5 results for Learning And Development Specialist in Glasgow, Glasgow City

Trainee / Graduate Business Development Executive

Perth, Perth & Kinross
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
<h3 data-section-id="1jynkdl" data-start="77" data-end="136">Trainee / Graduate Business Development Executive</h3>Financial Services Sector | Entry-Level Opportunity About the Company Our client is a global financial services organisation with a strong international presence and a reputation for delivering innovative solutions to a diverse client base. With thousands of employees across multiple countries, their continued growth is driven by collaboration, entrepreneurial thinking, and a commitment to excellence.Their culture is built on teamwork, ambition, and a forward-thinking mindset. As they continue to expand, they are looking for motivated individuals to join them at the start of their careers and grow within the business. The Role This is an exciting entry-level opportunity within a specialist division focused on working with clients in niche and dynamic sectors. No prior experience in financial services is required.As a Trainee / Graduate Business Development Executive, you will play a key role in supporting business growth by engaging with prospective clients, understanding their needs, and introducing tailored solutions.You will gain exposure to the full client lifecycle-from initial outreach through to supporting the delivery of services-while building valuable commercial and industry knowledge. Key Responsibilities <ul data-start="1429" data-end="1936"><li data-section-id="kjlqjb" data-end="1519" data-start="1429">Proactively contact potential clients to introduce services and gather key information</li><li data-start="1520" data-end="1589" data-section-id="sxt9s6">Identify and develop new business opportunities to support growth</li><li data-section-id="1r3ghwb" data-end="1649" data-start="1590">Support senior team members with new client acquisition</li><li data-end="1724" data-start="1650" data-section-id="25hvc0">Maintain accurate records of client interactions and business activity</li><li data-end="1794" data-start="1725" data-section-id="1lmm69u">Develop a strong understanding of financial products and services</li><li data-section-id="rqfgza" data-start="1795" data-end="1873">Participate in structured training and professional development programmes</li><li data-start="1874" data-end="1936" data-section-id="brn0ou">Contribute to a collaborative, fast-paced team environment</li></ul> About You <ul data-end="2436" data-start="1964"><li data-start="2053" data-end="2112" data-section-id="1ju6xic">Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills</li><li data-end="2176" data-start="2113" data-section-id="g4sc2m">Motivated, ambitious, and eager to build a long-term career</li><li data-section-id="pnjq0d" data-end="2249" data-start="2177">Commercially aware with an interest in business development or sales</li><li data-section-id="191tzww" data-end="2302" data-start="2250">Highly organised with strong attention to detail</li><li data-start="2303" data-end="2370" data-section-id="eplkmk">Proactive and resilient, with a positive approach to challenges</li><li data-section-id="v7hxnh" data-end="2436" data-start="2371">Committed to continuous learning and professional development</li></ul> What's on Offer <ul data-start="2470" data-end="2885"><li data-end="2535" data-start="2470" data-section-id="dj9b8m">A structured career path with clear progression opportunities</li><li data-start="2536" data-end="2607" data-section-id="1vikcwp">Ongoing training and support</li><li data-end="2665" data-start="2608" data-section-id="1e37qwh">Exposure to a global business and diverse client base</li><li data-section-id="i2n03i" data-start="2666" data-end="2720">A collaborative and supportive working environment</li><li data-section-id="8y7t0o" data-end="2812" data-start="2721">Opportunities to contribute beyond the role, including community and social initiatives</li><li data-section-id="1w5ah12" data-end="2885" data-start="2813">A culture that values individuality, innovation, and personal growth</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/SGFtaXNoLkNoYXBwbGUuNjUzMjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-21T13:40:14Z

Procurement Specialist

Stirling, Stirling
remote
Permanent
40000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is delighted to be partnering exclusively with a leading international manufacturing organisation to recruit a Procurement Specialist.This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing procurement function during an exciting period of development and transformation. The organisation is investing heavily in its procurement capability and is seeking an ambitious procurement professional who can help drive best practice, deliver commercial value and build strong relationships across the business and supplier network.The successful candidate will manage a broad portfolio of spend categories, work closely with key stakeholders across multiple functions and play an active role in shaping procurement strategy and supplier performance.Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience across either direct or indirect procurement categories.Candidates currently working as Buyers, Senior Buyers, Procurement Specialists, Category Specialists, Category Managers or Strategic Sourcing professionals are encouraged to apply.<h2>The Role</h2>Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will take ownership of procurement activities across a varied spend portfolio, supporting both operational and strategic business objectives.This is a commercially focused role that offers significant visibility across the organisation and the opportunity to influence decision-making at multiple levels.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Manage end-to-end procurement activity across a range of spend categories.</li><li>Develop and implement sourcing and category strategies aligned with business objectives.</li><li>Lead tender, RFx and supplier selection activities.</li><li>Negotiate supplier agreements, pricing structures and service levels to deliver commercial value.</li><li>Build and maintain strong supplier relationships whilst monitoring performance against agreed KPIs.</li><li>Support contract lifecycle management, including renewals, reviews and supplier audits.</li><li>Identify opportunities for cost reduction, value creation and continuous improvement.</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders across Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality and IT.</li><li>Provide procurement expertise and challenge where appropriate to support business decision-making.</li><li>Monitor spend, supplier performance and procurement savings.</li><li>Support supply chain risk management activities and supplier diversification initiatives.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and governance requirements.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>We're interested in speaking with commercially minded procurement professionals who enjoy building relationships, influencing stakeholders and driving positive change.You may currently work within manufacturing, engineering, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, FMCG, logistics, utilities or another complex commercial environment.<h3>We're particularly interested in candidates with:</h3><ul><li>Experience within procurement, purchasing, strategic sourcing or category management.</li><li>Exposure to direct materials, indirect spend, engineering, MRO, packaging, logistics, CAPEX, facilities management or professional services categories.</li><li>Strong supplier negotiation and contract management capabilities.</li><li>Experience leading sourcing, tendering and supplier selection activities.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and analytical problem-solving ability.</li><li>Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle or similar platforms.</li><li>A proactive and continuous improvement mindset.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>Competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 and benefits package.</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement.</li><li>Exposure to a wide range of procurement categories and business functions.</li><li>Significant autonomy and ownership.</li><li>Opportunity to influence procurement transformation and best practice.</li><li>Long-term career development within a growing international organisation.</li><li>Collaborative and supportive working environment.</li></ul><h2>Location</h2>This position is based in Stirlingshire, Scotland with a hybrid working model. Applicants should be based within commuting distance of the site or be willing to relocate to Scotland. 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/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uNjk0NjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-21T13:35:07Z

Finance Analyst

Edinburgh, Edinburgh
remote
Permanent
45000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
The Company Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded Edinburgh-based business to appoint a Finance Analyst.This represents an outstanding opportunity for a newly or recently qualified accountant looking to make their first move from practice into industry. The role would be particularly well suited to candidates from an audit, corporate finance, transaction services, financial modelling, deals advisory or wider business advisory background who are keen to apply their technical skills within a commercial environment.Working closely with senior leadership, the successful candidate will gain exposure to strategic decision-making, business performance analysis, investment appraisal and financial planning activities. The position offers a rare opportunity to develop a broad commercial skillset while working within a high-performing and collaborative team.This is an ideal role for an ambitious individual seeking a challenging and rewarding first move from practice, with genuine opportunities for progression and development.<h2>The Role</h2>The successful candidate will support a wide range of financial, analytical and strategic activities across the business.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Financial analysis and reporting to support business performance and strategic decision-making</li><li>Building and maintaining financial models to assess business opportunities, projects and investments</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes</li><li>Providing insight and challenge to key stakeholders across the organisation</li><li>Assisting with business cases, investment appraisals and commercial evaluations</li><li>Analysing trends, risks and opportunities to support senior management decision-making</li><li>Supporting corporate projects, acquisitions and strategic initiatives where applicable</li><li>Preparing presentations and analysis for senior leadership and key stakeholders</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve reporting, processes and controls</li><li>Working closely with finance and operational teams to enhance business performance</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>We are keen to hear from ambitious and analytically minded finance professionals who are looking to build a long-term career within a commercial environment.You will ideally possess:<ul><li>A professional accounting qualification (CA, ACCA or equivalent), either recently qualified or nearing qualification</li><li>Experience gained within Audit, Corporate Finance, Transaction Services, Financial Modelling, Deals Advisory or a related professional services environment</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Excellent Excel and financial modelling capabilities</li><li>A commercial mindset with the ability to interpret and communicate financial information effectively</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and communication skills</li><li>A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of projects</li><li>Ambition to develop and progress within a growing organisation</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>Excellent first move from practice opportunity</li><li>Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic business decisions</li><li>Opportunity to develop commercial, analytical and financial modelling skills</li><li>Broad and varied role with significant learning opportunities</li><li>Genuine career progression potential</li><li>Collaborative and high-performing working environment</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for a newly or recently qualified accountant seeking to make the transition from practice into a commercially focused role, offering exceptional exposure, development and long-term career progression. 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/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uNTYxMTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-01T20:00:39Z

Assistant Accountant

Edinburgh, Edinburgh
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
Assistant AccountantLocation: EdinburghSalary: Competitive + Benefits An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant to join a growing organisation based in Edinburgh. This role would suit an ambitious finance professional who is looking to continue developing their technical accounting skills within a supportive and collaborative finance team. You will gain exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities while working alongside experienced finance professionals. The successful candidate will ideally be part-qualified or currently studying towards ACCA, CIMA or ICAS, with previous experience gained within an accounting or finance environment. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Supporting month-end processes, including the preparation of journals, accruals and prepayments</li><li>Assisting with the preparation of management accounts and financial reporting</li><li>Completing balance sheet and bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records across purchase ledger, sales ledger and general bookkeeping activities</li><li>Supporting VAT return preparation and ensuring compliance requirements are met</li><li>Assisting with financial analysis and reporting to support business decision-making</li><li>Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to resolve queries and provide finance support</li><li>Contributing to wider finance projects, process improvements and ad-hoc accounting activities</li></ul> The Ideal Candidate Will Have: <ul><li>Previous experience within an accounting or finance environment</li><li>Working towards a professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA or ICAS desirable)</li><li>Experience supporting or preparing management accounts and financial reporting</li><li>Strong understanding of accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping</li><li>Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy</li><li>Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and work independently</li><li>Strong communication skills with a proactive and collaborative approach</li></ul> If you are looking for your next step within finance and would like to join an organisation that values development and progression, we would welcome your application.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/SGFtaXNoLkNoYXBwbGUuMjYzMTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-06T15:38:39Z

Finance Manager

Edinburgh, Edinburgh
remote
Contract
50000 - 52000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Finance Manager</h1>6-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Potential to Become Permanent) Edinburgh | Hybrid Working £52,000 + BenefitsRobert Half is delighted to be partnering with an accountant advisory firm to recruit a Finance Manager on an initial six-month fixed-term contract with a potential to convert to permanent contract.This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation in a broad, commercially focused finance role. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll take ownership of the firm's internal finance function, working closely with senior leaders and partners to provide financial insight, operational support and drive continuous improvement across the business.Unlike a traditional accountancy practice role, this is an internal finance position, offering the opportunity to make a real impact on the business without client delivery or business development responsibilities.<h2>The Role</h2>As Finance Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day finance operations while supporting the CFO with financial reporting, business partnering and strategic initiatives.Key responsibilities include:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Leading the day-to-day internal finance function and managing team priorities.</li><li>Supervising and developing the Finance Assistant.</li><li>Preparing monthly management accounts, reporting packs and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Supporting year-end statutory accounts and tax reporting.</li><li>Producing quarterly VAT returns.</li><li>Managing credit control and cash collection activities.</li><li>Acting as the finance lead for the firm's practice management system.</li><li>Providing meaningful financial reporting and commercial insight to business managers, directors and partners.</li><li>Supporting finance transformation and continuous improvement projects.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>We're keen to speak with finance professionals who can demonstrate:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) preferred, although strong qualified-by-experience candidates will also be considered.</li><li>Previous experience working within an accountancy practice or professional services environment.</li><li>Strong management reporting and financial accounting experience.</li><li>Excellent communication and business partnering skills.</li><li>A proactive approach with a passion for improving processes and adding commercial value.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills, with experience of finance systems. Experience with practice management systems would be advantageous.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Up to £52,000 salary DOE.</li><li>Initial six-month fixed-term contract with genuine potential to become permanent.</li><li>Hybrid working with flexibility around office attendance.</li><li>35-hour working week.</li><li>Opportunity to work directly with the CFO and senior leadership team.</li><li>Collaborative, people-focused culture within one of Scotland's most respected independent firms.</li></ul>If you're looking for a varied finance role where you can influence business performance, lead process improvements and work within a supportive, forward-thinking organisation, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today or contact Ailidh van Wyk @ Robert Half on 0131 240 3704 for a confidential discussion. 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/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay40MTM3OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-23T09:11:47Z