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Business Support Assistant.

The Business Support Assistant plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive business and administrative support, ensuring smooth operations across various service lines.

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Job Type

full-time

Location

Nottingham

This role also involves close coordination with the wider Business Support team to guarantee continuity and efficiency in business operations.

As a key member of the Business Services team, the position will occasionally include a range of tasks such as reception duties and client administration.

This dynamic role requires adaptability and proactive engagement to support various business needs as they arise.

Why Dains

Ranked 29th in the National Accountancy Age ranking by firm size. With over 700 talented individuals across the UK and Ireland, we're a force to be reckoned with. Our core services are Accountancy & Business Services, Audit, Corporate Finance, Forensic Accounting, and Taxation alongside outsourced FD and HR support. Integrated into our DNA are the values of Fairness, Working & Succeeding Together, Integrity and Valued Relationships. This shapes everything we do, creating a vibrant and supportive work culture.

What We Offer

At Dains, our employees are our greatest asset. We're committed to providing the best working environment, where you'll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. From development and training to flexible benefits and hybrid working options, we prioritise your well-being and professional development.

Our people are what make us great

  • Our People

    At Dains, our employees are our greatest asset. We are also an Investor in People Gold Award winner.

  • The Environment

    We're committed to providing the best working environment, where you will have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

  • Your Wellbeing

    From development and training to flexible benefits and hybrid working options, we prioritise your well-being and professional development.

  • Your Future

    We are heavily investing in learning and development with the intention of being the market leader for growing and nurturing professionals.

Your Role

Responsibilities

  • Support the delivery of both chargeable and non-chargeable tasks

  • Assist with day-to-day administrative duties, including but not limited to diary management, processing mileage and expenses, timesheet management, billing and document handling

  • Produce accurate and timely documents, including letters, meeting notes, reports, spreadsheets, and PowerPoint presentations, using appropriate software tools

  • Assist in maintaining data accuracy within the firm's systems, including managing client data, billing information, WIP (Work in Progress), and client prospects

  • Ensure that document management templates are kept up to date and support the team with reporting activities

  • Assist with the client onboarding processes, including conducting anti money laundering checks in compliance with the firm’s policies and procedures

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Attributes

  • 5 GCSE’s grade C and above or equivalent including Maths and English

  • Good understanding of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)

  • Able to demonstrate excellent attention to detail

  • Previous experience working within an office environment

Our commitment to you

Benefits
25 days annual leave (increases with length of service) plus normal statutory bank holidays)
Hybrid and flexible work options
Buy and sell annual leave
Life assurance
Greener car scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Regular development reviews and training
Group staff pension scheme
Discounted shopping platform
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Dains are a climate positive company

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Where this role is based

Nottingham

3rd Floor Butt Dyke House 33 Park Row Nottingham NG1 6EE

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0115 985 9517

notts@dains.com

Do you have what it takes?

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 and location you are applying for).

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The Application Process

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    1. Applications

    Please complete the application submission form at the end of the job spec or send your full CV to applications@dains.com.

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    2. Assessment

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

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    3. Interview

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

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    4. Evaluation

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