Reading centre - no parking

Our client is a highly successful accountancy firm and they are now seeking an experienced administrator to join their small but busy team. This role sits within their global admin team and you can expect to support colleagues across the firm. We are seeking someone who prides themselves in their organisational skills and their attention to detail. This is a really varied role that requires a strong team player with a flexible attitude.

The role:

• Undertaking Reception duties, meet and greet as required;
• To check meeting rooms for tidiness / setting up for meetings
• Ordering and maintaining adequate stocks of stationery
• Create/amend letters and other documents
• Ordering refreshment supplies and maintaining a clean and organised kitchen
• Making refreshments/ordering lunch for meetings as required
• Supporting Directors and Partners when required
• Providing admin support to various service lines on an ad hoc basis
• Tasks such as billing, processing post, booking car parking / meeting rooms
• Other general admin tasks

The person:

• Collaborative team player
• Positive and flexible attitude
• Strong MS office skills
• Typing skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly organised
• Proactive and solution focused

Benefits:

• Life assurance at 2 x salary
• Income protection insurance (IPI) which is payable after 13 weeks of sick leave @ 75% salary (less an amount for any deemed state benefits as determined by the insurer) pro
• After 3 months you will be eligible to chose from a menu of benefits, which currently include:
• Pension - in line with current legislation you will be automatically enrolled after 3 months and you will pay 3% and the firm will pay 5% and your life assurance will increase to 4 x salary
• Critical illness cover
• Dental insurance
• Additional life assurance
• Childcare vouchers
• Purchase of additional holiday
• Retail vouchers
• Alongside the scheme there is unlimited access to a discount scheme, offering a wide variety of discounts across a whole range of products and services, including discounted gym membership rates
• Free flu jabs

Fully office based - no parking at the office

This is a wonderful opportunity to join our clients dedicated Mental Health Team based in Walsall. This is an entry level role that could suit someone with good typing skills and an interest in working in a legal environment. You will be joining an existing team of dedicated Secretarial Assistants providing support to the Lawyers who specialise in Court of Protection and Mental Health work, representing people who are subject to the Mental Health Act 1983 and those who are under Guardianship Orders, Community Treatment Orders and advising client with learning difficulties and autism. Our client is seeking a candidate with a genuine interest in working in this area of law and can demonstrate that on their application and CV.

You will need to enjoy a fast-paced environment, juggling multi priorities working for a dedicated team of Lawyers specialising in Court of Protection and Mental Health Law, with a proven track record of providing legal aid services to their clients.

Your role:

• Supporting the solicitors and team with general administration support
• Typing file and telephone notes
• Logging information on the secure portal
• Downloading notifications from the tribunal service
• Manage dates for tribunals and recording in the diaries
• Time recording to support the firm's billing processes,
• Typing documents, letters to clients, hospitals etc
• Dealing with telephone queries

As our ideal candidate you will have:

• Excellent computer literacy
• Fast accurate typing skills
• Highly organised to manage busy diaries for the team
• Confident to deal with clients and professionals by telephone
• Strong interest in providing a first-class service to their clients along with enthusiasm to promote and grow with the firm.

In return our client can offer:

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• A friend office
• Modern case management system
• Ongoing training in a supportive environment for career growth
• Employee benefits of a pension scheme, 28 days holiday, plus birthday and long service.

Our client are seeking an experienced 3rd Line IT Operations Engineer to join them on a permanent basis.

You will be responsible for providing advanced technical support and managing the infrastructure and security requirements for customers; handling a variety of complex issues, ensuring system availability, maintaining security standards across various platforms, and providing detailed reporting on all aspects of the Managed Service.

Location: Hybrid - working between Head Office in Cardiff, home and at client site (primarily London).

What you'll be doing:

• Microsoft Infrastructure: Maintain and support Entra ID, Azure, VMs, and hosted services. Ensure compliance with Cyber Essentials through timely patching and monitoring.
• Endpoint Management: Oversee MDM/Intune, Apple Business Manager, and Manage Engine. Manage Autopilot deployments and enforce security baselines.
• Automation: Develop PowerShell scripts to streamline operations and boost efficiency.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: Ensure smooth backup operations, conduct regular recovery tests, and manage incident response.
• Upgrades & Improvements: Proactively monitor and enhance infrastructure, participate in technical projects, and engage in monthly client meetings.
• Service Desk: Handle tickets, diagnose issues, escalate when needed, and contribute to knowledge base development.

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure and security management.
• Experience with Azure, AWS, Intune, Manage Engine (Endpoint Central, Applications Manager)
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Proficiency in managing virtual machines, network devices, and security systems.
• Ability to handle complex technical issues and provide advanced support.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.

Salary & Benefits:

Salary between 30-35k dependant on experience, plus excellent benefits including:

• Private Healthcare Package through BUPA
• Death in Service (4 x salary)
• Group Income Protection
• 23 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
• First class reward and recognition initiatives
• Discounted gym membership

Estimator to a small, busy and personable team, this position is paying an annual salary of £40,000 - £60,000 per annum. Working hours are Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Duties:

• Prepare and analyse project cost estimates, budgets, and cash flow forecasts
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost benefit analyses for potential projects
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to gather project information
• Evaluate contractor bids and negotiate contracts
• Monitor project progress and provide regular cost reports to stakeholders
• Identify potential cost-saving measures and recommend value engineering options
• Review and approve contractor payment applications
• Conduct site visits to assess progress and verify work completed

Benefits:

• £40,000 - £60,000 per annum
• 21 days holiday
• Company pension

Experience required:

• Groundwork and Civils
• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field
• Proven experience as an Estimator in the construction industry
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations
• Proficient in cost estimation software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong communication and negotiation skills

Please bear in mind that you may not hear from us straight away. Due to the high level of applications, we receive every day, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. If you would like to be considered for similar and future positions, or for a complete listing of all our current vacancies, please visit our website.

Our fantastic tech client on the outskirts of Cardiff are looking to recruit a Repair Manager to join them on a permanent basis.

We are seeking an experienced manager, ideally from a Technology Repair background, to lead a growing and diverse team and oversee the daily operations of the repair centre, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery to customers.

What you'll be doing:

• Team Management - Lead, motivate and manage a team of technical repair engineers and technicians in the repair centre, providing training, support and development.
• Operations Management - Oversee the repair process from tech intake to completion and deployment; ensuring timely and accurate repairs, implementing and monitoring workflows to optimise efficiency.
• Customer Service - Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by addressing enquiries, resolving complaints and maintaining strong internal and external relationships.
• Inventory Management - Monitor and manage inventory levels, including ordering parts, and supplies, and ensuring accurate record keeping and inventory control.
• Quality Control - Implement and maintain quality control procedures to ensure repairs meet all standards, conducting regular quality audits and inspections.
• Safety Compliance - Ensure the repair centre complies with all safety regs and standards; conducting regular safety training with the team.
• Reporting - Prepare and present regular reports on repair centre performance to highlight key metrics for the SLT.

What we're looking for:

• Proven managerial experience within a repair centre, workshop or IT engineering setting.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to problem solve.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of repair centre processes and inventory management.
• Strong familiarity of QSHE principles and standards.
• Experience with inventory management software.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary will be 40k plus excellent benefits.
• Hours: Monday to Friday; 9am-5:30pm (37.5 hours) - some overtime will be required.
• Company Pension scheme.
• Private Healthcare
• 23 days holiday plus bank.
• Free on-site parking.
• Life cover (4 x basic salary).
• Group income protection.
• Friendly, outgoing, and supportive team.
• Excellent reward & recognition scheme.
• Discounted gym membership.

Trainee Plant Manager required to join an established, busy and personable team, in what will be a challenging but rewarding role. Salary per annum is based on NMW to begin, as no specific experience is required. Hours of work will be Monday - Friday, 6.30am - 4.30pm. Salary is between £17,667 - £28,571.14.

Duties:

• Provide support to the Vehicle & Plant Manager
• Assist in supporting the Manager to oversee operational activities of the plant
• Sign off and assist with collection and deliveries
• Build effective working relationships with all stakeholders
• Maintain administration records
• Maintain inventory levels

Benefits:

• £17,667 - £28,571.14 per annum
• Pension
• Car parking

Experience required:

• A car driver is required due to the site location
• Physical work involved, need to be able to assist with some heavy lifting
• Any hire, construction, site based, plant experience is beneficial
• Ability to organise a busy and varied workload, remain calm under pressure, and proactive in approach to tasks
• Good communication skills
• PC literate with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook skills

Please bear in mind that you may not hear from us straight away. Due to the high level of applications, we receive every day, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. If you would like to be considered for similar and future positions, or for a complete listing of all our current vacancies, please visit our website.

Experienced Automotive Service Advisor required to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 6pm, and Saturdays, 8am - 2pm on a 1 in 3 rotation. Salary per hour is £25,000 - £27,000 depending on experience, plus achievable bonus plan. Fantastic additional perks available - such as pension, life assurance, employee car purchase scheme.

Daily duties:

• Arrange vehicle services via telephone and face to face communication
• Understand customer's requirements, addressing any specific concerns
• Manage and follow up all work in progress on customer vehicles; liaise regularly with the customer and Workshop Controller (and Technicians as required) to meet pre-arranged time frames
• Contact customers to advise of further services or costs that arise during the service
• Arrange alternative transport for the customer

Benefits:

• Salary per annum is £25,000 - £28,000
• Achievable bonus plan
• Pension
• Life assurance
• Employee car purchase
• Repair discount scheme

The ideal applicant will have their own transport given the site location.

The ideal applicant will have a passion for customer service, excellent face to face and telephone communication skills. Computer literacy is essential, as is the ability to learn new systems quickly.

Please bear in mind that you may not hear from us straight away. Due to the high level of applications, we receive every day, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. If you would like to be considered for similar and future positions, or for a complete listing of all our current vacancies, please visit our web.

Fully on site - working 3 days, Tues & Wed and 1 day is flexible

This is a wonderful opportunity work with the Head of HR of a global company and support the 100 staff in the UK. This is a 12 month + contract. Our client is seeking an experienced HR manager to assist with streamlining policies, processes and their benefits. You will work closely a HR advisor and support their personal development too. Our client needs a professional HR Manager with exceptional stakeholder skills. Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and ER skills are also essential.

Your role as HR Manager:

• Oversee the HR team in daily operations
• Plan and implement strategic HR initiatives
• Develop and oversee HR policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations
• Oversee recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes
• Handle employee relations and resolve conflicts
• Conduct performance and talent management
• Oversee training and development programs
• Assist in the personal development of the HR Advisor

The successful HR Manager should have:

• Proven experience as a HR Manager
• Excellent knowledge of employment legislation and regulations
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Good understanding of HR functions and best practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in HR software
• Experience in European HR would be useful

We are recruiting for two Design Engineers due to expansion. These are to provide technical capability for the design and development of new and existing devices, from concept to production.

Duties

• Product Design and development of devices from concept to market release
• Technical documentation.
• Lead's project's actions in UK and Manufacturer
• Verification and validation of components and assemblies.
• Records all formal and relevant informal engineering information in the system
• Modification/amendment of new/existing drawings in accordance with design standards

Skills

• Degree in Product Design or Engineering Discipline.
• Experience in a product Design Related Role or Manufacturing Environment
• Solid Edge / Solid Works
• Plastics and Injection Mould Design
• Problem solving techniques (i.e. DFMEA / Risk Analysis)
• Experience in compilation of usability engineering file
• Compilation of a Technical File
• Experience of working with a Product Life-Cycle Management System and/ or working with an ERP System is highly desirable.
• Project Management
• Electronics Experience

Benefits

• 5 hours per week (Mon-Thurs 8.30am-5.00pm, Fri 8.30am-3.30pm)
• Balanced Working (4 days per month WFH)
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Pension - salary sacrifice (3% ER / 5% EE)
• Annual company performance bonus
• Annual pay review
• Benefits - Health cash plan, income protection (50% salary), life assurance (2 x salary), holiday trading, monthly benefit fund to use or put in pension pot

REMOTE WORKING, with 2 days a week in the Reading office and attendance to monthly meetings in the office. You will need to live in an easy commutable distance from Reading.

Our Reading based client is currently recruiting for a pensions Administrator to join their team.

The role will focus solely on the administration of our Pension Scams Identification service in an exciting period of growth.

This role may suit a recent graduate who is seeking some admin experience, or a candidate with good admin skills and an eye for detail.

The Role

• Onboarding of new members for Pension Scams service
• Arrange appointments with members by telephone and email
• Conduct telephone interviews with members to identify those at risk of a Pension Scam.
• Produce reports for client teams, Trustees and Compliance review where needed
• Dealing confidently with members by phone, email or letter
• Updating/Maintaining records on the database
• Ensuring that member cases are dealt with in accordance with strict deadlines
• Process cases in line with agreed Scam Protection Team processes
• Implementation of new clients

The Person

• Experience in admin is preferred
• Inquisitive with strong interpretation skills
• Ideally, be educated to A-level standard
• Be able to demonstrate ownership, responsibility and accountability for self
• Good telephone manner
• Be organised, methodical and logical in approach to tasks
• Be able to develop and implement own processes to manage high volumes of work
• Have good leadership skills, the ability to manage own workload as well as assisting the team
• Be proactive, having drive and commitment
• Be able to work on own initiative
• Be able to communicate effectively
• Have the ability to work in a team towards company objectives > Have experience of working with MS Office products, such as Outlook, Excel, Word

Our client offeres excellent benefits, career progression and these additional benefits:

• Participation in Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• 25 days holiday
• Pension Plan
• Study support
• Flexible Benefits Scheme to support you in and out of work, helping you look after you and your family covering Security & Protection, Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle
• Life Assurance cover
• Discounts and savings from retailers and services providers as well as offers available via phone)
• Interest free season ticket loan