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<li>26% of participants received a pay rise in the last 6 months</li>
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<h2>New Homes Sales Consultant (£80k+) - Buckinghamshire | Self-Employed Estate Agent Opportunity</h2>Ever thought: "I could earn more if I did this my way"?This could be the right fit for you.<h2>The Opportunity</h2>If you're an experienced Estate Agent, Senior Sales Negotiator or New Homes Sales Consultant who knows you're a strong biller in residential property sales, but feels restricted by a basic salary, capped commission structure, or someone else's system - this is worth a look.This is a self-employed property sales opportunity within an established new homes sales operation across Milton Keynes and Buckinghamshire.<h2>What you'll have</h2><ul><li>Total flexibility to manage your own diary, working hours and appointments.</li><li>Access to buyer enquiries, leads, and a live property database.</li><li>Active new build developments already being marketed (no cold start in residential sales).</li><li>Backing of an established brand while running your own commission-based sales desk.</li><li>Uncapped earnings potential (realistically £80k+) through new homes sales and deal conversion.</li></ul>Most importantly, your time is yours.<ul><li>No weekends stuck on site</li><li>No capped commission</li><li>No ceiling on your earnings</li></ul><h2>Who this suits</h2>This will suit an experienced estate agent / property sales professional who:<ul><li>Has a proven track record in residential sales or new homes sales.</li><li>Is tired of weekend rota's, branch constraints, or rigid working structures.</li><li>Is comfortable working in a self-employed, performance-based environment.</li><li>Feels their current role limits their earning potential or commission structure.</li><li>Wants full control over their pipeline, diary and lead generation.</li><li>Is confident in negotiation, lead conversion and closing property deals.</li></ul><h2>Location</h2>Roles based across: Milton Keynes | Buckinghamshire | surrounding MK &amp; Bucks areas<h2>Apply</h2>If you're a high-performing estate agent, new homes consultant or property sales professional looking for a more flexible, uncapped earning opportunity in residential sales: apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.

New Homes Sales Consultant (£80k+) Buckinghamshire - Self-Employed 

On behalf of a leading student accommodation provider, we're looking for a practical and well-organised Maintenance Operative to join their on-site team on a fixed-term contract, with strong potential for a permanent role.You'll be an essential part of the day-to-day operations, carrying out general repairs, supporting compliance routines, and ensuring residents enjoy a well-maintained, safe, and welcoming environment. This is a visible, service-focused role, blending technical work with great customer interaction.This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in keeping buildings in top shape, enjoys a hands-on mix of maintenance, safety checks, and coordination, and is keen to progress in the property or facilities management sector.Key Responsibilities:Repairs &amp; Maintenance<ul><li>Handle minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks (e.g. fixing leaks, replacing bulbs, adjusting doors)</li><li>Keep communal areas and apartments in good repair, including seasonal external upkeep</li><li>Assist with refurbishment projects and HVAC maintenance (e.g. filter checks, diagnostics)</li><li>Monitor and supervise contractors to ensure quality and compliance</li></ul>Routine Checks &amp; Site Duties<ul><li>Inspect plant equipment, fire escapes, emergency lights, and security features</li><li>Secure restricted areas (risers, stores, cupboards) daily</li><li>Maintain clean bin stores and clear litter around the property</li><li>Record temperature checks and perform weekly/monthly compliance routines</li><li>Escalate faults and support the Assistant Manager with daily tasks</li></ul>Facilities Support &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Coordinate appointments with residents and contractors; respond to email requests</li><li>Maintain digital task logs and inspection records</li><li>Conduct compliance checks and upload reports to internal systems</li><li>Promote and uphold health and safety standards in all tasks</li></ul>Teamwork &amp; Service<ul><li>Deliver excellent customer service with a professional, approachable attitude</li><li>Work closely with colleagues and support wider team goals</li><li>Contribute to a culture of safety, learning, and high standards</li><li>Stay proactive with training and process improvements</li></ul>What You'll Bring:Essential<ul><li>Background in property maintenance or facilities roles</li><li>Reliable, well-organised, with strong communication and time-management skills</li><li>Confident with day-to-day building systems (basic electrics, plumbing, general repair)</li><li>Experience using digital tools and systems for task tracking</li><li>Friendly and professional with a focus on service</li><li>Fluent in English and eligible to work in the UK</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Relevant trade qualification (NVQ or similar) in plumbing, electrics, or general maintenance</li><li>Experience with preventative maintenance scheduling</li><li>First aid, fire marshal, or H&amp;S certifications (or willingness to obtain)</li></ul>Details:<ul><li>Location: Elephant &amp; Castle, London</li><li>Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday</li></ul>This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-regarded residential brand, develop your skills, and build a long-term future in the facilities sector.

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<h1>Health &amp; Safety Director</h1>London, UK * Permanent, Full-Time * We're working with a leading property developer on an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned Health &amp; Safety Director to join their team in London. This is a high-impact, senior role at the heart of a major transformation journey - an exciting chance to genuinely shape safety culture across a fast-growing, award-winning business. If you're an experienced H&amp;S leader who thrives on driving real change and making safety something people believe in - not just comply with - this could be the role for you. <h2>The Opportunity</h2> This isn't just a compliance role. Reporting directly to the Group Managing Director, you'll be the driving force behind an ambitious safety leadership strategy - collaborating closely with the Construction Director to embed a positive, proactive H&amp;S culture across the whole business. You'll lead the wellbeing agenda, deliver meaningful performance insights to the Board, and champion a mindset shift that positions Health &amp; Safety as a genuine business value - not just a tick-box exercise. <h2>What You'll Be Doing</h2> <ul><li>Setting the strategic direction for health, safety &amp; wellbeing across the group</li><li>Collaborating with the Construction Director to develop and implement an effective H&amp;S leadership strategy</li><li>Designing and delivering a cultural change programme that embeds positive behaviours at every level</li><li>Leading the wellbeing agenda, including mental health first aid and workforce engagement programmes</li><li>Presenting informed safety performance data to the Board to guide decision-making</li><li>Ensuring ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certification is maintained and audits are completed on schedule</li><li>Overseeing fire door inspections, fire risk assessments, asbestos surveys, and building safety compliance</li><li>Developing KPIs and improvement plans to drive proactive H&amp;S performance</li><li>Building and maintaining a competent H&amp;S team capable of meeting current and future business demands</li><li>Acting as ambassador and role model for the safety function - selling a new way of thinking</li></ul> <h2>What We're Looking For</h2> <ul><li>Minimum 10 years' experience in a senior H&amp;S leadership role</li><li>Proven track record in construction, refurbishment, and development environments</li><li>Degree / NEBOSH / NCRQ Diploma or NVQ Level 5 (or equivalent)</li><li>Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH) - essential</li><li>A confident communicator who can influence at all levels, from site teams to the boardroom</li><li>A strategic thinker with the drive to build something lasting</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook</li></ul> <h2>Why This Role?</h2> This is a rare opportunity to step into a Director-level position where your impact will be immediate and visible. You'll have the backing of senior leadership, a team to develop, and the freedom to shape strategy - all within a business that's serious about changing how safety is led. The package includes company pension, private medical insurance, income protection, life assurance, gym benefit, workplace nursery benefit, technology benefit, holiday buy &amp; sell, charity leave, cycle to work, eyecare vouchers, and an Employee Assistance Programme. <h2>Interested?</h2> If this sounds like the challenge you've been looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with your CV and a brief note on what draws you to this role.

Health and Safety Director- Mixed Use Developer

We're working exclusively with a fast-growing residential property organisation on a Building Safety Facilities Manager role.It's a 6-month fixed-term contract but with potential to go permanent as the business scales significantly later this year. What they need: ✅ Strong FM or property management background - someone who understands how residential buildings actually operate ✅ Hands-on contractor and consultant management experience ✅ Working knowledge of building safety compliance and the Building Safety Act 2022 (formal qualification not required, but solid grounding essential)The role itself is a brilliant mix - site visits, audit management, action plan delivery, regulator liaison, and strategic input at senior level. You'll be working across a high-rise BTR/PBSA portfolio during an active period of building safety regulatory engagement.The ideal profile isn't a box-ticker. It's someone with strong project/programme management instincts who can independently own and drive workstreams, collaborate with site teams, and hold partners to account.📍 London | 💰 £60-70k pro rata | 🗓️ Start ASAP

Building Safety Facilities Manager

Senior Sales Negotiator - Greenwich £35,000 Basic | £70,000 OTEAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced New Homes Sales Negotiator to join a leading developer on one of London's most high-profile riverside developments in Greenwich.We are looking for a polished, proactive and commercially driven individual who is confident selling a premium product and delivering an exceptional customer experience. The scheme offers high-end amenities and a strong lifestyle-led proposition, so this role would suit someone who genuinely believes in the value of luxury living and can confidently sell at higher price points.The Role<ul><li>Selling luxury new homes on a landmark riverside development</li><li>Managing the customer journey from initial enquiry through to exchange</li><li>Delivering a consultative and professional sales approach</li><li>Working closely with the Sales Manager and wider team</li></ul>What We're Looking For<ul><li>Minimum two year previous New Homes sales experience essential</li><li>Well-presented, switched on and highly motivated</li><li>Strong communication and relationship-building skills</li><li>Experienced selling premium homes in a competitive London market</li></ul>Hours<ul><li>5 days per week</li><li>Monday - Friday: 9:30am - 6pm</li><li>1 in 2 Saturdays: 10am - 5pm</li><li>No Sunday working</li></ul>If you are looking to join a high-performing team on a standout London development, apply now for a confidential discussion.

Senior New Homes Sales Consultant - London

<h3>The role</h3>You'll lead and manage the on-site maintenance team, delegating and supervising daily operations, ensuring all statutory obligations are met, and that planned preventative maintenance and remedial works are completed to the required standard.<h3>What you'll be doing</h3><ul><li>Lead the maintenance team, delegating and supervising daily operations</li><li>Oversee inspections, repairs, and general upkeep of apartments and communal areas</li><li>Ensure statutory obligations and compliance requirements are met</li><li>Manage planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) and remedial works</li><li>Oversee all resident-reported maintenance, ensuring timely and high-quality resolution</li><li>Maintain accurate records and documentation of all maintenance activity</li><li>Deliver exceptional customer service and create a safe, well-maintained environment for residents</li></ul><h3>About you</h3><ul><li>Proven experience in a facilities or maintenance management role</li><li>Strong customer service skills in a resident-facing environment</li><li>Excellent written and spoken English</li><li>Strong IT skills including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook</li><li>Excellent relationship-building skills with both residents and team members</li><li>Organised, efficient, and an excellent communicator</li><li>Professional, approachable, and able to lead with integrity</li><li>A proactive and collaborative team player</li></ul>

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