Assistant Management Accountant Preston £30-35K DOE, 12m FTC Hybrid. Are you looking to have access to excellent mentoring and exposure to supporting with Management Accounts? Are you ready to take the next step beyond the Accounts Assistant level? This 12 month role will provide just that; bridging the gap between transactional and MA and giving you the experience you need to progress your career. Due to increased workload , we have an incredible opportunity for an individual who is keen to develop their Management Accounts exposure within a highly successful, PLC owned market-leading manufacturing Group. Although an FTC this role is a rare opportunity for someone to take the step from Accounts Assistant to Assistant Management Accountant without necessarily having already had significant exposure. The role can be tailored to the candidate's experience level. So, if your experience has mainly been across transactional and you are really keen to advance, this role will provide that development for you - paving the way for you to progress into a more comprehensive Management Accounting role. This role could also suit a candidate with existing exposure to supporting with Management Accounts, perhaps within an SME, but who is keen to gain experience with a large PLC, along with the opportunity to be involved with the reporting requirements that this entails. Essentially, the role can be tailored to suit the candidate's existing knowledge and to ensure that the successful individual is continuously developed at the right pace in order to gain further experience. The Assistant Management Accountant will report into the FC and will work closely with the Management Accountant, assisting with with timely and accurate delivery of financial information for various entities operating within this division of the Group. Further opportunities could potentially arise at the end of this contract within the large, growing Group. Duties could include: Updating of accrual and prepayment schedules Obtaining and reviewing data for reporting purposes Reviewing of nominal ledgers and summarising operating costs analysis Analysis of high-risk nominal codes Assisting the transactional team with reviewing and posting credit card statements Collating data for intercompany recharges, posting the journals into the ERP system and reconciling the balances Running off VAT reports and performing checks on the data Working with internal stakeholders to obtain copy export sale documentation Maintaining a fleet info and tracking mileage and fuel spend Assist with the monthly payroll reports Posting journals into the ERP system Assisting with improving financial controls Updating the management account packs Balance sheet reconciliations P&L results review and comparisons Running reports and collating data for internal audit Nominal analysis for forecasts and budgets Ad hoc reports Experience and attributes: Solid experience across transactional finance Some exposure to supporting with Management Accounts - desirable but not essential Ambitious with a desire to learn and develop - embracing all potential to gain experience Good systems and excel skills Analytical approach Inquisitive and confident to ask questions Good communicator In return you will receive excellent training, 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, Life insurance, variety of discounts, hybrid working.
Sep 03, 2025
Contractor
Assistant Management Accountant Preston £30-35K DOE, 12m FTC Hybrid. Are you looking to have access to excellent mentoring and exposure to supporting with Management Accounts? Are you ready to take the next step beyond the Accounts Assistant level? This 12 month role will provide just that; bridging the gap between transactional and MA and giving you the experience you need to progress your career. Due to increased workload , we have an incredible opportunity for an individual who is keen to develop their Management Accounts exposure within a highly successful, PLC owned market-leading manufacturing Group. Although an FTC this role is a rare opportunity for someone to take the step from Accounts Assistant to Assistant Management Accountant without necessarily having already had significant exposure. The role can be tailored to the candidate's experience level. So, if your experience has mainly been across transactional and you are really keen to advance, this role will provide that development for you - paving the way for you to progress into a more comprehensive Management Accounting role. This role could also suit a candidate with existing exposure to supporting with Management Accounts, perhaps within an SME, but who is keen to gain experience with a large PLC, along with the opportunity to be involved with the reporting requirements that this entails. Essentially, the role can be tailored to suit the candidate's existing knowledge and to ensure that the successful individual is continuously developed at the right pace in order to gain further experience. The Assistant Management Accountant will report into the FC and will work closely with the Management Accountant, assisting with with timely and accurate delivery of financial information for various entities operating within this division of the Group. Further opportunities could potentially arise at the end of this contract within the large, growing Group. Duties could include: Updating of accrual and prepayment schedules Obtaining and reviewing data for reporting purposes Reviewing of nominal ledgers and summarising operating costs analysis Analysis of high-risk nominal codes Assisting the transactional team with reviewing and posting credit card statements Collating data for intercompany recharges, posting the journals into the ERP system and reconciling the balances Running off VAT reports and performing checks on the data Working with internal stakeholders to obtain copy export sale documentation Maintaining a fleet info and tracking mileage and fuel spend Assist with the monthly payroll reports Posting journals into the ERP system Assisting with improving financial controls Updating the management account packs Balance sheet reconciliations P&L results review and comparisons Running reports and collating data for internal audit Nominal analysis for forecasts and budgets Ad hoc reports Experience and attributes: Solid experience across transactional finance Some exposure to supporting with Management Accounts - desirable but not essential Ambitious with a desire to learn and develop - embracing all potential to gain experience Good systems and excel skills Analytical approach Inquisitive and confident to ask questions Good communicator In return you will receive excellent training, 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, Life insurance, variety of discounts, hybrid working.
Billing / Sales Ledger Assistant Harrogate Hybrid (2 office days) We are delighted to be partnering with a highly reputable professional services firm to appoint a Billing / Sales Ledger Assistant for their Harrogate office. The successful will join a small, well-established billing team to ensure an efficient and timely billing service is provided to their clients, in line with the level of excellence that the firm strives to achieve. The billing team produce bills for multiple offices across the UK. The culture is warm and supportive with the aim of ensuring that it is company that people enjoy being part of and that it's truly a great place to work. Role: Be responsible for processing bills for an allocated office, whilst being familiar with the requirements relating to all sites and sections of the client base. Ensure that bills are processed accurately and efficiently and that invoices are dispatched in accordance with agreed deadlines. Deal with billing queries and requests efficiently and professionally Achieve approvals from the relevant channels prior to invoice submission. Ensure aspects of billing that have been transferred or written off have received the appropriate authorisation and are processed accurately. Deal with general client queries and queries from internal stakeholders, liaising with colleagues as needed. Assist as required with general accounting tasks Skills and experience: Previous experience of raising bills or invoices A general understanding of financial transactions - debits and credits A desire to work with in a professional firm Good finance systems skills Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy Strong communication skills, written and verbal Adaptable team player, Keen to learn existing processes and also develop in the role, bringing new ideas Standard working hours are 9-5. Excellent benefits are offered such as 25 days holiday plus bank holiday, hybrid working, private health care after probation, and access to critical illness cover.
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Billing / Sales Ledger Assistant Harrogate Hybrid (2 office days) We are delighted to be partnering with a highly reputable professional services firm to appoint a Billing / Sales Ledger Assistant for their Harrogate office. The successful will join a small, well-established billing team to ensure an efficient and timely billing service is provided to their clients, in line with the level of excellence that the firm strives to achieve. The billing team produce bills for multiple offices across the UK. The culture is warm and supportive with the aim of ensuring that it is company that people enjoy being part of and that it's truly a great place to work. Role: Be responsible for processing bills for an allocated office, whilst being familiar with the requirements relating to all sites and sections of the client base. Ensure that bills are processed accurately and efficiently and that invoices are dispatched in accordance with agreed deadlines. Deal with billing queries and requests efficiently and professionally Achieve approvals from the relevant channels prior to invoice submission. Ensure aspects of billing that have been transferred or written off have received the appropriate authorisation and are processed accurately. Deal with general client queries and queries from internal stakeholders, liaising with colleagues as needed. Assist as required with general accounting tasks Skills and experience: Previous experience of raising bills or invoices A general understanding of financial transactions - debits and credits A desire to work with in a professional firm Good finance systems skills Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy Strong communication skills, written and verbal Adaptable team player, Keen to learn existing processes and also develop in the role, bringing new ideas Standard working hours are 9-5. Excellent benefits are offered such as 25 days holiday plus bank holiday, hybrid working, private health care after probation, and access to critical illness cover.
Finance Manager, North Manchester £55-60k 4 days per week full time salary , Hybrid (3 days office, 1 day wfh) We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a well-established manufacturing and retail business on their journey of evolution and rapid growth. The successful scaling of the business has seen a need for implementation of robust controls and improved processes and systems. This is a work in progress, and the successful individual will be a key player, working closely with the Head of Finance to streamline and improve the finance function and associated systems. A key focus will be around day-to-day cash management, as well as supporting with management accounts and month-end duties and areas such as fixed asset management and asset financing. As well as being hands-on with the detail, this person will be a senior point of contact for the finance team; overseeing and supporting transactional colleagues to ensure collective deadlines are met. This is an exciting and challenging role, with a clear pathway for future progression in a thriving business. Duties: Daily cash management working closely with FC & CFO to ensure payments are made accurately and to deadline Arrange payment of creditors: either by BACS or DD Process miscellaneous supplier invoices & support team with processing as & when required Dealing with day-to-day requirements of the Invoice Financing Facility Management of Asset Financing & Leases & Contracts Credit Card Distribution and Uploads Daily & Monthly Bank Reconciliations Balance Sheet Reconciliations VAT Returns Creation & Management of Fixed Assets and Trademarks Prepayments and monthly Journals including Payroll Preparing accounts for month end Supporting Business Partners with internal and external legal requirements Liaise with other departments to ensure correct appropriation of company funds. Oversee and mentor junior team members Experience and qualities: Relevant finance qualification or Part-Qualified / QBE with strong experience Demonstrable experience in a senior finance role within a busy SME Thorough, practical understanding of transactional finance (particularly cash management) as well as management accounts A desire to be hands-on and in the detail, whilst also able to step back and see the bigger picture, suggesting and implementing continuous improvements Good technical and systems skills SAP experience welcomed People person, with strong mentoring and leadership skills Embraces a fast-paced, challenging environment requiring adaptability during business evolution Positive, solution-focused team player In return you will benefit from working within a business that fosters an open, honest and collaborative culture which isn t overly hierarchical, and where you ll have the autonomy to make a real impact. Benefits include full-time pay for a 4 day working week, as well as 20 days holiday and bank holiday.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Finance Manager, North Manchester £55-60k 4 days per week full time salary , Hybrid (3 days office, 1 day wfh) We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a well-established manufacturing and retail business on their journey of evolution and rapid growth. The successful scaling of the business has seen a need for implementation of robust controls and improved processes and systems. This is a work in progress, and the successful individual will be a key player, working closely with the Head of Finance to streamline and improve the finance function and associated systems. A key focus will be around day-to-day cash management, as well as supporting with management accounts and month-end duties and areas such as fixed asset management and asset financing. As well as being hands-on with the detail, this person will be a senior point of contact for the finance team; overseeing and supporting transactional colleagues to ensure collective deadlines are met. This is an exciting and challenging role, with a clear pathway for future progression in a thriving business. Duties: Daily cash management working closely with FC & CFO to ensure payments are made accurately and to deadline Arrange payment of creditors: either by BACS or DD Process miscellaneous supplier invoices & support team with processing as & when required Dealing with day-to-day requirements of the Invoice Financing Facility Management of Asset Financing & Leases & Contracts Credit Card Distribution and Uploads Daily & Monthly Bank Reconciliations Balance Sheet Reconciliations VAT Returns Creation & Management of Fixed Assets and Trademarks Prepayments and monthly Journals including Payroll Preparing accounts for month end Supporting Business Partners with internal and external legal requirements Liaise with other departments to ensure correct appropriation of company funds. Oversee and mentor junior team members Experience and qualities: Relevant finance qualification or Part-Qualified / QBE with strong experience Demonstrable experience in a senior finance role within a busy SME Thorough, practical understanding of transactional finance (particularly cash management) as well as management accounts A desire to be hands-on and in the detail, whilst also able to step back and see the bigger picture, suggesting and implementing continuous improvements Good technical and systems skills SAP experience welcomed People person, with strong mentoring and leadership skills Embraces a fast-paced, challenging environment requiring adaptability during business evolution Positive, solution-focused team player In return you will benefit from working within a business that fosters an open, honest and collaborative culture which isn t overly hierarchical, and where you ll have the autonomy to make a real impact. Benefits include full-time pay for a 4 day working week, as well as 20 days holiday and bank holiday.
Credit Controller Salford Quays 28-30k Plus generous monthly bonus 12m FTC - potential for permanent We are partnering with a highly successful and diverse multi-site business as they look to appoint a number of experienced Credit Controllers. The ideal candidates will enjoy being part of a dynamic, ever-evolving and growing business and will thrive in a fast-paced and challenging environment. You will manage your own portfolio of customers, building relationships, collecting payments, negotiating, resolving queries, and working closely with other internal teams to reduce aged debt. This role is ideal for someone proactive and dynamic who thrives in a target-driven environment, and wants to contribute to continuous improvement within an expanding business. Although a 12month contract initially, there will always be a commitment to retain excellent individuals in this business and provide individuals with development and real career progression. Role : Manage a dedicated portfolio of customers, building strong relationships to maximise cash collection. Prioritise daily tasks to balance excellent customer service with achieving financial targets. Liaise with the other teams across the business to maintain accurate ledgers and resolve queries. Collaborate with colleagues to support customer success and negotiate payment solutions. Work with team leaders and managers to present strategies for resolving challenging accounts. Forecast cash collections in collaboration with team managers and the Head of Department. Propose solutions for unrecoverable debts and assist in determining next steps. Undertake ad hoc duties as required. Experience: Demonstrable experience in a similar role. Exposure managing high-value customers /low-value, high-volume accounts. Proven history of consistently meeting collection targets. Demonstrated ability in effective debt management to timely resolution. Skilled in maintaining clear, accurate records in finance systems. Experience working in a very busy office environment with tight deadlines and KPIs. Strong Excel skills Experience in change management or process improvements. Personal Qualities: Works well under pressure and manages own workload effectively. Personable yet firm when handling client issues and overdue debts. Excellent attention to detail and high degree of accuracy. Adaptable to changing priorities and environments. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Positive, proactive, and flexible approach. Strategic thinker who can propose fresh solutions to stakeholders. Benefits: Competitive salary and excellent bonus scheme. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. 25 days holiday Gym, on site staff restaurant, life assurance, range of discounts Focus on well-being and support
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
Credit Controller Salford Quays 28-30k Plus generous monthly bonus 12m FTC - potential for permanent We are partnering with a highly successful and diverse multi-site business as they look to appoint a number of experienced Credit Controllers. The ideal candidates will enjoy being part of a dynamic, ever-evolving and growing business and will thrive in a fast-paced and challenging environment. You will manage your own portfolio of customers, building relationships, collecting payments, negotiating, resolving queries, and working closely with other internal teams to reduce aged debt. This role is ideal for someone proactive and dynamic who thrives in a target-driven environment, and wants to contribute to continuous improvement within an expanding business. Although a 12month contract initially, there will always be a commitment to retain excellent individuals in this business and provide individuals with development and real career progression. Role : Manage a dedicated portfolio of customers, building strong relationships to maximise cash collection. Prioritise daily tasks to balance excellent customer service with achieving financial targets. Liaise with the other teams across the business to maintain accurate ledgers and resolve queries. Collaborate with colleagues to support customer success and negotiate payment solutions. Work with team leaders and managers to present strategies for resolving challenging accounts. Forecast cash collections in collaboration with team managers and the Head of Department. Propose solutions for unrecoverable debts and assist in determining next steps. Undertake ad hoc duties as required. Experience: Demonstrable experience in a similar role. Exposure managing high-value customers /low-value, high-volume accounts. Proven history of consistently meeting collection targets. Demonstrated ability in effective debt management to timely resolution. Skilled in maintaining clear, accurate records in finance systems. Experience working in a very busy office environment with tight deadlines and KPIs. Strong Excel skills Experience in change management or process improvements. Personal Qualities: Works well under pressure and manages own workload effectively. Personable yet firm when handling client issues and overdue debts. Excellent attention to detail and high degree of accuracy. Adaptable to changing priorities and environments. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Positive, proactive, and flexible approach. Strategic thinker who can propose fresh solutions to stakeholders. Benefits: Competitive salary and excellent bonus scheme. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. 25 days holiday Gym, on site staff restaurant, life assurance, range of discounts Focus on well-being and support
Payroll Team Leader Full Time (Hybrid) Paying 38-40k ( overall remuneration package on offer (incremental annual pay progression, LGPS DB pension scheme, 39 days annual leave per year including bank holidays , flexible working availability) Permanent Our client is looking to recruit a Payroll Team Leader to oversee the day-to-day administration of the payroll system, procedures and delivery of service, ensuring the statutory, legal, and contractual requirements are met and that payments are processed accurately and within the agreed timescales on a monthly basis. Key responsibilities of the Payroll Team Leader: To act in a supervisory role within the Payroll Team, ensuring that all staff (all monthly paid) are paid accurately and that payslips, statutory returns and reports are produced and validated in a timely manner. To act as a point of escalation for internal queries from the Payroll Team and for any queries Ensure appropriate workload allocation is managed across the Payroll & Pensions Officers, providing cover as appropriate during periods of annual leave and helping ensure sufficient resource is available during periods of peak activity. Administration of multiple pension schemes, ensuring all transactions are reported appropriately and queries from the pension administrators are actioned in a timely manner. Ensure compliance with statutory and pension scheme requirements, e.g. monthly pension returns, auto-enrolment, etc. Processing of monthly payroll, including post payroll reporting and general ledger upload. Preparation and reconciliation of month-end payments and returns (HMRC, pension administrators, etc.) Liaise with internal and external auditors, assisting as necessary and providing any required information. Keep up to date with relevant regulations/legislation, sharing detail with the team to ensure all members are fully informed. Work closely with other Operations teams within the POE division, ensuring that processes are effective and efficient, and taking an active role in service development / improvement activities. Work closely with the Payroll Manager to help develop the payroll offering, identifying efficiency opportunities within the payroll system and helping develop solutions. Deputise for the Payroll Manager as required. Carrying out other duties and projects appropriate to the grading of the post as may be directed by the Payroll Manager. If you are interested in this position and feel your experience matches the criteria then please apply now for immediate consideration or for more information please contact Andrew Davison. Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist operating across the North West of England. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Payroll Team Leader Full Time (Hybrid) Paying 38-40k ( overall remuneration package on offer (incremental annual pay progression, LGPS DB pension scheme, 39 days annual leave per year including bank holidays , flexible working availability) Permanent Our client is looking to recruit a Payroll Team Leader to oversee the day-to-day administration of the payroll system, procedures and delivery of service, ensuring the statutory, legal, and contractual requirements are met and that payments are processed accurately and within the agreed timescales on a monthly basis. Key responsibilities of the Payroll Team Leader: To act in a supervisory role within the Payroll Team, ensuring that all staff (all monthly paid) are paid accurately and that payslips, statutory returns and reports are produced and validated in a timely manner. To act as a point of escalation for internal queries from the Payroll Team and for any queries Ensure appropriate workload allocation is managed across the Payroll & Pensions Officers, providing cover as appropriate during periods of annual leave and helping ensure sufficient resource is available during periods of peak activity. Administration of multiple pension schemes, ensuring all transactions are reported appropriately and queries from the pension administrators are actioned in a timely manner. Ensure compliance with statutory and pension scheme requirements, e.g. monthly pension returns, auto-enrolment, etc. Processing of monthly payroll, including post payroll reporting and general ledger upload. Preparation and reconciliation of month-end payments and returns (HMRC, pension administrators, etc.) Liaise with internal and external auditors, assisting as necessary and providing any required information. Keep up to date with relevant regulations/legislation, sharing detail with the team to ensure all members are fully informed. Work closely with other Operations teams within the POE division, ensuring that processes are effective and efficient, and taking an active role in service development / improvement activities. Work closely with the Payroll Manager to help develop the payroll offering, identifying efficiency opportunities within the payroll system and helping develop solutions. Deputise for the Payroll Manager as required. Carrying out other duties and projects appropriate to the grading of the post as may be directed by the Payroll Manager. If you are interested in this position and feel your experience matches the criteria then please apply now for immediate consideration or for more information please contact Andrew Davison. Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist operating across the North West of England. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
HR Business Partner Worcester Maternity Cover - FTC (circa 9-10 months) Full time based on site Salary up to £70k plus benefits (There might be flex on salary DOE) Are you a talented HR Business Partner looking to make your mark within a manufacturing and engineering environment? While experience in these sectors is preferred, if you come from a different background but are keen to thrive in this setting, I d love to hear from you. This role would suit someone with strong Operational HR experience and the ability to drive the People Agenda within the business. You will be a Generalist, passionate about HR, used to working in an SME environment, happy being hands on with the ability to be creative, sometimes with limited resource. Key Responsibilities of the HR Business Partner: HR Generalist responsibilities, partnering with key stakeholders to drive the people agenda Oversee employee relations ensuring the provision of legally complaint advice and coaching is provided to leadership at all levels. Be accountable for confidentiality and compliance, ensuring code of conduct and data protection principles are adhered to in all HR related practices undertaken Strengthen relations with the surrounding communities for career advice and apprenticeship opportunities Be able to deputise for the HR Director as and when required Lead on HR projects including a focus on data and how to best utilise this across the business Key requirements for the HR Business Partner: CIPD qualified or equivalent Strong Generalist HR experience at both Operational and Strategic level Experience working within Human Resources at HR Business Partner level is essential Preference for a background in manufacturing or engineering, but open to considering other relevant backgrounds Strong influencing and relationship building skills Good knowledge of employment law, current employment best practices and trends Strong analytical skills with attention to detail with a passion for data Be able to demonstrate experience of handling a complex and diverse workload Ability to explain Human Resource matters to all levels through presentations, individual face to face meeting and small groups Be able to travel as part of the job role when needed to other UK sites Must be self-driven and able to prioritise workload If you are interested in this HR Business Partner position and feel your experience matches the criteria, then please apply now for immediate consideration or for more information please contact Kerry Norman. Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist operating across the Northwest of England. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
HR Business Partner Worcester Maternity Cover - FTC (circa 9-10 months) Full time based on site Salary up to £70k plus benefits (There might be flex on salary DOE) Are you a talented HR Business Partner looking to make your mark within a manufacturing and engineering environment? While experience in these sectors is preferred, if you come from a different background but are keen to thrive in this setting, I d love to hear from you. This role would suit someone with strong Operational HR experience and the ability to drive the People Agenda within the business. You will be a Generalist, passionate about HR, used to working in an SME environment, happy being hands on with the ability to be creative, sometimes with limited resource. Key Responsibilities of the HR Business Partner: HR Generalist responsibilities, partnering with key stakeholders to drive the people agenda Oversee employee relations ensuring the provision of legally complaint advice and coaching is provided to leadership at all levels. Be accountable for confidentiality and compliance, ensuring code of conduct and data protection principles are adhered to in all HR related practices undertaken Strengthen relations with the surrounding communities for career advice and apprenticeship opportunities Be able to deputise for the HR Director as and when required Lead on HR projects including a focus on data and how to best utilise this across the business Key requirements for the HR Business Partner: CIPD qualified or equivalent Strong Generalist HR experience at both Operational and Strategic level Experience working within Human Resources at HR Business Partner level is essential Preference for a background in manufacturing or engineering, but open to considering other relevant backgrounds Strong influencing and relationship building skills Good knowledge of employment law, current employment best practices and trends Strong analytical skills with attention to detail with a passion for data Be able to demonstrate experience of handling a complex and diverse workload Ability to explain Human Resource matters to all levels through presentations, individual face to face meeting and small groups Be able to travel as part of the job role when needed to other UK sites Must be self-driven and able to prioritise workload If you are interested in this HR Business Partner position and feel your experience matches the criteria, then please apply now for immediate consideration or for more information please contact Kerry Norman. Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist operating across the Northwest of England. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
HR Data & Insights Lead Manchester based Full Time, Permanent Hybrid working offered Salary up to £70k plus good benefits We believe that data drives great decisions, and great decisions drive the success of a business. As a HR Data & Insights Lead, you ll play a pivotal role in shaping the way we use people data to enhance our culture, boost performance, and inform key decisions that support our vision. You ll bring your data expertise to the heart of our People & Culture team, collaborating with leaders across the business to provide insights that truly matter. WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR: Data Stewardship: Own the company s employee data, ensuring it is accurately collated, analysed, and readily available to meet all reporting needs. Insight Delivery: Transform complex data into clear, actionable insights that help us make better decisions for our people, from recruitment to retention and beyond. Dashboard Development: Design, develop, and maintain P&C dashboards and reports that support key stakeholders in making data-driven decisions. Regular Reporting: Manage the regular submission of employee data for internal and external purposes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. Data Quality & Integrity: Safeguard the quality, accuracy, and integrity of people data, ensuring compliance with data governance policies, legal requirements, and industry standards. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to automate, streamline, and optimise data workflows, bringing innovation and efficiency to our People & Culture processes. Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with various teams across the business, providing data-backed insights that help drive broader organisational objectives. WHAT WE RE LOOKING FOR: Previous Experience: Solid background in HR data analytics, with a proven track record in driving data-based decision-making. Technical Proficiency: Highly skilled in Excel; experience with HR software, reporting platforms, and databases is a must. HR Acumen: Strong understanding of HR processes, policies, and data privacy considerations. Analytical Mindset: Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a passion for turning raw data into meaningful insights. Communication Skills: The ability to present complex information in an engaging, understandable way to diverse audiences. Self-Starter: Comfortable working independently, managing your own workload, and thriving in a fast-paced environment. Curiosity & Drive: A proactive and data-driven mindset, constantly seeking ways to improve processes and drive the P&C function forward. Key responsibilities of the HR Data & Insights Lead: Responsible for maintaining the quality of data and a suite of MI reports, whilst identifying opportunities for automation and continuous improvements. Designing, producing and maintaining HR dashboards and reports that provide relevant and timely information to a wide range of key stakeholders. Communicating findings, identifying trends, and sharing system updates with stakeholders. Identifying and implementing improvements to existing reporting processes, ensuring the ongoing enhancement of HRIS reporting and data capabilities, including identifying opportunities for improved data capture, automation, integration, and optimization. Interpreting data to enable HR colleagues to identify trends on key people metrics such as attrition, sickness, diversity and inclusion, employee relations, and talent data, highlighting risks and peaks. Collaborating with IT and HR systems teams to streamline data collection processes and enhance data governance including supporting HRIS system upgrades. Providing data-driven insights and recommendations to support HR decision-making and problem-solving. BONUS POINTS FOR: A degree in Human Resources, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field. Advanced experience with tools such as Anaplan, Power BI, SQL, or other data analytics platforms. If you are interested in this HR Data & Insights Lead position and feel your experience matches the criteria, then please apply now for immediate consideration or for more information please contact Kerry Norman. Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist operating across the Northwest of England. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
HR Data & Insights Lead Manchester based Full Time, Permanent Hybrid working offered Salary up to £70k plus good benefits We believe that data drives great decisions, and great decisions drive the success of a business. As a HR Data & Insights Lead, you ll play a pivotal role in shaping the way we use people data to enhance our culture, boost performance, and inform key decisions that support our vision. You ll bring your data expertise to the heart of our People & Culture team, collaborating with leaders across the business to provide insights that truly matter. WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR: Data Stewardship: Own the company s employee data, ensuring it is accurately collated, analysed, and readily available to meet all reporting needs. Insight Delivery: Transform complex data into clear, actionable insights that help us make better decisions for our people, from recruitment to retention and beyond. Dashboard Development: Design, develop, and maintain P&C dashboards and reports that support key stakeholders in making data-driven decisions. Regular Reporting: Manage the regular submission of employee data for internal and external purposes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. Data Quality & Integrity: Safeguard the quality, accuracy, and integrity of people data, ensuring compliance with data governance policies, legal requirements, and industry standards. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to automate, streamline, and optimise data workflows, bringing innovation and efficiency to our People & Culture processes. Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with various teams across the business, providing data-backed insights that help drive broader organisational objectives. WHAT WE RE LOOKING FOR: Previous Experience: Solid background in HR data analytics, with a proven track record in driving data-based decision-making. Technical Proficiency: Highly skilled in Excel; experience with HR software, reporting platforms, and databases is a must. HR Acumen: Strong understanding of HR processes, policies, and data privacy considerations. Analytical Mindset: Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a passion for turning raw data into meaningful insights. Communication Skills: The ability to present complex information in an engaging, understandable way to diverse audiences. Self-Starter: Comfortable working independently, managing your own workload, and thriving in a fast-paced environment. Curiosity & Drive: A proactive and data-driven mindset, constantly seeking ways to improve processes and drive the P&C function forward. Key responsibilities of the HR Data & Insights Lead: Responsible for maintaining the quality of data and a suite of MI reports, whilst identifying opportunities for automation and continuous improvements. Designing, producing and maintaining HR dashboards and reports that provide relevant and timely information to a wide range of key stakeholders. Communicating findings, identifying trends, and sharing system updates with stakeholders. Identifying and implementing improvements to existing reporting processes, ensuring the ongoing enhancement of HRIS reporting and data capabilities, including identifying opportunities for improved data capture, automation, integration, and optimization. Interpreting data to enable HR colleagues to identify trends on key people metrics such as attrition, sickness, diversity and inclusion, employee relations, and talent data, highlighting risks and peaks. Collaborating with IT and HR systems teams to streamline data collection processes and enhance data governance including supporting HRIS system upgrades. Providing data-driven insights and recommendations to support HR decision-making and problem-solving. BONUS POINTS FOR: A degree in Human Resources, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field. Advanced experience with tools such as Anaplan, Power BI, SQL, or other data analytics platforms. If you are interested in this HR Data & Insights Lead position and feel your experience matches the criteria, then please apply now for immediate consideration or for more information please contact Kerry Norman. Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist operating across the Northwest of England. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
HR Advisor Full Time (35 hours per week) Permanent Salary between £35,000 - £42,000 plus competitive benefits package, including 38 days annual leave (inc. of statutory holidays) South Liverpool Location Hybrid working (3 days on site and 2 from home). Free on-site parking included Agile Working Scheme MUST be a car owner/driver due to further travel required across North West based sites I ve exclusively partnered with a South Liverpool based not-for-profit organisation to help them appoint an experienced HR Advisor. This fantastic HR opportunity will allow you to provide a wide range of generalist HR advice and duties, including leading on Employee Relations casework, Recruitment, Workforce Development and Stakeholder Management. This is an exciting time to join the organisation as they ve recently implemented new HR and eLearning systems and you will play a pivotal role with systems development and HR analytics. You will report directly into the Head of HR & Organisational Design and work as part of a wider HR team. This is a fantastic organisation who truly places community at the heart of everything they do. Key Responsibilities for the HR Advisor: Support managers in managing employee performance including staff induction, probationary periods and capability matters, providing advice regarding both talent management and underperformance. Advise and support recruiting managers in the development of job descriptions/person specifications and adverts for new and revised posts. Design and deliver bespoke training, workshops and communications across the organisation, and support ongoing training needs, ensuring that training material is relevant, accurate, up to date and delivered in an engaging style. Support with workforce development and succession planning across the organisations, leading on projects as required. Proactively contribute to the development of systems, processes and policies/procedures facilitated by the HR team in line with professional guidelines, evolving employment legislation, customer needs and best practice. Ensure any processes developed maximise the use of technology. Support managers undertaking investigations and hearings and ensure employees receive relevant welfare support and corrective actions are escalated appropriately. Provide information, support and guidance to managers and staff in potential redundancy situations, including communications, redundancy figures and advice on options. Produce management information reports as requested, identifying trends and making recommendations for improvement. Support the Head of HR & OD in the delivery of organisation wide interventions including, but not limited to, change management interventions. Key Requirements for the HR Advisor: It is essential that you have a strong HR background working at a similar level and have led on a wide range of ER casework. You will be a strong generalist HR professional with experience in recruitment, HR Analytics and MI and all aspects of the employee life cycle. Ideally you will have started your CIPD qualifications, however, this is not essential criteria. Excellent relationship building skills with the ability to work collaboratively at all levels and communicate with a wide and diverse range of stakeholders. Confident and curious individual with a proactive attitude to solving problems and looking for solutions. You will class yourself as tech savvy and have a good level of IT skills, including MS Office, Excel and ideally SharePoint. It essential that you are a car driver and owner. If you are interested in this HR Advisor position and feel your experience matches the criteria, then please apply now for immediate consideration or for more information please contact Mark Croston. Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
HR Advisor Full Time (35 hours per week) Permanent Salary between £35,000 - £42,000 plus competitive benefits package, including 38 days annual leave (inc. of statutory holidays) South Liverpool Location Hybrid working (3 days on site and 2 from home). Free on-site parking included Agile Working Scheme MUST be a car owner/driver due to further travel required across North West based sites I ve exclusively partnered with a South Liverpool based not-for-profit organisation to help them appoint an experienced HR Advisor. This fantastic HR opportunity will allow you to provide a wide range of generalist HR advice and duties, including leading on Employee Relations casework, Recruitment, Workforce Development and Stakeholder Management. This is an exciting time to join the organisation as they ve recently implemented new HR and eLearning systems and you will play a pivotal role with systems development and HR analytics. You will report directly into the Head of HR & Organisational Design and work as part of a wider HR team. This is a fantastic organisation who truly places community at the heart of everything they do. Key Responsibilities for the HR Advisor: Support managers in managing employee performance including staff induction, probationary periods and capability matters, providing advice regarding both talent management and underperformance. Advise and support recruiting managers in the development of job descriptions/person specifications and adverts for new and revised posts. Design and deliver bespoke training, workshops and communications across the organisation, and support ongoing training needs, ensuring that training material is relevant, accurate, up to date and delivered in an engaging style. Support with workforce development and succession planning across the organisations, leading on projects as required. Proactively contribute to the development of systems, processes and policies/procedures facilitated by the HR team in line with professional guidelines, evolving employment legislation, customer needs and best practice. Ensure any processes developed maximise the use of technology. Support managers undertaking investigations and hearings and ensure employees receive relevant welfare support and corrective actions are escalated appropriately. Provide information, support and guidance to managers and staff in potential redundancy situations, including communications, redundancy figures and advice on options. Produce management information reports as requested, identifying trends and making recommendations for improvement. Support the Head of HR & OD in the delivery of organisation wide interventions including, but not limited to, change management interventions. Key Requirements for the HR Advisor: It is essential that you have a strong HR background working at a similar level and have led on a wide range of ER casework. You will be a strong generalist HR professional with experience in recruitment, HR Analytics and MI and all aspects of the employee life cycle. Ideally you will have started your CIPD qualifications, however, this is not essential criteria. Excellent relationship building skills with the ability to work collaboratively at all levels and communicate with a wide and diverse range of stakeholders. Confident and curious individual with a proactive attitude to solving problems and looking for solutions. You will class yourself as tech savvy and have a good level of IT skills, including MS Office, Excel and ideally SharePoint. It essential that you are a car driver and owner. If you are interested in this HR Advisor position and feel your experience matches the criteria, then please apply now for immediate consideration or for more information please contact Mark Croston. Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Legal Finance Assistant Manchester City Centre 6 months FTC We a working with a leading legal firm's Commercial Real Estate department to appoint an organised and analytical Finance Assistant to their busy team in Manchester on a fixed term basis for a 6 month contract. This is one of the North West s biggest commercial property teams, providing a comprehensive range of real estate services across all disciplines. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual, perhaps with some previous experience working in a small firm, to gain exposure and a foot in the door with a large, highly regarded city centre law firm where further opportunities may arise. This role is an integral part of the department. You will be working alongside fee earners, ensuring all finance aspects of their work are dealt with promptly and efficiently in accordance with the SRA rules and regulations. Duties will include: Providing support in relation to the finance aspects of the firm's case management system Analysis and investigation of file balances so that informed and appropriate actions are taken to enable timely file closure Liaising with Fee Earners and other teams Raising appropriate payment requests to the Accounts Team Raising Bills Processing write offs Closing files Skills and attributes: Ideally, we are looking to speak with candidates with some existing experience of working within the legal sector in a legal cashier role or similar. A good understanding of the conveyancing process would be advantageous. You will also need to demonstrate: Good knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules Strong analytical skills Basic Word and Excel skills Professional manner Well organised and able to manage workload to hit deadlines The firm offers its colleagues many benefits, including 25 days holiday (prorata), plus Christmas closure, early finish once a month, opportunity to be involves in charitable work, travel loan, events , EAS, referral scheme, plus much more.
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
Legal Finance Assistant Manchester City Centre 6 months FTC We a working with a leading legal firm's Commercial Real Estate department to appoint an organised and analytical Finance Assistant to their busy team in Manchester on a fixed term basis for a 6 month contract. This is one of the North West s biggest commercial property teams, providing a comprehensive range of real estate services across all disciplines. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual, perhaps with some previous experience working in a small firm, to gain exposure and a foot in the door with a large, highly regarded city centre law firm where further opportunities may arise. This role is an integral part of the department. You will be working alongside fee earners, ensuring all finance aspects of their work are dealt with promptly and efficiently in accordance with the SRA rules and regulations. Duties will include: Providing support in relation to the finance aspects of the firm's case management system Analysis and investigation of file balances so that informed and appropriate actions are taken to enable timely file closure Liaising with Fee Earners and other teams Raising appropriate payment requests to the Accounts Team Raising Bills Processing write offs Closing files Skills and attributes: Ideally, we are looking to speak with candidates with some existing experience of working within the legal sector in a legal cashier role or similar. A good understanding of the conveyancing process would be advantageous. You will also need to demonstrate: Good knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules Strong analytical skills Basic Word and Excel skills Professional manner Well organised and able to manage workload to hit deadlines The firm offers its colleagues many benefits, including 25 days holiday (prorata), plus Christmas closure, early finish once a month, opportunity to be involves in charitable work, travel loan, events , EAS, referral scheme, plus much more.