Dains Accountants Limited
Business Manager

Business Support Manager

Full Time
Midlands office with hybrid working options

We are recruiting a Business Support Manager, to provide support and guidance to Dains multi-site support teams, across our midlands locations.





At Dains, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we look to provide the best working environment, along with hybrid and smart working options and generous benefits.





We listen, learn, and evolve as we strive to make Dains a great place to work.





As Business Support Manager you will be at the heart of the support network, working alongside dedicated and talented professionals, passionate about providing the best administration and office support, to both clients and team members.





Dains is ranked 31st in the National Accountancy Age ranking by firm size and was the fastest-growing firm within the surveyed top 100 accountancy firms in the UK.  The team is now over 650 people strong with offices throughout the UK and Ireland.





Responsibilities






  • You will be supporting and developing your team with personal development plans, appraisals and reviews




  •  As Business Support Manager you will be the support lead for all members of the support team, across all offices across the Midlands




  • You will lead your team with a professional and values-based approach with an encouraging and supportive manner




  • This role will require travel to various Dains offices, across the Midlands, so you must be confident with driving




  • You will be pivotal in supporting the wider Dains operational team to ensure operational effectiveness across Business Support, Facilities, Technology and Practice Assurance




  • You will implement best practice principles for communication, processes, effectiveness, and positive outcomes





Skills and Qualifications






  • CMI or ILM Management Qualification Level 7 preferred




  • To have an excellent understanding of Microsoft Word suite




  • Experience working within the professional services sector




  • Multi-site team leadership skills




  • Be confident with software and systems (e.g. CCH Central, Docusign)





Attributes






  • You must be a proactive and forward-thinking individual who has a genuine passion for operational effectiveness




  • You will lead with a supportive and encouraging manner




  • Leadership and team management of a support function is essential




  • Have a full driving licence and access to a car









About Dains - Top 35 firm, Investors in People, Climate Positive Company and Workforce









Our Commitment to you

Job CategoryBusiness Support
Benefit 125 days annual leave (increases with length of service) plus normal statutory bank holidays
Benefit 2Buy and sell annual leave
Benefit 3Cycle to work scheme
Benefit 4Greener car scheme
Benef5Regular development reviews and training
Benefit 6Group staff pension scheme
Benefit 7Discounted shopping platform
Benefit 8Life assurance
Benefit 9Wellbeing refreshments

How to Apply

If you have any problems submitting your application using the form below then please send your application to Nicola Jones (remembering to quote the job you are applying for).

A valid email address is required.
A valid phone number is required.

Application Process

Step 1
Applications

Please complete the application submission form at the end of the job spec or send your full CV to Nicola Jones.

Step 2
Assessment

If your application is shortlisted, you will be contacted, and a telephone screening interview will be scheduled.

Step 3
Interview

Following a successful telephone screening interview, you will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview with the hiring manager.

Step 4
Evaluation

You will be notified of the outcome of your interview and provided with feedback.

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Dains Accountants Limited registered in England and Wales. Registered company number: 13775282. Registered office: St. Johns Court, Wiltell Road, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS14 9DS.

Dains Audit Limited registered in England and Wales. Registered company number: 13775287. Registered office: St. Johns Court, Wiltell Road, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS14 9DS.

Dains LLP Registered company number: OC331125. Registered office:  15 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3  2BH. Dains is a trading name of Dains LLP. The Principles are the Members of the Limited Liability Partnership and hold the title of Partner.

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Other businesses within the Dains group of companies include Isosceles Finance, William Duncan + Co Accountants, HSKSG, Magma, Opto Group, and McInerney Saunders.

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