Audit Assistant Manager Manchester | Hybrid Working (3-days per week in office)Lead Audits, Develop Your Career and Make an Impact An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Audit Assistant Manager to join a growing and ambitious audit team in Manchester. This role offers the opportunity to manage a varied portfolio of commercial businesses, owner-managed companies and charities, while supporting the delivery of audit engagements, developing junior team members and building strong client relationships. Working closely with Audit Managers, Directors and Partners, you'll play an important role in delivering high-quality audit services and contributing to the continued success and growth of the audit practice. The position operates within a flexible hybrid working model, with regular presence across the Manchester office, client sites and the wider Greater Manchester and North West audit region. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious audit professional looking to take the next step in their career. You'll gain exposure to a diverse client base while strengthening your leadership, technical and client management skills. Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the planning, execution and completion of audit assignmentsManage a portfolio of audit clients alongside Audit Managers and PartnersAct as a key point of contact for clients throughout engagementsReview audit work prepared by junior team membersCoach, mentor and train trainees and audit seniorsSupport audit delivery to ensure quality and compliance standards are metAssist with budgeting, resourcing and engagement planningManage multiple assignments and deadlines effectivelyBuild and maintain strong client relationshipsIdentify opportunities to provide additional services to clientsContribute to networking and business development initiativesSupport Managers, Directors and Partners with ad hoc projects and strategic growth plansAbout You You'll be a proactive and commercially aware audit professional who enjoys working with clients, leading teams and delivering exceptional service. Essential RequirementsACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualificationExternal audit experience gained within a professional practice environmentStrong post-qualified audit experienceExperience leading audit assignments and supervising staffExcellent client-facing and relationship management skillsStrong technical audit and accounting knowledgeExperience reviewing work prepared by junior colleaguesExcellent organisational and time management skillsAbility to manage competing priorities and deadlinesDesirable ExperienceExperience working with commercial businesses, owner-managed companies and charitiesExposure to business development and networking activitiesExperience supporting client portfolio managementStrong commercial awareness and problem-solving skillsWhat's on OfferComprehensive benefits packagePrivate Medical InsuranceEnhanced family leave policiesCompetitive pension schemeLife assurance and Death in Service benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgrammePaid volunteering dayHybrid and agile working environmentModern office facilitiesOngoing professional development and career progression opportunities

Audit Manager Manchester | Hybrid Working (3-days per week in office_Lead, Develop and Grow Within a High-Performing Audit Team An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Audit Manager to join a growing and ambitious audit team in Manchester. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of commercial businesses, owner-managed companies and charities while leading audit engagements, developing team members and building long-term client relationships. Working as part of a collaborative leadership team, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality audit services, supporting the development of junior colleagues and contributing to the continued success and growth of the audit practice. The position operates within a flexible hybrid working model, with regular presence across the Manchester office, client sites and the wider Greater Manchester and North West audit region. The Opportunity This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced audit professional looking to take ownership of a client portfolio while developing their leadership, commercial and business development capabilities. You will work closely with Partners and Directors, helping to drive client service excellence, team development and continued growth across the audit practice. Key ResponsibilitiesManage audit engagements from planning through to completionLead and oversee a portfolio of audit clientsBuild and maintain strong client relationshipsReview audit work and ensure technical excellence across engagementsCoach, mentor and develop junior team membersSupport the development and performance of direct reportsManage multiple engagements simultaneouslyEnsure assignments are delivered to the highest quality standardsMonitor engagement profitability, budgets and delivery timelinesIdentify opportunities to support clients through additional servicesContribute to networking, relationship-building and business development activitiesWork closely with Partners and Directors to support strategic growth initiativesAbout You You'll be a commercially minded audit professional who enjoys managing client relationships, developing people and delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. Essential RequirementsACA, ACCA, ICAS or equivalent professional qualificationExternal audit experience gained within practiceSignificant post-qualified audit experienceProven experience managing audit portfoliosStrong client-facing and stakeholder management skillsExperience coaching, mentoring and developing team membersStrong technical audit knowledgeExcellent organisational and project management skillsAbility to manage multiple engagements and competing prioritiesDesirable ExperienceExperience working with commercial, owner-managed business and charity clientsExposure to business development and networking activitiesExperience reviewing and signing off work produced by junior auditorsStrong commercial awareness and profitability management experienceWhat's on OfferComprehensive benefits packagePrivate Medical InsuranceEnhanced family leave policiesCompetitive pension schemeLife assurance and Death in Service benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgrammePaid volunteering dayHybrid and agile working environmentModern office facilitiesOngoing professional development and leadership training

Audit AdvisorLocation: Canterbury or Chatham - 3-days per week in officeAbout the OpportunityA well-established and fast-growing professional services business is looking for an ambitious Audit Advisor to join their expanding Audit team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recently qualified or experienced audit professional who wants to take real ownership of client assignments, build lasting client relationships, and start developing the next generation of talent around them.You'll be joining a firm that genuinely invests in its people, offers a clear route for progression, and gives its audit team the autonomy to manage engagements from planning through to completion — all while working closely with Managers, Directors and Partners who are invested in your development.What You'll Be DoingAudit DeliveryYou'll take ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion, working to professional standards, budgets and deadlines. You'll manage delivery expectations, flag issues early, and get stuck into more complex audit areas — with support on hand when you need it. You'll be the client's main point of contact during fieldwork, building strong relationships and reviewing draft accounts along the way.Client RelationshipsYou'll help manage and grow a portfolio of clients, delivering a proactive, responsive service and spotting opportunities to bring in specialists where extra value can be added.Coaching & DevelopmentYou'll manage work delegated to junior colleagues, coach and mentor them, and give the kind of feedback that helps people genuinely improve — all while staying accountable for the overall quality of delivery.Commercial AwarenessYou'll get involved in recoverability, budgets, WIP and fee preparation, contributing to the profitability and smooth running of engagements.Technical ExcellenceYou'll keep your technical accounting and audit knowledge sharp, stay on top of CPD requirements, and know when to bring in a Manager, Director or Partner on trickier technical or risk matters.Business DevelopmentYou'll get exposure to tenders, proposals and pitches, and help build the kind of professional network that supports the firm's — and your own — long-term growth.What We're Looking ForACA, ACCA, ICAS or an equivalent professional qualification (newly qualified candidates welcome to apply)Previous audit experience gained within practiceConfidence working directly with clients and managing stakeholder relationshipsStrong technical accounting and audit knowledgeExcellent written and verbal communication skillsThe ability to juggle multiple priorities and hit tight deadlines independentlyInterested?If this sounds like the next step for you, apply now or get in touch to find out more.

Senior Business Operations Manager (Part-Time, 3 Days/Week)Broadgate’s client is a premier international fund services and professional advisory firm. In a newly created role to support the continued growth of the business across key European hubs, they are looking to appoint a Senior Business Operations Manager to partner directly with executive leadership in driving operational discipline, financial oversight, and performance reporting.ResponsibilitiesDirect the commercial engine of the business unit, overseeing quarterly billing cycles, fee collection, debtor management, and revenue forecasting across UK and international operations.Design and maintain executive dashboard reporting (utilizing platforms like Monday.com) to track key operational metrics, capacity planning, and business KPIs.Establish robust workflow discipline by driving action logs, business control trackers, and regulatory review processes to ensure prompt completion of governance tasks.Serve as an operational bridge between UK leadership and international teams, instilling standardized management practices and scalable operating models across jurisdictions.Deliver concise, decision-focused management reporting for Partners and governance committees, highlighting operational exceptions and resource allocation needs.Support strategic annual budgeting, revenue tracking, and workforce planning, preparing analytical board packs to guide executive commercial decisions.Essential ExperienceExtensive background in operational management, practice management, finance control, or business operations within professional services, mid-tier accountancy, or regulated financial environments.Proven track record in commercial financial oversight, including budget forecasting, time-billing management, debtor tracking, and executive MI dashboard creation.Strong leadership capability with the authority to challenge senior operational stakeholders, drive task completion, and maintain accountability across multidisciplinary teams.

HR Consultant – Edinburgh | Hybrid | Client-Site Travel | £30,000–£32,000 + BenefitsReady to broaden your HR experience? If you have 2+ years’ HR experience and want to move into consultancy, this is an opportunity to work with different businesses, build your confidence as an HR adviser and develop your career.You’ll support clients across a range of sectors with day-to-day HR, employee relations, employment legislation, policies and people projects. The variety means you’ll gain exposure to HR challenges you may not encounter in an internal role, while building strong client relationships along the way.You’ll work closely with experienced Senior Consultants, giving you the support to develop your consultancy skills while taking ownership of your own work.What we’re looking forYou’ll have 2+ years’ HR experience, a good understanding of employee relations and employment legislation, and ideally some CIPD experience or qualification.We’re looking for someone who is confident communicating with people, organised, practical and keen to keep developing their HR career.A full driving licence and access to a car is essential due to client-site travel.Why make the move?You’ll join an established team of 60+ HR, Health & Safety and Talent Development specialists, giving you the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues, broaden your HR knowledge and build towards your next career step.If you’re ready to move beyond working within one organisation and want to build your HR consultancy experience, get in touch.

Private Client Tax Senior Manager | Belfast | Hybrid | £65,000–£75,000 + benefitsPrivate Client Tax professionals — if you're ready to spend less time simply ticking boxes and more time actually advising clients, this could be worth a look.I'm working on an opportunity for an experienced Private Client Tax Senior Manager to join a growing professional services team in Belfast.This is a genuinely advisory-focused role, with full ownership of a diverse private client portfolio and the opportunity to become a trusted adviser to clients on some of their most important financial decisions.We're looking for someone who enjoys the technical side of private client tax but also wants the client contact, commercial exposure and responsibility that comes with operating at Senior Manager level.What you'll be doingYou'll take ownership of your own portfolio and lead on complex private client advisory work across areas including:Inheritance TaxCapital Gains TaxSuccession planningEstatesTrustsComplex personal tax mattersWider private client advisoryYou'll act as a key point of contact for your clients, building relationships that go beyond simply getting the tax return filed on time.You'll also:Lead complex advisory assignments from start to finishProvide proactive advice and become a trusted adviser to clientsIdentify opportunities for additional advisory work and contribute to business developmentManage multiple assignments whilst maintaining a high standard of client serviceReview and sign off complex compliance work where requiredWork with wider teams to provide joined-up adviceMentor and develop junior members of the teamTake ownership of engagements from initial opportunity through to delivery and billingWhat they're looking forStrong Private Client Tax experience gained within professional servicesA clear advisory focus, alongside a solid compliance backgroundCTA, ACA/CA, ATT, STEP or equivalent qualificationExperience managing your own client portfolio and senior client relationshipsStrong technical knowledge and the confidence to deal with complex mattersExperience mentoring or developing junior team membersA commercial mindset and an interest in developing client relationshipsExcellent communication skillsThe ability to work independently and take genuine ownershipExperience of international tax or UK/Ireland cross-border matters would be advantageous, but isn't essential.Why consider it?£65,000–£75,000 base salary + benefitsHybrid working in BelfastA genuinely advisory-led position rather than a compliance-heavy Senior Manager roleFull ownership of your client portfolioExposure to complex and interesting private client workDirect client relationships and senior stakeholder exposureOpportunity to contribute to business development and the growth of the teamLeadership and mentoring responsibilityClear scope to develop your career furtherIf you're an experienced Private Client Tax Manager or Senior Manager who wants more advisory exposure, greater ownership and the chance to build long-term client relationships, I'd be keen to hear from you.And don't worry — this isn't one of those roles where "advisory" means you spend 95% of your time doing compliance and 5% wondering when the advisory work is going to appear. 😉📩 Interested? Get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Senior HR Consultant – Aberdeen | Hybrid | Full or Part-Time (minimum 4 days per week)£40,000–£42,000 + benefitsReady to take your HR career beyond one organisation?We’re looking for an experienced HR professional to join a growing People Consultancy team in Aberdeen. Whether you’re moving from an internal HR role into consultancy or looking to take the next step in your consultancy career, this role offers variety, autonomy and genuine opportunity to progress.You’ll work with a diverse range of businesses, becoming a trusted HR adviser to managers and leadership teams. Your work will span employee relations, employment law, performance, absence, recruitment, policies and wider people initiatives, giving you exposure to different sectors and challenges.As you develop, you’ll take greater ownership of client relationships, support more complex projects and mentor colleagues within the team.What we’re looking forYou’ll have 4+ years’ HR experience, strong employee relations and employment law knowledge, and the confidence to advise managers and senior stakeholders. Level 7 CIPD is preferred, or you should be willing to work towards it.You’ll be commercially aware, organised and solutions-focused, with the ability to build strong relationships and deliver practical advice.A full driving licence and access to your own car is essential due to client-site travel.Why join?You’ll be part of a 1,000+ strong professional services group across the UK, Ireland and USA, with access to expertise across HR, finance, tax, audit, corporate finance and wealth management.If you’re ready to broaden your HR experience, build your consultancy career and take on greater responsibility, we’d love to hear from you.

Global Payroll Analyst | Aberdeen - Hybrid | £32,000 + benefitsTake your payroll career global. Ready to move beyond traditional payroll and build international experience? This is an opportunity to join a growing professional services environment where you’ll work across global payrolls, international clients and multiple countries, giving you exposure that can really broaden your career. You’ll be supported to develop your technical knowledge, learn new payroll systems and take on increasing responsibility as your experience grows.What’s in it for you?International exposure – work with global payrolls, clients and teams across different countries.Career progression – build specialist global payroll expertise and develop towards more senior opportunities.Client contact – gain hands-on experience working with clients and building professional relationships.Continuous learning – develop your technical knowledge, research payroll issues and learn from experienced professionals.Hybrid working – enjoy flexibility while still being part of a collaborative London-based team.What you’ll be doingYou’ll support the delivery of international payrolls, help implement new payrolls, investigate and resolve queries, maintain payroll processes and documentation, and work closely with both clients and internal teams.You’ll also have the opportunity to support junior colleagues as you develop your own expertise.What we’re looking forYou’ll ideally have previous payroll or operational experience, strong attention to detail and excellent organisational and communication skills.Most importantly, you’ll be curious, proactive and keen to build a career in global payroll.If you’re ready to take your payroll career to an international level, we’d love to hear from you.