Simon Acres Group

Location: Derbyshire Salary: Around 40,000 (DOE & Negotiable) Employment Type: Multi skilled Subcontractor About the Client Simon Acres Group LTD are representing a well established, High-end bathroom showroom looking for 4 bathroom fitters to join their team. Job Description: We are looking for a highly skilled and versatile Bathroom Fitter to join their team. We specialise in high-end, bespoke bathroom renovations, and their clients expect nothing short of perfection. If you take immense pride in your craft, possess an eye for detail, and can manage a project from first-fix to the final polished tile, we want to hear from you. The Role As a lead fitter, you will be responsible for transforming empty spaces into luxury bathrooms and wetrooms. This is a hands-on, multi-trade role requiring a broad skillset. You won't just be fitting suites; you will be executing high-spec designs where millimeter-precision matters. Key Responsibilities & Skills Required Plumbing (First & Second Fix): Tiling Wetroom Installation Plastering Joinery Project Care Kitchen fitting experience would be an advantage About You Experience: Proven track record in high-end residential bathroom fitting (portfolio of previous work is highly desirable). Quality Standard: A "snag-free" mindset. You treat every project as if it were your own home. Problem Solver: Able to read design drawings, anticipate structural/plumbing challenges, and find elegant solutions on-site. Tools: Must own a full set of professional hand and power tools. Driving License: Full, clean UK driving license is required. What We Offer Salary:Around 40,000 (DOE & Negotiable) Holiday: 20 days holiday per year. Company Vehicle: fully insured company van/fuel card provided after 3 months Consistent Work: Steady stream of premium, local projects with no dry spells. How to Apply To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering note to (url removed) or contact Ashley on (phone number removed). Simon Acres Group LTD are acting as the employment agency for this position.

Recruitment Manager Location: Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 DOE + Uncapped Commission + Performance Bonus Hours: Full-time Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm About Simon Acres Group Ltd Simon Acres Group Ltd is a specialist recruitment business operating across the KBB (Kitchens, Bedrooms & Bathrooms) and Merchant sectors through three established brands: Simon Acres Recruitment, KBB Recruitment and Oval Deene Recruitment. We're looking for an experienced Recruitment Manager to lead, develop and support our recruitment team while working closely with our Directors to drive business growth. The Role This is a hands-on management role combining team leadership with a small recruitment desk (around two placements per month). You'll coach and develop Recruitment Consultants, monitor performance, improve processes and help shape the future growth of the business while leading by example. Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate and develop a team of Recruitment Consultants. Conduct regular coaching, one-to-ones and performance reviews. Lead daily morning team meetings and afternoon performance reviews to support communication, focus and continuous improvement across the team. Drive team KPIs, billings and overall performance. Support consultants with business development, key accounts and difficult vacancies. Manage your own recruitment desk and maintain strong client and candidate relationships. Work closely with the Directors and HR & Operations Lead to improve processes and support business growth. Ensure CRM records, compliance and recruitment standards are maintained. About You You'll have: At least 3 years' experience in 360 recruitment. Previous experience leading, mentoring or managing recruiters. A strong track record of billing, business development and improving team performance. Excellent coaching, leadership and communication skills. A proactive, commercial approach with the ability to inspire others. Experience within the KBB, Merchant or Construction sectors is beneficial but not essential. What We Offer 40,000 - 50,000 DOE. Uncapped commission on your own billings. Performance-related management bonus. Flexible working considered. Ongoing training and career progression. Direct collaboration with our Directors. A supportive, ambitious and growing specialist recruitment business. Apply Today If you're an experienced recruitment professional looking to lead a successful team while remaining hands-on in recruitment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential conversation about joining Simon Acres Group Ltd.

Graduate Design Consultant Kitchen Renovation Location: Nationwide Opportunities Across the UK Salary: £24,000 £26,000 Basic (London Weighting Available) + Uncapped Commission Realistic First Year Earnings: £35,000 £45,000 OTE Contract: Full Time Permanent Launch Your Career with an Industry-Leading Graduate Programme Our client is looking for ambitious, customer-focused graduates to join their growing team as Graduate Design Consultants . If you're looking for a career where no two days are the same, enjoy meeting people, and want to develop valuable commercial skills while earning an excellent income, this could be the perfect opportunity. You'll receive extensive training through a structured Graduate Business Academy, equipping you with everything you need to succeed in design, sales and customer consultancy. No previous kitchen design or sales experience is required just enthusiasm, confidence and a willingness to learn. The Role As a Graduate Design Consultant, you'll visit customers in their homes to discuss their kitchen renovation plans and recommend tailored solutions that meet their style, budget and lifestyle requirements. Every appointment is arranged in advance by the business, allowing you to focus entirely on building relationships, understanding customer needs and delivering an exceptional experience. There is no cold calling or door-to-door sales involved. You'll become a trusted advisor, helping homeowners transform one of the most important rooms in their home while building a rewarding career with excellent progression opportunities. Key Responsibilities Conducting pre-booked in-home design consultations with customers Understanding customers' renovation goals and recommending suitable kitchen improvement solutions Producing straightforward kitchen design proposals using training provided (previous CAD experience is not required) Presenting products, explaining pricing and demonstrating value with confidence and professionalism Managing your own sales pipeline and maintaining regular customer communication Achieving monthly sales objectives through a consultative and customer-focused approach Representing our client professionally at every stage of the customer journey Keeping customer records up to date using the company's CRM system. Building your personal profile through social media activity to support your territory Working alongside installation teams to ensure projects are delivered smoothly from sale through to completion About You We're looking for graduates who are motivated, personable and eager to build a successful long-term career. You'll ideally have: A recent degree in any discipline, although design, business or management-related subjects would be advantageous Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a confidence when meeting and engaging with customers Strong listening skills and the ability to build trust quickly, along with a proactive, ambitious attitude with a genuine desire to learn Resilience, positivity and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (business mileage reimbursed), and a flexibility to travel within your designated territory Previous sales experience isn't necessary full training and ongoing support will be provided. Graduate Business Academy Our client's comprehensive Graduate Business Academy provides structured learning and mentoring throughout your first year, covering areas including: Consultative sales techniques Customer psychology and buying behaviour, alongside objection handling and negotiation Kitchen design principles Territory planning and business development Personal branding and professional communication, with digital marketing fundamentals Advertising and public relations Commercial and business management Leadership and people management Project management You'll also receive ongoing one-to-one coaching from experienced managers who are committed to helping you develop your skills and progress your career. Career Progression This role offers a clearly defined development pathway, with opportunities to progress into positions such as: Senior Design Consultant, Team Leader, Sales Manager, Marketing, Business Development, Leadership and Management Career progression is based on performance, development and ambition rather than length of service. What's on Offer? £24,000 £26,000 basic salary (plus London Weighting where applicable) plus uncapped commission leading to realistic first-year earnings of £35,000 £45,000 OTE Structured Graduate Business Academy with professional mentoring High-quality, pre-qualified customer appointments. No cold calling or canvassing Company pension Business expenses covered in line with company policy, mileage reimbursed at HMRC approved rate, and all equipment, product samples and technology provided Ongoing coaching, development and career progression, within a supportive, collaborative and people-focused culture Why Choose This Opportunity? This is more than just a graduate role it's the chance to develop commercial, design and leadership skills while building a rewarding career within a growing home improvement business. From your first day, you'll gain real customer-facing experience, receive industry-leading training and have the opportunity to earn significantly above the average graduate salary through uncapped commission. If you're ambitious, driven and ready to invest in your future, we'd love to hear from you. Simon Acres Recruitment are the employment agency acting in relation to this vacancy.

Recruitment Consultant Location: Tunbridge Wells, Kent Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 DOE + Uncapped Commission Hours: Full-time Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm Join one of the UK's leading specialist recruitment businesses within the KBB & Merchant sectors. About Us Oval Deene Recruitment is a specialist division of Simon Acres Group Ltd. As our business continues to grow, we're looking for an experienced Recruitment Consultant to join our Tunbridge Wells office. You'll work closely with our Director and Recruitment Coordinator while also being supported by our experienced team based in Higham Ferrers. From day one, you'll receive a structured induction, ongoing mentoring and everything you need to build a successful recruitment desk. About the Role This is a full 360 recruitment role where you'll have the opportunity to manage your own desk while benefiting from existing client relationships and live vacancies from the outset. You'll be responsible for developing new business, managing client accounts, sourcing high-quality candidates and overseeing the recruitment process from initial conversation through to successful placement. You'll enjoy the variety that recruitment brings, building lasting relationships with both clients and candidates while becoming a trusted specialist within your market. What Success Looks Like During your first few months, you'll become familiar with our specialist markets, build relationships with clients and candidates, and begin managing live vacancies from our established customer base. As your confidence grows, you'll develop your own business, strengthen existing client partnerships and build a profitable desk with the support of experienced recruiters around you. Key Responsibilities Develop new business opportunities and build long-term client relationships. Manage and grow existing client accounts. Source and screen for a range of permanent vacancies. Match candidates to suitable opportunities and guide them through the recruitment process. Arrange interviews, manage offers and negotiate successful placements. Build and maintain a strong pipeline of candidates and clients. Maintain accurate records using our CRM and recruitment systems. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships, takes pride in delivering an excellent service and is looking for a long-term career within a growing specialist recruitment business. You'll ideally have: A minimum of two years' experience in a 360 recruitment role. A proven ability to develop new business and build strong client relationships. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. A proactive, organised and self-motivated approach. A passion for delivering exceptional service to both clients and candidates. Previous recruitment experience within the KBB or Merchant sectors would be advantageous but isn't essential. We'll provide the industry knowledge and ongoing training needed to help you become a specialist recruiter. What We Offer Competitive basic salary of £28,000-£30,000 DOE (this is negotiable). Uncapped commission with excellent earning potential. Live vacancies and established client relationships from day one. Structured induction and ongoing specialist recruitment training. Direct mentoring from an experienced Director. Access to leading recruitment technology, CRM systems and job boards. A friendly, supportive and collaborative team environment where success is recognised and celebrated. Genuine opportunities for career progression as the business continues to grow. Apply Today Ready for your next challenge? Apply today for a confidential conversation about joining Oval Deene Recruitment.

Telesales Manager Location: Birmingham Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Salary: £42,500 Basic Salary £50,000 OTE Our client, a well-established and highly successful business within the home improvement sector, is looking to appoint an experienced Telesales Manager to lead and develop their Birmingham-based telesales team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated sales leader who enjoys coaching people, driving performance and creating a positive, results-focused culture. You'll be responsible for managing a team dedicated to converting high-quality enquiries into appointments for a nationwide field sales team, while continuously improving processes, quality and overall performance. Reporting directly to the senior leadership team, you'll have genuine influence over the direction of the department and play a key role in supporting the company's continued growth. The Role As Telesales Manager, you'll oversee the day-to-day operation of a team of six telesales executives, ensuring they consistently deliver outstanding customer interactions while achieving ambitious appointment and conversion targets. You'll be responsible for developing your team, monitoring performance, introducing new initiatives and ensuring every opportunity is handled professionally and effectively. Key Responsibilities Lead, coach and motivate a team of telesales professionals to achieve and exceed agreed KPIs and business objectives. Create a high-performance culture through regular coaching, mentoring and performance management. Recruit, induct and develop new team members while supporting the ongoing development of existing colleagues. Introduce new ideas and initiatives to improve conversion rates, productivity and customer engagement. Monitor team performance through reporting, call quality reviews and KPI analysis. Ensure appointments generated for the nationwide design consultants are thoroughly qualified and meet agreed quality standards. Effectively manage workloads, staffing levels and daily priorities to maximise team performance. Work closely with senior management to identify opportunities for operational improvements and business growth. Maintain exceptional customer service standards across every customer interaction. About You We're looking for an enthusiastic and commercially minded leader who enjoys getting the very best from people and has a passion for delivering measurable results. You'll ideally have: At least three years' experience working within a telesales environment. A minimum of five years' experience managing and developing successful sales teams. A proven history of achieving and exceeding sales targets and performance objectives. Strong coaching, mentoring and leadership skills. Experience implementing performance improvement strategies and driving operational efficiencies. The ability to perform effectively within a fast-moving sales environment. Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. Experience using CRM systems, with Salesforce knowledge being advantageous. Personal Qualities The successful candidate will be: Commercially focused with a strong results-driven mindset. A confident leader who motivates, supports and inspires others. Proactive, ambitious and always looking for ways to improve performance. Analytical, with the ability to interpret data and make informed business decisions. Professional, approachable and committed to delivering an outstanding customer experience. What's on Offer? £42,500 basic salary with an On-Target Earnings package of £50,000 Quarterly performance-related bonus Monday to Friday working pattern (37 hours per week) Free on-site parking Ongoing training and professional development A supportive and collaborative working environment The opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing and successful business If you're an experienced telesales leader looking for a role where you can influence performance, develop a successful team and contribute to the continued growth of a well-established organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Simon Acres Recruitment are acting as the employment agency for this vacancy.

Trade Counter Sales Assistant Location: Essex Salary: Up to 30,000 (Dependent on Experience) + Generous Bonus Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (44 hours per week) Job Overview We are seeking an enthusiastic and customer-focused individual to join a well-established merchant team as a Trade Counter Assistant. This role focuses on delivering exceptional customer service and providing essential administrative support in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Trade Counter Assistance: Provide excellent customer service, assisting customers with product selection and inquiries. Accurately process sales transactions and manage account-related queries. Build and maintain strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business. Promote new products, special offers, and seasonal promotions. Handle telephone and email inquiries promptly and professionally. Candidate Requirements: Previous experience in a merchant environment is preferred. Strong customer service and communication skills. Basic knowledge of plumbing and heating products is advantageous. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. A proactive approach and ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. Benefits: Generous Bonus Opportunities for career development and advancement. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Pension Scheme and 23 days holiday. Employee discounts on products and services. Financially secure business with excellent staff retention and reputation. Interested? We would love to hear from you! Submit your CV today. For more information, please call Simon Acres Recruitment on (phone number removed)