If you’re job hunting in Slough, you’ve probably seen the same few ads doing the rounds. Admin roles that don’t say much. Sales jobs with no salary. Temp gigs with zero detail.
And that’s if you’ve managed to filter out the warehouse work, the agency spam, and the “entry-level” jobs that somehow want five years of experience.
You deserve better than that.
Whether you’re looking for a step up, a career switch, or a new opportunity with a company that actually values its people, this guide is for you.
At Bucks and Berks Recruitment, we’ve been helping professionals find the right roles in Slough and across Berkshire for decades — and we’re not about quick wins or quantity-over-quality. We specialise in permanent and temporary office-based roles that match your skills, ambitions, and values.
Let’s show you how to job hunt in Slough — the professional way.
What Kind of Jobs Are Out There in Slough?
Slough is one of the South East’s busiest commercial hubs, sitting at the heart of the Thames Valley business corridor. It’s home to multinational HQs, logistics providers, tech firms, and professional services companies — all of which need capable people to keep things moving.
But if you’re not looking for a forklift or factory role, and want something more structured, skilled, and long-term, here’s where Bucks and Berks come in. We specialise in placing candidates in permanent and temporary roles across the following sectors:
Sales and Business Development
Whether you’re early in your career or already confident picking up the phone, Slough has a strong demand for sales professionals — especially those who can build relationships, understand client needs, and follow up effectively.
We place roles such as:
- Sales Executives – often hybrid, blending lead generation with account management. These suit people who are commercially aware and target-driven.
- Internal Account Managers – managing repeat business and renewals for established clients. Communication skills are key here, rather than cold calling.
- Customer Success or Retention roles – especially in SaaS, telecoms, and utilities. These involve relationship-building post-sale to retain clients.
Employers value candidates who are confident, coachable, and able to balance customer needs with commercial outcomes.
Marketing and Communications
Marketing in Slough is becoming increasingly digital, with employers looking for candidates who can write well, manage campaigns, and work with data. We often help fill roles like:
- Marketing Assistants – supporting campaign delivery, social media, content creation, and events. These roles often sit within small teams, so being proactive and organised is crucial.
- Digital Marketing Executives – focusing on SEO, PPC, email marketing, or analytics. Some roles will train on the job, others look for prior experience or qualifications (like CIM or Google Ads).
- CRM or Content Coordinators – ideal for candidates with strong writing and database skills, often in B2B or ecommerce environments.
Many of these roles start as temporary contracts and move to permanent after 3–6 months. Hybrid working is common, but so is being hands-on in a fast-paced office environment.
Office Support and Administration
Office and admin roles are the backbone of most companies. Employers are looking for reliable, detail-focused team members who can multitask, prioritise, and represent the business professionally.
Roles include:
- Team Administrators / Office Coordinators – managing diaries, preparing documents, arranging meetings and keeping things running smoothly
- Reception and Front of House – often in professional services or tech companies, where first impressions count
- Data Entry / Compliance Support – for candidates who are confident with Excel, databases, or CRM systems and can handle sensitive information with care
- Customer Service Coordinators – supporting inbound enquiries, processing orders or resolving basic issues via phone or email
Many of these roles suit career returners, skilled temps, or early-career candidates looking to gain structure and experience.
Finance and Accounting Support
With a large number of head offices, finance teams in Slough are often centralised — and that creates a healthy flow of finance support roles, particularly for candidates who are confident with numbers, spreadsheets, and processes.
We recruit for:
- Accounts Assistants – supporting month-end processes, managing invoices, reconciling accounts. Experience with systems like Sage or Xero is a bonus, but not always essential
- Purchase Ledger / Sales Ledger Clerks – roles that require accuracy and a methodical approach, often within small finance teams
- Credit Controllers – chasing payments, managing debtor books, and maintaining customer relationships — perfect for assertive but diplomatic personalities
- Payroll Support – often part-time or temp roles, helping businesses manage weekly or monthly payroll runs
Some of these roles are ideal stepping-stones to formal qualifications (AAT, ACCA) and career progression.
HR and Recruitment Support
As businesses in Slough scale or restructure, they often need HR and people professionals to support growth — whether it’s helping onboard staff, manage records, or drive culture change.
We support roles such as:
- HR Assistants / Coordinators – managing staff files, contracts, training records and policies. These often require high levels of discretion and organisation
- Recruitment Coordinators – supporting the hiring process from start to finish: job ads, interview scheduling, onboarding and compliance
- Learning & Development Support – great for candidates with a training, coaching, or education background, especially within professional services or customer-facing industries
These are often temp-to-perm roles that grow with the business — ideal if you’re looking to get a foot in the door.
Operations and Logistics Administration
Given Slough’s location and logistics infrastructure, many local employers need skilled administrators to support complex supply chains, customer orders, and international shipping.
Roles here include:
- Operations Assistants / Coordinators – managing schedules, stock levels, or project timelines across departments
- Logistics / Shipping Administrators – dealing with delivery paperwork, customs documentation, and courier coordination — great for detail-focused candidates with strong time management skills
- Supply Chain Support – liaising between procurement, warehouses, and customers to make sure orders are fulfilled correctly and on time
These positions are fast-paced, often multi-tasking heavy, and ideal for candidates who enjoy solving practical problems.
What Makes Slough Different?
Slough has always been well connected — but in recent years, it’s become a genuine alternative to London for professionals who want good roles without the long commute.
What we see in the local market:
- Multinational brands alongside smaller, fast-growing businesses
- A steady stream of contract and temp-to-perm roles that convert to full-time positions
- Hybrid working is increasing, but many employers still value in-office collaboration
- Candidates who respond quickly and communicate clearly tend to land the best roles
If you’re looking for a way to grow your career in Berkshire, Slough is full of opportunity — and far more varied than many job boards make it seem.
How Bucks and Berks Help You Find the Right Role
We don’t take a scattergun approach. Instead, we get to know your strengths, background, and goals — and match you with roles that make sense. That could be a short-term contract to get experience fast, or a permanent position with long-term potential.
Working with us means:
- Personal, one-to-one advice
- Support with CVs, cover letters, and applications
- Real insight into the company and the hiring manager
- Proper prep before interviews — and feedback afterwards
- Temp and perm opportunities with local employers who trust us
We’ve been supporting professionals in Slough for years — and we’re always open to a conversation about what you’re looking for next.
Send us your CV or view open roles here
In and around central Slough, the office based professional jobs are there. Behind the industrial estates and trainline clichés, there are businesses doing great things and hiring people who want to grow their careers.
Whether you’ve just left your last role, want a change of direction, or are ready to rejoin the workforce after a break, we’ll help you figure out your next step.
No jargon. No generic ads. Just honest support and proper job opportunities.
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