Senior Manager

Reed; Halifax; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Halifax is seeking a Senior Manager to oversee client portfolios, mentor a team, and identify growth opportunities. The role offers exceptional career progression towards a Director position within 2-3 years. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA qualified with significant experience in leading service delivery. Benefits include a competitive salary, private health care, and 25 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Career Progression

Collaborative Culture

Competitive Package

Annual Leave

Workplace Pension

Private Health Care

Employee Benefits Scheme

Life Assurance

Access to EAP

Flexibility

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in practice.
• Proven track record in managing client portfolios.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a diverse client portfolio and ensure exceptional service delivery.
• Mentor a team and promote a culture of excellence.
• Identify growth opportunities within existing accounts.

Skills

Client Portfolio Management

Leadership and Team Development

Business Growth

Change Management

Commercial Acumen

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

Job description

Reed Practice is partnering with a highly acquisitive Top50 who are looking to hire a Senior Manager in their Halifax office. This role not only offers exceptional career progression, with a clear pathway to a Director position within 2–3 years but also the opportunity to evolve into a Regional Lead responsible for driving growth and transformation across the area. Salary around £65k with potential flexibility.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Client Portfolio Management: Oversee a diverse portfolio, ensuring exceptional service delivery and fostering long-term relationships.
• Leadership and Team Development: Mentor and develop a team of professionals, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Business Growth: Identify and capitalise on opportunities to expand services within existing accounts and attract new clients.
• Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with Directors and Partners to shape and implement regional strategies aligned with the firm's objectives.
• Change Management: Lead initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, client satisfaction, and regional presence.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Qualifications: ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience in practice.
• Experience: Proven track record in managing client portfolios and leading service delivery across audit, accounts, and advisory.
• Commercial Acumen: Strong ability to identify and pursue growth opportunities.
• Leadership Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of inspiring and influencing teams and clients.
• Ambition: Motivated to progress to a Director-level role and drive regional growth.
• Regional Insight: Understanding of the North economy and professional landscape is advantageous.

Benefits

• Career Progression: A defined path to directorship with mentoring and leadership development.
• Collaborative Culture: A supportive team environment that values innovation and personal growth.
• Competitive Package: Attractive salary, performance-related bonuses, and benefits.
• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Workplace Pension: Comprehensive pension scheme.
• Private Health Care: Included.
• Employee Benefits Scheme: Offering discounts from hundreds of retailers.
• Life Assurance: Included.
• Access to EAP: Available.
• Flexibility: Adaptable working patterns and locations as you grow into a regional leadership role.