Location: Belfast – with hybrid working available

Duration: Temporary

Salary: £19.32 per hour

Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday

Closing Date for CV Submission: 5:00pm on Thursday 21st September 2026 

Apple Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for a Fire Safety Officer (Risk Assessment) – Band 6.

The successful candidate will provide technical fire safety advice, manage fire safety action plans, monitor contractors and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure fire risks are appropriately managed.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage fire safety across a designated portfolio of premises, working collaboratively with internal departments, external organisations and other stakeholders.
• Undertake Fire Risk Assessments to identify hazards and risks to relevant persons and recommend appropriate risk reduction measures.
• Develop and manage fire safety action plans arising from Fire Risk Assessments.
• Monitor and update action plans within appropriate timescales and proactively follow up actions assigned to others.
• Manage and coordinate the operational delivery of fire safety works through contractors.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve team and departmental objectives and KPIs.
• Provide technical advice on fire safety matters, including statutory obligations, Building Regulations and relevant national and European technical standards.
• Monitor contractor performance, participate in contract performance meetings and escalate issues of non-compliance or poor performance where required.
• Consult with stakeholders including local authority representatives, tenants, staff, community representatives and other relevant parties on fire safety matters.
• Use professional judgement and experience to make recommendations to management where significant fire safety risks are identified or immediate action is required.
• Contribute to the design, development and delivery of internal and external Fire Safety training.
• Assist with the preparation of reports for Health and Safety Committees and other relevant assurance committees.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fire safety legislation, industry best practice and technical developments through continuous professional development.
• Issue works Task Orders through the relevant IT system, including cost centre allocation, priority and work descriptions.
• Approve relevant variations and authorise invoices for payment within delegated levels of authority.
• Monitor and manage complaints, resolving issues and identifying any emerging trends.
• Act as a focal point for general Fire Safety enquiries as directed by the Fire Safety Manager.
• Carry out any other relevant duties required to meet team or departmental objectives.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must have:

• 1–5 years’ relevant experience.
• NEBOSH Fire Safety and Risk Management qualification.
• Colin Todd Fire Risk Assessment competency training.
• Intermediate IT proficiency.
• Experience or knowledge appropriate to undertaking Fire Risk Assessments and identifying appropriate fire risk reduction measures.
• The ability to manage and prioritise fire safety actions and work to agreed timescales.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to provide technical advice and make recommendations based on professional judgement and experience.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• The ability to monitor contractor performance and identify and escalate issues where necessary.
• A commitment to maintaining current knowledge of fire safety legislation and best practice through ongoing professional development.

AccessNI: A Basic AccessNI check is required prior to appointment.

How to Apply

If you wish to be considered for this role or would like more information, please email your CV to Darcie at darcie.donohoe@applerecruitment.com 

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

All details will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Location: Belfast
Duration: Temporary
Salary: £16.90 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm
Access NI: Basic Access NI clearance required

Application Deadline: 5.00pm on Friday 18th September 2026

Apple Recruitment Services are currently seeking a HR Advisor – Resourcing to join the Human Resources team of a large public sector organisation based in Belfast.

This role would suit an experienced HR professional with a strong background in recruitment and selection, HR policy and employee resourcing who is confident in providing advice and guidance to managers and working across multiple recruitment exercises.

The Role

The successful candidate will support the effective delivery of employee resourcing activity, ensuring recruitment processes are managed efficiently and in accordance with relevant policies, procedures, legislation and HR best practice.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Senior HR Advisor in delivering a professional, proactive and customer-focused resourcing service.
• Ensuring employee resourcing activity is delivered in line with relevant resourcing policies, legislation and HR best practice.
• Supporting the implementation of workforce planning and associated resourcing activity.
• Providing advice, guidance and support to managers and panel members on recruitment and selection matters.
• Reviewing and updating resourcing processes and procedures as required.
• Working with recruiting managers and HR Business Partners to develop and maintain recruitment documentation, including job descriptions, person specifications, selection plans and candidate packs.
• Working closely with Organisation Development colleagues in relation to assessment and testing requirements.
• Preparing and coordinating recruitment advertisements and ensuring these are issued in a timely manner.
• Maintaining effective communication with candidates and recruitment panels throughout the recruitment and selection process.
• Ensuring pre-employment checks, including references, medicals and Access NI checks, are completed appropriately and within required timescales.
• Supporting responses to candidate complaints, feedback requests and other recruitment-related correspondence.
• Supporting the timely issue of contracts of employment.
• Ensuring employee resourcing records are accurately maintained in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements.
• Keeping up to date with developments in recruitment best practice and employment legislation.
• Working collaboratively with HR colleagues and other key stakeholders to ensure an integrated approach to service delivery.
• Monitoring resourcing performance and supporting the achievement of relevant key performance indicators.
• Providing training and guidance to managers on recruitment and selection procedures and techniques where required.
• Preparing accurate reports and management information relating to employee resourcing activity.
• Providing support to the wider Employee Services function as required.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must provide evidence that they meet the following essential criteria:

1. Degree level qualification (Level 6*) in Human Resource Management

AND

Minimum of 1 years’ experience working in a Human Resources function to include employee resourcing.

OR

Level 5* qualification in Human Resources

AND

Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a Human Resources function to include employee resourcing.

*Refer to Qualifications Framework

2. Current professional membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development at Associate Member (Assoc CIPD) or above

OR

Can demonstrate ability to obtain this within 1 year of the closing date.

3. Can demonstrate relevant HR experience in at least 3 of the 4 areas below:

a. providing professional HR advice to managers on employee resourcing matters

b. providing end to end recruitment and selection services

c. effectively implementing resourcing policies and procedures

d. providing HR statistics and/or reports for managers.

4. Sound understanding of current employment legislation relating to employee resourcing.

5. Can demonstrate:

• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work accurately under pressure of multiple deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
• Strong customer orientation
• Excellent attention to detail

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for this role, please forward your CV to Darcie at darcie.donohoe@applerecruitment.com

The closing deadline for applications is 5.00pm on Friday 18th September 2026.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, employment dates, qualifications and current contact details.

All details will be treated in the strictest confidence.

If this role isn’t quite right for you but you would like to explore other opportunities, please get in contact with us.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Location: Lurgan

Duration: Temporary

Salary: £13.05 per hour

Hours: 37 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday

Apple Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for a Clerical Officer based in Lurgan.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and customer-focused administrator to join a busy Housing Solutions team, providing a wide range of clerical and administrative support.

Closing date for CV submission: 5:00pm on 17th September 2026.

  Key Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative and clerical support.
• Handle telephone enquiries and provide excellent customer service.
• Manage incoming and outgoing emails.
• Register repairs and maintain accurate records.
• Carry out filing and document management duties.
• Take accurate minutes during meetings.
• Maintain electronic and manual records.
• Support the wider team with day-to-day administrative tasks as required

Essential Criteria

Applicants must have:

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Maths.
• Previous administrative or clerical experience.
• Intermediate IT skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Basic Access NI clearance (required prior to commencement).

How to Apply If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Darcie at darcie.donohoe@applerecruitment.com

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

If this role isn’t quite right for you but you’re looking for a new opportunity, we would still welcome your enquiry.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job Purpose:
Visitor Experience Officers are usually the first-person visitors will meet in Parliament Buildings.
They are responsible for the following main duties: meeting and greeting visitors to Parliament Buildings; signposting and providing information; reception duties – signing visitors into the Building and issuing their security passes; welcoming visitors in Parliament Buildings’ Great Hall; providing a range of guided tours of Parliament Buildings; providing administrative and operational support for activities undertaken by the Visitor Experience team including, but not limited to, event organisation (internal and external).

Job Description:
Main duties and responsibilities of the job.

• Providing high quality customer service to a diverse range of stakeholders and visitors;
• Greeting visitors at reception and providing information, signing in visitors and providing security passes;
• Welcoming visitors to Parliament Buildings and the Great Hall, maximising opportunities to engage, providing a warm, friendly welcome to Parliament Buildings, connecting people and providing helpful, accurate information and signposting as required;
• Providing tours of Parliament Buildings to a wide range of audiences in a confident, inclusive, politically neutral and engaging manner.
• Assisting the Visitor Experience Supervisor and the Visitor Experience Manager to continuously improve and develop and Visitor Experience team by providing input, ideas and feedback.
• Assisting with event management and delivery, problem solving and assisting event organisers as required;
• Working closely with colleagues within the Visitor Experience team and being flexible and dynamic in relation to service delivery;
• Building and maintaining good relationships with colleagues from other business areas and with Members.
• Managing electronic mailboxes, phone calls and dealing with routine correspondence accurately and promptly and forwarding to relevant staff as appropriate.
• Assisting in the gathering of information for distribution through internal and external communication channels, including but not limited to social media.
• Gathering information and feedback and using Microsoft Office and bespoke internal
• Assembly software systems and databases effectively to prepare documents.
• Managing own work to ensure the delivery of objectives.
• Providing high quality and timely administrative support, for example filing, photocopying and diary management.
• Inputting data and maintaining records in databases, spreadsheets and electronic filing systems to aid the storage and retrieval of electronic documents.
• Organising and providing support to meetings, events and visits including issuing papers, ordering hospitality, meeting and greeting external visitors and officials, and responding to any queries
• Recording information to support the production of minutes and draft minutes
• Checking and processing invoices for payment through electronic payment system.
• Complying with the Northern Ireland Assembly Commission’s (the Assembly Commission’s) staff policies and procedures including Equal Opportunities and Dignity at Work policies and procedures.
• Carrying out other duties that the Assembly Commission reasonably requires of you.

Work Pattern:

The duties of this post require attendance at Parliament Buildings on each working day.

This role attracts part-time hours (18.5 hours per week, Monday 9.30am to 2.30pm and Tuesday to Thursday 10am to 2.30pm).

Uniform:

Visitor Experience Officers will be supplied with a Visitor Experience Team Uniform including; Trousers, T-shirt and Gillet.

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to Caroline by clicking on the link below by Monday 21st September 2026 @ 10am.

You must also include a bullet pointed synopsis at the top of your CV demonstrating how exactly you meet the Essential Criteria below:

Essential Criteria:
At the closing date for applications, applicants must have:

1. GCE ‘A’ level passes A*-C in 2 separate subjects and 5 GCSEs at grade A* -C including English Language and Maths. Applications will be considered from applicants with formal qualifications of an equivalent or higher standard to those stated.

AND

2. At least 2 years’ experience in a customer focused role of:

a) Providing information verbally in a clear and engaging manner to a diverse range of people at all levels, including members of the public, team members, and managers.

b) Working as part of a close-knit team to deliver a range of customer focused services to a high standard

c) Problem solving, organising workload and giving attention to detail to ensure excellent service delivery

d) Using effective written and administrative skills to produce clear, accurate, high quality work to deadlines.

OR

3. At least 4 years’ experience in a customer focused role of a) – d).

Further Details:

• Hourly Rate based on £29,137 per annum – £15.14 per hour.
• Informal meeting expected to take place on Friday 25th September at Parliament Buildings. (in-person)
• Anticipated duration: asap to end December 2026 (no extension) – You must be available to start immediately!
• Closing date for CV submission to Apple: Monday 21st September 2026 @ 10am

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to Caroline by clicking on the link below by Monday 21st September @ 10am.
Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date. The CV should include your full employment history inclusive of dates, all academic achievements and full personal contact details.
Please note only applicants that match this criterion can be considered for the role.
Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Working Arrangement: Office-based (5 days per week during probation, with potential for hybrid working thereafter)

About the Opportunity
Our client is an established and growing business seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead a busy finance function and support continued business growth.
Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the successful candidate will manage a small finance team while ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, effective cash management and continuous process improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is capable of managing large volumes of financial information while supporting and developing their team.

The Role
The Finance Manager will oversee the day-to-day operation of the finance function, ensuring deadlines are met and financial information is produced accurately and efficiently.
A key aspect of this role is supporting a transactional finance team that processes a high volume of activity, including hundreds of invoices daily and multiple bank reconciliations. The successful candidate will be comfortable answering technical queries, providing guidance to the team and stepping in to support operational tasks when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support a small finance team.
• Oversee all transactional finance activities, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual financial statements.
• Ensure effective cash flow, treasury and working capital management.
• Maintain and improve financial controls across the business.
• Oversee credit control activities and support debtor management.
• Manage month-end and year-end reporting processes.
• Ensure timely completion of all statutory and tax-related returns.
• Support external audit processes and liaise with auditors.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies.
• Produce financial analysis and reporting to support business decision-making.
• Assist with financial systems development and reporting enhancements.
• Provide support and guidance to the finance team on complex transactions and reconciliations.

Essential Criteria

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Previous experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance position.
• Strong financial reporting and financial control experience.
• Excellent reconciliation and analytical skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage high volumes of information accurately.
• Experience managing and developing a finance team.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Hands-on approach with willingness to support transactional finance activities when required.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience with ERP or accounting systems implementation.
• Experience using Sage, Power BI or similar reporting tools.
• Experience in a high-volume transactional finance environment.
• Experience managing credit control and cash management functions.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £55,000 – £60,000 DOE.
• Potential for hybrid working following successful completion of probation.
• Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious organisation.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• On-site parking.
• Company pension scheme.
• Annual performance-related bonus.

Important Information

Applicants must have permanent right to work in the UK, including British or Irish citizenship, Settled Status, Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), or another form of unrestricted permanent work authorisation.
Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

To apply, please send your CV to patricia.oneill@applerecruitment.com.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apple Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all
suitably qualified candidates.

Location: Belfast – Beechall WBTC / Arches WBTC / Across Multiple Sites
Duration: Temporary
Salary: Band 3
Hours: 37.5 hours / 32.5 hours / 22 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday – hours to be confirmed
Start: ASAP

Apple Recruitment Services are currently seeking three Band 3 Admin Support staff to work within a busy healthcare environment in Belfast.

We have three temporary opportunities available, offering different working patterns across a number of sites. These roles would suit experienced administrators who are confident working in a busy environment and have excellent communication, organisational and Microsoft Office skills.

Vacancies Available

1. Beechall WBTC

• 37.5 hours per week

2. Arches WBTC

• 32.5 hours per week

3. Across Multiple Sites

• 22 hours per week

The Role

The successful candidates will provide a range of administrative and clerical support within a busy healthcare service.

Duties will include:

• Providing effective administrative and clerical support to the service.
• Managing booking systems and supporting the day-to-day coordination of outpatient waiting lists and clinics.
• Registering new referrals accurately and appropriately.
• Monitoring waiting lists and ensuring agreed waiting times are maintained.
• Making and managing patient appointments in accordance with agreed procedures.
• Liaising with healthcare professionals, GPs, patients and other relevant stakeholders when arranging appointments.
• Handling telephone calls in a courteous and professional manner.
• Booking interpreters where required.
• Coordinating and collating rotas and statistics.
• Maintaining accurate manual and computerised records.
• Preparing and typing reports and correspondence, including information containing medical or clinical terminology.
• Managing incoming and outgoing mail.
• Carrying out filing, photocopying, faxing and data entry.
• Maintaining adequate supplies of stationery and stock.
• Responding to day-to-day queries and providing appropriate assistance.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality when dealing with patient and staff information.
• Working in accordance with relevant information governance, data protection and confidentiality requirements.
• Providing cover for colleagues during periods of annual or sick leave.
• Supporting the wider administrative team and contributing to effective team working.
• Participating in training and supporting the induction of new staff where required.
• Carrying out other duties appropriate to the needs of the service.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must meet the following essential requirements:

• 4 GCSE’s at grade C / 4 or above to include English Language or equivalent qualification and one year’s administrative/clerical experience.

OR

• NVQ Level II in Administration and one year’s administrative/clerical experience.

OR

• A minimum of two year’s administrative/clerical experience.
• Knowledge and application of IEAP Guidelines.
• Essential knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• The flexibility to work in a changing environment.

About You

We are looking for candidates who are organised, reliable and confident working within a busy administrative environment. You should have excellent communication skills, good attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a professional and confidential approach.

Previous experience within a healthcare or public sector environment would be advantageous.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Darcie at darcie.donohoe@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

All details will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Apple Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for an Administrator on behalf of a well-established and growing professional services firm based in Lisburn.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Administrator who enjoys a busy and varied role where no two days are the same. Working within a friendly and supportive office environment, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the business by providing high-quality administrative and customer support.

This position would suit someone who enjoys organisation, takes pride in delivering excellent service, and thrives in a professional office environment.

The successful candidate will become an integral member of the team, supporting a variety of administrative functions while building strong relationships with clients and colleagues.

Hours of Work
Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm (35 hours per week)
Enjoy an excellent work-life balance with no evening or weekend working.

The Role
As Administrator, you will be responsible for providing a broad range of administrative support functions while acting as a professional first point of contact for clients and visitors.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone seeking a long-term position with genuine development opportunities in a successful and growing business.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive administrative support to the wider team.
• Acting as the first point of contact for clients, visitors and telephone enquiries.
• Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Maintaining accurate electronic and paper filing systems.
• Preparing and issuing client documentation and correspondence.
• Supporting client onboarding processes and maintaining client records.
• Assisting with HMRC and Government Gateway administrative processes.
• Liaising with clients regarding documentation and information requests.
• Processing, scanning and filing confidential documents.
• Maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail across all administrative tasks.
• Supporting general office operations and ensuring the smooth running of daily activities.
• Assisting with ad hoc administrative projects as required.

About You
We are looking for an organised and proactive individual who can work effectively in a busy office environment and provide first-class administrative support.

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience in an Administration, Office Administrator, Receptionist, Customer Service or similar office based role.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional and confident communication skills.
• Excellent telephone manner and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional approach with a strong commitment to confidentiality.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working within a professional services, financial services or accountancy environment.
• Experience supporting client onboarding processes.
• Familiarity with HMRC or Government Gateway administration.
• Experience maintaining client records and documentation.

What’s On Offer?

• £25,000 – £28,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Permanent, full-time position
• Monday to Friday working hours
• Friendly, supportive and professional working environment
• Varied and interesting administration role
• Exposure to a wide range of business support activities
• Ongoing training and development
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Long-term career prospects within a growing organisation

Why Apply?

This is much more than a typical administration role. It offers the opportunity to join a successful professional services firm where you’ll be trusted with a wide variety of responsibilities, gain exposure to different areas of the business, and develop valuable skills that can support future career progression. If you’re an organised, people-focused

Administrator looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply for this opportunity, please submit your CV to Patricia at Apple Recruitment or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Please note: As this is a permanent role, applicants must have the unrestricted and permanent right to work in the UK. Candidates requiring future sponsorship cannot be considered for this position.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apple Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Location: Armagh (with the opportunity to work from Belfast following successful completion of probation)
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 DOE
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week, with flexibility to work additional hours as business needs require

About the Role
Apple Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for a permanent Finance Manager on behalf of our client.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a profitable and rapidly expanding multi-site organisation at a pivotal stage of its growth journey. The successful candidate will take ownership of the finance function, work closely with senior leadership, and play a key role in supporting the continued growth and success of the business.

Please note: Applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £45,000 – £55,000
• Company pension scheme (NEST)
• 28 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Company laptop
• Company phone or contribution towards business calls
• Free parking available at city centre and regional locations
• Private Medical Insurance with Aviva (optional)
• Access to on-site childcare facilities in Armagh
• Opportunities to participate in community events and initiatives
• Genuine opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Potential to work from Belfast upon successful completion of probation

The Opportunity

This is more than a traditional Finance Manager role. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build, develop and improve systems, processes and reporting structures that support a growing organisation.
Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will act as a trusted commercial adviser, providing valuable financial insight while ensuring the finance function is scalable, efficient and future-focused.

The organisation is particularly interested in candidates who embrace technology, automation and AI-driven solutions to improve reporting, visibility and decision-making.

For an ambitious finance professional, this role offers genuine scope for progression, increased responsibility and long-term career development as the business continues to expand.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance function, providing financial and commercial support to senior leadership.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts and financial models to support business planning and growth.
• Deliver accurate monthly management accounts, KPI reporting and performance analysis.
• Monitor profitability, cash flow, costs and key business metrics, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Maintain strong financial controls, policies and reporting processes across the organisation.
• Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including payroll, VAT, invoicing, payments and supplier management.
• Support the financial management and performance of multiple operational locations and business projects.
• Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, processes and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual tasks and implement technology, AI and process improvements.
• Act as a trusted business partner, providing insight and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

About You
You will be an ambitious, commercially minded finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.

Ideally, you will have:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Previous Finance Manager experience, or be an experienced Financial Controller ready to step into a Finance Manager position.
• Experience within an SME, growing business, entrepreneurial environment or multi-site operation.
• Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
• Advanced financial modelling, forecasting and analytical skills.
• Excellent Excel skills.
• Experience using QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Confidence dealing with customers, suppliers and colleagues at all levels.
• Experience managing multi-site operations would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

• This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a finance function within a successful and growing organisation where your contribution will have a genuine impact.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Work directly with senior leadership.
• Influence strategic decision-making.
• Lead and develop a growing finance function.
• Introduce technology, automation and AI solutions.
• Shape financial systems and processes.
• Support business growth and expansion initiatives.
• Advance your career within an ambitious organisation with significant growth plans.
• Benefit from potential hybrid working from Belfast following probation.

If you are a driven finance professional looking for a role where you can make a real impact while continuing to develop your career, Apple Recruitment would be delighted to hear from you.

Important Information
Applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available
for this position.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Patricia at patricia.oneill@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, driving experience, relevant qualifications and current contact details.

All details will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Permanent, Full-Time (37 Hours per Week) £25,983.50 Starting Salary + Progression + Excellent Benefits

Apple Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for a Customer Advisor on behalf of a highly respected organisation in Belfast.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced customer service professional to join a supportive and dynamic team in a role that offers genuine career progression, ongoing training and excellent employee benefits.

As a Customer Advisor, you will be the first point of contact for customers, providing a professional, responsive and customer-focused service across phone, email and digital channels. This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll play a key part in supporting customers, coordinating service requests and ensuring a high standard of customer care.

If you enjoy helping people, thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in delivering excellent service, we’d love to hear from you.

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 8.30am – 5.00pm
• Friday: 8.30am – 4.30pm
• One late shift per week (Monday to Thursday) finishing at 7.00pm
• Late shift can be taken as a later start or paid as overtime
• No weekend working

The Role

You will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer service while managing a variety of customer enquiries, service requests and administrative tasks.
Working as part of a busy and supportive team, you will ensure customer information is accurately recorded, appointments are coordinated efficiently and all interactions are handled in a professional and timely manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle inbound and outbound customer calls, emails and service requests.
• Deliver a professional and inclusive customer experience to all customers.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations and urgent requests.
• Manage customer complaints and ensure prompt resolution or escalation whererequired.
• Schedule appointments and coordinate work activities with customers andoperational teams.
• Maintain accurate customer records and update information across multiplesystems.
• Process and manage large volumes of customer information and documentation.
• Support project communications and service delivery activities.
• Ensure compliance with data protection and company procedures.
• Provide general administrative support and contribute to team objectives.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Criteria

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths at Grade C/4 orabove.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong IT and data entry skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Professional and friendly telephone manner.
• Ability to remain calm and professional when dealing with challenging situations.

Experience
Either:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience within a high-volume contact centre environment

OR

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience within a busy retail, customer service or customer-facing environment involving high levels of customer interaction.

Plus:

•  At least 2 years’ administrative experience, including call handling and maintaining customer records.

Desirable

• Experience scheduling appointments using diary management systems.
• Experience maintaining and updating large volumes of customer data.
• Experience handling and resolving customer complaints.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary Progression
• Starting Salary: £25,983.50
• Increase to £26,483 after successful completion of 6 months
• Increase to £26,983 after 12 months
• Annual salary reviews every April
• Overtime opportunities available

Benefits Package

• Company pension scheme with up to 6% employer contribution
• Private medical insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)
• Life assurance cover
• 20 days annual leave plus 11 public holidays
• Additional annual leave linked to length of service
• Comprehensive training and development programme
• Clear opportunities for internal progression
• Free staff bus from Belfast City Centre
• Free onsite parking
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Why Apply?
This is more than just a customer service position. It’s an opportunity to join a stable and highly regarded employer that genuinely invests in its people.
You’ll receive ongoing training, career development opportunities and the chance to build a long-term career within a supportive organisation that values customer excellence, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Interested?
To apply, please submit your CV to Patricia O’Neill at Apple Recruitment or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Please note: As this is a permanent position, applicants must have the unrestricted and permanent right to work in the UK. Candidates requiring current or future sponsorship cannot be considered.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apple Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Apple Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for a Low Carbon Heating Analyst on behalf of a highly respected and forward-thinking organisation based in Belfast.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a team at the forefront of Northern Ireland’s transition to a low-carbon future. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting major low-carbon heating initiatives, undertaking research and analysis, monitoring policy developments, and contributing to projects that help shape the future of sustainable energy.

This position would suit a recent graduate or early-career professional with strong analytical and research skills who is keen to develop a career within the energy, sustainability, policy, or environmental sectors. You will gain exposure to high-profile projects, collaborate with industry experts, academics, policymakers and regulators, and contribute to work that has a real impact on Northern Ireland’s net-zero ambitions.

Salary & Benefits

• £30,000 – £35,000 per annum
• Annual bonus scheme
• Employer-enhanced contributory pension scheme
• Free life assurance
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and sick pay provisions
• 20 days annual leave plus 11 public holidays
• Additional annual leave entitlement linked to length of service
• Health and wellbeing support programmes
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Give As You Earn charity scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Opportunity to join a highly respected organisation offering long-term career progression

Hours of Work
This is a permanent full-time position working 37 hours per week.

• Monday to Thursday: 8.30am – 5.00pm
• Friday: 8.30am – 4.30pm

Flexibility may occasionally be required to meet business needs.

The Role
The Low Carbon Heating Analyst will support the delivery of innovative low-carbon heat programmes and wider energy transition initiatives.

A key focus of the role will be supporting the delivery of a major Hybrid Heat Pump Programme, including the management, analysis and interpretation of large volumes of performance data from residential heating systems.
The successful candidate will produce detailed reports and briefings, support strategic decision-making, monitor policy developments, undertake research and analysis, and work closely with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist knowledge of low-carbon heating technologies, net-zero policy and energy transition projects while building a rewarding long- term career.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse data generated from low-carbon heating programmes and trials.
• Identify performance trends, issues and opportunities through detailed data analysis.
• Prepare high-quality reports, briefings and performance updates for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the presentation of project findings and programme outcomes.
• Conduct research into low-carbon heating technologies, energy policy and related market developments.
• Monitor policy developments across Northern Ireland, Ireland, the UK and Europe and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Support the successful delivery of research projects, pilot programmes and industry trials.
• Engage with a variety of stakeholders including regulators, government departments, academics, industry partners and internal teams.
• Assist in preparing responses to consultations and policy discussions.
• Support business development activities, market analysis and evaluation of future low-carbon opportunities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across multidisciplinary teams to support the organisation’s decarbonisation objectives.
• Prepare concise, structured briefings for senior management and leadership teams.

About You

We are looking for an analytical and motivated individual with a genuine interest in sustainability, energy transition and low-carbon technologies.

Essential Criteria

• Educated to degree level.
• Minimum of one year’s experience in a research, analyst, economist, regulatory, policy, public affairs or similar analytical role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience interpreting information and communicating complex findings clearly.
• Experience preparing structured written reports, briefings or analysis documents.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently using initiative.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience analysing large volumes of data.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience working collaboratively with external organisations or stakeholders.
• Knowledge of energy, sustainability, climate change or environmental policy.
• Demonstrable interest in low-carbon heating technologies and energy transition initiatives.
• Experience supporting research projects, business cases, consultation responses or policy development activities.

Why Apply?
This is a unique opportunity to join an organisation that is helping drive the future of sustainable energy in Northern Ireland.

You will gain valuable experience working on innovative low-carbon heating projects, contribute to meaningful environmental initiatives, and develop specialist expertise in a rapidly growing sector. The role offers excellent exposure to policy, research, data analysis and stakeholder engagement, making it an ideal opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in the sustainability, energy or environmental sectors.

Interested?
If you have strong analytical and research skills and are looking for an opportunity to develop your career within the growing low-carbon and energy transition sector, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV to Patricia O’Neill at Apple Recruitment or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Please note: This is a permanent position. Applicants must have the unrestricted and
permanent right to work in the UK. Candidates requiring current or future visa sponsorship cannot be considered for this role.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apple Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all
suitably qualified candidates.