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Blue Arrow is urgently recruiting for A Lead Diagnostics & Electrical Systems Engineer to join our clients growing Automotive Manufacturing team based in the Llanelli area. Contract : Permanent Salary : 45,000pa Hours of work : Full time: Monday - Thursday 08.30-17.00/ Friday 09.00-15.00 Role Purpose: The Lead Diagnostics & Electrical Systems Engineer is responsible for leading the development, release and delivery of automotive diagnostic solutions, retailer diagnostic tooling and vehicle electrical systems engineering activities across premium automotive and electrified vehicle programmes. The role acts as the primary technical interface between customers, suppliers, business development teams and internal engineering functions, ensuring projects are delivered to agreed quality, timing and budget objectives. This is a hands-on technical leadership position combining engineering excellence, customer engagement, commercial support and team mentoring. Key Responsibilities: Lead automotive diagnostic development, validation, release and maintenance activities. Define diagnostic strategies and technical solutions for customer programmes. Lead design, development, production and support of retailer diagnostic tooling. Provide specialist expertise in vehicle electrical and electronic systems. Support EV and HV investigations, testing, validation and issue resolution. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions. Analyse vehicle, warranty and diagnostic data to identify improvement opportunities. Act as primary technical customer contact throughout programme lifecycle. Lead customer workshops, technical reviews and progress meetings. Manage project timing, cost, scope, risks and deliverables. Prepare and present technical reports to customers and senior stakeholders. Support quotation development, statements of work and technical proposals. Identify opportunities for new business and revenue growth. Mentor engineers and technicians and promote engineering best practice. Support resource planning and technical governance. Manage suppliers and external technical partners. Essential Experience: 8-12+ years within automotive engineering Proven automotive diagnostics development experience OEM, retailer or Tier 1 experience Retailer/dealer diagnostic tooling experience Strong vehicle electrical systems knowledge Customer-facing technical leadership. Project delivery from concept through release. Supplier and stakeholder management. Quotation and solution development experience. Essential Technical Knowledge: UDS, ODX, OTX and DoIP. CAN, CAN FD, LIN and Automotive Ethernet. Vehicle electrical and electronic architectures. Diagnostic development and release processes. Electrical fault finding and root cause analysis. Retailer diagnostic tooling and service environments. EV and electrified vehicle systems. Technical reporting and presentation skills. Qualifications: Degree in Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics or related discipline. Full UK Driving License. Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally occasionally. Preferred Experience: High Voltage qualification or authorisation (training can be provided). Premium automotive OEM experience. Hybrid and Battery Electric Vehicle programmes. Vector CANoe, CANalyzer, ETAS INCA or equivalent toolsets. Six Sigma, DMAIC or structured problem-solving methodologies. Practical vehicle testing and validation experience. If you feel you are the right candidate for this role then please submit your CV for immediate response. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Are you a driven sales professional who enjoys building relationships, generating new business and achieving targets? Our client is a successful and growing family-run business supplying retail products and business consumables to some of the UK's biggest fuel and convenience retail brands. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an enthusiastic Internal Sales Executive to join their friendly and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that genuinely values its employees, provides full product training and offers excellent earning potential through an uncapped commission structure. The Role As an Internal Sales Executive, you will be responsible for developing existing customer accounts while identifying and winning new business opportunities. You'll build strong customer relationships, understand client needs and recommend products that add value. This is a proactive sales role where you'll spend time speaking with customers, generating leads, converting enquiries and helping drive business growth. Key Responsibilities - Develop and grow sales within existing customer accounts - Make outbound sales calls to promote products, offers and new ranges - Identify and develop new business opportunities - Generate and convert sales leads - Take customers from initial enquiry through to placing orders - Build long-lasting customer relationships - Upsell and cross-sell products where appropriate - Meet and exceed individual and team sales targets - Maintain accurate customer records and sales activity on the CRM system - Handle customer enquiries and provide excellent customer service - Monitor competitor activity, pricing and market trends - Complete sales administration accurately and efficiently About You To be successful in this role, you will have: - Previous experience in a Sales Executive, Internal Sales or Telesales role - A proven track record of achieving sales targets and KPIs - Confidence making outbound sales calls - Strong communication and relationship-building skills - The ability to identify opportunities and close sales - Good organisational and administration skills - Experience using CRM systems - Good Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word and Excel Personal Qualities - Self-motivated and ambitious - Resilient and target-driven - Positive and enthusiastic approach - Customer-focused mindset - Confident handling objections - Strong commercial awareness What's On Offer? - Competitive basic salary - Uncapped monthly commission - Full product training and ongoing support - Friendly and supportive working environment - Modern office facilities - No weekends or bank holiday working - 20 days holiday plus bank holidays - Company pension - Childcare voucher scheme - Free onsite parking - Regular social events - Just a 3-minute walk from Staplehurst train station If you're looking for a role where your hard work is recognised and rewarded, and you enjoy working in a fast-paced, target-driven sales environment, we'd love to hear from you. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Join our at our Peterborough branch as an Senior Recruitment Consultant to grow and manage a desk that supplies Catering and Hospitality staff to clients in the Cambridge. You can also join as a Recruitment Consultant if you have a passion for sales, business development and building long lasting relationships with clients and candidates. As an Senior Recruitment Consultant you are supported by our advanced technology systems. At Blue Arrow we embrace hybrid working and offer our people the flexibility to work from home for a proportion of their week after onboarding and performing. We are also committed to maximising wellbeing which is why we have a dedicated Out of Hours service that can support our Operational teams when it's time to relax. Some of your day-to-day responsibilities will include: - Identifying client leads and making business to business outbound sales calls - Developing existing, new and lapsed business and client relationships - Sales activities, outbound business development calls and working to targets - Travelling to visit clients for service and sales meetings so ideally you will need to drive and have access to your own car - Sourcing and recruiting staff for temporary bookings and permanent vacancies - Negotiating, offering solutions and overcoming objections - Service management - compliance, payroll, administration, updating internal systems Blue Arrow is a leading global Talent Acquisition and Managed Workforce Solutions provider. Blue Arrow specialises in staffing for Admin & Secretarial including Call Centre, Transport & Logistics, Hospitality & Catering, Manufacturing & Production and Public Sector. Some of the Benefits, Training and Development we offer: - Salary basic up to 30,000 basic + uncapped bonus - Hybrid working from the office and home. Monday and Friday at home. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in the Office. - 9am - 5.30pm or 8am - 4.30pm - Performance based quarterly salary reviews as a Recruitment Consultant and a clear career path. - 25 days holiday (plus public holidays) increasing by length of service until it reaches 30 days - Focused wellbeing programme, including access to a network of mental health first aiders and a full subscription to the Calm mindfulness app - Your Birthday off and you can buy extra holidays - Fully paid day off for charity work of your choice - Wide range of flexible and lifestyle benefits - Long service and recognition awards - Ongoing training and development Proud to be an inclusive and equitable employer: We are committed to being a Disability Confident Employer. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from candidates with a disability and commit to interview these candidates if their application meets the minimum criteria for the role - just tell us when applying. We are also a forces-friendly employer and extend the same interview guarantee to any current reservists, ex-armed forces personnel or forces spouses/partners applying. To ensure you have the best experience with us, please let us know if we can make any adjustments to our application or interview process and feel free to note in your application which pronouns you use. We consider ourselves to be an equitable employer which celebrates diversity and encourages inclusion. Our ongoing commitments to Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion means we recognise candidates may want to anonymise their cv during the application process, if you wish to do this, you are welcome to do so. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

ACA/ACCA Accounts Manager/Director. Axminster. 50,000- 65,000 DOE. Accountancy Practice Experience Mandatory. My client is an Accountancy Practice and Real Living Wage Employer, with over 290 team members based across Devon and Somerset. We're looking for an experienced and ambitious Accounts Manager to join our Axminster office on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a varied portfolio of clients, support and develop junior team members, and play a key role in the continued growth and success of the office. This role would suit someone already operating successfully at Manager level, who is looking for a long-term opportunity with genuine, rapid progression potential towards Director and ultimately Partnership. It's a chance to build a rewarding and successful career within a respected local firm, with strong community relationships and a people-focused culture. My client believes our people are our greatest strength. When you join us, you'll become part of a supportive and collaborative firm where your contribution and career development are genuinely valued. You'll benefit from: - The opportunity to work with a diverse and interesting client portfolio. - Genuine long-term progression opportunities towards senior leadership. - A friendly and supportive office environment with strong local relationships. - The chance to mentor and develop junior team members. - A genuine focus on wellbeing and work/life balance. - The opportunity to be part of a growing and ambitious firm with a strong reputation across the Southwest. Main Duties: This is a varied and client-focused role where you will combine technical expertise, relationship management, and team leadership responsibilities. Your duties will include: - Managing and developing a portfolio of interesting clients including audit and charity / not-for-profit clients, acting as a trusted point of contact and building strong long-term relationships. - Leading, mentoring, and supporting junior team members, including workflow management and day-to-day development. - Reviewing and preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders. - Preparing and reviewing personal and corporate tax computations and returns. - Overseeing VAT return preparation and ensuring compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements. - Supporting clients with business setup and advisory matters, including company incorporations and HMRC registrations. - Providing proactive business and tax advice to help clients improve profitability and achieve their goals. - Being a trusted adviser in a varied and interesting local community. - Ensuring work is completed in line with internal procedures, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements. - Assisting Directors and Partners with technical assignments and specialist projects. - Identifying opportunities to provide additional services and support to clients. This list summarises the main duties of the role but is not exhaustive - you may be asked to support with additional projects and responsibilities as required. Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications: We're looking for someone who is technically strong, commercially aware, and passionate about building trusted client relationships. You will need: - Experience working within an accountancy practice at Manager level and a desire to progress. - Strong experience preparing and reviewing accounts and tax returns for limited companies and unincorporated businesses. - ACA or ACCA qualification. - Audit and charity / not-for-profit This does not need to be your forte but a basic ability will be required to give scope for development. - Strong leadership skills with the ability to support, mentor, and develop team members. - Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. - A proactive and positive approach, with strong attention to detail. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally. - A friendly, approachable, and client-focused manner. - A professional and team-oriented attitude with a commitment to delivering excellent client service. Terms / Benefits - 36.25 hours / 5 days per week. - 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. - Annual salary review. - Opportunity to carry over 1 week's holiday into the following holiday year. - Death in service 3 x annual salary. - Access to Westfield Rewards and Health scheme. - 24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline. - Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving and Private Medical Insurance. - Introducing clients and team member commission schemes. - Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6%) after 4 years' service. - Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after one years' service. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Blue Arrow Derby is proud to be working in partnership with an excellent manufacturing company, and they are looking to recruit a Logistics & Transport Management Analyst candidate to join their team on a full-time permanent basis based at their Denby site. Hours: 40 hours per week - office based What duties are involved in the Logistics & Transport Management Analyst role? Contribute to the implementation, optimisation, and continuous improvement of transport management systems by acting as a key user and trusted partner for operational teams. Supporting transport and warehousing activities, you help ensure reliable daily operations and maintain high service standards across the logistics network. Your responsibilities include developing and maintaining KPI dashboards, reports, and performance templates using Excel and Power BI, enabling transparency and data-driven decisions. After analysing operational data, you prepare business cases, cost analyses, and improvement initiatives that support both operational excellence and strategic development. Close collaboration with management, you create presentations, performance reports, and insights that guide decision-making and highlight opportunities for optimisation. Together with internal stakeholders and external logistics partners, you ensure smooth execution of processes and contribute to logistics-related projects and transformation initiatives. What will you bring to the Logistics & Transport Management Analyst role? You hold a degree or comparable qualification in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field. Experience: You have gained practical experience in transport and logistics. You bring strong analytical capabilities, advanced Excel skills (including Power Query and Pivot Tables), and solid experience with Power BI for reporting and data modelling. Experience in system implementation, key user roles, or involvement in logistics improvement projects would further enhance your contribution. You approach complex challenges with structure, curiosity, and a solution-oriented mindset, while communicating insights clearly and confidently. You work independently with a high level of responsibility and engage positively with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals. Why should you apply for the Logistics & Transport Management Analyst role? Generous Pension Scheme - company pay 7% plus will match additional contributions up a further 6.5%. Death in Service Benefit Cycle to work Scheme. Extensive training for all employees. On-site parking Joining a family feel friendly organisation. Subsidised private healthcare. Flu vaccinations Eye tests Electric charging stations for cars Subsidised restaurant Company discounts Summer festivals and Christmas parties 33 days of holidays Uniform (where applicable) Paid performance bonus (role dependant where applicable Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Blue Arrow is urgently recruiting for a Software Engineer to join our clients growing Automotive Manufacturing team based in the Llanelli area. Contract : Permanent Salary : Up to 40,000p.a Hours of work : 37 hours per week: Mon-Thurs 8:30-17:00 & Fridays 9:00-15:00 Travel expected: Cannock in West Midlands and Germany (infrequently) Job Summary: Our client is seeking an experienced automotive Software Engineers to join their existing team. The post involves designing and developing software in the fields of diagnostics, electric vehicles, and industrial installations to support our position as one of the leading companies in the battery remanufacturing, test, and recycling sectors. This position entails periodic travel to Cannock in the West Midlands, and Germany. Accordingly, possession of a full, clean driving license is a mandatory requirement for the role. Key Responsibilities: Creating and documenting requirements Carrying out updates on existing codebase Creating new software products Creating test plans, implementing and documenting results Support colleagues with advice and sharing of knowledge Some travel to other UK sites, USA, Europe and China may also be required Versioning & storing source code in accordance with company management systems (GIT) Essential Knowledge and Experience: Knowledge of a .net language (C#, VB.net) - Able to independently build windows forms/WPF applications Knowledge of communication protocols such as Modbus, SPI, SCPI, CAN, and other automotive/Industrial protocols Electronics/Electrical knowledge supporting EV testing Working with version control systems Perform unit tests and debug own code Educated to Degree Level (Electronics, Computer Science, Maths with Computing) A full UK Driving License (clean record)- essential Desirable Attributes: Experience of the following would be advantageous: Trained to test hazardous voltage Additional programming languages Passion for continuous improvement and lean methodologies Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operationally focused environment Personal Attributes: Excellent communication skills both written & verbal Ability and initiative to learn and research new concepts, ideas and technologies Ability to work in a team orientated, collaborative environment Ability to prioritise and execute tasks in a highly demanding environment If you feel you are the right candidate for this role then please submit your CV for immediate response. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Location: Bristol, South Gloucestershire (Remote working) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Salary: 40,958 - 43,697 Start Date: 1st September 2026 Job Title: HR Administration Manager Full Time Annual Salary: 40,958 - 43,697 (Grade F) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday / All year-round Additional Information: This hybrid role combines home, office and academy-based working, including one day per week at the clients head office in Kingswood, and regular travel to academies across the clients sites as required. Potential Start Date: 1st September 2026 (Subject to completion of pre-employment checks) Your opportunity to lead HR operations across a diverse education community Are you an experienced HR professional with a strong background in HR administration, payroll and pensions? Do you have the leadership skills to manage a high-performing team while driving continuous improvement across a complex organisation? In this role, you will need: Lead and develop a team of eight HR Administration professionals, promoting high standards, accountability and continuous improvement. Oversee the delivery of HR administration services across 37 academies, ensuring a consistent and efficient service. Manage monthly payroll and pension processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely completion. Act as the escalation point for complex payroll, pensions and contractual queries. Build strong relationships with academy leaders, Finance colleagues, external providers and key stakeholders. Ensure compliance with employment legislation, payroll and pension regulations, GDPR and safer recruitment requirements. Drive improvements to systems, processes and ways of working to enhance service delivery. Support key HR operational initiatives, including pay and benefits, workforce reporting and HR systems development. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR operations professional who enjoys combining people leadership, problem-solving and operational excellence in a large and ambitious organisation. You will have: You will be an experienced HR professional with strong knowledge of HR administration, payroll and pensions, alongside a proven track record of leading teams and delivering high-quality operational services. Significant experience leading HR administration, payroll or pensions services and developing high-performing teams. A CIPD qualification (or equivalent HR qualification and experience) and commitment to ongoing professional development. A Level 4 qualification in Business Administration, HR or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience. Strong knowledge of payroll processes, pensions administration, employment legislation and HR best practice. Experience advising on contractual changes, terms and conditions, payroll and pensions matters. Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Experience using HR systems and workforce data to support reporting and continuous improvement. Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy and confidentiality. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence at all levels. GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent). Experience within the education sector, including knowledge of safer recruitment and Keeping Children Safe in Education, would be advantageous but is not essential. You'll have the opportunity to: Lead a critical HR operational service supporting colleagues across 37 schools. Manage and develop a dedicated HR Administration team. Work closely with our client's academy leaders, finance teams and external partners. Drive improvements to HR systems, processes and service delivery. Develop your leadership and HR operations expertise within a supportive and ambitious organisation. Make a real impact on the experience of colleagues and the effectiveness of our schools. What the client can offer you: Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Generous annual leave. A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities. Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme. Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs. A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay. Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more! For an informal discussion about the role/to find out more, please email Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Location: Bristol, South Gloucestershire Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time, Part Time, Term Time Salary: 40,958 - 43,697 Start Date As Soon As Possible Job Title: Senior HR Adviser Full Time Annual Salary: 40,958 - 43,697 (Grade F) (Based on hours and working weeks) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday / All year-round (4 days per week / Term Time Only Plus Additional Weeks can also be considered). Daily core working hours are 9am-5pm - those with family or caring commitments will still be expected to work/attend meetings outside of school hours (before 9am/after 3pm) but the role comes with flexibility to manage your time and work around this, as and when needed. Additional Information: The role will be offered on a hybrid working basis, to include home, office and academy-based working. The successful candidate/s will hold a valid driving licence and have access to their own transport in order to travel to and from other sites, as required. You will need to be based locally within the Southwest, in order to be able to travel to any site on any given day, sometimes at short notice, as the service requires. If you would like to consider a role that is not full time, all year round - please detail this in the supporting statement section of your application, if you feel comfortable to share at this stage. Potential Start Date: September 2026 (Subject to completion of pre-employment checks) Your opportunity to lead employee relations across a diverse education community Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for employee relations and a drive to make a real difference? In this role, you will: Lead and manage a varied and complex employee relations caseload, offering expert advice on matters such as performance, conduct, attendance, and policy. Build strong, collaborative relationships with Principals and leadership teams across multiple schools. Provide high-quality guidance that supports fair, consistent, and legally sound decision-making. Contribute to wider HR initiatives, process improvements, and projects that enhance the effectiveness and impact of the HR service. Play a key role in shaping and supporting a positive people culture across the Federation. This is a fantastic opportunity for an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to have a genuine, lasting impact on staff experience and organisational outcomes. You will have: A strong working knowledge of HR policies, employment law, and best practice, with the ability to apply this across a wide range of employee relations activities. Experience in managing complex employee relations cases, including investigations, formal meetings, and organisational change processes. The ability to provide high-quality, pragmatic advice to Principals, Headteachers, Managers, and safeguarding leads, navigating sensitive issues with professionalism and emotional intelligence. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to build trust and credibility at all levels and work collaboratively with union representatives and external stakeholders. Confidence in coaching and mentoring colleagues, and in advising senior leaders on complex HR matters. High emotional intelligence, resilience, and a proactive, problem-solving approach in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. CIPD membership (or working towards with indicative completion in the short term) and a commitment to ongoing professional development. A valid driving licence and access to transport, with the flexibility to travel to CLF sites across the South West, sometimes at short notice. Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application. What we can offer you: Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Generous annual leave. A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities. Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme. Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs. A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay. Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more! Recruitment timeline: For an informal discussion about the role/to find out more, please email Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Accounts Administrator (Fixed Term - 12 Months) Location: Leyland site ( PR26 6TB) , with travel to Thornton site as required Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday Salary: 38,008.12 per annum Job Summary The Accounts Administrator will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations. The post holder will be responsible for maintaining and reconciling purchase and general ledger accounts, administering payroll processes, and providing essential support to the Finance Department. Candidates must have previous hands-on payroll experience and be confident in processing payroll data, preparing payroll reports, and maintaining payroll records accurately. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Key Responsibilities Financial Records Administration - Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in line with policies and procedures - Record financial transactions in ledgers and accounting systems - Process invoices, payments, and statements - Process payroll data - Monitor KPIs, including first-time match rate and retrospective purchase orders Preparation and Reconciliation of Financial Information - Prepare, reconcile, and provide reporting of payroll data - Reconcile supplier statements to ledger records - Manage trackers to monitor expenditure for cost centre budgets and projects - Maintain accurate documentation of master data changes - Support reconciliation of cost performance to aid financial decision-making Financial Reporting - Assist with month-end procedures and management reporting - Participate in monthly budget meetings with budget holders - Prepare forecast information for designated cost centres - Support ad hoc finance projects as required Compliance and Regulation - Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting standards - Maintain accurate records and documentation to support audits and inspections Systems Maintenance and Improvement - Maintain integrity of financial systems through effective data management - Identify opportunities to improve processes and implement efficiencies, including automation Customer Service - Act as a point of contact for internal teams and external suppliers - Resolve invoice discrepancies and disputes promptly - Monitor and report on aged creditors and follow up on outstanding payments Essential Skills and Knowledge - AAT Level 3 or equivalent experience - Strong understanding of the financial cycle and core finance processes - Experience with financial systems (e.g. CODA, Iplicit or similar) - Knowledge of governance, segregation of duties, and internal controls - Understanding of procure-to-pay processes - Proven payroll experience, including payroll administration, processing payroll data, payroll reconciliations, and maintaining payroll records - Experience in purchase ledger, payroll, and general ledger activities - Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word - Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Desirable (Training Can Be Provided) - Awareness of relevant legislation and compliance standards - Experience supporting external audits - Ability to work effectively as part of a team - A proactive, safety-conscious mindset with a focus on continuous improvement Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Recruitment Consultant Blue Arrow - Edinburgh & Livingston 27,000 - 32,000 Basic + Uncapped Bonus Are you a driven recruiter who loves winning new business just as much as building great client and candidate relationships? Blue Arrow is looking for ambitious Recruitment Consultant to join our growing teams in both Edinburgh and Livingston. This is a true 360 recruitment role where you'll be responsible for developing new business, managing existing accounts, sourcing candidates, and delivering exceptional service from vacancy brief through to placement. If you're commercially minded, results-driven and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Be Doing as a Recruitment Consultant - Winning new business through proactive sales activity, networking and relationship building - Developing and growing existing client accounts - Managing the full recruitment cycle from vacancy qualification to placement - Interviewing, sourcing and matching candidates to opportunities - Negotiating rates, terms and service agreements - Attending client meetings and conducting site visits - Building talent pipelines in your specialist market - Delivering outstanding customer service to both clients and candidates - Working towards and exceeding sales, GP and activity targets What We're Looking For - Previous recruitment experience in a 360 role preferred, but strong sales professionals will also be considered - Proven track record in business development or account growth - Strong communication and influencing skills - Commercial awareness and a target-driven mindset - Ability to build long-term client and candidate relationships - Self-motivated, resilient and ambitious - Full UK driving licence preferred What's In It For You? - Competitive basic salary of 27,000 - 32,000 depending on experience - Uncapped bonus scheme - Industry-leading training and development - Clear career progression opportunities - Access to Blue Arrow's well-established client base and national network - Generous holiday allowance - Pension scheme and employee benefits package - Supportive and collaborative team culture At Blue Arrow, we're passionate about helping people find work and helping businesses find talent. If you're looking for a role where you can build a successful career while being rewarded for your hard work and results, we'd love to speak with you. Apply today and become part of one of the UK's leading recruitment businesses. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

AAT Accounts Technician. Axminster. 30,000- 34,000. My client is an Accountancy Practice and Real Living Wage Employer, with over 290 team members based across Devon and Somerset. We're looking for an AAT Accounts Technician to join our Axminster office on a permanent basis. AAT qualified or QBE, would suit an experienced bookkeeper, my client might consider ACA/ACCA PQ which would have wiggle room on the salary depending on how far candidates are into their studies. Work is mainly VAT returns, bookkeeping, simple accounts This is a great opportunity to develop your career within a friendly and supportive team, working with a wide variety of clients and gaining experience across all aspects of general practice. My client know our people are our greatest strength. When you join us, you'll be part of a welcoming, down-to-earth team where your contribution really matters. You'll enjoy: - A friendly and supportive working environment. - Varied and meaningful work that helps you develop your skills. - A genuine focus on wellbeing and work/life balance. - The opportunity to grow your career within an established and respected firm. Main Duties: In this role, you'll enjoy a varied workload and play an important part in supporting our clients and wider team. Your responsibilities will include: - Preparing and completing quarterly VAT returns. - Preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders. - Providing bookkeeping services across a range of clients. - Preparing personal and corporate tax computations and returns. - Filing documents with Companies House and HMRC on behalf of clients. - Ensuring accounting records are accurate, well maintained, and up to date. - Providing general administrative support to Partners, Managers, and the office when needed. - Supporting the Partners with client communications. - Undertaking assignments both in the office and occasionally at client premises. - Working in line with internal policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements. This list summarises the main duties of the role but is not exhaustive - you may be asked to support with additional tasks and projects at a similar level as required. Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications: We're looking for someone who is organised, proactive, and enjoys working in a team environment. Ideally, you'll have: - AAT qualification or qualified by experience. - Experience in an accountancy practice environment is essential. - Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills. - A positive, friendly, and approachable manner. - Confidence in communicating with clients and colleagues. - Resilience, flexibility, and the ability to manage multiple tasks. - An organised and conscientious approach, with excellent attention to detail. - Initiative and the ability to prioritise your workload to meet deadlines. - A professional and team-oriented mindset. - Good working knowledge of Word, Excel, Xero and QuickBooks. - Experience of delivering great customer service in an office environment. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - The ability to learn new systems and IT tools quickly. Terms / Benefits: - Ideally 36.25 hours / 5 days per week however part time hours / days can also be considered. - Hybrid and flexible working arrangements can be considered. - Annual salary review. - 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to 25 days plus bank holidays after 3 years' service. - Opportunity to carry over 1 week's holiday into the following year. - Death in service 3 x annual salary. - Access to Westfield Rewards and Health scheme. - 24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline. - Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving and Private Medical Insurance. - Introducing clients and staff commission schemes. - Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6%) after 4 years' service. - Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after one years' service. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Marketing Executive Exeter 32,000- 38,000 DOE My client is an Accountancy Practice and Real Living Wage Employer, with over 290 team members based across offices in Devon and Somerset. We're looking for a Marketing Executive to join our team on a permanent basis in our Exeter office. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and creative marketer who wants to make an impact. You'll work closely with Partners and colleagues across the firm to help, strengthen the company brand, support business development and deliver engaging marketing activity across many channels. My client believe our people are our greatest asset. When you join us, you'll become part of a friendly and collaborative team where your ideas, creativity, and contribution are genuinely valued. You'll benefit from: - A varied and creative role where no two days are the same. - The opportunity to work across a wide range of marketing disciplines including events, digital marketing, design, social media, and communications. - Ongoing learning and development opportunities. - A genuine focus on wellbeing and work/life balance. Main Duties: As the Marketing Executive you'll help plan, deliver and evaluate a range of marketing activities that support the firm and client engagement. You'll enjoy managing multiple projects and build strong relationships throughout the firm. Your responsibilities will include: - Creating and coordinating a range of marketing materials, including newsletters, brochures, advertisements, tender documents, reports, website and social media content. - Planning and delivering client events, seminars, webinars, exhibitions, and agricultural shows from concept through to evaluation. - Supporting integrated marketing campaigns across online and offline channels. - Managing and updating website content, helping optimise pages for SEO and ensuring content remains current. - Maintain marketing databases, coordinating promotional materials, and managing branded assets. - Supporting the firm's social media presence by creating engaging content and promoting events, news, and key business updates. - Monitoring marketing activity and data, reporting on campaign performance, and identifying trends opportunities for continuous improvement. - Working with external suppliers including designers, printers, PR and digital agencies. - Supporting sponsorship activities and Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives across the firm. - Travelling to our offices across Devon and Somerset, working closely with Partners and colleagues across the firm to deliver marketing projects that support business development and client engagement. - Occasionally attending events outside normal office hours when required. This list summarises the main duties of the role but is not exhaustive - you may be asked to support with additional tasks and projects at a similar level as required. Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications: We're looking for someone who is creative, organised, and passionate about delivering high-quality marketing activity. Ideally, you'll have: - Previous experience in a marketing or communications role. - A passion for marketing and creating engaging content across a variety of channels. - Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail. - Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign, Canva experience would be advantageous. - Experience using website CMS and email marketing platforms. - Understanding of marketing analysis, SEO and digital performance. - Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. - Experience managing business social media platforms. - Events planning or coordination experience would be advantageous. - A proactive attitude and willingness to learn. - A friendly, professional, and team-oriented attitude. - The ability to learn new software and marketing systems. - A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for occasional travel between offices and events. Terms / Benefits: - Ideally 36.25 hours / 5 days per week however part time hours / days also considered. - Flexible and hybrid or office working available. - 20 days annual leave (rising to 25 days after 3 years' service) plus bank holidays. - Annual salary review. - Death in service 3 x annual salary. - Access to Healthcare Cashback Plan. - 24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline. - Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Technology / Home, Payroll Charity Giving and Private Medical Insurance. - Introducing clients and staff commission schemes. - Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6%) after 4 years' service. - Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after one years' service. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

ACA/ACCA Accounts Manager/Director. Axminster. My client is an Accountancy Practice and Real Living Wage Employer, with over 290 team members based across Devon and Somerset. We're looking for an experienced and ambitious Accounts Manager to join our Axminster office on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a varied portfolio of clients, support and develop junior team members, and play a key role in the continued growth and success of the office. This role would suit someone already operating successfully at Manager level, who is looking for a long-term opportunity with genuine, rapid progression potential towards Director and ultimately Partnership. It's a chance to build a rewarding and successful career within a respected local firm, with strong community relationships and a people-focused culture. My client believes our people are our greatest strength. When you join us, you'll become part of a supportive and collaborative firm where your contribution and career development are genuinely valued. You'll benefit from: - The opportunity to work with a diverse and interesting client portfolio. - Genuine long-term progression opportunities towards senior leadership. - A friendly and supportive office environment with strong local relationships. - The chance to mentor and develop junior team members. - A genuine focus on wellbeing and work/life balance. - The opportunity to be part of a growing and ambitious firm with a strong reputation across the Southwest. Main Duties: This is a varied and client-focused role where you will combine technical expertise, relationship management, and team leadership responsibilities. Your duties will include: - Managing and developing a portfolio of interesting clients including audit and charity / not-for-profit clients, acting as a trusted point of contact and building strong long-term relationships. - Leading, mentoring, and supporting junior team members, including workflow management and day-to-day development. - Reviewing and preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders. - Preparing and reviewing personal and corporate tax computations and returns. - Overseeing VAT return preparation and ensuring compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements. - Supporting clients with business setup and advisory matters, including company incorporations and HMRC registrations. - Providing proactive business and tax advice to help clients improve profitability and achieve their goals. - Being a trusted adviser in a varied and interesting local community. - Ensuring work is completed in line with internal procedures, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements. - Assisting Directors and Partners with technical assignments and specialist projects. - Identifying opportunities to provide additional services and support to clients. This list summarises the main duties of the role but is not exhaustive - you may be asked to support with additional projects and responsibilities as required. Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications: We're looking for someone who is technically strong, commercially aware, and passionate about building trusted client relationships. You will need: - Experience working within an accountancy practice at Manager level and a desire to progress. - Strong experience preparing and reviewing accounts and tax returns for limited companies and unincorporated businesses. - ACA or ACCA qualification. - Audit and charity / not-for-profit This does not need to be your forte but a basic ability will be required to give scope for development. - Strong leadership skills with the ability to support, mentor, and develop team members. - Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. - A proactive and positive approach, with strong attention to detail. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally. - A friendly, approachable, and client-focused manner. - A professional and team-oriented attitude with a commitment to delivering excellent client service. Terms / Benefits - 36.25 hours / 5 days per week. - 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. - Annual salary review. - Opportunity to carry over 1 week's holiday into the following holiday year. - Death in service 3 x annual salary. - Access to Westfield Rewards and Health scheme. - 24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline. - Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving and Private Medical Insurance. - Introducing clients and team member commission schemes. - Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6%) after 4 years' service. - Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after one years' service. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.