<p><strong>Senior Legal Counsel</strong></p><p><strong>Construction firm</strong></p><p><strong>Based in either London or Leeds</strong></p><p><strong>Hybrid working (2 days in the office per week)</strong></p><p><strong>£100K base + 6K car allowance</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Providing commercially focused legal advice on a broad range of projects ensuring compliance with applicable law.</li><li>Reviewing, negotiating and/or drafting agreements and conducting contract negotiations with project counterparties primarily for construction, refurbishment and related services.</li><li>Supporting on commercial and contractual matters for tenders, projects, variations and on-going contractual and operational matters.</li><li>Assisting on the governance of transactions at local and group level.</li><li>Working closely with colleagues throughout the group and with customers.</li><li>Managing external legal resource as required</li><li>Assisting in developing and delivering training on legal matters for colleagues across the business.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The requirements:</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>UK qualified solicitor</li><li>Experience in both private practice and in-house roles preferred but not essential</li><li>Understanding of the contractual framework surrounding construction projects within the UK construction market including experience of negotiating and agreements based on industry standard forms in particular the JCT suite of contracts and NEC.</li></ul><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/Y2hyaXMuaGVuc29uLjc5MDkxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="264" data-end="498"><strong data-end="278" data-start="264">Job Title:</strong> Interim Financial Controller (US Listing Support)<br / data-start="328" data-end="331"> <strong data-start="331" data-end="344">Location:</strong> Remote (Glasgow based business)<br / data-end="401" data-start="398"> <strong data-start="401" data-end="419">Contract Type:</strong> Interim (6-9 months)<br data-start="440" data-end="443" /> <strong data-start="443" data-end="458">Start Date:</strong> ASAP<br data-end="466" data-start="463" /> <strong data-end="479" data-start="466">Day Rate:</strong> Competitive, DOE</p><h3 data-start="500" data-end="520">About the Role</h3><p data-start="521" data-end="889">We're supporting a high-growth, internationally expanding business as they prepare for a US stock market listing. To help them navigate this critical phase, we're looking for a commercially sharp <strong data-end="749" data-start="717">Interim Financial Controller</strong> with <strong data-start="755" data-end="769">US listing</strong> experience to bolster their finance function and ensure IPO-readiness from both a technical and operational standpoint.</p><h3 data-start="891" data-end="917">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="1729" data-start="918"><li data-start="918" data-end="1035"><p data-start="920" data-end="1035">Act as a key finance lead in the IPO workstream, supporting CFO and external advisors through the listing process</p></li><li data-start="1036" data-end="1129"><p data-start="1038" data-end="1129">Ensure compliance with <strong data-start="1061" data-end="1072">US GAAP</strong>, <strong data-end="1104" data-start="1074">SEC reporting requirements</strong>, and <strong data-start="1110" data-end="1127">SOX readiness</strong></p></li><li data-end="1252" data-start="1130"><p data-start="1132" data-end="1252">Lead technical accounting reviews and help prepare required financial statements, disclosures, and audit documentation</p></li><li data-start="1253" data-end="1363"><p data-end="1363" data-start="1255">Strengthen internal controls and improve financial reporting processes to meet US public company standards</p></li><li data-end="1482" data-start="1364"><p data-end="1482" data-start="1366">Partner with cross-functional teams (legal, tax, IR, etc.) to align financial operations with listing requirements</p></li><li data-start="1483" data-end="1568"><p data-start="1485" data-end="1568">Support the build-out of a scalable finance function for life as a public company</p></li><li data-end="1654" data-start="1569"><p data-end="1654" data-start="1571">Manage and coordinate the external audit process, including PCAOB audit standards</p></li><li data-start="1655" data-end="1729"><p data-start="1657" data-end="1729">Provide ad hoc strategic financial input to the executive team and board</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1731" data-end="1759">What We're Looking For</h3><ul data-start="1760" data-end="2239"><li data-start="1760" data-end="1841"><p data-start="1762" data-end="1841">Proven experience supporting a company through a <strong data-start="1811" data-end="1839">US IPO or direct listing</strong></p></li><li data-start="1842" data-end="1916"><p data-start="1844" data-end="1916">Deep knowledge of <strong data-end="1873" data-start="1862">US GAAP</strong>, <strong data-start="1875" data-end="1890">SEC filings</strong>, and <strong data-start="1896" data-end="1914">SOX compliance</strong></p></li><li data-end="2002" data-start="1917"><p data-end="2002" data-start="1919">ACA/CPA or equivalent qualification with a strong technical accounting background</p></li><li data-end="2071" data-start="2003"><p data-start="2005" data-end="2071">Experience working with US advisors, auditors, and legal counsel</p></li><li data-end="2151" data-start="2072"><p data-end="2151" data-start="2074">Comfortable in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with lots of moving parts</p></li><li data-end="2239" data-start="2152"><p data-end="2239" data-start="2154">Able to operate hands-on when needed, but also step up to board-level conversations</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2241" data-end="2259">Nice to Have</h3><ul data-end="2453" data-start="2260"><li data-start="2260" data-end="2334"><p data-end="2334" data-start="2262">Experience in high-growth tech, life sciences, or clean energy sectors</p></li><li data-end="2394" data-start="2335"><p data-end="2394" data-start="2337">Big 4 background and/or prior public company experience</p></li><li data-end="2453" data-start="2395"><p data-start="2397" data-end="2453">Familiarity with dual reporting (e.g., IFRS and US GAAP)</p></li></ul><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/RGFycmVuLkJveWxlLjY0NjYxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Corporate Finance Consultant <br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Staines (Hybrid)</p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>Our client - a high-growth real estate group are currently undertaking a complex c. £250 million refinancing process across 14 assets - is seeking an exceptional Corporate Finance Consultant to support the CFO and senior leadership team. You will report directly to the CFO and work closely with the CEO, especially during management meetings. This is a pivotal role supporting the finance team during a period of strategic restructuring and financial transformation.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Financial Modelling:</strong><br /> * Develop, enhance, and stress-test robust financial models (3-statement and bespoke transaction models) to support debt structuring, sensitivity and covenant analysis.<br /> * Take existing forecasting P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow model and run detailed sensitivity analyses.<br /> * Overlay financial covenants analysis on the base case and sensitivity cases.</li><li><strong>Debt and Transaction Support:</strong><br /> * Analyse prospective lender term sheets and prepare comparator analyses and reviews using our base case and sensitivity forecasts.<br /> * Prepare Q&A responses for lenders and other key stakeholders.<br /> * Assist the CFO with tax analysis for the refinance, liaising with tax advisors.<br /> * Support the CFO with Balance Sheet progressions required at completion and reviewing facility agreements, preparing review memos.</li><li><strong>Strategic Presentations:</strong><br /> * Develop high-impact board and investor presentations that clearly articulate refinancing strategy, financial impacts and risks.<br /> * Lead on production and design of professional slide decks using Porthaven's brand guidelines.</li><li><strong>Governance & Controls:</strong><br /> * Support governance processes, oversight of policies and controls and maintain regulatory compliance.</li><li><strong>Stakeholder Engagement:</strong><br /> * Liaise with banks, legal advisors, tax advisors and internal teams, ensuring transparent and seamless information flow.</li><li><strong>BAU Support:</strong><br /> * Although this will be a 90% project role, support monthly board and investor reporting as required.</li><li><strong>Ad Hoc CFO Support:</strong><br /> * Provide hands-on support to the CFO on strategic financial matters and key project milestones.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Ideal Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Qualifications:</strong> ACA qualified (Big 4 or Top 20 practice essential).</li><li><strong>Experience:</strong><br /> * 5-8 years post-qualification in corporate finance, transaction services, debt advisory, or a similar role.<br /> * Proven track record supporting refinancing, M&A or complex funding transactions.</li><li><strong>Skills:</strong><br /> * Expert financial modelling (3-statement, sensitivities, covenants).<br /> * Excellent MS Excel and PowerPoint skills with the ability to produce polished and compelling decks.<br /> * Strong governance mindset with exposure to regulated financial environments.</li><li><strong>Attributes:</strong><br /> * Commercially astute, detail-oriented and calm under pressure.<br /> * Curious, resourceful and proactive - able to hit the ground running.<br /> * Strong communication skills to manage executive-level relationships.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><p>This is a rare opportunity to work directly alongside a highly experienced CFO and CEO on a significant refinancing project that will shape the company's next phase of growth. The role offers autonomy, intellectual challenge and substantial exposure to board-level decision-making.</p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £65,000 and £85,000 P/A</li><li>A performance related bonus of up to 15%</li><li>5% pension contribution</li><li>Life and health pack</li><li>25 days holiday</li><li>Wfh flexibility 2 days per week</li><li>Other great benefits on application</li></ul><p> </p><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/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuNTAzMDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> </p><p><strong>Head of Accounting - PE-backed Med-Tech Company</strong></p><p><strong>To £125,000 plus bonus and benefits</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>***this role is mostly remote with one week a month travel to Europe. Candidate(s) must live within a commutable distance to London for leadership meetings***</strong> </p><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Accounting to join a high-growth, Private Equity-backed med-tech company. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the successful candidate will oversee all accounting operations, manage a team of 6-8, and ensure compliance with IFRS standards. The role will also involve offering strategic insight to drive financial performance across the organisation. The position requires international travel to European locations approximately one week per month. Key Responsibilities include: </p><ul><li>Ownership of day-to-day management of the accounting finance team including managing month end/ year end processes such as monthly consolidation and group reporting process.</li><li>Review subsidiary month-end reporting, provide commentary, and tackle issues.</li><li>Own group and subsidiary statutory reporting including external audits. Manage all audit deliverables through to sign-off.</li><li>Assist in the development and documentation of business processes and accounting policies to strengthen and maintain internal controls.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of 6-8 accounting staff.</li><li>Support the FP&A manager with monthly reporting and annual budgeting processes.</li><li>Ensure robust internal controls and processes are in place to support accurate and efficient operations.</li><li>Orders to Cash centre of excellent (COE) to ensure consistency, strong control and visibility on order reporting, billing, revenue recognition and cash collection.</li><li>Present financial data and analysis to the CFO, Private Equity partners, and other internal/external stakeholders.</li><li>Manage all tax reporting and compliance obligations for the company.</li><li>Oversee the payroll function to ensure accuracy and compliance with payroll regulations across multiple regions.</li><li>Collaborate with the PE investors, auditors, and legal advisors to maintain alignment and transparency in financial matters.</li><li>Apply IFRS knowledge to various accounting practices, including consolidation, asset tracking, and revenue recognition.</li><li>Continuously assess and implement IFRS updates to maintain compliance.</li><li>Commit to regular monthly travel within Europe to build relationships with regional finance and business counterparts. </li></ul><p>To be considered for this high-profile Head of Accounting role with PE backed med-tech company you should be a qualified accountant with a background in practice. Extensive experience in financial accounting, reporting, and compliance (IFRS experience is essential). Strong ability to manage month-end close processes, financial reporting, and internal controls with precision and efficiency. Experience in a PE-backed or high-growth organisation (preferably within med-tech, healthcare, or a similar sector). Working knowledge of European tax regulations and payroll systems. Willingness to travel regularly within Europe (1 week per month). </p><p>For more information on this and other full-time accounting and finance opportunities across the London and Home Counties area, please email Richard Milne - Director, Senior Appointments in the strictest confidence</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/UmljaGFyZC5NaWxuZS40NDEyNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<ul><li>Role: Permanent </li></ul><ul><li>Location: We are hiring across the UK</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Robert Half is looking for a Senior Recruitment Consultant </strong>to play a key role in driving business growth and delivering outstanding results for clients and candidates alike.</p><p> </p><p>If you're an experienced recruiter looking to take the next step in your career, this is your chance to move into a strategic, high-impact role with genuine autonomy and clear progression - all within a market-leading business.</p><p>In return, you'll be part of a passionate and vibrant team, supported by industry-leading training, cutting-edge technology, and a rewarding package of benefits.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Meet your future career at Robert Half,</strong> the global leader in talent solutions.</p><p><strong>About the role</strong> </p><ul><li>As a Recruitment Consultant, you'll manage end-to-end recruitment processes across permanent and contract roles within your specialist market, delivering tailored talent solutions to meet client needs.</li><li>You'll build and nurture consultative relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers, positioning yourself as a trusted advisor and market expert.</li><li>You'll drive business development by identifying new opportunities, expanding market presence, and contributing to the growth of your desk through strategic client engagement.</li><li>On the candidate side, you'll proactively source, assess, and engage top-tier talent - ensuring an exceptional experience from first contact through to successful placement and beyond.</li><li>You'll stay ahead of market trends and competitor activity, using insights to inform recruitment strategy and deliver value to clients and candidates alike.</li><li>As a key member of the team, you'll contribute to a collaborative culture - mentoring junior consultants, sharing best practices, and supporting collective success.</li><li>This role offers the opportunity to build long-term relationships, deliver expert consulting, and make a meaningful impact on careers and businesses.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your skills and experience</strong> </p><ul><li>You have 3+ years of 360° recruitment experience, ideally within [insert sector - e.g., finance, legal, technology], with a strong track record of delivering high-quality placements across permanent and/or contract roles.</li><li>You bring a proven history of business development success, combining strong client and candidate management skills with a consistent billing performance.</li><li>You demonstrate commercial acumen and approach business development with confidence, identifying and capitalising on new opportunities.</li><li>You take a proactive, self-driven approach to your work and show clear potential for leadership and progression.</li><li>You have excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills that enable you to build lasting professional relationships.</li><li>You operate with a consultative mindset and a strong focus on delivering value to clients - always putting their needs first.</li><li>You are highly motivated, professional, and results-oriented, with a passion for exceeding targets and expectations.</li><li>You thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment where goals are clear and ambition is rewarded.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What we offer</strong> <br />When you join us, we will invest in your financial and personal wellbeing with benefits that work for you. Our package includes: </p><ul><li>Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package</li><li>Transparent quarterly performance-based bonuses</li><li>Well-being initiatives designed to support your mental, physical and financial health</li><li>Industry-leading training and continuous professional development</li><li>Access to the latest technology and tools to help you succeed</li><li>Recognition programmes celebrating both individual and team achievements</li><li>National and international career mobility opportunities</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Meet your future with a business that changes futures</strong> <br />At Robert Half, we change lives and create incredible career journeys through work with meaning, and work with impact. we meet the demands of a changing world and changing work, with foresight, empathy, and energy.</p><p>If you have the skills to connect exceptional talent with exciting opportunities, meet your future as a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Robert Half. </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 equal opportunity and diversity. 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.co.uk/legal-information/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TmFvbWkuQ2FycGVudGVyLjEzMzY2LjEwOTIzQHJvYmVydGhhbGZpbnRsLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a global listed telecommunications business to recruit a Interim Head of Indirect tax for a 12-month interim contract. The key focus will be to support the European business units, overseeing head office VAT compliance, and driving indirect tax input on cross-border projects, system implementations, and business initiatives. The successful candidate will act as the primary point of contact for European indirect tax matters within the group, ensuring full compliance, managing risk, and identifying tax efficiencies.</p><p><strong>The Company</strong></p><p>This role offers the opportunity to join a global listed business with a number of well-known and respected brands. This role has the opportunity to gain exposure to senior leadership across multiple regions and business lines.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As the Interim Head of Indirect Tax you would be supporting with:</p><ul><li>Provide proactive, practical advice on complex indirect tax matters.</li><li>Deliver strategic VAT advisory services and manage complex tax issues in collaboration with senior stakeholders.</li><li>Provide indirect tax input on key cross-border projects, including new business models, system implementations (e.g., ERP upgrades), and M&A activity.</li><li>Contribute to the digitalisation of the tax function (e.g., e-invoicing, real-time reporting requirements).</li><li>Provide support with VAT audits, queries, and correspondence with tax authorities across multiple EU jurisdictions.</li><li>Develop and maintain strong relationships with European business units as well as external advisors.</li><li>Oversee VAT compliance for the head office companies to ensure timely and accurate submissions.</li><li>Ensure robust VAT processes and controls are in place to manage compliance risk.</li><li>Work closely with local finance, legal and commercial teams to ensure indirect tax is fully integrated into business decision-making.</li><li>Coach and mentor a junior VAT Manager.</li><li>Develop and deliver VAT training to finance and non-finance stakeholders.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Professional tax, accounting, or legal qualification (e.g., CTA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).</li><li>Strong understanding of UK and EU VAT legislation and emerging indirect tax developments (e.g., e-invoicing mandates, digital reporting requirements).</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.</li><li>Prior experience in a similar Interim Head of Indirect Tax role would be beneficial but not necessary.</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><p>A day rate of between £500-600/day inside IR35 (dependant on experience) should represent fair market value for you. The role offers the opportunity to run a highly visible team with influence over a number of key internal projects. You will be required to work 3 day from the office based near Battersea.</p><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/SmFtZXMuS2Vhcm5zLjU5ODczLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Duties: </strong></p><ul><li>This Finance Revenue Manager will manage the overall revenue and billing functions. </li><li>The priority of this position will be to drive improvements to all the operational business functions in the Finance department including the revenue/billing and cash collection divisions, as well as client accounting and disbursements.</li><li>Supervise the firm's working capital covering WIP. </li><li>Overseeing the external audit & SRA audit.</li><li>Maintaining and improving the provision of management information through optimising the implementation of PowerBI, or other new software products.</li><li>Supporting the Head of Finance & COFO in integrating the finance functions of any successful acquisitions/new ventures.</li><li>Supervision of all client accounting, including liaising with the bank where necessary, interest payments, transfers, and counsel disbursements to ensure compliance with the SRA standards.</li><li>Prepare and Lead projects to review all our systems and processes in the billing and credit control function, and the payment function, recommending improvements or additional investment in technology where required. </li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA equivalent qualifications. </li><li>Professional Services or Legal sector experience. </li><li>Revenue exposure, highly desirable.</li><li>Detailed knowledge of SRA Accounts rules and firm's Anti Money Laundering and KYC processes is advantageous though not essential.</li></ul><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/V2lsbC5UcmV2b3IuNDQ2NTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Head of Human Resources and Training</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Bristol / South West<br /> <strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-time<br /> <strong>Reporting to:</strong> Executive Leadership Team</p><p>An international consumer goods business within the <strong>FMCG sector</strong> is looking to appoint an experienced <strong>Head of Human Resources and Training</strong>. This is a pivotal opportunity within a fast-paced, growth-oriented organisation, supporting both UK operations and international teams across Europe and North America.</p><p>This is a brand-new vacancy in the organisation, and we are ideally looking for someone based in Bristol, or along the M4 corridor.</p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>This role combines strategic leadership with operational delivery, overseeing all aspects of HR and training across multiple geographies. The successful candidate will lead integration efforts following acquisitions, embed consistent HR practices across regions, and drive employee engagement, talent development, and organisational transformation.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Leadership & Partnering</strong></p><ul><li>Lead HR strategy and operations for UK offices, providing guidance to international teams.</li><li>Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on all people-related matters.</li><li>Support engagement and change management initiatives across the business.</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance & International Support</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure compliance with employment legislation in the UK and across European and US locations.</li><li>Manage relationships with external providers for legal, payroll, and compliance services.</li><li>Maintain consistent HR documentation, adapted to local requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Talent Management & Development</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning activities.</li><li>Deliver learning and development programmes to support capability building.</li><li>Contribute to succession planning and inclusion initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>M&A & Integration</strong></p><ul><li>Lead HR integration of newly acquired businesses.</li><li>Align policies, systems, and processes across regions.</li><li>Support business transformation projects through people-focused solutions.</li></ul><p><strong>HR Operations & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Manage compensation, benefits, and payroll coordination across countries.</li><li>Monitor and report on HR metrics and KPIs to support data-driven decisions.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement across HR and training functions.</li></ul><p><strong>Candidate Requirements</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Degree in HR or related field (CIPD Level 5+ desirable).</li><li>Minimum 5 years' HR experience, including 2+ years in a senior leadership role.</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK employment law; exposure to European and/or US employment frameworks preferred.</li><li>Experience working in the <strong>FMCG</strong> or consumer goods sector.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead HR across multiple countries or business units.</li><li>Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Demonstrable experience in a growth environment, Mergers & Acquisitions</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable</strong></p><ul><li>Familiarity with HR systems and global process alignment.</li><li>Knowledge of regulated business environments.</li><li>Strong change management and analytical capabilities.</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Up to circa £90k DOE</li><li>Opportunity to lead and shape a modern HR function.</li><li>Exposure to international markets and integration projects.</li><li>A collaborative and commercially minded culture.</li><li>A varied and high-impact role within a growing international business.</li></ul><p> </p><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/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuMzIzOTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>HR Manager - Growing, Owner-Managed Business</strong><br /><strong>Location:</strong> Leeds, UK<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £50,000 per annum <br /><strong>Reports to:</strong> Managing Director<br /><br /></p><p>Are you ready to shape the future of people and culture in a dynamic, growing business?</p><p>We're looking for an experienced <strong>HR Manager</strong> to join the Senior Leadership Team and establish a dedicated People function from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact while crafting strategy, culture, and operational excellence in a business that values its people as much as its product.</p><h3>What You'll Do:</h3><ul><li>Lead the People Strategy. Align HR initiatives with business goals and act as a trusted advisor to the MD and SLT.</li><li>Build the Function. Create and refine HR frameworks, policies, and systems that support a thriving workplace.</li><li>Drive Engagement & Development . Champion wellbeing, performance, and growth across all levels.</li><li>Shape Culture. Foster an inclusive, values-driven environment where people love to work.</li><li>Oversee Compliance & Operations. Ensure legal compliance and smooth HR operations, including payroll collaboration.</li><li>Design Reward & Recognition. Develop benefits and pay structures that attract and retain top talent.</li><li>Support Recruitment. Guide strategic hiring and empower internal recruitment efforts.</li></ul><h3>What You'll Bring:</h3><ul><li>CIPD Level 5+ and a strong track record of continuous professional development.</li><li>Proven experience building or transforming HR functions, ideally in multi-site environments.</li><li>Strategic and hands-on HR leadership, with a flair for culture-building and change management.</li><li>Deep knowledge of UK employment law and best practice HR processes.</li><li>Sector experience in hospitality, brewing, manufacturing, or similar environments is a bonus.</li></ul><h3>Why Join?</h3><p>This is a hands-on, high-impact role in a business that's scaling with purpose. You'll have the autonomy to shape the people agenda, influence senior decision-making, and create a workplace where people thrive.</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjUzMTM3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering this South Manchester/Cheshire based leading medical communications and healthcare consultancy group, serving clients in biotech, pharma, and healthcare technology in the appointment of a Group Financial Controller. </p><p>The main purpose of the role will be to lead the group finance function and ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all group-level financial reporting and compliance. The Group Financial Controller plays a key leadership role in overseeing statutory reporting, group consolidation, financial controls, and compliance with accounting standards, providing strategic insight and financial governance to support the CFO and broader executive team. </p><p>Reporting directly into the Group CFO, main duties will include: </p><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Consolidation</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the preparation of consolidated financial statements under UK GAAP.</li><li>Deliver high-quality board and investor-level reporting, analysis, and insights</li><li>Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process for the group.</li></ul><p><strong>Lender & Investor reporting </strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly and quarterly Lender reporting packs</li><li>Prepare quarterly covenent calcuations and certificates</li><li>Prepare monthly Investor reporting packs</li><li>Provide adhoc reports and analysis as and when requested to the Investor</li></ul><p><strong>Statutory Reporting & Audit </strong></p><ul><li>Lead the production of statutory accounts for all legal entities across the group</li><li>Manage relationships with external auditors and ensure timely completion of the annual audit</li><li>Ensure full compliance with Companies House, HMRC, and other regulatory bodies</li></ul><p><strong>Technical Accounting & Compliance </strong></p><ul><li>Act as the group's technical accounting expert, advising on IFRS/GAAP matters and implementing new standards</li><li>Maintain and enhance internal controls in line with best practices and audit requirements </li></ul><p><strong>Budgeting & forecasting</strong></p><ul><li>Lead production of annual budgets (3 statement model and covenant calculations) and quarterly reforecasts </li><li>Production of in month P&L forecast for circulation to senior management and the board on a weekly basis</li></ul><p><strong>Team Management </strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing group finance team.</li><li>Set clear objectives, conduct regular performance reviews, and support professional development</li><li>Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement</li></ul><p><strong>Finance Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure customers are invoiced in a timely manner </li><li>Responsible for ensuring the customer and project data in the project management system (CMAP) is complete and accurate</li></ul><p><strong>Tax, Treasury and Risk </strong></p><ul><li>Oversee group tax compliance, including corporation tax, VAT, and transfer pricing in collaboration with advisors</li><li>Support cash flow forecasting, treasury operations, and banking relationships</li><li>Management of group's FX exposure</li><li>Preparation of rolling 13-week cashflow forecast</li><li>Contribute to risk management and financial governance</li></ul><p><strong>Business Partnering & Strategy Support </strong></p><ul><li>Support the CFO with strategic financial planning, M&A activity, and integration.</li><li>Identify and implement initiatives that directly enhance EBITDA through cost optimisation, process improvement, and commercial insight</li><li>Provide clear, forward-looking analysis to support strategic decisions, investment cases, and business transformation initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>Systems, AI & Process Innovation </strong></p><ul><li>Evaluate, select and implement new systems</li><li>(including AI and automation tools) to drive efficiency, reduce manual tasks, and lower operational costs across Finance and the wider business</li><li>Lead finance transformation projects to modernise reporting, forecasting, and transaction processing</li><li>Champion the use of data and technology to support decision-making and scale the business effectively</li></ul><p><strong>Experience and Qualifications </strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with post-qualification experience in a senior financial reporting role</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP essential)</li><li>Proven experience in the preparation of multi- currency complex group consolidations</li><li>Proven experience in the preparation of acquisition accounts</li><li>Knowledge of transfer pricing and non-UK corporation tax legislation requirements</li><li>Prior experience managing foreign currency exposure and the use of fx management instruments</li><li>Experience integrating acquisitions</li><li>Demonstrable experience of using systems and automation to deliver operational efficiencies </li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a forward-thinking investor backed business and would suit someone on a upward trajectory in their career. Experience in a US/UK private equity backed business is preferred along with strong leadership and management skills. </p><p>In return you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and benefits package, hybrid working with 2 days onsite required. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjI2NzQzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Tax Manager - £65,000 - £80,000 DOE - Hybrid (Farringdon) High-Growth Tech Business</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a leading PE-backed SaaS company headquartered in Central London to hire a newly created Tax Manager role. With strong year-on-year growth and global expansion into 7 countries, this business is now investing in building out its in-house tax capability. This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious and commercially savvy tax professional to shape a group tax function from the ground up.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You'll report into the Financial Controller and work alongside a brilliant finance team. This is a broad and strategic tax role with international reach and a clear pathway to Head of Tax.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and review UK and international tax returns</li><li>Handle tax authority correspondence and manage relationships with external tax advisors and auditors</li><li>Lead group tax reconciliations and resolve tax-related accounting queries</li><li>Monitor changes in legislation and mitigate associated risks</li><li>Complete complex tax calculations and oversee deferred tax accounting</li><li>Support Companies House filing requirements</li><li>Act as subject matter expert for transfer pricing, including policy development and documentation</li><li>Contribute to R&D relief claims and identify tax planning opportunities</li><li>Integrate tax considerations into business and project decisions</li><li>Drive improvements across tax processes, documentation, and controls</li><li>Manage online banking platforms, account openings, and credit card portals</li><li>Oversee intercompany loans and draft associated legal agreements</li><li>Review group cash position and support treasury-related tasks</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Experience required:</strong></p><p>We're seeking a strong UK tax professional with international exposure who is ready to step into a managerial role with real impact. You'll need to be curious, driven, and comfortable dealing with complexity.</p><p><strong>Must-Haves:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified (ACA/CTA/ACCA or equivalent) - ideally 2+yrs PQE</li><li>Experience in UK tax and international tax compliance</li><li>Hands-on exposure to transfer pricing</li><li>Strong communicator who is proactive, commercially minded, and eager to grow</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Ideal Background:</strong></p><ul><li>Trained in Big 4 top 10 practice</li><li>Already at Manager level</li><li>Prior in-house tax experience is a plus</li></ul><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/TGF1cmVuLlByZXNzbWFuLjgxOTUyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
