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Senior Payroll Coordinator

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Major Recruitment Oldbury are delighted to be recruiting for our Lutterworth based client who are seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their busy office. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the hours of work will be Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.

Duties and tasks will include:

  • Implementing new payroll schemes; processing starters, leavers and workplace pensions.
  • Calculating and applying statutory payments
  • Producing Construction Industry Scheme remittance slips and reporting CIS details to HMRC
  • Payroll/CIS reporting and auditing
  • Submission of pension declarations
  • Assisting with year-end processes
  • Corresponding with our accounts and tax teams, producing reports as required
  • Communicating directly with clients
  • Communicating directly with HMRC

Candidates welcome to apply for the role will have the following:

  • Payroll knowledge and experience
  • Ideally a CIPP certification
  • A sound understanding of Microsoft Office suite particularly Outlook and Excel.
  • Numerate, have good attention to detail and impeccable numerical accuracy
  • The ability to work in a time critical environment.
  • Communicate effectively and professionally with clients and co-worker.
  • Ideally l am looking for Payroll knowledge and experience; however, we will consider candidates who can demonstrate that they have worked in environments using the core skills relatable for the role

Major Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies and as an Employment Business in relation to temporary or contract vacancies, as defined under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

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Machine Operative

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Machine Operative
Temp to perm
Hourly rate – £13.00 – £14.00 per hour
Coalville
Hours: Rotating shifts – 05:30-13:30 and 13:30-21:30.

Hamilton Woods are currently working with a well established manufacturing business based in Coalville. As a Machine Operative you’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth production processes in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate and monitor production line machinery to ensure efficient and accurate operation.
  • Ensure all tasks are performed safely, following company policies and safety documentation such as risk assessments, control procedures, and safe systems of work.
  • Promptly and transparently report any safety issues, accidents, incidents, or potential hazards related to the environment or equipment, in line with company guidelines.
  • Support and uphold site cleanliness by following designated cleaning schedules.
  • Consistently adhere to and uphold quality standards and procedures.
  • Respond quickly and effectively to any disruptions or failures affecting productivity or processes.
  • Maintain clear and effective communication with team members and supervisors.

Essential Skills:

  • Experience working with machinery in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
  • Basic mechanical knowledge and problem-solving skills to address issues.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment.
  • Commitment to maintaining high safety and quality standards at all times.

If you would like to apply for this role, please get in contact with your CV attached to mitch@hamilton-woods.com

CNC Turner Setter / Operator

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CNC Turner – Hinckley, England

Major Recruitment are looking to hire a reliable and motivated CNC Turner to join our client’s skilled team in Hinckley. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a busy and supportive environment using a variety of modern CNC turning machines.

Position: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday
Shifts Available: day shift or night shift avaliable
Overtime: Available at x1.5 (after standard hours)

Key Responsibilities

  • Set and operate CNC lathes (e.g., Doosan, Mazak, Fanuc-controlled equipment).

  • Read and interpret technical/engineering drawings.

  • Machine components to tight tolerances and quality standards.

  • Carry out program edits and tool offsets where required.

  • Inspect finished parts using micrometers, verniers, and other standard measuring equipment.

  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment and perform basic machine maintenance.

What We’re Looking For

  • Previous experience in CNC turning or a similar precision machining role preferred.

  • Ability to read and work confidently from engineering drawings.

  • Strong attention to detail with a focus on producing high-quality work.

  • Willingness to learn new skills and machine types (training provided).

  • Able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

  • Permanent, full-time position.

  • Overtime available at time and a half.

  • Work on a wide range of components and subcontracted projects.

  • Clean and modern workshop environment.

  • Long-term training and career progression opportunities.

How to Apply

If you’re interested in joining a growing and well-established engineering business, please apply with your CV.

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CNC Turner Setter / Operator

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CNC Turner – Hinckley, England

Major Recruitment are looking to hire a reliable and motivated CNC Turner to join our client’s skilled team in Hinckley. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a busy and supportive environment using a variety of modern CNC turning machines.

Position: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday
Shifts Available: day shift or night shift avaliable
Overtime: Available at x1.5 (after standard hours)

Key Responsibilities

  • Set and operate CNC lathes (e.g., Doosan, Mazak, Fanuc-controlled equipment).

  • Read and interpret technical/engineering drawings.

  • Machine components to tight tolerances and quality standards.

  • Carry out program edits and tool offsets where required.

  • Inspect finished parts using micrometers, verniers, and other standard measuring equipment.

  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment and perform basic machine maintenance.

What We’re Looking For

  • Previous experience in CNC turning or a similar precision machining role preferred.

  • Ability to read and work confidently from engineering drawings.

  • Strong attention to detail with a focus on producing high-quality work.

  • Willingness to learn new skills and machine types (training provided).

  • Able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

  • Permanent, full-time position.

  • Overtime available at time and a half.

  • Work on a wide range of components and subcontracted projects.

  • Clean and modern workshop environment.

  • Long-term training and career progression opportunities.

How to Apply

If you’re interested in joining a growing and well-established engineering business, please apply with your CV.

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Forklift Driver

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Forklift Truck Operator (Counterbalance)

Location: Coalville
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts – mornings and afternoons

A well-established manufacturing business based in Coalville is looking for an experienced Counterbalance FLT Operator to join their team.

This is a great opportunity for someone with previous FLT experience who is comfortable working in a busy warehouse or manufacturing environment and takes pride in working safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely operating a counterbalance forklift to move materials throughout the site
  • Loading and unloading incoming and outgoing goods accurately and efficiently
  • Moving, organising and storing stock in accordance with site procedures
  • Completing daily forklift and equipment checks and reporting any faults or issues
  • Working in line with all company health and safety procedures
  • Supporting wider warehouse duties when required
  • Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised working environment

Requirements

  • Valid Category B1 or B2 FLT licence – essential
  • Previous forklift experience within a warehouse, manufacturing or similar environment
  • Good understanding of workplace health and safety procedures
  • Reliable, practical and safety-conscious approach to work
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Flexibility to work rotating morning and afternoon shifts

If you’re an experienced Counterbalance FLT Operator, please send your CV to mitch@hamilton-woods.com.

Interim Management Accountant

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Interim Management Accountant

Location: Leicester
Contract: 6-12 months
Day Rate: £250 – £300 per day DOE
Working Pattern: Hybrid

Hamilton Woods Associates are currently supporting a leading manufacturing business in Leicester with the appointment of an Interim Management Accountant.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Management Accountant to join an established finance function and take ownership of key month-end, management accounting and manufacturing finance activities from day one.

The Role

Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will play a hands-on role across month-end, management reporting and financial analysis, working closely with operational teams to provide accurate and meaningful financial information.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Preparing monthly management accounts and supporting month-end close.
  • Producing and analysing P&L and balance sheet reporting.
  • Completing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating variances.
  • Analysing manufacturing costs, stock and production variances.
  • Monitoring key financial and operational KPIs.
  • Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes.
  • Providing detailed variance analysis and financial commentary.
  • Supporting accurate stock reporting and valuation.
  • Preparing journals, accruals and prepayments.
  • Working closely with operational and non-finance stakeholders.
  • Identifying opportunities to improve financial controls and processes.
  • Providing ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting to support decision-making.

About You

We are looking for a hands-on Management Accountant who can quickly integrate into a manufacturing environment and make an immediate impact.

You will ideally have:

  • Proven Management Accounting experience within manufacturing.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing finance, including stock, costs, variances and production KPIs.
  • Previous experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) or a similar ERP system.
  • Strong month-end and management accounts experience.
  • Excellent Excel and analytical skills.
  • Strong reconciliation and variance analysis experience.
  • The ability to work independently and hit the ground running in an interim environment.
  • Excellent communication skills with the confidence to work with finance and operational stakeholders.

The Opportunity

This is a genuinely hands-on 6-12 month interim assignment offering the opportunity to make an immediate impact within an established manufacturing operation.

If you’re an experienced Management Accountant with manufacturing and D365 experience, we’d be keen to hear from you.

Transport Planning Administrator

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🚛 Transport Planning Administrator 🚛

📍 Office Based | Monday – Friday | 5:30am – 1:30pm
💼 Permanent Position

A fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced logistics and transport operation within a growing manufacturing and distribution business.

This is a hands-on transport planning role focused on the daily scheduling and route planning of multiple loads. You’ll be responsible for planning efficient delivery schedules, coordinating vehicles and drivers, and ensuring multiple deliveries are allocated and dispatched on time.

Working closely with customers, hauliers and internal teams, you’ll play a key role in making sure daily transport plans run efficiently and issues are resolved quickly.

Key Responsibilities:

* Plan and schedule multiple daily loads and deliveries across the transport network
* Build efficient delivery routes, considering locations, timings, vehicle capacity and delivery requirements
* Allocate loads to appropriate vehicles and hauliers
* Monitor and adjust routes throughout the day in response to delays, changes or operational issues
* Build and update loads on the internal transport planning system
* Coordinate directly with customers, hauliers, drivers and warehouse teams
* Manage inbound and outbound calls relating to deliveries, routes and schedules
* Identify and resolve delivery or transport issues quickly and efficiently
* Investigate orders that have not been delivered or processed correctly
* Produce and review transport reports to identify issues and improve planning efficiency
* Maintain accurate transport and planning records
* Support the wider transport team to ensure all daily loads are planned and dispatched on time

Ideal Background:

* Previous hands-on transport planning / route planning experience is essential
* Experience planning multiple loads and deliveries simultaneously
* Experience working directly with B2B customers and hauliers
* Strong understanding of transport scheduling, routing and vehicle utilisation
* Experience within logistics, transport or distribution environments
* Confident using transport management systems and Microsoft Office
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Able to remain calm and make quick decisions in a fast-paced operational environment
* Proactive, reliable and highly organised with excellent attention to detail

Head of Finance

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📢 Head of Finance
💰 £100,000 – £110,000 & Excellent Benefits
📍 Derby – Hybrid
💼 Permanent

Construction/Property Development Experience Required

Are you a qualified accountant with significant commercial finance experience within the housebuilding or construction sector? We’re recruiting for a Head of Finance to join a well-established and growing organisation, providing senior financial leadership across a regional business.

The Role

As Head of Finance, you’ll report directly to the Finance Director and take responsibility for the delivery of accurate financial reporting, forecasting and financial control across the region. You’ll lead the finance team and work closely with senior stakeholders across commercial, land and sales, providing insight that supports business performance and strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare monthly financial forecasts, including life-of-site project reviews.
  • Lead the production of monthly management accounts, reporting packs and performance analysis.
  • Oversee short-term and longer-term cashflow forecasting and management.
  • Manage the financial reporting and accounting requirements for regional Joint Ventures, including board reporting and cashflows.
  • Produce concise financial information and analysis for senior management and the regional board.
  • Lead and develop the regional finance team, ensuring high standards of financial control and reporting.
  • Ensure financial processes and reporting comply with accounting standards, Group requirements and internal deadlines.
  • Work closely with commercial, land and sales teams to challenge performance, identify risks and drive commercial outcomes.
  • Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data across core finance and reporting systems.
  • Lead and support process improvement initiatives, improving efficiency, controls and quality of financial information.
  • Liaise with external auditors during year-end, half-year and Joint Venture audits.
  • Support the Finance Director and Managing Director with ad hoc commercial and strategic reporting.
  • Act as deputy to the Finance Director when required.

Requirements:

  • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.
  • Significant finance experience within the housebuilding or construction sector is essential.
  • Extensive post-qualified experience within a commercially focused finance environment.
  • Proven experience leading financial reporting, forecasting and management information.
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.
  • Experience managing and developing a finance team.
  • Strong understanding of financial controls, reporting processes and performance management.
  • Excellent Excel skills and a strong analytical mindset.
  • Experience with COINS and/or Anaplan would be desirable.
  • Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships across finance and non-finance teams.
  • Proactive, commercially minded and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • You’ll be joining a successful regional business in a senior finance position, working closely with the Finance Director and wider leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of a significant regional finance function and play a key role in driving commercial performance.

If you would like to apply for the role, please send your CV to mitch@hamilton-woods.com.

Interim Credit Control Manager

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Interim Credit Control Manager

Location: Leicester (Office-based with flexibility where appropriate)
Contract: Interim 6-12 Months
Salary: Equivalent to circa £40,000 per annum

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Interim Credit Control Manager to join a well-established business based in Leicester on an initial 6-12 month contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on credit professional to lead the credit control function, drive cash collection performance and support the wider finance team during a busy period. The successful candidate will be responsible for improving debtor performance, managing the credit control team and implementing best practice across the function.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the day-to-day activities of the credit control team.
  • Drive cash collection and reduce aged debt.
  • Monitor debtor balances and produce regular aged debt reports.
  • Develop and implement effective credit control strategies and processes.
  • Build strong working relationships with customers to resolve outstanding queries and payment issues.
  • Review and approve credit limits and assess customer credit risk.
  • Escalate high-risk accounts where appropriate.
  • Produce weekly and monthly KPI reports for senior management.
  • Work closely with the wider finance team to support cash flow forecasting.
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes and controls within the credit function.
  • Support with month-end activities relating to accounts receivable.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Previous experience managing a credit control function or team.
  • A proven track record of improving cash collection and reducing debtor days.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
  • Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Experience using ERP or finance systems, alongside strong Excel skills.
  • The ability to work independently and deliver results within a fast-paced environment.

Senior Payroll Coordinator

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Major Recruitment Oldbury are delighted to be recruiting for our Lutterworth based client who are seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their busy office. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the hours of work will be Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.

Duties and tasks will include:

  • Implementing new payroll schemes; processing starters, leavers and workplace pensions.
  • Calculating and applying statutory payments
  • Producing Construction Industry Scheme remittance slips and reporting CIS details to HMRC
  • Payroll/CIS reporting and auditing
  • Submission of pension declarations
  • Assisting with year-end processes
  • Corresponding with our accounts and tax teams, producing reports as required
  • Communicating directly with clients
  • Communicating directly with HMRC

Candidates welcome to apply for the role will have the following:

  • Payroll knowledge and experience
  • Ideally a CIPP certification
  • A sound understanding of Microsoft Office suite particularly Outlook and Excel.
  • Numerate, have good attention to detail and impeccable numerical accuracy
  • The ability to work in a time critical environment.
  • Communicate effectively and professionally with clients and co-worker.
  • Ideally l am looking for Payroll knowledge and experience; however, we will consider candidates who can demonstrate that they have worked in environments using the core skills relatable for the role

Major Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies and as an Employment Business in relation to temporary or contract vacancies, as defined under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

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