<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a Large Financial Services client with offices in Northampton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Controller you will support the Finance Director and oversee all finance and payroll activity,. You will help to prepare all internal and external financial reporting as well as providing expert timely and insightful financial analysis, to support the business in maximising profitability and efficiency. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts and other financial reports including budgets and KPIs.</li><li>Produce high quality monthly consolidated and entity management accounts, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, to agreed deadlines with supporting operational analysis.</li><li>Undertake analysis as required on company performance, highlighting areas of concern or risk.</li><li>Develop analysis as required to support the development and subsequent measurement of sales strategies.</li><li>Manage forecasts for the annual business plan and report monthly cost actuals against business plans.</li><li>Present reports to senior management to assist with business planning and decision making and goal achievement.</li><li>Oversight of AP and AR</li><li>P+L Reviews</li><li>Payroll Processing</li><li>Team Management</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant ideally from within a Practice environment with prior experience working in a Finance Manager or Financial Controller position and with experience of producing monthly consolidated management accounts for a group of companies. In addition you will have strong reporting and process improvement exposure with knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and performance/risk analysis This is an excellent Senior Opportunity within a fast paced, growing organisation.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Controller is working on a 5 days a week basis in the office in Northampton from their impressive offices and is paying £70-80K + Benefits</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDkxMjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>About the job</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are proud to be exclusively partnered with a global business in Cambridge in the recruitment of an Office Manager/PA on a 12 month fixed term contract. This role is to cover the maternity leave of a current member of staff, alongside a brief handover period.</p><p> </p><p>The role will be based in Central Cambridge near to public transport links with an <strong>expectation of being in the office full-time 5 days a week in their Cambridge offic</strong>e. This is a salaried role working directly with the business for a determinate period - the salary available is 32-35k per annum.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Daily Responsibilities</strong></p><p> </p><p>- Provide PA support to members of the team</p><p>- Attend team meetings</p><p>- Support and work with other PA's across the UK including covering of absences</p><p>- Report office updates to the Finance & Admin teams</p><p>- Arrange meetings and organise diaries - in person and Teams/Zoom calls</p><p>- Booking flights/hotels/trains</p><p>- Meeting and greeting of clients and/or any external guests</p><p>- Ordering office supplies</p><p>- Managing filing systems</p><p>- Maintaining condition of the office and generally acting as the "face" of the organisation</p><p>- New starter inductions</p><p>- Organising of events</p><p>- Various administrative duties as required</p><p> </p><p><strong>Experience required</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>-</strong> Previous experience in a PA/office manager type role</p><p>- A strong knowledge of Microsoft packages e.g. Excel, Word and PowerPoint is essential</p><p>- Client-facing experience is considered highly advantageous</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjM5ODY1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="297" data-end="585"><strong data-end="310" data-start="297">Location:</strong> Harlow<br / data-end="331" data-start="328"> <strong data-start="331" data-end="344">Contract:</strong> Temporary - January (with potential longer-term opportunity)<br data-end="408" data-start="405" /> <strong data-end="418" data-start="408">Hours:</strong> Full time, Monday to Friday (part-time long-term role available thereafter)<br data-start="494" data-end="497" /> <strong data-start="497" data-end="510">Pay rate:</strong> £15 - £18 per hour + holiday pay<br data-end="546" data-start="543" /> <strong data-start="546" data-end="561">Start date:</strong> First week of January</p><p data-start="587" data-end="956">Robert Half is exclusively recruiting on behalf of a school for an experienced <strong data-end="682" data-start="654">Temporary Office Manager</strong> to provide full-time cover throughout the month of January. This is a key role supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school office. There is also the opportunity for a <strong data-start="861" data-end="896">part-time, longer-term position</strong> following the temporary assignment for the right candidate.</p><h3 data-start="958" data-end="982">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="983" data-end="1608"><li data-end="1036" data-start="983"><p data-end="1036" data-start="985">Oversee the daily operations of the school office</p></li><li data-start="1037" data-end="1100"><p data-start="1039" data-end="1100">Line manage and support administrative staff where required</p></li><li data-end="1187" data-start="1101"><p data-start="1103" data-end="1187">Act as the first point of contact for parents, visitors, and external stakeholders</p></li><li data-end="1264" data-start="1188"><p data-start="1190" data-end="1264">Manage attendance records, pupil data, and general school administration</p></li><li data-end="1332" data-start="1265"><p data-start="1267" data-end="1332">Coordinate communications, correspondence, and diary management</p></li><li data-end="1425" data-start="1333"><p data-end="1425" data-start="1335">Support finance-related administration such as invoicing, orders, and expense processing</p></li><li data-start="1426" data-end="1527"><p data-start="1428" data-end="1527">Ensure compliance with school policies, safeguarding procedures, and data protection requirements</p></li><li data-start="1528" data-end="1608"><p data-end="1608" data-start="1530">Liaise with senior leadership to support operational needs during the period</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1634" data-start="1610">Person Specification</h3><ul data-end="2078" data-start="1635"><li data-end="1710" data-start="1635"><p data-start="1637" data-end="1710">Proven experience in an office management or senior administrative role</p></li><li data-end="1791" data-start="1711"><p data-end="1791" data-start="1713">Previous experience within a school or education setting is highly desirable</p></li><li data-start="1792" data-end="1842"><p data-start="1794" data-end="1842">Strong organisational and communication skills</p></li><li data-start="1843" data-end="1907"><p data-end="1907" data-start="1845">Confident managing multiple priorities in a busy environment</p></li><li data-start="1908" data-end="2011"><p data-start="1910" data-end="2011">Comfortable using Microsoft Office and school management systems (e.g. SIMS or similar - desirable)</p></li><li data-end="2078" data-start="2012"><p data-end="2078" data-start="2014">Professional, approachable, and able to hit the ground running</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2080" data-end="2099">The Opportunity</h3><ul data-start="2100" data-end="2362"><li data-end="2147" data-start="2100"><p data-end="2147" data-start="2102">Full-time temporary role throughout January</p></li><li data-end="2203" data-start="2148"><p data-end="2203" data-start="2150">Competitive hourly rate of £15-£18 plus holiday pay</p></li><li data-start="2204" data-end="2282"><p data-start="2206" data-end="2282">Potential to transition into a part-time, long-term position after January</p></li><li data-end="2362" data-start="2283"><p data-start="2285" data-end="2362">Opportunity to work in a supportive and well-established school environment</p></li></ul><p data-start="2364" data-end="2500">If you are immediately available and interested in supporting a school during a critical period, please apply today through Robert Half.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjQ5MzA1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="364" data-start="178"><strong data-end="219" data-start="178">Temporary Secretariat Support Officer</strong><br data-end="222" data-start="219" /> 📍 <strong data-end="252" data-start="225">Saffron Walden / Hybrid</strong><br data-end="255" data-start="252" /> 🕒 <strong data-end="295" data-start="258">Temporary assignment - 3-4 months</strong><br data-end="298" / data-start="295"> 💷 <strong data-end="335" data-start="301">Hourly rate (PAYE or umbrella)</strong><br data-end="338" data-start="335" /> 📅 <strong data-end="364" data-start="341">Start: January 2026</strong></p><p data-end="681" data-start="366"><strong data-end="381" data-start="366">Robert Half</strong> is recruiting a <strong data-end="439" data-start="398">Temporary Secretariat Support Officer</strong> on behalf of a client based in <strong data-start="471" data-end="489">Saffron Walden</strong>. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced governance or board administrator to provide high-level secretariat support during a period of cover, working closely with senior leaders.</p><h3 data-start="683" data-end="695">The role</h3><p data-end="869" data-start="696">Reporting to the <strong data-end="731" data-start="713">Chief of Staff</strong>, you will support the <strong data-start="754" data-end="791">Governance & Secretariat function</strong>, ensuring the smooth and compliant operation of Board and Committee meetings.</p><p data-end="900" data-start="871">Key responsibilities include:</p><ul data-end="1518" data-start="901"><li data-end="1018" data-start="901"><p data-end="1018" data-start="903">Preparing for Board and Committee meetings, including drafting agendas, scheduling meetings, and collating papers</p></li><li data-start="1019" data-end="1132"><p data-end="1132" data-start="1021">Providing on-site and virtual administrative support (room bookings, technology setup, attendance management)</p></li><li data-end="1233" data-start="1133"><p data-end="1233" data-start="1135">Taking accurate minutes, capturing decisions and actions, and circulating documentation promptly</p></li><li data-start="1234" data-end="1296"><p data-end="1296" data-start="1236">Maintaining action logs, registers, and governance records</p></li><li data-start="1297" data-end="1398"><p data-start="1299" data-end="1398">Supporting governance and compliance processes, ensuring confidentiality and information security</p></li><li data-start="1399" data-end="1518"><p data-start="1401" data-end="1518">Building effective working relationships with Non-Executive Directors, Executive Directors, and senior stakeholders</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1533" data-start="1520">About you</h3><p data-end="1549" data-start="1534">You will bring:</p><ul data-end="2215" data-start="1550"><li data-start="1550" data-end="1644"><p data-start="1552" data-end="1644">Proven experience in <strong data-end="1597" data-start="1573">Secretariat Services</strong>, including Board or Committee administration</p></li><li data-start="1645" data-end="1714"><p data-start="1647" data-end="1714">Experience working within a <strong data-start="1675" data-end="1712">regulated or complex organisation</strong></p></li><li data-end="1794" data-start="1715"><p data-start="1717" data-end="1794">Confidence supporting senior leadership, including NEDs and Executive teams</p></li><li data-end="1865" data-start="1795"><p data-end="1865" data-start="1797">Strong minute-taking, organisation, and document management skills</p></li><li data-start="1866" data-end="1930"><p data-start="1868" data-end="1930">Excellent attention to detail, planning, and time management</p></li><li data-end="1990" data-start="1931"><p data-end="1990" data-start="1933">Clear and professional written and verbal communication</p></li><li data-end="2081" data-start="1991"><p data-start="1993" data-end="2081">Familiarity with board/committee portals (e.g. <strong data-end="2052" data-start="2040">Diligent</strong>) and governance frameworks</p></li><li data-end="2215" data-start="2082"><p data-start="2084" data-end="2215">A professional qualification or training in company/board secretarial practice (e.g. <strong data-end="2181" data-start="2169">CGI/ICSA</strong>) is desirable but not essential</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2217" data-end="2231">Why apply?</h3><p data-start="2232" data-end="2279">This temporary assignment offers the chance to:</p><ul data-end="2490" data-start="2280"><li data-start="2280" data-end="2347"><p data-start="2282" data-end="2347">Support effective governance and decision-making at Board level</p></li><li data-start="2348" data-end="2427"><p data-end="2427" data-start="2350">Work closely with senior leaders in a professional, high-impact environment</p></li><li data-start="2428" data-end="2490"><p data-start="2430" data-end="2490">Further develop your secretariat and governance experience</p></li></ul><p data-end="2610" data-start="2492">Please note: <strong data-end="2557" data-start="2505">occasional early morning or evening availability</strong> and <strong data-start="2562" data-end="2593">travel to meeting locations</strong> may be required.</p><p data-end="2768" data-start="2612"> </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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjkzNjIxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="308" data-start="127"><strong data-start="127" data-end="170">Business Development Coordinator (EMEA)</strong><br data-start="170" / data-end="173"> <strong data-start="173" data-end="186">Location:</strong> St Neots, Cambridgeshire (Hybrid working available)<br / data-start="238" data-end="241"> <strong data-end="252" data-start="241">Salary:</strong> £27,000 - £30,000 per annum<br data-start="280" / data-end="283"> <strong data-end="296" data-start="283">Contract:</strong> Permanent</p><p data-end="717" data-start="310">Robert Half is partnering with a growing, internationally focused organisation to recruit a <strong data-start="402" data-end="438">Business Development Coordinator</strong> for their EMEA team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised individual who enjoys working with stakeholders, supporting commercial initiatives, and contributing to member or customer engagement activities within a professional, collaborative environment.</p><h3 data-start="719" data-end="733">The Role</h3><p data-end="1102" data-start="734">Reporting into the Senior Manager of Business Development (EMEA), the Business Development Coordinator will play a key role in supporting engagement initiatives, administrative processes, and events across the region. You will act as a central point of contact, helping to drive participation, maintain accurate records, and support wider sales and marketing activity.</p><h3 data-end="1130" data-start="1104">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="1131" data-end="2173"><li data-start="1131" data-end="1246"><p data-start="1133" data-end="1246">Act as a first point of contact for member and stakeholder enquiries, providing timely and professional support</p></li><li data-start="1247" data-end="1365"><p data-end="1365" data-start="1249">Proactively engage with members to share updates, gather feedback, and promote programmes, events, and initiatives</p></li><li data-start="1366" data-end="1445"><p data-start="1368" data-end="1445">Support strategies to attract new members and retain existing relationships</p></li><li data-end="1558" data-start="1446"><p data-end="1558" data-start="1448">Provide administrative support including scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and maintaining CRM records</p></li><li data-start="1559" data-end="1662"><p data-end="1662" data-start="1561">Track and report on key performance metrics related to engagement and business development activity</p></li><li data-end="2072" data-start="1961"><p data-end="2072" data-start="1963">Represent the organisation at industry events and assist with coordination before, during, and after events</p></li><li data-start="2073" data-end="2173"><p data-start="2075" data-end="2173">Maintain strong relationships through regular communication and occasional site or member visits</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2175" data-end="2190">About You</h3><ul data-start="2191" data-end="2557"><li data-start="2191" data-end="2241"><p data-start="2193" data-end="2241">Strong verbal and written communication skills</p></li><li data-start="2242" data-end="2307"><p data-end="2307" data-start="2244">Confident building and maintaining professional relationships</p></li><li data-end="2363" data-start="2308"><p data-start="2310" data-end="2363">Highly organised with excellent attention to detail</p></li><li data-end="2427" data-start="2364"><p data-start="2366" data-end="2427">Comfortable managing multiple tasks and changing priorities</p></li><li data-start="2428" data-end="2498"><p data-start="2430" data-end="2498">Proactive, reliable, and able to work collaboratively across teams</p></li><li data-start="2499" data-end="2557"><p data-start="2501" data-end="2557">Willing to travel occasionally for events and meetings</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2584" data-start="2559">Skills & Experience</h3><ul data-end="2991" data-start="2585"><li data-end="2705" data-start="2585"><p data-start="2587" data-end="2705">Previous experience in business development support, customer service, membership support, or an administrative role</p></li><li data-end="2805" data-start="2706"><p data-end="2805" data-start="2708">A degree or equivalent qualification in Business Administration or a related field is desirable</p></li><li data-start="2806" data-end="2874"><p data-start="2808" data-end="2874">Experience using CRM systems and reporting tools is advantageous</p></li><li data-start="2875" data-end="2991"><p data-end="2991" data-start="2877">Exposure to professional associations, trade organisations, or membership-based environments would be beneficial</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2993" data-end="3014">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-end="3268" data-start="3015"><li data-start="3015" data-end="3070"><p data-end="3070" data-start="3017">Salary of £27,000 - £30,000 depending on experience</p></li><li data-end="3101" data-start="3071"><p data-end="3101" data-start="3073">Hybrid working arrangement</p></li><li data-start="3102" data-end="3196"><p data-start="3104" data-end="3196">Opportunity to work within an international organisation with cross-regional collaboration</p></li><li data-end="3268" data-start="3197"><p data-start="3199" data-end="3268">Supportive team environment with scope for professional development</p></li></ul><p data-start="3270" data-end="3430">If you're looking for a varied role where you can make a real impact and develop your career in business development support, this could be the ideal next step.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjU4NzY3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
