It has come to our attention that various individuals and organisations are contacting people offering false employment opportunities at Octavian. These individuals and organisations may request personal information or money in order to progress the application.

Please note that Octavian does not ask for any money or payments from applicants to secure a job, either as an employee or as a contractor. Therefore, you should assume that such individuals and organisations are not providing genuine offers or services.

During our recruitment process you will always meet with a Octavian employee or representative. However, if you are asked for personal information and are unsure of the legitimacy of the request, or you wish to determine whether an individual or organisation is offering genuine employment opportunities within Octavian, please contact us at the following address

• recruitment@octaviangr.com

We are taking this matter extremely seriously, and are passing all information relating to these frauds to the legal authorities for appropriate action.

Financial Accountant

Salary: £ 28,000
Hours: Monday to Friday 08.30 – 17.30
Duration: Permanent

Location: Head Office, Nottingham.

Reporting to: Finance Director

Job Description

To support the Finance Director with day to day tasks to include forecasting, reconciliations of VAT returns assisting the Business Development team with all costings, month end procedures and producing monthly reports on Sage Line 50

Personal Qualities

The candidate will have excellent knowledge of book keeping and have an accountancy background. Ideally the candidate will be CIMA or ACCA qualified although candidates may be qualified through experience. Candidates must have excellent written and oral communication skills in English. IT literacy and knowledge of Sage is essential. The candidate will show the initiative to work well as a team member and on an individual level.

It is envisaged that the candidate will be ultimately responsible for the day to day running of the department in the absence of the Finance Director, therefore proven experience of performance management would be an advantage.

Responsibilities will include:

To effectively perform all duties relating to management and Financial accountancy in a timely manner

To manage and guide all members of the Finance department to ensure that targets and deadlines are met
To adhere to company ethics ensuring the good name of the company at all times
To ensure that all departments within the business are effectively communicated with regards to deadlines and timelines

Key tasks:

Forecasting and Preparation of Departmental Budgets
Reconciliation of VAT returns
Completing month end procedures- Management Accounts and Year End Accounts.
Producing of monthly reports
To assist the Business Development Department in Costings for contracts
Ensure your line manager is made aware of developments, problems and other issues affecting the performance of the department
To be available for re-deployment to other duties compatible with your status within the company

If you think you have the drive and determination we require, please forward your CV and covering letter by pressing the "Apply" button above or by post to HR Department, Octavian House, 6 Colwick Quays Business Park, Road No 2, Colwick, Nottingham, NG4 2JY.

Business Development Mangers & Senior Business Developement Managers

Salary: £ Negotiable.
Hours: Monday to Friday 08.30 – 17.30
Duration: Permanent

Location: Head Office, Nottingham.

Reporting to: Commercial Director

Octavian Group has an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join an expanding sales team. You will be responsible for identifying and developing business opportunities within our portfolio of clients and through lead generation. 

Responsibilities will include:

Building and developing customer relationships within the existing client base in order to indentify new sales opportunities.
Win new business through lead generation to expand Octavian’s client base.
Effectively promote and sell all services to ensure revenue and gross margin targets are achieved.
Lead the bid process for all aspects of new business opportunities identified.
Building and developing a strong working relationship within the Sales team.

Candidates must have:

Experience of working within the security industry ensuring a through understanding if the client base.
Ability to negotiate and influence at a senior management level.
High level communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience of developing new business in complex service environment with a sophisticated client base.
A proven track record developing new business and growing existing.
Experience of preparation of tender documentation.
High level presentation skills.
Enthusiasm and drive.

If you think you have the drive and determination we require, please forward your CV and covering letter by pressing the "Apply" button above or by post to HR Department, Octavian House, 6 Colwick Quays Business Park, Road No 2, Colwick, Nottingham, NG4 2JY.

Administrator

Salary: £ Negotiable.
Hours: Monday to Friday 09.00 – 17.00
Duration: Permanent

Location: Gloucester, GL1

Reporting to: Site Manager

Job purpose: To provide administrative support to the client and associated contractors to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the site.

Responsibilities:

Issuing contractor ID badges.
Carrying out site inductions for new starters and contractors.
Dealing with day to day administration tasks.
Answering the telephone and providing information and assistance in response to general enquires.

Requirements:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work well with different personalities.
Team player, but also able to work under own initiative and unsupervised.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work effectively.
Basic computer literacy.

If you think you have the skills and abilities we require, please forward your CV and covering letter by pressing the "Apply" button above or by post to HR Department, Octavian House, 6 Colwick Quays Business Park, Road No 2, Colwick, Nottingham, NG4 2JY.