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Senior M365 Technician

Salford, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
45000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are happy to present a Senior M365 Lead opportunity. The Senior M365 Lead will be responsible for the hands-on administration, support and continuous improvement of the organisation's M365 environment within the engineering industry.The role will act as a senior technical escalation point, managing Microsoft 365 services, endpoint devices, security and end-user technology. The successful candidate will be technically hands-on, proactive and focused on resolving issues and improving systems.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-spread="false" data-pm-slice="3 3 []"><li>Hands-on experience administering Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint and OneDrive.</li><li>Strong knowledge of Microsoft Intune, Windows 11, endpoint deployment, Autopilot and device management.</li><li>Experience managing users, licences, permissions, MFA and identity access controls.</li><li>Knowledge of endpoint security, patching, vulnerability remediation and Cyber Essentials Plus.</li><li>Strong troubleshooting skills across desktop, application, authentication and Microsoft 365 issues.</li><li>Understanding of Active Directory, networking fundamentals, LAN, Wi-Fi, DNS and DHCP.</li><li>Experience providing technical support and resolving complex issues within an IT service desk environment.</li><li>Experience supporting migrations, system upgrades, automation and continuous improvement.</li><li>Strong problem-solving, communication and technical documentation skills.</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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby41OTU2Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-26T16:17:01Z

Financial Controller

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller Our client is a well-established, privately owned manufacturing and engineering business based in Nottinghamshire, with a strong market presence and an established customer base. The business continues to perform well, with a strong plans for further growth. They are looking to appoint a qualified Financial Controller to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, working closely with the leadership team to drive financial performance, improve reporting and support commercial decision-making. The roleReporting to the Finance Director, you will run the month-end process, lead a small finance team and make sure the business has accurate, timely information on profitability, stock and cash. There is a genuine opportunity to tighten processes and improve the quality of reporting rather than simply maintaining what is already there. Key responsibilities<ul><li>Deliver the monthly management accounts and board reporting, with clear commentary on performance and margins</li><li>Oversee costing, WIP and stock valuation, working closely with operations to resolve variances</li><li>Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital and the annual budget and reforecast process</li><li>Prepare year-end statutory accounts under FRS 102 and lead the external audit</li><li>Strengthen financial controls and processes while managing and developing the finance team</li></ul> About you<ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with at least two years' post-qualification experience</li><li>A background in manufacturing, engineering or a similar operational environment where stock and costing are significant</li><li>Hands-on experience of month-end close, statutory accounts and audit, along with previous line management</li><li>Practical and commercially minded, able to explain the numbers clearly to non-finance managers and comfortable challenging when something does not look right</li></ul> Interested?Apply now with your CV to be considered for this opportunity.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/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC45ODY4NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-29T08:52:45Z

Finance Director

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
90000 - 110000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Director | Manchester | £90k-£110k + BonusRobert Half are exclusively partnering with a growing, privately owned Manchester-based business to appoint a commercially minded Finance Director.This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious finance leader to take ownership of an established finance function and play a key role in shaping how finance supports the wider business.The successful candidate will have a genuine opportunity to modernise and transform the finance function, driving improvements across processes, systems, reporting and management information, while helping create a more efficient and commercially focused finance operation.Working closely with the Managing Director and wider Senior Leadership Team, you will also act as a key commercial sounding board, providing insight, challenge and financial direction to support profitability and future growth.The role<ul><li>Lead and develop the finance function.</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial planning.</li><li>Provide commercially focused insight to the SLT.</li><li>Identify and deliver opportunities to automate and improve finance processes.</li><li>Modernise management information and reporting.</li><li>Strengthen financial controls and governance.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, margins and profitability.</li><li>Review and develop the finance team and wider finance structure.</li><li>Support the continued development of financial systems and technology.</li><li>Take a hands-on approach to the role, getting into the detail when required and leading from the front.</li></ul>The personWe are looking for a forward-thinking, commercially minded Finance Director who enjoys improving businesses and making a tangible difference.You will ideally have:<ul><li>Senior finance leadership experience within an SME or mid-market environment.</li><li>Strong commercial and strategic acumen.</li><li>A proven track record of process improvement and/or finance transformation.</li><li>Experience improving automation, systems or reporting.</li><li>Strong budgeting, forecasting and management information experience.</li><li>The confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.</li><li>A hands-on approach with a genuine willingness to roll your sleeves up and get involved.</li><li>Ideally, you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, although QBE candidates with the right experience will be considered.</li></ul>Experience within manufacturing, distribution, engineering, construction or another project-led environment would be advantageous but is not essential.What's on offer?<ul><li>£90,000-£110,000 salary</li><li>Discretionary Bonus</li><li>Enhanced benefits package</li><li>Hybrid working, 3 days in the office</li><li>Genuine opportunity to shape and transform the finance function</li><li>Direct exposure to the SLT</li><li>A commercially influential position with significant autonomy</li><li>Opportunity to make a visible impact on the future direction of the business</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Director who wants to be more than the head of finance and play a genuine role in shaping the future of a successful business.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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi40NjM3OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-08T12:36:54Z

IT Helpdesk Technician

West Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
remote
Permanent
28000 - 30000 GBP / Yearly
obert Half are looking for an ambitious Support Technician who's keen to bite off a new challenge - The ideal person will be personable, keen to be part of projects and have good communication to multiple stakeholders in and outside of the company.Provide 1st line IT support, troubleshooting hardware, software, Microsoft 365, user accounts, and business systems. Manage incidents, service requests, onboarding/offboarding, device setup, and access permissions while maintaining excellent customer service and meeting SLAs. Support IT projects, create documentation, deliver basic training, and contribute to improving IT processes.<ul><li>Provided 1st line IT support for hardware, software, Microsoft 365, and business applications.</li><li>Logged, prioritised, troubleshot, and resolved incidents and service requests using a helpdesk ticketing system.</li><li>Managed user onboarding/offboarding, account administration, access permissions, and device provisioning.</li><li>Installed, configured, and supported desktops, laptops, mobile devices, peripherals, and Windows 11 environments.</li><li>Supported Microsoft 365 technologies including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Entra ID (Hybrid), and Intune.</li><li>Escalated complex issues to senior engineers or third-party providers while meeting SLA targets.</li><li>Maintained IT documentation, knowledge base articles, and asset records.</li><li>Assisted with IT projects, Microsoft Teams/video conferencing support, and user training.</li><li>Delivered excellent customer service while promoting IT best practices and cyber security awareness.</li></ul>Please note this role is 5 days a week on-site.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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby4yODE1MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-07T09:49:13Z

Software Developer (eDV required)

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
A specialist engineering team is expanding within a highly secure technology environment and is looking to speak with experienced Software Developers.What we're looking for:<ul><li>Strong experience with Java, Python and/or JavaScript/TypeScript</li><li>Cloud exposure across AWS or Azure Experience working in complex, high-assurance environments</li><li>Willingness to work primarily onsite in Manchester, Gloucerster or London</li></ul>Enhanced Developed Vetting (eDV) clearance is mandatory.This is a permanent opportunity with a competitive salary package, additional clearance-related allowance and the chance to work on technically challenging, security-focused programmes. Due to the nature of the work, suitability and eligibility requirements will apply.If you have the relevant background and would be open to a confidential conversation, please get in touch.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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby40MTY1Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-09T08:06:56Z

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