Open Positions (26)
Taunton
Permanent Are you an experienced facilities, operations or business support professional looking for your next leadership opportunity?
Facilities Team Leader
Taunton | Full-time | Office Based
Element Recruitment are supporting a professional services company in Taunton, who are seeking a proactive Facilities Team Leader to join a busy and growing organisation, overseeing a specialist business support operation while leading a small team and driving continuous improvement.
This is a hands-on role that combines people leadership, operational oversight, process improvement, compliance and service delivery. Working closely with senior facilities and operations colleagues, you'll play a key role in ensuring critical business processes are delivered efficiently, securely and to the highest standards.
What you'll be doing
Leading and supporting a small facilities support team, ensuring workloads are managed effectively and service standards are consistently met.
Acting as the escalation point for operational queries, resolving issues promptly and maintaining a positive user experience.
Supporting and overseeing the day-to-day delivery of a specialist document and mail processing function.
Reviewing existing processes and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, quality and service delivery.
Monitoring operational performance, analysing management information and using data to drive improvements.
Producing reports and performance metrics for senior stakeholders.
Ensuring procedures, service standards and compliance requirements are consistently followed.
Supporting audits and maintaining high standards around information security, confidentiality and data protection.
Coordinating training, onboarding and ongoing development for team members.
Supporting recruitment, inductions, absence management and employee development activities.
Assisting with the implementation of new processes and helping embed positive change across the team.
What we're looking for
Essential:
Previous experience in a supervisory or team leader position within facilities, operations, administration, business support or service delivery.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Experience analysing data, producing reports and identifying trends.
A proactive, solutions-focused approach to problem solving.
Experience supporting or implementing operational improvements.
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
Strong Microsoft Office skills.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Understanding of confidentiality, information security and data protection requirements.
Desirable:
Experience within document management, digital records, mail processing or similar operational environments.
Experience working within a professional services, regulated or corporate environment.
What you'll get
Opportunity to lead and develop a small team.
Varied role combining operations, facilities and people management responsibilities.
Supportive and collaborative working environment.
Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Great benefits package.
Sound like you? Apply now!
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
Permanent Management Accountant | Tewkesbury (Hybrid) | £35,000 - £40,000 + Study (if applicable)
About the Role
Are you a personable, ambitious accountant looking to progress your career in a supportive, cross-disciplinary team? We are looking for a Management Accountant to join a close-knit and highly collaborative finance function in Tewkesbury.
Working closely with the Financial Controller and Assistant Financial Controller, you will play a central role in delivering accurate management reporting, driving process improvements, and partnering directly with operational business leads. This role is ideal for an active studier (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) or newly qualified accountant who thrives in a team-oriented environment and enjoys working across different departments.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with the end-to-end production of monthly management accounts within agreed timescales, investigating key budget and forecast variances.
Perform balance sheet reconciliations (Cash, Fixed Assets, AP, Intercompany, Accruals/Prepayments) and manage income booking from policy admin systems.
Prepare statutory reporting and VAT returns
Meet regularly with project managers and business leads for project tracking, weekly flash forecasting, and annual budgeting support.
Review work produced by Accounts Assistants
Identify opportunities to enhance finance systems, reporting, and process efficiency while assisting with ad-hoc projects.
Your Profile:
Qualifications: Part-Qualified, Finalist, or Newly Qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent). Study Support provided.
Interpersonal Skills: Warm, personable, and collaborative - able to build strong relationships across non-finance teams and senior leadership.
Technical Mindset: Strong attention to detail with proven experience in balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, and management accounts prep.
To discuss further, call Tora on 07452 822610 or click “APPLY!” Bristol
Permanent Group Financial Controller | Bristol | £95,000 - £130,000 + Benefits
We are seeking an exceptionally sharp, strategic, and leadership-focused Group Financial Controller to join a fast-growing and acquisitive business in East Bristol.
This is a high-impact opportunity for an ambitious finance leader ready to shape strategy at pace in a genuine scale-up environment. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team of 15 across management accounts, technical compliance, and global payroll, driving financial governance, complex global consolidations, and the integration of newly acquired entities. It's a role built for someone who thrives on building high-performing teams, challenging the status quo, and delivering commercially meaningful insight to board-level stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Development: Direct, mentor, and empower a 15-person finance team across management accounting, technical finance, and payroll. Foster a collaborative, performance-driven culture with high-quality standards.
Group Consolidations & Financial Reporting: Own the end-to-end month-end close and statutory reporting process for all UK and overseas subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with relevant IFRS/UK GAAP frameworks. Act as the primary point of contact for external group auditors.
M&A Integration & Due Diligence: Act as a key finance lead during acquisitions, driving financial integration, post-merger harmonization of accounting policies, and onboarding acquired finance functions.
Critical Thinking & Commercial Insight: Interrogate data across international operating units to provide variance analysis, identifying cash flow drivers, emerging risks, and margin optimization opportunities.
Control Framework & Risk: Continuously review, design, and enforce robust internal control frameworks across international entities to mitigate operational and reporting risk.
Your Profile
Qualifications: Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with substantial post qualified experience
Leadership Track Record: Proven experience managing and scaling cross-functional finance teams (~10 direct/indirect reports) with a strong reputation as an empathetic, high-energy leader.
International & SME Experience: Exposure to medium-sized, multi-currency global businesses, with hands-on experience across local accounting standards, audit, and group consolidations.
Acquisitive Mindset: Direct experience navigating mergers and acquisitions (M&A) or fast-scaling business models.
Analytical Capability: Exceptional critical thinking and questioning skills; comfortable challenging senior stakeholders and translating complex data into clear corporate narratives.
Bristol
Permanent Element Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing Financial Planning firm based on the outskirts of Bristol to recruit a Financial Services Administrator.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Services Administrator looking to join a professional, supportive, and client-focused business. Working closely with Financial Advisers and Paraplanners, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional client service while supporting the continued growth of the firm.
The Role
As a Financial Services Administrator, you will provide comprehensive administrative support to Financial Advisers and the wider team. You'll be responsible for managing client communications, processing new business, and ensuring all client records and documentation are maintained to the highest standard.
This is a varied and fast-paced position that would suit an organised individual who enjoys working in a professional environment and takes pride in delivering outstanding service.
Key Responsibilities
Acting as a first point of contact for clients via telephone and email
Maintaining accurate client records and updating internal systems
Preparing documentation in advance of client meetings and annual reviews
Supporting the processing of new business and ongoing client servicing
Liaising with providers to obtain information on behalf of clients and advisers
Managing workflows, tasks, and shared team inboxes
Providing administrative support to Financial Advisers and Paraplanners
Processing letters of authority and provider correspondence
Ensuring all work is completed accurately and in line with regulatory requirements
Delivering a high-quality client experience throughout the client journey
About You
We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual with a passion for delivering excellent client outcomes.
The successful candidate will have:
Previous experience within a Financial Planning, Wealth Management, or Independent Financial Advice environment
A good understanding of financial products and financial planning processes
Excellent organisational and administrative skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
Experience using Microsoft Office and financial services CRM systems
The ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
A professional, positive, and client-focused approach
What's on Offer?
Salary of £28,000 - £32,000 depending on experience
Support towards professional financial planning qualifications
Office-based role on the outskirts of Bristol with free parking
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Friendly and supportive working environment
Opportunity to join a growing and highly regarded Financial Planning firm
If you're looking to join a successful Financial Planning business where you can develop your career and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Element Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
Hereford
Permanent Management Accountant | £45,000 - £50,000 | Hereford
We are partnering with a highly structured, quality-driven business seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join their established finance team.
Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this role offers a great balance of core technical reporting, process governance, and commercial exposure. It is an ideal step for an organised accountant looking to own key financial outputs, mentor junior staff, and gain hands-on experience in bid reviews, financial controls, and cross-border stakeholder management.
Key Responsibilities
Own the routine monthly accounting cycle, complete balance sheet reconciliations, and lead cash forecasting (including variance analysis).
Provide initial approval on supplier payments, scrutinise employee expenses, oversee payroll reconciliations, and support internal/external audit activities.
Act as a technical escalation point and support the development of the Trainee Accountant and Accounts Assistant.
Assist the Financial Controller with commercial bid/deal reviews, budgeting, forecasting, and ad-hoc finance projects.
Work closely with cross-functional internal teams, external auditors, suppliers, and an international finance review team.
Your Profile
Experienced Management Accountant (Qualified, Finalist, or QBE) with strong technical and balance sheet reconciliation skills.
Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable working within a structured, compliant environment with controlled documentation.
Strong working knowledge of MS Excel
Experience coaching / mentoring is highly desirable
Cheltenham
Permanent
26500-30000k might go higher for a great candidate
5 days fully office based
08:30-17:00 with half hour lunch
Not free parking as its central Cheltenham
4 agencies working on it
Not interested in Grads fresh from uni
Doesn't have to have conveyancing experience, but is ideal, family law experience could work well
2 stage interview- 1 teams with Victoria and then a face to face with Claire Spencer who is the legal exec
CVs sent to Victoria
Bristol, North Somerset
Permanent Element Recruitment are working with a well-established financial services business who are looking to add a SIPP Administrator to their team. This is a great opportunity for someone with pensions or SIPP administration experience who is looking to join a friendly and supportive team within a growing business, with the flexibility to work from home 4 days a week and just 1 day in the office.
The role will involve managing the day-to-day administration of SIPP accounts, making sure transactions are processed accurately and efficiently and providing a high level of service to clients, financial advisers and IFA firms.
What will you be doing?
Managing the administration of SIPP and pension accounts from start to finish
Processing contributions, withdrawals, transfers and other pension transactions
Liaising with financial advisers, IFA firms, clients and third-party providers
Checking and validating information to ensure everything is accurate and compliant
Dealing with queries and resolving any issues in a timely manner
Completing reconciliations and maintaining accurate records
Ensuring all administration is completed in line with FCA regulations and internal procedures
Keeping clients and advisers updated throughout the process
Supporting the wider team with general pension administration and operational tasks
What are we looking for?
Ideally, you will have previous experience within pensions, SIPP administration or financial services administration. You’ll be organised, detail-focused and comfortable managing a busy workload while working to deadlines.
You’ll also need to be confident communicating with advisers, clients and other stakeholders and have a good understanding of the importance of accuracy and compliance within financial services.
This role is paying £27,000 - £30,000 and offers hybrid working.
Bath
Permanent Finance Data, Analytics & Systems Specialist | Bath | £50,000 - £55,000
We are partnering with a dynamic, forward-thinking business to recruit a Finance Data, Analytics & Systems Specialist. Sitting at the intersection of Finance, Data, and Technology, this high-impact role is designed for a data-savvy finance professional who excels at translating complex financial requirements into scalable data and reporting solutions.
In this role, you will act as the key business partner between Finance and central Data/Tech teams. You will own the optimisation of BI dashboards, lead the technical management and enhancement of FP&A systems, and drive the adoption of automation and AI across the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
Finance Data & Business Intelligence: Act as the primary bridge between Finance and Data teams; build, maintain, and optimize BI dashboards and datasets to enable data-driven decision-making across the business.
Commercial Insights & Payments: Work closely with the payment processing commercial team to develop key performance dashboards, regularly communicating insights, drivers, and trends to senior stakeholders.
FP&A Systems Ownership: Own the ongoing development, infrastructure, and dimension modelling within the core FP&A platform; manage enhancement tickets and support the FP&A team with budgeting, forecasting, and routine reporting.
Data Governance & Quality: Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and transparent documentation across all financial datasets and reporting tools.
Automation & AI Adoption: Proactively identify manual finance workflows to streamline through automated data solutions; champion the practical and responsible adoption of AI technology across the finance function.
Your Profile:
Essential:
Strong foundational understanding of core finance processes, FP&A, and business performance metrics.
Hands-on experience building BI reporting solutions and writing SQL queries to work with data platforms.
Proven track record acting as a translator between Finance business units and technical Data/IT teams.
Solid understanding of data models, reporting infrastructure, and data flows.
Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical business partners.
Analytical, structured mindset focused on process optimisation and problem-solving.
Desirable:
Direct experience with modern FP&A platforms (such as Anaplan, Workday Adaptive, Vena, or similar), including model structure, dimensions, and data integrations.
Prior exposure to payment processing metrics, commercial data, or ERP datasets.
Keen interest or practical experience in leveraging AI and automation tools to enhance business operations.
To discuss further, contact Tora on 07452 822 6 or click "APPLY!" Avonmouth
Permanent Element Recruitment are partnering with a leading Engineering business based in Avonmouth on their search for a motivated Customer Service Administrator to join their growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in retail or customer service who is looking to take the next step into an office environment. Full training will be provided, and we welcome applications from candidates eager to develop their administrative and professional skills.
Key Responsibilities
Responding to customer enquiries via phone and email in a professional and timely manner
Providing excellent customer service and resolving queries or escalating where necessary
Processing orders, requests, or customer information accurately
Updating customer records and maintaining internal systems
Supporting the team with general administrative tasks such as data entry and filing
Liaising with colleagues to ensure a smooth customer journey
Skills and Experience
Previous experience in a customer-facing role (retail, hospitality, call centre, or similar)
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Good attention to detail and willingness to learn new systems
Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office or similar software
Positive attitude with a strong work ethic
Ability to work well as part of a team in an office environment
This role is paying £25,000 per annum and is an office based role. Permanent Financial Controller | East Bristol (Hybrid) | SME
The Role
We are currently partnering exclusively with an SME engineering firm in Bristol to find a “hands on” Financial Controller. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be leading a small team of 2 x Finance Assistants and overseeing the finance function. This is a tight-knit and collaborative business, where we are looking for someone to maintain robust financial controls, drive strategic insights and own the core ERP system. Whether you’re an ambitious qualified accountant ready to make your mark, or an experienced Finance professional looking to join a well-rounded SME environment, this role offers full autonomy and clear leadership visibility.
Key Responsibilities
Produce accurate monthly management accounts, lead month-end close to tight deadlines, maintain balance sheet reconciliations, and oversee payroll.
Build rolling cash flow forecasts, monitor working capital, review debtor/creditor performance, and authorize payment runs.
Drive the annual budgeting process and deliver monthly forecasts and management information to guide executive decisions.
Act as the internal lead for the ERP system, taking full ownership of finance processes, enhancing reporting, and driving continuous process improvements.
Oversee VAT returns, support statutory accounts and corporate tax, and ensure GDPR compliance across financial operations.
Mentor, support, and manage a team of two (Finance Assistant and Accounts Assistant), allocating workload and conducting regular performance reviews.
Your Profile:
Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or equivalent).
Proven track record within an SME environment. (Manufacturing or Engineering preferred).
Technical & Systems Expertise: Advanced Excel skills and hands-on experience using and optimising modern ERP systems (Or willing to learn).
Leadership & Culture: Exceptional people skills with a genuine passion for mentoring junior team members and collaborating cross-functionally.
To discuss further, call Tora on 07452 822 610 or click "APPLY"
Bath
Permanent This is an exciting role to join a global business who are recognised for being an employer of choice at the start of an exciting growth project.
Working closely with the Head of Financial Services and Global Process Owners, this role is going to be a hands on delivery role working with teams in the UK and globally.
This role will include;
Intercompany and timesheet reconciliation
Month end reporting
FX reporting and re-valuations
Balance Sheet reconciliations
General Accounting – accruals & prepayments
Fixed Asset register maintenance / reporting.
They’re ideally looking for someone who is AAT Qualified, who understands both accounting operations and basic accounting principles. Part qualified candidates can be considered, with progression available as the business and the team grows.
This is a key hire which is right at the beginning of an exciting international project, of which this role will be a key conduit between the UK & Global teams, which are looking to double in size over the next 12-18 months.
Hybrid working is offered at 2 days per week at their office in Bath with a a salary of up to £40,000 plus wider benefits package, including the opportunity to undertake specific 'AI for finance' training, included in the benefits package.
For more information, click apply now to get in touch with one of the team at Element Recruitment
Bristol
Fixed Term Contract Interim Head of Commercial Finance | Bristol (1day/ week in office) | 6 months | £60k - £80k
The Opportunity
We are partnering with an ambitious, rapidly growing international organisation based in Central Bristol to recruit a Head of Commercial Finance on an initial 6-month contract, with strong potential for permanent conversion.
The organisation is entering a pivotal phase of growth and operational evolution. This role is designed for a change-orientated finance leader who can drive continuous improvement, optimise financial systems, and lay the strategic groundwork for future international expansion. Reporting directly to the Finance Director and leading a team of 3 Finance Business Partners, you will sit at the commercial heart of the business—turning data into actionable insight and embedding robust planning frameworks across global operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Own the multi-year financial planning, annual budgeting, and global consolidation processes, developing scalable rollout models, scenario analyses, and cost-recovery frameworks to optimise financial performance.
Overhaul global management reporting and KPI dashboards, translating complex metrics around value for money and indirect cost recovery into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership, trustees, and donor stakeholders.
Drive continuous improvement across systems and data tools by utilising NetSuite, streamlining planning and analysis workflows, and integrating financial software with CRM platforms.
Lead, mentor, and empower a team of 3 Finance Business Partners while building financial capability and promoting accountability across budget holders organisation wide.
Your Profile:
Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with proven experience in senior commercial finance, FP&A, or Head of Finance positions within fast-paced, dynamic environments.
Hands-on experience optimising modern ERP systems and financial modelling architecture (NetSuite experience is highly desirable).
An assertive, innovative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement, process automation, and building scalable finance infrastructure.
Exceptional communication skills with a track record of cultivating trusted relationships across C-suite, non-finance budget holders, and global teams.
Wickwar
Temporary Do you have experience working in Accounts Payable? Used Business Central (ESSENTIAL)?
Yate, Bristol (Office-Based)
£15.00 - £18.00 per hour
Temporary for 1-2 months to help clear a backlog
Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for your next temporary opportunity?
Our client, a busy and growing organisation based in Yate, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join their finance team on an urgent temporary basis. This is a fully office-based role and offers an excellent hourly rate for the right candidate.
Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is absolutely essential. Unfortunately, applications without Business Central experience cannot be considered.
The Role
As Accounts Payable Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting the finance function, ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately and payments are made on time.
Key responsibilities include:
Processing high volumes of supplier invoices
Matching, batching and coding invoices
Reconciling supplier statements
Investigating and resolving invoice queries
Preparing payment runs
Maintaining accurate financial records
Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Previous Accounts Payable experience
Have used Business Central – ESSENTIAL
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent organisational skills
Sound like you? Apply now!
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Permanent Business Support Administrator / Secretary | Cheltenham | Office Based | £30,000 - £32,000
Element Recruitment are working with a well-established professional services firm based in Cheltenham who are looking to add a Business Support Administrator / Secretary to their friendly and professional team.
This is a great opportunity for someone with previous administration, coordination or secretarial experience who enjoys being organised, supporting a busy team and being the go-to person in the office.
The Role
You’ll provide day-to-day administrative and business support across the office, helping to keep things running smoothly. This will include:
Preparing and formatting documents, reports and client correspondence
Managing incoming calls, emails and general enquiries
Coordinating diaries, meetings and appointments
Keeping client information and internal records organised and up to date
Supporting the wider team with general administration and ad-hoc tasks
Welcoming clients and visitors and creating a professional first impression
Managing incoming and outgoing post and general office communications
Assisting senior team members with their day-to-day administrative needs
Handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism
What We’re Looking For
Previous experience in an administration, business support, PA or secretarial role
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
A proactive and reliable approach, with a good eye for detail
If you’re an organised and personable administrator looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
Bristol
Permanent Learning & Development Lead | Bristol | £39,000 - £41,000 FTE | Part-Time (22.5-30 Hours, 3-4 Days)
We're partnering with a well-established, values-driven Not For Profit organisation in Bristol to recruit a Learning & Development Lead. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced L&D professional who enjoys creating engaging learning programmes, developing future leaders, and building a positive learning culture. Working closely with the HR team and senior leadership, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping learning and development initiatives, ensuring compliance, and supporting employees to reach their full potential.
The Role:
Design, implement and evaluate learning and development programmes aligned to organisational objectives.
Identify training needs across the organisation and deliver or source appropriate learning solutions.
Oversee mandatory and compliance-based training, ensuring training records remain up to date and the organisation remains inspection ready.
Manage and report on training compliance, providing regular updates and insights to key stakeholders.
Support the implementation and ongoing management of a Learning Management System.
Develop and deliver leadership and management development programmes.
Facilitate workshops, team development sessions and learning events across the organisation.
Create and maintain online learning resources for both new and existing employees.
Work collaboratively with managers to embed competency frameworks and support personal development planning.
Lead a range of learning and development projects from planning through to implementation.
Support employer branding and engagement initiatives, promoting career development opportunities internally and externally.
Your Profile:
Previous experience within a Learning & Development, Organisational Development or Training role.
Strong experience designing, delivering and evaluating training programmes.
Experience managing compliance or regulated training within a complex organisation.
Excellent stakeholder management skills with the confidence to work alongside senior leaders and managers.
Experience implementing learning systems, frameworks or organisational development initiatives would be advantageous.
Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Passionate about developing people and creating a positive and engaging learning culture.
What's on Offer:
£39,000 - £41,000 FTE
Part-time role, 22.5-30 hours per week (3-4 days)
Hybrid working to be discussed
Competitive annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
Pension scheme
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Opportunity to influence learning strategy and organisational development
Collaborative and values-led culture
To discuss further, please click "APPLY!"
Wales
Permanent Finance Director | £70,000 - £85,000 | South Wales
A unique opportunity to join a fast growing and privately owned services firm in South Wales as Finance Director. The group has gone through significant growth over the past 5 years, with new projects and investment, they’re seeking a Finance Director to assist the owners and management team in the next stage of the business life cycle. You will be an ambitious qualified accountant, with rounded experience and ideally with a background in commercial finance / business partnering.
The Role:
To oversee all corporate financial aspects of the fast-growing group. You will provide support and guidance to the management teams, focusing on the business on operating metrics that drive growth and profit in the short, medium and long term. You will be responsible for a small team and all financial planning, analysis and commercial assessment of opportunities.
Reporting to the MD and member of the Executive Committee
Day to day management of 2 staff
Timely production of management account packs, including full analysis and commentary
FP&A including annual budgets, monthly reforecasts to reflect changing market conditions and weekly outturn projections.
Reporting and analysing key operating metrics across the group, advising on corrective action as required.
Statutory accounting requirements, corporation tax and company secretarial (all of which are outsourced to external accountants).
Compliance returns, payroll HMRC, Banking, Insurance, etc.
Business partnering with owner manager and fellow committee members
Effective cashflow and treasury deposit management
Your Profile:
Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
Commutable distance from Newport (4-5 days in office)
Ideally Financial Services / Insurance experience or from a heavily regulated industry
Very strong communicator with previous business partnering experience
Team leadership experience
Shortlisting by Friday 18th September, so APPLY today!
Bristol
Temporary Experienced in Operations and Facilities? Want to join an innovative tech start up where you can shape the role to be your own?
Element Recruitment are working with an exciting and growing organisation in Bristol who are looking for a Temporary Facilities and Operations Manager to join them during a key period of growth and change.
This is a broad, hands-on role with responsibility for keeping the organisation’s office, laboratory and operational facilities running smoothly. You’ll take ownership of facilities, suppliers, budgets, logistics, health and safety administration and day-to-day site operations.
A key part of the role will also involve supporting an upcoming site relocation, coordinating the facilities and logistics workstream to ensure a smooth transition.
The Role
Managing day-to-day facilities and site operations across office and technical environments
Coordinating contractors, service providers, utilities and specialist suppliers
Supporting and coordinating an upcoming site relocation, including equipment moves, supplier scheduling and operational continuity
Taking a hands-on approach to resolving day-to-day facilities issues and arranging specialist contractors where required
Managing facilities and operational budgets, tracking spend and supporting procurement activity
Maintaining records for site services, utilities, assets and contracted works
Supporting the administration of health and safety and compliance systems, including COSHH, waste management and site documentation
Coordinating audits, inspections, permitting and other compliance requirements
Managing purchasing, quotes, purchase orders, consumables and supplier relationships
Coordinating goods in/out, deliveries, collections, storage and inventory
Maintaining asset, equipment and consumables records
Supporting operational logistics for trials, demonstrations, visits and other key business activities
Providing general hands-on operational support, including trackers, schedules and internal coordination
About You
We’re looking for someone with significant experience within facilities, operations, logistics or a similar environment. You could come from a technical, manufacturing, laboratory, industrial or other operational setting.
You’ll ideally have:
Previous experience in a Facilities Manager, Operations Manager, Site Manager or similar role
Experience managing contractors, suppliers and service providers
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Experience managing budgets and operational spend
Knowledge of health and safety and compliance processes
Experience coordinating logistics, purchasing, assets or inventory
The ability to work independently and take ownership of a broad function
A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to get involved in the day-to-day detail
Confidence working around technical equipment, materials and specialist suppliers
Experience supporting projects, relocations or major operational changes would be highly advantageous
This role would suit someone who enjoys variety and autonomy and is comfortable switching between strategic planning, supplier management and the practical day-to-day tasks needed to keep a busy site running smoothly.
Apply now!
Bristol
Permanent
Needs to have vetting experience due to the locations of their sites, they work on nuclear (Hinkley for example), needs to have experience with BPSS forms.
Construction experience is preferred
£35-40k
Fully office based in Pill
7 people in the Pill office
1 stage interview with Lauryn and Annia Holleron who is the line manager
Lauryn is away next week, so any CVs to send to Annia
Sphere and Options are working on it but have got nowhere after 3 weeks
Please see job spec below:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Administrator to support a range of projects, managing onboarding, security vetting, workforce coordination and administrative processes across multiple projects.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Coordinate candidate onboarding and support through BPSS and security clearance processes across multiple projects.
Liaise with candidates, screening providers, vetting teams, clients and project stakeholders.
Maintain accurate personnel records, vetting documentation, trackers and compliance reports.
Manage workforce mobilisation activities, including vetting applications, VNF submissions, site access requests, security passes, visitor bookings and escorting requirements.
Monitor project requirements, key milestones and workforce status, providing regular progress updates to project teams.
Support project meetings, prepare minutes and undertake general project administration activities.
Produce and maintain project and office reports, including man-hour tracking and workforce data.
Provide general office and facilities administration, including stock management, purchasing requests, inductions and workplace records.
Act as a key point of contact for project personnel, site teams and external stakeholders, managing competing priorities across several projects at any one time.
Requirements:
Previous experience in project, office or administrative support.
Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines and stakeholders simultaneously.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
Experience maintaining trackers, records and compliance documentation.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
Knowledge of BPSS, SC clearance, workforce vetting or site access processes is desirable.
Ability to pass Drugs & Alcohol (D&A) testing and BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) vetting
Eligibility to live and work in the UK
Full UK driving licence
Other:
A well-established and growing construction services organisation is looking to appoint an experienced Project Coordinator to join its busy and collaborative team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous project coordination or project administration experience within the construction, infrastructure, engineering or other project-led environments. Working across multiple live projects, you will play a key role in workforce mobilisation, security vetting and compliance processes, ensuring personnel are ready to meet project requirements and site deadlines.
The Role:
As a Project Coordinator, you will provide comprehensive support to project teams, overseeing onboarding and vetting activities, maintaining compliance records and coordinating workforce deployment across a range of projects.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Coordinating onboarding activities for new personnel across multiple projects
Managing BPSS and security clearance processes to ensure compliance requirements are met
Liaising with candidates, clients, screening providers and internal stakeholders throughout the onboarding journey
Maintaining accurate workforce records, project documentation and compliance trackers
Coordinating workforce mobilisation activities and supporting site access requirements
Monitoring project timelines and workforce readiness, escalating issues where necessary
Preparing reports and management information to support project delivery
Supporting project meetings and maintaining associated documentation
Acting as a key point of contact for workforce and compliance-related queries
Providing administrative support to ensure projects run efficiently and deadlines are achieved
About You:
The successful candidate will have:
Previous experience in a Project Coordinator, Project Administrator, Mobilisation Coordinator or Workforce Coordinator role
Experience working within construction, infrastructure, engineering, defence, nuclear or other project-led sectors
Previous experience managing BPSS, security clearance, workforce vetting or onboarding processes
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships
Experience maintaining compliance records, trackers and project documentation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook
The ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines
Full UK driving licence
Eligibility to work in the UK
A proactive and adaptable approach to work
What's on Offer?
Competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 DOE
Monday to Friday working hours
Friendly and supportive team environment
Opportunity to work on varied and high-profile projects
Ongoing training and professional development
Long-term career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
Stable and secure position within an established business
If you're an experienced Project Coordinator, Project Administrator, Workforce Coordinator, Mobilisation Coordinator, Vetting Coordinator, Compliance Coordinator or Project Support Coordinator, we'd love to hear from you.
North Bristol
Permanent Operations Coordinator| North Bristol | Monday to Friday | 8am–4pm or 9am–5pm | £24,000 - £25,500
Element Recruitment are recruiting for an Operations Coordinator to join a well-established and growing global business in North Bristol. This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity for someone coming from a background in customer service, hospitality or retail, or a graduate looking to start their career in a professional office environment.
You’ll be joining a busy and supportive team where full training will be provided, making this a great opportunity to build valuable experience and develop a long-term career within a global business.
The Role:
Processing bookings and updating internal systems
Monitoring shared inboxes and responding to customer queries
Providing regular updates to customers, suppliers and other stakeholders
Following up on delivery progress and resolving any issues or delays
Managing purchase orders and ensuring information is processed accurately
Liaising with transport and logistics providers
Processing costs and supporting with billing activities
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records
Supporting the team with a variety of day-to-day operational and administrative tasks
About You:
We’re looking for someone who is:
Keen to build a career in an office-based environment
Coming from a customer service, hospitality or retail background, or a recent graduate
Highly organised with great attention to detail
Confident communicating with customers and colleagues
Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a busy environment
Proactive, reliable and eager to learn
Confident using computers and learning new systems
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career and gain valuable experience within a professional operations environment.
Interested? Apply today to find out more!
Bristol
Permanent Lead HR Administrator | 4 days per week | £30,000 FTE | South Bristol
Element Recruitment are currently recruiting for a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation as a Lead HR Administrator.
You’ll play a key role in coordinating the day-to-day HR administration function, supporting the wider HR team and acting as a go-to point of contact for HR administration queries.
Although there are no direct line management responsibilities, you’ll provide guidance and support to the HR administration team, helping to allocate workloads, manage priorities and ensure everything runs smoothly.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for:
Coordinating the day-to-day activities of the HR administration team, ensuring workloads are managed effectively and deadlines are met
Maintaining accurate employee and HR records, including contracts, changes to terms and conditions and absence information
Providing first-line support and guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, processes and general HR queries
Supporting the recruitment administration process, including pre-employment checks and onboarding
Coordinating mandatory and other training, maintaining accurate records and following up outstanding training
Ensuring HR systems and employee records are kept accurate and up to date
Monitoring right-to-work documentation and time-limited visas, ensuring upcoming expiry dates are appropriately managed
Preparing regular HR reports and statistics
Supporting HR projects, audits, system implementations and process improvements
Identifying opportunities to improve HR processes and ways of working
About You
We’re looking for someone with:
Previous experience within an HR Administration role, ideally with some experience coordinating or overseeing the work of others
A good understanding of HR policies, procedures and relevant employment legislation
Experience supporting recruitment administration and onboarding
Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
Experience using HR systems and Microsoft Office
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
Ideally, a Level 3 CIPD qualification or equivalent
Interested? Apply today or get in touch with the Element team for more information. North Bristol
Fixed Term Contract Bristol | 17.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 15-Month Fixed Term Contract | £30,000 FTE, pro rata to £15,000
Element Recruitment are recruiting for a Part-Time Accounts Assistant to join a busy and growing business in North Bristol on a 15-month fixed-term contract.
Working 17.5 hours per week, the hours will be Monday to Friday, 9:00am–12:30pm following training.
This is a great opportunity for someone with previous accounts or finance administration experience who is highly organised and enjoys working in a busy environment.
The Role
Generating, validating and processing customer invoices
Reviewing charges and ensuring billing information is accurate
Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies
Supporting month-end billing and revenue processes
Maintaining accurate billing records and supporting documentation
Managing and resolving billing queries and disputes
Liaising with customers, suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues
Monitoring outstanding queries and ensuring they are resolved promptly
Supporting the wider finance team with general administration
About You
Previous experience within accounts or finance administration
Strong administrative and organisational skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Able to prioritise a busy workload and work to deadlines
Previous experience within logistics would be an advantage but is not essential
If you are looking for a part-time opportunity within a supportive and busy accounts team, please apply today! Yeovil
Permanent Element Recruitment are working with a fantastic professional services business in Yeovil who are looking for a Finance Assistant to join their busy and supportive Finance team.
This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in finance, cashiering or a transactional accounts role who enjoys working in a busy environment where accuracy and attention to detail are key.
The role will involve:
Processing banking transactions, payments and money received
Supporting with conveyancing completions and related financial transactions
Managing client and office account transactions and reconciliations
Maintaining accurate accounting records and balances
Supporting with month-end processes and reporting
Resolving finance queries and working closely with colleagues across the business
Ensuring financial processes and controls are followed correctly
What we’re looking for:
Previous experience within a finance, cashiering or transactional accounts role
Experience within professional services would be beneficial, but isn’t essential
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
A practical and organised approach to work
Someone who is confident asking questions and highlighting anything that doesn’t look right
The ability to work independently whilst also being part of a collaborative team
If you’re looking for a new Finance Assistant get in touch to find out more!
Bath
Temporary Are you immediately available? Do you have administration experience?
Element Recruitment are partnering with a large company in Bath who need a tam of Temporary Administrator due to recent growth. You’ll join on a temporary basis initially on a 3 month basis. The company has a great office in Central Bath and you will be working as part of a lovely team.
Paying £13.00 - £14.50 per hour (DOE)
Full time, office based.
Duties include:
Answering calls and email queries from clients
Updating and maintain client information on the internal systems / CRM
Processing of client review actions
Helping to compile month end figures
Ensuring all data entry is completed accurately and within specified timelines
You will have
Administration or Customer Service experience
Excellent written/verbal communication skills
The ability to multitask and working flexibly within a team
A can-do attitude and want to learn
Sound like you? Click ‘apply now’
Hereford
Permanent Trainee Accountant | £26,000 - £35,000 + Study Support | Hereford
Kickstart your career in finance with a hands-on, supportive team. We are seeking an ambitious, proactive Trainee Accountant to join a growing finance function in Hereford.
This role is designed to give you comprehensive, real-world accounting experience from day one alongside full study support to help you become a fully qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA). You will learn directly from experienced finance leaders, receiving personalised mentoring while taking on increasing responsibility across core finance operations.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with monthly management accounts preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, and posting journals.
Gain hands-on exposure across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and daily bank reconciliations.
Help track spend, investigate budget variances, and support rolling cash flow forecasts.
Receive direct training on core financial systems and ERP software.
Assist with year-end audit preparation and statutory reporting tasks.
Your Profile:
Driven to become a fully qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA). Open to Graduates OR AAT L3/Qualified
Strong attention to detail, good foundational Excel skills, and a solid analytical mindset.
Personable, proactive, and eager to learn in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Permanent Senior Finance Business Partner | Gloucester | £70,000 - £85,000
Are you a qualified accountant who thrives in a commercial environment? This role is working closely to Sales and Business Development, where you will be providing them with strategic advice. This pivotal role acts as the primary commercial finance lead to the sales organisation and senior leadership, driving profitable, sustainable growth through robust deal modelling, pricing governance, and strategic planning.
Key Responsibilities:
Partner directly with Sales and Business Development to deliver financial input, pricing guidance, and commercial modelling for high-value, complex bids and tenders
Design, build, and maintain scalable deal models and cost-to-serve frameworks, incorporating milestone billing, rebates, discounts, and credits
Lead the development of 3-year sales budgets, rolling forecasts, and target-setting models in close collaboration with FP&A and Portfolio teams
Own customer-level profitability analysis to enhance lifetime value, support retention strategies, and optimise pricing frameworks
Design, model, and govern annual sales commission plans to align sales behaviours with business targets, driving process control and automation
Establish strong sales governance frameworks, serving as the senior commercial escalation and approval point for non-standard transactions
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth deal handover and accurate P&L tracking
Your Profile:
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience in commercial finance or commercial business partnering
Advanced financial modelling capabilities with strong analytical, problem-solving, and contract-review skills
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities, comfortable constructively challenging senior leaders
Proven track record in complex deal structuring, bid pricing, and multi-year forecasting, (desirable).
Bath
Permanent Management Accountant | Bath | £50,000 - £60,000 + benefits
We are partnering with a growing, multi-product business based in Bath seeking an analytically minded Management Accountant to join their finance function. This role is ideal for a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with strong numerical and commercial insight, designed to turn operational and financial data into strategic decision-useful intelligence.
The company offer hybrid working and a very modern and progressive culture. This is a great role, where your voice will genuinely be heard, and be able to make an instant impact.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare monthly management accounts and in-depth financial analysis with a strong focus on performance, key movements, emerging risks, and commercial opportunities across a growing product portfolio.
Produce clear board, investor, and senior management reporting, tracking key metrics, recurring revenue performance, and the integration of acquired companies.
Build and maintain a robust financial data book to support everyday commercial decision-making, board governance, and future transaction readiness.
Lead the integration of newly acquired entities, ensuring alignment across the CRM, payroll systems, and core finance processes.
Partner with the Financial Controller to refine the quality, speed, and accuracy of month-end reporting, payroll, data quality, and internal controls.
Support wider commercial projects, providing business-partnering support and coaching junior members of the finance team.
Your Profile:
Qualified Accountant or similar (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
Strong MS Excel skills, good with data
Collaborative team player
