Average Director salary in Brighton

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced General Practice Director looking to take the final step into Partnership, or an established Partner seeking a fresh challenge within one of the South East's most respected and progressive accountancy practices.The firm combines the strength and resources of a leading regional practice with an entrepreneurial culture, offering genuine autonomy, strategic influence and the opportunity to shape the future of a growing business. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious leader who is looking to make a lasting impact while working alongside an experienced and supportive leadership team.As General Practice Partner, you'll oversee a varied portfolio of ambitious businesses and entrepreneurs, providing commercially focused advice while leading and developing high performing teams. Alongside delivering exceptional client service, you'll play a pivotal role in driving business growth, strengthening client relationships and contributing to the firm's long term strategic direction.With multiple offices across the South East and London and a team of over 250 professionals, the firm has built an outstanding reputation for delivering high quality accounting, tax and business advisory services. Continued investment in technology, innovation and its people makes this an excellent environment for an ambitious leader looking to take the next step in their career.Key ResponsibilitiesClient Portfolio & AdvisoryManage, develop and grow a diverse portfolio of clients, including large and technically complex businesses.Act as a trusted adviser, delivering commercially focused accounting and business advice.Build long term client relationships through proactive engagement and tailored service offerings.Deliver innovative solutions that add value and support clients' strategic objectives.Leadership & Team DevelopmentLead, inspire and mentor high performing teams across the practice.Foster a collaborative, inclusive and high performing culture.Support the development of future leaders through coaching and professional development.Promote collaboration across service lines to deliver the best outcomes for clients.Business Development & GrowthDrive new business generation and expand existing client relationships.Build a strong pipeline of opportunities through networking and relationship management.Promote cross service collaboration to maximise client value.Support the continued growth and strategic development of the practice.Operational & Commercial ManagementEnsure efficient delivery of high quality client work while maintaining strong risk management standards.Champion the adoption of digital tools and technology to improve efficiency and client experience.Take responsibility for managing WIP, recoverability, fees and lock up across your portfolio.Ensure work is appropriately priced while maintaining strong commercial performance and profitability.RequirementsSkills & ExperienceACA or ACCA qualified.Significant experience operating at Director or Partner level within accountancy practice.Strong technical background across general practice, with previous audit and tax experience and a primary specialism in accounts preparation.Proven experience managing and growing a substantial client portfolio.Demonstrable success in business development and winning new work.Strong leadership skills with experience developing and motivating high performing teams.Commercially minded with excellent strategic and relationship management skills.Strong problem solving and decision making abilities with a proactive and results driven approach.Experience working within a medium sized practice or matrix organisation would be advantageous.BenefitsBenefitsCompetitive Partner level remuneration package.

Role: Housing Litigation Solicitor - Director position - Brighton | 3years+ PQE | Salary £70,000+ p.a. , DOELeading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Housing Solicitor Director for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our client’s accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm.Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.Housing Department Background: Our client’s Housing team, ranked by The Legal 500 directory for its services across England and Wales, provides assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. Their practitioners are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. Our client offers lawyer supported dispute resolution or alternative dispute resolution (ADR) as a means to resolve housing disrepair matters. Their department also regularly represents clients in the courts for unlawful eviction, possession proceedings and prepare applications for judicial review in cases of homelessness.Main Responsibilities of the Role:Report directly to the Board and collaborate to ensure performance targets are achieved.Responsible for all aspects of Housing work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team membersSignificant experience in representing clients as Housing Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years.Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexitiesAssisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the departmentVariety of duties including dealing with a range of Housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Housing adaptations; Social Housing; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacyDealing with emergency cases and identifying and carrying out strategic litigation.Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid AgencyPreparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidenceYou will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company.Key Skills Required:3 Years+ PQE with proven experience of Housing and Litigation, including court representation essentialMust have experience as Duty Advisor under Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 yearsMust meet the 2013 SQM Supervisor standard in Housing, or willing to work towards thisExperience in welfare rights and community care issues Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applyingStrong management skillsCommitted team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referralsPrevious proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicatorsProfessional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issuesExcellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new businessWorking knowledge of the publically funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded casesHave extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related workExperience in own advocacy is an advantageExcellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and able to use HR systemsExperience within the legal sector is preferableAbility to manage social media activity to promote the CompanyOn offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion.The Company supports hybrid working in line with its policy. Please note that a minimum of three days per week in the office is mandatory.About Gemini Recruitment and Equal opportunities:Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK.By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Reed Finance are exclusively partnered with a growing organisation in the Sussex area in the recruitment of a Group Finance Director to join their team.  This role will oversee all financial aspects of their group of businesses. This pivotal role involves strategic financial planning, financial reporting, risk management, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The Group Finance Director will provide financial leadership and guidance to the executive team and other stakeholders, contributing to the overall success and financial health of the organisation.Day-to-day of the role:Strategic Financial Planning: Develop and implement the group's financial strategy in collaboration with the CEO and other Managing Directors to align financial goals with overall business objectives.Financial Reporting and Analysis: Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports, including management accounts, financial statements, and regulatory filings.Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring robust financial plans are in place to support business operations and growth.Risk Management: Identify and mitigate financial risks to protect the group's assets and resources.Cash Flow Management: Manage the group's cash flow, optimize working capital, and ensure sufficient liquidity to meet financial obligations.Compliance: Ensure adherence to all relevant financial regulations, legal requirements, and accounting standards.Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, banks, auditors, and other external parties.Leadership and Team Management: Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a high-performance culture and promoting best practices.Cost Management: Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement to ensure efficient use of resources.Business Partnering: Collaborate with other group businesses to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making.Required Skills & Qualifications:Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)Previous experience. working in the distribution and/or manufacturing sectorStrong systems implementation experience – ideally Business Central.Extensive experience in senior finance roles, ideally within a group or multi-entity structure.Strong financial accounting and reporting expertise.Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Proven ability to develop and implement financial strategies.In-depth knowledge of relevant financial regulations and accounting standards.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.An exciting opportunity to join this growing organisation and make a real impact so don't delay apply now!