<p><strong>Business Development Manager<br /> <br /> </strong></p><p>Robert Half is exclusively partnering with T-Shirt & Sons on this newly created role, reporting to the Commercial Director.</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Circa £50,000 base + bonus, DOE<br /> <strong>Contract Type:</strong> Full Time, Permanent<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Preferably local (South West based), howremote working considered</p><p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p><p><br /> T-Shirt & Sons produce quality printed clothing and accessories for high-profile clients across the globe within the retail, art, music and charity sectors. As the largest Direct-to-Garment printer in Europe, they are wholly owned by Polyconcept, the world's largest promotional product supplier. Principal offices are based in Westbury, Wiltshire, with additional manufacturing at the Polyconcept site in Poland.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><br /> This is a brand-new role for T-Shirt & Sons, created to capitalise on a clear growth opportunity within the education sector. As the first person in this post, you'll have genuine scope to shape the role, build the pipeline from the ground up and make it your own.</p><p>You'll take the lead on generating new business and developing relationships across schools, universities and school travel companies, promoting customised products including leavers hoodies, water bottles, clothing and personalised merchandise for school leavers, school trips and university groups.</p><p>Working closely with the Commercial Director and internal teams, you'll identify opportunities, present solutions via T-shirt & Sons' proprietary education-sector software, prepare quotations, and convert opportunities into sales while delivering an excellent customer experience throughout.</p><p><strong>Main Purpose of the Role</strong></p><ul><li><br /> Develop strong working relationships with schools, universities and educational organisations, maximising sales and engagement<br /> * Understand customer requirements, budgets, deadlines and personalisation needs, recommending suitable products and solutions<br /> * Develop new business opportunities, onboard new customers and manage accounts from initial enquiry through to successful order completion<br /> * Collaborate closely with internal departments to ensure products and services are delivered accurately and on time</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong><br /> <br /> * Contact and visit schools to promote the company's range of customised leavers and trip products<br /> * Generate and develop new business across schools, universities and school travel companies<br /> * Build relationships with teachers, school administrators, PTA members and trip organisers<br /> * Identify customer requirements, budgets, deadlines and personalisation needs<br /> * Present products clearly and professionally, including design, pricing and ordering options<br /> * Prepare quotations, follow up leads and close sales opportunities<br /> * Manage customer accounts from enquiry through to order completion<br /> * Provide creative solutions and recommendations based on customer needs<br /> * Arrange presentations and meetings to support business development<br /> * Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure products continue to meet customer needs<br /> * Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions and trade shows where required<br /> * Maintain accurate sales records and meet or exceed sales targets<br /> * Manage time, workload and business development activities effectively to achieve objectives</p><p><strong>Person Specification</strong></p><ul><li><br /> Experienced field sales or business development professional<br /> * Confident communicating with businesses, organisations and key decision makers<br /> * Highly organised, self-motivated and target focused<br /> * Skilled at building strong, lasting customer relationships<br /> * An effective negotiator and presenter with excellent communication skills<br /> * Commercially minded with a proactive approach to growth opportunities<br /> * Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities<br /> * Detail-oriented when managing personalised products, artwork requirements, names, sizes and delivery deadlines<br /> * A collaborative team player who works effectively across departments</li></ul><p><strong>Knowledge & Experience<br /> <br /> </strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong><br /> * Proven field sales experience<br /> * Strong track record of generating leads and closing sales<br /> * Minimum 5 years' experience in Sales and/or Business Development<br /> * Excellent relationship building, negotiation and presentation skills<br /> * Understanding of the complexities involved in selling customised products<br /> * Full UK Driving Licence</p><p><strong>Desirable</strong><br /> * Experience selling to schools, universities, groups, clubs or organisations<br /> * Experience within customised merchandise, promotional products, clothing or branded products</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/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuNDY3NjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> </p><p>Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with DEEP Manufacturing to recruit a newly created Financial Controller position on a permanent basis to be based in Avonmouth, Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapid scale business, built from a much needed innovation within the manufacturing space. Reporting to the CFO, you will play an active role in the building of processes, controls and systems alongside people as the business grows - this role will build the foundation of a finance function in a fast paced environment.</p><p> </p><p>The Financial Controller position will play a pivotal role in establishing the finance function for DEEP Manufacturing as it transitions to a standalone entity from the group structure. You will deliver robust day-to-day finance activities whilst actively driving new and improved processes and systems.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About DEEP Manufacturing…</strong></p><p>DEEP Manufacturing specializes in the rapid production of large, high-integrity metal components. From its facilities in Bristol, UK, and Houston, U.S., it operates one of the world's largest concentrations of Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) systems - delivering speed, scale and quality of production.</p><p>When DEEP set out to build a new generation of subsea human habitats, it found traditional manufacturing processes fell short on total cost, lead times and material waste. DEEP Manufacturing was launched to produce underwater pressure vessels for human occupancy. Today, its capacity and capability in large metal part production is offered to other customers in any industry, anywhere in the world.</p><p><strong>The Financial Controller Role…</strong></p><ul><li>Own the monthly management accounts process and associated reporting</li><li>Balance Sheet control and reconciliations</li><li>Preparation of statutory accounts and support the audit process</li><li>Assist with transfer pricing and intercompany arrangements</li><li>Support with VAT, corporation tax and other tax requirements with support of external providers</li><li>Business partnering with non-finance stakeholders within the manufacturing space guiding on performance, productivity, inventory, stock control, labour efficiency and CAPEX</li><li>Own standard costing, inventory accounting and WIP</li><li>Build scalable finance processes, ERP optimisation and adoption of necessary tools for a best in class function</li><li>As the business scales, recruit and develop a purpose built team offering clear routes for progression</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you…</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Strong technical accounting experience (UK GAAP, IFRS)</li><li>Experience within ERP optimisation and utilisation</li><li>Evidence of working within a start-up/scale up environment</li><li>Strong working knowledge of manufacturing principles and accounting</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's on offer…</strong></p><ul><li>£80,000 to £90,000 per annum base salary</li><li>20% discretionary bonus</li><li>Enhanced pension (9% employer contribution)</li><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>On-site catering</li><li>On-site gym</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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC43Njg4Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><p><strong>Day Rate:</strong> £700-£900 per day <br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Midlands / Hybrid<br /> <strong>Contract Length:</strong> 6-12 Months</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>Our client, a high-growth private equity-backed business, is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to support the executive leadership team through a period of growth, transformation, and value creation.</p><p>This is a highly commercial role requiring an individual who can operate at pace, challenge and influence senior stakeholders, and provide meaningful insights to drive performance. The successful candidate will have previous experience working within PE-backed environments and understand the demands of investor-led businesses, including cash generation, EBITDA improvement, KPI focus, and strategic decision support.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Act as a trusted business partner to the CFO, CEO, and operational leadership teams.</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes.</li><li>Deliver insightful financial analysis to improve business performance and profitability.</li><li>Develop and enhance KPI reporting, dashboards, and management information.</li><li>Identify opportunities for margin improvement, operational efficiencies, and cost reduction.</li><li>Support board reporting, investor updates, and value creation initiatives.</li><li>Build robust financial models to support strategic decision-making and business cases.</li><li>Provide commercial challenge and recommendations to senior stakeholders.</li><li>Support M&A activity, acquisition integration, and transformation projects where required.</li><li>Drive accountability across budget holders and operational management teams.</li><li>Partner closely with FP&A, commercial, operational, and finance teams to ensure delivery against objectives.</li></ul><h2>Candidate Profile</h2><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Proven Senior Finance Business Partnering experience.</li><li>Strong background within Private Equity-backed, investor-led, or high-growth businesses.</li><li>Experience supporting executive teams and board-level stakeholders.</li><li>Demonstrable track record of improving business performance and delivering tangible commercial outcomes.</li><li>Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills with experience of Power BI or similar reporting tools.</li><li>Experience working within complex, fast-paced environments undergoing growth or change.</li></ul><h2>Key Skills</h2><ul><li>Commercially astute and highly analytical.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and influencing ability.</li><li>Strong communication and presentation skills.</li><li>Comfortable operating in ambiguous and changing environments.</li><li>Ability to quickly understand key business drivers and identify opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Hands-on approach with a willingness to roll up sleeves and deliver.</li></ul><br><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/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNzc0NzYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">