
Laing O’Rourke is an international engineering enterprise, with operations in Europe, Australia and the Middle East. Our purpose is to push the boundaries of what's possible in service of humanity. Together, with our values of care, integrity and courage, this is what makes us unique. We have a strong culture which stems from our family ownership and a passion to deliver projects that improve the lives of the communities they serve. Across our global business, we continue to build a reputation of adapting our business model to help our clients achieve their desired outcomes with certainty.
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Graduate Talent Acquisition Associate
Laing O'Rourke
Dartford, UK
Support end-to-end recruitment, candidate sourcing, employer branding, and talent acquisition activities while developing HR and recruitment expertise through Laing O'Rourke's Graduate Development Programme.This role does not provide sponsorship We're looking for bright and committed graduates who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry. About this role The Talent Acquisition Associate supports the delivery of end-to-end recruitment activity while developing the knowledge, skills and commercial understanding required for a career in Talent Acquisition. The role combines candidate attraction, sourcing, recruitment coordination, market research and stakeholder support, providing an excellent candidate and hiring manager experience while building capability across multiple business areas. Role Overview Working closely with Talent Acquisition Advisors, Partners and the wider People team, the role provides proactive support across the recruitment lifecycle whilst taking ownership of defined activities and continuously developing expertise in recruitment best practice, talent mapping and employer branding. Support the delivery of end-to-end recruitment assignments across a range of business areas. Source and engage candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, talent pools, events and direct search. Conduct candidate screening and initial assessment calls, providing recommendations to the Talent Acquisition team. Coordinate interviews, assessments and recruitment logistics to deliver an outstanding candidate and hiring manager experience. Support the development and maintenance of talent pipelines for future hiring requirements and critical skills. Support market mapping and gather talent intelligence, including salary benchmarking, competitor activity and labour market insights, to inform recruitment strategies. Support employer branding, recruitment marketing campaigns and careers events. Maintain accurate information within the Applicant Tracking System and ensure recruitment activity is compliant and well documented. Provide a responsive and professional service to candidates, hiring managers and internal stakeholders, ensuring recruitment activities are coordinated efficiently and stakeholders are kept informed throughout the process. Contribute to continuous improvement projects across Talent Acquisition, including process optimisation, reporting and technology adoption. Champion inclusive recruitment practices and support delivery of diversity and inclusion objectives. Take ownership of personal development, building knowledge of the business, recruitment best practice and labour market trends. Degree Subjects Any degree discipline will be considered for this role Professional Accreditation CIPD or REC The Laing O'Rourke Graduate Development Programme - what can you expect? Our graduate programme is designed to embrace and develop your capabilities. Most importantly, you will be encouraged to continue learning throughout your career. You will be stretched, challenged and supported by a business that views your personal development and the achievement of professional accreditation as a priority. Our programme will give you the practical experience, technical learning and professional development while being part of the some of the most exciting construction and infrastructure projects in the UK. Entry requirements We are looking for graduates who meet the following criteria: Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable Full mobility as you may be required to relocate for your role Strong numeracy and literacy skills A degree course with a clear route to professional accreditation Your degree classification should be 2:1 or higher
Posted 5 days ago

Graduate Tax Assistant
Laing O'Rourke
Dartford, UK
Support corporate tax, VAT, employment tax, and RDEC activities while gaining practical experience through Laing O'Rourke's Graduate Development Programme.This role does not provide sponsorshipWe're looking for bright and committed graduates who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry.Role OverviewThe role is based within the Tax Team at our Dartford Head Office and provides practical experience across the key areas of tax that support the UK business. The Tax Assistant will work with colleagues across Corporate Tax, VAT, Employment Taxes and RDEC, helping to deliver compliance, reporting, audit support, process improvements and day-to-day tax advisory support.This placement offers exposure to a broad range of tax activities, including the preparation of tax computations and returns, analysis of financial data, maintenance of tax documentation and engagement with internal stakeholders and external advisors.The successful candidate will support the Tax Team in ensuring tax information is accurate, well controlled and delivered to agreed deadlines, while developing an understanding of how tax applies in a complex construction and engineering environment.A flexible approach, strong attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively are important, as the role will involve managing varied tax tasks, responding to information requests and supporting continuous improvement within the team.You will be a detailed and deadline-focused individual with strong analytical skills, a willingness to learn and an interest in developing a broad foundation in tax.QualificationsBusiness degrees preferred (i.e., Accounting and Finance, Business Studies etc) but other degrees consideredProfessional AccreditationOption of either ACCA or ICAEW accounting qualificationsKey Deliverables and AccountabilitiesThe primary responsibilities for this role within the Tax Team include supporting the delivery of tax compliance, reporting and advisory activities across Corporate Tax, VAT, Employment Taxes and RDEC. Key deliverables and accountabilities include:· Assisting with the preparation of tax computations, returns, payments and supporting schedules in line with internal deadlines and statutory filing requirements· Supporting Corporate Tax compliance activities, including information gathering, analysis of financial data, preparation of schedules and maintenance of tax working papers· Assisting with VAT compliance processes, including preparing data for VAT returns, reviewing transaction listings, undertaking basic reconciliations and supporting responses to VAT queries· Providing support on Employment Taxes matters, including gathering information for PAYE, P11D, PSA and other employee-related tax reporting requirements· Supporting the RDEC process by helping to collate project information, maintain claim documentation, analyse qualifying expenditure and respond to information requests from internal stakeholders and external advisors· Assisting with periodic tax reporting, forecasting and year-end audit deliverables, including preparing analysis and responding to audit queries where required· Updating and improving tax data files, Excel trackers and reporting templates, ensuring information is complete, well structured and easy to review· Undertaking research and analysis to support tax projects, process improvements, risk management activities and ad hoc tax advisory work· Building effective working relationships with colleagues across Finance, Payroll, HR, Commercial, Projects and the wider business to obtain information and resolve tax-related queries· Contributing to the continuous improvement of tax processes, controls and documentation, with a focus on accuracy, efficiency and clear communication The Laing O'Rourke Graduate Development Programme - what can you expect?Our graduate programme is designed to embrace and develop your capabilities. Most importantly, you will be encouraged to continue learning throughout your career. You will be stretched, challenged and supported by a business that views your personal development and the achievement of professional accreditation as a priority. Our programme will give you the practical experience, technical learning and professional development while being part of the some of the most exciting construction and infrastructure projects in the UK.Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may close a role once enough candidates have applied. We encourage all applicants to apply as early as possible so you don't miss the opportunity to be considered.Entry requirementsWe are looking for graduates who meet the following criteria:· Studying or have obtained a Business related degree (i.e., Accounting and Finance, Business Studies etc) but other degrees considered· Studying a degree course with a clear route to professional accreditation· Your degree classification should be 2:1 or higher· Strong numeracy and literacy skills· Flexibility as you may be required to work away· Eligible to work in the UK
Posted 5 days ago

Graduate Talent Acquisition Associate
Laing O'Rourke
Dartford, UK
Support end-to-end recruitment, candidate sourcing, employer branding, and talent acquisition activities while developing HR and recruitment expertise through Laing O'Rourke's Graduate Development Programme.This role does not provide sponsorship We're looking for bright and committed graduates who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry. About this role The Talent Acquisition Associate supports the delivery of end-to-end recruitment activity while developing the knowledge, skills and commercial understanding required for a career in Talent Acquisition. The role combines candidate attraction, sourcing, recruitment coordination, market research and stakeholder support, providing an excellent candidate and hiring manager experience while building capability across multiple business areas. Role Overview Working closely with Talent Acquisition Advisors, Partners and the wider People team, the role provides proactive support across the recruitment lifecycle whilst taking ownership of defined activities and continuously developing expertise in recruitment best practice, talent mapping and employer branding. Support the delivery of end-to-end recruitment assignments across a range of business areas. Source and engage candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, talent pools, events and direct search. Conduct candidate screening and initial assessment calls, providing recommendations to the Talent Acquisition team. Coordinate interviews, assessments and recruitment logistics to deliver an outstanding candidate and hiring manager experience. Support the development and maintenance of talent pipelines for future hiring requirements and critical skills. Support market mapping and gather talent intelligence, including salary benchmarking, competitor activity and labour market insights, to inform recruitment strategies. Support employer branding, recruitment marketing campaigns and careers events. Maintain accurate information within the Applicant Tracking System and ensure recruitment activity is compliant and well documented. Provide a responsive and professional service to candidates, hiring managers and internal stakeholders, ensuring recruitment activities are coordinated efficiently and stakeholders are kept informed throughout the process. Contribute to continuous improvement projects across Talent Acquisition, including process optimisation, reporting and technology adoption. Champion inclusive recruitment practices and support delivery of diversity and inclusion objectives. Take ownership of personal development, building knowledge of the business, recruitment best practice and labour market trends. Degree Subjects Any degree discipline will be considered for this role Professional Accreditation CIPD or REC The Laing O'Rourke Graduate Development Programme - what can you expect? Our graduate programme is designed to embrace and develop your capabilities. Most importantly, you will be encouraged to continue learning throughout your career. You will be stretched, challenged and supported by a business that views your personal development and the achievement of professional accreditation as a priority. Our programme will give you the practical experience, technical learning and professional development while being part of the some of the most exciting construction and infrastructure projects in the UK. Entry requirements We are looking for graduates who meet the following criteria: Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable Full mobility as you may be required to relocate for your role Strong numeracy and literacy skills A degree course with a clear route to professional accreditation Your degree classification should be 2:1 or higher
Posted 5 days ago

Graduate Tax Assistant
Laing O'Rourke
Dartford, UK
Support corporate tax, VAT, employment tax, and RDEC activities while gaining practical experience through Laing O'Rourke's Graduate Development Programme.This role does not provide sponsorshipWe're looking for bright and committed graduates who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry.Role OverviewThe role is based within the Tax Team at our Dartford Head Office and provides practical experience across the key areas of tax that support the UK business. The Tax Assistant will work with colleagues across Corporate Tax, VAT, Employment Taxes and RDEC, helping to deliver compliance, reporting, audit support, process improvements and day-to-day tax advisory support.This placement offers exposure to a broad range of tax activities, including the preparation of tax computations and returns, analysis of financial data, maintenance of tax documentation and engagement with internal stakeholders and external advisors.The successful candidate will support the Tax Team in ensuring tax information is accurate, well controlled and delivered to agreed deadlines, while developing an understanding of how tax applies in a complex construction and engineering environment.A flexible approach, strong attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively are important, as the role will involve managing varied tax tasks, responding to information requests and supporting continuous improvement within the team.You will be a detailed and deadline-focused individual with strong analytical skills, a willingness to learn and an interest in developing a broad foundation in tax.QualificationsBusiness degrees preferred (i.e., Accounting and Finance, Business Studies etc) but other degrees consideredProfessional AccreditationOption of either ACCA or ICAEW accounting qualificationsKey Deliverables and AccountabilitiesThe primary responsibilities for this role within the Tax Team include supporting the delivery of tax compliance, reporting and advisory activities across Corporate Tax, VAT, Employment Taxes and RDEC. Key deliverables and accountabilities include:· Assisting with the preparation of tax computations, returns, payments and supporting schedules in line with internal deadlines and statutory filing requirements· Supporting Corporate Tax compliance activities, including information gathering, analysis of financial data, preparation of schedules and maintenance of tax working papers· Assisting with VAT compliance processes, including preparing data for VAT returns, reviewing transaction listings, undertaking basic reconciliations and supporting responses to VAT queries· Providing support on Employment Taxes matters, including gathering information for PAYE, P11D, PSA and other employee-related tax reporting requirements· Supporting the RDEC process by helping to collate project information, maintain claim documentation, analyse qualifying expenditure and respond to information requests from internal stakeholders and external advisors· Assisting with periodic tax reporting, forecasting and year-end audit deliverables, including preparing analysis and responding to audit queries where required· Updating and improving tax data files, Excel trackers and reporting templates, ensuring information is complete, well structured and easy to review· Undertaking research and analysis to support tax projects, process improvements, risk management activities and ad hoc tax advisory work· Building effective working relationships with colleagues across Finance, Payroll, HR, Commercial, Projects and the wider business to obtain information and resolve tax-related queries· Contributing to the continuous improvement of tax processes, controls and documentation, with a focus on accuracy, efficiency and clear communication The Laing O'Rourke Graduate Development Programme - what can you expect?Our graduate programme is designed to embrace and develop your capabilities. Most importantly, you will be encouraged to continue learning throughout your career. You will be stretched, challenged and supported by a business that views your personal development and the achievement of professional accreditation as a priority. Our programme will give you the practical experience, technical learning and professional development while being part of the some of the most exciting construction and infrastructure projects in the UK.Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may close a role once enough candidates have applied. We encourage all applicants to apply as early as possible so you don't miss the opportunity to be considered.Entry requirementsWe are looking for graduates who meet the following criteria:· Studying or have obtained a Business related degree (i.e., Accounting and Finance, Business Studies etc) but other degrees considered· Studying a degree course with a clear route to professional accreditation· Your degree classification should be 2:1 or higher· Strong numeracy and literacy skills· Flexibility as you may be required to work away· Eligible to work in the UK
Posted 5 days ago
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