8 results for Business Development Manager in Chester, Cheshire West and Chester

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is looking for a Senior Recruitment Consultant to play a key role in driving business growth and delivering outstanding results for clients and candidates alike.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.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.Meet your future career at Robert Half, the global leader in talent solutions. About the role <ul><li>As a Senior 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> Your skills and experience <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> What we offer When you join us, we will invest in your financial and personal wellbeing with benefits that work for you. Our package includes: <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> Meet your future with a business that changes futures 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.If you have the skills to connect exceptional talent with exciting opportunities, meet your future as a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Robert Half. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZWxzLmd1bGRpeC4zMDQyOS4xMDkyM0Byb2JlcnRoYWxmaW50bC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-04-09T13:40:25Z

Management Accountant

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
<h3 data-end="231" data-start="204">Management Accountant | Paying upto £55k | Onsite | Permanent </h3>An established and reputable business within the construction and civil engineering sector is seeking a Management Accountant to join its finance team at its Trafford Park head office. The company has a strong reputation for delivering complex projects and continues to grow through innovation and operational excellence.This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused and proactive finance professional to play a key role in driving performance, improving processes, and supporting operational decision-making across the business. The Role Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Management Accountant will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely management information, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and partnering with operational and commercial teams to provide financial insight.The successful candidate will take a hands-on approach to process improvement, automation of reporting, and providing meaningful analysis to support strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities * Prepare and present monthly management accounts, providing clear commentary and variance analysis * Partner with operational and project teams to understand performance drivers and support commercial decisions * Produce and review P&L statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reports for senior management * Support budgeting and forecasting cycles, ensuring alignment with business objectives * Develop and automate financial reporting tools to improve accuracy and efficiency * Drive process improvement initiatives across finance and operations, promoting a culture of financial awareness * Lead the preparation of key financial information for board and leadership reporting * Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and company policies * Support ad-hoc analysis and financial modelling to aid strategic planning and business development About You The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and results-driven Management Accountant with strong analytical and commercial skills. You will thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and have the confidence to challenge and influence at all levels of the business. Key Skills and Experience * Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA) - study support available if required * At least 4-6 years of experience within management accounting or commercial finance * Proven experience in producing management accounts, variance analysis, and board reporting * Strong business partnering skills with the ability to communicate financial insights to non-finance stakeholders * Advanced Excel and data analysis skills; experience with SAP or similar ERP systems advantageous * Experience in improving reporting processes, automation, and overall efficiency * Confident, proactive, and capable of working independently in a busy, project-led environment What's on Offer * Salary up to £55,000 depending on experience * Five days on site at the Trafford Park office * Exposure to a dynamic and growing business within the construction and engineering sector * Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and make a tangible impact * Ongoing professional development and study supportRobert 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4wMDQxOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-14T11:10:12Z

Business Systems Manager - Dynamics 365 BC

Wilmslow, Cheshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
<h3 data-end="28" data-start="0" data-section-id="16eoocl">Business Systems Manager</h3>Robert Half are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Business Systems Manager to lead the optimisation, integration and development of our clients core business systems.This hands-on role will take ownership of business applications landscape, ensuring systems are integrated, scalable and aligned to business growth. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, third-party technology partners and future acquisitions to improve operational efficiency, reporting and decision-making.Key Responsibilities<ul data-start="547" data-end="1102"><li data-start="547" data-section-id="meu8rr" data-end="680">Own and develop core business systems, including Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and resource management platforms</li><li data-start="681" data-section-id="1ftz6fb" data-end="761">Lead systems integration, optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives</li><li data-section-id="1f6cwm" data-start="762" data-end="842">Deliver enhanced reporting, dashboards and business intelligence capabilities</li><li data-section-id="xc7888" data-start="843" data-end="923">Manage data integrity, system governance and third-party technology providers</li><li data-end="975" data-section-id="biq3bl" data-start="924">Support HR system implementation and integration</li><li data-start="976" data-section-id="1ox6na5" data-end="1041">Lead technology integration activities for future acquisitions</li><li data-start="1042" data-section-id="gk3une" data-end="1102">Identify automation and process improvement opportunities</li></ul>Skills & Experience<ul data-end="1490" data-start="1128"><li data-section-id="vhxjgu" data-start="1128" data-end="1193">Strong experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central</li><li data-end="1284" data-section-id="w4zvsz" data-start="1194">Proven track record delivering systems integration and business transformation projects</li><li data-end="1360" data-start="1285" data-section-id="1fsfrgz">Experience with APIs, data integrations and third-party software vendors</li><li data-section-id="26dnj" data-start="1361" data-end="1418">Strong stakeholder management and communication skills</li><li data-end="1490" data-start="1419" data-section-id="1p5lyqm">Commercially aware with a focus on improving operational performance</li></ul>Desirable<ul data-end="1692" data-start="1506"><li data-section-id="1y4f67n" data-start="1506" data-end="1557">Power BI and Microsoft Power Platform experience</li><li data-section-id="1v2iep9" data-start="1558" data-end="1631">Experience within professional services or project-based organisations</li><li data-start="1632" data-section-id="1m9g153" data-end="1692">Exposure to acquisition integration and change management</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby42OTg3Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-06-05T13:25:05Z

Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is hiring a Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join our Manchester City Centre team. Our goal is to connect people and companies by finding the right jobs for job seekers and the right talent for companies. About the job: As a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you will help job seekers find opportunities they wouldn't find on their own while nurturing their careers. Working in both a sales and a candidate management capacity, you will work within a team dedicated to the Finance & Accountancy market to find the right talent solution for our clients. You will guide candidates and clients through the hiring process from start to finish, ultimately resulting in placing the right person in the right job.Your responsibilities as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant will include: <ul><li>Sales development activities to growing your network of clients</li><li>Build a Talent pipeline of candidates</li><li>Conducting all stages of a recruitment process for your clients</li><li>Understanding and analysing the market to share trends with your customers</li></ul> About you:<ul><li>A passion for Sales / Business Development and helping solve customer problems</li><li>Drive, tenacity, and a desire to grow your career in a consultative and solution-oriented business</li><li>A proactive approach to learning and personal development</li><li>A critical thinker who can make quick, agile decisions to find the best outcome</li><li>A results-driven mindset who loves to win</li><li>The ability to work collaboratively and adapt to an ever-evolving environment</li><li>Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>A track record of building relationships with stakeholders while maintaining an ethical mindset</li></ul> Perks:<ul><li>£30,000 - £35,00 base salary</li><li>Transparent quarterly and annual bonus scheme linked to performance </li><li>Industry-leading training programs and career development</li><li>A continued investment in the latest technology to help you succeed</li><li>Individual and team recognition and rewards</li><li>Company-wide recognition programs</li><li>Career mobility opportunities across the country and internationally</li><li>Well-being initiatives - your happiness is important to us!</li></ul> Location:<ul><li>Manchester City Centre</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjAyMzE5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-05-14T08:11:58Z

Regional Director

Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
remote
Permanent
120000 - 130000 GBP / Yearly
REGIONAL DIRECTOR - UP TO £130k + 25% BONUS - STOKE - HYBRID Robert Half are thrilled to be assisting a well-known client with their search for a Regional Director, offering hybrid working, a basic salary of up to £130,000 + bonus + car allowance! This senior leadership role offers the chance to take ownership of a significant regional portfolio, driving customer excellence, operational performance, financial success, and sustainable growth across a complex landscape. You will lead a team of senior account leaders, building strong customer partnerships, developing high-performing teams, and ensuring exceptional service delivery that directly supports providers in achieving their objectives.Key Details: <ul><li>Job Title: Regional Director </li><li>Salary: £120k - £130k + 25% bonus + car allowance </li><li>Location: Flexible based on local office - Stoke or Bolton ideally </li><li>Working Pattern: Full-time - hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) </li></ul>Responsibilities: <ul><li>Lead and develop a portfolio of key accounts, ensuring exceptional customer outcomes, operational excellence and commercial performance.</li><li>Manage and support a team of senior account leaders, driving accountability, engagement and high performance.</li><li>Develop and implement strategic account plans aligned to both customer objectives and wider business goals.</li><li>Identify opportunities for growth, service enhancement and long-term value creation across the portfolio.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with senior customer stakeholders, acting as a trusted partner and advisor.</li><li>Translate customer needs and business insights into effective service solutions and operational strategies.</li><li>Ensure alignment between customers, operational teams and support functions to deliver against agreed objectives.</li><li>Take full ownership of regional P&L performance, including budgeting, forecasting and profitability.</li><li>Drive service excellence through effective management of contractual obligations, SLAs and KPIs.</li><li>Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance service delivery, efficiency and customer satisfaction.</li><li>Promote a strong culture of safety, compliance and governance across all operations.</li><li>Develop future talent through succession planning, coaching and leadership development initiatives.</li><li>Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and high employee engagement throughout the region.</li></ul>Requirements: <ul><li>Proven experience leading senior managers and high-performing teams within Facilities Management or a similar service-led environment.</li><li>Strong background in strategic account management, customer relationship development and consultative sales.</li><li>Experience operating within large, complex matrix organisations with multiple stakeholders.</li><li>Demonstrable success managing budgets, forecasting, profitability and overall P&L performance.</li><li>Strong understanding of SLA management, KPI reporting and operational performance improvement.</li><li>Experience overseeing Hard Services within critical or highly regulated environments.</li><li>Commercially astute, with the ability to identify growth opportunities and deliver sustainable business performance.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills.</li><li>Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to navigate complex challenges and changing priorities.</li><li>A natural leader who inspires, develops and motivates others to achieve outstanding results.</li><li>Decisive, action-oriented and solutions-focused, with strong problem-solving capabilities.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office and business reporting tools.</li><li>Committed to driving continuous improvement, innovation and customer excellence.</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuNTAzMzMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-06-01T16:21:01Z

Project Manager (Construction)

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Project Manager - Construction Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 Location: North Manchester (Onsite) A growing and well-established construction company is looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of an expanding portfolio of projects. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of projects and work closely with senior leadership in a business that values autonomy, trust and professional development.The company operates across a broad range of sectors including commercial, industrial, public sector and heritage / listed building projects, with clients ranging from private organisations to public sector bodies such as schools, colleges and academy trusts.<h3>The Role</h3>As Project Manager, you will act as the key link between site teams, clients and senior leadership. From the moment a project is secured, you will take responsibility for organising the programme, coordinating the supply chain and managing the client relationship through to successful delivery.Projects typically range from £200k to £5m in value, and you will usually manage either two larger schemes or several smaller projects simultaneously.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Manage construction projects from initial setup through to completion</li><li>Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and the wider project supply chain</li><li>Act as the main client-facing contact throughout the project lifecycle</li><li>Develop and maintain project programmes using tools such as Microsoft Project</li><li>Report progress, risks and updates to senior leadership</li><li>Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to required standards</li><li>Work closely with design and engineering teams, developing a strong understanding of technical drawings and structural elements</li></ul><h3>Candidate Requirements</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>5+ years' experience in a construction project management or site-based role</li><li>Degree qualified in construction or a relevant discipline, or equivalent NVQ qualification</li><li>Strong organisational and project coordination skills</li><li>Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously</li><li>Ability to interpret construction drawings and understand technical project requirements</li><li>Confident client-facing communicator</li></ul><h3>About the Opportunity</h3>The business is currently experiencing significant growth and projects becoming larger and more technically complex. This role is ideal for someone who is ambitious, driven and looking to progress within a growing company.The organisation promotes a culture of autonomy and trust, giving project managers the freedom to take ownership and lead projects effectively.<h3>Salary</h3>£50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4xNDAzNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-06-04T12:05:25Z

Financial Accountant

Shropshire, Shropshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
Our client is a growing, private equity-backed business with ambitious plans for expansion and continuous improvement. Operating across multiple locations, they have built a strong reputation within their sector and are now investing in their finance function to support the next phase of growth.Why Join?<ul><li>Join a financially strong, PE-backed organisation during an exciting growth journey</li><li>Broad exposure across financial accounting, operations and business partnering</li><li>Opportunity to make a genuine impact by improving processes and controls</li><li>Work closely with an experienced Finance Director and senior leadership team</li><li>Enjoy a flexible, largely home-based role with excellent long-term development opportunities</li></ul>The OpportunityThis is a hands-on Financial Accountant position suited to a part-qualified or finalist accountant who enjoys variety and autonomy. You'll take ownership of day-to-day finance activities while supporting accurate reporting, strong financial controls and ongoing process improvements within a fast-paced SME environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, journals and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Support month-end, year-end, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting activities</li><li>Manage purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control and supplier relationships</li><li>Prepare VAT returns and support audit and statutory reporting requirements</li><li>Drive improvements to finance processes, controls and reporting efficiency</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Part-qualified or finalist (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or AAT)</li><li>Previous experience within a broad finance role, ideally in an SME environment</li><li>Strong understanding of financial accounting, ledgers, reconciliations and VAT</li><li>Proactive, hands-on and comfortable managing multiple priorities independently</li><li>Strong Excel skills with experience using finance systems and improving processes</li></ul>Additional InformationThe role is predominantly home-based, with an initial handover period requiring travel to Newport, Shropshire a couple of times per week. Following this, travel is expected approximately once a week or fortnight. Occasional travel to other UK sites, including London and Westbury, may also be required on a quarterly basis. If this is something of interest and you would like to find out more, please email your CV through . 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC40Mzc1Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-06-01T16:24:01Z

Assistant Accountant

Birkenhead, Merseyside
remote
Permanent
32000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
📍 Birkenhead 💷 £30,000 - £35,000 + BenefitsWe are currently recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to join the finance team of a well-established manufacturing company based in Skinhead.This is a varied and hands-on opportunity suited to someone who enjoys working across multiple areas of finance and is confident managing day-to-day accounting processes. The role is ideal for candidates with strong payroll and purchase ledger experience who are looking to broaden their accounting exposure and continue developing within a supportive environment.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Ownership and processing of payroll, ensuring accuracy and timely completion</li><li>Full purchase ledger responsibility, including supplier reconciliations and payment runs</li><li>Assisting with month-end close, journals, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Supporting the preparation of management accounts</li><li>Handling a range of ad hoc finance and accounting tasks across the department</li><li>Working closely with senior finance colleagues to support reporting and financial controls</li></ul><h2>The Ideal Candidate</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar finance role</li><li>Strong background in payroll and purchase ledger</li><li>Comfortable working within a varied role and managing changing priorities</li><li>Highly organised with strong attention to detail</li><li>Reliable, proactive, and able to work effectively within a team environment</li></ul><h2>Salary & Benefits</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>£30,000 - £35,000 salary, depending on experience</li><li>Opportunity to gain exposure across a broad range of finance responsibilities</li><li>Career development beyond transactional accounting</li><li>Stable and supportive working environment within an established manufacturing business</li></ul>If you are looking for a broad finance role within a growing and supportive company, we would love to hear from you.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuMjYwNTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-27T16:18:49Z