<p><strong>HR Manager (14 Month FTC)</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Wrexham (2 site manufacturing operation) <br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £65,000-£70,000 (flexible up to £75,000) + £5,000 car allowance<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> 14 month fixed term contract<br /> <strong>Hours:</strong> 37 hours per week<br /> <strong>Start Date:</strong> Within the next 2 weeks <strong>(immediate availability essential)</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Robet Half LTD seeking an experienced and hands-on <strong>HR Manager</strong> to join a Wrexham manufacturing operation on a 14-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. This is an urgent requirement and candidates must be immediately available or able to start within the next two weeks.</p><p>This is a pivotal leadership role within a unionised, fast-paced manufacturing environment, supporting circa 200 employees across two sites. Around 70% of the workforce is blue collar, alongside head office and functional teams.</p><p>You will have full operational HR oversight for the site, while also sitting as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), influencing business decisions and leading people-focused projects.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting into the wider UK HR structure and working closely with the Plant Director and SLT, you will:</p><ul><li>Lead and develop a team of 6 HR professionals (including HR Advisor, Assistant, Training Coordinator and specialist support functions)</li><li>Provide full operational HR leadership across a unionised manufacturing workforce</li><li>Act as the key liaison with Trade Unions, leading on pay negotiations (current talks underway and groundwork for 2026)</li><li>Drive engagement, communication and change activity following recent acquisition</li><li>Partner with SLT to shape and execute the annual people plan</li><li>Bring greater structure and consistency to key HR processes (e.g. bonus schemes, policy application, people frameworks)</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives across the plant</li><li>Champion visibility and presence on the shop floor - building trust and credibility at all levels</li><li>Lead employee engagement initiatives, CSR and community involvement programmes</li><li>Collaborate with central functions including Legal, ER and Compensation & Benefits teams</li><li>Support ongoing projects</li></ul><p>This is a highly visible role requiring strong influencing skills, commercial awareness and the ability to balance strategic input with hands-on operational delivery.</p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for a confident and credible HR leader who thrives in a manufacturing setting and enjoys being embedded in the operation.</p><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li>Proven HR leadership experience within a manufacturing environment (food manufacturing desirable)</li><li>Essential experience working in a unionised setting</li><li>Strong experience leading pay negotiations and managing union relationships</li><li>A track record of developing and nurturing HR teams</li><li>Experience operating as part of a Senior Leadership Team</li><li>The ability to influence, challenge and partner at senior level</li><li>A hands-on, visible and approachable leadership style</li><li>Strong change management and engagement experience</li><li>Commercial awareness and sound judgement</li></ul><p>Most importantly, you will be a strong people leader - someone who can bring stability, energy and direction, develop capability within the HR team, and foster collaboration across the site.</p><p><strong>Working Arrangements</strong></p><ul><li>Predominantly site-based (5 days per week), with some flexibility for occasional home working</li><li>Flexibility around start and finish times</li><li>Open, collaborative office environment (approx. 60 office-based colleagues)</li><li>A "small company within a bigger company" feel - autonomy within a wider corporate framework</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to play a key leadership role during a significant period of business change</li><li>High visibility and influence at site and UK level</li><li>A supportive SLT and engaged workforce</li><li>Real scope to shape, improve and strengthen people processes</li><li>Immediate impact opportunity</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuNDEwMjQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth, technology-led business in the East Midlands that is recruiting for a permanent Senior Tax Manager to support a highly acquisitive strategy with a strong focus on M&A.</p><p>This is a senior, permanent Senior Tax Manager role within a fast-paced tech environment where mergers and acquisitions sit at the heart of the growth agenda. The role will suit a commercially minded tax professional who wants to operate close to deal activity, working alongside senior leadership and external advisors as the business continues to scale across the East Midlands and beyond.</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>As Senior Tax Manager, you will take ownership of the tax agenda for a technology business undergoing frequent M&A activity, with exposure across transaction support, structuring and post-acquisition integration.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities will include:</strong></p><ul><li>Leading tax input into M&A activity, including structuring, due diligence and deal execution</li><li>Managing tax aspects of acquisitions, integrations and group re-organisations</li><li>Overseeing corporate tax compliance and reporting across the group</li><li>Acting as the key point of contact for external tax advisors</li><li>Providing clear, commercial tax advice to senior stakeholders</li><li>Supporting tax risk management and governance in a growing tech business</li><li>Keeping up to date with relevant tax legislation impacting M&A and the technology sector</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Who we are looking for</strong></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Tax Manager with a strong background in M&A-focused tax, ideally gained within a technology, PE-backed or fast-growth environment.</p><p><strong>You are likely to bring:</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CTA qualification</li><li>Ideally industry experience, but exceptional practice candidates will be considered</li><li>Experience working closely with senior stakeholders</li><li>A commercial mindset with the ability to balance risk and growth</li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer</strong></p><p>This permanent Senior Tax Manager role in the East Midlands offers a rare opportunity to join a tech business where tax is central to the M&A strategy.</p><p><strong>You can expect:</strong></p><ul><li>A senior, permanent Senior Tax Manager position with significant M&A exposure</li><li>Direct involvement in acquisitions and integration activity</li><li>Visibility and influence at senior leadership level</li><li>Career progression within a growing East Midlands technology business</li></ul><p>If this Senior Tax Manager role in the East Midlands looks of interest, or if you are an accomplished tax professional with strong M&A experience and would like to get on our radar, please apply now.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS42MTAyNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Accountant | Energy Sector | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £75,000 - £95,000 | 2 Year Fixed Term Contract</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are recruiting for a Qualified Accountant to join a global Energy & Infrastructure business as <strong>Senior Accountant</strong>, based in Central London. This is a high-impact role offering exposure to senior leadership and front-office teams involved in <strong>energy trading and commercial operations</strong>. The ideal candidate will bring a strong grounding in both <strong>financial and management accounting</strong>, along with exposure to <strong>commodities or financial instruments</strong>-whether from <strong>energy, oil and gas or utilities</strong>.</p><p> </p><p>The organisation is a major player in the transition to low-carbon energy, delivering large-scale solutions across the UK and internationally. With operations in over 70 countries, they support both public and private sector clients across power, heat, and infrastructure projects.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll be responsible for core reporting activities and act as a key finance contact for both senior stakeholders and operational teams. Your responsibilities will include:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Preparing and delivering monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis.</li><li>Supporting the preparation of annual statutory accounts and ensuring compliance with all audit and disclosure requirements.</li><li>Assisting in financial planning and forecasting to support budgeting and business strategy.</li><li>Managing internal and external queries related to invoicing, settlements, and payment flows-particularly those linked to <strong>energy trading and commodities exposure</strong>.</li><li>Taking ownership of VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with HMRC requirements.</li><li>Producing regular and ad-hoc cash flow forecasts, including scenario modelling in response to market volatility.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li><strong>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)</strong> with experience across both <strong>financial and management accounting</strong>.</li><li>Strong technical foundation, with hands-on experience in <strong>statutory reporting, cash flow forecasting, VAT</strong>, and <strong>month-end close</strong>.</li><li>Exposure to <strong>commodities, financial instruments</strong>, or <strong>traded environments</strong> is essential-this may come from <strong>energy, utilities, or oil and gas</strong>.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and confidence working with C-level and front-office stakeholders.</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple reporting streams.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>What's on offer</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Salary of £75,000-£95,000 depending on experience.</li><li>Hybrid working (2 days per week in the office).</li><li>Annual bonus scheme (Up to 25%).</li><li>Generous pension scheme.</li><li>Flexible benefits allowance.</li><li>28 days holiday.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why this role could be your next move</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is more than just a <strong>BAU accounting or reporting role</strong>. You'll be embedded in the heart of the business with direct lines of communication to the <strong>CEO</strong>, <strong>Traders</strong>, and <strong>Business Development teams</strong>-giving you visibility and input into real-time commercial decision-making. You'll join a globally backed, purpose-driven energy business with a strong UK footprint and an ambitious growth strategy. From district heating networks to major decarbonisation partnerships, the company is shaping the UK's low-carbon future and finance plays a key role in enabling that mission.</p><p>If you're looking for a finance role with substance, senior visibility, and exposure to a complex, high-growth environment, this is it.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMjM3OTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
