James Andrews Recruitment
Loudwater, Buckinghamshire
We re delighted to be partnering with a leading Organisation, based in Buckinghamshire, who are currently recruiting for Financial Reporting Manager to join the team on a permanent basis. What's on offer: The role is 37 hours per week and with a excellent hybrid working set up. The annual salary is £66,545 per annum and the hiring manager is looking to get someone started May 2024 (subject to notice period). The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant (CIMA or ACCA) with experience working withing the social housing sector. Duties will include (but not limited to): Managing two Finance Business Partners and one Assistant Management Accountant, providing 121 support, assistance and training where needed Leading on the preparation of Annual Statutory Accounts, including the consolidation of statutory accounts and the timely submission of the regulatory returns to the Regulator, Funders and other statutory bodies Supporting with the preparation of month end reporting and coordinating various inputs to ensure a smooth and efficient closure Liaising with external auditors and preparing key schedules for statutory audit Assisting with the preparation of the monthly management accounts including variance analysis and preparing journals Preparing accurate financial and performance information to be delivered to budget holders, senior managers, the Executive Management Team and the Board Experience required: Fully qualified Accountant or equivalent Background working in Social Housing or Property Experience in consolidating statutory accounts Skills, knowledge and expertise required: Line management including training and development Rewards and Benefits: Attractive work setting Flexible working Excellent defined contributions pension with a high level of employer contributions Opportunities to develop your career through training, including gaining professional qualifications, career coaching, mentoring etc. Working hours 37.5 hours per week (flexible working) Monday - Friday Hybrid working: 1 day on site per week (including every Wednesday ,however you may be required on site more in the starting weeks) Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don t forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
We re delighted to be partnering with a leading Organisation, based in Buckinghamshire, who are currently recruiting for Financial Reporting Manager to join the team on a permanent basis. What's on offer: The role is 37 hours per week and with a excellent hybrid working set up. The annual salary is £66,545 per annum and the hiring manager is looking to get someone started May 2024 (subject to notice period). The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant (CIMA or ACCA) with experience working withing the social housing sector. Duties will include (but not limited to): Managing two Finance Business Partners and one Assistant Management Accountant, providing 121 support, assistance and training where needed Leading on the preparation of Annual Statutory Accounts, including the consolidation of statutory accounts and the timely submission of the regulatory returns to the Regulator, Funders and other statutory bodies Supporting with the preparation of month end reporting and coordinating various inputs to ensure a smooth and efficient closure Liaising with external auditors and preparing key schedules for statutory audit Assisting with the preparation of the monthly management accounts including variance analysis and preparing journals Preparing accurate financial and performance information to be delivered to budget holders, senior managers, the Executive Management Team and the Board Experience required: Fully qualified Accountant or equivalent Background working in Social Housing or Property Experience in consolidating statutory accounts Skills, knowledge and expertise required: Line management including training and development Rewards and Benefits: Attractive work setting Flexible working Excellent defined contributions pension with a high level of employer contributions Opportunities to develop your career through training, including gaining professional qualifications, career coaching, mentoring etc. Working hours 37.5 hours per week (flexible working) Monday - Friday Hybrid working: 1 day on site per week (including every Wednesday ,however you may be required on site more in the starting weeks) Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don t forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details
Head of Housing Solutions Independence and Rough Sleeping Salary: £68,439 - £81,815 per annum Contract: Permanent, Full-Time, 36 hours per week. Job Reference: R About us at Hounslow We'd love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be. We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we've built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London's most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before. About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in "Harness the Mix". It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer. We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias. As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. There's space for you to tell us what you need within our application form. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to join our Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Services which adopts a preventative approach across the housing, health, and social care agendas. With new dynamic leadership at its helm, the Housing Directorate is pursuing a mandate to be the best local housing authority that delivers for its residents. If you want to be a part of our new progressive leadership team, this is a unique opportunity for you as well as us, because we are interested in what you can bring to help us improve and develop our services for our customers. You will need to be energetic, enthusiastic and ready for a new and exciting challenge where every day is different. You will have relevant work-based experience, have a track record of putting service users at the heart of service delivery and want to continue to learn and develop your knowledge and skills. About the Team You'll Be Working In This is an exciting and busy role that is at the centre of the Councils response to homelessness. The service is developing and progressing our agenda to reduce the use of temporary accommodation and achieve more upstream prevention outcomes. You directly line manage Service Managers and through them a range of Assistant Service Managers and Advisers covering statutory and non-statutory homelessness and prevention services. This is a key Head of Service position within the Housing Directorate, leading our Housing Solutions, Independence, and Rough Sleeping Services. You will be responsible for a service that makes a real difference to the lives of people who are homeless or at risk of losing their homes. You will work alongside other Heads of Services, reporting to the Assistant Director for Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Services (HIPS) to support and lead aspects of our huge improvement programme. About You You have extensive knowledge and experience of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, working with vulnerable people, and experience of leading multi-disciplinary housing teams and work involving complex needs and diverse client groups and an expert knowledge of homelessness and associated legislation. You are a dynamic leader driving continuous improvement to a first class, modern and flexible prevention focussed service to a wide range of residents. You have extensive experience and consistent achievement at a senior management level in an organisation of comparable scope and complexity, working to continuously improve services for vulnerable people. You are experienced in leading, motivating and managing services with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve consistently high standards and deliver strategic objectives, policies and value for money services through effective service planning. Your excellent interpersonal skills will mean that you are able to be supportive and motivating as you lead and inspire, empowering your teams and colleagues whilst being clear and firm about performance and service delivery. You are an expert communicator who has extensive experience of developing excellent relationships with key partners. You take personal responsibility to obtain and maintain trust of a wide range of stakeholders, including residents, internal departments, external agencies, government departments. You are a critical thinker with innovative and creative problem solving skills that achieve the strategic objectives of the council, while managing and minimising risk across the service and effectively implement a preventative ethos in the areas of housing, health and social care. You have high personal integrity with a respect for the dignity and confidentiality of others. You will be committed to equal opportunities and understanding how the service needs to adapt to improve accessibility. You are self-motivated, highly organised and analytical with an attention to detail, able to review budgets, data and identify trends and make appropriate decisions. It is desirable that you have a degree or equivalent qualifications. You have demonstrable work experience and can evidence continual professional development. You can travel independently around the Borough to meet other professionals in community settings. Are you passionate about customer services? Are you an experienced homelessness professional with an excellent grasp of housing legislation? Are you looking to working in a forward thinking and progressive housing department? Are you a visible leader adept at managing high volumes of work involving vulnerable residents. If the points above resonate with you, we would like to hear from you. Read more about the work you'll be doing in the Role Profile on our website. Essential: Basic DBS is required for the role. When Interviews Will Be Held and Who to Contact: The key information you need about the role should be in the Role Profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact: Email: Interviews for this job will be held during May/June 2024. Closing Date: 22 nd May 2024
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Head of Housing Solutions Independence and Rough Sleeping Salary: £68,439 - £81,815 per annum Contract: Permanent, Full-Time, 36 hours per week. Job Reference: R About us at Hounslow We'd love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be. We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we've built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London's most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before. About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in "Harness the Mix". It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer. We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias. As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. There's space for you to tell us what you need within our application form. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to join our Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Services which adopts a preventative approach across the housing, health, and social care agendas. With new dynamic leadership at its helm, the Housing Directorate is pursuing a mandate to be the best local housing authority that delivers for its residents. If you want to be a part of our new progressive leadership team, this is a unique opportunity for you as well as us, because we are interested in what you can bring to help us improve and develop our services for our customers. You will need to be energetic, enthusiastic and ready for a new and exciting challenge where every day is different. You will have relevant work-based experience, have a track record of putting service users at the heart of service delivery and want to continue to learn and develop your knowledge and skills. About the Team You'll Be Working In This is an exciting and busy role that is at the centre of the Councils response to homelessness. The service is developing and progressing our agenda to reduce the use of temporary accommodation and achieve more upstream prevention outcomes. You directly line manage Service Managers and through them a range of Assistant Service Managers and Advisers covering statutory and non-statutory homelessness and prevention services. This is a key Head of Service position within the Housing Directorate, leading our Housing Solutions, Independence, and Rough Sleeping Services. You will be responsible for a service that makes a real difference to the lives of people who are homeless or at risk of losing their homes. You will work alongside other Heads of Services, reporting to the Assistant Director for Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Services (HIPS) to support and lead aspects of our huge improvement programme. About You You have extensive knowledge and experience of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, working with vulnerable people, and experience of leading multi-disciplinary housing teams and work involving complex needs and diverse client groups and an expert knowledge of homelessness and associated legislation. You are a dynamic leader driving continuous improvement to a first class, modern and flexible prevention focussed service to a wide range of residents. You have extensive experience and consistent achievement at a senior management level in an organisation of comparable scope and complexity, working to continuously improve services for vulnerable people. You are experienced in leading, motivating and managing services with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve consistently high standards and deliver strategic objectives, policies and value for money services through effective service planning. Your excellent interpersonal skills will mean that you are able to be supportive and motivating as you lead and inspire, empowering your teams and colleagues whilst being clear and firm about performance and service delivery. You are an expert communicator who has extensive experience of developing excellent relationships with key partners. You take personal responsibility to obtain and maintain trust of a wide range of stakeholders, including residents, internal departments, external agencies, government departments. You are a critical thinker with innovative and creative problem solving skills that achieve the strategic objectives of the council, while managing and minimising risk across the service and effectively implement a preventative ethos in the areas of housing, health and social care. You have high personal integrity with a respect for the dignity and confidentiality of others. You will be committed to equal opportunities and understanding how the service needs to adapt to improve accessibility. You are self-motivated, highly organised and analytical with an attention to detail, able to review budgets, data and identify trends and make appropriate decisions. It is desirable that you have a degree or equivalent qualifications. You have demonstrable work experience and can evidence continual professional development. You can travel independently around the Borough to meet other professionals in community settings. Are you passionate about customer services? Are you an experienced homelessness professional with an excellent grasp of housing legislation? Are you looking to working in a forward thinking and progressive housing department? Are you a visible leader adept at managing high volumes of work involving vulnerable residents. If the points above resonate with you, we would like to hear from you. Read more about the work you'll be doing in the Role Profile on our website. Essential: Basic DBS is required for the role. When Interviews Will Be Held and Who to Contact: The key information you need about the role should be in the Role Profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact: Email: Interviews for this job will be held during May/June 2024. Closing Date: 22 nd May 2024
We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West are looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to be based on site in central Cornwall to assist in the delivery of our growing development pipeline in this area. Reporting to the Commercial Manager and working closely with a Senior Quantity Surveyor assist the commercial delivery of these residential development schemes. You will assist the Surveying department with cost management for these projects from procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts. This is a key role, and the successful candidate will have worked in a similar level role for a main contractor or developer within the region. With our growing pipeline of work in this part of our region it offers an ambitious candidate the opportunity to further develop their career. Note there will be occasional travel to our Exeter Head Office. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality HNC / Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Construction management or equivalent A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Good understanding of standard measurement rules Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure and accept criticism of work Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail A methodical approach Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require Desirable - HND/or Degree in Construction Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership, or, Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) COINS systems management knowledge More about the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role Attend the site pre-start meeting to understand the construction issue drawings with the Senior / Quantity Surveyor. Assist with the compiling of tender packages for all sub-contract trades. Receive tenders and assist with the analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels. Assist with the issuing of sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements. Attend sub-contract pre-order meetings. Liaise with Build Department on sub-contractors' performance and compliance with order conditions Assist with the production of sub-contract orders to accord with site programmed build requirements in accordance with Group Policy and Group Rebate schemes and fully adjudicate prior to issue of documentation. To liaise with the Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor and provide all necessary forecast and site budget information to meet the business's reporting requirements. Assist with the control and reporting of post contract cost movements to provide such monthly reporting as required by the Commercial Manager. Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/Service Provider. Where necessary, assist in determining a sub-contract order in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Employment and liaise with Build Department in this respect. Diligently use the BMS and processes to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist in the regular review of materials on-site and material valuations. Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Assist with the certifying of retention releases on completion of the project. Assist with the preparation and agreement of sub-contract final accounts. Maintaining necessary systems to efficiently file and retrieve information and to allow others to do likewise in accordance with the Business Management System Assist with maintaining final account schedules. Ensure to continue self development and follow training plan Attend departmental meetings as required. Deal with queries from colleagues. Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other regions. Ensure you have read the Company's health and safety policies and procedures observe them at all times. Reporting any accidents or near misses immediately to your Manager and record them in the accident book. Ensure your workplace is kept tidy and any hazards are eliminated or reported to your line manager. Wear appropriate protective clothing on site at all times. Attend all health and safety training as required by the Company. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West are looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to be based on site in central Cornwall to assist in the delivery of our growing development pipeline in this area. Reporting to the Commercial Manager and working closely with a Senior Quantity Surveyor assist the commercial delivery of these residential development schemes. You will assist the Surveying department with cost management for these projects from procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts. This is a key role, and the successful candidate will have worked in a similar level role for a main contractor or developer within the region. With our growing pipeline of work in this part of our region it offers an ambitious candidate the opportunity to further develop their career. Note there will be occasional travel to our Exeter Head Office. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality HNC / Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Construction management or equivalent A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Good understanding of standard measurement rules Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure and accept criticism of work Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail A methodical approach Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require Desirable - HND/or Degree in Construction Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership, or, Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) COINS systems management knowledge More about the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role Attend the site pre-start meeting to understand the construction issue drawings with the Senior / Quantity Surveyor. Assist with the compiling of tender packages for all sub-contract trades. Receive tenders and assist with the analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels. Assist with the issuing of sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements. Attend sub-contract pre-order meetings. Liaise with Build Department on sub-contractors' performance and compliance with order conditions Assist with the production of sub-contract orders to accord with site programmed build requirements in accordance with Group Policy and Group Rebate schemes and fully adjudicate prior to issue of documentation. To liaise with the Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor and provide all necessary forecast and site budget information to meet the business's reporting requirements. Assist with the control and reporting of post contract cost movements to provide such monthly reporting as required by the Commercial Manager. Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/Service Provider. Where necessary, assist in determining a sub-contract order in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Employment and liaise with Build Department in this respect. Diligently use the BMS and processes to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist in the regular review of materials on-site and material valuations. Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Assist with the certifying of retention releases on completion of the project. Assist with the preparation and agreement of sub-contract final accounts. Maintaining necessary systems to efficiently file and retrieve information and to allow others to do likewise in accordance with the Business Management System Assist with maintaining final account schedules. Ensure to continue self development and follow training plan Attend departmental meetings as required. Deal with queries from colleagues. Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other regions. Ensure you have read the Company's health and safety policies and procedures observe them at all times. Reporting any accidents or near misses immediately to your Manager and record them in the accident book. Ensure your workplace is kept tidy and any hazards are eliminated or reported to your line manager. Wear appropriate protective clothing on site at all times. Attend all health and safety training as required by the Company. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Our client are a leading Builders Merchant who provide Building Supplies to a mixture of contractors, house builders, housing associations, and end users. Due to an internal promotion, our client are looking for an experienced Builders Merchant Branch Manager to manage a very successful branch just north of Manchester near Bury. The branch has a team of around 23 staff and has a very loyal and strong customer base which is performing extremely well. The current Branch Manager is being promoted to a senior management position within the business, and as such they are looking for a replacement. The outgoing Branch Manager was very strong on Sales and there is an operationally focused Assistant Branch Manager at the branch, so ideally the client are looking for someone who enjoys Sales. In exchange, our client are offering the following: Basic salary of up to c 60k Strong Bonus scheme Company Car (electric or hybrid) 31 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) Company Pension Life Assurance Additional company benefits such as bike to work scheme, buying/selling holiday etc. If you are an Experienced Branch Manager within the Builders Merchant sector, and are looking for a new challenge, please apply now!
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
Our client are a leading Builders Merchant who provide Building Supplies to a mixture of contractors, house builders, housing associations, and end users. Due to an internal promotion, our client are looking for an experienced Builders Merchant Branch Manager to manage a very successful branch just north of Manchester near Bury. The branch has a team of around 23 staff and has a very loyal and strong customer base which is performing extremely well. The current Branch Manager is being promoted to a senior management position within the business, and as such they are looking for a replacement. The outgoing Branch Manager was very strong on Sales and there is an operationally focused Assistant Branch Manager at the branch, so ideally the client are looking for someone who enjoys Sales. In exchange, our client are offering the following: Basic salary of up to c 60k Strong Bonus scheme Company Car (electric or hybrid) 31 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) Company Pension Life Assurance Additional company benefits such as bike to work scheme, buying/selling holiday etc. If you are an Experienced Branch Manager within the Builders Merchant sector, and are looking for a new challenge, please apply now!
We have a great opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West, at our Truro sites and covering site around Cornwall. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial lead for mixed tenure developments we have starting this year. You must have experience of successfully delivering major open market affordable and contracting housing schemes with values in excess of £5m. This is a senior role and the successful candidate will have worked in a similar level role for a main contractor or developer. You must be proven in commercial and risk management on similar schemes for similar sized contractors. You will have a reputation for integrity, maturity, and sound business judgment; be totally comfortable working in and managing a team; and possess the creativity, commercial expertise, and commitment to successfully play an important role within the commercial and site teams. Note there will be occasional travel to our Exeter Head Office. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Proven experience with either a Main Contractor or developer Demonstrable strong account management and commercial experience Sub-contract payment recommendation Sub-contract Order recommendation Interim valuation submission and final account recommendation Strong team player, with the entrepreneurial ability to operate and excel in a changing on-site environment Demonstrable strong account management and commercial experience. Entrepreneurial ability to optimise profit in a continually changing environment. Well developed analytical, oral and presentation / communication skills. Be proven in commercial and risk management on similar schemes for similar sized contractors within the region The successful candidate will have a reputation for integrity, maturity, and sound business judgment. Possess the creativity, commercial expertise, and commitment to successfully lead commercial activities on site. Driven by their own ability to affect the outcome of the project and achieves job satisfaction by delivering strong results. Able to successfully communicate, create rapport and form working relationships with members of the project, sub-contractors and management team. Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable - BSC Hons Quantity Surveying or equivalent Membership of an industry recognized professional body (CIOB, RICS, CInstCES). Training of and understanding of COINs Training of and understanding of 4p (Viewpoint) Management of Assistant Surveyor / Trainee Surveyor Experience of COINS More about the Senior Quantity Surveyor role Strive to optimise the profitability of the contracts. Ensure that the contracts achieve the optimum cashflow position. Completion and compliance with required contract documentation including Performance Bonds, Parent Company Guarantees and Warranties. Ensure that all contract documentation and sub-contract documentation is completed and stored centrally. Compliance with commercial and company procedures through the Business Management System. Presenting and agreeing the external valuation with the client's representative. Pricing and agreeing variations with the client's representative. Prepare and manage key and large risk subcontract accounts from inception to final accounts. Subcontract procurement strategy and implementation. Ensure the procurement of sub-contractors is in line with the Vistry Business Management System and that the packages cover the scope of the works. Check and ensure compliance and issuing of timely Payment and Pay less notices to Subcontractors. Control, monitor and improve commercial processes by establishing objectives and targets for the Contract teams. Preparing monthly CVR & VCA reports for presentation to the Business Unit Management. Prepare monthly reports and present to Joint Venture Partners & Clients. Monitoring risk and opportunity schedules and managing risk from Commencement to Completion. Contribute to management of life of site cost & revenue forecasts across multi-phase developments. As part of project team, help shape long term delivery strategy for project Provide input and cost and value engineering advice throughout the design life of the scheme and attend design team meetings. Provide input and cost and value engineering advice throughout the design life of the scheme and attend design team meetings. Managing and undertake the personal development reviews of associated surveying resources, including training. Ensure a proactive approach to dispute avoidance. Ensure company health and safety standards and procedures are followed throughout the team Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
We have a great opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West, at our Truro sites and covering site around Cornwall. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial lead for mixed tenure developments we have starting this year. You must have experience of successfully delivering major open market affordable and contracting housing schemes with values in excess of £5m. This is a senior role and the successful candidate will have worked in a similar level role for a main contractor or developer. You must be proven in commercial and risk management on similar schemes for similar sized contractors. You will have a reputation for integrity, maturity, and sound business judgment; be totally comfortable working in and managing a team; and possess the creativity, commercial expertise, and commitment to successfully play an important role within the commercial and site teams. Note there will be occasional travel to our Exeter Head Office. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Proven experience with either a Main Contractor or developer Demonstrable strong account management and commercial experience Sub-contract payment recommendation Sub-contract Order recommendation Interim valuation submission and final account recommendation Strong team player, with the entrepreneurial ability to operate and excel in a changing on-site environment Demonstrable strong account management and commercial experience. Entrepreneurial ability to optimise profit in a continually changing environment. Well developed analytical, oral and presentation / communication skills. Be proven in commercial and risk management on similar schemes for similar sized contractors within the region The successful candidate will have a reputation for integrity, maturity, and sound business judgment. Possess the creativity, commercial expertise, and commitment to successfully lead commercial activities on site. Driven by their own ability to affect the outcome of the project and achieves job satisfaction by delivering strong results. Able to successfully communicate, create rapport and form working relationships with members of the project, sub-contractors and management team. Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable - BSC Hons Quantity Surveying or equivalent Membership of an industry recognized professional body (CIOB, RICS, CInstCES). Training of and understanding of COINs Training of and understanding of 4p (Viewpoint) Management of Assistant Surveyor / Trainee Surveyor Experience of COINS More about the Senior Quantity Surveyor role Strive to optimise the profitability of the contracts. Ensure that the contracts achieve the optimum cashflow position. Completion and compliance with required contract documentation including Performance Bonds, Parent Company Guarantees and Warranties. Ensure that all contract documentation and sub-contract documentation is completed and stored centrally. Compliance with commercial and company procedures through the Business Management System. Presenting and agreeing the external valuation with the client's representative. Pricing and agreeing variations with the client's representative. Prepare and manage key and large risk subcontract accounts from inception to final accounts. Subcontract procurement strategy and implementation. Ensure the procurement of sub-contractors is in line with the Vistry Business Management System and that the packages cover the scope of the works. Check and ensure compliance and issuing of timely Payment and Pay less notices to Subcontractors. Control, monitor and improve commercial processes by establishing objectives and targets for the Contract teams. Preparing monthly CVR & VCA reports for presentation to the Business Unit Management. Prepare monthly reports and present to Joint Venture Partners & Clients. Monitoring risk and opportunity schedules and managing risk from Commencement to Completion. Contribute to management of life of site cost & revenue forecasts across multi-phase developments. As part of project team, help shape long term delivery strategy for project Provide input and cost and value engineering advice throughout the design life of the scheme and attend design team meetings. Provide input and cost and value engineering advice throughout the design life of the scheme and attend design team meetings. Managing and undertake the personal development reviews of associated surveying resources, including training. Ensure a proactive approach to dispute avoidance. Ensure company health and safety standards and procedures are followed throughout the team Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Service Care Solutions
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Job Title: Voids Works Planner Locations: Nottingham NG8 Contract Type : Ongoing Temp Work Pattern: 36 hours Start Date: ASAP A new opportunity has become available for full time Administrative assistant for a housing provider based in Nottingham. This role is responsible for overseeing and scheduling the workload of the Craft Operatives and/or Contractors by allocating and organising work through the relevant process. Main tasks and duties - Each individual Planner will be responsible for coordinating variable numbers of appointments/or works packages on a daily basis from start to finish ensuring these meet the section specific targets such as the 4 or 8 hour appointment . To be responsible for undertaking daily diary scheduling for numerous Operatives/contractors, producing supplementary documentation as required such as daily run sheet or works specification orders. To deal with all unavailable appointment periods by re-organisation of work to other operatives/contractors and negotiation with tenants as required. To liaise with Operatives/contractors and operational managers by telephone throughout the day, to ensure that all appointments and target dates are met and key performance indicator targets achieved. To coordinate the work for operatives/contractors and liaise to ensure that tasks are prioritised and completed effectively within key performance targets. To monitor, maintain and update electronic/manual appointment diaries to ensure effective management of appointments and ensure target/timescales are met. To deal, on a daily basis with emergency jobs, non-appointed tasks, variations, follow-on jobs, carded, cancelled and suspended jobs, making sure relevant systems are updated. To receive back, run sheets/works orders from each operative/contractor on a daily basis, making sure they match with the information entered onto the system the previous day and completing jobs on the relevant system. To effectively plan, organise, allocate and alter appointments for Craft Operatives/contractors through the appropriate process or system, reporting progress/performance to the Line Manager. Essential criteria and experience: Proven ability of providing a comprehensive administration service to a good standard of numeracy and literacy both verbally and in writing (preferably from a housing background) Proven experience of coordinating, managing and maintaining appointments and diaries of large teams within a fast passed pressurised environment Demonstrated firm but fair approach to managing, customer services and relationships, whilst maintaining a professional attitude Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills including managing manual and computerised diaries for teams Ability to use computer software programmes to ensure validity of data and input relevant data Ability to develop and present written or verbal information in a clear and concise manner Ability to demonstrate effective communication face to face, in meetings, by email and on the telephone when dealing with a wide range of customers including tenants, colleagues etc If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please send your CV now for consideration. If you require any additional information regarding the position, please call George at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or send an E-Mail to (url removed)
Apr 25, 2024
Seasonal
Job Title: Voids Works Planner Locations: Nottingham NG8 Contract Type : Ongoing Temp Work Pattern: 36 hours Start Date: ASAP A new opportunity has become available for full time Administrative assistant for a housing provider based in Nottingham. This role is responsible for overseeing and scheduling the workload of the Craft Operatives and/or Contractors by allocating and organising work through the relevant process. Main tasks and duties - Each individual Planner will be responsible for coordinating variable numbers of appointments/or works packages on a daily basis from start to finish ensuring these meet the section specific targets such as the 4 or 8 hour appointment . To be responsible for undertaking daily diary scheduling for numerous Operatives/contractors, producing supplementary documentation as required such as daily run sheet or works specification orders. To deal with all unavailable appointment periods by re-organisation of work to other operatives/contractors and negotiation with tenants as required. To liaise with Operatives/contractors and operational managers by telephone throughout the day, to ensure that all appointments and target dates are met and key performance indicator targets achieved. To coordinate the work for operatives/contractors and liaise to ensure that tasks are prioritised and completed effectively within key performance targets. To monitor, maintain and update electronic/manual appointment diaries to ensure effective management of appointments and ensure target/timescales are met. To deal, on a daily basis with emergency jobs, non-appointed tasks, variations, follow-on jobs, carded, cancelled and suspended jobs, making sure relevant systems are updated. To receive back, run sheets/works orders from each operative/contractor on a daily basis, making sure they match with the information entered onto the system the previous day and completing jobs on the relevant system. To effectively plan, organise, allocate and alter appointments for Craft Operatives/contractors through the appropriate process or system, reporting progress/performance to the Line Manager. Essential criteria and experience: Proven ability of providing a comprehensive administration service to a good standard of numeracy and literacy both verbally and in writing (preferably from a housing background) Proven experience of coordinating, managing and maintaining appointments and diaries of large teams within a fast passed pressurised environment Demonstrated firm but fair approach to managing, customer services and relationships, whilst maintaining a professional attitude Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills including managing manual and computerised diaries for teams Ability to use computer software programmes to ensure validity of data and input relevant data Ability to develop and present written or verbal information in a clear and concise manner Ability to demonstrate effective communication face to face, in meetings, by email and on the telephone when dealing with a wide range of customers including tenants, colleagues etc If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please send your CV now for consideration. If you require any additional information regarding the position, please call George at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or send an E-Mail to (url removed)
The Company: Our client is an award-winning, full service, commercial law firm and they are rapidly developing a national reputation for its innovative approach to delivering legal services. They operate in the financial services, leisure, retail & consumer goods, technology & media, renewables, housing and public sectors. Their specialisms are real estate, banking and finance, commercial, corporate, employment, dispute resolution and litigation. The Job: On behalf of our client we are seeking a Temporary Office Assistant. You will be responsible for the team s administrative requirements. This will be for a minimum of 3-6 months Responsibilities will include: Preparing contract packs Opening new instructions accurately and within service standards. Reviewing a daily workflow and actioning tasks through our case management system Telephoning agents/third parties and preparing relevant papers and documentation for case handlers. Ensure work issues or problems are reported immediately to team supervisors. The Person: For this role, our client is looking for someone who has: Self-motivated, able to work to deadlines and great IT skills Accuracy and attention to detail, good problem solving skills, ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. The Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am 5.30pm The Location: Central Bristol, no car parking (100% office based) The Salary: £12.10 per hour
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
The Company: Our client is an award-winning, full service, commercial law firm and they are rapidly developing a national reputation for its innovative approach to delivering legal services. They operate in the financial services, leisure, retail & consumer goods, technology & media, renewables, housing and public sectors. Their specialisms are real estate, banking and finance, commercial, corporate, employment, dispute resolution and litigation. The Job: On behalf of our client we are seeking a Temporary Office Assistant. You will be responsible for the team s administrative requirements. This will be for a minimum of 3-6 months Responsibilities will include: Preparing contract packs Opening new instructions accurately and within service standards. Reviewing a daily workflow and actioning tasks through our case management system Telephoning agents/third parties and preparing relevant papers and documentation for case handlers. Ensure work issues or problems are reported immediately to team supervisors. The Person: For this role, our client is looking for someone who has: Self-motivated, able to work to deadlines and great IT skills Accuracy and attention to detail, good problem solving skills, ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. The Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am 5.30pm The Location: Central Bristol, no car parking (100% office based) The Salary: £12.10 per hour
We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Site Manager to join our team within Vistry Cotswolds, at our site in Gloucester. As our Assistant Site Manager, you will help with the day-to-day delivery of site-based project or remedial work. You will assist in the control and delivery of construction projects to meet customer specifications (safety, quality, time, etc.) such that all risk, specification, and project objectives are met in full. You will assist and when required, deputise for the Site Manager to effectively motivate, support, and manage the site-based team to ensure that the required health, safety and environmental performance standards are achieved. To achieve the programme and quality requirements. To promote the importance of customer relationships to the site-based team to include directly employed and sub-contracted staff. Complete all relevant paperwork as required. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality CSCS Card Valid SMSTS Certificate Experience working on new build projects Experience in the management of Health and Safety Desirable NVQ Level 3-4 BTEC diploma in Building Construction or similar Valid Scaffold Inspection certificate Valid LOLER certificate Qualified to the required CIOB Grade applicable at the time in accordance with group policy Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Project and Asta Team plan Valid First Aid at Work Certificate Managing all aspects of the build process Up to date knowledge of Health and Safety obligations and building legislation More about the Assistant Site Manager role In conjunction with the Area Build Director and Site Manager, assist with the preparation of the master build programme and review and revise in line with budget requirements. Conduct regular checks to ensure construction methods and timescales are correct and take corrective action if the site is not compliant. Liaise with the utility companies to ensure the build programme requirements are met. Ensure just in time material flow to trades. Manage all staff on site to ensure adherence to the waste policy. Arrange/attend meetings on site with the sub-contractors on a weekly basis. Agree and manage the equipment, plant, staffing and sub-contract requirements for the site. Conduct/attend fortnightly meetings with trades on site to promote communication, standards and objectives. Respond to all queries from trades and action accordingly. Discuss site presentation at sub-contractor adjudication and site meetings. Maintain the highest standard of site presentation at all times. Meet with the Sales Team Leader weekly to discuss site presentation and progress and ensure that all actions are completed within agreed timescales. Ensure compliance with the Company's health and safety and environmental policies and procedures. Maintain all statutory records on a daily/weekly basis as required. Ensure that all staff, sub-contractors and visitors to the site are appropriately inducted. Assist the Site Manager in ensuring traffic management and site strategy plans are in place and reviewed. as required. Follow Company guidelines in relation to accident and incident reporting procedures. In the absence of the Site Manager assess the site prior to the start of the working day responding to any emergencies and addressing any areas of risk. Regularly walk all areas of the site to observe general standards of health and safety and take remedial action. as appropriate. Ensure all trades are using the appropriate personal protective equipment. Attend health and safety and other training courses are required by the Company. In the absence of the Site Manager, ensure the site is secure at the end of each day. Ensure the forklift checklist is completed on a weekly basis and that all sub-contractor plant is roadworthy. Include health and safety and environment on the agenda for all site team meetings. Keep the health and safety compendium up to date at all times. In the absence of the Site Manager accompany health and safety advisors during site visits and undertake remedial action as appropriate. Assist the Site Manager in reviewing and actioning risk assessments and method statements for all operations. Deliver quality inductions to all sub-contractors on site to ensure the required quality standards are me. Action items raised by the Area Build Director, Site Manager, Sales or Customer Care. Participate in daily talks with the team to prioritise workloads. Ensure that all materials are checked for damage and that they meet the required quality standards. Ensure sub-contractors adhere to the protection guidelines as stated in the trade specification. In conjunction with the Site Manager, complete PPQA checklists accurately and return to the regional office on a weekly basis. Thoroughly inspect and snag each plot prior to each key stage inspection carried out by the NHBC. Ensure all site staff are trained in and comply with the Customer Journey and the Company's customer service commitments. Ensure all plots have a customer care pass before obtaining CML prior to legal completion. Carry out service visits in accordance with the Customer Journey. Carry out pre-occupation checks on all properties prior to handover. Deliver home demonstrations to customers in their own home, ensuring that all instructions and warranties in relation to appliances and heating systems are available. Communicate customer satisfaction surveys to all site-based staff and ensure points raised are acted on. Arrange and attend effective site-based meetings with the Sales Team Leader and that the required information is available to enable the Sales Team Leader to update the customers. Action remedial items raised at home demonstrations. Ensure that all plots to be handed over have adequate and appropriate access, parking, street lighting and signage. Manage the recruitment and induction of new employees in line with Company best practice guide. Conduct half yearly and annual appraisals with staff and liaise with Group HR to address development needs. Meet with your team members to discuss their progress on a regular, but not less that quarterly basis. Manage disciplinary and grievance situations in line with Company policy with assistance from Group HR. Manage and report all absences in accordance with Company policy. Monitor the performance and effectiveness of direct reports. Train, develop and coach direct reports. Ensure that employees are not discriminated against or harassed or bullied at any time. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Site Manager to join our team within Vistry Cotswolds, at our site in Gloucester. As our Assistant Site Manager, you will help with the day-to-day delivery of site-based project or remedial work. You will assist in the control and delivery of construction projects to meet customer specifications (safety, quality, time, etc.) such that all risk, specification, and project objectives are met in full. You will assist and when required, deputise for the Site Manager to effectively motivate, support, and manage the site-based team to ensure that the required health, safety and environmental performance standards are achieved. To achieve the programme and quality requirements. To promote the importance of customer relationships to the site-based team to include directly employed and sub-contracted staff. Complete all relevant paperwork as required. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality CSCS Card Valid SMSTS Certificate Experience working on new build projects Experience in the management of Health and Safety Desirable NVQ Level 3-4 BTEC diploma in Building Construction or similar Valid Scaffold Inspection certificate Valid LOLER certificate Qualified to the required CIOB Grade applicable at the time in accordance with group policy Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Project and Asta Team plan Valid First Aid at Work Certificate Managing all aspects of the build process Up to date knowledge of Health and Safety obligations and building legislation More about the Assistant Site Manager role In conjunction with the Area Build Director and Site Manager, assist with the preparation of the master build programme and review and revise in line with budget requirements. Conduct regular checks to ensure construction methods and timescales are correct and take corrective action if the site is not compliant. Liaise with the utility companies to ensure the build programme requirements are met. Ensure just in time material flow to trades. Manage all staff on site to ensure adherence to the waste policy. Arrange/attend meetings on site with the sub-contractors on a weekly basis. Agree and manage the equipment, plant, staffing and sub-contract requirements for the site. Conduct/attend fortnightly meetings with trades on site to promote communication, standards and objectives. Respond to all queries from trades and action accordingly. Discuss site presentation at sub-contractor adjudication and site meetings. Maintain the highest standard of site presentation at all times. Meet with the Sales Team Leader weekly to discuss site presentation and progress and ensure that all actions are completed within agreed timescales. Ensure compliance with the Company's health and safety and environmental policies and procedures. Maintain all statutory records on a daily/weekly basis as required. Ensure that all staff, sub-contractors and visitors to the site are appropriately inducted. Assist the Site Manager in ensuring traffic management and site strategy plans are in place and reviewed. as required. Follow Company guidelines in relation to accident and incident reporting procedures. In the absence of the Site Manager assess the site prior to the start of the working day responding to any emergencies and addressing any areas of risk. Regularly walk all areas of the site to observe general standards of health and safety and take remedial action. as appropriate. Ensure all trades are using the appropriate personal protective equipment. Attend health and safety and other training courses are required by the Company. In the absence of the Site Manager, ensure the site is secure at the end of each day. Ensure the forklift checklist is completed on a weekly basis and that all sub-contractor plant is roadworthy. Include health and safety and environment on the agenda for all site team meetings. Keep the health and safety compendium up to date at all times. In the absence of the Site Manager accompany health and safety advisors during site visits and undertake remedial action as appropriate. Assist the Site Manager in reviewing and actioning risk assessments and method statements for all operations. Deliver quality inductions to all sub-contractors on site to ensure the required quality standards are me. Action items raised by the Area Build Director, Site Manager, Sales or Customer Care. Participate in daily talks with the team to prioritise workloads. Ensure that all materials are checked for damage and that they meet the required quality standards. Ensure sub-contractors adhere to the protection guidelines as stated in the trade specification. In conjunction with the Site Manager, complete PPQA checklists accurately and return to the regional office on a weekly basis. Thoroughly inspect and snag each plot prior to each key stage inspection carried out by the NHBC. Ensure all site staff are trained in and comply with the Customer Journey and the Company's customer service commitments. Ensure all plots have a customer care pass before obtaining CML prior to legal completion. Carry out service visits in accordance with the Customer Journey. Carry out pre-occupation checks on all properties prior to handover. Deliver home demonstrations to customers in their own home, ensuring that all instructions and warranties in relation to appliances and heating systems are available. Communicate customer satisfaction surveys to all site-based staff and ensure points raised are acted on. Arrange and attend effective site-based meetings with the Sales Team Leader and that the required information is available to enable the Sales Team Leader to update the customers. Action remedial items raised at home demonstrations. Ensure that all plots to be handed over have adequate and appropriate access, parking, street lighting and signage. Manage the recruitment and induction of new employees in line with Company best practice guide. Conduct half yearly and annual appraisals with staff and liaise with Group HR to address development needs. Meet with your team members to discuss their progress on a regular, but not less that quarterly basis. Manage disciplinary and grievance situations in line with Company policy with assistance from Group HR. Manage and report all absences in accordance with Company policy. Monitor the performance and effectiveness of direct reports. Train, develop and coach direct reports. Ensure that employees are not discriminated against or harassed or bullied at any time. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Easy Anglia, at our office in Peterborough. As our Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for assisting the Commercial department with cost management for assigned developments from land procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts and assisting with measurement and cost plan input for new land bids. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality ONC/HNC in Construction A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Good understanding of standard measurement rules Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills COINS systems management knowledge Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Good team working skills and a positive attitude towards teamwork Accurate with an eye for detail Behave in line with our values A methodical approach Strong commitment to achieving deadlines Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials Desirable - HND/or Degree in Construction Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership, or, Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) At least 12 months experience working within a residential house builder Standard house types More about the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role Provide general assistance to the Commercial department as and when required. Assist with the compiling of tender packages for sub-contract trades. Receive tenders and assist with the analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels. Assist with the issuing of sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements, including attend sub-contract pre-order meetings. Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Set up and regularly review with the Site Management team the Mticks tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment. Diligently use the systems and processes to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist the commercial team in the management of aged debt. Assist with collation of data to maintain database information. Attend departmental/project meetings as required. Deal with queries/requisitions from site managers. Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other departments. Issue Payment Withhold Notices, where a contractor application, or part thereof, is in dispute in accordance with Construction Act. Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/Service Provider. Diligently use the Vistry COINS system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist with producing high level and detailed cost plans to assist Land department with bidding on potential sites, including measurement of items outside of standard build costs. Regularly conduct site visits. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Easy Anglia, at our office in Peterborough. As our Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for assisting the Commercial department with cost management for assigned developments from land procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts and assisting with measurement and cost plan input for new land bids. We are pleased to say, this role can accommodate agile working arrangements. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality ONC/HNC in Construction A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Good understanding of standard measurement rules Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills COINS systems management knowledge Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Good team working skills and a positive attitude towards teamwork Accurate with an eye for detail Behave in line with our values A methodical approach Strong commitment to achieving deadlines Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials Desirable - HND/or Degree in Construction Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership, or, Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) At least 12 months experience working within a residential house builder Standard house types More about the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role Provide general assistance to the Commercial department as and when required. Assist with the compiling of tender packages for sub-contract trades. Receive tenders and assist with the analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels. Assist with the issuing of sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements, including attend sub-contract pre-order meetings. Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Set up and regularly review with the Site Management team the Mticks tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment. Diligently use the systems and processes to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist the commercial team in the management of aged debt. Assist with collation of data to maintain database information. Attend departmental/project meetings as required. Deal with queries/requisitions from site managers. Maintain open lines of communication with colleagues in other departments. Issue Payment Withhold Notices, where a contractor application, or part thereof, is in dispute in accordance with Construction Act. Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/Service Provider. Diligently use the Vistry COINS system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Assist with producing high level and detailed cost plans to assist Land department with bidding on potential sites, including measurement of items outside of standard build costs. Regularly conduct site visits. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Outreach Administrative Assistant (12-month Fixed-Term Contract) Twickenham, LondonPart-time 22.5 hours per week, over three working days About Us We are SPEAR, a charity dedicated to helping homeless people in South and West London find secure accommodation and work towards a positive future. For 30 years, we've worked tirelessly to support homeless people to recover from their personal issues and break down the barriers that they face. We recognise that homelessness is much more than just a housing issue, so we provide a range of accommodation and support services to help people reach their full potential.We're now looking for a Supra-Outreach Administrative Assistant for a 12-month Fixed-Term Contract. The Benefits - Salary of £30,000 - £32,000 (Pro rated)- 34 days' holiday (Pro rated) (inclusive of bank holidays) increasing with length of service- Pension scheme- Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme- A range of benefits including cycle to work scheme and staff wellbeing sessions- Refer a friend bonus schemeThis is a superb opportunity for an individual with drive, focus and a desire to work with our outstanding charity to help us to combat homelessness. You'll discover a passionate, supportive environment where the entire team are working toward the same goals and are dedicated to making positive change and producing great results. The Role As Outreach Administrative Assistant, you will provide a professional, efficient, accurate and confidential administration service for the Richmond and Wandsworth Outreach service operated by SPEAR. You will update and maintain quality administrative systems and procedures to support the work of the Co-ordinator. The role will include the maintenance of electronic client files; processing of client record management data and administering and recording the activities of the multi-disciplinary team engagement. The post will also be responsible for assisting in the organisation, recording, and follow-up, on the agreed actions, from Multi-disciplinary Team meetings.To be considered for this role you will need the following skills- Ability to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality, and ensuring the integrity of records and conduct.- Strong administration skills and experience with the ability to work independently and under own initiative once given tasks.- Demonstrates a positive, friendly, flexible, and capable manner, and can build relationships quickly.- Has strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Has excellent time management, organisational and computer skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Data manipulation and presentation an advantage.- Flexibility to travel across SPEAR's sites in the Richmond & Wandsworth Boroughs.SPEAR is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environment is, the better our work will be.At SPEAR, we welcome and encourage applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. We are facing diverse problems, so need diverse people to tackle them.So, if you're seeking your next challenge as an Outreach Administrative Assistant, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.For further and more detailed information on the role and person specification, please review the Job Description.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Outreach Administrative Assistant (12-month Fixed-Term Contract) Twickenham, LondonPart-time 22.5 hours per week, over three working days About Us We are SPEAR, a charity dedicated to helping homeless people in South and West London find secure accommodation and work towards a positive future. For 30 years, we've worked tirelessly to support homeless people to recover from their personal issues and break down the barriers that they face. We recognise that homelessness is much more than just a housing issue, so we provide a range of accommodation and support services to help people reach their full potential.We're now looking for a Supra-Outreach Administrative Assistant for a 12-month Fixed-Term Contract. The Benefits - Salary of £30,000 - £32,000 (Pro rated)- 34 days' holiday (Pro rated) (inclusive of bank holidays) increasing with length of service- Pension scheme- Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme- A range of benefits including cycle to work scheme and staff wellbeing sessions- Refer a friend bonus schemeThis is a superb opportunity for an individual with drive, focus and a desire to work with our outstanding charity to help us to combat homelessness. You'll discover a passionate, supportive environment where the entire team are working toward the same goals and are dedicated to making positive change and producing great results. The Role As Outreach Administrative Assistant, you will provide a professional, efficient, accurate and confidential administration service for the Richmond and Wandsworth Outreach service operated by SPEAR. You will update and maintain quality administrative systems and procedures to support the work of the Co-ordinator. The role will include the maintenance of electronic client files; processing of client record management data and administering and recording the activities of the multi-disciplinary team engagement. The post will also be responsible for assisting in the organisation, recording, and follow-up, on the agreed actions, from Multi-disciplinary Team meetings.To be considered for this role you will need the following skills- Ability to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality, and ensuring the integrity of records and conduct.- Strong administration skills and experience with the ability to work independently and under own initiative once given tasks.- Demonstrates a positive, friendly, flexible, and capable manner, and can build relationships quickly.- Has strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Has excellent time management, organisational and computer skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Data manipulation and presentation an advantage.- Flexibility to travel across SPEAR's sites in the Richmond & Wandsworth Boroughs.SPEAR is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environment is, the better our work will be.At SPEAR, we welcome and encourage applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. We are facing diverse problems, so need diverse people to tackle them.So, if you're seeking your next challenge as an Outreach Administrative Assistant, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.For further and more detailed information on the role and person specification, please review the Job Description.
Your new company My client, a reputable organisation in Leicester, is looking to recruit an Executive Assistant. Your new role Assist and support the directors by carrying out any administrative tasks as and when required, such as travel arrangements, diary management and expense claims. Arrange and coordinate internal and external meetings, including lunches as required. Attend meetings, when appropriate, recording any notes and actions, providing timely follow-ups and chasing colleagues within the organisation as appropriate. Assist with managing key clients including entertaining at hospitality events. Collate information provided into packs/presentations that may be required - demonstrating high level presentation skills. Book and co-ordinate conference calls and regular meetings; keep relevant email distribution lists up to date; distribute minutes and decks after meetings. Help plan and organise special events such as conferences, team away days and social events. Assist with recruitment of new hires, partnering with hiring managers and recruitment team Assist with the onboarding process of new staff members and conduct exit interviews as required. Write up, issue and file HR paperwork as required by the Directors (e.g. contracts, letters etc). Update and publish company policies, focusing on The Employee Handbook. Manage the Private Health accounts for all of the businesses, developing a close relationship with the Groups account manager. Maintain documents on the shared drive and intranet platform. Regularly maintain the Master Employee File, ensuring all information is up-to-date. Assist with any requirements for office/ warehousing space, manage and implement office moves/renovations as required by the business. Project management as required by the Directors. Script and create internal communications and external PR statements, when necessary. Additional ad-hoc duties as required by the business in line with business objectives and needs. What you'll need to succeed 5+ years of personal/ executive assistant experience. Excellent attention to detail. Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint skills and an aptitude for creating visuals from data. Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise effectively. Excellent command of written English with copy accuracy. Ability to work effectively under pressure and to tight and flexible deadlines. Demonstrable experience in a role at this level within a fast-paced and varied environment. Excellent IT skills with proven experience with Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Visio etc). Professional and friendly telephone manner. Experience in a self-led role where tasks have been successfully navigated with little or no direction. Client-facing ability and experience. Multi-divisional experience - working across departments and teams to get things done. Acting with the highest degree of confidentiality. What you'll get in return You will be rewarded with a permanent contract plus other benefits upon successfully passing probation.The role is office based Monday to Friday 8.30 - 5pm What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Your new company My client, a reputable organisation in Leicester, is looking to recruit an Executive Assistant. Your new role Assist and support the directors by carrying out any administrative tasks as and when required, such as travel arrangements, diary management and expense claims. Arrange and coordinate internal and external meetings, including lunches as required. Attend meetings, when appropriate, recording any notes and actions, providing timely follow-ups and chasing colleagues within the organisation as appropriate. Assist with managing key clients including entertaining at hospitality events. Collate information provided into packs/presentations that may be required - demonstrating high level presentation skills. Book and co-ordinate conference calls and regular meetings; keep relevant email distribution lists up to date; distribute minutes and decks after meetings. Help plan and organise special events such as conferences, team away days and social events. Assist with recruitment of new hires, partnering with hiring managers and recruitment team Assist with the onboarding process of new staff members and conduct exit interviews as required. Write up, issue and file HR paperwork as required by the Directors (e.g. contracts, letters etc). Update and publish company policies, focusing on The Employee Handbook. Manage the Private Health accounts for all of the businesses, developing a close relationship with the Groups account manager. Maintain documents on the shared drive and intranet platform. Regularly maintain the Master Employee File, ensuring all information is up-to-date. Assist with any requirements for office/ warehousing space, manage and implement office moves/renovations as required by the business. Project management as required by the Directors. Script and create internal communications and external PR statements, when necessary. Additional ad-hoc duties as required by the business in line with business objectives and needs. What you'll need to succeed 5+ years of personal/ executive assistant experience. Excellent attention to detail. Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint skills and an aptitude for creating visuals from data. Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise effectively. Excellent command of written English with copy accuracy. Ability to work effectively under pressure and to tight and flexible deadlines. Demonstrable experience in a role at this level within a fast-paced and varied environment. Excellent IT skills with proven experience with Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Visio etc). Professional and friendly telephone manner. Experience in a self-led role where tasks have been successfully navigated with little or no direction. Client-facing ability and experience. Multi-divisional experience - working across departments and teams to get things done. Acting with the highest degree of confidentiality. What you'll get in return You will be rewarded with a permanent contract plus other benefits upon successfully passing probation.The role is office based Monday to Friday 8.30 - 5pm What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
A fantastic livery company focused on being a philanthropic force for good are looking for a Assistant Housing Manager on a 15 month FTC. Location: Office at Bank, with occasional off-site visits Salary: £39,000 plus generous benefits package Contract : 15-month FTC (maternity cover) Hours: Full-time, 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday As Assistant Housing Manager you will be responsible for the delivery of operational efficiency across the Company's six residential sites and services for 206 residents, including leasehold. Your role will be to provide excellent customer service to residents and work to ensure that each site is safe, secure and compliant with regulatory requirements. You will also support the development and implementation of new systems and processes and provide guidance on Housing policies and procedures. You will work closely with the finance team to manage rental income and invoice payment and will deputise in the absence of the Housing Manager. The successful candidate will have some experience in property management (ideally) and will possess excellent customer service and administration skills, and proficiency in IT. This is an exciting opportunity to work for an ancient but ambitious city organisation, investing in opportunities to create positive change and make a real difference to people's lives. If you're keen to hear more, please do get in touch ASAP! Please note, CVS are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information. Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
A fantastic livery company focused on being a philanthropic force for good are looking for a Assistant Housing Manager on a 15 month FTC. Location: Office at Bank, with occasional off-site visits Salary: £39,000 plus generous benefits package Contract : 15-month FTC (maternity cover) Hours: Full-time, 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday As Assistant Housing Manager you will be responsible for the delivery of operational efficiency across the Company's six residential sites and services for 206 residents, including leasehold. Your role will be to provide excellent customer service to residents and work to ensure that each site is safe, secure and compliant with regulatory requirements. You will also support the development and implementation of new systems and processes and provide guidance on Housing policies and procedures. You will work closely with the finance team to manage rental income and invoice payment and will deputise in the absence of the Housing Manager. The successful candidate will have some experience in property management (ideally) and will possess excellent customer service and administration skills, and proficiency in IT. This is an exciting opportunity to work for an ancient but ambitious city organisation, investing in opportunities to create positive change and make a real difference to people's lives. If you're keen to hear more, please do get in touch ASAP! Please note, CVS are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information. Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Come and join us as a Driver and Branch Sales Assistant on a flexible hours basis to help us grow, deliver sales and exceed customer expectations. You will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a weekly pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needsThe role: As a Driver and Branch Sales Assistant, you'll be committed to delivering an outstanding level of service, and you'll be professional, driven and enthusiastic. The Driver and Branch Sales Assistant role reports into the branch management team and will provide the highest level of service to internal and external customers, and will deliver products to our customers against some very tight deadlines. This role will also be customer facing within the branch, serving on the trade counter and dealing with customers over the telephone ensuring that we provide the best service and maximise sales at every opportunity. You'll naturally promote and embrace our inclusive team environment and we're sure you'll have some fun along the way! Please note, this role requires you to have the appropriate driving licence with previous experience as a driverYou will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needs. We know that work shouldn't get in the way of life, so where possible, hours and shifts will be agreed with you with plenty of notice so that you know exactly what you are doing and when!Key Responsibilities: Health and safety of yourself and your vehicle Maintenance and condition of your vehicleReport any issues or incidents to your line manager Comply with transport compliance law and regulations Supporting the Branch Manager and Assistant Branch Manager with achieving and exceeding sales targets at optimum margins. Ensuring we maintain high standards, creating and maintaining a loyal customer base and providing a first class service. Assisting with the general duties within the branch such as serving customers on the trade counter, telesales and ensuring the housekeeping standards are maintained both on the trade counter and warehousingYou: Along with a clean driving licence, you will ideally have previous driving experience and knowledge of the products associated with our industry would be an advantage. You'll be flexible with working hours and able to work up to 37.5 hours a week. You'll thrive on providing the best customer service and being a huge support to your branch colleagues and we're sure you'll have fun along the way!Us: From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Come and join us as a Driver and Branch Sales Assistant on a flexible hours basis to help us grow, deliver sales and exceed customer expectations. You will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a weekly pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needsThe role: As a Driver and Branch Sales Assistant, you'll be committed to delivering an outstanding level of service, and you'll be professional, driven and enthusiastic. The Driver and Branch Sales Assistant role reports into the branch management team and will provide the highest level of service to internal and external customers, and will deliver products to our customers against some very tight deadlines. This role will also be customer facing within the branch, serving on the trade counter and dealing with customers over the telephone ensuring that we provide the best service and maximise sales at every opportunity. You'll naturally promote and embrace our inclusive team environment and we're sure you'll have some fun along the way! Please note, this role requires you to have the appropriate driving licence with previous experience as a driverYou will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needs. We know that work shouldn't get in the way of life, so where possible, hours and shifts will be agreed with you with plenty of notice so that you know exactly what you are doing and when!Key Responsibilities: Health and safety of yourself and your vehicle Maintenance and condition of your vehicleReport any issues or incidents to your line manager Comply with transport compliance law and regulations Supporting the Branch Manager and Assistant Branch Manager with achieving and exceeding sales targets at optimum margins. Ensuring we maintain high standards, creating and maintaining a loyal customer base and providing a first class service. Assisting with the general duties within the branch such as serving customers on the trade counter, telesales and ensuring the housekeeping standards are maintained both on the trade counter and warehousingYou: Along with a clean driving licence, you will ideally have previous driving experience and knowledge of the products associated with our industry would be an advantage. You'll be flexible with working hours and able to work up to 37.5 hours a week. You'll thrive on providing the best customer service and being a huge support to your branch colleagues and we're sure you'll have fun along the way!Us: From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment
Come and join us as a Driver and Warehouse Assistant on a flexible hours basis to help us grow, deliver sales and exceed customer expectations. You will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a weekly pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needsThe role: As a Driver and Warehouse Assistant, you'll be committed to delivering an outstanding level of service, and you'll be professional, driven and enthusiastic. The Driver and Warehouse Assistant role reports into the branch management team and will provide the highest level of service to internal and external customers, and will deliver products to our customers against some very tight deadlines. This role will also be to assist in the warehouse and may at times be customer facing within the branch, serving on the trade counter and dealing with customers over the telephone ensuring that we provide the best service and maximise sales at every opportunity. You'll naturally promote and embrace our inclusive team environment and we're sure you'll have some fun along the way! Please note, this role requires you to have the appropriate driving licence with previous experience as a driverYou will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needs. We know that work shouldn't get in the way of life, so where possible, hours and shifts will be agreed with you with plenty of notice so that you know exactly what you are doing and when!Key Responsibilities: Health and safety of yourself and your vehicle Maintenance and condition of your vehicleReport any issues or incidents to your line manager Comply with transport compliance law and regulations Dealing with stock and deliveriesSupporting the Branch Manager and Assistant Branch Manager with achieving and exceeding sales targets at optimum margins. Ensuring we maintain high standards, creating and maintaining a loyal customer base and providing a first class service. Assisting with the general duties within the branch such as serving customers on the trade counter, telesalesEnsuring the housekeeping standards are maintained both on the trade counter and warehousingYou: Along with a clean driving licence, you will ideally have previous warehouse and driving experience and knowledge of the products associated with our industry would be an advantage. You'll be flexible with working hours and able to work up to 37.5 hours a week. You'll thrive on providing the best customer service and being a huge support to your branch colleagues and we're sure you'll have fun along the way!Us: From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Come and join us as a Driver and Warehouse Assistant on a flexible hours basis to help us grow, deliver sales and exceed customer expectations. You will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a weekly pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needsThe role: As a Driver and Warehouse Assistant, you'll be committed to delivering an outstanding level of service, and you'll be professional, driven and enthusiastic. The Driver and Warehouse Assistant role reports into the branch management team and will provide the highest level of service to internal and external customers, and will deliver products to our customers against some very tight deadlines. This role will also be to assist in the warehouse and may at times be customer facing within the branch, serving on the trade counter and dealing with customers over the telephone ensuring that we provide the best service and maximise sales at every opportunity. You'll naturally promote and embrace our inclusive team environment and we're sure you'll have some fun along the way! Please note, this role requires you to have the appropriate driving licence with previous experience as a driverYou will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needs. We know that work shouldn't get in the way of life, so where possible, hours and shifts will be agreed with you with plenty of notice so that you know exactly what you are doing and when!Key Responsibilities: Health and safety of yourself and your vehicle Maintenance and condition of your vehicleReport any issues or incidents to your line manager Comply with transport compliance law and regulations Dealing with stock and deliveriesSupporting the Branch Manager and Assistant Branch Manager with achieving and exceeding sales targets at optimum margins. Ensuring we maintain high standards, creating and maintaining a loyal customer base and providing a first class service. Assisting with the general duties within the branch such as serving customers on the trade counter, telesalesEnsuring the housekeeping standards are maintained both on the trade counter and warehousingYou: Along with a clean driving licence, you will ideally have previous warehouse and driving experience and knowledge of the products associated with our industry would be an advantage. You'll be flexible with working hours and able to work up to 37.5 hours a week. You'll thrive on providing the best customer service and being a huge support to your branch colleagues and we're sure you'll have fun along the way!Us: From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.
Come and join us as a Multi Drop Driver on a flexible hours basis to help us grow, deliver sales and exceed customer expectations. You will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a weekly pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needsThe role: As a 3.5 ton Driver, you'll be committed to delivering an outstanding level of service, and you'll be professional, driven and enthusiastic. The 3.5 ton Driver role reports into the branch management team and will provide the highest level of service to internal and external customers, and will deliver products to our customers against some very tight deadlines. As a City Plumbing 3.5 ton Driver you will interact with our customers, delivering goods and solving any problems that crop up. Our 3.5 ton Drivers are a fundamental part of our branch teams and at times may be required to help out in branch - serving on the trade counter and dealing with customers over the telephone ensuring that we provide the best service and maximise sales at every opportunity. You'll naturally promote and embrace our inclusive team environment and we're sure you'll have some fun along the way! Please note, this role requires you to have the appropriate driving licence with previous experience as a multi drop driver of vehicles up to 3.5 tonYou will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needs. We know that work shouldn't get in the way of life, so where possible, hours and shifts will be agreed with you with plenty of notice so that you know exactly what you are doing and when!Key Responsibilities: Health and safety of yourself and your vehicle Maintenance and condition of your vehicleReport any issues or incidents to your line manager Comply with transport compliance law and regulations Supporting the Branch Manager and Assistant Branch Manager with achieving and exceeding sales targets at optimum margins. Ensuring we maintain high standards, creating and maintaining a loyal customer base and providing a first class service. When needed, assisting with the general duties within the branch such as serving customers on the trade counter, telesales and ensuring the housekeeping standards are maintained both on the trade counter and warehousingYou: Along with a clean driving licence, you will ideally have previous driving experience and knowledge of the products associated with our industry would be an advantage. You'll be flexible with working hours and able to work up to 37.5 hours a week. You'll thrive on providing the best customer service and being a huge support to your branch colleagues and we're sure you'll have fun along the way!Us: From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Come and join us as a Multi Drop Driver on a flexible hours basis to help us grow, deliver sales and exceed customer expectations. You will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a weekly pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needsThe role: As a 3.5 ton Driver, you'll be committed to delivering an outstanding level of service, and you'll be professional, driven and enthusiastic. The 3.5 ton Driver role reports into the branch management team and will provide the highest level of service to internal and external customers, and will deliver products to our customers against some very tight deadlines. As a City Plumbing 3.5 ton Driver you will interact with our customers, delivering goods and solving any problems that crop up. Our 3.5 ton Drivers are a fundamental part of our branch teams and at times may be required to help out in branch - serving on the trade counter and dealing with customers over the telephone ensuring that we provide the best service and maximise sales at every opportunity. You'll naturally promote and embrace our inclusive team environment and we're sure you'll have some fun along the way! Please note, this role requires you to have the appropriate driving licence with previous experience as a multi drop driver of vehicles up to 3.5 tonYou will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needs. We know that work shouldn't get in the way of life, so where possible, hours and shifts will be agreed with you with plenty of notice so that you know exactly what you are doing and when!Key Responsibilities: Health and safety of yourself and your vehicle Maintenance and condition of your vehicleReport any issues or incidents to your line manager Comply with transport compliance law and regulations Supporting the Branch Manager and Assistant Branch Manager with achieving and exceeding sales targets at optimum margins. Ensuring we maintain high standards, creating and maintaining a loyal customer base and providing a first class service. When needed, assisting with the general duties within the branch such as serving customers on the trade counter, telesales and ensuring the housekeeping standards are maintained both on the trade counter and warehousingYou: Along with a clean driving licence, you will ideally have previous driving experience and knowledge of the products associated with our industry would be an advantage. You'll be flexible with working hours and able to work up to 37.5 hours a week. You'll thrive on providing the best customer service and being a huge support to your branch colleagues and we're sure you'll have fun along the way!Us: From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.
Job Description Uncapped Commission, Career Progression, Company Car/Car AllowanceWe're looking for a highly motivated Assistant Branch Manager - Estate Agent to help lead our fantastic residential sales team in Beckenham working in our well known Mann estate agency.This is a great opportunity Estate Agent looking for progression and to step in to your first branch management appointment in residential sales. This is a branch that can give you the platform to excel as a manager with a supportive Area Manager and team to help you grow market share and develop your career . What's in it for you as our Assistant Branch Manager - Estate Agent? Industry leading training and development Demonstrable career ladder Supportive and rewarding environment Compete for top achievers awards Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission Company Car or Car Allowance Key responsibilities of an Assistant Branch Manager - Estate Agent Running a profitable and well organised office providing an effective, efficient and professional estate agency service to customers. Leading by example and delegating tasks with the aim to exceed standards of performance and targets set. Optimising every opportunity to secure market appraisals, instructions, viewings, reservations, sales and mortgage introductions. Motivating your team and new recruits, ensuring they receive the training and support they need to flourish in their career. Skills and experience required to be a successful Assistant Branch Manager - Estate Agent Preferably an experienced Senior Sales Negotiator, Estate Agent, Lister, Valuer looking to progress Able to generate new business in a target driven environment Proven experience managing, leading and mentoring a team Outstanding customer care / customer service experience Resilient, positive , organised, numerate and detail oriented Excellent verbal and written communication skills IT literate (MS Office, internet, email systems) A Full UK driving licence Mann is a leading estate agency network with over 150 associated branches across Central London and the South of England and has the backing of one of the UK's biggest and most successful estate agency and property services companies. It means we can offer an exceptional level and range of services, as well as an in-depth understanding of your local housing market. Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.EACW03793
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Job Description Uncapped Commission, Career Progression, Company Car/Car AllowanceWe're looking for a highly motivated Assistant Branch Manager - Estate Agent to help lead our fantastic residential sales team in Beckenham working in our well known Mann estate agency.This is a great opportunity Estate Agent looking for progression and to step in to your first branch management appointment in residential sales. This is a branch that can give you the platform to excel as a manager with a supportive Area Manager and team to help you grow market share and develop your career . What's in it for you as our Assistant Branch Manager - Estate Agent? Industry leading training and development Demonstrable career ladder Supportive and rewarding environment Compete for top achievers awards Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission Company Car or Car Allowance Key responsibilities of an Assistant Branch Manager - Estate Agent Running a profitable and well organised office providing an effective, efficient and professional estate agency service to customers. Leading by example and delegating tasks with the aim to exceed standards of performance and targets set. Optimising every opportunity to secure market appraisals, instructions, viewings, reservations, sales and mortgage introductions. Motivating your team and new recruits, ensuring they receive the training and support they need to flourish in their career. Skills and experience required to be a successful Assistant Branch Manager - Estate Agent Preferably an experienced Senior Sales Negotiator, Estate Agent, Lister, Valuer looking to progress Able to generate new business in a target driven environment Proven experience managing, leading and mentoring a team Outstanding customer care / customer service experience Resilient, positive , organised, numerate and detail oriented Excellent verbal and written communication skills IT literate (MS Office, internet, email systems) A Full UK driving licence Mann is a leading estate agency network with over 150 associated branches across Central London and the South of England and has the backing of one of the UK's biggest and most successful estate agency and property services companies. It means we can offer an exceptional level and range of services, as well as an in-depth understanding of your local housing market. Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.EACW03793
Job Description OTE: £70,000 - Profit Share, Company Car, Uncapped Commission We're looking for a highly motivated Branch Manager - Estate Agent to lead our fantastic residential sales team in Ashford working in our well known Mann estate agency.This is a great opportunity for an established Estate Agent looking for progression and to step in to branch management appointment in residential sales. This is a branch that can give you the platform to excel as a manager with a supportive Area Manager and team to help you grow market share and develop your career . The main purpose of the role of a Branch Manager - Estate Agent is to maximise the overall income and profitability of your branch. What's in it for you as our Branch Manager - Estate Agent? Industry leading training and development Demonstrable career ladder Supportive and rewarding environment Compete for top achievers awards Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission Company Car or Car Allowance Key responsibilities of a Branch Manager - Estate Agent: Running a profitable and well organised office providing an effective, efficient and professional estate agency service to customers. Leading by example and delegating tasks with the aim to exceed standards of performance and targets set. Optimising every opportunity to secure market appraisals, instructions, viewings, reservations, sales and mortgage introductions. Motivating your team and new recruits, ensuring they receive the training and support they need to flourish in their career. Skills and experience required to be a successful Branch Manager - Estate Agent: Preferably an experienced Branch Manager, Assistant Branch Manager, Residential Sales Manager or a Sales Negotiator, Estate Agent, Lister, Valuer looking to progress Demonstrable Sales Management experience Able to generate new business in a target driven environment Proven experience managing, leading and mentoring a team Outstanding customer care / customer service experience Resilient, positive , organised, numerate and detail oriented Excellent verbal and written communication skills IT literate (MS Office, internet, email systems) A Full UK driving licence Mann is a leading estate agency network with over 150 associated branches across Central London and the South of England and has the backing of one of the UK's biggest and most successful estate agency and property services companies. It means we can offer an exceptional level and range of services, as well as an in-depth understanding of your local housing market. Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.EACW03031
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Job Description OTE: £70,000 - Profit Share, Company Car, Uncapped Commission We're looking for a highly motivated Branch Manager - Estate Agent to lead our fantastic residential sales team in Ashford working in our well known Mann estate agency.This is a great opportunity for an established Estate Agent looking for progression and to step in to branch management appointment in residential sales. This is a branch that can give you the platform to excel as a manager with a supportive Area Manager and team to help you grow market share and develop your career . The main purpose of the role of a Branch Manager - Estate Agent is to maximise the overall income and profitability of your branch. What's in it for you as our Branch Manager - Estate Agent? Industry leading training and development Demonstrable career ladder Supportive and rewarding environment Compete for top achievers awards Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission Company Car or Car Allowance Key responsibilities of a Branch Manager - Estate Agent: Running a profitable and well organised office providing an effective, efficient and professional estate agency service to customers. Leading by example and delegating tasks with the aim to exceed standards of performance and targets set. Optimising every opportunity to secure market appraisals, instructions, viewings, reservations, sales and mortgage introductions. Motivating your team and new recruits, ensuring they receive the training and support they need to flourish in their career. Skills and experience required to be a successful Branch Manager - Estate Agent: Preferably an experienced Branch Manager, Assistant Branch Manager, Residential Sales Manager or a Sales Negotiator, Estate Agent, Lister, Valuer looking to progress Demonstrable Sales Management experience Able to generate new business in a target driven environment Proven experience managing, leading and mentoring a team Outstanding customer care / customer service experience Resilient, positive , organised, numerate and detail oriented Excellent verbal and written communication skills IT literate (MS Office, internet, email systems) A Full UK driving licence Mann is a leading estate agency network with over 150 associated branches across Central London and the South of England and has the backing of one of the UK's biggest and most successful estate agency and property services companies. It means we can offer an exceptional level and range of services, as well as an in-depth understanding of your local housing market. Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.EACW03031
This is a shift-based on site role on a Monday-Saturday pattern, with different shifts available where you will be responsible of the documentation needed to guarantee the right flow of operational procedures. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a renowned global 3PL and freight business that offers amazing employee progression and improvement opportunities, this role will allow you to join the Logistics industry and will offer you a load of experience in this sector. What you will do: Managing Customs and all the right documentation needed for the export process. Checking with drivers that everything is set up for a smooth delivery. Updating the system with all the right documentation for the port authorities. What will you need to be considered for this position: A permanent right to work in the UK. Minimum 2 years of experience in Customs Clearance and with export documentation. Great attention to detail and proactivity. Willing to work on a shift basis - candidates willing to work the late shift covering non-sociable hours will have a higher priority. Experience with Excel - and ideally CDS system. If you are willing to consider the late shift please send an email to with that specification. Pod Talent are independent specialist recruiters in the Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Manufacturing and R&D space covering roles internationally from entry to board level. We recruit for roles including Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Direct and Indirect Procurement, Category Management, Logistics, Distribution, Warehousing, Production, Packaging, NPD and Quality Assurance. Please visit our website for all of our vacancies.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
This is a shift-based on site role on a Monday-Saturday pattern, with different shifts available where you will be responsible of the documentation needed to guarantee the right flow of operational procedures. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a renowned global 3PL and freight business that offers amazing employee progression and improvement opportunities, this role will allow you to join the Logistics industry and will offer you a load of experience in this sector. What you will do: Managing Customs and all the right documentation needed for the export process. Checking with drivers that everything is set up for a smooth delivery. Updating the system with all the right documentation for the port authorities. What will you need to be considered for this position: A permanent right to work in the UK. Minimum 2 years of experience in Customs Clearance and with export documentation. Great attention to detail and proactivity. Willing to work on a shift basis - candidates willing to work the late shift covering non-sociable hours will have a higher priority. Experience with Excel - and ideally CDS system. If you are willing to consider the late shift please send an email to with that specification. Pod Talent are independent specialist recruiters in the Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Manufacturing and R&D space covering roles internationally from entry to board level. We recruit for roles including Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Direct and Indirect Procurement, Category Management, Logistics, Distribution, Warehousing, Production, Packaging, NPD and Quality Assurance. Please visit our website for all of our vacancies.
Come and join us as a Driver and Warehouse Assistant on a flexible hours basis to help us grow, deliver sales and exceed customer expectations. You will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a weekly pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needsThe role: As a Driver and Warehouse Assistant, you'll be committed to delivering an outstanding level of service, and you'll be professional, driven and enthusiastic. The Driver and Warehouse Assistant role reports into the branch management team and will provide the highest level of service to internal and external customers, and will deliver products to our customers against some very tight deadlines. This role will also be to assist in the warehouse and may at times be customer facing within the branch, serving on the trade counter and dealing with customers over the telephone ensuring that we provide the best service and maximise sales at every opportunity. You'll naturally promote and embrace our inclusive team environment and we're sure you'll have some fun along the way! Please note, this role requires you to have the appropriate driving licence with previous experience as a driverYou will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needs. We know that work shouldn't get in the way of life, so where possible, hours and shifts will be agreed with you with plenty of notice so that you know exactly what you are doing and when!Key Responsibilities: Health and safety of yourself and your vehicle Maintenance and condition of your vehicleReport any issues or incidents to your line manager Comply with transport compliance law and regulations Dealing with stock and deliveriesSupporting the Branch Manager and Assistant Branch Manager with achieving and exceeding sales targets at optimum margins. Ensuring we maintain high standards, creating and maintaining a loyal customer base and providing a first class service. Assisting with the general duties within the branch such as serving customers on the trade counter, telesalesEnsuring the housekeeping standards are maintained both on the trade counter and warehousingYou: Along with a clean driving licence, you will ideally have previous warehouse and driving experience and knowledge of the products associated with our industry would be an advantage. You'll be flexible with working hours and able to work up to 37.5 hours a week. You'll thrive on providing the best customer service and being a huge support to your branch colleagues and we're sure you'll have fun along the way!Us: From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Come and join us as a Driver and Warehouse Assistant on a flexible hours basis to help us grow, deliver sales and exceed customer expectations. You will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a weekly pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needsThe role: As a Driver and Warehouse Assistant, you'll be committed to delivering an outstanding level of service, and you'll be professional, driven and enthusiastic. The Driver and Warehouse Assistant role reports into the branch management team and will provide the highest level of service to internal and external customers, and will deliver products to our customers against some very tight deadlines. This role will also be to assist in the warehouse and may at times be customer facing within the branch, serving on the trade counter and dealing with customers over the telephone ensuring that we provide the best service and maximise sales at every opportunity. You'll naturally promote and embrace our inclusive team environment and we're sure you'll have some fun along the way! Please note, this role requires you to have the appropriate driving licence with previous experience as a driverYou will be contracted to 16 hours a week, but you will be flexible to work a pattern of up to 37.5 hours a week to cover peak trading hours, holidays and meet business needs. We know that work shouldn't get in the way of life, so where possible, hours and shifts will be agreed with you with plenty of notice so that you know exactly what you are doing and when!Key Responsibilities: Health and safety of yourself and your vehicle Maintenance and condition of your vehicleReport any issues or incidents to your line manager Comply with transport compliance law and regulations Dealing with stock and deliveriesSupporting the Branch Manager and Assistant Branch Manager with achieving and exceeding sales targets at optimum margins. Ensuring we maintain high standards, creating and maintaining a loyal customer base and providing a first class service. Assisting with the general duties within the branch such as serving customers on the trade counter, telesalesEnsuring the housekeeping standards are maintained both on the trade counter and warehousingYou: Along with a clean driving licence, you will ideally have previous warehouse and driving experience and knowledge of the products associated with our industry would be an advantage. You'll be flexible with working hours and able to work up to 37.5 hours a week. You'll thrive on providing the best customer service and being a huge support to your branch colleagues and we're sure you'll have fun along the way!Us: From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.
Job Title: Assistant Ecologist Salary: 23,000 - 25,000 Location: Staffordshire We have a fantastic opportunity for Assistant Ecologists who are looking for a new opportunity in Stafforshire. We are working with a small and specialist consultancy who are going through a period of growth and have a great variety of projects and work on offer, from Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments, through to ecological surveys for gardens, housing developments and national infrastructure. You'll be joining a truly expert team and given the encouragement and support you need to develop in your career. The Assistant Ecologist position comes with the following benefits: Excellent team culture. Small company feel with the benefits and backing of a larger company Flexible and hybrid working, tailored to your needs and your role. This includes flexible working hours. Employee Assistance Programme Group Life Assurance Time off in lieu (TOIL) banking & overtime system An enhanced maternity leave package An enhanced paternity leave package Quarterly awards Annual training budget for CPD Regular internal training Huge range of project types Hire cars and a fleet of company vehicles Personal Mileage pay plus expenses Employer contributory pension scheme As an Assistant Ecologist, your duties will include: Conducting habitat and protected species surveys Report writing Assisting with tender and fee estimates Project Management To be considered for the Assistant Ecologist position, you will need: Proven experience as an Assistant Ecologist, Seasonal experience is also of interest. Working towards, or already holding a protected species licence. Be an excellent communicator with the ability to write clear, concise reports. Knowledge of relevant aspects of UK and EU environmental Legislation and national and local planning policies and processes. Associate / Full CIEEM Membership or able to demonstrate ability to obtain membership. Hold a degree in a related subject. Full UK Driving Licence. If you are interested in this or other Ecology roles, please contact Lloyd Key via (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to (url removed). This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Assistant Ecologist Salary: 23,000 - 25,000 Location: Staffordshire We have a fantastic opportunity for Assistant Ecologists who are looking for a new opportunity in Stafforshire. We are working with a small and specialist consultancy who are going through a period of growth and have a great variety of projects and work on offer, from Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments, through to ecological surveys for gardens, housing developments and national infrastructure. You'll be joining a truly expert team and given the encouragement and support you need to develop in your career. The Assistant Ecologist position comes with the following benefits: Excellent team culture. Small company feel with the benefits and backing of a larger company Flexible and hybrid working, tailored to your needs and your role. This includes flexible working hours. Employee Assistance Programme Group Life Assurance Time off in lieu (TOIL) banking & overtime system An enhanced maternity leave package An enhanced paternity leave package Quarterly awards Annual training budget for CPD Regular internal training Huge range of project types Hire cars and a fleet of company vehicles Personal Mileage pay plus expenses Employer contributory pension scheme As an Assistant Ecologist, your duties will include: Conducting habitat and protected species surveys Report writing Assisting with tender and fee estimates Project Management To be considered for the Assistant Ecologist position, you will need: Proven experience as an Assistant Ecologist, Seasonal experience is also of interest. Working towards, or already holding a protected species licence. Be an excellent communicator with the ability to write clear, concise reports. Knowledge of relevant aspects of UK and EU environmental Legislation and national and local planning policies and processes. Associate / Full CIEEM Membership or able to demonstrate ability to obtain membership. Hold a degree in a related subject. Full UK Driving Licence. If you are interested in this or other Ecology roles, please contact Lloyd Key via (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to (url removed). This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.