<p>Robert Half are proud to have exclusively partnered with Summer Fields School to recruit a Payroll & Finance Officer. This newly created role combines payroll management with finance support, offering a unique opportunity to join one of the country's leading prep schools with a reputation spanning over 160 years.</p><p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Payroll & Finance Officer</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Summertown, North Oxford (mainly on-site)</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>£37,000 - £40,000 depending on experience</p><p>Full-time | Small collaborative team | Beautiful 70-acre campus</p><p>Summer Fields is a full-boarding and day school for approximately 300 boys aged 4-13. The school offers excellent teaching, traditional values and exceptional pastoral care, with outstanding exam results achieved by leavers who regularly win scholarships to top public schools in the country.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit Bursary team in a friendly, community-focused environment where staff wellbeing is a priority. Many staff have been at the school for years, testament to the positive working culture.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This is a key role responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of payroll, while also supporting the Finance Manager with all aspects of finance, delivering efficient partnering and support to the school community.</p><ul><li>Oversee the end-to-end monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and full statutory compliance.</li><li>Work collaboratively with HR to process information on starters, leavers, salary changes and statutory payments.</li><li>Manage the collection and verification of timesheet data for staff on variable hours, ensuring accurate salary calculations.</li><li>Process monthly payments, produce variance reports, complete HMRC submissions and maintain robust payroll governance.</li><li>Liaise with the current payroll system provider and potentially support the selection and implementation of a new system.</li><li>Support the Finance Manager with Accounts Payable and Receivable, including invoice processing, supplier payments and ensuring smooth running of the Purchase Ledger.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of information for fee billing cycles and inputting data onto the Fees Ledger.</li><li>Support term-end procedures including journals and reconciliations, annual budgets, management accounts and audit preparation.</li><li>Work closely with the Finance Director and HR Manager as part of a small, collaborative Bursary team.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Candidate</strong></p><ul><li>Significant experience of running the end-to-end payroll process in a similar sized organisation.</li><li>Strong experience working with timesheets and variable pay calculations.</li><li>Experience of changing or implementing payroll systems would be desirable.</li><li>Collaborative team player who thrives in a small team environment and can build strong relationships across the Bursary.</li><li>Organised, detail-oriented and able to manage competing priorities across payroll and finance responsibilities.</li><li>Comfortable working mainly on-site as part of a close-knit team.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Working at Summer Fields</strong></p><p>Summer Fields is set within 70 acres of stunning grounds in North Oxford, with superb facilities that are continually enhanced. The school offers a warm, community atmosphere where staff are encouraged to get involved in school life. With around 160 full-time and part-time staff, many of whom are long-serving, the school clearly provides a supportive and rewarding place to work.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£37,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.</li><li>Full-time, 40 hours per week.</li><li>5 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays.</li><li>Free lunch on-site during term time.</li><li>On-site parking.</li><li>Pension scheme (4% employer contribution for first 2 years, 6% thereafter).</li><li>Group life assurance (3x annual salary).</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Annual flu vaccination.</li><li>Access to staff swimming club.</li><li>Discounted on-site holiday activity clubs.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Safeguarding</strong></p><p>Summer Fields is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).</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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS41MzY5My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are proud to be exclusively partnering with Summer Fields School to recruit a Senior Finance Officer. This position plays a central role in the school's finance team, offering a unique opportunity to join one of the country's leading prep schools with a reputation spanning over 160 years. </p><p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Senior Finance Officer</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Summertown, North Oxford</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £40,000 - £43,000 depending on experience</p><p><strong>Full-time | Small collaborative team | Beautiful 70-acre campus</strong></p><p>Summer Fields is a full-boarding and day school for approximately 300 boys aged 4-13. The school offers excellent teaching, traditional values and exceptional pastoral care, with outstanding exam results achieved by leavers who regularly win scholarships to top public schools in the country.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit Bursary team in a friendly, community-focused environment where staff wellbeing is a priority. Many staff have been at the school for years, testament to the positive working culture.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This is a key role in the school's finance team, ensuring the effective, accurate and timely delivery of core financial operations. This position will lead on fee billing and credit control, nominal ledger activities, and oversees the day‑to‑day running of the Accounts Payable function.</p><p>As the primary contact for finance‑related enquiries, the Senior Finance Officer helps maintain strong financial controls, supports high‑quality management reporting, and contributes to the overall financial integrity and stewardship of the school.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Main duties include:</strong></p><p><strong>Fee Billing & Credit Control: </strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, issue and reconcile termly fee invoices, including extras and bursaries.</li><li>Liaise with parents and resolve fee queries.</li><li>Credit control activities: monitor debtor balances and follow up overdue accounts.</li><li>Reconcile fee income to bank receipts and the general ledger.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Accounts Payable</strong></p><p>Oversight of the purchase ledger, with day-to-day activities predominantly being carried out by the Finance Assistant:</p><ul><li>Monitor the finance inbox.</li><li>Ensure accurate coding and authorisation of invoices and timely payment of suppliers.</li><li>Review supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Prepare payment runs, ensuring compliance with internal controls and approvals.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Nominal Ledger, Journals & Reconciliations:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain accurate nominal ledger records in line with the school's chart of accounts.</li><li>Prepare monthly journals including prepayments, accruals and payroll journals.</li><li>Perform regular balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Support month, term and year‑end close, ensuring deadlines are met.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>VAT Returns:</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation of VAT return workings, including partial exemption calculations and ensuring correct VAT treatment across income and expenditure.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Other:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide timely financial information to the Finance Director and budget holders.</li><li>Assist with preparation of management accounts and analytical reviews.</li><li>Support the annual budgeting process, including collation of departmental information.</li><li>Prepare schedules for the external audit and respond to auditor queries.</li><li>Ensure the finance system is used effectively and identify and implement opportunities to automate and simplify processes.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key skills and experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Significant experience in a similar finance role, ideally within a school or charity.</li><li>High level of accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, able to engage professionally with parents and staff.</li><li>Ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Full time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Minimum three days per week on-site in Summertown, Oxford</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary and benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>6 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Pension - employer contributions of 4% for the first two years of service, 6% after two years</li><li>Group life assurance of three times annual salary</li><li>Private medical insurance provided by the school, which is a taxable benefit</li><li>On-site parking</li><li>Lunch on-site during term time</li><li>Access to an Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Annual flu vaccination</li><li>Membership of Staff Swimming Club</li><li>Discounted on-site holiday activity clubs</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Safeguarding</strong></p><p>Summer Fields is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMjk4ODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for an experienced IT Manager to join a growing HealthTech organisation based in Milton Keynes on an initial 3 month contract. This role will lead IT operations, infrastructure, service delivery, and cybersecurity within a fast paced, regulated environment.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">Manage and maintain all IT infrastructure including networks, servers, cloud platforms, endpoints, and core business applications<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Ensure high availability, performance, resilience, and security of IT systems<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Oversee 1st, 2nd, and 3rd line support and act as the senior escalation point<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Establish and continuously improve IT policies, procedures, and service standards<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Allocate workload effectively and provide technical leadership to the IT function<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through technology and automation<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Plan and deliver system upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure enhancements<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Align IT initiatives with wider business objectives</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Manage cybersecurity risks including vulnerability management, patching, backups, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Oversee third party vendors and enforce robust access control policies</li></ul><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">Work closely with senior leadership and department heads to understand business requirements</li></ul><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">Provide regular reporting on IT performance, risk posture, and ongoing initiatives<br /><br /></li></ul><p><strong>Experience Required:</strong></p><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">Proven experience in an IT Manager or senior IT leadership role<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Strong background in IT operations and service delivery management<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Experience managing support functions and driving service improvement<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Strong hands on expertise across infrastructure, networking, and end user computing environments<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Proven experience with Microsoft Azure (IaaS, networking, storage, security)<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">In depth knowledge of Microsoft 365 including Entra ID (Azure AD)<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Strong administration experience across Microsoft Server and Desktop operating systems<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Hands on experience with Microsoft Hyper V virtualisation<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Expert knowledge of Microsoft Intune and endpoint/mobile device management<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Strong understanding of firewall technologies, network security principles, and the OSI model<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Experience managing network switching environments</li></ul><p><strong>Contract</strong></p><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">Initial 3 month contract<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Competitive day rate - Inside IR35<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Hybrid working - Milton Keynes based</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/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuNTEzNTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Regional IT Business Applications Manager - Real Estate Investments</strong></p><p><strong>Central London (Hybrid 2/3 days a week in the office)</strong></p><p><strong>£80,000 - £90,000 + Competitive Annual Bonus & Benefits</strong></p><p>A leading global real estate investment, development and operating company with c.$98.5bn assets under management is seeking a <strong>Regional IT Business Applications Manager</strong> to lead application portfolio oversight and IT service delivery across its UK Residential Property operations.</p><p>Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, the organisation invests and operates globally across equity and debt markets, both public and private, and is committed to delivering strong investment returns while creating sustainable environments that add long-term value to communities.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>The Regional IT Applications Manager will act as the senior technology partner to the UK Residential business, bridging technology and operational needs. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership, ensuring application services are secure, reliable and aligned with global enterprise standards.</p><p>This position plays a critical role in aligning regional initiatives with global IT strategy, driving operational excellence, governance and compliance across the UK portfolio.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day regional application operations, ensuring service reliability and alignment with enterprise standards</li><li>Monitor system uptime, performance and SLA adherence</li><li>Lead regional incident response and escalation management, collaborating with global IT teams where required</li><li>Partner with business leaders, system owners and end users to gather requirements, conduct feasibility assessments and develop value-driven business cases</li><li>Implement global enterprise systems and technology standards across UK operations</li><li>Drive a culture of customer service, accountability and continuous improvement</li><li>Ensure corporate controls and compliance measures are implemented across all UK sites</li><li>Work closely with Information Security teams to assess risks and implement mitigation strategies</li><li>Lead or support regional technology rollouts, upgrades and process improvements</li><li>Manage relationships with vendors, service providers and contractors, ensuring performance and contractual compliance</li><li>Contribute to IT budgeting, forecasting and cost optimisation initiatives</li><li>Report application metrics, risks and opportunities to senior leadership</li><li>Act as the on-site IT Business Partner to the UK Leadership Team</li></ul><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Experience & Education</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 8 years' progressive IT experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or regional management capacity</li><li>Proven track record in application service delivery, portfolio management and team leadership</li></ul><p><strong>Technical Expertise</strong></p><ul><li>Strong knowledge/ background in enterprise applications, cloud technologies and integrations for example Microsoft 365, ERP platforms, CRM, Salesforce</li><li>Familiarity with ITIL processes and service management frameworks</li><li>Experience leading technology projects and managing third-party vendors</li></ul><p><strong>Personal Attributes</strong></p><ul><li>Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills</li><li>Commercially aware and solutions-oriented</li><li>Proactive, with the ability to identify risks and deliver scalable outcomes</li><li>Comfortable operating in a matrixed, global environment</li></ul><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/amFtZXMud2lsbHNvbi4yNTQxMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Customer Service Administrator</strong><br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £26,000-£28,000 per annum<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Swindon - Office Based<br /> <strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-time, Permanent</p><p>Robert Half are working with a growing, technology-led organisation to recruit a Customer Service Representative. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and expanding business with a strong focus on delivering outstanding customer experiences.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As a Customer Service Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting customers across multiple communication channels. This position requires a proactive, highly organised individual who is comfortable managing several processes at once and prioritising effectively in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Respond promptly and professionally to customer enquiries via phone, email and other channels.</li><li>Provide accurate information regarding products and services.</li><li>Resolve customer issues and complaints efficiently, ensuring a positive outcome.</li><li>Process orders, returns and exchanges accurately.</li><li>Maintain and update customer records within internal systems.</li><li>Liaise with internal departments to ensure seamless service delivery.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance the customer journey.</li><li>Work towards individual and team performance targets.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in a customer service role, ideally within a fast-paced environment.</li><li>An excellent communicator with strong verbal and written skills.</li><li>Proactive and solutions-focused, with strong problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.</li><li>Tech savvy and confident using a range of systems.</li><li>Experience using an ERP system and Microsoft Outlook is desirable.</li><li>A strong team player with a positive, professional approach.</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary of £26,000-£28,000 per annum.</li><li>Opportunities for professional development within a growing company.</li><li>Supportive and collaborative working environment.</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/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuMjk0MTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Client Finance Director | Property Managed Services | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £100,000 - £105,000 | Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are working with a Leading Multinational in the Property and Workplace Services Space, known for delivering integrated solutions across a global client base. Following an internal promotion, the business is now looking to hire a Client Finance Director to oversee a portfolio of 20 clients, working closely with operational teams to drive financial performance and commercial insight.</p><p> </p><p>This is a high-impact leadership role for a commercially driven finance professional who thrives in a matrix environment, enjoys operating at pace, and is confident influencing senior operational and executive stakeholders. You will play a critical role in driving performance, strengthening financial governance, and supporting strategic decision-making across a large, revenue-generating portfolio.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>Reporting to the Sector Finance Director, you will:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Provide financial leadership across multiple business units, ensuring delivery of growth, margin improvement, and operational performance across a complex client portfolio.<br /> * Act as a key finance business partner to Executive Directors and senior operational leadership teams, influencing commercial decisions and strategic direction.<br /> * Review and challenge monthly P&L, balance sheet, forecasts, and management reporting, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and actionable insight.<br /> * Lead monthly business and contract performance reviews, with a strong focus on underperforming contracts, risk identification, and value creation opportunities.<br /> * Support divisional budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning cycles, ensuring robust assumptions and commercial alignment.<br /> * Oversee financial governance, ensuring balance sheet integrity, compliance with internal controls, and adherence to relevant accounting standards and frameworks.<br /> * Support new business wins from a financial perspective, providing oversight from tender stage through mobilisation and transition.<br /> * Drive continuous improvement across reporting processes, systems usage, and financial controls, reducing inefficiencies and enhancing data quality.<br /> * Provide high-quality financial analysis, modelling, and insight to support commercial decision-making and performance improvement.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance business partnering role.<br /> * <strong>Strong experience working in a contracts-led, service-based environment is essential</strong>, ideally within industries such as Facilities Management, Property Services, Defence, Security, Cleaning, Catering, Infrastructure Services, or similar multi-site operational businesses.<br /> * Demonstrable background in business partnering within complex, operational organisations where performance is driven by contract delivery and margin management.<br /> * Proven experience influencing senior operational stakeholders and working effectively within a matrix structure.<br /> * Strong technical grounding in management accounting, financial reporting, and performance management, with the ability to operate at both detail and strategic level.<br /> * Experience reviewing, challenging, and improving financial performance across large, multi-contract portfolios, including P&L, forecasting, and budgeting.<br /> * Strong understanding of financial governance, controls, and ideally experience working within structured compliance environments.<br /> * Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to translate financial data into clear commercial insight and actionable recommendations.<br /> * A proactive, hands-on leader who drives accountability, improves performance, and builds strong cross-functional relationships across operational teams.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>Here's what's waiting for you</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£100,000 - £105,000 base salary plus bonus<br /> * Hybrid working model - 3 days per week in the Central London office<br /> * Private healthcare and enhanced benefits package<br /> * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays<br /> * Senior exposure to divisional and executive leadership teams<br /> * Strong career progression within a large, growing UK finance structure<br /> * Opportunity to shape financial performance across a significant client portfolio<br /> * High visibility role with direct commercial impact across multiple business units</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why this role could be your next move</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior client-facing finance leadership role with genuine breadth and influence. You will operate close to divisional leadership, shaping financial strategy while ensuring strong delivery across a complex, multi-contract portfolio.</p><p> </p><p>The organisation continues to experience strong growth and regular new contract wins, creating ongoing opportunities for senior finance professionals who can combine commercial thinking with strong technical and governance capability. With a proven track record of internal progression, this role offers both immediate impact and longer-term progression into divisional or country-level leadership positions.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNzk2MzYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Role:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Our client is looking to recruit a Procurement Manager on a permanent basis. In this role you will be responsible for the following duties: </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li>Lead and manage all purchasing activities across the organisation, ensuring goods and services at the best possible value, quality and terms;</li><li>Develop and implement purchasing strategies that support business objectives and deliver measurable cost savings.</li><li>Conduct end-to-end tendering processes, including RFQs, RFPs, supplier evaluation, and contract negotiations.</li><li>Maintain and optimise the approved supplier list, ensuring compliance with Procurement Standards and due diligence requirements.</li><li>Analyse purchasing data to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Oversee purchase order creation, approval workflows, and compliance with internal controls.</li><li>Ensure purchasing decisions align with Sustainability, ethical sourcing and corporate responsibility commitments.</li><li>Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing needs and forecast demand.</li><li>Manage Supplier performance through KPIS's, service review, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Negotiate commercial terms, pricing agreements and long-term contracts to secure value and mitigate risk.</li><li>Resolve supplier issues promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.</li><li>Conduct regular market analysis to identify new suppliers, innovations and cost-saving opportunities.</li><li>Collaborate with Suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and maintain optimal stock levels.</li><li>Support inventory planning and forecasting activities to prevent shortages or overstocking.</li><li>Work with operations to streamline supply chain processes and improve efficiency.</li><li>Assist in developing contingency plans to mitigate supply chain disruptions.</li><li>Monitor lead times, delivery performance, and supply chain risks, escalating issues where necessary.</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Profile:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">The successful Procurement Manager will have a minimum of 5 years experience working within Hospitality and must speak French fluently. </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Client:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Our client is a Hospitality firm based in the City of London. You will work on a hybrid basis. </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Salary & Benefits:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">This Procurement Manager role will be paying circa £65,000 per annum. This is dependant on experience.</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/RWxpYW5hLlphbWV0LjcyNzYzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Interim Transformational Finance Shared Services Manager </strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><br /><strong>Contract:</strong> 6-9 Months<br /><strong>Day Rate:</strong> Up to £750 per day<br /><strong>IR35 Status:</strong> Outside IR35<br /><strong>Location:</strong> Fully Remote (UK) with limited UK and international travel at the start of the assignment</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are currently seeking an experienced <strong>Interim Transformational Finance Shared Services Manager</strong> to lead a key <strong>Billing and Cash Collection transformation programme</strong> within a high-growth <strong>SaaS organisation</strong>.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This role will focus on improving <strong>Order-to-Cash (O2C) processes</strong>, driving greater <strong>billing accuracy</strong>, and significantly enhancing <strong>cash collection performance</strong>. The successful candidate will undertake a rapid assessment of existing processes and implement improvements that strengthen the overall shared services finance operation.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is a <strong>hands-on transformation role</strong> suited to a <strong>career interim</strong> with a strong track record of delivering operational improvements and measurable financial impact within complex and fast-paced environments.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Lead the transformation of <strong>Billing and Cash Collection processes</strong> across the finance shared services function</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Conduct a rapid <strong>diagnostic review of current Order-to-Cash processes</strong>, identifying inefficiencies and improvement opportunities</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Implement improvements to <strong>billing accuracy, invoicing cycles, and collections performance</strong></p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Drive reductions in <strong>DSO (Days Sales Outstanding)</strong> and improve overall <strong>cash conversion</strong></p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Work closely with <strong>Finance, Sales, and Customer Success teams</strong> to ensure alignment between commercial activity and billing operations</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Introduce <strong>best practice processes, controls, and reporting frameworks</strong> within the shared services environment</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Deliver scalable improvements aligned to <strong>SaaS subscription and usage-based billing models</strong></p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Engage with senior stakeholders and provide clear reporting on progress and outcomes</p></li></ul><h3>Candidate Requirements</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Career Interim Transformation Specialist</strong> with a strong portfolio of successful assignments</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Proven experience delivering <strong>Finance Shared Services transformation programmes</strong></p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Strong background in <strong>Billing, Invoicing and Cash Collection / Order-to-Cash transformation</strong></p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Demonstrated ability to deliver improvements in <strong>DSO, billing efficiency, and cash collection performance</strong></p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>SaaS or subscription-based business experience is essential</strong></p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Experience operating within <strong>international or multi-entity environments</strong></p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Comfortable operating in both <strong>strategic and hands-on delivery roles</strong></p></li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Exposure to <strong>Procure-to-Pay (P2P) / Source-to-Pay processes</strong></p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Experience implementing <strong>process automation or finance system improvements</strong></p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Background in <strong>global shared services or SSC operating models</strong></p></li></ul><h3>Additional Information</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Contract Duration:</strong> 6-9 months</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Day Rate:</strong> £500 -£750 per day</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>IR35 Status:</strong> Outside IR35</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Location:</strong> Fully remote with some UK and limited international travel at the beginning of the contract</p></li></ul><p>This opportunity would suit a <strong>high-calibre career interim</strong> who thrives in transformation environments and can deliver meaningful improvements within a defined contract period.</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/THVrZS5FZGdlY29tYmUuNjQwNTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p style="text-align: justify;">Robert Half are working in partnership with a US listed business based in South Oxfordshire to recruit a Financial Controller within their shared service function. This is a senior role focusing on areas of Record to Report (R2R) across the EMEA region, an opportunity to partner with senior stakeholders whilst maintaining and improving controls, processes and systems.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">If you have worked within a large, complex environment and have an affinity to maintaining controls, reporting and efficient monthly/annual close then this is a great role to move into! There is a road to develop and transform the function into a value add, best in class operation, this would suit a candidate with ideas and a mindset geared towards process improvement and change.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">As Financial Controller, you will receive a base salary of in the region of £75,000 to £85,000 with excellent benefits including a 15% bonus! Please not this role is a site-based position.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Key responsibilities include</strong></p><ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Accountable for the accuracy and delivery of management reporting, statutory accounts, balance sheet integrity and overall financial records of the EMEA region</li><li>Operate as the finance lead for your region, a conduit between the head office/group functions and regional leads within the business in their respective entities</li><li>Drive continuous improvement and optimisation within areas of ERP and reporting tools</li><li>Deliver multi-entity financial reporting under IFRS/US GAAP</li><li>Establish what good looks like in terms of performance/team management with clear KPI's, plan and deliverables - coach, develop and drive the function</li><li>Own month-end, quarter-end and year-end closes across the region</li><li>Build strong and valuable relationships with cross-functional stakeholders</li></ul><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>About your experience</strong></p><ul><li style="text-align: justify;">Fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Experience within the group reporting/R2R function of a complex and international business</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Ability to maintain control and compliance whilst developing best in class processes</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Strong communication and business partnering capabilities, working with international senior stakeholders</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Excellent systems aptitude with mainstream ERP experience</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Desire to be seen as a leader, setting tone and example for the function</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/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci43NzEzMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong>Sales Administrator</strong></p><p class="x_MsoNormal">Theale | 9am - 5pm | Permanent</p><p class="x_MsoNormal">We're working with a well-established business looking to hire a <strong>Sales Administrator</strong> to join their team in Theale. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of <strong>customer interaction, organisation, and operational support</strong> in a fast-paced environment.</p><br><p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong>The Role</strong></p><p class="x_MsoNormal">As a Sales Administrator, you'll play a key role in supporting the sales function and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. You'll be responsible for managing orders, liaising with customers and suppliers, and keeping everything running efficiently behind the scenes.</p><br><p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul type="disc"><li class="x_MsoNormal">Processing customer orders via email and phone</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">Responding to customer enquiries and providing updates</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">Tracking orders and resolving any delays or issues</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">Producing and checking invoices and credits</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">Coordinating transport and liaising with logistics providers</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">Working closely with warehouses and suppliers</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">Providing proof of delivery and documentation</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">Producing sales reports</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">General administrative support including calls and emails</li></ul> <br><p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><ul type="disc"><li class="x_MsoNormal">Experience in a <strong>sales administration or customer service role</strong></li><li class="x_MsoNormal">Strong organisational skills and attention to detail</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">Confident communication skills (written and verbal)</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">A proactive, team-oriented approach</li></ul><p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong>Desirable:</strong></p><ul type="disc"><li class="x_MsoNormal">Experience using an ERP system</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">Background in logistics, supply chain, or similar environments</li></ul><br><p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul type="disc"><li class="x_MsoNormal">Stable, permanent opportunity</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">Friendly and supportive team environment</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">Opportunity to develop your skills and grow within the business</li></ul><br><p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong>Interested?</strong></p><p class="x_MsoNormal">Apply now or get in touch to learn more about this opportunity.</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/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuOTY4NjMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><h1><strong>Interim Ecommerce & Digital Marketing Specialist (Contract)</strong></h1><p><strong>West London | Hybrid | Start ASAP | 1-2 months rolling</strong></p><p>This premium D2C brand is looking for an experienced interim ecommerce/digital specialist to step in immediately and keep the digital function running smoothly while the permanent hire is recruited. You'll take ownership of the day‑to‑day, keep trading performance on track, and relieve pressure from the internal team during a high‑growth period.</p><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><h3><strong>Ecommerce & Trading</strong></h3><p>* Manage the daily performance of the Shopify site - updates, merchandising, content, product launches.<br /> * Lead weekly trading activity, reporting on key metrics and identifying quick wins.<br /> * Complete regular site checks and implement CRO improvements.<br /> * Troubleshoot any on‑site issues and coordinate fixes.</p><h3><strong>CRM & Email Marketing</strong></h3><p>* Own all Klaviyo activity - campaigns, flows, segmentation, A/B testing.<br /> * Support customer lifecycle improvements and retention initiatives.<br /> * Prepare and execute the weekly email marketing calendar.</p><h3><strong>Digital Marketing & Agency Management</strong></h3><p>* Work with the external agency across paid social and paid search, ensuring delivery stays on brief and on budget.<br /> * Monitor performance and flag optimisation opportunities.<br /> * Ensure campaigns and landing pages are aligned with trading priorities.</p><h3><strong>Customer Experience & Brand</strong></h3><p>* Collaborate with customer service and ops to maintain a premium end‑to‑end journey.<br /> * Support on homepage, landing page and digital creative updates to keep the brand elevated.<br /> * Assist with loyalty/VIP programme execution.</p><h2><strong>What You'll Need</strong></h2><p>* Strong experience in ecommerce/digital roles, ideally within D2C, fashion, beauty or premium consumer brands.<br /> * Confident operating Shopify end‑to‑end (Shopify Plus exposure helpful).<br /> * Hands‑on Klaviyo experience - must be able to build and deploy campaigns quickly.<br /> * Proven ability to manage agencies and oversee paid performance.<br /> * Strong trading mindset and ability to hit the ground running.<br /> * Comfortable in small, agile teams with minimal handholding.<br /> * Available to start immediately or on short notice.</p><br><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/SGFyZWwuVGhvbXBzb24uNDE3ODkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
