Ideas | People | Trust

We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world.

We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them.

We’ll broaden your horizons

Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients’ evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you’re after a career that will keep you on your toes, we’ll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward.

Global Employer Services help companies and individuals moving countries and assist with any tax implications that occur in the move. Working with a broad client base, from start-ups to multinationals who are often moving abroad for the first time, the team work with companies as a whole and with individual employees to help them with some of the biggest decisions of their lives.

That means you’ll need strong people skills so you can build relationships defined by trust. You’ll be part of growing tight-knit team with an emphasis on assigning work that broadens your capabilities. Combined with the direct access you’ll have to partners on a day-to-day basis, this is your chance to become an expert and build a career based on what you’re good at and what you find interesting.

We’ll help you succeed

Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice.  That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships.

You’ll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO’s partners to help businesses effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with.

You will be a key member of the Global Employer Services group, this role will provide reward and share schemes services for a wide range of clients. You will be responsible for assisting Directors & Partners in providing Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients.

The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of existing clients and assist with the development of targets in order to ensure the continued growth of the business. You will also provide assistance to senior members of staff in both client work and in the management of the group, as appropriate.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Ability to advise on the tax treatment of share options and other forms of employee share ownership
• An in depth knowledge of EMI, ESS and knowledge of reward tax and related areas such as employment, NIC and capital gains tax etc
• Expertise on split interest, freezer and nil paid arrangements
• Experience in the preparation of share valuations and liaison with HMRC
• Staff management and mentoring experience
• Awareness of accounting, employment law and company law implications of share incentives
• Experience of dealing direct with clients including agreement of fees
• Educated to degree level (LLB preferred), and/or CTA and/or ATT/ACA qualified or equivalent

You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business.  We’re committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand.

At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development.

We’re in it together

Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture.  From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.

Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another.  At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.

We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices.  BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences.  With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO.

We’re looking forward to the future

At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy.

Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions

We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas | People | Trust

We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today’s changing world.

We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy – whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them.

We’ll broaden your horizons

Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients’ evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you’re after a career that will keep you on your toes, we’ll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward.

Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management (‘TA&RM’) team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC’s Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team.

This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities.

This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them.

We’ll help you succeed

Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships.

You’ll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and partners to help businesses effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with.

We are looking for someone:

• Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients.
• With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) – with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations.
• With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues.
• With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills.
• With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level.
• Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience.

You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business.  We’re committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you.

At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development.

We’re in it together

Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.

Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.

We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO.

We’re looking forward to the future

At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy.

Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions.

We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas | People | Trust

We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today’s changing world.

We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy – whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them.

We’ll broaden your horizons

Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients’ evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you’re after a career that will keep you on your toes, we’ll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward.

Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management (‘TA&RM’) team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC’s Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team.

This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities.

This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them.

We’ll help you succeed

Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships.

You’ll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and partners to help businesses effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with.

We are looking for someone:

• Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients.
• With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) – with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations.
• With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues.
• With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills.
• With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level.
• Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience.

You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business.  We’re committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you.

At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development.

We’re in it together

Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.

Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.

We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO.

We’re looking forward to the future

At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy.

Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions.

We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Sparta Global is looking for passionate and committed individuals who want to kickstart a career in technology! You must be willing to complete full-time training in our Business Solutions programme and will then be assigned to work in a junior role with one of our trusted client partners as a ‘Spartan’ consultant. We are building for exciting future opportunities, your application will be reviewed accordingly, aligning to availability and requirements ensuring we can match the right candidates to the right roles.

We are seeking Business Solutions consultants to join our team and help our clients navigate the rapidly evolving world of business, helping our clients to solve issues, create value, maximise growth and improve business performance. In this role, you will use your expertise to identify and solve complex problems, assess the business needs of our clients, and provide strategic guidance on how to best utilise technology and other solutions to meet their goals.

You will embark on a transformative development journey that combines academic learning, coaching, mentorship, real-world client projects, and continuous growth opportunities across a variety of industries and sectors.

As you progress through client projects you will have the opportunity to gain further qualifications along the way that will give you the chance to level up your skills as you take on a variety of roles including Business Analyst, Project Manager, Project Support, PMO (Project Management Officer), Scrum Master and Product owner.

How it works:

Learn: Complete a period of full-time Academy training when you join Sparta Global. All training is delivered remotely by our team of industry-professional trainers and is paid from day one.

Work: At the successful completion of training, you will become a ‘Spartan’ consultant and be available for assignment to work with one of our clients as a Business Solutions Consultant!

Grow: You’ll work with our client for up to 24 months, be able to access upskilling, salary increases, and are then available to convert to a full-time employee with your assigned employer.

How to apply:

Our recruitment process is simple and supportive, and we encourage people from all demographics and backgrounds to apply. You do not need to have prior experience of working in tech or studying a STEM subject at a high level.

Apply online - Our team of Recruiters will review your application and invite you to the next stage if you showcase the right aptitude for success.Complete online assessments and a first-stage interview - These assessments are testing your aptitude for learning, not what you know. Show us your potential and then your personality in a face-to-face interview.Final competency-based interview - Demonstrate your collaborative skills, problem-solving abilities, and growth mindset to secure your spot in the Academy.

Person specification:

This role would ideally suit someone with a passion for technology and innovation, excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and with 6-12 months transferable experience. Despite having this experience, you’re still driven and motivated to continuously learn, progress and expand your skills and establish a successful long-term career that can offer variety.

We’re also seeking passionate individuals who align with our values:

• Empathy & Diversity - Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity.
• Drive - A goal-oriented mindset with a passion for growth.
• Collaboration - A team-focused approach with a desire to build strong relationships.
• Innovation - Curiosity, creativity, and openness to new ideas.
• Flexibility - Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced industry.

Eligibility:

As a Sparta Global Consultant, you will be deployed to work with one of our client partners at the completion of your training. For this reason, candidates must be open to relocation/commuting for client site deployments and remote work cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK (British/Irish Citizenship, EU Settled Status, or Permanent Visa Holder) and unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visas at this time.

About Sparta Global:

Sparta Global is a technology services and education company, specialising in hiring, training, and deploying the next generation of leaders across in-demand technology and business skills.

Over the past decade Sparta Global has helped more than 3000 people kickstart a career in technology, supporting graduates, non-graduates, career changers, returners, and ex forces personnel to develop exciting careers with our network of 100+ employers across public sector, financial services, and commercial.

In 2024, Sparta Global was an awarded a King’s Award for Enterprise for Promoting Opportunity, adding to its accolades as a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility, B Corp accredited business for sustainability, and Princess Royal Training Award winner.

The Benefits:

• Free training - paid from day one
• Performance-based reviews every six months to discuss salary increases
• Referral bonuses
• No exit fees

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• 20 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday
• Pension scheme
• Eye care support
• Death-in-service cover
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Personal development budget
• Access to alumni and professional networks
• Opportunities to become a brand ambassador

Don’t wait to kickstart a career in technology, grab your opportunity to train and work with Sparta Global today!

Permanent

Milton Keynes / London / Guildford: £57000 - £65500

Hybrid working: 2 days per week in the office

Are you ready to use insight, curiosity and creativity to shape the qualifications of the future?

You could be one of 5 new Product Managers within our Portfolio of Qualifications team.

With assessment reform on the horizon, you will influence the future of education and make a national impact. Increased investment means the Product Management team is growing, and you will join a new group of Product Managers shaping qualification portfolios across a wide range of subjects. You will work across a portfolio of subjects that may evolve over time as the team grows.

Shape products that matter

You are someone who cares about improving the experience of teachers and learners. You are curious, analytical and comfortable working with information. You enjoy connecting ideas, working with a variety of colleagues and contributing recommendations that help qualifications and supporting products stay relevant and useful for schools and colleges. You will work with a diverse range of subject types, including those with digital, practical, project-based or post-16 considerations.

What you will do

• Manage a portfolio of subject qualifications and use customer insight, market understanding and data to shape short, medium and longer term plans

• Prioritise activity so it has the greatest impact for teachers, learners and schools.

• Coordinate work across different teams and monitor progress against milestones to support delivery

• Use your understanding of the education landscape to explore opportunities, strengthen products and improve supporting resources.

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to gather insight, test thinking and refine recommendations. You may spend time in schools to understand needs firsthand.

• Contribute to events, meetings or visits where your product knowledge adds value.

You will thrive in this role if you have

• Experience working in a strategic role within the education sector or a related field such as assessment, publishing, curriculum, subject associations, or similar evidence-led environments.

• Experience applying insight to shape products, services or content in any customer-facing environment will be valuable.

• The ability to interpret data and insight and apply this to decision-making.

• Confidence in communicating and influencing a wide range of stakeholders.

• A collaborative, open approach and comfortable working across different teams.

• Demonstrable organisation and attention to detail to manage activity and keep others informed.

• An interest in product management and a willingness to develop your expertise.

What you can look forward to

• A significant opportunity to influence the future of education as qualifications change nationally.

• The chance to build product management skills across diverse subjects.

• Development opportunities through Product and Management training.

• A strong benefits package including up to 11.5 percent pension contribution, healthcare support, wellbeing programmes and volunteering opportunities.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service, along with discretionary Christmas closure days.

What happens next

To apply, please submit your CV and complete the application questions. The application deadline is 23:59 on 23 March 2026.

• If shortlisted, you will have a brief call with a recruiter and invited to complete a video interview based on preset questions Week Commencing 1st April 2026

• Final Stage Face to Face interviews for candidates progressing further will be held in AQAs Manchester or London offices week commencing 21st April 2026.

?Your video interview responses will be reviewed by two independent AQA panel members. This approach helps us ensure a fair, balanced and consistent assessment for everyone. You will not be assessed via AI.

Onboarding expectations: The expected start date can align with teacher notice periods or earlier if required.

If applicable, successful candidates will be unable to maintain an Associate role with AQA or any other exam board.

#Pro22

Commercial Enablement & Data Assurance
Manchester (Hybrid - 2 days in office)

We’re partnering with a growing SaaS business that sits at the intersection of data, technology and commercial decision-making. They’re looking for a Senior Insight Analyst to play a critical role in ensuring the data they deliver to clients is credible, validated, and genuinely driving value.

This isn’t a reporting role, or a standard BI dashboard role nor just marketing analytics. It’s more about data feasibility, data validation, commercial support, value assurance and proving ROI to stakeholders.

It’s a high-visibility, commercially aligned analytical position where you’ll act as the bridge between data reality and commercial ambition.

The Opportunity

You’ll sit within Client Operations but work cross-functionally with:

• Account Management
• Customer Success
• Data Analysts
• Data Engineers
• Product & Engineering

You’ll be involved in pre-sales conversations, renewal discussions and ongoing delivery ensuring that what is promised is grounded in what the data can genuinely support.

You’ll also play a key role in reviewing, validating and triaging data issues helping determine whether anomalies are genuine problems, edge cases, or configuration misunderstandings before engineering resource is deployed.

This role is about data confidence, commercial clarity, and long-term client value.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting pre-sales and early-stage client discussions with data-backed insight
• Validating feasibility, coverage, structure and limitations of datasets
• Ensuring commercial commitments align with technical capability
• Acting as an analytical escalation point for data related queries
• Reviewing and triaging data issues, providing structured context to engineering teams
• Validating fixes and releases to ensure data integrity post-deployment
• Translating technical complexity into clear, commercially grounded guidance

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a SaaS environment
• Good SQL skills with confidence interrogating production datasets
• Experience working with behavioural, event-level or product data
• Comfortable supporting client-facing conversations (without being sales driven)
• Strong stakeholder management across technical and non technical teams
• Clear, confident communicator who can translate complexity into practical advice
• Commercial awareness and sound judgement

You’ll likely be a Senior Insight Analyst, BI Analyst or Analytics Specialist who enjoys operating at the intersection of data, product and client value rather than sitting purely in internal reporting.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to join a growing tech house - for further details and to apply please send your CV to jon.brass @ Circlerecruitment.com

Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter - @Circle_Rec and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.

Please note this is a training course and fees apply

Are you looking to benefit from a new career in Data Analysis?

If you are detail orientated, perceptive, organised, competent, analytical and can communicate well with those around you; you could have a truly rewarding future as a Data Analyst

We do this using our specialised Data Analyst career programme which looks to assist and place qualified candidates into a career pathway in Data Analysis.

Please note this career program is designed for entry level individuals with limited or no experience, so please do not apply if you are already an experience Data Analyst as we will be looking primarily at entry level roles.

Demand for Data Analysts has grown 20% year on year with experienced analysts easily commanding salaries of 50k+. All business decisions rely on data to ensure correct business decisions are made and therefore the role of the data analyst in the new digital world has become essential for business owners.

Below are current average salaries in the sector for lower-level positions and fully trained Data Analysts:

• Junior Data Analyst - 30,000
• Data Analyst - 50,000
• Business Data Analyst - 67,500
• Data Analytics Analyst - 80,000
• Business Analysts - 60,000

Using our experience in providing data analysis and business analysis training online and through our expert recruitment consultants, we can provide a seamless journey and often fast-tracked route into a new career in Data Analysis.

The courses in the package have been identified by our recruitment partners as industry standards for the UK/European and International Data Analysis sector.

Skills shortages across all sectors are increasing the demand for qualified, entry-level career seekers and career changers.

Whether you are working full-time, part-time or are unemployed, this job and recruitment package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you and can be completed in a few weeks. Your job and career goals are completed in 4 easy steps listed below.

Step 1 - CompTIA Data+ Qualification

The first step is completing the CompTIA Data+ Qualification accredited by CompTIA.

This professional international industry-recognised qualification teaches you the essential skills of a Data Analyst. You will cover skills such as data mining, manipulating data, visualising data, and reporting on data.

Study time for the qualification is approximately 30 hours and qualification is achieved by completing a 1-hour multiple choice exam.

The course is provided online and comes complete with exam simulators and revision tools.

You will be provided with access to a tutor and a 1-hour online revision workshop prior to sitting your exam.

This qualification will set you on a route to becoming a data analyst.

Step 2 - Data Administration Training

Data is extracted using various method which are normally IT driven.

Therefore, we will provide you with access to the following additional courses to ensure you are suitably employable as a data analyst.

• Microsoft excel - to expert level.
• Learn SQL - the programming language used for extracting data from more complex databases.
• Learn Python 3 - Python 3 is a simple to use programming language used by many analysts.
• Learn Tableau - Tableu is a tool which analysts use to build visually appealing dashboards for complex data making it easier for stakeholders to comprehend.

Study time for these courses is approximately 30-60 hours and qualification is achieved through completion of the course with no exam.

Step 3 - Business Analysis Foundation

Business Analysts and Data Analysts often work very closely together and indeed many Data Analysts become Business Analysts and vice versa.

Adding a Business Analyst Foundation certificate will make you much more employable and enable you to cross over into business analyst roles and hybrid roles. Business Analysis Foundation accredited by the BCS (The British Computer Society also known as the Chartered Institute of IT).

Study time for this course is approximately 15 hours and qualification is achieved through an online BCS exam.

Step 4 - Recruitment Support

Now you are qualified for an entry level data analyst position our recruitment support team will now begin collaborating with you to help you secure your first a suitable role based on your new qualifications and any other experience you may have.

We have been helping candidates start and build careers in the project management industry since 2007 and have a 4.8 Trustscore on Trustpilot.

Our Recruitment Support team will help you work through job applications, interviews and provide you with a full cv review based around your new qualification and written to maximise your chances of obtaining a role in the project management sector.

They will provide you with guidance as to which roles our most suitable for you as an entry level project sector worker aiming to become a project manager. This will include mock job interviews as well as any help you feel you need.

Our money back guarantee

If after 1 year of passing your formal qualifications, we have been unable to help you secure a role, we will refund your study fees minus the cost of the exams.

However, we are normally able to help candidates find their first role within 6 months of qualifying and for locations based close to major cities this is often reduced to less than 3 months.

Check our testimonials from the hundreds of candidates we have already helped.

What Now?

To accommodate candidates, the training element of the package is available on finance terms of up to 1 year. This enables you to get qualified and start in your new role without having to fund all the training costs up front.

Enquire now and one of our experienced Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours to answer any questions that you may have and to assist you in taking the first step towards your Data Analyst Career aspirations.

About the Company

We are collaborating with a leading international pharmaceutical market research company. They work with some of the biggest pharma companies to help them determine which new potentially lifesaving or life improving treatments to prioritise into development. To facilitate this, they gather information from medical experts, patients, and carers, and deliver insights to pharma companies to inform their strategic decision making. Our client is looking to add to their team with the appointment of a talented Senior Research Manager or Associate Director.

Note this role is offered on a remote/hybrid basis

About the Role

The Senior Research Manager or Associate Director will manage the delivery of multiple market research projects to ensure the design, day-to-day project management, analysis and reporting meet the research objectives and client needs. To develop and maintain client relationships leading to repeat business and contribute to proposal development.

Key responsibilities of the Senior Research Manager/Associate Director will include:

• Managing the delivery of multiple primary market research projects across a variety of therapy areas;
• Taking overall responsibility for end-to-end project management ensuring all project components and tasks are allocated and completed according to timelines;
• Leading internal and participating in external project meetings;
• Contributing to the preparation of proposals in response to RFPs to meet objectives with the input and guidance of a director;
• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients in relation to the day-to day project management;
• Supporting business/account management and gain repeat business from Pharmaceutical clients;
• Developing and maintaining relationships with established clients to gain repeat business;
• Delivering effective line management by following HR guidelines;
• Motivating individuals to achieve the set company cornerstones, standards, and behaviours.

About You

To be in with a chance of securing this exciting Senior Research Manager/Associate Director role, you will need:

• Solid experience of ad hoc Pharmaceutical market research covering a variety of therapy areas and (ideally) both qualitative and quantitative research methods;
• Experience of working at Research Manager/Senior Research Manager or Associate Director level;
• To demonstrate experience and knowledge of a broad range of market research methodologies and techniques, including more advanced or complex approaches;
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, using your knowledge and experience to create the forward plan and timelines;
• Strong client facing skills, with the ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external clients through reliability and consistency of response.

In Summary

This Senior Research Manager/Associate Director role represents a fantastic opportunity to work within a great, supportive agency environment where genuine teamwork is valued. The culture is one which prioritises learning and development. They have have committees to champion their DE&I, wellbeing, charity and sustainability efforts, and hold regular social get togethers. There are excellent benefits on offer which include flexible working and quarterly wellbeing sessions. What’s not to like?! We look forward to seeing your CV today.

Ideas People Trust

We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world.

We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them.

We’ll broaden your horizons

Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients’ affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they’re experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you’ll work on some of the world’s most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry.

We’ll help you succeed

Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships.

In Transaction Services, you will have the opportunity to support a range of clients by providing due diligence services to support them through events such as acquisitions, sale processes and capital markets transactions. We help to deliver successful transaction outcomes through our data-driven insights and commercial acumen.

You’ll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with BDO directors and partners to help businesses effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with.

Technical Skills

• Thorough working knowledge of Transaction Services activities
• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), or relevant work experience.
• Previous staff supervision or management experience.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office, in particular Word, Powerpoint and Excel.
• Self-starting individual who is comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates a pro-active approach to their continuous development

You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand.

At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development.

We’re in it together

Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.

Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.

We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO.

We’re looking forward to the future

At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy.

Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions

We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Portfolio are proud to exclusively represent our client in their search for a HR Sales Advisor. The company is a market leading, global brand who support business owners with HR and Employment Law guidance and advice, ensuring they are legal, compliant and doing the right thing for their employees. Supporting your colleagues in the Business Development team, you will be offering initial EL advice to the Buiness Development Managers and potential new clients, highlighting the service provided, resulting in a closed deal. We are looking for someone with sales experience and Employment Law / HR knowledge - this can come from people management experience if you have conducted HR Meetings etc. and have a solid undertanding of HR processes. A background in sales is useful in this role, good objection handling, ability to identify need and get the buy-in. This is a fast paced role, within a successful team, offering additional earning, whilst making a huge impact on the growth of the business!

Job Purpose
To provide HR and Employment Law advice and support to Business Development Managers (BDM) and new and prospective clients of Bright throughout different sectors, with the aim of showcasing our services so that prospects will sign up.

The role requires you to work in a team providing legally compliant/commercial advice to BDMs before, during and following appointments in order to aid converting the deal.

Advice is also to be provided to prospective clients and new clients by telephone and email in all aspects of HR and Employment Law in order to support the business needs of the individual clients whilst highlighting any options that are non-compliant and this risk this presents.

Hours of work
Monday - Saturday (40 hours shifts, Monday - Friday 8:45am - 5:30pm. 1 Saturday in 4, 10am - 2pm)

Day-to-day responsibilities include but are not limited to the below:
To ensure that personal knowledge of HR and Employment Law and best practice is continually updated.
To achieve the standards set within the performance framework to support all BDMs generate deals by answering incoming enquiries showcasing the service with a commercial edge, without resolving the matter fully.
To proactively review BDM diaries, complete TLA’s and provide guidance and support in a succinct and commercially driven manner.
To build relationships with BDMs in order to increase trust and use of the service.
To critique prospective clients’ documents to provide a report for BDMs to use as a sales tool.
To actively own cases to resolution or where appropriate manage the transition and handover to an advisor, building rapport and relationships with clients on each interaction.
To log all advice accurately onto the bespoke internal system, taking ownership and responsibility for ongoing cases.
To provide clients with supporting information/documentation to assist them in the advice provided where applicable.
To refer to Company internal training and legal updates to ensure that advice provided is compliant with our services.
To record contacts with BDMs to aid reporting to Management.
To follow internal protocols for managing and escalating cases where applicable.
To convert new client accounts into the CANs ensuring the necessary updates on the Salesforce system are added.
To attend the company sales and advice conference and any training when required.
To offer the clients options regarding the take up of other products we provide and make such recommendations accordingly.
To present internal training/buzz sessions and external webinars.
To help to develop the New Business Support Team.
To carry out other tasks that are deemed necessary by the Management Team.

Required skills and experience
Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships with the BDMs.
A “can-do” attitude, a thirst for knowledge and the ability to communicate knowledge effectively within the team.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Strong time management skills ability to manage own diary.
A dynamic and flexible approach, as well as the ability to work under pressure.
Commercial focused advice.

Benefits
Enhanced holidays - 25 days increasing to 27 after 2 years’ service and 28 after 5 years’ service
Private health care cover after 5 years’ service
New business referral scheme
Access to Health Shield
Access to the EAP service
Refer a friend scheme
Paid birthday leave
Pension scheme contribution increasing to 5% after 5 years’ service and again to 7% after 7 years’ service
Group life insurance
Eye care contribution
Free fruit (office-based staff)
Travel Season Ticket loan scheme
Milestone recognition
Discounted products - Manchester City centre parking (AO Arena) / First Bus Travel Club Membership / Microsoft Home User programme / Anglian Home Improvements
Pace health Club (situated in the park Inn) discounted gym membership and spa treatments
Park Inn 20% off food and drink
New Century food and drink discount
Revolution De Cuba food and drink discount
Cycle 2 Work scheme after probationary period
On site Gym
Bright Exchange perks

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Portfolio Payroll Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and commercially-driven role? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking company as a Business Development / Sales Manager and make a real impact in the IT trading and refurbishment industry. With a competitive base salary, performance-based commission structure, and the opportunity to shape and grow a trading division, this role offers the perfect mix of challenge and reward. If you’re passionate about building meaningful business relationships, driving revenue, and contributing to sustainable IT practices, then this is the opportunity for you.

What You Will Do:

• Identify and secure new B2B customers across sectors such as SMEs, public sector organisations, education providers, and IT resellers.

• Develop and manage a structured sales pipeline, negotiating commercial terms and closing profitable deals.

• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers including IT asset disposal companies, leasing firms, and European refurbishment partners.

• Source quality used IT equipment suitable for resale and ensure alignment with target markets.

• Monitor market trends, identify high-demand models, and develop strategies to increase margins and turnover.

• Attend trade events, exhibitions, and networking functions to expand business opportunities.

What You Will Bring:

• Proven track record in IT sales, IT trading, or refurbished IT markets.

• Established industry contacts on both the buying and selling sides.

• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to close deals effectively.

• Self-motivated and target-driven with excellent organisational and pipeline management skills.

• Knowledge of major business-grade IT brands such as Dell, HP, and Lenovo.

This company is a leader in sustainable IT practices, providing compliant and innovative solutions to clients nationwide. By joining as a Business Development / Sales Manager, you’ll play a key role in driving growth, developing long-term commercial relationships, and contributing to the company’s mission of recycling and refurbishing IT equipment responsibly. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a growing industry that is making a positive impact on the environment while delivering high-quality solutions to businesses.

Location:

The role is based in the UK, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work within a cutting-edge sustainable IT business.

Interested?:

If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge as a Business Development / Sales Manager, don’t wait! Apply today and start shaping the future of IT trading and refurbishment.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

ob Title: Driving Consultant

Location: Warrington

Overview

Our client is seeking a motivated Temp Driving Consultant to join their Warrington branch. This role suits someone with recruitment experience or strong knowledge of the driving sector who enjoys a fast-paced, people-led environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, register, and onboard driving candidates (HGV, LGV, van drivers).
• Conduct interviews, compliance checks, and right-to-work verification.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and drivers.
• Manage daily bookings, shifts, and driver availability.
• Ensure full compliance with transport and recruitment legislation.
• Handle timesheets, payroll queries, and general administration.
• Proactively source candidates through advertising and networking.

Requirements

• Recruitment experience preferred (driving/industrial desirable).
• Knowledge of driving compliance and WTD advantageous.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively.
• Confident IT and CRM system user.

Salary & Benefits

• Basic salary up to 35,000, depending on experience.
• Competitive bonus/commission structure.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Supportive team environment.

Recruita Ltd is a R2R recruitment consultancy based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire and we are working on behalf of the end employer to find the very best talent on their behalf.

Contract Type: Permanent, full time
Annual Salary: circa 45,000
Manchester City Centre

Benefits include: bonus, healthcare cash plan, hybrid and flexible working

Are you ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? We are seeking an enthusiastic HR Business Partner to join our client as part of their next stage of growth. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proactive HR professional who is eager to align people strategies with business objectives and drive workforce performance.

What You’ll Be Doing:
As the HR Business Partner, you will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and managers. Your mission? To create a high-performance culture and enhance employee engagement! Here’s a glimpse of your key responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the leadership team to translate business goals into effective HR strategies.
• Influence workforce and succession planning while driving talent management initiatives.
• Lead People Integration for M&A workstreams, ensuring seamless transitions.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations, ensuring fair and consistent practices.
• Champion initiatives that foster a vibrant, high-performance culture.
• Coach and mentor line managers through various stages of the performance lifecycle, including appraisals and promotions.
• Work alongside recruitment professionals to attract top talent that aligns with our growth plan.
• Support onboarding, training, and career development programs.
• Advocate for the Group culture by ensuring all people initiatives reflect our values.
• Contribute to wider HR-related projects that enhance the employee experience.

What You Bring to the Table:

We are looking for an HRBP who thrives in a client-focused environment. If you have the following qualifications/experience, we want to hear from you!

• Proven experience as an HRBP, ideally within professional services.
• CIPD qualified (Level 5).
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Strong ability to interpret data and use insights to drive decisions.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for adapting your style to different audiences.
• Experience with Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), integrations, and TUPE is a plus!

Why Join?
Joining our client means becoming part of a vibrant culture where your contributions matter. You will have the chance to work closely with a talented team, drive meaningful change, and develop your career in a supportive environment.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your HR career and make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) to find out more.

Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Payroll & HR Systems Manager

Hybrid Working Competitive Salary + Benefits

A Pivotal Opportunity to Shape Payroll & People Systems

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing UK business that forms part of a successful international group. With a strong presence across the foodservice, hospitality and retail sectors, the organisation combines global capability with local expertise and is committed to operational excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.

The business is currently implementing a new HR and payroll system, making this a key moment to join. The Payroll & HR Systems Manager will play a central role in embedding the new system, optimising processes, strengthening reporting capability and ensuring a smooth transition across the organisation.

This is a genuine opportunity to shape how payroll and people systems operate for the future.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Payroll & HR Systems Manager to take ownership of end-to-end UK payroll operations while leading the optimisation and development of payroll and HR systems.

This is a high-impact role responsible for ensuring payroll is delivered accurately, compliantly and efficiently, while driving system improvements and strengthening cross-functional processes across HR, Finance and IT.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the accurate and timely delivery of monthly UK payroll
• Ensure full compliance with HMRC regulations, PAYE, NI, statutory payments and pension auto-enrolment
• Manage year-end processes including P60s, P11Ds and reconciliations
• Oversee payroll and HR systems, ensuring data integrity and optimal performance
• Drive system improvements, upgrades and integrations
• Partner with Finance, HR and IT teams to ensure seamless data flow and reporting
• Provide payroll reporting, analytics and insights to senior leadership
• Act as the key point of contact for payroll queries and external providers
• Maintain robust controls, documentation and audit readiness

About You

You are a detail-oriented payroll professional with strong systems expertise and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.

You will bring:

• Proven experience managing end-to-end UK payroll
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance requirements
• Experience managing payroll and/or HR systems (system implementation experience highly desirable)
• Advanced Excel capability
• Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Experience leading system improvements or implementations
• Excellent stakeholder management skills
• CIPP qualification (desirable)
• Experience within a multi-site or international organisation (advantageous)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working options
• Opportunity to shape payroll and HR systems during a major implementation
• Collaborative, supportive and forward-thinking environment
• The stability and backing of a global group with a strong UK footprint

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Fire & Security Business Development Manager to join our organisation. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and driving revenue growth. This role offers an exciting chance to contribute to our strategic expansion and establish a significant presence within our target markets. The ideal applicant will possess excellent communication skills, a proactive approach, and experience within the Fire & Security industry.

Duties

• Develop and implement strategic plans to identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends and potential areas for growth.
• Prepare compelling proposals and presentations tailored to client needs.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to optimise outreach efforts.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals effectively, ensuring mutual benefit.
• Monitor industry developments and competitor activities to inform strategic decisions.
• Attend industry events, conferences, and networking functions to promote the organisation s offerings.

Experience

• Proven track record in business development or sales roles, preferably within the Fire & Security industry.

The package for Fire & Security Business Development Managers includes:

• Basic salary up to £70,000+
• Commission and great OTE
• Vehicle or car allowance & fuel card
• Phone, laptop, ipad
• Great work home life balance and career progression
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• many more benefits.

We offer refer-a-friend incentives.

Please note this is a training course and fees apply

What is the Business Analysis Placement Programme?

Our Business Analysis Placement Programme is designed for anyone looking to start a career as a Business Analyst (BA) using education and recruitment support to help you achieve an entry level role or position.

This programme does involve a financial contribution from you to fund your qualification, cv review and recruitment support but the long-term rewards will be extremely lucrative with the average Business Analysts salary in the UK being around £52k pa.

What does a Business Analyst do?

A Business Analyst is a problem solver who investigates an issue or area of weakness within an organisation or business, analyses solutions and helps facilitate the change that is needed. They do this through following a set of guidelines and principles set out within the BCS Business Analysis Diploma certification.

To succeed as a business analyst, you should be somebody who enjoys problem solving and analysing, has good administration skills and communicates well in both written and verbal communication.

You should be somebody who can work well alone but when needed be able to integrate well into a team.

The role will generally include:-

• Analysing elements within the business or the whole business
• Making evaluations of all available data
• Identifying problems and looking at potential improvements
• Making a feasibility study in proposed improvements
• Present your acquired information within a business case to the company or organisation.
• Implement any agreed or necessary changes, to increase the efficiency of the organisation or business.

Industry demand for Business Analysts

Demand for Business Analysts continues to soar as organisations need to evolve and stay competitive in an everchanging world.

Business Analysts ensures a business remains relevant and future proofs against changes both foreseen and sudden.

All businesses need to make data driven decisions and the demand for analysts has become a key role for any size of business and has become a very lucrative, in demand position with Senior Business Analyst’s commanding salaries in excess of £100k pa.

How we help you get you first role

We specialise in working with candidates who wish to start or transition into a Business Analyst career.

How do we do this?

1. Firstly, we place you on a training program which provides a pathway to the most relevant industry recognised certification being the BCS Business Analysis Diploma. The diploma comprises of 4 certification courses and a final oral examination signing you off as Business Analyst through the BCS. Study time to complete all of the certifications is recommended at around 90 hours to achieve exam pass level.

2. Once you have successfully passed the 4 required certification exams and the oral exam which make up the diploma, you will be handed over to our recruitment support team. They will then work with you to help rewrite your cv to a professional standard to highlight the skills required by Business Analyst recruiters. In addition, they will also assist in creating a professional LinkedIn profile, interview support, career advice and tailored support such as taking you through mock interviews.

3. Our recruitment advice consultants will work with you to identify the best opportunities available which are suited to you. Their tailored support ensures you only apply for roles where there is a realistic chance of success and help you to prepare for interviews and perform at your best. Typically, starter roles will be junior business analyst, junior analyst or a support/admin role utilising your analytical skills.

Business Analysts work closely with Project Managers and Change Managers and opportunities in these areas also exist which broadens the net in these sister sectors. Further study into Project Management certifications can expand the breadth of roles you find available.

Finances

To accommodate candidates, the training element of this package is available on finance terms to easily spread the cost of investing in your career. This enables you to get qualified without having to fund all the training costs upfront. In addition, we are so confident in our success with placing qualified candidates that we will refund the cost of the courses to anyone we are unable to place within 12 months of passing their required exams subject to our terms.

What next?

To get your journey started and check whether you meet the criteria to join the programme, enquire now and one of our experienced Course and Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours assist you.

• Have you had a career break of 12+ months?
• Do you have 5+ years of commercial experience in industry?
• Are you ready to re-join the workforce with training and career coaching included?

Then you’ll want to hear about the UK’s leading Returners Programme and how it helps 100+ returners restart their careers every year.

Our Returners Programme is specifically designed to support professionals returning to work after a career break. Having restarted over 500 careers since 2016, our Returners Team are here to support you through every stage of the journey, ensuring you have the confidence, skills and opportunity to step back into a successful and rewarding career in business or technology.

FDM is a business and technology consultancy that services the industry across five core specialisms. Each of our Practices provides our Returners with a career path in their most suited field, so we can help you develop and build on your previous skills and experience across multiple capabilities.

The FDM Practices

• Software Engineering
• Change & Transformation
• IT Operations
• Data & Analytics
• Risk, Regulation & Compliance

You’ll join FDM as a Consultant and provide services to our clients relating to your field and Practice. There are progression opportunities towards Principal Consultant level and the opportunity to explore diverse roles and assignments for a range of global companies in your return to the workforce.

Ready to launch the next phase of your career?

At FDM, we find driven people from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to your continuous growth, we offer a non-linear career journey with our Skills Lab helping guide you to the future you want.

Your skillsets will grow. Clients will value your increased expertise. And your career will thrive exponentially.

Minimum qualifications

• Looking to return to work after a break in your career of 1+ year
• At least 5 years of previous commercial industry experience
• A strong aptitude and interest in business and technology
• Commitment to at least two years of full-time employment with FDM
• The right to work in the UK

Why join us?

• Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career
• Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills
• Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad
• Opportunity to obtain certifications from Microsoft, Salesforce, Cisco and more

We are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UK’s leading employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2,500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index.

Diversity and Inclusion

FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

Payroll BDM - Job Advert - Job ID - 50636

Manchester M1

Business Development Partner - Payroll Software
Manchester City Centre 40,000- 50,000 DOE + Uncapped Commission (OTE 150K)

We are proud to be working with an award-winning global organisation and leading provider of HR & Payroll solutions, who are seeking a driven Business Development Partner - Payroll Software to join their growing team. This innovative SaaS business supports SMEs in streamlining their HR and payroll processes, ensuring compliance, and saving valuable time through a seamless, reliable, and cost-effective platform.

This is a fully office-based role in Manchester City Centre, offering a modern workspace with an on-site gym and excellent transport links. You’ll also be out meeting clients regularly and benefit from a company car or car allowance.

The Role

As a Business Development Partner, you will play a key role in driving the growth of the payroll services division. Building on the team’s early success, you’ll use your sales expertise and payroll knowledge to win new clients and deliver tailored, high-value solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively target and engage SME clients to drive adoption of payroll solutions
• Convert high-quality inbound leads into loyal customers
• Conduct detailed needs analysis to uncover client pain points and provide tailored solutions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with SME decision-makers
• Deliver engaging product demonstrations that showcase the power of the payroll software
• Meet clients face-to-face to build trust and close deals
• Collaborate with marketing on impactful campaigns and sales content
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to refine sales strategies
• Report regularly on pipeline, performance, and forecasts to senior leadership

About You

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring proven sales success and a strong understanding of payroll software services. You’ll be confident, persuasive, and passionate about helping SMEs achieve their goals through smarter payroll solutions.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in sales or business development within payroll software or payroll services
• Demonstrated success selling to SMEs with insight into their growth needs
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Ability to build rapport quickly and earn client trust
• Organised, driven, and results-oriented
• Comfortable using CRM systems and sales tools

What’s on Offer

• 40,000- 50,000 base salary (DOE)
• Uncapped commission with realistic OTE of 150K+
• Company car or car allowance
• Monthly, weekly, and daily performance incentives
• Profit share scheme
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Birthday day off
• Pension plan and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Modern office in the heart of Manchester with free on-site gym

Join a forward-thinking, people-focused business that rewards success and empowers you to take ownership of your career.

Apply now to become a key player in the next phase of growth for this market-leading payroll solutions provider.

50636FA

INDPSAL

Portfolio Payroll Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Our client has an opportunity for a Technical Administrator to join them on a contract basis in Bolton for 12 months. You will be providing varied administrative support to the environmental and mechanical engineers within the team.

Role: Technical Administrator
Location: Bolton, fully onsite
Hours: 37 per week
Clearance: BPSS required before starting, full SC to follow
Hourly Rate: 22.17- 24.19 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35

What you’ll be doing:
Providing technical administration support to the ESS & Mechanical Team to ensure programmes are met to agreed time, cost and quality requirements.

• Updating and controlling company equipment records, including archiving and transfer activities.
• Carrying out costing activities alongside ESS engineers.
• Supporting the ESS & Mechanical team by generating and updating technical documentation such as calibration specifications and proving documents.
• Processing of facility documentation including configuration control and external visitor paperwork.
• Liaising with Design and Manufacturing Engineering on equipment documentation issues.
• Assisting in periodic competency monitoring checks on engineering certification documentation.
• Raising and processing purchase requisitions to assist engineers in the procurement of items to support engineering activities.

Requirements:

• Good understanding of configuration control and asset management principles and systems.
• Strong IT experience
• Dealing with external contractors - Risk assessments, booking with security and reception etc
• Strong attention to detail.
• MS Office - Proficient in using Word, Excel and PowerPoint to generate technical material.
• Supportive, helpful approach and a calm and professional manner, even when under pressure or requirements are changed at the last minute.
• An awareness of budgetary management would be useful.
• Knowledge of SAP would be advantageous but not essential.

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply!

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Our client is a growing and ambitious company within the construction and fire protection sector, delivering high-quality passive fire protection solutions across commercial, residential, and industrial projects. Due to continued expansion, they are seeking an experienced and driven Business Development Manager to lead the growth of their Passive Fire Protection division.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused professional who understands the passive fire protection market and can build strong relationships with contractors, developers, and key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive new business opportunities within the passive fire protection market.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with main contractors, developers, consultants, and facilities managers.
• Identify, pursue, and secure new project opportunities across multiple sectors.
• Work closely with internal estimating and operational teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to contract award.
• Represent the business at industry networking events, meetings, and client presentations.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to support strategic growth.
• Contribute to sales strategy and help expand the company’s presence within the passive fire protection sector.

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development or senior role within passive fire protection.
• Strong network of contacts within main contractors, developers, or construction supply chain.
• Demonstrated track record of winning new business and achieving sales targets.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive base salary
• Attractive commission structure
• Pension and benefits package
• Opportunity to play a key role in the growth of a rapidly expanding business

How to Apply
If you are a motivated Business Development professional with experience in passive fire protection and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Apply: ContactHayley Woodruff on (phone number removed) or apply with your CV to (url removed)

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Business Development Manager - Bridging
Spinningfields, Manchester Full-time Monday Friday, 08 00 Office-based

If you re energised by building relationships, identifying opportunity and converting conversations into commercial outcomes, this role offers the platform to do exactly that. Our client is a fast-growing specialist lender seeking a driven Business Development Manager who combines strong people skills with a sharp performance focus. This will be a desk based BDM role specialising commerical bridging finance.
Why Join?

• Negotiable salary - DOE
• 28 days holiday (including 3 days between Christmas & New Year), plus bank holidays
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Pension contribution
• Local bar and restaurant discounts

The Role As Business Development Manager, you will be the trusted and knowledgeable point of contact for brokers and borrowers alike. You ll play a central role in developing intermediary partnerships, delivering exceptional service and supporting the structuring of commercially sound deals.

Key responsibilities include for the BDM:

• Identifying and onboarding new intermediary partners across target regions and sectors
• Developing existing broker relationships to generate repeat and new deal flow
• Managing inbound enquiries with professionalism, clarity and high service standards
• Proactively conducting outbound activity to drive engagement and sales performance
• Representing the business with credibility and personality at every touchpoint
• Supporting the structuring of complex loan facilities aligned to both customer objectives and credit appetite

What We re Looking For for the Bridging Development Manager:

• Proven business development experience within specialist bridging finance would be a huge advantage
• Strong commercial awareness and opportunity identification skills
• Ability to remain organised and effective in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiation capabilities
• Confident objection handling and creative problem-solving skills

If you are interested in this Business Development Manager role but click apply with your most recent CV for consideration. If you have experience in Bridging Specialist Lending and want to apply for this BDM please click apply with your most recent CV.

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