Business Services Manager

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First, a little bit about us - Eco Recruitment Group.

We specialise in recruiting across the full spectrum of Accountancy Practice roles — from AAT trainees and newly qualified professionals to Senior Managers and Partners.

We cover all areas of practice, including: General Practice, Audit & Assurance, Corporate & Personal Tax, Outsourcing, Corporate Finance, and Restructuring & Insolvency.

What do you want from your next move?More flexibility? A clearer path to progression? A team that actually listens?

We’re not here just to tick boxes — we’re here to help you find a role that fits your lifestyle, your ambition, and your personality. The kind of role that feels right — not just on paper, but in real life.

Now, let’s get to the job…

Business Services Manager - Brighton.

We’re looking for an ambitious, forward-thinking Business Services Manager to oversee a varied portfolio of growing businesses. If you enjoy working closely with clients, leading teams, and driving meaningful improvements, this is for you.

What You’ll Do

• Manage a portfolio of business clients, reviewing work and advising on growth opportunities

• Oversee deadlines, WIP, and billing in collaboration with senior leadership

• Attend client meetings (in person and virtually)

• Support with ad hoc projects and business development initiatives

• Mentor, train, and support junior team members — including line management

What We’re Looking For

• ACA or ACCA qualified, with 2+ years’ post-qualified experience in practice

• Strong technical knowledge across accounts, tax, and cloud software (e.g. Xero)

• Skilled communicator with a passion for building relationships

• Confident team leader with people-development experience

• Organised, self-motivated, and commercially aware

What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working + flexible hours

• Central Brighton office with a modern, friendly culture

• Paid overtime or time off in lieu

• 4% employer pension contributions

• Option to buy extra holidays

• Health and wellbeing benefits (Cash Plan + Enterprise Health scheme)

• Staff discounts via a lifestyle perks platform

• Relaxed dress code

Interested? Apply today!

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