The Guinness Partnership

Our Repairs and Maintenance teams play an important role in delivering our vision of providing great homes and great service. They offer vital support, ensuring that our homes are safe, warm, and dry, and where everything works; Places where our residents are proud to live. About the role We are looking for a Skilled Labourer to join our team to support with the delivery of responsive repairs. The successful candidate will have excellent customer service skills and the drive to make things possible. Our Skilled Labourer role will be covering the Brighton and the Crawley area. This is a full time, permanent vacancy, working 39 hours per week. We are a customer focused organisation, so we know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. You will not only be an experienced Skilled Labourer, but you will also have great customer service skills, a willingness to go the extra mile to get the job done. The successful candidate will live near Crawley or Brighton to be able to reach our customer locations in a timely manner. You must have a full UK driving licence and there is a requirement for a basic DBS check which will be paid for by The Guinness Partnership. Key essential requirements of the role Deal with damp and mould treatments in occupied properties. Property and garden clearance. Basic ground maintenance. Assisting other members of the trades team as required. Work in a customer-focused environment within agreed performance targets. Work methodically, follow agreed procedures and accurately record data and information. Ability to carry out physical tasks, lift weights and work at heights in accordance with Health and Safety guidelines. Guinness Property have an outstanding benefits package to reward hard work and commitment to our values, this includes: Competitive salary of £28,815 per annum (This includes a market supplement) 27 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + option to buy Extra Holidays + Allowance increases with length of service. Healthcare Cashback Plan. Pension Contributions - up to 9% matching contributions. 3 x Life Assurance. Employee Assistance Programme which includes access to face-to-face counselling, a stress helpline and tax, fitness and childcare advice. A benefit scheme which pulls together a range of special offers and great deals. You can make savings on everyday shopping, fashion, electronics, travel, leisure and days out. If you are interested in joining us and would like to apply for this position, please review the role profile to view all the key responsibilities and submit a copy of your CV. REEDTGP

We are looking for an commercially minded Contracts Lawyer to join our Legal Team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in providing expert legal and procedural advice on contractual and procurement matters, while leading on high-quality contract drafting across the organisation. About the role In this role, you will be responsible for drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts, including JCT construction and bespoke agreements, while providing clear, pragmatic advice on contract and procurement matters. You will help manage legal risk, maintain robust governance processes and contract records, and support the continuous improvement of our in-house legal service. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will also deliver training, stay ahead of legal and regulatory developments, and collaborate with the wider Legal Team to ensure high-quality, business-focused legal support. Essential skills & experience Experience across a broad range of Contract Law matters including JCT construction contracts. Experience advising on Procurement Law and practice. Excellent drafting skills with strong attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly. Highly organised with the ability to manage competing deadlines. Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office. Desirable Previous experience working within a housing association or public sector organisation. Qualifications Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (qualified to practise in England), or CILEx Level 6 (Fellow) To find out more about the key responsibilities of the role and to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the role profile. Please apply with a CV and covering letter, detailing how your skills and experience meet the essential criteria. REEDTGP

About the role We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Rent, Service Charge and Customer Accounts to join the Guinness Team. This permanent, full-time, 35 hours per week vacancy based in our Oldham office has a hybrid working option. The purpose of the role is to lead the strategic development and operational management of Guinness's Rent, Service Charge and Customer Accounts service. What we're looking for We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do, so you'll not only be highly self-motivated with the rigour to pursue goals, you'll also be a confident collaborator, networker and relationship builder with a willingness to go the extra mile to get the job done. You'll be able to demonstrate Essential: Senior management experience in Rent, Service Charge and Customer Accounts management environments. Proven track record of strategic and operational planning in leading the delivery of high-quality customer focused services. Significant experience of leading, managing and motivating multi-disciplinary operational teams. Exceptional customer and commercial focus demonstrated in personal actions and behaviours. Experience of leading delivery of measurable improvements in performance and quality. Experience of leading implementation of significant business change. Excellent oral and written communications. Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office. Demonstrate the Guinness Behaviours. Demonstrate the Guinness Leadership and Management Standard. Desirable: Broad understanding of the not-for-profit sector, and / or housing sector. Broad understanding of income recovery / arrears collection industry. Qualifications Essential: Educated to degree level and/or relevant professional qualification, e.g. CIH Level 6. If you're interested in finding out more about the key responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached role profile. REEDTGP

Guinness Property is growing, and we're excited to welcome a Void Property Inspector to our dedicated team. This full-time, permanent role covers Guinness homes across Wiltshire, Swindon, and nearby areas, working 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday. To ensure timely access to all locations, applicants must reside within 25 miles of Wiltshire. What We're Looking For We are a customer-first organisation, where how we work matters just as much as what we do. We're seeking someone who combines technical expertise with a genuine commitment to service excellence. You'll be responsible for conducting thorough property inspections and ensuring our homes meet high standards. To thrive in this role, you'll need: Current knowledge of building construction, repair methods, and safety legislation Familiarity with housing sector best practices and relevant regulations Experience using repairs and voids management systems Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements Proficiency with Schedule of Rates job specifications Ability to accurately record data using portable devices Deep knowledge of building maintenance and technical operations A full, valid UK driving licence Required Qualifications NVQ Level 3 (City & Guilds) Trade Qualification or equivalent recognised trade competency What We Offer We value your hard work and dedication. In return, you'll receive: Salary: £36,838 per annum Company van 27 days holiday + bank holidays, with options to buy extra days and increases over time Healthcare cashback plan Pension contributions up to 9% (matched) 3 x Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme - includes counselling, stress support, and advice on tax, fitness, and childcare Access to exclusive discounts on shopping, fashion, tech, travel, and leisure Additional Info A full UK driving licence is essential, as you may be required to drive a company van. All offers are subject to satisfactory licence and onboarding checks. A basic DBS check will be required for this role - covered by The Guinness Partnership. REEDTGP