• Bookkeeper – Crawley – Up to £32k
  Permanent | Office Based | Growing business & lovely team!

  Alexander Lloyd are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a busy and sociable work environment. Our client, a friendly business based in Crawley, is looking for a confident and capable Bookkeeper to join their growing team.

  This is a fantastic permanent opportunity offering someone a fast paced and dynamic, engaging workplace.

  What’s on offer:

  Salary up to £32,000 (DOE)

  Permanent, full time

  Supportive, inclusive and sociable team

  Long-term development opportunities

  The role:

  You’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting a variety of clients with day-to-day bookkeeping needs. This role offers great autonomy, variety, and the chance to be part of a forward-thinking business.

  Key responsibilities include:

  Managing bookkeeping, AP, AR, Credit Control

  Bank reconciliations, VAT returns, and ledger management

  Using Xero and/or QuickBooks to maintain accurate accounts

  Assisting with or managing payroll (desirable, not essential)

  Liaising with finance queries

  About you:

  Proven experience as a Bookkeeper

  Confident using Sage

  Payroll knowledge is desirable

  Proactive, friendly, and not phased in a busy workplace

  Able to work independently and manage your own schedule

  This is only one of many vacancies we are handling. Alexander Lloyd is the leading recruiter across a range of roles within the Finance and Accountancy space. From part to fully qualified accountants within Financial Reporting, Management Accounts, FP&A, commercial finance up to Director level throughout Surrey, Sussex, London & Kent.

  Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website www.alexanderlloyd.co.uk for any other roles which may be of interest.

  

  Bookkeeper

• Alexander Lloyd are working with a well-established and highly regarded business based in East Grinstead, where we’ve already placed the majority of the finance team – so we can personally vouch for the positive culture, stability, and supportive environment.

  They are now looking to add a Finance Assistant to the team. This is an office-based role, so you must be a driver with access to your own vehicle, paying up to £32k PA.

  About the Role:

  You’ll be supporting the Finance Manager in maintaining the accuracy and effectiveness of the Finance Department, working across both sales and purchase ledgers and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

  This is a varied and busy role with scope to develop and take ownership of processes. It’s perfect for someone who enjoys a hands-on finance environment and is keen to be a key part of a collaborative team.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Allocate customer receipts and supplier payments
  • Produce and send sales invoices
  • Manage credit control and debt recovery
  • Maintain and update the purchase ledger
  • Process supplier payment runs
  • Monitor and analyse credit reports and customer limits
  • Handle customer queries and resolve payment issues
  • Manage finance inboxes and admin tasks
  • Maintain database records with accuracy
  • Deliver consistent, professional customer service
  • Support the wider team and contribute to business growth

  About You:

  • Previous finance or accounts experience (ideally in a similar all-round role)
  • Confident working with numbers and financial systems
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Able to work to deadlines and manage multiple priorities
  • A team player with a proactive attitude
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
  • Happy to work in the office full time

  This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company where people genuinely enjoy working. If you’re looking for a stable, friendly environment where your work makes a real difference – this could be the perfect next step for you.

  This is only one of many vacancies we are handling. Alexander Lloyd is the leading recruiter across a range of roles within the Finance and Accountancy space. From part to fully qualified accountants within Financial Reporting, Management Accounts, FP&A, commercial finance up to Director level throughout Surrey, Sussex, London & Kent. Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role.

  

  Finance Assistant

• About the company:

  Alexander Lloyd is working in partnership with an award-winning independent professional trustee firm and part of an integrated group of independently owned companies. Since their inception, our client has grown to become one of the largest independent professional trustee companies in the UK, offering expert management for Pension schemes.

  Our client offices a flexible hybrid working arrangement of 2x days per week in the London or Leeds office.

  About the role:

  As a Senior Pensions Manager, the successful candidate will be working as part of the outsourced pensions management and scheme secretarial team. Acting as the lead, managing a portfolio of clients and managing the day-to-day delivery of services to those clients. Key responsibilities will involve:

  • Lead and oversee the project management of a portfolio of pension schemes and specific projects being undertaken.
  • Oversee delivery of scheme secretarial and scheme governance tasks.
  • Assist with refinement of pension management processes.
  • Monitor budgets and ensure recovery and profitability.
  • Act as a line manager, setting team objectives, giving feedback, appraising performance and addressing performance issues, support colleagues with professional development.
  • Assist with new business activity such as identifying new business development opportunities, lead on new business pitches, deliver on client seminars, writing blogs and articles for marketing purposes.

  Experience required:

  • Strong Defined Benefits background, with scheme secretarial and governance experience ideally.
  • Strong technical understanding of pension legislation, regulations, and other relevant legislation including scheme management and compliance.
  • Project management experience, ability to prioritise and work to client deadlines.
  • Current team / line management experience.
  • Experience of new business activity including new business pitches, networking and attending industry events.

  If you’re ready to take the next step in your as a Senior Pensions Manager, then please apply to today!

  

  Senior Pensions Manager

• About the company:

  Alexander Lloyd is working in partnership with an award-winning independent professional trustee firm and part of an integrated group of independently owned companies. Since their inception, our client has grown to become one of the largest independent professional trustee companies in the UK, offering expert management for Pension schemes.

  Our client offices operate a flexible hybrid working arrangement of 2x days per week in the London or Leeds office.

  About the role:

  As a Senior Pensions Manager, the successful candidate will be working as part of the outsourced pensions management and scheme secretarial team. Acting as the lead, managing a portfolio of clients and managing the day-to-day delivery of services to those clients. Key responsibilities will involve:

  • Lead and oversee the project management of a portfolio of pension schemes and specific projects being undertaken.
  • Oversee delivery of scheme secretarial and scheme governance tasks.
  • Assist with refinement of pension management processes.
  • Monitor budgets and ensure recovery and profitability.
  • Act as a line manager, setting team objectives, giving feedback, appraising performance and addressing performance issues, support colleagues with professional development.
  • Assist with new business activity such as identifying new business development opportunities, lead on new business pitches, deliver on client seminars, writing blogs and articles for marketing purposes.

  Experience required:

  • Strong Defined Benefits background, with scheme secretarial and governance experience ideally.
  • Strong technical understanding of pension legislation, regulations, and other relevant legislation including scheme management and compliance.
  • Project management experience, ability to prioritise and work to client deadlines.
  • Current team / line management experience.
  • Experience of new business activity including new business pitches, networking and attending industry events.

  If you’re ready to take the next step in your as a Senior Pensions Manager, then please apply to today!

  

  Senior Pensions Manager

• Role: Director of HR

  Location: Epsom area (4-5 days per week in the office) UK Travel Required
  Salary: £90,000 – £120,000 + Car Allowance, Bonus & Benefits
  Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

  Overview

  We are delighted to be working on a retained and exclusive basis to appoint an experienced Director of HR for a well-established and growing organisation headquartered in the Epsom area.

  This is a pivotal leadership opportunity for an accomplished HR professional to shape and deliver a comprehensive People Strategy aligned with the organisation’s commercial objectives and cultural ambitions. As a key member of the senior leadership team, the successful candidate will play a central role in supporting future growth and organisational success.

  The Role

  • Lead the design and execution of the organisation’s People Strategy to support business performance and future growth.
  • Partner with the CEO and senior leadership team to drive engagement, culture, and workforce capability.
  • Oversee the full employee lifecycle, ensuring HR operations deliver excellence and compliance.
  • Build organisational capability through effective talent management, succession planning, and leadership development.
  • Promote a culture of openness, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Provide expert advice and coaching to the executive team on strategic people matters.
  • Lead on major HR initiatives including change management, reward and benefits, and M&A integration.
  • Manage external HR partners and suppliers, ensuring best value and service quality.

  About You

  • CIPD-qualified (or equivalent) with substantial senior HR leadership experience.
  • Proven success at Head of HR level or above, ideally within a complex, multi-site, or regulated organisation.
  • Skilled in M&A activity, organisational design, and culture change.
  • In-depth understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
  • Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
  • Commercially astute, pragmatic, and comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  • Inspirational leader with strong coaching and mentoring capability.

  Desirable Experience

  • Degree-educated.
  • Background in financial services, retail, or multi-site environments.
  • Exposure to international or regulated business settings.

  Package

  • Competitive salary: £90,000 – £120,000 (depending on experience)
  • Car allowance
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits package

  Please quote 51949 when calling Theo Saunders at Alexander Lloyd or email them at tsa@alexanderlloyd.co.uk. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling, Alexander Lloyd Human Resources Recruitment Solutions is the leading recruiter for HR Director, Manager, Business Partner, Learning & Development, Internal Communications, Talent Acquisition and Reward opportunities across Surrey, Sussex, Kent and London.

  Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website www.alexanderlloyd.co.uk for any other roles which may be of interest.

  

  HR Director

• Group Head of People – International Scope

  Based County Durham, predominantly on site

  £70-80k plus benefits

  A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a strategic and operational HR leader to take ownership of the global people function across multiple UK and international locations (c200 FTE). Reporting to the CEO, this role is pivotal in aligning HR practices with business objectives while respecting regional nuances and legal frameworks.

  Key Responsibilities

  Strategic Leadership

  • Develop and execute global HR strategies that support business growth and transformation.
  • Collaborate with executive and regional leadership on workforce planning and organisational design.
  • Champion initiatives that foster an inclusive, high-performance culture.

  People Operations & Compliance

  • Oversee HR operations across diverse geographies, ensuring compliance with local employment laws and best practices.
  • Standardise global HR policies while tailoring them to regional requirements.
  • Manage employee relations and support conflict resolution with fairness and empathy.

  Talent Acquisition & Development

  • Drive leadership development, succession planning, and performance management initiatives.
  • Lead international talent strategies to attract, retain, and develop top-tier professionals.
  • Partner with local teams to ensure consistency in recruitment, on boarding, and retention.

  Culture & Engagement

  • Promote and embed company values across all locations.
  • Lead employee engagement programmes that resonate across cultures.
  • Establish frameworks to measure and enhance employee satisfaction and retention.

  Team Leadership & Collaboration

  • Inspire and guide a geographically dispersed HR team.
  • Build strong relationships with regional managers to address local HR needs.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on people and organisational matters.
  • Act as a role model, consistently demonstrating company values.

  Qualifications & Experience

  • HR leadership experience, ideally within international or multi-site organisations.
  • In-depth knowledge of global HR practices and employment legislation.
  • Proven ability to navigate cultural differences and compliance frameworks.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to execution.
  • Experience in change management, organisational design, and scaling HR functions.

  An experienced HR Generalist, you will thrive in an operational environment – this is an organisation of c200 FTE predominantly focused on manufacturing and operations. The role is on site 5 days per week with occasional remote work available.

  Please quote 51946 when calling Simon at Alexander Lloyd or email them at sge@alexanderlloyd.co.uk. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling, Alexander Lloyd Human Resources Recruitment Solutions is the leading recruiter for HR Director, Manager, Business Partner, Learning & Development, Internal Communications, Talent Acquisition and Reward opportunities across Surrey, Sussex, Kent and London.

  Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website www.alexanderlloyd.co.uk for any other roles which may be of interest.

  

  Head of HR

• An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced pensions professional – or someone looking to develop their career in project management – to join a thriving team supporting a variety of change projects across medium to large Defined Benefit (DB) pension schemes.

  As Pensions Project Support, you’ll work closely with Project Managers and internal teams to deliver a wide range of projects, including GMP equalisation, member option exercises, benefit changes, mergers, and scheme wind-ups. You’ll also liaise with clients and third parties to ensure successful project outcomes.

  Key Responsibilities

  • Support Project Managers in the delivery of pension-related projects

  • Develop and monitor project plans, tracking progress and preparing reports

  • Assist with budgeting, billing, and quality control activities

  • Organise and document project meetings, agendas, and minutes

  • Maintain project documentation and audit trails

  • Support post-project reviews and continuous improvement initiatives

  • Foster collaboration and promote operational excellence across teams

  About You

  • Experience in pensions project or programme delivery

  • Good knowledge of UK Defined Benefit (DB) pension schemes

  • Strong organisational, planning, and communication skills

  • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively

  • Experience collaborating with clients, internal teams, and third parties

  • Project management certification (e.g. Prince2, APM, PMP, or CSM) is advantageous but not essential – training and support will be provided

  What’s on Offer

  • Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities

  • Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment

  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements

  • Opportunity to build a long-term career in pensions project management

  If you’re passionate about Pensions and looking to take the next step in your career within a progressive, people-focused organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

  Please quote 51945 when calling Richard at Alexander Lloyd or email them at rdo@alexanderlloyd.co.uk. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling, Alexander Lloyd is a specialist within Financial Services recruitment. Areas of expertise include Employee Benefits, Compliance, Pensions, Group Risk, Paraplanners, Sales Support, T&C etc.

  Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website www.alexanderlloyd.co.uk for any other roles which may be of interest.

  

  Pensions Project Support

• About the company:

  Are you an experienced Pensions professional ready to step into a pivotal leadership role? Alexander Lloyd is working in partnership with a leading pensions consultancy currently seeking a Principal Pensions Administrator to join their growing BAU Admin team. This is a standout opportunity to take ownership of some of the most complex and rewarding challenged in Defined Benefits pensions administration.

  This is an exciting opportunity which can offer an interesting working environment which will allow you to build a rewarding career.

  This is a hybrid working role aligned to the Manchester office, 2 days a week in the office, with home working.

  About the role:

  In this role, you’ll act as the main point of contact for trustees and advisers, ensuring schemes are managed with precision, regulatory compliance, and exceptional client service. You’ll bring together your technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and commercial acumen to oversee entire schemes, authorise complex cases, and mentor colleagues.

  From presenting at trustee meetings to leading key projects such as GMP equalisation, buy in’s and buy-outs, this is a role where your impact will be both visible and valued. You’ll also play a strategic part in business development by nurturing client relationships and contributing to new opportunities.

  Key skills and experience required:

  • A minimum of 8 years’ experience in DB pensions administration, with proven expertise in complex and technical cases.
  • In-depth knowledge of UK pensions legislation, regulation, and code of practice.
  • Strong client relationship management skills, including attendance of trustee and client meetings.
  • Experience of leading on projects such as GMP equalisation, buy-in’s, buy-outs, scheme wind-ups
  • Ability to mentor, guide, and support colleagues across the BAU Admin team.
  • Commercial awareness and confidence to be able to support with new business development activity.

  This is more than just a technical role – it’s a chance to join a collaborative, forward-thinking organisation where you experience will shape the future of pensions services. If you’re ready for your next step as a Principal Pensions Administrator, apply today.

  

  Principle Pensions Administrator

• About the company:

  Alexander Lloyd is partnered with a Pension’s Consultancy who provide Pensions Administration, Actuarial and Trustee services to clients across the UK! Our client is looking to appoint a Senior Pensions Administrator to their BAU Administration team. This is an exciting opportunity which can offer an interesting working environment which will allow you to build a rewarding career.

  This is a hybrid working role aligned to the Manchester office, 2 days a week in the office, with home working.

  About the role:

  You will be responsible managing and maintaining the administration aspects of defined benefit and defined contribution pension schemes on behalf of the scheme trustees. The team carry out all types of exercises from winding up schemes and calculating member’s pension benefits to carrying out forensic research for schemes where the business has been appointed by The Pensions Regulator, all the while providing an excellent service to the members.

  Key responsibilities:

  • Process member benefits, including retirements, bereavements, divorces, transfers, joiner & leavers.
  • Producing complex and manual calculations.
  • Allocating and checking of work for junior members of the team.
  • Assist with projects as and when required (GMPe and data exercises, wind up of schemes)
  • Attendance of clients and trustee meetings

  Key skills and experience required:

  • Strong Defined Benefits pension administration experience, ideally a minimum 5+ years from within a pension consultancy or TPA.
  • Strong understanding around UK pensions legislation, and regulations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Be able to work in a fast-paced environment, providing excellent service to members and clients.
  • Experience in managing ad-hoc and annual pension projects would be advantageous.

  If you meet the key skills and experience required and are ready for your next as a Senior Pensions Administrator, please apply today.

  

  Senior Pensions Administrator

• DC Pensions Consultant

  At Alexander Lloyd, we’re excited to be partnering with one of the UK’s leading Employee Benefits and Wellbeing consultancies to help them find an exceptional DC Pensions Consultant to join their dynamic pensions team.

  In this role, you’ll play a key part in driving client success building strong, lasting relationships with prospects, key clients, and workplace savings providers while delivering expert advice and innovative pension solutions.

  Role & Responsibilities:

  • Manage a portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality consulting services tailored to their needs.

  • Proactively identify and create opportunities to expand these relationships across other areas of the business.

  • Collaborate with the new business team to support pitches and develop proposals.

  Essential Criteria:

  • Must have prior DC pension consulting experience
  • Ability to effectively communicate with key stakeholders both internally and externally
  • Willingness to get involved in business development activities

  If this role sounds of interest, do reach out or apply today to discuss further!

  Please quote 51942 when calling Collette Cardy at Alexander Lloyd or email them at cca@alexanderlloyd.co.uk. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling, Alexander Lloyd is a specialist within Financial Services recruitment. Areas of expertise include Employee Benefits, Compliance, Pensions, Group Risk, Paraplanners, Sales Support, T&C etc.

  Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website for any other roles which may be of interest.

  

  DC Pension Consultant

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