Job Description What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. A little more about your role You will support the team in the delivery of technical advisory services, including technical due diligence reviews, asset condition surveys and lifecycle / maintenance assessments. You will provide independent engineering advice to lenders, investors, government departments and local authorities operating within the property and construction sectors. Depending on your experience, you may be tasked with providing day to day project management of Independent Certifier (IC) services on a number of projects. You will deliver quantitative and qualitative analysis in which the inputs and outputs are clear, reliable and well documented. You will be creating logical and innovative solutions to compliment the delivery of the team's work. You will ensure budgets are adhered to and deadlines are met. As a member of the team, you will provide technical expertise across the work streams covering asset surveying, independent certifier services, technical advisory and technical due diligence. The role is principally to provide technical advisory services. This will be across a variety of projects in sectors including Education and Healthcare but with a view to grow into other forms of infrastructure. A little more about your team The PPP and Property Advisory team has three main work streams: Technical Due Diligence, Technical Advisory Services and Asset Management Services. These teams are made up of multi-disciplinary professionals mainly from building surveying, QS, mechanical and electrical engineering and FM backgrounds. Together they offer many services to our clients including equity investors, debt financiers, management companies, construction companies, developers and government organisations through the identification and management of technical and commercial risk associated with the development, management and funding of infrastructure and real estate projects. Put simply we lever the global technical world-class skills of the business allied with our commercial and contractual transaction acumen to provide professional services to clients that develop, manage, finance or invest in infrastructure and real estate assets. What we will be looking for you to demonstrate BSc, BTEC, HND/HNC qualification in Building Services, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar. MCIBSE, MIMechE, MIEE, MIET full professional registration or working towards. Mechanical and Electrical Surveying or Consultancy experience. PFI/PPP experience would be an advantage. Please note that this role will support a national approach and as such a flexible attitude to travelling will be required. Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today. About Us We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Work-life balance At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK. Inclusivity & Belonging We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity. Health & Wellbeing We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package. Flex your time To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you. Your development We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
Sep 06, 2025
Full time
Job Description What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. A little more about your role You will support the team in the delivery of technical advisory services, including technical due diligence reviews, asset condition surveys and lifecycle / maintenance assessments. You will provide independent engineering advice to lenders, investors, government departments and local authorities operating within the property and construction sectors. Depending on your experience, you may be tasked with providing day to day project management of Independent Certifier (IC) services on a number of projects. You will deliver quantitative and qualitative analysis in which the inputs and outputs are clear, reliable and well documented. You will be creating logical and innovative solutions to compliment the delivery of the team's work. You will ensure budgets are adhered to and deadlines are met. As a member of the team, you will provide technical expertise across the work streams covering asset surveying, independent certifier services, technical advisory and technical due diligence. The role is principally to provide technical advisory services. This will be across a variety of projects in sectors including Education and Healthcare but with a view to grow into other forms of infrastructure. A little more about your team The PPP and Property Advisory team has three main work streams: Technical Due Diligence, Technical Advisory Services and Asset Management Services. These teams are made up of multi-disciplinary professionals mainly from building surveying, QS, mechanical and electrical engineering and FM backgrounds. Together they offer many services to our clients including equity investors, debt financiers, management companies, construction companies, developers and government organisations through the identification and management of technical and commercial risk associated with the development, management and funding of infrastructure and real estate projects. Put simply we lever the global technical world-class skills of the business allied with our commercial and contractual transaction acumen to provide professional services to clients that develop, manage, finance or invest in infrastructure and real estate assets. What we will be looking for you to demonstrate BSc, BTEC, HND/HNC qualification in Building Services, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar. MCIBSE, MIMechE, MIEE, MIET full professional registration or working towards. Mechanical and Electrical Surveying or Consultancy experience. PFI/PPP experience would be an advantage. Please note that this role will support a national approach and as such a flexible attitude to travelling will be required. Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today. About Us We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Work-life balance At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK. Inclusivity & Belonging We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity. Health & Wellbeing We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package. Flex your time To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you. Your development We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
Assistant Management Accountant / Permanent Position / Trafford Park - South Manchester / £35,(Apply online only) - £40,(Apply online only) + Excellent Benefits / Strong Career Progression / Full Time Office Based Assistant Management Accountant Benefits • Competitive Salary circa £35,(Apply online only) - £40,(Apply online only) DOE • Annual Performance Bonus • Study Support Package • Company Pension Scheme • Free On-Site Parking • Clear Career Progression Path Assistant Management Accountant Role NC Associates are exclusively partnering with a long-established PE backed organisation based in Trafford Park to recruit an ambitious, dynamic Assistant Management Accountant. In this role, you ll work closely with senior finance leadership and play a key part in producing both management and statutory accounts across multiple group entities. You ll also contribute to process improvement initiatives and support various financial reporting and business partnering projects across the organisation. Assistant Management Accountant Responsibilities • Production of management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, tax, fixed assets, leases, and payroll • Deliver accurate monthly balance sheet reconciliation's, inter-company loan balances, and detailed P&L analysis • Conduct variance and margin analysis to support commercial decision-making • Support the preparation of quarterly group consolidated accounts and annual statutory financial statements • Submit VAT returns accurately and on time • Generate and analyse sales reports • Reconcile key balance sheet control accounts PAYE, VAT, wages, stock, etc. • Monitor aged debtors and creditors reports • Carry out credit card reconciliation's and related accruals • Liaise with external auditors and assist with audit-related queries • Drive improvements in systems and financial processes across the wider business Assistant Management Accountant Experience Required • 3-5 years experience producing end to end management accounts • Proactive team player with the ability to meet tight deadlines • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders • A mindset geared toward continuous improvement and process optimisation What s on Offer? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly reputable and established organisation that genuinely supports employee development. You'll gain valuable commercial exposure while working closely with the Group Financial Controller and Group Finance Director. For immediate consideration please contact (url removed) We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all applicants of identity, personal characteristics, or background.
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
Assistant Management Accountant / Permanent Position / Trafford Park - South Manchester / £35,(Apply online only) - £40,(Apply online only) + Excellent Benefits / Strong Career Progression / Full Time Office Based Assistant Management Accountant Benefits • Competitive Salary circa £35,(Apply online only) - £40,(Apply online only) DOE • Annual Performance Bonus • Study Support Package • Company Pension Scheme • Free On-Site Parking • Clear Career Progression Path Assistant Management Accountant Role NC Associates are exclusively partnering with a long-established PE backed organisation based in Trafford Park to recruit an ambitious, dynamic Assistant Management Accountant. In this role, you ll work closely with senior finance leadership and play a key part in producing both management and statutory accounts across multiple group entities. You ll also contribute to process improvement initiatives and support various financial reporting and business partnering projects across the organisation. Assistant Management Accountant Responsibilities • Production of management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, tax, fixed assets, leases, and payroll • Deliver accurate monthly balance sheet reconciliation's, inter-company loan balances, and detailed P&L analysis • Conduct variance and margin analysis to support commercial decision-making • Support the preparation of quarterly group consolidated accounts and annual statutory financial statements • Submit VAT returns accurately and on time • Generate and analyse sales reports • Reconcile key balance sheet control accounts PAYE, VAT, wages, stock, etc. • Monitor aged debtors and creditors reports • Carry out credit card reconciliation's and related accruals • Liaise with external auditors and assist with audit-related queries • Drive improvements in systems and financial processes across the wider business Assistant Management Accountant Experience Required • 3-5 years experience producing end to end management accounts • Proactive team player with the ability to meet tight deadlines • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders • A mindset geared toward continuous improvement and process optimisation What s on Offer? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly reputable and established organisation that genuinely supports employee development. You'll gain valuable commercial exposure while working closely with the Group Financial Controller and Group Finance Director. For immediate consideration please contact (url removed) We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all applicants of identity, personal characteristics, or background.
Associate Director CRE Loan Asset Management, London Salary 75,000 - 85,000 + Benefits Package We are currently looking to talk to those involved within the commercial real estate lending / loan space, to discuss a role within a real estate debt fund based in Central London. We would like to speak with people who have managed a portfolio of CRE loans, either as a secondee/servicer for a lender or directly working for a lender, as that is the skillset we need. The role will involve managing a portfolio of commercial real estate loans from drawdown through to redemption. Responsibilities: Managing a portfolio of syndicated and bilateral UK and European commercial real estate investment and development loans. Creating financial models, diarising conditions subsequent, construction milestones and any other significant events, including the provision of borrower reporting, in-line with the relevant finance documents. Liaising with borrowers and their representatives in relation to ensuring reporting and other information required under the relevant finance documents are provided in a timely manner. Coordinating with lenders, borrowers and their respective lawyers in respect to loan redemptions, restructuring, amendments, waivers and other adhoc requests. Processing transfers, setting up waterfalls and reviewing back-office calculations. Liaising with project monitors, borrowers and lenders with regard to drawdowns and calculating lender splits, if required. Instructing valuations. Required Qualifications: CRE loan servicing experience. Solid analytical skills with interim to advanced level ability of Excel. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
Associate Director CRE Loan Asset Management, London Salary 75,000 - 85,000 + Benefits Package We are currently looking to talk to those involved within the commercial real estate lending / loan space, to discuss a role within a real estate debt fund based in Central London. We would like to speak with people who have managed a portfolio of CRE loans, either as a secondee/servicer for a lender or directly working for a lender, as that is the skillset we need. The role will involve managing a portfolio of commercial real estate loans from drawdown through to redemption. Responsibilities: Managing a portfolio of syndicated and bilateral UK and European commercial real estate investment and development loans. Creating financial models, diarising conditions subsequent, construction milestones and any other significant events, including the provision of borrower reporting, in-line with the relevant finance documents. Liaising with borrowers and their representatives in relation to ensuring reporting and other information required under the relevant finance documents are provided in a timely manner. Coordinating with lenders, borrowers and their respective lawyers in respect to loan redemptions, restructuring, amendments, waivers and other adhoc requests. Processing transfers, setting up waterfalls and reviewing back-office calculations. Liaising with project monitors, borrowers and lenders with regard to drawdowns and calculating lender splits, if required. Instructing valuations. Required Qualifications: CRE loan servicing experience. Solid analytical skills with interim to advanced level ability of Excel. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Associate, Infrastructure Debt Asset Manager, London Competitive Salary + Benefits Package We are actively working alongside one of our established financial servicing clients located in the City of London. The business is keen to engage and meet with infrastructure focused finance specialists about an Associate level role within the team and to discuss with them their clients who you could be working with. This is a fantastic opportunity for a project finance / asset manager who is exploring the market and looking for change. The role will involve providing credit risk advice, analysis, monitoring, and recommendation of action to their clients. Applicants must have experience with a proven track record in a credit/risk/asset management environment along with experience involving infrastructure and energy project finance. Applicants without this will not be considered. We anticipate you will have a good understanding of both project and corporate finance and a background in and knowledge of credit risk drivers and risks inherent in the respective borrower industry sectors. Strong Excel skills also preferred. In return you will receive a competitive salary and package, scope to further your career, and to grow with an established and successful firm with a global reach. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Associate, Infrastructure Debt Asset Manager, London Competitive Salary + Benefits Package We are actively working alongside one of our established financial servicing clients located in the City of London. The business is keen to engage and meet with infrastructure focused finance specialists about an Associate level role within the team and to discuss with them their clients who you could be working with. This is a fantastic opportunity for a project finance / asset manager who is exploring the market and looking for change. The role will involve providing credit risk advice, analysis, monitoring, and recommendation of action to their clients. Applicants must have experience with a proven track record in a credit/risk/asset management environment along with experience involving infrastructure and energy project finance. Applicants without this will not be considered. We anticipate you will have a good understanding of both project and corporate finance and a background in and knowledge of credit risk drivers and risks inherent in the respective borrower industry sectors. Strong Excel skills also preferred. In return you will receive a competitive salary and package, scope to further your career, and to grow with an established and successful firm with a global reach. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Role overview We're looking for a driven and commercially minded Associate Director to join our Origination team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and leading projects that directly contribute to FRP's growth. You'll work closely with our Corporate Finance and Debt Advisory teams, helping to shape origination strategy and deliver meaningful results. Key Responsibilities Monitor and analyse the market to identify themes, angles and opportunities Market map relevant and interesting sectors Build and maintain strong relationships, both internally and externally with potential clients/targets Work closely with CF/DA partners and directors to support new business objectives Lead origination projects from start to finish, ensuring strong pipeline management across all targets and projects on an ongoing basis Support training and development of more junior origination team members Assist with team management responsibilities when required Drive efficiency and continuous improvement within the origination team Build relationships with intermediaries to expand professional network and share market intelligence Collaborate closely with the PE Coverage team Qualifications Proven experience in deal origination, corporate finance, private equity, or business development Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to identify market opportunities and assess financial viability Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport across all levels Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Experience working with CRM systems and understanding of GDPR compliance A degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field is preferred Experience in professional services, private equity, or legal sectors is advantageous Ability to work independently and collaboratively Strong self-motivation, with the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise effectively Experience in team leadership or mentoring is a plus
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Role overview We're looking for a driven and commercially minded Associate Director to join our Origination team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and leading projects that directly contribute to FRP's growth. You'll work closely with our Corporate Finance and Debt Advisory teams, helping to shape origination strategy and deliver meaningful results. Key Responsibilities Monitor and analyse the market to identify themes, angles and opportunities Market map relevant and interesting sectors Build and maintain strong relationships, both internally and externally with potential clients/targets Work closely with CF/DA partners and directors to support new business objectives Lead origination projects from start to finish, ensuring strong pipeline management across all targets and projects on an ongoing basis Support training and development of more junior origination team members Assist with team management responsibilities when required Drive efficiency and continuous improvement within the origination team Build relationships with intermediaries to expand professional network and share market intelligence Collaborate closely with the PE Coverage team Qualifications Proven experience in deal origination, corporate finance, private equity, or business development Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to identify market opportunities and assess financial viability Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport across all levels Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Experience working with CRM systems and understanding of GDPR compliance A degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field is preferred Experience in professional services, private equity, or legal sectors is advantageous Ability to work independently and collaboratively Strong self-motivation, with the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise effectively Experience in team leadership or mentoring is a plus
An excellent opportunity has become available for a proactive and detail-oriented Temporary Finance Assistant to support a small, dynamic organisation based in Banbury. This role plays a vital part in the day-to-day financial operations, with key responsibilities in transactional processing, bank reconciliation, supplier payments, and assisting with month-end reporting. The successful candidate will ensure accuracy in financial data, meet reporting deadlines, and maintain effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders. Proficiency in Excel (including VLOOKUPs) and experience using Sage 50 are essential. Starting as soon as possible, you will be working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and will be ongoing until a permanent member of staff is found. Please note, this is a temporary position paid on a weekly PAYE basis. This role will start immediately, so sadly candidates with a lengthy notice period cannot be considered. Temporary Finance Assistant Responsibilities Overseeing both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions Carrying out daily reconciliations of bank transactions Responding to customer queries regarding accounts in a timely and professional manner Monitoring outstanding debts and supporting credit control processes Supporting the month-end close by assisting with internal financial reporting Compiling and submitting quarterly VAT returns in line with HMRC requirements Providing financial data and documentation to HMRC as needed Working alongside external accountants to help maintain accurate financial records Temporary Finance Assistant Rewards Alongside a competitive hourly rate, the successful candidate will receive the following benefits: Holiday pay Valuable experience in a highly regarded organization The Company Our client operates within the retail sector. Temporary Finance Assistant Requirements The ideal candidate will have experience in an administrative or reception-based role and will thrive in a fast-moving environment. You will need to be confident, adaptable, and able to manage a varied workload. A proven Finance Assistant with strong transactional experience Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Strong organisational skills and a keen eye for detail Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel Ability to work independently and take initiative Proactive and flexible approach to tasks A working knowledge of Sage 50 Full or part AAT qualified (or equivalent) is desirable Location Our client is located in Banbury (OX16). There is onsite parking. Apply today, either online or directly to: Catherine Stokes Allen Associates (url removed) INDBOOST Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. For our latest vacancies follow our Jobs on Twitter
Sep 01, 2025
Seasonal
An excellent opportunity has become available for a proactive and detail-oriented Temporary Finance Assistant to support a small, dynamic organisation based in Banbury. This role plays a vital part in the day-to-day financial operations, with key responsibilities in transactional processing, bank reconciliation, supplier payments, and assisting with month-end reporting. The successful candidate will ensure accuracy in financial data, meet reporting deadlines, and maintain effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders. Proficiency in Excel (including VLOOKUPs) and experience using Sage 50 are essential. Starting as soon as possible, you will be working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and will be ongoing until a permanent member of staff is found. Please note, this is a temporary position paid on a weekly PAYE basis. This role will start immediately, so sadly candidates with a lengthy notice period cannot be considered. Temporary Finance Assistant Responsibilities Overseeing both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions Carrying out daily reconciliations of bank transactions Responding to customer queries regarding accounts in a timely and professional manner Monitoring outstanding debts and supporting credit control processes Supporting the month-end close by assisting with internal financial reporting Compiling and submitting quarterly VAT returns in line with HMRC requirements Providing financial data and documentation to HMRC as needed Working alongside external accountants to help maintain accurate financial records Temporary Finance Assistant Rewards Alongside a competitive hourly rate, the successful candidate will receive the following benefits: Holiday pay Valuable experience in a highly regarded organization The Company Our client operates within the retail sector. Temporary Finance Assistant Requirements The ideal candidate will have experience in an administrative or reception-based role and will thrive in a fast-moving environment. You will need to be confident, adaptable, and able to manage a varied workload. A proven Finance Assistant with strong transactional experience Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Strong organisational skills and a keen eye for detail Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel Ability to work independently and take initiative Proactive and flexible approach to tasks A working knowledge of Sage 50 Full or part AAT qualified (or equivalent) is desirable Location Our client is located in Banbury (OX16). There is onsite parking. Apply today, either online or directly to: Catherine Stokes Allen Associates (url removed) INDBOOST Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. For our latest vacancies follow our Jobs on Twitter
Credit Controller Permanent Position / Full Time / Trafford Park / £28,(Apply online only) + £4,(Apply online only) bonus + benefits / Hybrid Working NC Associates are partnering with a leading industrial services business with a strong reputation for excellence and customer service. Our client is looking for a talented Credit Controller to join their finance team to help maintain healthy cash flow, build strong client relationships, and keep accounts in great shape. Credit Controller Benefits: Competitive salary up to £28,(Apply online only) £4,(Apply online only) bonus potential (very achievable) 20 Days annual leave + Bank holidays Hybrid working (2 days from home per week) Company Pensions Scheme On-site gym & canteen Credit Controller Role NC Associates are partnering with a leading business to recruit a Credit Controller to join their existing Credit Control team due to internal promotion. As a Credit Controller you ll be responsible for managing and collecting outstanding debts, resolving queries, and ensuring payments are received promptly. This role is perfect for someone with excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Credit Controller Responsibilities: Proactively contact customers by phone, email, and letter to collect overdue payments Monitor and manage customer accounts within the agreed credit limits Reconcile accounts and allocate incoming payments accurately Investigate and resolve invoice and payment queries Prepare and send monthly statements to clients Maintain accurate records of all collection activity Work closely with the sales and finance teams to manage risk and prevent overdue debt Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience in credit control, accounts receivable, or similar finance role Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks) High level of accuracy and attention to detail What s on Offer? This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a great team culture. You will be a key member of the finance team and will make a real impact on the day to day running of the finance function. For immediate consideration, please contact Tom Crouch at NC Associates on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all applicants of identity, personal characteristics, or background.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Credit Controller Permanent Position / Full Time / Trafford Park / £28,(Apply online only) + £4,(Apply online only) bonus + benefits / Hybrid Working NC Associates are partnering with a leading industrial services business with a strong reputation for excellence and customer service. Our client is looking for a talented Credit Controller to join their finance team to help maintain healthy cash flow, build strong client relationships, and keep accounts in great shape. Credit Controller Benefits: Competitive salary up to £28,(Apply online only) £4,(Apply online only) bonus potential (very achievable) 20 Days annual leave + Bank holidays Hybrid working (2 days from home per week) Company Pensions Scheme On-site gym & canteen Credit Controller Role NC Associates are partnering with a leading business to recruit a Credit Controller to join their existing Credit Control team due to internal promotion. As a Credit Controller you ll be responsible for managing and collecting outstanding debts, resolving queries, and ensuring payments are received promptly. This role is perfect for someone with excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Credit Controller Responsibilities: Proactively contact customers by phone, email, and letter to collect overdue payments Monitor and manage customer accounts within the agreed credit limits Reconcile accounts and allocate incoming payments accurately Investigate and resolve invoice and payment queries Prepare and send monthly statements to clients Maintain accurate records of all collection activity Work closely with the sales and finance teams to manage risk and prevent overdue debt Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience in credit control, accounts receivable, or similar finance role Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks) High level of accuracy and attention to detail What s on Offer? This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a great team culture. You will be a key member of the finance team and will make a real impact on the day to day running of the finance function. For immediate consideration, please contact Tom Crouch at NC Associates on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all applicants of identity, personal characteristics, or background.
Senior Management Accountant Part Qualified or Qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) / Permanent Position / Trafford Park - South Manchester / £45,000 + Excellent Benefits / Strong Career Progression / Full Time Office Based Senior Management Accountant Benefits • Competitive Salary £45,000, DOE • Annual Performance Bonus • Study Support Package • Company Pension Scheme • Free On-Site Parking • Clear Career Progression Path Senior Management Accountant Role NC Associates are exclusively partnering with a long-established PE backed organisation based in Trafford Park to recruit an ambitious, dynamic Senior Management Accountant. In this role, you ll work closely with senior finance leadership and play a key part in producing both management and statutory accounts across multiple group entities. You ll also contribute to process improvement initiatives and support various financial reporting and business partnering projects across the organisation. Senior Management Accountant Responsibilities • Full production of management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, tax, fixed assets, leases, and payroll • Deliver accurate monthly balance sheet reconciliation's, inter-company loan balances, and detailed P&L analysis • Conduct variance and margin analysis to support commercial decision-making • Support the preparation of quarterly group consolidated accounts and annual statutory financial statements • Submit VAT returns accurately and on time • Generate and analyse sales reports • Reconcile key balance sheet control accounts PAYE, VAT, wages, stock, etc. • Monitor aged debtors and creditors reports • Carry out credit card reconciliation's and related accruals • Liaise with external auditors and assist with audit-related queries • Drive improvements in systems and financial processes across the wider business Senior Management Accountant Experience Required • Part Qualified to Newly Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with strong commercial awareness • 3-5 years experience producing end to end management accounts • Proactive team player with the ability to meet tight deadlines • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders • A mindset geared toward continuous improvement and process optimisation What s on Offer? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly reputable and established organisation that genuinely supports employee development. You'll gain valuable commercial exposure while working closely with the Group Financial Controller and Group Finance Director. For immediate consideration, please contact Wayne Caunce NC Associates on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all applicants of identity, personal characteristics, or background.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Senior Management Accountant Part Qualified or Qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) / Permanent Position / Trafford Park - South Manchester / £45,000 + Excellent Benefits / Strong Career Progression / Full Time Office Based Senior Management Accountant Benefits • Competitive Salary £45,000, DOE • Annual Performance Bonus • Study Support Package • Company Pension Scheme • Free On-Site Parking • Clear Career Progression Path Senior Management Accountant Role NC Associates are exclusively partnering with a long-established PE backed organisation based in Trafford Park to recruit an ambitious, dynamic Senior Management Accountant. In this role, you ll work closely with senior finance leadership and play a key part in producing both management and statutory accounts across multiple group entities. You ll also contribute to process improvement initiatives and support various financial reporting and business partnering projects across the organisation. Senior Management Accountant Responsibilities • Full production of management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, tax, fixed assets, leases, and payroll • Deliver accurate monthly balance sheet reconciliation's, inter-company loan balances, and detailed P&L analysis • Conduct variance and margin analysis to support commercial decision-making • Support the preparation of quarterly group consolidated accounts and annual statutory financial statements • Submit VAT returns accurately and on time • Generate and analyse sales reports • Reconcile key balance sheet control accounts PAYE, VAT, wages, stock, etc. • Monitor aged debtors and creditors reports • Carry out credit card reconciliation's and related accruals • Liaise with external auditors and assist with audit-related queries • Drive improvements in systems and financial processes across the wider business Senior Management Accountant Experience Required • Part Qualified to Newly Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with strong commercial awareness • 3-5 years experience producing end to end management accounts • Proactive team player with the ability to meet tight deadlines • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders • A mindset geared toward continuous improvement and process optimisation What s on Offer? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly reputable and established organisation that genuinely supports employee development. You'll gain valuable commercial exposure while working closely with the Group Financial Controller and Group Finance Director. For immediate consideration, please contact Wayne Caunce NC Associates on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all applicants of identity, personal characteristics, or background.
Debt Recovery Manager Key Responsibilities: - Ensure that the team provides courteous and professional customer service while negotiating repayment terms with customers - Address escalated customer issues and resolve complaints in a timely manner, maintaining a high standard of customer satisfaction - Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including legal and compliance teams, to address complex cases and escalate issues when necessary. - Constant review of the recovery process to ensure it adheres to all regulatory requirements adhering to the requirements of the insurer and management. - Adhere to all relevant policies, local processes, regulatory and business service level agreements - Conduct regular performance reviews, provide coaching, and support ongoing development to enhance the team s skills and productivity. - Establish, implement and manage sustainable repayment arrangements tailored to the needs of both the Business and Debtor ensuring late payments are chased and enforcement action taken. - Accurately manage and calculate settlement figures for all debtors, supporting all areas of the business in relation to RG Claims Recoveries. - Accurately manage & calculate financial payment requisitions as part of the recoveries process and ensure that payments are made to the Landlord efficiently with relevant tracking & recording in place. - Work closely with outsourced providers to maximise the success of recovery through strategy planning and efficient query handling. - Prepare regular reports on recovery rates, team performance, and other key metrics for management review - Foster a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and cooperation within the team and across departments. - Stay updated on changes in industry regulations and ensure that the team adheres to all applicable laws, policies, and guidelines. - Conduct audits of recovery activities to ensure compliance and address any deviations from company policies. Conduct Rules and Fitness & Propriety All PIB employees are expected to conduct themselves with integrity and professionalism, placing the customer at the centre of all we do and is central to our culture. You must adhere at all times to the FCA s Conduct Rules set out below. Individual Conduct Rules: You must act with integrity. You must act with due skill, care and diligence. You must be open and cooperative with the FCA, the PRA and other regulators. You must pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly. You must observe proper standards of market conduct. You must act to deliver good outcomes for retail consumers. Compliance with the FCA Conduct Rules is required at all times and will be evidenced through annual performance reviews. Fitness & Propriety You will be assessed on a regular basis in line with PIB s requirements to ensure that you: Maintain your fitness at an appropriate level to undertake the function you perform in a sound and prudent manner at all times-this relates to your experience, knowledge, skills and professional qualifications(where appropriate) and associated CPD. Maintain your propriety at all times-this relates to good repute, honesty, integrity and financial soundness. This includes advising the firm of any changes in circumstances and conflicts of interest that could materially affect your fitness or propriety. Have undertaken or are undertaking all relevant training. Compliance of Fitness & Propriety will be evidenced through PIB s annual checks on Fitness & Propriety (e.g. financial soundness), through annual performance reviews and through completion of your Fitness & Propriety Declaration. Person specification Qualifications - GCSE C or above or equivalent - English and Maths - Degree in Business, Finance, or a related field Experience - Proven experience in a debt recovery, collections, or a similar role, with at least 2 years in a leadership position. - Experience of working effectively under pressure and meet targets in a fast-paced environment. - Understanding of HomeLet as a business and its aims and objectives - Understands and has experience of working with customers identified as vulnerable Knowledge - Strong knowledge of recovery strategies, legal regulations, and industry best practices. Skills - Collaborative Working- Encourages Co-Operative Working - Communicating Clearly- Promotes Two-Way Communication - Leading & Developing- Enables the Performance of Others - Thinking Customer- Strives to Deliver Excellence - Commercial Mind-set- Identifies opportunities to reduce costs - Analysing & Initiating- Applies Analytical Rigour - Adapting & Responding- Adapts to Change - Taking Ownership- Seeks New Opportunities Creating & Innovating- Encourages Innovation - Planning & Prioritising-Plans and Monitors Deliverables Attitude - Demonstrates strong leadership by guiding, supporting, and inspiring the team to achieve their goals. - Shows empathy, understanding the challenges they may face and demonstrating patience during difficult conversations - Committed to maintaining a positive customer experience while balancing the need for effective debt recovery. - Handles challenging situations calmly and remains composed under pressure, especially when dealing with sensitive financial matters. - Pays careful attention to detail at all times. 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Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Debt Recovery Manager Key Responsibilities: - Ensure that the team provides courteous and professional customer service while negotiating repayment terms with customers - Address escalated customer issues and resolve complaints in a timely manner, maintaining a high standard of customer satisfaction - Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including legal and compliance teams, to address complex cases and escalate issues when necessary. - Constant review of the recovery process to ensure it adheres to all regulatory requirements adhering to the requirements of the insurer and management. - Adhere to all relevant policies, local processes, regulatory and business service level agreements - Conduct regular performance reviews, provide coaching, and support ongoing development to enhance the team s skills and productivity. - Establish, implement and manage sustainable repayment arrangements tailored to the needs of both the Business and Debtor ensuring late payments are chased and enforcement action taken. - Accurately manage and calculate settlement figures for all debtors, supporting all areas of the business in relation to RG Claims Recoveries. - Accurately manage & calculate financial payment requisitions as part of the recoveries process and ensure that payments are made to the Landlord efficiently with relevant tracking & recording in place. - Work closely with outsourced providers to maximise the success of recovery through strategy planning and efficient query handling. - Prepare regular reports on recovery rates, team performance, and other key metrics for management review - Foster a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and cooperation within the team and across departments. - Stay updated on changes in industry regulations and ensure that the team adheres to all applicable laws, policies, and guidelines. - Conduct audits of recovery activities to ensure compliance and address any deviations from company policies. Conduct Rules and Fitness & Propriety All PIB employees are expected to conduct themselves with integrity and professionalism, placing the customer at the centre of all we do and is central to our culture. You must adhere at all times to the FCA s Conduct Rules set out below. Individual Conduct Rules: You must act with integrity. You must act with due skill, care and diligence. You must be open and cooperative with the FCA, the PRA and other regulators. You must pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly. You must observe proper standards of market conduct. You must act to deliver good outcomes for retail consumers. Compliance with the FCA Conduct Rules is required at all times and will be evidenced through annual performance reviews. Fitness & Propriety You will be assessed on a regular basis in line with PIB s requirements to ensure that you: Maintain your fitness at an appropriate level to undertake the function you perform in a sound and prudent manner at all times-this relates to your experience, knowledge, skills and professional qualifications(where appropriate) and associated CPD. Maintain your propriety at all times-this relates to good repute, honesty, integrity and financial soundness. This includes advising the firm of any changes in circumstances and conflicts of interest that could materially affect your fitness or propriety. Have undertaken or are undertaking all relevant training. Compliance of Fitness & Propriety will be evidenced through PIB s annual checks on Fitness & Propriety (e.g. financial soundness), through annual performance reviews and through completion of your Fitness & Propriety Declaration. Person specification Qualifications - GCSE C or above or equivalent - English and Maths - Degree in Business, Finance, or a related field Experience - Proven experience in a debt recovery, collections, or a similar role, with at least 2 years in a leadership position. - Experience of working effectively under pressure and meet targets in a fast-paced environment. - Understanding of HomeLet as a business and its aims and objectives - Understands and has experience of working with customers identified as vulnerable Knowledge - Strong knowledge of recovery strategies, legal regulations, and industry best practices. Skills - Collaborative Working- Encourages Co-Operative Working - Communicating Clearly- Promotes Two-Way Communication - Leading & Developing- Enables the Performance of Others - Thinking Customer- Strives to Deliver Excellence - Commercial Mind-set- Identifies opportunities to reduce costs - Analysing & Initiating- Applies Analytical Rigour - Adapting & Responding- Adapts to Change - Taking Ownership- Seeks New Opportunities Creating & Innovating- Encourages Innovation - Planning & Prioritising-Plans and Monitors Deliverables Attitude - Demonstrates strong leadership by guiding, supporting, and inspiring the team to achieve their goals. - Shows empathy, understanding the challenges they may face and demonstrating patience during difficult conversations - Committed to maintaining a positive customer experience while balancing the need for effective debt recovery. - Handles challenging situations calmly and remains composed under pressure, especially when dealing with sensitive financial matters. - Pays careful attention to detail at all times. 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Associate Director - Restructuring / Special Situations Location: London About the Role Join a rapidly expanding Restructuring and Special Situations team within a leading Deal Advisory practice. This team is the first point of response for clients facing operational challenges or financial pressure. You'll play a key role in preserving value and restoring organisational resilience through tailored, solution-focused strategies. What You'll Do Lead complex engagements: Deliver high-impact projects involving turnaround, restructuring, liquidity management, disposals, and stakeholder advisory. Client & stakeholder management: Engage with senior executives, lenders, private equity, and internal stakeholders, delivering clear and actionable insights. Business development: Help shape and win new mandates through proposition development, scoping, pricing, and pitching. Team leadership: Coach, mentor, and manage high-performing teams across multiple engagements. Practice growth: Support the ongoing development of the practice through thought leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong focus on risk management. What You'll Bring Proven track record: Strong experience leading complex restructuring or special situations engagements, such as cash and working capital management, turnaround planning, stakeholder management, or financial modelling. Sector versatility: Experience in professional services, operations, finance, or consulting, with exposure across sectors such as industrials, consumer, TMT, energy, or healthcare. Analytical strength: Robust commercial acumen with expertise in financial analysis, DCF, LBO, and scenario modelling. Leadership presence: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence stakeholders at the C-suite level and lead teams under pressure. Problem-solving mindset: Creative and agile approach to developing solutions in fast-paced and uncertain environments. Why You'll Love It Impactful work: Join a dynamic, high-performing team at the intersection of M&A, restructuring, debt advisory, and operational improvement. Broad client exposure: Work on a range of projects, from mid-market businesses to large corporates across the UK. Career progression: Step into a senior delivery and origination role with clear pathways for advancement. Inclusive culture: Thrive in a collaborative environment where diversity, coaching, and professional development are genuinely valued. Ideal Background ACA, ACCA, CFA, and or JIEB qualified. 8+ years' experience in restructuring, turnaround, corporate finance, or special situations. Demonstrable leadership of complex mandates and a proven track record in business development. Apply now to take the next step in your career - driving transformational outcomes and guiding organisations through moments that matter.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Associate Director - Restructuring / Special Situations Location: London About the Role Join a rapidly expanding Restructuring and Special Situations team within a leading Deal Advisory practice. This team is the first point of response for clients facing operational challenges or financial pressure. You'll play a key role in preserving value and restoring organisational resilience through tailored, solution-focused strategies. What You'll Do Lead complex engagements: Deliver high-impact projects involving turnaround, restructuring, liquidity management, disposals, and stakeholder advisory. Client & stakeholder management: Engage with senior executives, lenders, private equity, and internal stakeholders, delivering clear and actionable insights. Business development: Help shape and win new mandates through proposition development, scoping, pricing, and pitching. Team leadership: Coach, mentor, and manage high-performing teams across multiple engagements. Practice growth: Support the ongoing development of the practice through thought leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong focus on risk management. What You'll Bring Proven track record: Strong experience leading complex restructuring or special situations engagements, such as cash and working capital management, turnaround planning, stakeholder management, or financial modelling. Sector versatility: Experience in professional services, operations, finance, or consulting, with exposure across sectors such as industrials, consumer, TMT, energy, or healthcare. Analytical strength: Robust commercial acumen with expertise in financial analysis, DCF, LBO, and scenario modelling. Leadership presence: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence stakeholders at the C-suite level and lead teams under pressure. Problem-solving mindset: Creative and agile approach to developing solutions in fast-paced and uncertain environments. Why You'll Love It Impactful work: Join a dynamic, high-performing team at the intersection of M&A, restructuring, debt advisory, and operational improvement. Broad client exposure: Work on a range of projects, from mid-market businesses to large corporates across the UK. Career progression: Step into a senior delivery and origination role with clear pathways for advancement. Inclusive culture: Thrive in a collaborative environment where diversity, coaching, and professional development are genuinely valued. Ideal Background ACA, ACCA, CFA, and or JIEB qualified. 8+ years' experience in restructuring, turnaround, corporate finance, or special situations. Demonstrable leadership of complex mandates and a proven track record in business development. Apply now to take the next step in your career - driving transformational outcomes and guiding organisations through moments that matter.
Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you! We are looking for a Prison Advocate Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 Location: HMP Peterborough Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: Fixed Term until 31st March 2027 This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Please note : Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting. About us Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community. We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies. Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. About the role: The Advance Prison Advocate will support women on remand and those unsentenced within the prison setting, providing pre-release support; focused on Accommodation, Finance, debt & benefits, Family & significant others and Social inclusion. The Prison Advocate will develop a referral pathway with the Offender Management team within the prison, for women to access the service and will work in partnership with the existing service providers operating within the prison. You will co-design a person-centred support and action plan with women accessing support, enabling you to support them to address their needs and any risks in relation to the interventions identified above including providing through the gate support . The role will combine a casework- based approach, along with a signposting and advice service for the women in custody. You will have demonstrable experience and understanding of working with women in a challenging multi-agency environment, ideally working with prisoners and/or their families. You will build strong relationships with the Pre Release teams to ensure clients are able to maintain or access suitable accommodation, finance, benefits and debt, family and social inclusion support including negotiating terms on behalf of the women. Ensure that interventions are responsive to and meet the needs of women from diverse and minoritised backgrounds. This, together with referrals to wider partner organisations in the community, will ensure additional support needs are addressed post-release and continuity of support exists. A car may be desirable for this role, though not essential. About You: To be successful as the Prison Advocate you will need the below experience and skills: Knowledge and experience of the criminal justice system obtained through academic study, experience of working in the criminal justice system (or closely associated social system). The ability and experience as a caseworker delivering gender specific and trauma responsive interventions which support resettlement and rehabilitation of female adults in the criminal justice system whether in the community or in prisons. You will possess excellent organisational skills, excellent communication skills and be able to work in a prison environment whilst remaining calm. Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of managing a caseload including maintaining and updating records, remaining focused on action plan goals, and keeping to deadlines You will have the ability to complete trauma informed, support and action plans in collaboration with the woman; to support in addressing their multiple and individual needs and enable them to engage with services, which will result in timely and prescribed outcomes being achieved. How to apply: Please apply with a copy of your CV and a cover letter through our website. The closing date for applications is the 21st of September. Interviews will take place the week of the 29th September. Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate. What we can offer you - Employee Benefits: 35-hour working week An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!) Additional days off to celebrate International Women s Day, and for religious observance and moving home Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more Pension scheme Enhanced maternity/adoption provision Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Employee eye-care scheme Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation Organisation wide away days One-week paid carers s leave Career development pathways Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits. Safeguarding Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you! We are looking for a Prison Advocate Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 Location: HMP Peterborough Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: Fixed Term until 31st March 2027 This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Please note : Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting. About us Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community. We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies. Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. About the role: The Advance Prison Advocate will support women on remand and those unsentenced within the prison setting, providing pre-release support; focused on Accommodation, Finance, debt & benefits, Family & significant others and Social inclusion. The Prison Advocate will develop a referral pathway with the Offender Management team within the prison, for women to access the service and will work in partnership with the existing service providers operating within the prison. You will co-design a person-centred support and action plan with women accessing support, enabling you to support them to address their needs and any risks in relation to the interventions identified above including providing through the gate support . The role will combine a casework- based approach, along with a signposting and advice service for the women in custody. You will have demonstrable experience and understanding of working with women in a challenging multi-agency environment, ideally working with prisoners and/or their families. You will build strong relationships with the Pre Release teams to ensure clients are able to maintain or access suitable accommodation, finance, benefits and debt, family and social inclusion support including negotiating terms on behalf of the women. Ensure that interventions are responsive to and meet the needs of women from diverse and minoritised backgrounds. This, together with referrals to wider partner organisations in the community, will ensure additional support needs are addressed post-release and continuity of support exists. A car may be desirable for this role, though not essential. About You: To be successful as the Prison Advocate you will need the below experience and skills: Knowledge and experience of the criminal justice system obtained through academic study, experience of working in the criminal justice system (or closely associated social system). The ability and experience as a caseworker delivering gender specific and trauma responsive interventions which support resettlement and rehabilitation of female adults in the criminal justice system whether in the community or in prisons. You will possess excellent organisational skills, excellent communication skills and be able to work in a prison environment whilst remaining calm. Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of managing a caseload including maintaining and updating records, remaining focused on action plan goals, and keeping to deadlines You will have the ability to complete trauma informed, support and action plans in collaboration with the woman; to support in addressing their multiple and individual needs and enable them to engage with services, which will result in timely and prescribed outcomes being achieved. How to apply: Please apply with a copy of your CV and a cover letter through our website. The closing date for applications is the 21st of September. Interviews will take place the week of the 29th September. Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate. What we can offer you - Employee Benefits: 35-hour working week An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!) Additional days off to celebrate International Women s Day, and for religious observance and moving home Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more Pension scheme Enhanced maternity/adoption provision Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Employee eye-care scheme Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation Organisation wide away days One-week paid carers s leave Career development pathways Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits. Safeguarding Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.
