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Solicitor

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We are currently recruiting a Private Client Solicitor for our client based in Aberdeen.

The role will focus on delivering Wills, POAs and lifetime planning advice to clients, and offers genuine career progression opportunities.

Successful candidates will enjoy a high level of client and team interaction, assist with managing a varied caseload of Private Client work, and day to day duties will typically include meeting with clients, taking instructions in respect of and drafting Wills and Powers of Attorney and providing succession planning, asset protection and tax mitigation advice and services, along with handling the administration of executry and trust estates. Our client acts for a range of clients, including individuals, trustees and executors from all over Scotland and beyond.

Skills & Experience:

  • Previous experience as a Private Client Solicitor qualified in Scots Law is essential
  • The ideal candidate will have achieved or be willing to pursue STEP qualification
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Passion and enthusiasm for Private Client work
  • Adopts responsibility for proactively managing own workload, ensuring quality and responsiveness
  • A team player, keen to share knowledge with less experienced members of the team but also keen to learn from colleagues and continue to build their own knowledge and personally develop themselves
  • An ambitious, driven, personable individual who has the desire to make a Firm contribution

Competitive salary, and a fantastic opportunity.

For more information, contact Major Recruitment Aberdeen now on 01224 454070

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Class 1 Driver

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We are currently recruiting for Class 1 Drivers for our client!

Location: In and around Aberdeen / Aberdeenshire

About the Role
We are looking for a reliable and professional Class 1 (HGV) Driver to join the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and timely transportation of goods while delivering excellent customer service and maintaining full compliance with road transport regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely operate Class 1 vehicles.
  • Complete scheduled deliveries and collections efficiently and on time.
  • Conduct daily vehicle safety checks and report any defects.
  • Assisting with offloading of goods.
  • Secure loads correctly and ensure safe transportation.
  • Complete delivery paperwork and electronic records accurately.
  • Comply with all DVSA regulations, Working Time Directive, and drivers’ hours legislation.
  • Maintain high standards of vehicle cleanliness and road safety.
  • Communicate effectively with transport planners, customers, and depot staff.

Essential Requirements

  • Valid UK Class 1 driving licence.
  • Excellent driving record
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

For more information, please contact Ashley at Major Recruitment Aberdeen.

01224 454 070

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Assistant Manager – Accounts & Business Advisory

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Role: Assistant Manager – Accounts & Business Advisory
Location: Aberdeen
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are working with a well-established firm in Aberdeen who is looking for an Assistant Manager to join their Business Advisory team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified ACA/ACCA/CA with around 2-3 years’ post-qualification experience in an accountancy practice. You’ll take ownership of a varied portfolio of clients, managing assignments from planning through to near-completion, while developing strong client relationships and supporting the development of junior team members.

You will be responsible for:

  • Managing a portfolio of accounts and compliance assignments from planning through to near-completion.
  • Preparing and reviewing statutory and management accounts for a diverse client base.
  • Preparing and reviewing VAT returns, ensuring compliance and identifying opportunities to provide practical advisory support.
  • Applying strong knowledge of FRS 102 across a range of entity types.
  • Reviewing tax computations where appropriate.
  • Reviewing work completed by seniors and trainees, providing constructive feedback and coaching.
  • Managing day-to-day client communication and attending client meetings where required.
  • Building trusted relationships with business owners and finance contacts, providing practical guidance and identifying opportunities to add value.
  • Identifying technical issues and escalating these to the Manager where appropriate.
  • Supporting junior team members with their development and day-to-day technical queries.
  • Ensuring work is delivered to a consistently high technical and professional standard.

We’re looking for someone who is:

  • ACA, ACCA or CA qualified.
  • Experienced within an accountancy practice, ideally with 2-3 years’ post-qualification experience.
  • Strong technically, with good knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS 102.
  • Confident across statutory accounts, management accounts and VAT compliance.
  • Comfortable reviewing work and providing guidance to more junior members of the team.
  • Professional and confident when dealing directly with clients.
  • Organised, reliable and able to take ownership of assignments.
  • Commercially aware, with an interest in providing practical advisory support alongside compliance work.
  • Committed to maintaining high standards and continuing professional development.

Systems & Software (Experience with the following would be advantageous):

  • CCH
  • Retain
  • Microsoft 365 / Excel / Teams
  • Xero
  • QuickBooks
  • FreeAgent
  • Sage Online and Sage 50
  • Power BI awareness

Benefits include:

  • Competitive salary
  • Personalised development and career progression opportunities
  • Ongoing professional development and CPD support
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Opportunities to work with a varied portfolio of clients
  • Exposure to both accounts and advisory work
  • Opportunities to develop leadership and people-management skills
  • Modern, technology-focused working environment

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing professional firm where people, client relationships, teamwork and development are genuinely valued.

You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your own portfolio, develop your advisory skills, support junior team members and progress your career within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

If you’re a qualified accounts professional looking for the next step in your career, or know someone who is, we’d love to hear from you!

Contact Major Recruitment Aberdeen
01224 454 070
ashleyfoget@major-recruitment.com

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Customer Services Assistant

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We are looking to recruit a Customer Services Assistants for our client on a temporary contract, based in the Aberdeen area.

Main responsibilities:

* Support Customer Services Coordinators with non-customer-facing administrative activities
* Prepare certification for surveyor approval, and filing certification
* Support scrap process of non-compliant iron in stock
* Provide reception support, including answering incoming calls and managing visitor sign-in

Hours: 37 per week. Mon-Thurs 8.30am-4.30pm and Fri 8.30am-4pm with 30 mins lunch break.

This is a temporary role for 12 weeks, weekly paid and fully office based.

This would be ideal for someone who is available immediately.

For more information, contact Sarah at Major Recruitment Aberdeen now!

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Trainee Safety Technician

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The Role: Trainee Safety Technician
Location: Aberdeen (with occasional travel to customer sites)
Job Type: Full-time

We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Trainee Safety Technician to join a well-establoished Aberdeen team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within the marine, industrial, offshore, and energy industries. You’ll receive comprehensive training, hands-on experience, and ongoing support while learning from experienced technicians.

Key Responsibilities:
Based primarily at the Aberdeen workshop, you’ll assist with the maintenance, inspection, testing, and preparation of specialist safety equipment. You’ll also visit customer locations when required, helping to ensure equipment is serviced and ready for operational use.

Responsibilities include:

  • Assisting with the inspection, maintenance, servicing, and testing of a variety of safety equipment.
  • Preparing equipment for customer hire, sales, servicing, and mobilisation projects.
  • Helping manage customer-owned assets alongside the company’s rental fleet.
  • Recording inspection findings, service reports, and equipment history using company systems.
  • Supporting the receipt, storage, and dispatch of equipment.
  • Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment.
  • Completing routine administrative tasks and ensuring accurate documentation.
  • Working in line with company Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) procedures.
  • Travelling to customer facilities, offshore installations, or marine locations when required.

Equipment You’ll Gain Experience With:
As part of your development, training may include work on equipment such as:

  • Portable and fixed gas detection systems
  • Breathing apparatus and respiratory protection equipment
  • Fall protection and working-at-height systems
  • Radiation monitoring instruments
  • Breathing air compressors
  • Nitrogen generation systems
  • Fire safety and firefighting equipment
  • Lifejackets, immersion suits, and other lifesaving equipment

About You:
No previous experience in this type of role is required. Full training will be provided. Looking for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys practical work, and has a positive attitude.
You’ll ideally have:

  • A practical and hands-on approach.
  • A willingness to develop new technical skills.
  • Good attention to detail and a methodical way of working.
  • Basic IT and administration skills.
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
  • A commitment to working safely and following established procedures.
  • A dependable, professional attitude.
  • A full UK driving licence, or the willingness to obtain one within an agreed timeframe.
  • Flexibility to travel as business needs require.

Experience in engineering, mechanical, electrical, workshop, manufacturing, marine, industrial, or oil and gas environments would be an advantage but is not essential.

What We Offer:

  • Full training and ongoing support from experienced technicians.
  • Practical experience working with a wide range of specialist safety equipment.
  • Opportunities to gain recognised industry qualifications and certifications.
  • Clear career progression into Safety Technician and more senior technical roles.
  • A varied position combining workshop duties, customer site visits, and administrative responsibilities.
  • The opportunity to work across the marine, offshore, industrial, and energy sectors.

Apply now! For more information, contact Ashley at Major Recruitment Aberdeen.

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Driver / Warehouse Operative

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Driver / Warehouse Operative
Location: Aberdeen

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Driver / Warehouse Operative to join our team. This is a varied role involving both warehouse duties and local deliveries, so we’re looking for someone who is organised and dependable.

The Role
Your responsibilities will include:

  • Loading and unloading deliveries safely and efficiently
  • Picking, packing and preparing customer orders
  • Driving company vehicles to complete deliveries and collections
  • Checking goods and delivery paperwork
  • Keeping the warehouse clean, tidy and organised
  • Moving and storing stock safely
  • Providing friendly and professional service
  • Following company health and safety procedures
  • Carrying out other general warehouse duties as required

About You
We’re looking for someone who:

  • Has a full, clean driving licence
  • Has good driving and time-management skills
  • Is reliable, punctual and hardworking
  • Can work independently and as part of a team
  • Has a positive attitude and good customer-service skills
  • Previous warehouse or delivery experience is an advantage

To learn more get in touch at Major Recruitment Aberdeen.

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Housekeepers – Immediate Start

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We are currently recruiting for Housekeepers for our client – a venue on the outskirts of Aberdeen.

Candidates must have previous experience within a housekeeping or cleaning environment.

Working hours will be 9am/9:30am-3pm.

Working hours will be weekdays 10am-4pm/5pm and weekend 9am-5pm.

Ideal for experienced housekeepers who are immediately available for work.

Ideally, you will have your own transport.

Hourly rate will be £12.71.

Weekly pay!

Please call Sarah at Major Recruitment on 07855 170294/01224 454070 or email sarahgillanders@major-recruitment.com

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Temporary Administrator

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We are currently recruiting for a temporary administrator for our client based in Aberdeen.

We are looking for a highly organised, reliable, and professional Administrator to join our team. The successful candidate will provide day-to-day administrative support, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the office and assisting colleagues, customers, and management as required.

The role is to start Friday 21st August – 9th September – Monday – Friday – 8:30am-5pm.

The role will be general administration duties, and office support.

The role will be weekly paid, and the hourly rate is £12.71 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day administrative tasks and office operations.
  • Answer telephone calls, respond to emails, and deal with enquiries professionally.
  • Maintain accurate records, databases, files, and documentation.
  • Prepare letters, reports, spreadsheets, and other correspondence.
  • Schedule meetings, appointments, and maintain calendars.
  • Process paperwork, invoices, purchase orders, and other administrative documents.
  • Assist with data entry and ensure information is accurate and up to date.
  • Liaise with customers, suppliers, colleagues, and external organisations.
  • Order office supplies and maintain appropriate stock levels.
  • Support management and other departments with general administrative duties.
  • Handle confidential information appropriately and professionally.
  • Follow company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.
  • Undertake any other reasonable administrative duties required by the business.

For more information, please contact Sarah on 01224 454 070 or email your CV with interest at sarahgillanders@major-recruitment.com

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Part Time F&B Supervisor

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We are currelty recrutiing for a Part-Time F&B Supervisor for our client based in Aberdeen.

The Food and Beverage Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of food and beverage outlets, ensuring exceptional customer service, maintaining high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and safety, and supporting the management team in achieving operational and financial goals. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating service, handling customer concerns, and ensuring compliance with company policies and health and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise the day-to-day operation of the restaurant, bar, café, or food and beverage outlets.
Ensure efficient and smooth service during all operating hours.
Monitor food and beverage quality to ensure company standards are consistently met.
Conduct opening and closing procedures and complete daily operational checks.
Assist with stock control, ordering, receiving deliveries, and inventory management.
Ensure equipment is maintained and report maintenance issues promptly.

Team Leadership
Supervise, motivate, and support food and beverage team members.
Allocate duties and manage staff breaks and shift schedules.
Train, coach, and develop new and existing employees.
Monitor staff performance and provide constructive feedback.
Promote teamwork and maintain a positive working environment.

Customer Service
Deliver outstanding guest service and ensure a welcoming atmosphere.
Resolve customer complaints professionally and efficiently.
Build positive relationships with guests to encourage repeat business.
Ensure service standards consistently exceed customer expectations.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workplace.
Follow all company policies and local health and safety regulations.
Ensure responsible service of alcohol where applicable.
Conduct regular safety and cleanliness inspections.
Financial Responsibilities
Assist in achieving sales and profitability targets.
Monitor labour costs and minimise waste.
Handle cash, reconcile tills, and follow cash handling procedures.
Support promotional activities and upselling initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications
Previous experience in a food and beverage supervisory or senior service role.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
Good organisational and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
Proficiency with point-of-sale (POS) systems is desirable.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

For more information, please contact Sarah at Major Recruitment Aberdeen

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Part Time F&B Supervisor

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We are currelty recrutiing for a Part-Time F&B Supervisor for our client based in Aberdeen.

The Food and Beverage Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of food and beverage outlets, ensuring exceptional customer service, maintaining high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and safety, and supporting the management team in achieving operational and financial goals. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating service, handling customer concerns, and ensuring compliance with company policies and health and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise the day-to-day operation of the restaurant, bar, café, or food and beverage outlets.
Ensure efficient and smooth service during all operating hours.
Monitor food and beverage quality to ensure company standards are consistently met.
Conduct opening and closing procedures and complete daily operational checks.
Assist with stock control, ordering, receiving deliveries, and inventory management.
Ensure equipment is maintained and report maintenance issues promptly.

Team Leadership
Supervise, motivate, and support food and beverage team members.
Allocate duties and manage staff breaks and shift schedules.
Train, coach, and develop new and existing employees.
Monitor staff performance and provide constructive feedback.
Promote teamwork and maintain a positive working environment.

Customer Service
Deliver outstanding guest service and ensure a welcoming atmosphere.
Resolve customer complaints professionally and efficiently.
Build positive relationships with guests to encourage repeat business.
Ensure service standards consistently exceed customer expectations.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workplace.
Follow all company policies and local health and safety regulations.
Ensure responsible service of alcohol where applicable.
Conduct regular safety and cleanliness inspections.
Financial Responsibilities
Assist in achieving sales and profitability targets.
Monitor labour costs and minimise waste.
Handle cash, reconcile tills, and follow cash handling procedures.
Support promotional activities and upselling initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications
Previous experience in a food and beverage supervisory or senior service role.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
Good organisational and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
Proficiency with point-of-sale (POS) systems is desirable.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

For more information, please contact Sarah at Major Recruitment Aberdeen

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