<p style="text-align: justify;">Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with Horwood Homewares to recruit a Finance Director on a permanent basis to be based in Avonmouth, Bristol. This is a great opportunity to join an established business with growth plans on the horizon, a wholesale supplier of cookware and kitchenware established in 1896. Reporting to the Managing Director and joining the senior leadership team, this is a highly visible role in an omnichannel business looking to grow.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;">The Finance Director position is a blend of providing strategic direction whilst owning the finance function and remaining hands on where needed. A role that would suit an existing finance leader with exposure to a high-volume/stock-based environment looking to ensure robust financial control, commercial insight and support decision making to scale the business. An exciting role for the right person!</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p><strong>About Horwood Homewares…</strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Horwood Homewares are a wholesale supplier of cookware and kitchenware established in 1896. They proudly manufacture and own long-standing British kitchenware brands Stellar and Judge, as well as their reusable and sustainable brand, Smidge.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">With over a century of expertise and experience, they know the industry inside and out, from the production line to the shop floor. Now part of a multinational group, distribution has grown to include not only most of the UK and Irish territories but also key European and global marketplaces.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">With products featured in major publications such as Good Housekeeping, mumsnet, The Independent through to a debut supporting role in Downton Abbey.</p><p> </p><p style="text-align: center;">- Kitchen Experts since 1896 -</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Finance Director Role…</strong></p><ul><li>Production of monthly management accounts and associated commentary</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting, cashflow management and reporting</li><li>Delivery of statutory accounts and statutory reporting</li><li>Oversee working capital including inventory, supply chain and treasury areas</li><li>Provide key insight and analysis for decision making around pricing, margin, profitability and product/channel performance</li><li>Analyse and report marketing/sales metrics within an omnichannel environment</li><li>Collaborate across all function areas from sales to operations to supply chain, supporting growth initiatives whilst ensuring cost optimisation</li><li>Lead and develop the finance team, innovate and drive improvements</li><li>Lead on areas of process improvement, systems enhancements, automation and adoption of new processes/tools to ensure the business is efficient and ready to grow</li><li>Overall management of the IT function</li><li>Ensure compliance with key regulatory requirements including VAT, corporation tax and leading the audit.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you…</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent)</li><li>Prior experience within an SME environment</li><li>Exposure to related industry with high volume transactions and stock movement (retail, wholesale, manufacturing, distribution, FMCG)</li><li>Blend of financial control and commercial capability</li><li>Strong leadership, ability to lead and develop a team</li><li>Netsuite experience desirable</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's on offer…</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary for an SME Finance Director position</li><li>Performance related bonus</li><li>Company car</li><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>Enhanced Pension contributions</li><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Death in Service - 4x annual salary</li><li>Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home</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/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci45OTk3MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half are exclusively working with a well-established international business is looking to appoint an Ecommerce Content & Marketplace Executive to strengthen its digital presence across European online retail channels.</p><p>This position will focus on improving product visibility, content quality and conversion performance across leading marketplaces and direct-to-consumer platforms. You will play a key role in ensuring product data, imagery and copy are engaging, optimised and delivered on time to support trading and new product launches.</p><p>This is a permanent role, full time role based out of Banbury ( 1 day a week in office).</p><p><strong>What You'll Be Doing</strong></p><p><strong>Driving Marketplace Performance</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and enhance product listings across major European online marketplaces and retail partner sites.</li><li>Optimise copy, imagery and keywords to improve search rankings and conversion rates.</li><li>Review listing performance metrics and recommend improvements to maximise visibility and sales.</li><li>Carry out regular content health checks to maintain accuracy and brand consistency.</li></ul><p><strong>Supporting Direct & PurePlay Channels</strong></p><ul><li>Upload and maintain digital assets across selected online retail accounts.</li><li>Oversee updates to direct-to-consumer product pages and campaign landing pages.</li><li>Build enhanced content modules and branded storefront experiences where applicable.</li></ul><p><strong>Coordinating New Product Launches</strong></p><ul><li>Take ownership of launch content timelines, ensuring assets and copy are ready for go-live dates.</li><li>Work cross-functionally with product, design and regional stakeholders to produce launch-ready content packs.</li><li>Create persuasive, customer-focused product descriptions aligned to brand tone of voice.</li></ul><p><strong>Systems, Tools & Optimisation</strong></p><ul><li>Utilise ecommerce platforms and optimisation tools to identify keyword gaps and growth opportunities.</li><li>Support product data management processes, ensuring accurate and consistent information flow across systems.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvements in content workflows and automation.</li><li>Experience with project management systems and emerging AI-driven tools is advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong>Collaboration & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with internal teams across digital, ecommerce and creative functions to ensure consistent messaging.</li><li>Maintain tracking documents and dashboards to monitor launch readiness and listing performance.</li><li>Share insights and best practice to enhance overall ecommerce effectiveness across EU markets.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in ecommerce, digital merchandising or online content management.</li><li>Strong understanding of marketplace dynamics and SEO principles.</li><li>Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines.</li><li>Analytical mindset, comfortable interpreting performance data to inform decisions.</li><li>Naturally curious about digital innovation, including AI applications in content creation and optimisation.</li><li>Proactive, collaborative and comfortable working within a hybrid 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/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuNjc0NjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Communications & Engagement Manager</strong><br /> <strong>North Bristol | Up to £45,000 | Hybrid Working</strong></p><p>Robert Half LTD are working with a growing organisation in North Bristol who are looking to appoint its first Communications & Engagement Manager as it enters a significant new chapter.</p><p>This is a newly created, standalone role with the opportunity to shape the communications function from the ground up. They're looking for someone who can help bring the changes in the organisation and the journey that comes with it to life - ensuring their people, communities and stakeholders understand and connect with the vision.</p><p>While the role sits at manager level, the client is very open to an ambitious communications or marketing professional ready for their next step. This could suit someone currently working as a Communications Officer, Marketing Executive or Engagement professional who is looking for the opportunity to take ownership of strategy and make a real impact.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Working closely with senior leadership, you will develop and deliver a communications and engagement framework that supports cultural alignment across the organisation during a period of change and growth.</p><p>This role will combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, covering both internal and external communications. You'll help shape messaging, develop engaging campaigns, and bring the organisation's values to life through modern communications channels.</p><p>The client is keen to bring in someone creative, proactive and curious - someone who enjoys getting out into the organisation, educating colleagues, sharing knowledge and championing effective communication.</p><p><strong>Key elements of the role will include:</strong></p><ul><li>Developing and implementing a business-wide communications strategy</li><li>Building strong internal communications channels and staff engagement initiatives</li><li>Managing and growing external communications, digital presence and social media</li><li>Supporting senior leaders with messaging, storytelling and stakeholder engagement</li><li>Creating campaigns that reflect organisational values and strengthen culture</li><li>Helping ensure the merger journey is clearly communicated and positively experienced</li></ul><p>As the first person in this role, you'll have real freedom to introduce new ideas, modern tools and approaches - making the position very much your own.</p><p><strong>The Person</strong></p><p>The organisation is looking for someone who:</p><ul><li>Brings creative thinking and fresh ideas to communications and engagement</li><li>Is confident using digital platforms and social media as communication tools</li><li>Enjoys building relationships and working closely with stakeholders</li><li>Is comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on</li><li>Is excited by the opportunity to build and shape a function</li></ul><p><strong>The Package</strong></p><ul><li>Starting salary up to £45,000</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Strong commitment to professional development and coaching</li><li>Excellent pension and benefits package</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/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuMDc1NzMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>SEARCH COORDINATOR - PERMANENT - BRISTOL - HYBRID - UP TO £39k</strong></p><p>Robert Half is looking for a permanent Search Coordinator to support our Executive Search team in Bristol, offering hybrid working and up to £39k!</p><p>The Search Coordinator will be supporting a fast-paced, results oriented, retained search/consulting team specialising in the search and placement of executive leaders across a broad range of functional areas and industry sectors. You will be responsible for coordinating executive search activity of the team of Management Directors and supporting the search efforts of the Associates assigned to each search engagement.</p><p><strong>Things to know:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Job Title</strong>: Search Coordinator</li><li><strong>Salary</strong>: £30k - £39k (depending on experience)</li><li><strong>Location</strong>: Bristol (3 days onsite, 2 days working from home)</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support and project manage all assignments won.</li><li>Act as a professional client liaison, managing diary coordination and appointment booking across complex time zones.</li><li>Intensive diary management for Managing Directors, clients, and candidates throughout assignments.</li><li>Track and coordinate all Business Development meetings for the division.</li><li>Organization of travel for the division.</li><li>Coordinate and arrange all interview activity (phone, video, and in-person).</li><li>Manage in-person meetings end-to-end and bringing all parties together seamlessly.</li><li>Schedule weekly update calls with clients, attend where required, take minutes, and follow up on actions.</li><li>Facilitate verification check and reference processes for candidates.</li><li>Extensive preparation and proofreading of all documentation shared with clients, including candidate profiles, position profiles, proposals, engagement letters, and reports.</li><li>Produce analytical reports, and manage search data throughout the lifecycle of assignments.</li><li>Consolidate and track monthly KPIs for the team.</li><li>Maintain and uphold minimum data standards within the company CRM, ensuring accuracy across the team.</li><li>Create, manage, and maintain documents on shared systems and databases.</li><li>Involvement in projects across the Executive Search function as and when required.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Have a bachelor's degree.</li><li>Have advanced Microsoft Office experience (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)</li><li>Have a strong administrative skill set.</li><li>Be an organised self-starter, with a sense of urgency.</li><li>Be extremely proactive and results oriented.</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Have the ability to prioritise several tasks.</li><li>Have advanced proof-reading skills and acute attention to detail.</li><li>Be detail-oriented and resourceful with the ability to multi-task.</li><li>Possess the ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment.</li><li>Exhibit leadership ability while maintaining a team approach.</li><li>Be able to efficiently interface and support results-oriented search professionals.</li><li>Able to apply discretion given exposure to confidential projects.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuNjM0MTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
