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Life Sciences Graduate - Customer Service Officer
Birmingham | Office Based | Up to £26,000 + 20% Bonus
Are you a recent Life Sciences graduate looking for your first commercial role?
Have you gained customer service experience through a part-time job, placement or previous role?
We're recruiting on behalf of a growing business within the Life Sciences sector, offering an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, supportive team where you'll gain valuable industry experience and build a long-term career.
The Role
As part of the Customer Service team, you'll play a key role in delivering an outstanding customer experience while supporting the wider sales team.
You'll be responsible for:
Processing customer orders and quotations
Managing customer enquiries via phone and email
Resolving customer queries and escalating technical issues when required
Supporting the field sales team with administration and customer communications
Maintaining accurate customer information and pricing
Helping to improve customer service processes
You'll have:
A Life Sciences degree (essential)
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Customer service experience gained through work, placements or alongside your studies
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Good Microsoft Office skills
A positive attitude and willingness to learn
What's on Offer?
Salary of up to £26,000
20% annual bonus based on personal and company KPIs
Full training and ongoing support
Modern offices with parking and an on-site gym
25 days' holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
Office based
Pension scheme
Career development within the Life Sciences industry
If you're ready to take the first step in your career and combine your scientific knowledge with a customer-focused role, we'd love to hear from you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Birmingham, England
Start: asap
Salary / Rate: £25000 - £26000 per annum + excellent benefits
Posted: 2026-08-05 10:05:39
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As Customer Service Administrator you will joining a small, busy service team.
The role is based on site in Buckingham, is full time and permanent offering a salary of up to £26,000.
Working for a highly successful business who have worked in the garage equipment sector for decades.
Purpose of the role:
Supporting the service team providing high levels of customer service, maintaining the database and administration.
Key Accountabilities of the Customer Service Administrator:
Be first point of contact for customers
Providing high levels of customer care over the phone and via email
Liaise with customers, resolving any queries quickly and efficiently
Generate system based quotes and invoices
Support with coordinating service administration
Contact customers to confirm proposed dates and obtain order numbers for scheduled work
Maintain database all customer records
Skills Required for the Service Administrator:
Confident customer services skills
Methodical approach used to managing a busy workload
Administration experience within an office environment
Solid IT skills including MS Office
Excellent communications skills
Organised approach to work, able to work on multiple tasks at the same time
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
Adaptable in a changing environment
What's in it for you?
A salary of up to £26,000
Monday to Thursday 8.30 am to 5.00 pm with an hour for lunch, Friday 8.30 - 4.30 with 30 min lunch
22 days hol +bank hols, increasing with service
Training, support and development
Working for a successful, established business
Private healthcare for you and your family after six month probation
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Type: Permanent Location: Buckingham, England
Start: 01/09/2026
Duration: permanent
Salary / Rate: £25000 - £26000 per annum + benefits
Posted: 2026-08-04 23:35:05
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We are working with a successful SME logistics business in Banbury that is looking for a Scheduling Administrator to take ownership of the day-to-day scheduling administration, ensuring consignments are planned, tracked and delivered efficiently and on time.
This is a hands-on coordination role where you'll be responsible for planning local deliveries, coordinating driver routes and schedules, monitoring consignments and keeping customers and internal teams updated throughout the process.
You'll be the person making sure the detail is right, issues are picked up quickly and the operation keeps moving.
This position would suit someone who enjoys a busy, fast-paced environment, as well as working independently.
As Scheduling Administrator, you will be responsible for:
Planning and coordinating daily deliveries and driver routes
Monitoring consignments from collection through to delivery
Liaising with Customer Services and providing regular ETA updates
Managing delivery discrepancies, failed deliveries and held consignments
Preparing information and data for daily operational meetings
Uploading paperwork, labels, manifests and relevant consignment information
Managing changes to collection dates, pallet types and charges
Keeping the Transport Management System and depot network information up to date
Monitoring scanning performance and operational KPIs
Managing driver communications and second-run schedules
Dealing with internal and external queries and customer complaints
Arranging couriers when required and tracking associated costs
Supporting weekly invoicing, self-bill amendments and credit queries
Ensuring all consignments are correctly uploaded and transferred as required
Helping to train colleagues on the process
Ensuring processes comply with relevant safety and operational requirements
As Scheduling Administrator, you must be/have:
Experience of logistics planning or coordination
Experience using a Transport Management System (TMS)
Excellent organisation and attention to detail
The ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment
A proactive approach and the confidence to react quickly when plans change
Strong written and verbal communication skills
The ability to work independently and take ownership of your workload
A practical, problem-solving approach
This is a great opportunity to join an established and busy logistics operation where you'll play a key role in keeping the day-to-day transport function running smoothly.
If you're someone who enjoys being at the heart of the operation, solving problems and making sure everything gets where it needs to be, we'd love to hear from you.
Salary: £28,000, full time 9.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday, office based, free onsite parking.
Apply today to find out more.
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Type: Permanent Location: Banbury, England
Start: 01/09/2026
Salary / Rate: Up to £28000 per annum + office based, free parking
Posted: 2026-08-04 23:35:05
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Planning AnalystUp to £41,000 + Bonus + Excellent BenefitsHybrid Working | 15 Month Fixed Term Contract
Do you enjoy analysing data, spotting trends and helping to improve operational performance?
We're recruiting for a Planning Analyst to join a global market-leading manufacturer, supporting production planning through data analysis, reporting and cross-functional collaboration.
This is an excellent opportunity to combine your planning knowledge with your analytical skills, helping to drive operational performance within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Working closely with Production, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Quality and Transport, you'll play a key role in supporting production planning, producing meaningful reports and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.
The Role
This is a varied position where you'll:
Support production planning and provide scheduling cover when required
Produce and analyse KPI reports to support operational decision making
Identify trends and opportunities to improve production performance
Work closely with Production, Supply Chain, Quality, Transport and Customer Service teams
Support continuous improvement projects across the operation
Monitor production performance, stock and operational data
Coordinate production trials and planned maintenance activities
Help ensure production plans remain on track whilst responding to changing business priorities
We're looking for someone who has:
Previous experience within Planning, Supply Chain, Manufacturing or Production Control
A strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail
Experience producing reports and analysing data using Excel
Power BI experience would be advantageous
Strong communication skills with the confidence to build relationships across multiple departments
A proactive approach with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
Experience of ERP systems such as SAP would be advantageous, but not essential
What's on Offer
Starting salary up to £41,000 with an annual bonus scheme
Very generous double matched pension
Hybrid working with a minimum of three days on site
Flexible working hours with either an 8:00am - 4:00pm or 8:30am - 4:30pm working pattern
26 days holiday plus bank holidays
Free parking
Subsidised restaurant
Staff product discounts
Structured training programme with around three months of support to help you get up to speed
A supportive manager and collaborative team who will invest in your success
The opportunity to join a stable global business with an excellent reputation
If you're looking for a new challenge where you can combine planning, reporting and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.
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Type: Contract Location: Banbury, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £38000 - £41000 per annum + Bonus, hybrid working
Posted: 2026-07-31 09:57:36
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Production SchedulerUp to £41,000 + Bonus + Excellent BenefitsHybrid Working | 15 Month Fixed Term Contract
Do you enjoy being at the centre of a busy manufacturing operation where no two days are the same?
We're recruiting for a Production Scheduler to join a global market-leading manufacturer, playing a key role in ensuring production plans run smoothly while balancing changing customer demand, manufacturing priorities and operational performance.
Working closely with Production, Transport, Customer Service, Quality and Raw Materials, you'll be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day production schedule, solving problems as they arise and keeping operations running efficiently.
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-moving manufacturing environment where your planning and decision-making will have a real impact on day-to-day operations
, Create and manage daily production schedules across multiple manufacturing lines, Respond to changing customer demand and operational priorities, Work closely with Production, Transport, Quality and Raw Materials to keep production on track, Attend daily planning meetings and adjust schedules where required, Coordinate planned maintenance, production trials and downtime, Monitor schedule performance and identify opportunities for improvement, Balance production capacity, stock availability and customer requirements
We're looking for someone who has:
, Previous experience in Production Planning, Scheduling, Supply Chain or Manufacturing Planning, Experience working within manufacturing, FMCG, engineering, automotive, pharmaceutical or similar production environments, Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, The ability to remain calm whilst managing changing priorities, Strong communication skills and confidence building relationships across different departments, Good Excel skills with experience of ERP systems such as SAP advantageous, but not essential
What's on Offer
, Starting salary up to £41,000 with an annual bonus scheme, Very generous double matched pension, Hybrid working with a minimum of three days on site, Flexible working hours with either an 8:00am - 4:00pm or 8:30am - 4:30pm working pattern
, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, Site parking, Subsidised restaurant, Staff product discounts, Structured training programme with around three months of support to help you get up to speed, A supportive manager and collaborative team who will invest in your success, The opportunity to join a stable global business with an excellent reputation
If you're looking for a new challenge and would like to join a supportive team where you can make an immediate impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Interviews are taking place immediately, with an ideal start date within the next four weeks.
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Type: Permanent Location: Banbury, England
Start: asap
Duration: 15 months
Salary / Rate: £38000 - £41000 per annum + Bonus, hybrid working and more...!
Posted: 2026-07-31 09:29:42
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As Office Coordinator you will be joining a family owned and run beautiful rural estate.
The estate receives more than 100,000 visitors a year and hosts a wide range programme of events including festivals, weddings, film location, corporate and private parties.
The role is full time, permanent working on site in Henley-on-Thames offering a salary of up to £28,000 with standard office hours Monday to Friday.
Purpose of the role:
Reporting to the General Manager, you will be supporting the administration function of the estate office, commercial let offices and business operations.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities for the Office Coordinator:
Being first point of contact for enquiries
Facilities administration
Historic house management: liaising with architects, other advisers and conservation specialists as required
Manage the ticketing system, group bookings and corporate event bookings
Overseeing maintenance and utility agreements for the house, office and parkland
Fleet management including lease agreements, MOTs, servicing etc
Act as intermediary for property portfolio, liaise with leaseholders for commercial and residential properties, coordinating repairs and refurbishment projects
Support with Health & Safety activities
Maintain CRM database
Source goods and services as required
Assist with updating and maintaining the website including e-newsletter
Support with planning inhouse events, interacting with external hirers, liaising with organisers, helping with supervision of event staff and contractors
Responding to booking enquiries, taking bookings, maintain spreadsheets detailing catering requirements
Key Skills Required for the Office Coordinator:
Strong organised administration experience
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
Confident communicator with high levels of customer care
Ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external teams
Adaptable in a changing environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office, file management systems
Experience of ticket booking systems would be an advantage
Own transport due to remote location
What's in it for you?
Offering a salary of up to £28,000 standard office hours Monday to Friday, discounts on food and events.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and collaborative team and to be part of this historic estate, working with the family to maintain this beautiful estate to be enjoyed for future generations.
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Type: Permanent Location: Henley-On-Thames, England
Start: 01/09/2026
Duration: permanent
Salary / Rate: £26000 - £28000 per annum + benefits
Posted: 2026-07-30 23:35:05
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Are you looking to start a professional career in accountancy?
This is an excellent opportunity for someone studying towards, or who has recently completed, A Levels (or an equivalent Level 3 qualification) to join a successful and growing accountancy practice and begin a long-term professional career.
You'll receive full training, professional qualifications and ongoing support whilst gaining hands-on experience working with a wide variety of clients.
You'll be joining a friendly and supportive team where learning and development are genuinely encouraged, with a clear pathway from AAT through to further professional qualifications such as ACA.
What's on Offer
Competitive trainee package, starting from National Minimum Wage and increasing depending on qualifications and experience
Full AAT study support, including tuition, study materials and exam fees
Paid study leave and exam support
Dedicated mentoring and career development
28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with service
Pension and wellbeing benefits
Employee Assistance Programme
Retail discount scheme
Excellent long-term career progression opportunities
75 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm with a 45-minute lunch break
What You'll Be Doing
Assisting with the preparation of accounts and financial information
Supporting VAT returns, reconciliations and bookkeeping activities
Preparing working papers and financial schedules
Assisting with personal and corporation tax returns
Updating accounting software and client records
Supporting senior accountants with client work and client queries
Developing your technical knowledge through professional study
Full training and support will be provided throughout
What We're Looking For
A genuine interest in accountancy and finance
Strong numerical and organisational skills
Good attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A positive attitude and willingness to learn
Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word
GCSE Maths and English (Grade 5 or above)
Currently studying towards, or have completed, A Levels or an equivalent Level 3 qualification (such as BTEC or T Level)
The following would be advantageous but are not essential:
Strong results in Maths, Business, Economics or Accounting
Completion of, or progress towards, AAT Level 2
Who Should Apply?
Students studying towards, or who have recently completed, A Levels
College leavers
Candidates with BTEC Level 3, T Level or equivalent qualifications
Candidates who have already started AAT studies and are looking to gain practical experience
This role is designed for individuals at the beginning of their accountancy career who are looking to study towards AAT qualifications whilst gaining valuable practical experience.
This is a fantastic opportunity to build a successful career within a professional, supportive and growing accountancy practice.
If you are motivated, eager to learn and looking for a long-term career with excellent development opportunities, we would love to hear from you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Banbury, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £15500 - £22000 per annum + Study support, loads of benefits
Posted: 2026-07-30 11:58:00
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Finance Business Partner
Up to £56,500 + Bonus + Hybrid Working
We're recruiting for a commercially minded Finance Business Partner to join a global market-leading organisation based in Banbury.
Working closely with the Finance Director and senior business leaders, you'll use financial insight to support commercial decision-making, drive profitability and influence business performance.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative finance team where you'll be encouraged to move beyond producing reports and become a trusted commercial advisor.
We're looking for someone who's naturally curious, enjoys understanding the story behind the numbers and has the confidence to influence and challenge constructively to help drive better business decisions.
The Role
This is a varied, commercially focused role where you'll:
Partner with senior stakeholders across key areas of the business, building trusted relationships and becoming a valued commercial advisor
Produce budgets, forecasts and financial analysis, using the data to identify trends, opportunities and practical recommendations
Analyse sales performance, margins and profitability to support better commercial decision making
Influence business decisions by interpreting financial information, providing insight and challenging constructively rather than simply reporting the numbers
Support business cases, investment decisions and continuous improvement initiatives
Help shape the future of the business partnering function as it continues to evolve from transactional reporting towards commercial advisory support
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships, has a commercial mindset and is confident communicating with stakeholders at all levels.
You'll ideally have:
Experience within a Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance, Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant role
ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, part-qualified, finalist or qualified by experience (QBE)
Strong commercial awareness with a naturally curious mindset and the confidence to influence and challenge constructively
Excellent analytical and Excel skills, with the ability to interpret data and turn it into meaningful commercial recommendations
A personable, proactive approach with the confidence to build trusted relationships across the business
Experience with SAP, SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or reporting tools such as Power BI would be advantageous but isn't essential
What's in it for You?
Salary up to £56,500
Annual bonus of up to 10% of salary, based on company / personal performance targets
Profit share scheme
Hybrid working
25 days' holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday, with the option to purchase additional holiday
Enhanced pension
Private healthcare and wellbeing benefits
Life assurance
Employee discounts
Genuine career development within an international organisation
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Type: Permanent Location: Banbury, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £56500 per annum + annual bonus 10% and hybrid working
Posted: 2026-07-30 10:26:49
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As Sales Administrator you will be working as part of a supportive team who deliver first class service to their customers.
The role is full time and permanent working onsite in their Brackley office.
The company have been established since 2010 and has grown to over 300 locations.
Hours are Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 5.00 pm and offering a starting salary of up to £27,500.
This role will suit a customer service professional who wants to grow with the business.
Purpose of the role:
To deliver high levels of administration and customer service working ensuring end to end a smooth customer journey.
Key Accountabilities for the Sales Administrator:
Logging and matching customer contracts to goods ordered
Approving orders, making amendments, resolving queries, obtaining supplier quotes
Processing orders, sending out PO
Sending out estimated delivery dates and dispatch confirmations
Reporting damaged/missing items maintaining logs
Sending out contracts
Liaising with customers daily basis providing updates, dealing with complaints
Arranging conference facilities for meetings and training days
Liaising with internal teams
Carry out credit control ensuring orders are processed within date
Key Skills Required for the Sales Administrator:
High levels of customer service over the phone and by email
Solid administration skills
Experience of working with a CRM would be an advantage
Highly organised with excellent levels of attention to detail
Adaptable in a changing environment
Credit control experience
Strong IT skills
What's in it for you?
A starting salary of up to £27,500
Based onsite Mon - Fri 8.30 - 5.00 pm (30 mins lunch and two 10 min breaks
23 days hol + bank hols (you can also buy and sell hols days
Birthday day off (after one year service
Training, development and progression
Annual performance and company related bonus
Associate days, socials
Associate equity program
Plenty of free parking
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Type: Permanent Location: Brackley, England
Start: 01/09/2026
Duration: permanent
Salary / Rate: £26500 - £27500 per annum + benefits
Posted: 2026-07-22 23:35:05
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We're delighted to be supporting a well-established and respected business within the construction sector, seeking a confident and highly organised Bookkeeper to join their team on a permanent basis.
This is a part time role offering 15-20 hours per week and the role will be remotely based.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently, takes pride in accuracy and thrives in a trusted, standalone finance role.
Working remotely, you'll manage the day-to-day finance function, supporting the Directors with reliable financial reporting while ensuring compliance across all financial activities.
As the company's Bookkeeper, you will be responsible for:
The complete finance function, ensuring the smooth running of all day-to-day accounting activities
Managing the purchase and sales ledger
Maintaining accurate accounting records using Sage
Processing supplier invoices and reconciling accounts
Daily bank reconciliations and allocation of receipts
Managing online banking and supplier payment runs
Preparing and submitting VAT returns
Processing payroll and workplace pensions
Monitoring cashflow and preparing regular reports
Producing month-end management information
Preparing year-end accounts to trial balance
Liaising with external accountants and supporting the annual audit
Maintaining financial records, fixed assets and loan schedules
Providing financial reports and analysis to the Directors
We're looking for someone who enjoys taking ownership and is comfortable managing a finance function with minimal supervision.
You must be/have:
At least five years' bookkeeping or finance experience within an SME
Strong Sage experience (essential)
Experience preparing VAT returns and ensuring HMRC compliance
Payroll and workplace pension experience
Experience producing month-end management reports
Experience preparing year-end accounts to trial balance
Experience supporting external accountants and audits
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Confidence working independently in a remote environment
Working Hours
This is a permanent, part-time position of approximately 15-20 hours per week.
The role offers flexibility, although additional hours will be required around month-end, VAT returns, year-end reporting and audit preparation.
Daily attention to finance tasks will be needed to ensure the smooth running of the business.
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to become a valued part of a successful and growing business where you'll enjoy autonomy, flexibility and the opportunity to make a real impact.
If you're an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a long-term, remote opportunity where your expertise will be trusted and appreciated, we'd love to hear from you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Stratford-upon-Avon, England
Start: 01/08/2026
Salary / Rate: £18 - £20 per hour + 25 days holiday, up to 10% bonus
Posted: 2026-07-21 16:25:34
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We are looking for an experienced Yard Manager to join a small team on a full-time, permanent basis in Stratford-upon-Avon.
Offering a salary of up to £42,000 including bonus, this is an excellent opportunity to work with a leading supplier to the construction, energy, and utilities sectors.
This is a hands-on role, overseeing all yard operations while directly managing a small team of two, ensuring efficiency, safety, and high operational standards at all times.
Key accountabilities for the Yard Manager:
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the yard, ensuring efficiency and organisation at all times
Operate and drive telehandlers (valid licence required)
Load and unload articulated vehicles safely and efficiently
Sort, inspect, and manually clean hire and returned products
Manage yard operations and stock, ensuring all procedures and company standards are consistently met
Maintain accurate and up-to-date operational records and documentation
Supervise and support Yard Operatives, including performance management, reviews, and holiday approvals in line with company policy
Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe and secure working environment
Conduct regular stock checks and ensure inventory accuracy
Arrange servicing, maintenance, and repairs for telehandlers and yard equipment
Manage site requirements including skip changes and sourcing quotes for consumables and minor repairs
Monitor fuel usage and provide accurate data for replenishment
Support senior leadership with the ongoing development and improvement of yard operations
Provide regular updates to senior management on performance, staffing, stock levels, and operational matters
Carry out any other duties appropriate to the role
Key Skills Required for the Yard Manager:
Proven experience operating telehandlers within a commercial yard or construction environment
Experience in supervising or managing operational teams, ideally within a similar yard-based or industrial setting
Good understanding of HR processes and people management responsibilities
Experience handling construction materials or hire-based products
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Experience of managing Health & Safety onsite
IT literate, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Excel skills
Strong leadership ability, with the confidence to motivate and manage a team effectively
Full UK driving licence
Reliable and proactive, with a strong work ethic and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
What's in it for you?
Starting salary of £42,000 with bonus
Mon to Fri 7.30 am to 4.30 pm or 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Annual bonus (company/performance related
Working as part of a supportive team
Training and development opportunities
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Type: Permanent Location: Stratford-upon-Avon, England
Start: 01/09/2026
Duration: permanent
Salary / Rate: £36000 - £42000 per annum + benefits
Posted: 2026-07-21 14:37:53
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Due to growth and new contracts, we're looking for an additional Senior Regional Service Engineer to join a dedicated service team, where you'll play a key role in upholding the brand and delivering outstanding service to customers.
This is a hands on, field based role, focused on the service and repair of industrial and municipal cleaning equipment.
You'll be representing a globally respected company with a strong customer first approach.
Location Requirements
This is a field-based role covering London and surrounding areas.
We are open on location and welcome applications from engineers based across Greater London
Key Responsibilities for the Senior Engineer
Service, maintain and repair a wide range of cleaning equipment
Diagnose faults and complete accurate service reports
Plan and manage your daily workload with the Service Manager and Scheduler
Take ownership of your area, ensuring service standards and performance are met
Manage van stock and parts effectively
Support and coach other engineers where needed
Identify potential sales leads
Build strong, professional relationships with customers
What You'll Need
Strong experience across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic or diesel equipment
Background in municipal, FLT, plant hire, HGV or similar industries (ideal)
Confident diagnosing complex faults and working independently in the field
Able to manage your own workload and take responsibility for your area
Good IT skills and experience completing service reports
Full UK driving licence
Willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays
Passport (preferred for possible training in Germany)
What's in it for You
Salary up to £41,110
OTE £50,000+ with overtime
London weighting (£300 per month where applicable)
Fully expensed company van (optional personal use)
All tools provided
25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
Pension, health plan, sick pay & critical illness cover
End of year discretionary bonus
Staff discounts and social events
Ongoing training and career development
Training & Onboarding
You'll follow a structured 12 week training programme, including factory led courses and hands-on support, working alongside experienced engineers with ongoing development.
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Type: Permanent Location: London, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £41110 per annum + OTE £50,000 + London Weighting if app.
Posted: 2026-07-20 10:57:20
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Join a workshop team where engineers stay for 20-30 years.
We're recruiting for a Senior Workshop Service Technician to join Karcher's long-standing Banbury workshop team, supportive environment where people genuinely enjoy what they do, know their craft and get stuck in.
This is a Monday to Friday role 8:30 - 5pm.
This isn't a high-pressure, micromanaged environment.
It's a professional, hands-on workshop where everyone pulls together, there's good banter, people support each other and experienced engineers take pride in doing a great job.
This role would suit an experienced Service Engineer or Workshop Engineer with a strong background in servicing, maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment.
You must have experience working on diesel engines, along with strong mechanical fault finding skills.
Experience with plant machinery, commercial vehicles, agricultural equipment, forklifts or similar heavy equipment is essential.
The Role of Senior Workshop Technician
Diagnose, service, maintain and repair Kärcher industrial cleaning equipment and specialist machinery
Carry out fault finding across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Conduct pre-delivery inspections (PDI's) and machine preparation
Replace components, complete repairs and maintain high workshop standards
Produce accurate repair documentation and cost estimates using service systems
Support field engineers and fellow workshop technicians where required
Ensure tools, equipment and working practices meet safety and quality standards
Work methodically and follow service processes to deliver a high standard of workmanship
What We're Looking For
We're open to transferable backgrounds and would love to hear from people with experience such as:
Workshop Mechanic | Garage Mechanic / Vehicle Technician | FLT Engineer / Forklift Technician | Plant, Agricultural or Powered Access Engineer | Diesel Technician | Workshop Engineer | Service Technician | Maintenance Engineer
You'll ideally bring:
Strong mechanical fault-finding skills
Workshop-based service, repair or maintenance experience
Good understanding of engines
A practical, hands-on mindset and pride in quality workmanship
A methodical approach and willingness to learn
Good team fit - someone who enjoys being part of a supportive workshop environment
What's in it for you?
£41,110 as a starting salary plus an excellent benefits package, including:
25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
Pension, health plan, sick pay and critical illness cover
End of year discretionary bonus
Staff discounts and social events
Ongoing training and career development
Stable Monday-Friday workshop role (8:30am-5:00pm)
A genuinely supportive, long-standing team environment
If you enjoy fault finding, like variety, take pride in quality workmanship and want to be part of a team where people genuinely stay - we'd love to hear from you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Banbury, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £41110.00 per annum + excellent benefits
Posted: 2026-07-20 10:27:42
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We are looking for a highly organised Sales Administrator to join a small, dedicated team based onsite in Kidlington.
The company are a global leading manufacturer of audio products.
Providing first class response to customer and distributor enquiries and orders, working closing with the internal teams to ensure delivery on time.
This role is pivotal within the business ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the process.
The role is full time and permanent offering flexible start and finish times and a salary of between £26,000 and £29,000.
Key Accountabilities for the Sales Administrator:
Providing efficient processing of orders
Processing any returns accurately
Maintaining and updating customer database
Providing administration support to the sales, service and logistics teams
First line support for customer enquiries
Liaising with all internal teams on a daily basis
Providing first class customer service for customers throughout the process
Occasionally supporting shipping team with picking and packing
Key Skills Required for the Sales Administrator:
Experience of international trade and export
Knowledge or ERP/MRP systems
Confident communication skills
High levels of customer service over the phone and via email
A confident self-starter able to prioritise workload
Highly organised administration skills with meticulous attention to detail
Adaptable in a changing environment
Excellent computer skills
What's in it for You?
Salary of between £26,000 and £29,000
24 days holiday which increases by one every two years and capped at 29 days (can also buy and sell hols)
37.5 hours per week with flexible start/finish times
Training and development opportunities
Annual bonus
Company pension
Salary Extra Health perks scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Group income protection scheme
Group life insurance scheme
Employee discounts on products
Employee assistance programmes
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Type: Permanent Location: Kidlington, England
Start: 01/09/2026
Duration: permanent
Salary / Rate: £26000 - £29000 per annum + benefits
Posted: 2026-07-16 23:35:05
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Finance Business Partner
Up to £56,500 + Bonus + Hybrid Working
We're recruiting for a commercially minded Finance Business Partner to join a global market-leading organisation based in Banbury.
Working closely with the Finance Director and Professional Sales leadership team, you'll use financial insight to support commercial decision making, drive profitability and influence business performance.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative finance team where you'll be encouraged to move beyond producing reports and become a trusted commercial advisor.
We're looking for someone who's naturally curious, enjoys understanding the story behind the numbers and isn't afraid to influence and challenge constructively to help drive better business decisions.
The Role
This is a varied, commercially focused role where you'll:
Partner with senior stakeholders across the Professional Sales business, building trusted relationships and becoming a valued commercial advisor
Produce budgets, forecasts and financial analysis, using the data to identify trends, opportunities and practical recommendations
Analyse sales performance, margins and profitability to support better commercial decision making
Influence business decisions by interpreting financial information, providing insight and challenging constructively rather than simply reporting the numbers
Support business cases, investment decisions and continuous improvement initiatives
Help shape the future of the business partnering function as it continues to evolve from transactional reporting towards commercial advisory support
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships, has a commercial mindset and is confident communicating with stakeholders at all levels.
You'll ideally have:
Experience within a Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance, Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant role
ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, part-qualified, finalist or qualified by experience (QBE)
Strong commercial awareness with a naturally curious mindset and the confidence to influence and challenge constructively
Excellent analytical and Excel skills, with the ability to interpret data and turn it into meaningful commercial recommendations
A personable, proactive approach with the confidence to build trusted relationships across the business
Experience with SAP, SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or reporting tools such as Power BI would be advantageous but isn't essential
What's in it for You?
Salary up to £56,500
Annual bonus of up to 10% of salary, based on company / personal performance targets
Profit share scheme
Hybrid working
25 days' holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday, with the option to purchase additional holiday
Enhanced pension
Private healthcare and wellbeing benefits
Life assurance
Employee discounts
Genuine career development within an international organisation
Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance, Commercial Analyst, Finance Manager, Management Accountant, ACCA, CIMA, ACA, Part Qualified, Finalist, QBE, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Business Partnering, Commercial Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Excel, SAP, Power BI ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Banbury, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £56500 per annum + annual bonus 10% and hybrid working
Posted: 2026-07-15 15:05:12
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We are looking for a Business Support and Facilities Coordinator working for a successful business, based just outside Banbury who supply to the automotive industry.
The role is full time and permanent offering a competitive salary with hybrid working option (after training) with required office days to manage onsite needs.
Key to the role is managing the facilities for the site and health and safety responsibilities along with business support administration.
Key Responsibilities for the Facilities Coordinator:
Co-ordinate building maintenance and manage third-party contractors
Maintain a central log of compliance certificates, ensuring all are up to date
Order and manage office supplies
Maintain accurate accident logs and ensure proper filing
Co-ordinate Health & Safety risk assessments and manage related documentation
Liaise with external Health & Safety providers to ensure full compliance
Schedule internal meetings and distribute meeting minutes
Prepare and share daily business KPIs
Create and format professional PowerPoint presentations for leadership teams
Key Skills Required for the Facilities Coordinator:
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to multitask, prioritise workload, and work independently
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Familiarity with AI tools to support productivity is advantageous
High level of discretion when handling confidential information
Proactive problem-solving mindset with a collaborative approach
Own transport is essential due to office location
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary
Monday to Friday
25 days holiday
Training and development
Modern facilities
Free parking
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Type: Permanent Location: Banbury, England
Start: 01/09/2026
Duration: permanent
Salary / Rate: competitive salary
Posted: 2026-07-14 23:35:07
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Trainee Accountant (School & College Leaver Opportunity)
Banbury | Full AAT Study Support | Long-Term Career Opportunity
Are you looking to start a professional career in accountancy?
This is an excellent opportunity for a school or college leaver to join a successful and growing accountancy practice and begin a long-term professional career.
You'll receive full training, professional qualifications and ongoing support whilst gaining hands-on experience working with a wide variety of clients.
You'll be joining a friendly and supportive team where learning and development are genuinely encouraged, with a clear pathway from AAT through to further professional qualifications such as ACA.
What's on Offer
Competitive trainee package, starting from National Minimum Wage and increasing depending on qualifications and experience
Full AAT study support, including tuition, study materials and exam fees
Paid study leave and exam support
Dedicated mentoring and career development
28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with service
Pension and wellbeing benefits
Employee Assistance Programme
Retail discount scheme
Excellent long-term career progression opportunities
75 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm with a 45-minute lunch break
What You'll Be Doing
Assisting with the preparation of accounts and financial information
Supporting VAT returns, reconciliations and bookkeeping activities
Preparing working papers and financial schedules
Assisting with personal and corporation tax returns
Updating accounting software and client records
Supporting senior accountants with client work and client queries
Developing your technical knowledge through professional study
Full training and support will be provided throughout.
What We're Looking For
A genuine interest in accountancy and finance
Strong numerical and organisational skills
Good attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A positive attitude and willingness to learn
Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word
GCSE Maths and English (Grade 5 or equivalent) or above
The following would be advantageous but are not essential:
A-Levels, T-Levels, BTEC qualifications or equivalent
Strong results in Maths, Business, Economics or Accounting
Completion of, or progress towards, AAT Level 2
Who Should Apply?
School leavers
College leavers
Sixth Form and T-Level students
Candidates who have recently completed A-Levels, BTEC or equivalent qualifications
Candidates who have already started AAT studies and are looking to gain practical experience
This role is designed for individuals at the beginning of their accountancy career who are looking to study towards AAT qualifications whilst gaining valuable practical experience.
This is a fantastic opportunity to build a successful career within a professional, supportive and growing accountancy practice.
If you are motivated, eager to learn and looking for a long-term career with excellent development opportunities, we would love to hear from you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Banbury, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £15500 - £22000 per annum + Study support, loads of benefits
Posted: 2026-07-14 15:09:45
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We're currently recruiting for a Cash Management Advisor to join a busy, supportive team in Banbury on a 6 month contract.
This is a great opportunity for someone with office based experience to step into a varied, fast-paced role within a friendly and collaborative environment.
The Role
You'll play a key role in supporting account queries, credit control and day-to-day operational processes across the business.
This is a hands on, detail focused role with plenty to get stuck into, so confidence with systems and the ability to pick things up quickly are essential.
You'll be working closely with internal teams and customers across different regions, handling tasks such as:
Reviewing and setting up new customer accounts
Reconciling customer and supplier accounts
Communicating with internal teams and customers by phone and email
Chasing, allocating and processing payments
Placing and releasing accounts on hold
Processing credits, refunds and a variety of payment methods (Worldpay, PayPal, BACS)
Uploading and managing invoices
Handling staff expenses, petty cash and approvals
Taking part in ledger reviews and supporting internal audits
What We're Looking For
Due to the nature of the role and the support required within the team, we're ideally looking for someone who can settle in quickly and bring some existing experience from a similar environment.
You don't need to come from a super experienced finance background, but you will need to be organised, accurate and confident working across multiple systems.
Ideally, you'll bring:
Previous office-based experience, ideally within credit control, accounts,
or a process-driven admin role
A basic understanding of credit control or customer accounts
Good Excel and Microsoft Office skills
A confident, detail-focused and proactive approach
Strong communication skills and a team mindset
What's in it for You
You'll be joining a stable, well established business with a supportive team and clear processes in place.
Salary of up to £26,500 salary
5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8:30-17:00 with 1 hour lunch)
Hybrid working options (one day per week)
26 days holiday plus bank holidays
Health plan, critical illness cover and sick pay
Pension scheme and discretionary annual bonus
Volunteer days and staff discounts
Social events and team activities throughout the year
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Type: Permanent Location: Banbury, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £25000 - £26500 per annum + excellent benefits
Posted: 2026-07-14 11:15:53
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We are looking for a highly experienced Sales Manager with logistics territory sales experience based just outside Bicester.
The role is full time and permanent offering a salary of between £50,000 and £60,000 with an OTE of £100,000.
Working for a highly successful, growing family business who are a name in the logistics sector.
The main focus for the Sales Manager is to build long lasting relationships with businesses with strong growth potential.
Key Responsibilities for the Sales Manager:
Proactively, prospect and identify new B2B clients
Follow up/convert leads
Targeting medium to large manufacturers, retailers and online brands
Identifying client pain points, providing bespoke tailored logistics solutions and pricing structures
Creating tender and contract documentation for clients
Client presentations
Manage the 360 sales cycle
Work closely with operations for smooth implementation and client satisfaction
Build long term client relationships for repeat business and account growth
Regular visits to clients across the UK to win business, make presentations, tenders
Key Skills for the Sales Manager:
Proven track record within logistics, home delivery essential
Experience working independently in a field based role
Knowledge of the logistics, home delivery sector, pricing structures, competitors
Business development, prospecting, lead generation
Have managed a successful sales team
Account management and contract negotiation
Tender preparation and contract writing
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills at all levels
Strategic planning and proactive problem solving, able to build a solid pipeline
Highly motivated, proactive, and willing to "get stuck in"
Detail-oriented and thorough in approach
Accountable, taking ownership
Excellent communicator, able to influence and inspire others through expertise and data-driven insight
Confident relationship builder at all levels of a customer's organisation
What's in it for you?
Salary between £50,000 and £60,000 with an OTE £100,000
Excellent commission opportunities
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Company car, laptop and phone
Employee discount scheme
Food for lunches provided
Health and well being programme
Free onsite parking
Be part of a growing and developing family business
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Type: Permanent Location: Bicester, England
Start: 01/09/2026
Duration: permanent
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £60000 per annum + OTE £100,000
Posted: 2026-07-10 13:06:13
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We have an opportunity for a Product Marketing Executive to be join a sought-after employer of choice in Banbury, on a full time, permanent basis.
This position will be responsible for owning and driving the success of selected product ranges, ensuring the effective implementation of product and marketing plans to optimise revenue, margin growth, and competitive share.
The role balances strategic product management with hands-on operational execution, providing exposure to both UK and international stakeholders.
This position is full time Monday to Friday, permanent and offers hybrid working too.
As Product Marketing Executive, you will be responsible for:
Driving success of selected product categories, delivering revenue, margin, and market share growth
Developing and executing category plans, covering market analysis, range strategy, pricing, promotions, and segmentation
Leading product launches, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring on-time go-to-market delivery
Supporting the planning and delivery of targeted marketing campaigns, collaborating with Marketing Communications to reach key customer groups and channels
Analysing performance and competitors, translating insights into actionable recommendations
Managing UK product data, including certifications, images, instructions, and packaging approvals
Acting as UK product champion, collaborating with Sales, Marketing, and international stakeholders
Supporting sales and marketing activities, including product training, presentations, and content creation
Resolving product issues, working with UK support and German Product Management teams
Developing deep understanding of customer needs and buying behaviours, using market research, customer engagement, and field insight to inform decisions
Managing product lifecycle and portfolio, proactively identifying opportunities to improve, simplify, or discontinue ranges to maximise profitability and relevance
As Product Marketing Executive you must be/ have:
Degree in Marketing / Business (preferred)
Product and marketing experience within a fast-moving business
A keen interest in product management and passion to improve
Confident and strong communicator
Analytical, confident, structured and methodical
What's in it for you?
This is a great opportunity to join a market leader, who offers a collaborative culture.
The salary is £42,000 plus on target bonus, the hours are 37.5 hour per week, Monday - Friday, with hybrid working available.
You will also receive 26 days holidays plus bank holidays, study support, critical illness cover, sick pay, staff discounts and plenty of social events. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Banbury, England
Start: 01/07/2026
Salary / Rate: Up to £42000 per annum + on target bonus
Posted: 2026-07-08 09:43:01
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Due to company growth, we are looking for three experienced Production Supervisors to join a busy and fast-paced food manufacturing environment in Banbury, on a full time, permanent basis.
This role is responsible for supervising production teams, ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
You will play a key role in delivering daily production targets while maintaining strong standards across health & safety, food safety and team performance.
As Production Supervisor, you will coordinate and oversee production activities, ensuring operations run smoothly and efficiently throughout the shift.
Key responsibilities include:
Production Operations
Supervising daily production activities to ensure plans are delivered safely and on schedule
Monitoring performance including output, waste, downtime and labour efficiency
Ensuring production lines are set up correctly and operating to specification
Working closely with engineering, hygiene and technical teams to resolve operational issues
Managing effective shift handovers and clear communication of priorities
Health & Safety
Promoting a strong health and safety culture across the production team
Ensuring safe working practices, PPE compliance and adherence to company procedures
Reporting hazards, incidents and near misses and supporting corrective actions
Food Safety & Quality
Ensuring compliance with HACCP, GMP and site food safety procedures
Monitoring product quality to meet customer and company specifications
Supporting internal and external audits and maintaining accurate production records
Team Leadership
Leading, motivating and supporting production teams to achieve operational targets
Managing attendance, performance and development of team members
Providing training and encouraging a positive, team-focused working environment
Continuous Improvement
Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity and reduce waste
Supporting operational improvement initiatives and encouraging team involvement in problem solving
As Production Manager you must be/have:
Experience in a supervisory role within food manufacturing or production
Strong understanding of health & safety
Confident leading and motivating teams in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and organisational skills
Proactive, hands-on and focused on continuous improvement
What's in it for you?
c£44,000 salary
A 4-on, 4-off rotating shift pattern, consisting of 4-day shifts (06:00-18:00), followed by 4 rest days, then 4-night shifts (18:00-06:00), followed by 4 rest days
Opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing operation
A supportive team environment with opportunities to develop your leadership skills
If you are a motivated production professional who enjoys leading teams and driving operational performance, we would love to hear from you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Banbury, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £44229.15 per annum + Please Enter Benefits
Posted: 2026-07-06 14:47:03
