Marks Consulting Partners Limited
Chelmsford, Essex
Marks Consulting Partners are recruiting an Asset Data Officer for one of our local authority clients in Essex. This is a temporary opportunity suited to a property professional with solid experience across estates, land transactions, and asset records management. In this role you will be: Managing a wide range of property and land transactions, including leasehold and freehold acquisitions and disposals, lease extensions, rights of way, easements, licences and Right to Buy matters Producing and reviewing property plans and maps to support legal transactions, including Land Registry compliant plans Providing support and advice on commercial leases, conveyancing processes, title documentation, ownership queries and boundary matters Maintaining and updating property and asset records to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded Researching and analysing information from property, mapping and legal data sources, including Land Registry records and utility and highways searches Handling property ownership enquiries, including FOI requests, and liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders Producing reports and carrying out data analysis relating to rents, lease events, property records and asset information Supporting wider estates and asset management projects through GIS and geospatial analysis where required To be considered, you will need: Previous experience in property transactions, estates management, commercial leases or legal conveyancing A strong understanding of Land Registry processes, title plans and property documentation Experience interpreting leases, deeds, easements and boundary information The ability to manage and maintain property records and databases accurately Excellent analytical and organisational skills with strong attention to detail Experience within a local authority or public sector property environment is beneficial GIS or mapping experience, including production of plans and maps, would be advantageous Experience using property asset management or terrier systems would be a bonus For further details, please contact Ethan Mooney at Marks Consulting Partners.
May 26, 2026
Seasonal
Marks Consulting Partners are recruiting an Asset Data Officer for one of our local authority clients in Essex. This is a temporary opportunity suited to a property professional with solid experience across estates, land transactions, and asset records management. In this role you will be: Managing a wide range of property and land transactions, including leasehold and freehold acquisitions and disposals, lease extensions, rights of way, easements, licences and Right to Buy matters Producing and reviewing property plans and maps to support legal transactions, including Land Registry compliant plans Providing support and advice on commercial leases, conveyancing processes, title documentation, ownership queries and boundary matters Maintaining and updating property and asset records to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded Researching and analysing information from property, mapping and legal data sources, including Land Registry records and utility and highways searches Handling property ownership enquiries, including FOI requests, and liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders Producing reports and carrying out data analysis relating to rents, lease events, property records and asset information Supporting wider estates and asset management projects through GIS and geospatial analysis where required To be considered, you will need: Previous experience in property transactions, estates management, commercial leases or legal conveyancing A strong understanding of Land Registry processes, title plans and property documentation Experience interpreting leases, deeds, easements and boundary information The ability to manage and maintain property records and databases accurately Excellent analytical and organisational skills with strong attention to detail Experience within a local authority or public sector property environment is beneficial GIS or mapping experience, including production of plans and maps, would be advantageous Experience using property asset management or terrier systems would be a bonus For further details, please contact Ethan Mooney at Marks Consulting Partners.
Make a real impact in South Kilburn! The OK Club is hiring a CEO to manage and lead the organisation as we continue to develop our presence and impact in our neighbourhood. Thanks to funding from John Lyon s Charity, we re looking for a visionary leader, who is motivated by their Christian faith and who can inspire and equip our team and work with us to develop and deliver our strategic development plan. If you re someone who loves young people and community, and is passionate about seeing people flourish, we want to hear from you! Started by students and graduates of Oxford University (hence the OK in our name - Oxford Kilburn) The OK Club has been providing activities for children and young people for the past 60 years and we have exciting plans for our next phase of development. As well as continuing our programme of youth and children s activities, over the last couple of years we have also expanded our provision to make the club building available to the wider community. Taking an asset based approach, our Community Animator enabled us to open our doors and connect in a new way with our neighbours. As CEO you will be responsible for overseeing three key areas - our youth & children s work, our community engagement, and our building. Applicants will have proven experience of leadership in a charity or community context. The ability to work positively with young people is essential, and experience of managing a building and budgets is also important. Our funding from John Lyon is initially for three years but we anticipate that, with a brilliant new CEO our funding will grow to make the post sustainable. The OK Club is located in South Kilburn, North West London. We currently find ourselves in the middle of a building site (quite literally) and that our neighbourhood is changing drastically. Brent Council are continuing their massive regeneration project - demolishing all existing tower blocks and replacing them with new ones, with a greater number of housing units. While much around us is changing, our desire to support children and young people with play and development opportunities is as strong as ever. The OK Club currently has: A part time Youth Work Development Officer who oversees our youth work programme. A part time Building Manager. A part time Community Animator. A part time Children's Worker. Four interns (two full time and two part time, shared with churches), usually from abroad on gap year schemes. Christian Holt House which can accommodate up to five further individuals who live as part of the missional community and are required as part of their tenancy to contribute to Club activities. A small but important number of volunteers are recruited from among parents and the community generally. We are keen to grow this team, particularly with older young people and other members of the local community. Our site contains the following facilities: A sports hall 3 x activity spaces A kitchen Garden Two upper floors which are currently rented out to other organisations. We have been funded by Brent Council to renovate our Sports Hall and have ambitious plans for our whole site development in the coming years. The work of the OK Club is overseen by a Management Committee (Trustees) who meet every two months, and the post will be Line Managed by one of the Trustees. Inclusion & Diversity: The OK Club strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where we can ALL be ourselves. We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background. Safer Recruitment: The OK Club is a Safe Recruiter and will require all applicants to undergo a DBS disclosure as well as taking three references. A criminal record is not necessarily a bar to working for us but must be declared on application. Timetable: (subject to amendment) Post advertised - 18th May 2026 Closing Date - 7th June 2026 Shortlisting will take place in the following week and interviews will take place, week commencing 15th June. The successful candidate may start as soon as they are available and appropriate checks have been carried out. Application Process: Applications must be received by the deadline on our approved application form. Any expressions of interest received through Indeed, Charity Job or other online platforms will be sent the application form to complete and an application won t be considered until a fully completed form is received. All applications will be acknowledged and considered in our shortlisting. Applicants who are shortlisted will be invited for an interview which will likely consist of a presentation, a task, and standard panel interview. The recruiting panel reserves the right to request a second interview if they feel this is appropriate. When you are completing the application form, please pay particular attention to the essay section which is where you can tell us how you fit the criteria listed in the person specification.
May 26, 2026
Full time
Make a real impact in South Kilburn! The OK Club is hiring a CEO to manage and lead the organisation as we continue to develop our presence and impact in our neighbourhood. Thanks to funding from John Lyon s Charity, we re looking for a visionary leader, who is motivated by their Christian faith and who can inspire and equip our team and work with us to develop and deliver our strategic development plan. If you re someone who loves young people and community, and is passionate about seeing people flourish, we want to hear from you! Started by students and graduates of Oxford University (hence the OK in our name - Oxford Kilburn) The OK Club has been providing activities for children and young people for the past 60 years and we have exciting plans for our next phase of development. As well as continuing our programme of youth and children s activities, over the last couple of years we have also expanded our provision to make the club building available to the wider community. Taking an asset based approach, our Community Animator enabled us to open our doors and connect in a new way with our neighbours. As CEO you will be responsible for overseeing three key areas - our youth & children s work, our community engagement, and our building. Applicants will have proven experience of leadership in a charity or community context. The ability to work positively with young people is essential, and experience of managing a building and budgets is also important. Our funding from John Lyon is initially for three years but we anticipate that, with a brilliant new CEO our funding will grow to make the post sustainable. The OK Club is located in South Kilburn, North West London. We currently find ourselves in the middle of a building site (quite literally) and that our neighbourhood is changing drastically. Brent Council are continuing their massive regeneration project - demolishing all existing tower blocks and replacing them with new ones, with a greater number of housing units. While much around us is changing, our desire to support children and young people with play and development opportunities is as strong as ever. The OK Club currently has: A part time Youth Work Development Officer who oversees our youth work programme. A part time Building Manager. A part time Community Animator. A part time Children's Worker. Four interns (two full time and two part time, shared with churches), usually from abroad on gap year schemes. Christian Holt House which can accommodate up to five further individuals who live as part of the missional community and are required as part of their tenancy to contribute to Club activities. A small but important number of volunteers are recruited from among parents and the community generally. We are keen to grow this team, particularly with older young people and other members of the local community. Our site contains the following facilities: A sports hall 3 x activity spaces A kitchen Garden Two upper floors which are currently rented out to other organisations. We have been funded by Brent Council to renovate our Sports Hall and have ambitious plans for our whole site development in the coming years. The work of the OK Club is overseen by a Management Committee (Trustees) who meet every two months, and the post will be Line Managed by one of the Trustees. Inclusion & Diversity: The OK Club strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where we can ALL be ourselves. We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background. Safer Recruitment: The OK Club is a Safe Recruiter and will require all applicants to undergo a DBS disclosure as well as taking three references. A criminal record is not necessarily a bar to working for us but must be declared on application. Timetable: (subject to amendment) Post advertised - 18th May 2026 Closing Date - 7th June 2026 Shortlisting will take place in the following week and interviews will take place, week commencing 15th June. The successful candidate may start as soon as they are available and appropriate checks have been carried out. Application Process: Applications must be received by the deadline on our approved application form. Any expressions of interest received through Indeed, Charity Job or other online platforms will be sent the application form to complete and an application won t be considered until a fully completed form is received. All applications will be acknowledged and considered in our shortlisting. Applicants who are shortlisted will be invited for an interview which will likely consist of a presentation, a task, and standard panel interview. The recruiting panel reserves the right to request a second interview if they feel this is appropriate. When you are completing the application form, please pay particular attention to the essay section which is where you can tell us how you fit the criteria listed in the person specification.
Head of FM and Capital Projects To lead, manage and direct the strategy and internal governance for the delivery of facilities building management (FM) across the Council and its partner services Head of FM and Capital Projects Implement the strategic overview of FM operations and ensure that facilities management operations activities are regularly reviewed regards contract management, and that building related duties and procurement arrangements are followed. This will include FM energy related works and works related to net carbon zero efficiencies through lifecycle repairs and/or upgrades. Head of FM and Capital Projects To oversee the formulation and delivery of plans for the management of the Council's property assets to ensure that assets are appropriately inspected and maintained in accordance with all legislative and regulatory requirements. Head of FM and Capital Projects To develop and implement effective arrangements for Facilities Management in all the premises occupied by the Council, its staff or partners for the delivery of its services. Head of FM and Capital Projects To present timely, robust and relevant information and advice to Members and Officers in relation to the Council's property and land assets To ensure that the Council's property assets are regularly inspected, maintained, and reviewed as appropriate to keep them in good repair and maximise the benefit the Council gains from the ownership and use of the properties. To ensure that all statutory and legislative requirements are met in respect of the Council's ownership and use of its property assets, including completing any necessary risk assessments and remedial works. To put in place contracts and agreements with appropriate contractors or providers as necessary to deliver the full range of Facilities Management functions in an effective, timely manner, ensuring value for money for the Council. To procure where appropriate, suitable providers/contractors to undertake specialist work. To direct and monitor such providers and contractors so as to ensure that all services are delivered to specified standards and within agreed budgets and timescales. To be conversant with the relevant statutory and regulatory requirements (in particular as they relate to Local Authority owned and occupied property) and the provisions of the Council's constitution and to develop the full range of managerial and professional skills and knowledge to satisfy the requirements of the post. To present timely and relevant information and advice to the Deputy Director Finance and Property and to Cabinet Members and to deal promptly with other matters requiring the postholders attention. A degree in Facilities Management or similar CIWFM or similar professional accreditation Project Management qualification - PRINCE 2
May 26, 2026
Contractor
Head of FM and Capital Projects To lead, manage and direct the strategy and internal governance for the delivery of facilities building management (FM) across the Council and its partner services Head of FM and Capital Projects Implement the strategic overview of FM operations and ensure that facilities management operations activities are regularly reviewed regards contract management, and that building related duties and procurement arrangements are followed. This will include FM energy related works and works related to net carbon zero efficiencies through lifecycle repairs and/or upgrades. Head of FM and Capital Projects To oversee the formulation and delivery of plans for the management of the Council's property assets to ensure that assets are appropriately inspected and maintained in accordance with all legislative and regulatory requirements. Head of FM and Capital Projects To develop and implement effective arrangements for Facilities Management in all the premises occupied by the Council, its staff or partners for the delivery of its services. Head of FM and Capital Projects To present timely, robust and relevant information and advice to Members and Officers in relation to the Council's property and land assets To ensure that the Council's property assets are regularly inspected, maintained, and reviewed as appropriate to keep them in good repair and maximise the benefit the Council gains from the ownership and use of the properties. To ensure that all statutory and legislative requirements are met in respect of the Council's ownership and use of its property assets, including completing any necessary risk assessments and remedial works. To put in place contracts and agreements with appropriate contractors or providers as necessary to deliver the full range of Facilities Management functions in an effective, timely manner, ensuring value for money for the Council. To procure where appropriate, suitable providers/contractors to undertake specialist work. To direct and monitor such providers and contractors so as to ensure that all services are delivered to specified standards and within agreed budgets and timescales. To be conversant with the relevant statutory and regulatory requirements (in particular as they relate to Local Authority owned and occupied property) and the provisions of the Council's constitution and to develop the full range of managerial and professional skills and knowledge to satisfy the requirements of the post. To present timely and relevant information and advice to the Deputy Director Finance and Property and to Cabinet Members and to deal promptly with other matters requiring the postholders attention. A degree in Facilities Management or similar CIWFM or similar professional accreditation Project Management qualification - PRINCE 2
The role Help us deliver Wales's contribution to the global goal of conserving 30% of land, freshwater and marine environments by 2030. Working as part of NRW's support for the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS), you'll help create practical management plans for designated sites and work directly with farmers to identify actions that benefit habitats, species and the wider environment. We are recruiting two Environment Officers in North West Wales, on fixed-term appointment until 31/03/2027, with the possibility of permanency . This role will be based out of our Buckley site. You will provide technical expertise in protected site management, including regulatory work (assents and consents), proactive conservation advice, and developing partnerships and management agreements. Your role will support NRW's biodiversity priorities and offer specialist input to colleagues and projects across the organisation. You may also contribute to broader environmental management, including incident response, water resources, land and water quality, and work linked to delivering Water Framework Directive outcomes. You'll work alongside established operational teams and play a key role in improving environmental outcomes on the ground. Driving is essential to this role as you will need to visit remote sites to form an opinion to enable the issuing of a consent or licence. You must hold a full and current UK driving license. As an organisation we support flexible working. You will be contracted to the NRW office at the above location and a suitable hybrid working pattern will be agreed on appointment. Any regular face to face meetings or training will be planned in advance. To make an informal enquiry about this role, please contact Liz Felton at Interviews will take place through Microsoft Teams on 23/06/2026. About us At Natural Resources Wales (NRW), our vision is simple but ambitious: a future where people and nature thrive together. Everything we do is driven by the belief that a healthy natural environment underpins a strong economy, resilient communities, and a vibrant quality of life for everyone in Wales. We play a central role in supporting Welsh Government to develop and deliver the Sustainable Farming Scheme, an initiative designed to create long term benefits for nature, people, and the rural economy. Through this work, we help shape a more sustainable future for Welsh agriculture, ensuring land management supports biodiversity, combats climate change, and enhances the wellbeing of current and future generations. Our teams are passionate, knowledgeable, and united by a shared purpose: to protect, restore, and reward the incredible landscapes and natural assets of Wales. If you join us, you'll be part of a forward thinking organisation where your contribution directly supports a greener, fairer and more sustainable future. What you will do Work with a wide range of internal and external customers including permit holders, landowners, businesses, public bodies, recreation groups, volunteers and third sector organisations to enable others to achieve SMNR. Establish, maintain and advise partners to support the development of partnership projects and plans through from concepts to implementation. These projects will deliver outcomes aligned with place priorities. Assess compliance with relevant legislation, permit or consent conditions. Where non-compliance is identified, determine and implement the most appropriate intervention option to ensure a return to compliance as quickly as possible. Take appropriate actions to collect evidence for enforcement purposes, in accordance with defined procedures. Draft valid consents and assents for operations affecting protected sites. For all work areas produce required advice, investigations, documentation and reports to agreed quality standards to support operational and management decisions, protected site notification, public enquiries, court cases etc so that information, evidence and NRW interests are accurately and effectively presented. Within your area of expertise, provide professional local advice and responses to consultations from planning and permitting teams. Maintain working relationships with these teams through regular liaison. Monitor progress of work, which may include interpretation of data, contractor management, project delivery or compliance with management agreements or statutory legal notices. Identify and support any remedial actions to ensure outcome delivery. Play a role in a resilient NRW Incident Management Service that follows NRW process to ensure effective, timely and safe response to incidents. Undertake health and safety duties and responsibilities appropriate to the post Be committed to Natural Resources Wales Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy , together with an understanding of how it operates within the responsibilities of the post Be committed to your own development through the effective use of your personal development plan (known as Sgwrs). Any other reasonable duties requested commensurate with the grade of this role. Your qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills In your application and interview you will be asked to demonstrate the following skills and experience using the STAR method.A good working knowledge of conservation and biodiversity, with focused experience in these distinct areas of the team remit. An understanding of how your role in a multi-functional team can contribute to the sustainable management of natural resources. Strong and effective self-management, organisational and ICT skills, including the ability to use specialised IT systems, such as GIS or customised applications. The ability to influence, negotiate and gain cooperation of others including experience of dealing successfully with difficult people or situations and proven ability to work well as part of a team. Ensure continuing professional and personal development, expertise and competence through formal and informal learning and certification. Hold a current full UK valid licence to drive NRW fleet vehicles (cars and vans). Welsh Language level requirements Essential: Level B1 - Intermediate level Please note : If you do not meet the Welsh language level requirements for this role your application will not be shortlisted. Welsh language levels Additional Information Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) check. Appointments are normally made within 4 to 8 weeks of the closing date. Natural Resources Wales is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Although we hold a Skilled Worker visa sponsorship licence, it applies only to specific roles that meet both the eligibility criteria and salary requirements set out by the UK Government under the Skilled Worker visa route. Benefits This role will offer a range of benefits, including: Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 28.97% (successful internal staff will remain in their current pension scheme) 28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days generous leave entitlements for all your life needs commitment to professional development health and wellbeing benefits and support weekly wellbeing hour to use as you choose See full details for all the employee benefits you will receive. Please keep reading We're passionate about creating a diverse workforce and positively encourage applications from under-represented communities. We embrace equality of opportunity irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We are committed to equal opportunities, and we guarantee interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. We want to attract and retain talented and highly skilled staff, so we make sure that our pay scales remain competitive. We advertise the full pay scale on our job descriptions. Appointed candidates start at the first point of the pay scale and annual increments are paid each year. We want our staff to grow professionally and personally. From leadership development to access to further and higher education courses, our staff have opportunities to expand their knowledge on variety of topics, stay current in their field and continue to learn as their career progresses. We are a Bilingual organisation which complies with the Welsh Language Standards. Welsh language skills are considered an asset to NRW, and we encourage and support staff to learn, develop and use their Welsh language skills. , GRJ, GGL, TTL
May 26, 2026
Full time
The role Help us deliver Wales's contribution to the global goal of conserving 30% of land, freshwater and marine environments by 2030. Working as part of NRW's support for the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS), you'll help create practical management plans for designated sites and work directly with farmers to identify actions that benefit habitats, species and the wider environment. We are recruiting two Environment Officers in North West Wales, on fixed-term appointment until 31/03/2027, with the possibility of permanency . This role will be based out of our Buckley site. You will provide technical expertise in protected site management, including regulatory work (assents and consents), proactive conservation advice, and developing partnerships and management agreements. Your role will support NRW's biodiversity priorities and offer specialist input to colleagues and projects across the organisation. You may also contribute to broader environmental management, including incident response, water resources, land and water quality, and work linked to delivering Water Framework Directive outcomes. You'll work alongside established operational teams and play a key role in improving environmental outcomes on the ground. Driving is essential to this role as you will need to visit remote sites to form an opinion to enable the issuing of a consent or licence. You must hold a full and current UK driving license. As an organisation we support flexible working. You will be contracted to the NRW office at the above location and a suitable hybrid working pattern will be agreed on appointment. Any regular face to face meetings or training will be planned in advance. To make an informal enquiry about this role, please contact Liz Felton at Interviews will take place through Microsoft Teams on 23/06/2026. About us At Natural Resources Wales (NRW), our vision is simple but ambitious: a future where people and nature thrive together. Everything we do is driven by the belief that a healthy natural environment underpins a strong economy, resilient communities, and a vibrant quality of life for everyone in Wales. We play a central role in supporting Welsh Government to develop and deliver the Sustainable Farming Scheme, an initiative designed to create long term benefits for nature, people, and the rural economy. Through this work, we help shape a more sustainable future for Welsh agriculture, ensuring land management supports biodiversity, combats climate change, and enhances the wellbeing of current and future generations. Our teams are passionate, knowledgeable, and united by a shared purpose: to protect, restore, and reward the incredible landscapes and natural assets of Wales. If you join us, you'll be part of a forward thinking organisation where your contribution directly supports a greener, fairer and more sustainable future. What you will do Work with a wide range of internal and external customers including permit holders, landowners, businesses, public bodies, recreation groups, volunteers and third sector organisations to enable others to achieve SMNR. Establish, maintain and advise partners to support the development of partnership projects and plans through from concepts to implementation. These projects will deliver outcomes aligned with place priorities. Assess compliance with relevant legislation, permit or consent conditions. Where non-compliance is identified, determine and implement the most appropriate intervention option to ensure a return to compliance as quickly as possible. Take appropriate actions to collect evidence for enforcement purposes, in accordance with defined procedures. Draft valid consents and assents for operations affecting protected sites. For all work areas produce required advice, investigations, documentation and reports to agreed quality standards to support operational and management decisions, protected site notification, public enquiries, court cases etc so that information, evidence and NRW interests are accurately and effectively presented. Within your area of expertise, provide professional local advice and responses to consultations from planning and permitting teams. Maintain working relationships with these teams through regular liaison. Monitor progress of work, which may include interpretation of data, contractor management, project delivery or compliance with management agreements or statutory legal notices. Identify and support any remedial actions to ensure outcome delivery. Play a role in a resilient NRW Incident Management Service that follows NRW process to ensure effective, timely and safe response to incidents. Undertake health and safety duties and responsibilities appropriate to the post Be committed to Natural Resources Wales Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy , together with an understanding of how it operates within the responsibilities of the post Be committed to your own development through the effective use of your personal development plan (known as Sgwrs). Any other reasonable duties requested commensurate with the grade of this role. Your qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills In your application and interview you will be asked to demonstrate the following skills and experience using the STAR method.A good working knowledge of conservation and biodiversity, with focused experience in these distinct areas of the team remit. An understanding of how your role in a multi-functional team can contribute to the sustainable management of natural resources. Strong and effective self-management, organisational and ICT skills, including the ability to use specialised IT systems, such as GIS or customised applications. The ability to influence, negotiate and gain cooperation of others including experience of dealing successfully with difficult people or situations and proven ability to work well as part of a team. Ensure continuing professional and personal development, expertise and competence through formal and informal learning and certification. Hold a current full UK valid licence to drive NRW fleet vehicles (cars and vans). Welsh Language level requirements Essential: Level B1 - Intermediate level Please note : If you do not meet the Welsh language level requirements for this role your application will not be shortlisted. Welsh language levels Additional Information Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) check. Appointments are normally made within 4 to 8 weeks of the closing date. Natural Resources Wales is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Although we hold a Skilled Worker visa sponsorship licence, it applies only to specific roles that meet both the eligibility criteria and salary requirements set out by the UK Government under the Skilled Worker visa route. Benefits This role will offer a range of benefits, including: Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 28.97% (successful internal staff will remain in their current pension scheme) 28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days generous leave entitlements for all your life needs commitment to professional development health and wellbeing benefits and support weekly wellbeing hour to use as you choose See full details for all the employee benefits you will receive. Please keep reading We're passionate about creating a diverse workforce and positively encourage applications from under-represented communities. We embrace equality of opportunity irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We are committed to equal opportunities, and we guarantee interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. We want to attract and retain talented and highly skilled staff, so we make sure that our pay scales remain competitive. We advertise the full pay scale on our job descriptions. Appointed candidates start at the first point of the pay scale and annual increments are paid each year. We want our staff to grow professionally and personally. From leadership development to access to further and higher education courses, our staff have opportunities to expand their knowledge on variety of topics, stay current in their field and continue to learn as their career progresses. We are a Bilingual organisation which complies with the Welsh Language Standards. Welsh language skills are considered an asset to NRW, and we encourage and support staff to learn, develop and use their Welsh language skills. , GRJ, GGL, TTL
Your new company Hays are working on an exciting new role for an organisation in Lichfield working as a Property Administrator. This role plays a key role in providing comprehensive administrative, financial, and coordination support across the Projects and Property function. This position supports a range of workstreams including asset management, capital projects, facilities management, and temporary accommodation. The role ensures accurate financial administration, effective reporting, and consistent support to managers across the service. Your new role Duties would include: Maintain and update the Tenancy Schedule, and associated records. Provide ongoing support to the Estates Senior Surveyor and Estates Technical Officer. Attend meetings (in person and via Microsoft Teams) and provide administrative support as required. Monitor and respond to enquiries via the shared property inbox. Raise purchase orders. Conduct monthly rent checks and ensure accuracy of records. Manage Estates credit card statements and associated processes. Liaise with utility providers on behalf of council properties. Support the Facilities team with workload tracking and reporting (e.g. spreadsheets). Provide general support across workplace and property-related functions as needed. Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, contractors, and tenants. Compliance, Values & Governance. Promote and uphold organisational values, maintaining high standards of conduct and behaviour in line with the Code of Conduct. Contribute to safeguarding practices, ensuring the protection of vulnerable individuals. Deliver services that reflect the diverse needs of the local community and support equality and inclusion policies. Adopt a proactive approach to health and safety across all areas of responsibility. Work effectively within a political or public sector environment, demonstrating adaptability and professionalism. What you'll need to succeed Minimum of 5 years' experience in an administrative or support role. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Experience retrieving, analysing, and presenting data. Experience within a commercial or corporate property environment. Understanding of property plans. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines. Strong attention to detail, particularly in financial and data-related tasks. Ability to interpret contractor or tenant reports and prioritise workloads accordingly. Proactive approach with the confidence to suggest improvements or new ways of working. Ability to work effectively in a politically sensitive environment 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 about 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
May 25, 2026
Full time
Your new company Hays are working on an exciting new role for an organisation in Lichfield working as a Property Administrator. This role plays a key role in providing comprehensive administrative, financial, and coordination support across the Projects and Property function. This position supports a range of workstreams including asset management, capital projects, facilities management, and temporary accommodation. The role ensures accurate financial administration, effective reporting, and consistent support to managers across the service. Your new role Duties would include: Maintain and update the Tenancy Schedule, and associated records. Provide ongoing support to the Estates Senior Surveyor and Estates Technical Officer. Attend meetings (in person and via Microsoft Teams) and provide administrative support as required. Monitor and respond to enquiries via the shared property inbox. Raise purchase orders. Conduct monthly rent checks and ensure accuracy of records. Manage Estates credit card statements and associated processes. Liaise with utility providers on behalf of council properties. Support the Facilities team with workload tracking and reporting (e.g. spreadsheets). Provide general support across workplace and property-related functions as needed. Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, contractors, and tenants. Compliance, Values & Governance. Promote and uphold organisational values, maintaining high standards of conduct and behaviour in line with the Code of Conduct. Contribute to safeguarding practices, ensuring the protection of vulnerable individuals. Deliver services that reflect the diverse needs of the local community and support equality and inclusion policies. Adopt a proactive approach to health and safety across all areas of responsibility. Work effectively within a political or public sector environment, demonstrating adaptability and professionalism. What you'll need to succeed Minimum of 5 years' experience in an administrative or support role. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Experience retrieving, analysing, and presenting data. Experience within a commercial or corporate property environment. Understanding of property plans. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines. Strong attention to detail, particularly in financial and data-related tasks. Ability to interpret contractor or tenant reports and prioritise workloads accordingly. Proactive approach with the confidence to suggest improvements or new ways of working. Ability to work effectively in a politically sensitive environment 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 about 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
1. Background Osman Consulting Ltd supports the design, coordination, and implementation of humanitarian and development programmes across multiple regions, with a primary focus on Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Latin America The organisation delivers a diverse portfolio of interventions spanning emergency response, seasonal, education (including back-to-school initiatives), food security and livelihoods (including zero hunger programming), and other humanitarian priorities. Osman Consulting works through a partnership-based approach, collaborating closely with local implementing partners to ensure contextually appropriate, responsive, and sustainable programme delivery. 2. Purpose of the Role The Senior Operations Officer supports operational planning, procurement follow-up, documentation control, and implementation support systems so that project delivery requirements are translated into timely and well-organised operational action. 3.Terms of Reference Duty Station: Solihull, B90 4BG, United Kingdom (Hybrid) Reporting to: Project Manager Line Management: Provides technical guidance and oversight to field partners and may support the supervision of interns Contract Type: Fixed-term maternity cover contract (12 months), subject to organisational requirements Full time/Part time: Full Time 4. Scope of Work and Key Responsibilities Operational planning and tracking Support the Project Manager in maintaining operational plans, procurement trackers, action logs, and implementation support schedules. Monitor progress of operational actions and follow up with responsible staff to minimise avoidable delays. Procurement and Supply chain support Support review of procurement requests, specifications, delivery schedules, and procurement documentation for completeness before onward processing. Track status of procurement packages, purchase actions, vendor communications, and delivery milestones and flag bottlenecks for management attention. Coordinate with the Sudan Operations and Logistics Officer on shipment status, local sourcing issues, warehousing constraints, and asset receipt confirmation Documentation and Asset control support Maintain orderly operational records covering procurement files, delivery notes, inventory information, service agreements, and other control documents. Support tracking of assets, equipment, and key operational commitments linked to project implementation. Operational Risk Management Identify operational bottlenecks relating to procurement timing, delivery sequencing, documentation gaps, or service support readiness. Provide timely updates to the Project Manager on issues requiring escalation or re-prioritisation. 5. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor s degree or Diploma in operations management, logistics, supply chain, Business Administration, or related field At least 5 years of relevant experience; preferably in humanitarian or project environment. Good understanding of procurement workflows, record keeping, and implementation support systems. Strong organizational, attention to details and communication skills. Full professional proficiency in English. Strong organizational and coordination skills; attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders. 6 . Core Competencies Operational organization Confidential handling of information Analytical thinking. Service orientation and teamwork 7. Compliance, Safeguarding and Ethics The post holder is expected to uphold Osman Consulting Ltd policies, donor requirements, humanitarian principles, and all applicable national and international regulations. The role requires full compliance with safeguarding standards, including Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), child safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection requirements. The post holder must promote accountability, inclusion, and non-discrimination in all aspects of their work, ensuring respectful engagement with all stakeholders. Any concerns relating to fraud, corruption, conflicts of interest, safeguarding incidents, or security risks must be reported promptly through the appropriate channels.
May 25, 2026
Full time
1. Background Osman Consulting Ltd supports the design, coordination, and implementation of humanitarian and development programmes across multiple regions, with a primary focus on Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Latin America The organisation delivers a diverse portfolio of interventions spanning emergency response, seasonal, education (including back-to-school initiatives), food security and livelihoods (including zero hunger programming), and other humanitarian priorities. Osman Consulting works through a partnership-based approach, collaborating closely with local implementing partners to ensure contextually appropriate, responsive, and sustainable programme delivery. 2. Purpose of the Role The Senior Operations Officer supports operational planning, procurement follow-up, documentation control, and implementation support systems so that project delivery requirements are translated into timely and well-organised operational action. 3.Terms of Reference Duty Station: Solihull, B90 4BG, United Kingdom (Hybrid) Reporting to: Project Manager Line Management: Provides technical guidance and oversight to field partners and may support the supervision of interns Contract Type: Fixed-term maternity cover contract (12 months), subject to organisational requirements Full time/Part time: Full Time 4. Scope of Work and Key Responsibilities Operational planning and tracking Support the Project Manager in maintaining operational plans, procurement trackers, action logs, and implementation support schedules. Monitor progress of operational actions and follow up with responsible staff to minimise avoidable delays. Procurement and Supply chain support Support review of procurement requests, specifications, delivery schedules, and procurement documentation for completeness before onward processing. Track status of procurement packages, purchase actions, vendor communications, and delivery milestones and flag bottlenecks for management attention. Coordinate with the Sudan Operations and Logistics Officer on shipment status, local sourcing issues, warehousing constraints, and asset receipt confirmation Documentation and Asset control support Maintain orderly operational records covering procurement files, delivery notes, inventory information, service agreements, and other control documents. Support tracking of assets, equipment, and key operational commitments linked to project implementation. Operational Risk Management Identify operational bottlenecks relating to procurement timing, delivery sequencing, documentation gaps, or service support readiness. Provide timely updates to the Project Manager on issues requiring escalation or re-prioritisation. 5. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor s degree or Diploma in operations management, logistics, supply chain, Business Administration, or related field At least 5 years of relevant experience; preferably in humanitarian or project environment. Good understanding of procurement workflows, record keeping, and implementation support systems. Strong organizational, attention to details and communication skills. Full professional proficiency in English. Strong organizational and coordination skills; attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders. 6 . Core Competencies Operational organization Confidential handling of information Analytical thinking. Service orientation and teamwork 7. Compliance, Safeguarding and Ethics The post holder is expected to uphold Osman Consulting Ltd policies, donor requirements, humanitarian principles, and all applicable national and international regulations. The role requires full compliance with safeguarding standards, including Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), child safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection requirements. The post holder must promote accountability, inclusion, and non-discrimination in all aspects of their work, ensuring respectful engagement with all stakeholders. Any concerns relating to fraud, corruption, conflicts of interest, safeguarding incidents, or security risks must be reported promptly through the appropriate channels.
1. Background Osman Consulting Ltd supports the design, coordination, and implementation of humanitarian and development programmes across multiple regions, with a primary focus on Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Latin America The organisation delivers a diverse portfolio of interventions spanning emergency response, seasonal, education (including back-to-school initiatives), food security and livelihoods (including zero hunger programming), and other humanitarian priorities. Osman Consulting works through a partnership-based approach, collaborating closely with local implementing partners to ensure contextually appropriate, responsive, and sustainable programme delivery. 2. Purpose of the Role The Senior Programmes Officer (Maternity Cover) is responsible for supporting the effective coordination, delivery, and development of a multi-country humanitarian programme portfolio. The role ensures continuity of programme implementation during the maternity cover period by maintaining strong partner relationships, overseeing programme progress, and supporting high-quality proposal development and reporting. The post holder will act as a key focal point for communication with implementing partners and internal teams, ensuring that programme activities remain on track, compliant, and responsive to evolving needs. The role also contributes to organisational growth through proposal development, donor engagement, and strengthening partnerships. 3.Terms of Reference Duty Station: Solihull, B90 4BG, United Kingdom (Hybrid) Reporting to: Programmes Manager Line Management: Provides technical guidance and oversight to field partners and may support the supervision of interns Contract Type: Fixed-term maternity cover contract (12 months), subject to organisational requirements Full time/Part time: Full Time Travel: International travel may be required depending on programme and organisational needs. 4. Scope of Work and Key Responsibilities Programme Coordination and Partner Management Maintain regular communication with implementing partners across multiple countries Coordinate programme activities to ensure timely and effective delivery Support negotiation and alignment with field teams and partners on implementation priorities Build and maintain strong working relationships with partners and stakeholders Proposal Development, Business Development and Donor Engagement Lead the development of project proposals, concept notes, and budgets Contribute to business development efforts, including drafting marketing materials and supporting donor engagement Develop marketing and programme-related materials to support fundraising and visibility Build and maintain relationships with donors and external stakeholders Programme Monitoring, Reporting and Compliance Review narrative and financial reports from partners for quality and accuracy Track programme deliverables, milestones, and deadlines across projects Maintain programme trackers, dashboards, and internal monitoring tools Liaise with Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) teams to support programme tracking and learning Ensure documentation and data are organised, accurate, and up to date Financial Coordination Coordinate closely with the finance team on budgets, forecasts, and expenditure tracking Review partner budgets and support financial planning processes Ensure alignment between programme delivery and financial requirements Design, Communications and Knowledge Products Develop visual and written materials including presentations, one-pagers, capability statements, and reports Support media and communications outputs using design tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite Contribute to internal and external communications materials to enhance programme visibility Support media-related activities, including content development and basic media training where required Capacity Building and Team Support Provide training and guidance to implementing partners on project requirements and standard operating procedures (SOPs) Develop and refine internal documents such as SOPs and guidance materials Support onboarding, training, and supervision of interns Provide support to colleagues across programme activities as required Systems, Learning and Operational Support Maintain and update programme databases and information systems Support feedback collection processes, including surveys and learning inputs Contribute to problem-solving and continuous improvement across programmes Participate in calls across multiple time zones and undertake occasional travel as required Procurement and supply chain support Support review of procurement requests, specifications, delivery schedules, and procurement documentation for completeness before onward processing. Track status of procurement packages, purchase actions, vendor communications, and delivery milestones and flag bottlenecks for management attention. Coordinate with the Operations and Logistics Officer in the field on shipment status, local sourcing issues, warehousing constraints, and asset receipt confirmation. Operational risk management Identify operational bottlenecks relating to procurement timing, delivery sequencing, documentation gaps, or service support readiness. Provide timely updates to the Programmes Manager on issues requiring escalation or re-prioritisation. 5. Qualifications and Experience Degree or equivalent experience in international development, humanitarian studies, or a related field Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in programme coordination, project management, or humanitarian/development settings Proven experience in proposal development, including budget preparation Strong experience working with implementing partners and managing multi-country programmes Experience reviewing narrative and financial reports and ensuring donor compliance Familiarity with working alongside finance and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) teams 6. Core Competencies Strong organisational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English required; Arabic is desirable Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Experience developing presentations, reports, and programme materials Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint); experience with tools such as Canva or Adobe Ability to work independently, take initiative and coordinate across multiple time zones in a fast-paced environment 7. Compliance, Safeguarding and Ethics The post holder is expected to uphold Osman Consulting Ltd policies, donor requirements, humanitarian principles, and all applicable national and international regulations. The role requires full compliance with safeguarding standards, including Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), child safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection requirements. The post holder must promote accountability, inclusion, and non-discrimination in all aspects of their work, ensuring respectful engagement with all stakeholders. Any concerns relating to fraud, corruption, conflicts of interest, safeguarding incidents, or security risks must be reported promptly through the appropriate channels.
May 25, 2026
Full time
1. Background Osman Consulting Ltd supports the design, coordination, and implementation of humanitarian and development programmes across multiple regions, with a primary focus on Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Latin America The organisation delivers a diverse portfolio of interventions spanning emergency response, seasonal, education (including back-to-school initiatives), food security and livelihoods (including zero hunger programming), and other humanitarian priorities. Osman Consulting works through a partnership-based approach, collaborating closely with local implementing partners to ensure contextually appropriate, responsive, and sustainable programme delivery. 2. Purpose of the Role The Senior Programmes Officer (Maternity Cover) is responsible for supporting the effective coordination, delivery, and development of a multi-country humanitarian programme portfolio. The role ensures continuity of programme implementation during the maternity cover period by maintaining strong partner relationships, overseeing programme progress, and supporting high-quality proposal development and reporting. The post holder will act as a key focal point for communication with implementing partners and internal teams, ensuring that programme activities remain on track, compliant, and responsive to evolving needs. The role also contributes to organisational growth through proposal development, donor engagement, and strengthening partnerships. 3.Terms of Reference Duty Station: Solihull, B90 4BG, United Kingdom (Hybrid) Reporting to: Programmes Manager Line Management: Provides technical guidance and oversight to field partners and may support the supervision of interns Contract Type: Fixed-term maternity cover contract (12 months), subject to organisational requirements Full time/Part time: Full Time Travel: International travel may be required depending on programme and organisational needs. 4. Scope of Work and Key Responsibilities Programme Coordination and Partner Management Maintain regular communication with implementing partners across multiple countries Coordinate programme activities to ensure timely and effective delivery Support negotiation and alignment with field teams and partners on implementation priorities Build and maintain strong working relationships with partners and stakeholders Proposal Development, Business Development and Donor Engagement Lead the development of project proposals, concept notes, and budgets Contribute to business development efforts, including drafting marketing materials and supporting donor engagement Develop marketing and programme-related materials to support fundraising and visibility Build and maintain relationships with donors and external stakeholders Programme Monitoring, Reporting and Compliance Review narrative and financial reports from partners for quality and accuracy Track programme deliverables, milestones, and deadlines across projects Maintain programme trackers, dashboards, and internal monitoring tools Liaise with Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) teams to support programme tracking and learning Ensure documentation and data are organised, accurate, and up to date Financial Coordination Coordinate closely with the finance team on budgets, forecasts, and expenditure tracking Review partner budgets and support financial planning processes Ensure alignment between programme delivery and financial requirements Design, Communications and Knowledge Products Develop visual and written materials including presentations, one-pagers, capability statements, and reports Support media and communications outputs using design tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite Contribute to internal and external communications materials to enhance programme visibility Support media-related activities, including content development and basic media training where required Capacity Building and Team Support Provide training and guidance to implementing partners on project requirements and standard operating procedures (SOPs) Develop and refine internal documents such as SOPs and guidance materials Support onboarding, training, and supervision of interns Provide support to colleagues across programme activities as required Systems, Learning and Operational Support Maintain and update programme databases and information systems Support feedback collection processes, including surveys and learning inputs Contribute to problem-solving and continuous improvement across programmes Participate in calls across multiple time zones and undertake occasional travel as required Procurement and supply chain support Support review of procurement requests, specifications, delivery schedules, and procurement documentation for completeness before onward processing. Track status of procurement packages, purchase actions, vendor communications, and delivery milestones and flag bottlenecks for management attention. Coordinate with the Operations and Logistics Officer in the field on shipment status, local sourcing issues, warehousing constraints, and asset receipt confirmation. Operational risk management Identify operational bottlenecks relating to procurement timing, delivery sequencing, documentation gaps, or service support readiness. Provide timely updates to the Programmes Manager on issues requiring escalation or re-prioritisation. 5. Qualifications and Experience Degree or equivalent experience in international development, humanitarian studies, or a related field Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in programme coordination, project management, or humanitarian/development settings Proven experience in proposal development, including budget preparation Strong experience working with implementing partners and managing multi-country programmes Experience reviewing narrative and financial reports and ensuring donor compliance Familiarity with working alongside finance and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) teams 6. Core Competencies Strong organisational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English required; Arabic is desirable Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Experience developing presentations, reports, and programme materials Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint); experience with tools such as Canva or Adobe Ability to work independently, take initiative and coordinate across multiple time zones in a fast-paced environment 7. Compliance, Safeguarding and Ethics The post holder is expected to uphold Osman Consulting Ltd policies, donor requirements, humanitarian principles, and all applicable national and international regulations. The role requires full compliance with safeguarding standards, including Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), child safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection requirements. The post holder must promote accountability, inclusion, and non-discrimination in all aspects of their work, ensuring respectful engagement with all stakeholders. Any concerns relating to fraud, corruption, conflicts of interest, safeguarding incidents, or security risks must be reported promptly through the appropriate channels.
Hybrid Working - 3 Days Onsite Interim: Up to £369.64 Umbrella DOE Permanent: Please apply or call for details Contract length: 6 months (review for extension) An established London Borough Council is looking to appoint an experienced Asset Manager to join their housing team on either a permanent or interim basis. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for managing the asset management function and leading a team of 5, driving service delivery, transformation, and long-term housing investment planning. Key Responsibilities Manage and lead the asset management team across a broad range of functions Coordinate the development of the asset management strategy in collaboration with internal stakeholders Lead on resident consultation relating to asset strategy and stock changes Oversee portfolio management including acquisitions and new build asset data Act as lead officer for asset data systems and associated development Ensure Decent Homes reporting and annual returns are completed accurately and on time Lead the rolling stock condition survey programme Oversee the wider housing investment programme Take full responsibility for service transformation and NEC oversight nsure the quality, integrity, and ownership of asset management data Develop asset-related projects and make recommendations regarding housing stock changes Manage deployment of staffing resources to ensure effective service delivery Provide matrix management across specific operational areas where required Oversee the stock condition surveyors Requirements Proven experience in senior asset management within housing Strong leadership experience managing teams Experience overseeing housing investment programmes and stock condition data Knowledge of NEC and service transformation within housing/property services Strong stakeholder engagement and strategic planning capability Additional Information Hybrid working - 3 days onsite required In-person interviews only For more information, please contact Izzie Guimaraes at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
May 23, 2026
Contractor
Hybrid Working - 3 Days Onsite Interim: Up to £369.64 Umbrella DOE Permanent: Please apply or call for details Contract length: 6 months (review for extension) An established London Borough Council is looking to appoint an experienced Asset Manager to join their housing team on either a permanent or interim basis. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for managing the asset management function and leading a team of 5, driving service delivery, transformation, and long-term housing investment planning. Key Responsibilities Manage and lead the asset management team across a broad range of functions Coordinate the development of the asset management strategy in collaboration with internal stakeholders Lead on resident consultation relating to asset strategy and stock changes Oversee portfolio management including acquisitions and new build asset data Act as lead officer for asset data systems and associated development Ensure Decent Homes reporting and annual returns are completed accurately and on time Lead the rolling stock condition survey programme Oversee the wider housing investment programme Take full responsibility for service transformation and NEC oversight nsure the quality, integrity, and ownership of asset management data Develop asset-related projects and make recommendations regarding housing stock changes Manage deployment of staffing resources to ensure effective service delivery Provide matrix management across specific operational areas where required Oversee the stock condition surveyors Requirements Proven experience in senior asset management within housing Strong leadership experience managing teams Experience overseeing housing investment programmes and stock condition data Knowledge of NEC and service transformation within housing/property services Strong stakeholder engagement and strategic planning capability Additional Information Hybrid working - 3 days onsite required In-person interviews only For more information, please contact Izzie Guimaraes at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Marketing Officer Reporting to: Head of Marketing Contract: Full-time, term-time only, plus 15 additional days Additional expectations: Occasional evening, weekend and holiday work (particularly in the autumn term) Salary: FTE £30,000 The Marketing Officer will provide high quality, proactive support to the Head of Marketing and wider Admissions & Marketing team in delivering the school's marketing, communications and parent experience strategy. The postholder will be highly digital literate, with strong creative skills, excellent organisational ability and a willingness to get involved in all aspects of school life. Key Skills and Attributes Strong digital literacy, including confident use of website CMS platforms, SEO tools, analytics dashboards and social media management systems Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with prospective parents, current families and colleagues across the school community Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, particularly during peak periods Experience of working with external agencies - such as web developers, photographers and videographers - ensuring strong performance and high quality delivery across all projects Responsibilities Digital Content & Social Media Capture day to day life across the school through roving reporting, including photography, videography and short form video Create engaging content for social media channels and school website, ensuring posts and stories are timely, accurate and aligned with the school's tone and brand Support the scheduling, monitoring and reporting of social media activity Assist with website updates, ensuring content is current, well presented and user friendly Edit and prepare digital assets using Canva, Adobe Express or similar tools Branding, Publications & Merchandise Support the creation of marketing materials, including posters, flyers, digital graphics and event collateral Ensure all materials follow brand guidelines and maintain a consistent visual identity Manage the ordering, stock taking and auditing of school merchandise, ensuring value for money and timely replenishment Liaise with external suppliers where required, ensuring quality and delivery expectations are met Photography, Video & Creative Production Produce high quality graphics, publications and digital assets using Canva, Photoshop, InDesign or similar tools Take high quality photographs and video footage at events, lessons and activities across the school Manage and support the editing and organisation of photo and video libraries Assist with briefing and coordinating external photographers and videographers when required Events & On the Ground Support Support the planning and delivery of key pupil recruitment and retention events, including Open Days, Welcome events, information evenings and community activities Provide on the day support such as set up, registration, photography and general coordination Work collaboratively with Admissions to ensure prospective families receive a warm, well organised and positive experience Parent Experience & Communications Assist with the creation and updating of parent guides, handbooks and digital resources Support the management and content upkeep of the parent portal Help ensure communications to parents are clear, timely and aligned with school standards Contribute to pupil retention activities by supporting high quality, consistent parent engagement Cross Departmental Support Provide marketing and branding support to Development, Alumni Relations and Colfe's Leisure Centre Assist with the creation of promotional materials, event support and digital content for these teams Ensure all departmental materials align with the school's brand and communication standards General Team Support Provide administrative and creative support to the Marketing and Admissions teams as required Assist with data entry, filing, content organisation and general office tasks when required Contribute ideas, energy and enthusiasm to a busy, collaborative team environment Person Specification Essential Strong digital literacy and confidence using social media platforms Experience with photography, videography and basic editing Ability to create simple, effective designs using Canva or similar tools Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills Experience supporting events or working in a customer facing environment (desirable) Desirable Experience working within an independent school or education setting Familiarity with CRM systems, admissions pipelines or customer journey mapping Understanding of parent engagement, customer experience design or community based marketing Personal Attributes Enthusiastic, proactive and eager to get involved in school life Personable and confident when interacting with pupils, staff, parents and visitors Self starter with the ability to hit the ground running and work independently when needed Flexible, adaptable and willing to support a wide range of tasks Positive team player with a can do attitude Application procedure: The recruitment process will require all applicants to complete an application form, accompanied by a letter of application, current CV and details of two referees, who will be contacted prior to interview, in accordance with the School's Safer Recruitment procedures. The application should be submitted electronically via the button below. Applications should be sent by 12noon on Friday 12th June. Colfe's reserves the right to appoint to this post before the closing date if necessary. Colfe's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Marketing Officer Reporting to: Head of Marketing Contract: Full-time, term-time only, plus 15 additional days Additional expectations: Occasional evening, weekend and holiday work (particularly in the autumn term) Salary: FTE £30,000 The Marketing Officer will provide high quality, proactive support to the Head of Marketing and wider Admissions & Marketing team in delivering the school's marketing, communications and parent experience strategy. The postholder will be highly digital literate, with strong creative skills, excellent organisational ability and a willingness to get involved in all aspects of school life. Key Skills and Attributes Strong digital literacy, including confident use of website CMS platforms, SEO tools, analytics dashboards and social media management systems Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with prospective parents, current families and colleagues across the school community Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, particularly during peak periods Experience of working with external agencies - such as web developers, photographers and videographers - ensuring strong performance and high quality delivery across all projects Responsibilities Digital Content & Social Media Capture day to day life across the school through roving reporting, including photography, videography and short form video Create engaging content for social media channels and school website, ensuring posts and stories are timely, accurate and aligned with the school's tone and brand Support the scheduling, monitoring and reporting of social media activity Assist with website updates, ensuring content is current, well presented and user friendly Edit and prepare digital assets using Canva, Adobe Express or similar tools Branding, Publications & Merchandise Support the creation of marketing materials, including posters, flyers, digital graphics and event collateral Ensure all materials follow brand guidelines and maintain a consistent visual identity Manage the ordering, stock taking and auditing of school merchandise, ensuring value for money and timely replenishment Liaise with external suppliers where required, ensuring quality and delivery expectations are met Photography, Video & Creative Production Produce high quality graphics, publications and digital assets using Canva, Photoshop, InDesign or similar tools Take high quality photographs and video footage at events, lessons and activities across the school Manage and support the editing and organisation of photo and video libraries Assist with briefing and coordinating external photographers and videographers when required Events & On the Ground Support Support the planning and delivery of key pupil recruitment and retention events, including Open Days, Welcome events, information evenings and community activities Provide on the day support such as set up, registration, photography and general coordination Work collaboratively with Admissions to ensure prospective families receive a warm, well organised and positive experience Parent Experience & Communications Assist with the creation and updating of parent guides, handbooks and digital resources Support the management and content upkeep of the parent portal Help ensure communications to parents are clear, timely and aligned with school standards Contribute to pupil retention activities by supporting high quality, consistent parent engagement Cross Departmental Support Provide marketing and branding support to Development, Alumni Relations and Colfe's Leisure Centre Assist with the creation of promotional materials, event support and digital content for these teams Ensure all departmental materials align with the school's brand and communication standards General Team Support Provide administrative and creative support to the Marketing and Admissions teams as required Assist with data entry, filing, content organisation and general office tasks when required Contribute ideas, energy and enthusiasm to a busy, collaborative team environment Person Specification Essential Strong digital literacy and confidence using social media platforms Experience with photography, videography and basic editing Ability to create simple, effective designs using Canva or similar tools Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills Experience supporting events or working in a customer facing environment (desirable) Desirable Experience working within an independent school or education setting Familiarity with CRM systems, admissions pipelines or customer journey mapping Understanding of parent engagement, customer experience design or community based marketing Personal Attributes Enthusiastic, proactive and eager to get involved in school life Personable and confident when interacting with pupils, staff, parents and visitors Self starter with the ability to hit the ground running and work independently when needed Flexible, adaptable and willing to support a wide range of tasks Positive team player with a can do attitude Application procedure: The recruitment process will require all applicants to complete an application form, accompanied by a letter of application, current CV and details of two referees, who will be contacted prior to interview, in accordance with the School's Safer Recruitment procedures. The application should be submitted electronically via the button below. Applications should be sent by 12noon on Friday 12th June. Colfe's reserves the right to appoint to this post before the closing date if necessary. Colfe's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.
Head of Marketing Reporting to: Director of Admissions & Marketing Contract: Full time, term time only plus 30 days in holidays Additional expectations: Occasional evening, weekend and holiday work (particularly in the autumn term) Salary: FTE £50,000-60,000 The Marketing Manager plays a central role in shaping the school's brand, digital presence and communications strategy, with a strong focus on supporting pupil recruitment and retention. The role requires exceptional communication skills, creativity, strong digital capability, strategic thinking and meticulous attention to detail. Working closely with the Director and the wider Admissions team, the postholder will lead a small team and manage the operational delivery of the annual Admissions and Marketing plan, ensuring a high quality experience for prospective and current families throughout their journey with the school. Direct line management of Marketing Officer and shared line management of Data & Systems Officer. Key Skills and Attributes Strong digital literacy, including confident use of website CMS platforms, SEO tools, analytics dashboards and social media management systems Advanced content creation skills, including photography, videography, short form video production and editing Imaginative and creative approach to marketing and digital storytelling Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with prospective parents, current families and colleagues across the school community Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, particularly during peak periods Awareness of emerging marketing technologies and trends, with the ability to apply them to enhance brand presence and customer experience Experience managing external agencies - such as web developers, photographers and videographers - ensuring strong performance, value for money and high quality delivery across all projects Experience of managing budgets effectively Proven ability to lead, support and develop team members ensuring high quality output and professional growth Responsibilities Marketing Communications Help to develop and maintain and update clear brand guidelines and visual assets to ensure a consistent, authentic and engaging school identity Oversee the production, editing and distribution of all marketing materials - print and digital Act as the school's lead digital storyteller, ensuring content reflects the school's values, achievements and community Lead the creation of engaging visual content, including photography, videography and short form video Ensure communication with current families is thoughtful, consistent and engaging, strengthening loyalty and positive word of mouth Digital Marketing, Social Media & Website Lead the planning, creation and management of digital content across the website and social media channels Working with the Director, ensure all communication - internal and external - is clear, timely and aligned with the school's aims Work with the Director to develop and maintain a rolling digital and social media strategy Define and track KPIs for digital communications aligned to school goals Use data and performance insights from advertising, digital platforms, social media and website analytics to inform decisions and improve results Provide regular reporting using Google Analytics, social media insights and monitoring tools Monitor online conversations and parent/community sentiment to inform content planning and customer service responses Manage ongoing website development, including site audits, SEO improvements, CMS upgrades and content migration where required Admissions Marketing & Support Collaborate closely with the Admissions Managers to shape communications for prospective parents from enquiry to acceptance Work with the Director to design and deliver research and insight gathering Implement the school's marketing plan to support pupil recruitment and strengthen public perception Manage the strategic and operational delivery of advertising campaigns for pupil recruitment Parent Experience Supports the Director in leading clear, timely and consistent school to parent communication across all channels, ensuring families feel informed, valued and connected Oversees the creation, accuracy and ongoing maintenance of parent guides, ensuring information is accessible, up to date and aligned with school policies and expectations Manages the parent portal, ensuring content is well structured, intuitive to navigate and reflective of the school's communication standards Leads and supports pupil and family onboarding processes, ensuring new families receive a warm, well organised and seamless introduction to school life, from offer acceptance through to their first term Contributes to pupil retention strategies by understanding parent needs, monitoring sentiment and identifying opportunities to strengthen engagement throughout the parent journey Ensures the end to end parent experience - from first enquiry to ongoing school life - is positive, consistent and aligned with the school's values Led by the Director, work collaboratively with Admissions, Pastoral, Academic and Operational teams to ensure parents receive a seamless, joined up experience at every stage Uses feedback, data and insights to identify areas for improvement and recommend changes that enhance parent satisfaction and loyalty Internal Communications Champion a marketing and customer focused culture across the school Ensure all staff are informed and engaged with the school's marketing activities Maintain a visible presence among pupils and staff, gathering insights that inform authentic storytelling Work collaboratively with other departments across the school - including Development, Alumni Relations and Colfe's Leisure Services - providing guidance, branding support and high quality marketing materials to ensure consistency and strengthen the school's overall identity Person Specification Essential Significant experience in a marketing leadership role, ideally within education, membership organisations, charities or similarly relationship driven sectors Proven track record of delivering successful, integrated marketing and communications strategies that support customer acquisition and retention Demonstrable experience in digital marketing, including website management, SEO, analytics, social media strategy and content optimisation Significant experience either managing the production of, or creating, digital content including photography, videography, short form video production and editing Experience managing external agencies (e.g., designers, photographers, videographers, web developers) to ensure high quality, cost effective delivery Experience managing budgets and monitoring spend against strategic priorities Experience leading and developing team members, with the ability to inspire, support and hold others to high standards Desirable CIM Level 6 or above Diploma in Professional Marketing; AMCIS Diploma in Marketing or relevant certificates in digital marketing (i.e. Google analytics certification or Meta Blueprint) Experience working within an independent school or education setting Familiarity with school MIS/CRM systems, admissions pipelines or customer journey mapping Understanding of parent engagement, customer experience design or community based marketing Personal Qualities Warm, approachable and confident, with a genuine interest in people and community Proactive, solutions focused and able to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance Resilient and calm under pressure, particularly during busy admissions cycles Enthusiastic about school life, with a willingness to be visible, engaged and present across the community Application procedure: The recruitment process will require all applicants to complete an application form, accompanied by a letter of application, current CV and details of two referees, who will be contacted prior to interview, in accordance with the School's Safer Recruitment procedures. The application should be submitted electronically via the button below. Applications should be sent by 12noon on Friday 12th June. Colfe's reserves the right to appoint to this post before the closing date if necessary. Colfe's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Head of Marketing Reporting to: Director of Admissions & Marketing Contract: Full time, term time only plus 30 days in holidays Additional expectations: Occasional evening, weekend and holiday work (particularly in the autumn term) Salary: FTE £50,000-60,000 The Marketing Manager plays a central role in shaping the school's brand, digital presence and communications strategy, with a strong focus on supporting pupil recruitment and retention. The role requires exceptional communication skills, creativity, strong digital capability, strategic thinking and meticulous attention to detail. Working closely with the Director and the wider Admissions team, the postholder will lead a small team and manage the operational delivery of the annual Admissions and Marketing plan, ensuring a high quality experience for prospective and current families throughout their journey with the school. Direct line management of Marketing Officer and shared line management of Data & Systems Officer. Key Skills and Attributes Strong digital literacy, including confident use of website CMS platforms, SEO tools, analytics dashboards and social media management systems Advanced content creation skills, including photography, videography, short form video production and editing Imaginative and creative approach to marketing and digital storytelling Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with prospective parents, current families and colleagues across the school community Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, particularly during peak periods Awareness of emerging marketing technologies and trends, with the ability to apply them to enhance brand presence and customer experience Experience managing external agencies - such as web developers, photographers and videographers - ensuring strong performance, value for money and high quality delivery across all projects Experience of managing budgets effectively Proven ability to lead, support and develop team members ensuring high quality output and professional growth Responsibilities Marketing Communications Help to develop and maintain and update clear brand guidelines and visual assets to ensure a consistent, authentic and engaging school identity Oversee the production, editing and distribution of all marketing materials - print and digital Act as the school's lead digital storyteller, ensuring content reflects the school's values, achievements and community Lead the creation of engaging visual content, including photography, videography and short form video Ensure communication with current families is thoughtful, consistent and engaging, strengthening loyalty and positive word of mouth Digital Marketing, Social Media & Website Lead the planning, creation and management of digital content across the website and social media channels Working with the Director, ensure all communication - internal and external - is clear, timely and aligned with the school's aims Work with the Director to develop and maintain a rolling digital and social media strategy Define and track KPIs for digital communications aligned to school goals Use data and performance insights from advertising, digital platforms, social media and website analytics to inform decisions and improve results Provide regular reporting using Google Analytics, social media insights and monitoring tools Monitor online conversations and parent/community sentiment to inform content planning and customer service responses Manage ongoing website development, including site audits, SEO improvements, CMS upgrades and content migration where required Admissions Marketing & Support Collaborate closely with the Admissions Managers to shape communications for prospective parents from enquiry to acceptance Work with the Director to design and deliver research and insight gathering Implement the school's marketing plan to support pupil recruitment and strengthen public perception Manage the strategic and operational delivery of advertising campaigns for pupil recruitment Parent Experience Supports the Director in leading clear, timely and consistent school to parent communication across all channels, ensuring families feel informed, valued and connected Oversees the creation, accuracy and ongoing maintenance of parent guides, ensuring information is accessible, up to date and aligned with school policies and expectations Manages the parent portal, ensuring content is well structured, intuitive to navigate and reflective of the school's communication standards Leads and supports pupil and family onboarding processes, ensuring new families receive a warm, well organised and seamless introduction to school life, from offer acceptance through to their first term Contributes to pupil retention strategies by understanding parent needs, monitoring sentiment and identifying opportunities to strengthen engagement throughout the parent journey Ensures the end to end parent experience - from first enquiry to ongoing school life - is positive, consistent and aligned with the school's values Led by the Director, work collaboratively with Admissions, Pastoral, Academic and Operational teams to ensure parents receive a seamless, joined up experience at every stage Uses feedback, data and insights to identify areas for improvement and recommend changes that enhance parent satisfaction and loyalty Internal Communications Champion a marketing and customer focused culture across the school Ensure all staff are informed and engaged with the school's marketing activities Maintain a visible presence among pupils and staff, gathering insights that inform authentic storytelling Work collaboratively with other departments across the school - including Development, Alumni Relations and Colfe's Leisure Services - providing guidance, branding support and high quality marketing materials to ensure consistency and strengthen the school's overall identity Person Specification Essential Significant experience in a marketing leadership role, ideally within education, membership organisations, charities or similarly relationship driven sectors Proven track record of delivering successful, integrated marketing and communications strategies that support customer acquisition and retention Demonstrable experience in digital marketing, including website management, SEO, analytics, social media strategy and content optimisation Significant experience either managing the production of, or creating, digital content including photography, videography, short form video production and editing Experience managing external agencies (e.g., designers, photographers, videographers, web developers) to ensure high quality, cost effective delivery Experience managing budgets and monitoring spend against strategic priorities Experience leading and developing team members, with the ability to inspire, support and hold others to high standards Desirable CIM Level 6 or above Diploma in Professional Marketing; AMCIS Diploma in Marketing or relevant certificates in digital marketing (i.e. Google analytics certification or Meta Blueprint) Experience working within an independent school or education setting Familiarity with school MIS/CRM systems, admissions pipelines or customer journey mapping Understanding of parent engagement, customer experience design or community based marketing Personal Qualities Warm, approachable and confident, with a genuine interest in people and community Proactive, solutions focused and able to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance Resilient and calm under pressure, particularly during busy admissions cycles Enthusiastic about school life, with a willingness to be visible, engaged and present across the community Application procedure: The recruitment process will require all applicants to complete an application form, accompanied by a letter of application, current CV and details of two referees, who will be contacted prior to interview, in accordance with the School's Safer Recruitment procedures. The application should be submitted electronically via the button below. Applications should be sent by 12noon on Friday 12th June. Colfe's reserves the right to appoint to this post before the closing date if necessary. Colfe's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.
ACCA, NICS, CIMA, ACA, QUALIFIED ACCOUNTANTS, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT, PUBLIC SECTOR, FORENSIC Your new company You will be joining the Department of Justice (DoJ) within the Financial Services Division based at Seapark, Carrickfergus. The team supports the financial operations of Forensic Science NI, managing budgets, reporting, and statutory financial processes. You'll work within a team of five, with one new team member pending placement and one currently on leave. Your new role As the SO Accountant, you will support the Finance Manager across a broad range of financial responsibilities. These will include: Managing the financial processing function Preparing monthly management accounts and control accounts/reconciliations Completing VAT returns Supporting in-year and year-end accounts Monitoring and profiling budgets, including variance analysis and reporting Maintaining the staff budget Asset management Analysing financial data and contributing to business case development Assisting with FOIs and Assembly Questions Liaising with internal and external auditors Supporting ad hoc financial projects This role offers flexible working with 2 days per week in the office, with a preference for full office attendance during the first week of employment. CTC clearance is required and typically takes around 6 weeks. What you'll need to succeed You must be a full current member of one of the following accounting bodies, with at least 1 year of practical experience: Chartered Accountants Ireland Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales Chartered Institute of Management Accountants Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland You will also demonstrate: Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships, including with senior management and DoF Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills Strong Excel capability and confidence dealing with numerical data Ability to work to tight deadlines and meet reporting requirements What you'll get in return £24.04 per hour/ £41,272 annually Flexible working (2 office days per week) 37 hours per week 37 days annual leave Contract roles which will open the doors to putting yourself forward for the external competitions coming up in the NICS with the help of your line manager and team. Getting your foot in the door to the NICS. Experience within a specialised area of the Department of Justice Opportunity to support a high-impact public sector organisation A supportive team environment within Financial Services Division 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 about your career.
May 23, 2026
Seasonal
ACCA, NICS, CIMA, ACA, QUALIFIED ACCOUNTANTS, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT, PUBLIC SECTOR, FORENSIC Your new company You will be joining the Department of Justice (DoJ) within the Financial Services Division based at Seapark, Carrickfergus. The team supports the financial operations of Forensic Science NI, managing budgets, reporting, and statutory financial processes. You'll work within a team of five, with one new team member pending placement and one currently on leave. Your new role As the SO Accountant, you will support the Finance Manager across a broad range of financial responsibilities. These will include: Managing the financial processing function Preparing monthly management accounts and control accounts/reconciliations Completing VAT returns Supporting in-year and year-end accounts Monitoring and profiling budgets, including variance analysis and reporting Maintaining the staff budget Asset management Analysing financial data and contributing to business case development Assisting with FOIs and Assembly Questions Liaising with internal and external auditors Supporting ad hoc financial projects This role offers flexible working with 2 days per week in the office, with a preference for full office attendance during the first week of employment. CTC clearance is required and typically takes around 6 weeks. What you'll need to succeed You must be a full current member of one of the following accounting bodies, with at least 1 year of practical experience: Chartered Accountants Ireland Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales Chartered Institute of Management Accountants Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland You will also demonstrate: Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships, including with senior management and DoF Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills Strong Excel capability and confidence dealing with numerical data Ability to work to tight deadlines and meet reporting requirements What you'll get in return £24.04 per hour/ £41,272 annually Flexible working (2 office days per week) 37 hours per week 37 days annual leave Contract roles which will open the doors to putting yourself forward for the external competitions coming up in the NICS with the help of your line manager and team. Getting your foot in the door to the NICS. Experience within a specialised area of the Department of Justice Opportunity to support a high-impact public sector organisation A supportive team environment within Financial Services Division 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 about your career.
Senior Estates Surveyor Daily Rate: 500 Location: County Hall, Leicestershire Job Type: Interim Contract Reed is currently recruiting on behalf of the Council for a Senior Estates Surveyor in Leicester. This pivotal role involves proactive management of the Council's property portfolio, contributing significantly to operational real estate activities aligned with the Council's Strategic Plan. Day-to-day of the role: Support the Business Partner Operational Real Estate in developing asset management and investment strategies. Identify surplus and under-performing assets, developing value-add initiatives or disposal plans. Negotiate leases, lease renewals, and rent reviews, and manage day-to-day operational management of assets. Prepare complex valuations for a variety of purposes including rent, rating, insurance, and asset estimates. Monitor expenditure, prepare accounts for service charges, and manage financial aspects including budget preparation. Act as Project Manager for developments on Council land and negotiate joint use arrangements. Appoint and monitor external agents and solicitors to support transaction cases. Represent Property Services at various internal/external groups and manage key relationships with the public, council members, and senior officers. Required Skills & Qualifications: Degree or equivalent in Land Management or a related field. Full Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Extensive experience in valuing a variety of properties and for various needs. Proven experience in asset management of both leasehold and freehold properties. Strong background in Landlord and Tenant management. Experience in local government settings and familiarity with relevant laws and legislation. Proficient in financial analysis, lease management, and operational asset management. To apply please send me your updated CV, I look forward to hearing from you. Mel Applin Reed
May 22, 2026
Contractor
Senior Estates Surveyor Daily Rate: 500 Location: County Hall, Leicestershire Job Type: Interim Contract Reed is currently recruiting on behalf of the Council for a Senior Estates Surveyor in Leicester. This pivotal role involves proactive management of the Council's property portfolio, contributing significantly to operational real estate activities aligned with the Council's Strategic Plan. Day-to-day of the role: Support the Business Partner Operational Real Estate in developing asset management and investment strategies. Identify surplus and under-performing assets, developing value-add initiatives or disposal plans. Negotiate leases, lease renewals, and rent reviews, and manage day-to-day operational management of assets. Prepare complex valuations for a variety of purposes including rent, rating, insurance, and asset estimates. Monitor expenditure, prepare accounts for service charges, and manage financial aspects including budget preparation. Act as Project Manager for developments on Council land and negotiate joint use arrangements. Appoint and monitor external agents and solicitors to support transaction cases. Represent Property Services at various internal/external groups and manage key relationships with the public, council members, and senior officers. Required Skills & Qualifications: Degree or equivalent in Land Management or a related field. Full Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Extensive experience in valuing a variety of properties and for various needs. Proven experience in asset management of both leasehold and freehold properties. Strong background in Landlord and Tenant management. Experience in local government settings and familiarity with relevant laws and legislation. Proficient in financial analysis, lease management, and operational asset management. To apply please send me your updated CV, I look forward to hearing from you. Mel Applin Reed
Financial Accountant Role - Leading FMCG Group - Permanent - Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire - Hays Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are partnering with a well-established & successful family-owned FMCG business to recruit a dynamic & hands-on Financial Accountant. Based in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take on a varied & hands-on role supporting financial controls, reporting, compliance, along with acting as a team leader to finance team members. You will play a lead role in year-end accounts preparation & annual audit queries. Ideally suited to a newly qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA accountant, finalists or part-qualified finance professionals with relevant experience will be considered. Open to accounting professionals from both industry & accountancy practice. Your new role Your key duties will involve balance sheet reconciliations, statutory reporting including PSA, P11D's, along with fixed asset accounting, maintenance & reporting. Month-end journals, accruals, prepayments, with related reconciliations. Year-end accounts preparation & annual audit queries, producing financial analysis & management reports. You will complete national statistics office forms & assist in the implementation of new accounting rules/processes. You will act as a team leader to the Assistant Accountants & Purchase Ledger Officer, mentoring/developing when required with the support of the Financial Controller. You will be involved in ad-hoc projects & duties for Senior Management as the business continues to grow. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this varied Financial Accountant role, you will need experience in a similar position. Ideally, you will be qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA, part-qualified or finalists will be considered. Excellent MS Excel skills, trained in a range of financial systems, with a proactive & hands-on working approach. You will have strong communication skills to build both internal/external relationships at all levels, used to managing workloads to meet deadlines, and a key problem solver. You will have broad accounting knowledge including financial accounting processes, month-end, through to oversight of treasury/ledger processes. You will be used to working collaboratively with colleagues across the business, with an interest in supporting the development of other finance team members. Experience with Sage 200 & the FMCG sector, would be advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return This permanent Financial Accountant position offers a salary up to £46,500 per annum, based in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire. Full-time role 37.5 hours per week, with parking provided on-site, generous pension scheme of up to 7 % employer contribution, health cash plan, group life insurance/private medical after length of service, along with development opportunities if wanted. A great opportunity for a finance professional seeking a varied role, where they can really make an impact within an established & successful FMCG group. 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 about your career.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Financial Accountant Role - Leading FMCG Group - Permanent - Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire - Hays Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are partnering with a well-established & successful family-owned FMCG business to recruit a dynamic & hands-on Financial Accountant. Based in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take on a varied & hands-on role supporting financial controls, reporting, compliance, along with acting as a team leader to finance team members. You will play a lead role in year-end accounts preparation & annual audit queries. Ideally suited to a newly qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA accountant, finalists or part-qualified finance professionals with relevant experience will be considered. Open to accounting professionals from both industry & accountancy practice. Your new role Your key duties will involve balance sheet reconciliations, statutory reporting including PSA, P11D's, along with fixed asset accounting, maintenance & reporting. Month-end journals, accruals, prepayments, with related reconciliations. Year-end accounts preparation & annual audit queries, producing financial analysis & management reports. You will complete national statistics office forms & assist in the implementation of new accounting rules/processes. You will act as a team leader to the Assistant Accountants & Purchase Ledger Officer, mentoring/developing when required with the support of the Financial Controller. You will be involved in ad-hoc projects & duties for Senior Management as the business continues to grow. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this varied Financial Accountant role, you will need experience in a similar position. Ideally, you will be qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA, part-qualified or finalists will be considered. Excellent MS Excel skills, trained in a range of financial systems, with a proactive & hands-on working approach. You will have strong communication skills to build both internal/external relationships at all levels, used to managing workloads to meet deadlines, and a key problem solver. You will have broad accounting knowledge including financial accounting processes, month-end, through to oversight of treasury/ledger processes. You will be used to working collaboratively with colleagues across the business, with an interest in supporting the development of other finance team members. Experience with Sage 200 & the FMCG sector, would be advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return This permanent Financial Accountant position offers a salary up to £46,500 per annum, based in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire. Full-time role 37.5 hours per week, with parking provided on-site, generous pension scheme of up to 7 % employer contribution, health cash plan, group life insurance/private medical after length of service, along with development opportunities if wanted. A great opportunity for a finance professional seeking a varied role, where they can really make an impact within an established & successful FMCG group. 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 about your career.
Commercial Property Management Officer Temporary Contract - 4 to 6 Months Hybrid Working - 3 Days On Site Per Week An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Property Management Officer to join a busy and forward-thinking local authority team on an initial 4-6-month contract. This role will support the management of a large and diverse non-housing commercial property portfolio, helping to maximise income, support regeneration initiatives, and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of property management operations. The Role Working as part of the property team, you will provide administrative and operational support across a varied commercial portfolio. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the management of commercial property assets Assisting with budget preparation and ongoing budget monitoring Maintaining and updating tenancy, property and operational records Acting as a first point of contact for tenant enquiries Logging and tracking maintenance and facilities management issues Supporting rent reviews and lease renewals alongside external consultants Processing landlord consent requests and issuing standard correspondence Updating internal systems following lease events Assisting with the preparation of rent, service charge and ad hoc invoices Supporting service charge reconciliations and year-end accounts Managing purchase orders and contractor invoice verification Assisting with insurance claim administration and record keeping Carrying out property visits including key handovers, meter readings and compliance checks About You The successful candidate will ideally have: Degree-level education or equivalent experience A qualification relating to surveying or property management would be advantageous Strong numeracy skills and confidence using Microsoft Excel Experience within commercial property, estates or asset management environments Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Strong written and verbal communication skills The ability to produce clear and concise reports A proactive and flexible approach to work Strong analytical and problem-solving skills The ability to work independently and under pressure Commercial project management experience would be beneficial but is not essential. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience within a dynamic public sector property environment while contributing to a varied and interesting commercial portfolio.
May 21, 2026
Contractor
Commercial Property Management Officer Temporary Contract - 4 to 6 Months Hybrid Working - 3 Days On Site Per Week An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Property Management Officer to join a busy and forward-thinking local authority team on an initial 4-6-month contract. This role will support the management of a large and diverse non-housing commercial property portfolio, helping to maximise income, support regeneration initiatives, and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of property management operations. The Role Working as part of the property team, you will provide administrative and operational support across a varied commercial portfolio. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the management of commercial property assets Assisting with budget preparation and ongoing budget monitoring Maintaining and updating tenancy, property and operational records Acting as a first point of contact for tenant enquiries Logging and tracking maintenance and facilities management issues Supporting rent reviews and lease renewals alongside external consultants Processing landlord consent requests and issuing standard correspondence Updating internal systems following lease events Assisting with the preparation of rent, service charge and ad hoc invoices Supporting service charge reconciliations and year-end accounts Managing purchase orders and contractor invoice verification Assisting with insurance claim administration and record keeping Carrying out property visits including key handovers, meter readings and compliance checks About You The successful candidate will ideally have: Degree-level education or equivalent experience A qualification relating to surveying or property management would be advantageous Strong numeracy skills and confidence using Microsoft Excel Experience within commercial property, estates or asset management environments Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Strong written and verbal communication skills The ability to produce clear and concise reports A proactive and flexible approach to work Strong analytical and problem-solving skills The ability to work independently and under pressure Commercial project management experience would be beneficial but is not essential. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience within a dynamic public sector property environment while contributing to a varied and interesting commercial portfolio.
Marks Consulting Partners Limited
Canterbury, Kent
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Team Leader to join a busy Facilities Management function within a public sector organisation. Reporting to the Lead Assets Works Delivery Manager, you'll take ownership of day-to-day repairs delivery across a large and varied estate; leading a dedicated team and working closely with planned works colleagues, contractors, and leaseholders. The Role Lead the reactive works delivery team to ensure repairs are delivered on time, to budget, and to agreed standards across the estate; maintaining compliance with statutory obligations and sector best practice throughout Work collaboratively with the Team Leader (Planned) to ensure resilience across both reactive and planned works delivery for the whole estate Assist in developing long-term repairs and maintenance strategies; researching and applying professional and technical judgement to implement agreed delivery plans Work with partner contractors to provide a responsive day-to-day repairs service for tenants, leaseholders, and customers; meeting performance targets within budget Ensure appropriate consultation is undertaken with leaseholders in line with the Landlord and Tenant Acts and other relevant legislation Work with Contracts Officers to provide technical expertise in the production of specifications and ongoing contractor management for repairs and maintenance contracts Deliver procurement efficiencies and value for money; using technical expertise to inform specification writing and scope of works in compliance with statutory obligations and sector best practice Manage the voids process (property element) to ensure turnaround times and quality meet targets; working with Housing Management and contractors to develop improved working practices What We're Looking For Knowledge: Major legislation and issues affecting local government; social housing and operational property maintenance Best practice across these functions within a similar environment or local authority Compliance and statutory landlord obligations and their effect upon buildings; engineering services; trades; operations; materials and construction Experience: Managing repairs and maintenance services within the public sector; social housing; or a similar operating environment Collating and analysing information for reports to councillors; residents; and other stakeholders Developing; leading; mentoring; and motivating successful individuals and teams within an environment of change Skills: Managing multiple projects effectively and prioritising in response to changing deadlines Exercising sound judgement in decision making; analysing problems; separating symptoms from causes; and identifying short and long-term solutions Strong communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly to a wide range of audiences Setting and monitoring measurable performance targets Building and maintaining effective working relationships with staff; partners; tenants; and stakeholders A good level of IT competency across Microsoft 365; Google Workspace; and other service-based software systems Qualifications: Membership of the Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (MCIBSE) or the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) A broad knowledge of buildings and building engineering services; trades; operations; materials; and construction If this sounds like your next move, get in touch to find out more or apply now. About Marks Consulting Partners Marks Consulting Partners is a specialist public sector recruitment consultancy with over a decade of experience placing exceptional talent across Property Services; Housing Services; General Practice; Town Planning; Regeneration and Development; and Building Consultancy. With 267 public sector clients; a 96% repeat business rate; and a 100% client recommendation rate; we are proud to be trusted partners to the organisations we work with.
May 21, 2026
Seasonal
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Team Leader to join a busy Facilities Management function within a public sector organisation. Reporting to the Lead Assets Works Delivery Manager, you'll take ownership of day-to-day repairs delivery across a large and varied estate; leading a dedicated team and working closely with planned works colleagues, contractors, and leaseholders. The Role Lead the reactive works delivery team to ensure repairs are delivered on time, to budget, and to agreed standards across the estate; maintaining compliance with statutory obligations and sector best practice throughout Work collaboratively with the Team Leader (Planned) to ensure resilience across both reactive and planned works delivery for the whole estate Assist in developing long-term repairs and maintenance strategies; researching and applying professional and technical judgement to implement agreed delivery plans Work with partner contractors to provide a responsive day-to-day repairs service for tenants, leaseholders, and customers; meeting performance targets within budget Ensure appropriate consultation is undertaken with leaseholders in line with the Landlord and Tenant Acts and other relevant legislation Work with Contracts Officers to provide technical expertise in the production of specifications and ongoing contractor management for repairs and maintenance contracts Deliver procurement efficiencies and value for money; using technical expertise to inform specification writing and scope of works in compliance with statutory obligations and sector best practice Manage the voids process (property element) to ensure turnaround times and quality meet targets; working with Housing Management and contractors to develop improved working practices What We're Looking For Knowledge: Major legislation and issues affecting local government; social housing and operational property maintenance Best practice across these functions within a similar environment or local authority Compliance and statutory landlord obligations and their effect upon buildings; engineering services; trades; operations; materials and construction Experience: Managing repairs and maintenance services within the public sector; social housing; or a similar operating environment Collating and analysing information for reports to councillors; residents; and other stakeholders Developing; leading; mentoring; and motivating successful individuals and teams within an environment of change Skills: Managing multiple projects effectively and prioritising in response to changing deadlines Exercising sound judgement in decision making; analysing problems; separating symptoms from causes; and identifying short and long-term solutions Strong communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly to a wide range of audiences Setting and monitoring measurable performance targets Building and maintaining effective working relationships with staff; partners; tenants; and stakeholders A good level of IT competency across Microsoft 365; Google Workspace; and other service-based software systems Qualifications: Membership of the Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (MCIBSE) or the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) A broad knowledge of buildings and building engineering services; trades; operations; materials; and construction If this sounds like your next move, get in touch to find out more or apply now. About Marks Consulting Partners Marks Consulting Partners is a specialist public sector recruitment consultancy with over a decade of experience placing exceptional talent across Property Services; Housing Services; General Practice; Town Planning; Regeneration and Development; and Building Consultancy. With 267 public sector clients; a 96% repeat business rate; and a 100% client recommendation rate; we are proud to be trusted partners to the organisations we work with.
A leading Private Credit fund is growing, and looking for a projects lead to join the Product Development team. This is a new role based on growth. The business has matured over the last 10 years and is now offering more products to existing clients. As these products come on line a project manager is needed to liaise with multiple teams to ensure the go live runs to time and all departments from finance, legal, regulatory, operations, investor relations and portfolio management are aligned. This role is based full time in the Mayfair, London office and you will be part of a small high performing team with significant exposure to the most senior levels of the firm. The role is expected to be at the Associate Director or Director (equivalent to senior associate or VP against other firms in the market) You will have Commensurate number of years of relevant work experience (in product development, Investor relations, finance, or other similar roles within private debt preferably, otherwise alternative asset management more generally). CFA/ACA or similar preferred Very strong organisational and project management skills with a high level of attention to detail. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player. You must be able to establish and maintain good relationships and work effectively with others Right to work in the UK without sponsorship Role responsibilities Managing development pipeline of new strategies, funds, SMAs and support of overall product development initiatives. Coordinating across internal and external counterparties regarding fund set up specifically regarding legal, accounting, tax, regulatory etc. Become a subject matter expert on current fund offerings, strategies, fund mechanics and firmwide approach Updates and appropriate escalation to senior management (COO, CFO, Chief Commercial Officer etc.) on progress with ongoing product launches Providing support to Business Development (Sales) team on specific product queries Supporting the Client Services team in originating and coordinating written responses to current or prospect investors on more complex questions on new fund launches, new capital raising efforts and existing fund status/performance Collaborating with team members on strategic and ad-hoc projects
May 21, 2026
Full time
A leading Private Credit fund is growing, and looking for a projects lead to join the Product Development team. This is a new role based on growth. The business has matured over the last 10 years and is now offering more products to existing clients. As these products come on line a project manager is needed to liaise with multiple teams to ensure the go live runs to time and all departments from finance, legal, regulatory, operations, investor relations and portfolio management are aligned. This role is based full time in the Mayfair, London office and you will be part of a small high performing team with significant exposure to the most senior levels of the firm. The role is expected to be at the Associate Director or Director (equivalent to senior associate or VP against other firms in the market) You will have Commensurate number of years of relevant work experience (in product development, Investor relations, finance, or other similar roles within private debt preferably, otherwise alternative asset management more generally). CFA/ACA or similar preferred Very strong organisational and project management skills with a high level of attention to detail. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player. You must be able to establish and maintain good relationships and work effectively with others Right to work in the UK without sponsorship Role responsibilities Managing development pipeline of new strategies, funds, SMAs and support of overall product development initiatives. Coordinating across internal and external counterparties regarding fund set up specifically regarding legal, accounting, tax, regulatory etc. Become a subject matter expert on current fund offerings, strategies, fund mechanics and firmwide approach Updates and appropriate escalation to senior management (COO, CFO, Chief Commercial Officer etc.) on progress with ongoing product launches Providing support to Business Development (Sales) team on specific product queries Supporting the Client Services team in originating and coordinating written responses to current or prospect investors on more complex questions on new fund launches, new capital raising efforts and existing fund status/performance Collaborating with team members on strategic and ad-hoc projects
Role : Commercial Officer - SC Contract Length: 120 days initially Location : Croydon, Liverpool or Manchester (3 days/week on site - whichever is closest) IR35 : Inside Rate: £550/day Security Clearance: SC Minimum Requirement: Public sector procurement Contract Management Security Clearance: SC Deliverables include: market engagement - planning; identification of required documents and their authors; recommendations; and engaging suppliers under a CCS Framework. procurement - production of documents needed for: the Invitation to Tender; commercial approvals; contract award and contract management. Contract Management Commercial advice, guidance, support and point of escalation for BAU contracts. Enablers provide common services across the organisation. Enterprise Services (ES) provision common IT services across the organisation. Both areas have contracts expiring that require re-procurement along with contract / commercial support for BAU contracted services. Enablers are looking to re-procure their CRM solution and ES are looking to re-procure a number of services including MS Teams External Calling; Contact Centre Services and our Device Support contract. We require an experienced Commercial Manage to support Enables and Enterprise Services including without limitation, the following deliverables: Market engagement - planning; identification of required documents and their authors; recommendations; and engaging suppliers under a CCS Framework. Procurement - production of documents needed for: the Invitation to Tender; commercial approvals; contract award and contract management. Contract Management Commercial advice, guidance, support and point of escalation for BAU contracts. Essential skills and experience: Experience of leading the procurement, through re-opened competition, call-off contracts for Information Technology (IT) from Crown Commercial Service (CCS) framework agreements, as part of a multi-disciplinary team within a project or programme that is governed by one or more Boards Experience of working in multi-disciplinary Buyer teams on market engagement that involved: persuading stakeholders and team colleagues of the value of market engagement, factoring in their reasonable observations and feeding back how market engagement had been adapted. identifying compliant opportunities to identify the team s key information requirements from the market and the team s key messages for the market through, as appropriate: development and application of questionnaires, with review of responses and identification of related actions; iterative sharing of draft documentation; running broadcast events and one-to-one events; and / or other means of market engagement. Experience of involving the incumbent in market engagement in a way that: recognises the incumbent s possible role as a bidder but also mitigates the risk that the incumbent is seen to have a material unfair advantage over other potential bidders. applies contractual obligations to ensure timely provision of data about current service provision such as incumbent s data on assets and personnel (to support other potential bidders assessment of risk against regulations for Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) (TUPE). recognises the incumbent s role in transition from one contract to another, and potentially the incumbent s role in transition from one supplier to another. Experience of working with a legal advisor to understand and mitigate risks and issues relating to procurement regulations Experience of working with the incumbent and a legal advisor to obtain information that can be shared with potential bidders to help them to assess TUPE risk Skill in persuading stakeholders and team colleagues to acknowledge and accommodate commercial perspective in writing, though informal discussion and by attending Board meetings, achieved by using language stakeholders and team colleagues understand in respect of risks and issues pertaining to time, quality, cost, governance and compliance Skill in listening to or reading written communications from stakeholders and team colleagues who may have low commercial awareness; identifying and then discussing with them the commercial matters, including regulatory compliance, that are implicit in what they are saying or writing but which they may not have recognised Skill in briefing legal advisors when seeking advice about matters that may be hazardous in respect of compliance with the public sector regulatory framework for procurement, including: identifying the points where specific legal advice is wanted, providing the background material legal advisors will want, and being able to discuss the matters verbally with them so they appreciate what advice is needed Skill in resolving differences between parties by finding pragmatic solutions, ideally on the basis of applying reasonable principles accepted by the parties and that are in the Buyer s interest Skill in developing and applying a supplier perspective to market engagement including identification of possible concerns from potential bidders about risk transfer from the buyer to a supplier, and managing these concerns in writing, and verbally at market engagement events Desirable skills and experience: Experience in identifying and checking relevant government guidance (eg playbooks) for ideas and potential weaknesses in a market engagement approach, by considering the relevance of the guidance to the specific market engagement and the feasibility of applying the guidance Experience of procuring, through re-opened competition, call-off contracts for Information Technology To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed) Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us on (phone number removed). We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know.
May 20, 2026
Contractor
Role : Commercial Officer - SC Contract Length: 120 days initially Location : Croydon, Liverpool or Manchester (3 days/week on site - whichever is closest) IR35 : Inside Rate: £550/day Security Clearance: SC Minimum Requirement: Public sector procurement Contract Management Security Clearance: SC Deliverables include: market engagement - planning; identification of required documents and their authors; recommendations; and engaging suppliers under a CCS Framework. procurement - production of documents needed for: the Invitation to Tender; commercial approvals; contract award and contract management. Contract Management Commercial advice, guidance, support and point of escalation for BAU contracts. Enablers provide common services across the organisation. Enterprise Services (ES) provision common IT services across the organisation. Both areas have contracts expiring that require re-procurement along with contract / commercial support for BAU contracted services. Enablers are looking to re-procure their CRM solution and ES are looking to re-procure a number of services including MS Teams External Calling; Contact Centre Services and our Device Support contract. We require an experienced Commercial Manage to support Enables and Enterprise Services including without limitation, the following deliverables: Market engagement - planning; identification of required documents and their authors; recommendations; and engaging suppliers under a CCS Framework. Procurement - production of documents needed for: the Invitation to Tender; commercial approvals; contract award and contract management. Contract Management Commercial advice, guidance, support and point of escalation for BAU contracts. Essential skills and experience: Experience of leading the procurement, through re-opened competition, call-off contracts for Information Technology (IT) from Crown Commercial Service (CCS) framework agreements, as part of a multi-disciplinary team within a project or programme that is governed by one or more Boards Experience of working in multi-disciplinary Buyer teams on market engagement that involved: persuading stakeholders and team colleagues of the value of market engagement, factoring in their reasonable observations and feeding back how market engagement had been adapted. identifying compliant opportunities to identify the team s key information requirements from the market and the team s key messages for the market through, as appropriate: development and application of questionnaires, with review of responses and identification of related actions; iterative sharing of draft documentation; running broadcast events and one-to-one events; and / or other means of market engagement. Experience of involving the incumbent in market engagement in a way that: recognises the incumbent s possible role as a bidder but also mitigates the risk that the incumbent is seen to have a material unfair advantage over other potential bidders. applies contractual obligations to ensure timely provision of data about current service provision such as incumbent s data on assets and personnel (to support other potential bidders assessment of risk against regulations for Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) (TUPE). recognises the incumbent s role in transition from one contract to another, and potentially the incumbent s role in transition from one supplier to another. Experience of working with a legal advisor to understand and mitigate risks and issues relating to procurement regulations Experience of working with the incumbent and a legal advisor to obtain information that can be shared with potential bidders to help them to assess TUPE risk Skill in persuading stakeholders and team colleagues to acknowledge and accommodate commercial perspective in writing, though informal discussion and by attending Board meetings, achieved by using language stakeholders and team colleagues understand in respect of risks and issues pertaining to time, quality, cost, governance and compliance Skill in listening to or reading written communications from stakeholders and team colleagues who may have low commercial awareness; identifying and then discussing with them the commercial matters, including regulatory compliance, that are implicit in what they are saying or writing but which they may not have recognised Skill in briefing legal advisors when seeking advice about matters that may be hazardous in respect of compliance with the public sector regulatory framework for procurement, including: identifying the points where specific legal advice is wanted, providing the background material legal advisors will want, and being able to discuss the matters verbally with them so they appreciate what advice is needed Skill in resolving differences between parties by finding pragmatic solutions, ideally on the basis of applying reasonable principles accepted by the parties and that are in the Buyer s interest Skill in developing and applying a supplier perspective to market engagement including identification of possible concerns from potential bidders about risk transfer from the buyer to a supplier, and managing these concerns in writing, and verbally at market engagement events Desirable skills and experience: Experience in identifying and checking relevant government guidance (eg playbooks) for ideas and potential weaknesses in a market engagement approach, by considering the relevance of the guidance to the specific market engagement and the feasibility of applying the guidance Experience of procuring, through re-opened competition, call-off contracts for Information Technology To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed) Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us on (phone number removed). We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know.
Your new company Hays are working on an exciting new role for an organisation in Lichfield working as a Property Administrator. This role plays a key role in providing comprehensive administrative, financial, and coordination support across the Projects and Property function. This position supports a range of workstreams including asset management, capital projects, facilities management, and temporary accommodation. The role ensures accurate financial administration, effective reporting, and consistent support to managers across the service. Your new role Duties would include: Maintain and update the Tenancy Schedule, and associated records. Provide ongoing support to the Estates Senior Surveyor and Estates Technical Officer. Attend meetings (in person and via Microsoft Teams) and provide administrative support as required. Monitor and respond to enquiries via the shared property inbox. Raise purchase orders. Conduct monthly rent checks and ensure accuracy of records. Manage Estates credit card statements and associated processes. Liaise with utility providers on behalf of council properties. Support the Facilities team with workload tracking and reporting (e.g. spreadsheets). Provide general support across workplace and property-related functions as needed. Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, contractors, and tenants. Compliance, Values & Governance. Promote and uphold organisational values, maintaining high standards of conduct and behaviour in line with the Code of Conduct. Contribute to safeguarding practices, ensuring the protection of vulnerable individuals. Deliver services that reflect the diverse needs of the local community and support equality and inclusion policies. Adopt a proactive approach to health and safety across all areas of responsibility. Work effectively within a political or public sector environment, demonstrating adaptability and professionalism. What you'll need to succeed Minimum of 5 years' experience in an administrative or support role. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Experience retrieving, analysing, and presenting data. Experience within a commercial or corporate property environment. Understanding of property plans. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines. Strong attention to detail, particularly in financial and data-related tasks. Ability to interpret contractor or tenant reports and prioritise workloads accordingly. Proactive approach with the confidence to suggest improvements or new ways of working. Ability to work effectively in a politically sensitive environment 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 about 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
May 20, 2026
Full time
Your new company Hays are working on an exciting new role for an organisation in Lichfield working as a Property Administrator. This role plays a key role in providing comprehensive administrative, financial, and coordination support across the Projects and Property function. This position supports a range of workstreams including asset management, capital projects, facilities management, and temporary accommodation. The role ensures accurate financial administration, effective reporting, and consistent support to managers across the service. Your new role Duties would include: Maintain and update the Tenancy Schedule, and associated records. Provide ongoing support to the Estates Senior Surveyor and Estates Technical Officer. Attend meetings (in person and via Microsoft Teams) and provide administrative support as required. Monitor and respond to enquiries via the shared property inbox. Raise purchase orders. Conduct monthly rent checks and ensure accuracy of records. Manage Estates credit card statements and associated processes. Liaise with utility providers on behalf of council properties. Support the Facilities team with workload tracking and reporting (e.g. spreadsheets). Provide general support across workplace and property-related functions as needed. Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, contractors, and tenants. Compliance, Values & Governance. Promote and uphold organisational values, maintaining high standards of conduct and behaviour in line with the Code of Conduct. Contribute to safeguarding practices, ensuring the protection of vulnerable individuals. Deliver services that reflect the diverse needs of the local community and support equality and inclusion policies. Adopt a proactive approach to health and safety across all areas of responsibility. Work effectively within a political or public sector environment, demonstrating adaptability and professionalism. What you'll need to succeed Minimum of 5 years' experience in an administrative or support role. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Experience retrieving, analysing, and presenting data. Experience within a commercial or corporate property environment. Understanding of property plans. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines. Strong attention to detail, particularly in financial and data-related tasks. Ability to interpret contractor or tenant reports and prioritise workloads accordingly. Proactive approach with the confidence to suggest improvements or new ways of working. Ability to work effectively in a politically sensitive environment 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 about 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
Role : Commercial Officer - SC Contract Length: 120 days initially Location : Croydon, Liverpool or Manchester (3 days/week on site - whichever is closest) IR35 : Inside Rate: £550/day Security Clearance: SC Minimum Requirement: Public sector procurement Contract Management Security Clearance: SC Deliverables include: market engagement - planning; identification of required documents and their authors; recommendations; and engaging suppliers under a CCS Framework. procurement - production of documents needed for: the Invitation to Tender; commercial approvals; contract award and contract management. Contract Management - Commercial advice, guidance, support and point of escalation for BAU contracts. Enablers provide common services across the organisation. Enterprise Services (ES) provision common IT services across the organisation. Both areas have contracts expiring that require re-procurement along with contract/commercial support for BAU contracted services. Enablers are looking to re-procure their CRM solution and ES are looking to re-procure a number of services including MS Teams External Calling; Contact Centre Services and our Device Support contract. We require an experienced Commercial Manage to support Enables and Enterprise Services including without limitation, the following deliverables: Market engagement - planning; identification of required documents and their authors; recommendations; and engaging suppliers under a CCS Framework. Procurement - production of documents needed for: the Invitation to Tender; commercial approvals; contract award and contract management. Contract Management - Commercial advice, guidance, support and point of escalation for BAU contracts. Essential skills and experience: Experience of leading the procurement, through re-opened competition, call-off contracts for Information Technology (IT) from Crown Commercial Service (CCS) framework agreements, as part of a multi-disciplinary team within a project or programme that is governed by one or more Boards Experience of working in multi-disciplinary Buyer teams on market engagement that involved: persuading stakeholders and team colleagues of the value of market engagement, factoring in their reasonable observations and feeding back how market engagement had been adapted. identifying compliant opportunities to identify the team's key information requirements from the market and the team's key messages for the market through, as appropriate: development and application of questionnaires, with review of responses and identification of related actions; iterative sharing of draft documentation; running broadcast events and one-to-one events; and/or other means of market engagement. Experience of involving the incumbent in market engagement in a way that: recognises the incumbent's possible role as a bidder but also mitigates the risk that the incumbent is seen to have a material unfair advantage over other potential bidders. applies contractual obligations to ensure timely provision of data about current service provision such as incumbent's data on assets and personnel (to support other potential bidders' assessment of risk against regulations for Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) (TUPE). recognises the incumbent's role in transition from one contract to another, and potentially the incumbent's role in transition from one supplier to another. Experience of working with a legal advisor to understand and mitigate risks and issues relating to procurement regulations Experience of working with the incumbent and a legal advisor to obtain information that can be shared with potential bidders to help them to assess TUPE risk Skill in persuading stakeholders and team colleagues to acknowledge and accommodate commercial perspective in writing, though informal discussion and by attending Board meetings, achieved by using language stakeholders and team colleagues understand in respect of risks and issues pertaining to time, quality, cost, governance and compliance Skill in listening to or reading written communications from stakeholders and team colleagues who may have low commercial awareness; identifying and then discussing with them the commercial matters, including regulatory compliance, that are implicit in what they are saying or writing but which they may not have recognised Skill in briefing legal advisors when seeking advice about matters that may be hazardous in respect of compliance with the public sector regulatory framework for procurement, including: identifying the points where specific legal advice is wanted, providing the background material legal advisors will want, and being able to discuss the matters verbally with them so they appreciate what advice is needed Skill in resolving differences between parties by finding pragmatic solutions, ideally on the basis of applying reasonable principles accepted by the parties and that are in the Buyer's interest Skill in developing and applying a supplier perspective to market engagement including identification of possible concerns from potential bidders about risk transfer from the buyer to a supplier, and managing these concerns in writing, and verbally at market engagement events Desirable skills and experience: Experience in identifying and checking relevant government guidance (eg playbooks) for ideas and potential weaknesses in a market engagement approach, by considering the relevance of the guidance to the specific market engagement and the feasibility of applying the guidance Experience of procuring, through re-opened competition, call-off contracts for Information Technology To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us We will be in touch to discus
May 20, 2026
Contractor
Role : Commercial Officer - SC Contract Length: 120 days initially Location : Croydon, Liverpool or Manchester (3 days/week on site - whichever is closest) IR35 : Inside Rate: £550/day Security Clearance: SC Minimum Requirement: Public sector procurement Contract Management Security Clearance: SC Deliverables include: market engagement - planning; identification of required documents and their authors; recommendations; and engaging suppliers under a CCS Framework. procurement - production of documents needed for: the Invitation to Tender; commercial approvals; contract award and contract management. Contract Management - Commercial advice, guidance, support and point of escalation for BAU contracts. Enablers provide common services across the organisation. Enterprise Services (ES) provision common IT services across the organisation. Both areas have contracts expiring that require re-procurement along with contract/commercial support for BAU contracted services. Enablers are looking to re-procure their CRM solution and ES are looking to re-procure a number of services including MS Teams External Calling; Contact Centre Services and our Device Support contract. We require an experienced Commercial Manage to support Enables and Enterprise Services including without limitation, the following deliverables: Market engagement - planning; identification of required documents and their authors; recommendations; and engaging suppliers under a CCS Framework. Procurement - production of documents needed for: the Invitation to Tender; commercial approvals; contract award and contract management. Contract Management - Commercial advice, guidance, support and point of escalation for BAU contracts. Essential skills and experience: Experience of leading the procurement, through re-opened competition, call-off contracts for Information Technology (IT) from Crown Commercial Service (CCS) framework agreements, as part of a multi-disciplinary team within a project or programme that is governed by one or more Boards Experience of working in multi-disciplinary Buyer teams on market engagement that involved: persuading stakeholders and team colleagues of the value of market engagement, factoring in their reasonable observations and feeding back how market engagement had been adapted. identifying compliant opportunities to identify the team's key information requirements from the market and the team's key messages for the market through, as appropriate: development and application of questionnaires, with review of responses and identification of related actions; iterative sharing of draft documentation; running broadcast events and one-to-one events; and/or other means of market engagement. Experience of involving the incumbent in market engagement in a way that: recognises the incumbent's possible role as a bidder but also mitigates the risk that the incumbent is seen to have a material unfair advantage over other potential bidders. applies contractual obligations to ensure timely provision of data about current service provision such as incumbent's data on assets and personnel (to support other potential bidders' assessment of risk against regulations for Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) (TUPE). recognises the incumbent's role in transition from one contract to another, and potentially the incumbent's role in transition from one supplier to another. Experience of working with a legal advisor to understand and mitigate risks and issues relating to procurement regulations Experience of working with the incumbent and a legal advisor to obtain information that can be shared with potential bidders to help them to assess TUPE risk Skill in persuading stakeholders and team colleagues to acknowledge and accommodate commercial perspective in writing, though informal discussion and by attending Board meetings, achieved by using language stakeholders and team colleagues understand in respect of risks and issues pertaining to time, quality, cost, governance and compliance Skill in listening to or reading written communications from stakeholders and team colleagues who may have low commercial awareness; identifying and then discussing with them the commercial matters, including regulatory compliance, that are implicit in what they are saying or writing but which they may not have recognised Skill in briefing legal advisors when seeking advice about matters that may be hazardous in respect of compliance with the public sector regulatory framework for procurement, including: identifying the points where specific legal advice is wanted, providing the background material legal advisors will want, and being able to discuss the matters verbally with them so they appreciate what advice is needed Skill in resolving differences between parties by finding pragmatic solutions, ideally on the basis of applying reasonable principles accepted by the parties and that are in the Buyer's interest Skill in developing and applying a supplier perspective to market engagement including identification of possible concerns from potential bidders about risk transfer from the buyer to a supplier, and managing these concerns in writing, and verbally at market engagement events Desirable skills and experience: Experience in identifying and checking relevant government guidance (eg playbooks) for ideas and potential weaknesses in a market engagement approach, by considering the relevance of the guidance to the specific market engagement and the feasibility of applying the guidance Experience of procuring, through re-opened competition, call-off contracts for Information Technology To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us We will be in touch to discus
Section 20 Project Officer Islington, London Temporary Full Time An excellent opportunity for an experienced Section 20 Project Officer to join a North London Housing Association, delivering statutory consultation processes across major works programmes. THE ROLE You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end Section 20 consultation process, ensuring legal compliance, clear communication and robust record-keeping across major works projects. Deliver full Section 20 consultation process including Notices of Intention, Estimates and Reasons Act as the main point of contact for leaseholders regarding major works, costs and processes Liaise with Asset Management, Property Services, surveyors and contractors to gather technical and financial information Prepare accurate, clear and legally compliant consultation documentation Manage and respond to leaseholder observations, queries and formal representations Maintain detailed and auditable records to mitigate risk and support tribunal defence Support resident engagement through meetings, drop-ins and written communications THE CANDIDATE The ideal candidate will have proven experience delivering Section 20 consultations within a Housing Association or Local Authority environment. Strong knowledge of leasehold legislation, particularly the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985 Experience working on major works or planned maintenance programmes Ability to interpret and communicate technical and financial information clearly Excellent written communication skills, including formal notices and correspondence Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail and stakeholder management THE CONTRACT WORKING HOURS Full Time LENGTH OF CONTRACT 6 Month Contract RATE The pay for the role is 24.87 per hour LTD company rate. The PAYE equivalent is 21.20 per hour, inclusive of holiday. HOW TO APPLY To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to (url removed) or call on (phone number removed) to discuss the role in more detail! If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a 250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!
May 20, 2026
Contractor
Section 20 Project Officer Islington, London Temporary Full Time An excellent opportunity for an experienced Section 20 Project Officer to join a North London Housing Association, delivering statutory consultation processes across major works programmes. THE ROLE You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end Section 20 consultation process, ensuring legal compliance, clear communication and robust record-keeping across major works projects. Deliver full Section 20 consultation process including Notices of Intention, Estimates and Reasons Act as the main point of contact for leaseholders regarding major works, costs and processes Liaise with Asset Management, Property Services, surveyors and contractors to gather technical and financial information Prepare accurate, clear and legally compliant consultation documentation Manage and respond to leaseholder observations, queries and formal representations Maintain detailed and auditable records to mitigate risk and support tribunal defence Support resident engagement through meetings, drop-ins and written communications THE CANDIDATE The ideal candidate will have proven experience delivering Section 20 consultations within a Housing Association or Local Authority environment. Strong knowledge of leasehold legislation, particularly the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985 Experience working on major works or planned maintenance programmes Ability to interpret and communicate technical and financial information clearly Excellent written communication skills, including formal notices and correspondence Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail and stakeholder management THE CONTRACT WORKING HOURS Full Time LENGTH OF CONTRACT 6 Month Contract RATE The pay for the role is 24.87 per hour LTD company rate. The PAYE equivalent is 21.20 per hour, inclusive of holiday. HOW TO APPLY To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to (url removed) or call on (phone number removed) to discuss the role in more detail! If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a 250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!