possible

Person Specification:

• A Full Driving License
• Outstanding customer service skills
• The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel
• Basic IT skills
• The ability to remain focused when under pressure
• Manage time effectively and work without immediate supervision
• Willingness and ability to travel

Please note all work will require prolonged periods of standing and some use of step stools and ladders. Some sites are in warehouses or large retail premises where you may be required to access and work with ground and high level stock.

This role will involve working unsociable hours, working early mornings or night shifts, this therefore means we are unable to hire anyone under the age of 18 years.

If you think you are suitable for this position and you want to find out more please apply today!

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Sales Administrator
To be responsible for maximising revenue from sales of tickets, hospitality and memberships whilst providing exceptional levels of customer service.

• To assist with day-to-day sales and queries from customers in person and over the phone, including event days
• To process ticketing and hospitality related sales and enquiries via all sales channels within agreed timelines
• To ensure all products purchased for dispatch by post are dispatched within agreed timelines.
• To assist with the set-up of all sales platforms
• To deliver an excellent customer experience, exercising flexibility to provide a personalised service exceeding our customers' expectations.
• To maximise all sales opportunities by engaging and understanding the customer's requirements.
• To carry out any other tasks as directed by your line manager.
• To ensure your working space is always kept clean and tidy, adhering to the business' clear desk policy.
• To process ticketing and hospitality related sales and enquiries via all sales channels within agreed timelines
• To role model behaviours by providing shadowing, support, and monitoring for event day and part-timestaff as required.
• There is an expectation that you will undertake adhoc work on an exceptional basis or provide relevant cover for other team tasks.

Behaviour and Skills

• To be a role model for all the client's values and ways of working - walk the talk.
• To exude a can-do attitude
• To be flexible and agile and always ready to adapt when things don't go to plan.
• To be an ambassador for business
• To act in a manner that supports the business' vision and values at all times.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent teamwork
• Proactive and positive attitude
• Resilient in difficult situations
• Good computer and numeracy skills
• Able to give and receive feedback from colleagues.
• Understands who drives customer satisfaction and behaviour.
• Takes ownership and follows up on any issues, makes well-considered and timely decisions.
• Strong understanding of sales systems
• Performance management tools
• Development opportunities within the role

Hours: 37.5 hours a week - including occasional time on Saturdays which is given back in lieu.9am - 5pmFree car parkingFree entrance to eventsSalary: £25k per annum

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

Complaint Officer - Temporary Role
Responsibilities:

• Deliver efficient resolutions and next steps for customers, demonstrating sophisticated influencing and negotiation skills.
• Be responsive to changing customer needs, showing empathy during challenging conversations. Handle situations involving hate crime, domestic abuse, trauma, complex financial issues, and other complex experiences.
• Commit to developing expertise in critical specialist areas. Be prepared to take on new areas as customer demand and business needs evolve. Effectively communicate the business' approach to both internal stakeholders and customers.
• Build customer confidence in digital channels. Personally embrace new digital tools to deliver excellent customer service.
• Utilise data and behavioural insights to propose service innovations. Actively contribute to driving positive change.
• Take personal pride in the neighbourhoods and engage in complex multi-stakeholder communications.

Skills needed:

• MUST HAVE Stage 2 Customer Service experience and experience working in housing.
• Demonstrated experience in providing excellent customer service.
• Proficiently handled cases involving individuals with diverse specialist and complex needs.
• Committed to innovation, quality, customer service, and cost-effectiveness.
• Possesses strong communication skills, positively influencing and negotiating outcomes.
• Skilled in adopting new digital solutions and driving organisational change.
• Successfully worked in partnerships to meet customer needs, navigating complex multi-agency relationships.
• Thinks beyond processes to find creative solutions for customers.

Scope:

• Budgets - making good use of available budgets.
• Area of impact - the direct customer experience including the handling of complex cases and managing stakeholder relationships
• Nature of impact - responsible for delivering services that meet high standards for customer experience. Business wide impact in communicating clear narrative regarding the business' approach.
• Decision-making authority - day-to-day operational decisions and decisions relating to customers that demonstrate commitment to a personal approach.
  Planning - the ability to balance work coming in over a given day or week, and to contribute to medium-term planning spanning one to three months.

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

Complaint Officer - Temporary Role
Responsibilities:

• Deliver efficient resolutions and next steps for customers, demonstrating sophisticated influencing and negotiation skills.
• Be responsive to changing customer needs, showing empathy during challenging conversations. Handle situations involving hate crime, domestic abuse, trauma, complex financial issues, and other complex experiences.
• Commit to developing expertise in critical specialist areas. Be prepared to take on new areas as customer demand and business needs evolve. Effectively communicate the business' approach to both internal stakeholders and customers.
• Build customer confidence in digital channels. Personally embrace new digital tools to deliver excellent customer service.
• Utilise data and behavioural insights to propose service innovations. Actively contribute to driving positive change.
• Take personal pride in the neighbourhoods and engage in complex multi-stakeholder communications.

Skills needed:

• MUST HAVE Stage 2 Customer Service experience and experience working in housing.
• Demonstrated experience in providing excellent customer service.
• Proficiently handled cases involving individuals with diverse specialist and complex needs.
• Committed to innovation, quality, customer service, and cost-effectiveness.
• Possesses strong communication skills, positively influencing and negotiating outcomes.
• Skilled in adopting new digital solutions and driving organisational change.
• Successfully worked in partnerships to meet customer needs, navigating complex multi-agency relationships.
• Thinks beyond processes to find creative solutions for customers.

Scope:

• Budgets - making good use of available budgets.
• Area of impact - the direct customer experience including the handling of complex cases and managing stakeholder relationships
• Nature of impact - responsible for delivering services that meet high standards for customer experience. Business wide impact in communicating clear narrative regarding the business' approach.
• Decision-making authority - day-to-day operational decisions and decisions relating to customers that demonstrate commitment to a personal approach.
  Planning - the ability to balance work coming in over a given day or week, and to contribute to medium-term planning spanning one to three months.

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