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Sales Manager - Residential DevelopmentPosition: Full-Time Location: East London Salary: Up to £45,000 basic + OTE £90,000 Working Pattern: Full-TimeAn exceptional opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and results-driven Sales Manager to join a leading property developer. This is a fantastic role offering outstanding earning potential with a competitive basic salary and generous commission structure.About the Role:As Sales Manager, you will be responsible for driving sales across a prestigious residential development, managing the sales process from initial enquiry through to completion. You'll be the face of the development, building relationships with potential buyers and delivering exceptional customer service throughout their home-buying journey.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage and drive sales across the development, achieving and exceeding sales targets</li><li>Conduct viewings of show homes and available properties</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective buyers, solicitors, and mortgage advisors</li><li>Negotiate offers and manage the sales progression process through to completion</li><li>Maintain accurate records using CRM systems and provide regular sales reports</li><li>Develop and implement effective sales strategies and marketing initiatives</li><li>Liaise with the developer's head office and wider sales team</li><li>Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company procedures</li><li>Provide outstanding customer service and aftercare</li></ul>What We're Looking For:<ul><li>Proven track record in new build property sales or estate agency</li><li>Strong negotiation and closing skills with a target-driven mindset</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities</li><li>Professional presentation and customer-focused approach</li><li>Self-motivated with the ability to work independently</li><li>Flexibility to work 1 in 4 weekends</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Basic salary up to £45,000</li><li>Uncapped commission with realistic OTE of £90,000</li><li>Working for a reputable and established developer</li><li>Excellent career progression opportunities</li><li>Comprehensive training and ongoing support</li></ul>This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading developer and achieve significant earnings while building your career in new homes sales.To Apply: Please submit your CV detailing your sales achievements and experience.We look forward to hearing from ambitious sales professionals ready to take the next step in their career.

Sales Manager - Residential Developer

Job Title: Prime Property ManagerLocation: Mayfair, LondonOverviewMy client is a globally recognised luxury real estate brand, synonymous with excellence, heritage, and discretion. With a presence in the world's most prestigious property markets, they represent exceptional homes and deliver a service defined by quality, integrity, and attention to detail. Their Mayfair office sits at the heart of Prime Central London, managing some of the capital's most desirable residential properties and serving a highly discerning international clientele.They are seeking an experienced and highly organised Prime Property Manager to oversee the day-to-day management of a luxury residential portfolio in Mayfair. This role requires a professional, detail-oriented individual who can deliver a consistently high level of service to both landlords and tenants while ensuring properties are maintained to exceptional standards.Key ResponsibilitiesTenant &amp; Occupier Management<ul><li>Act as the primary point of contact for tenants, managing enquiries and issues with professionalism and discretion</li><li>Manage the full tenancy lifecycle, including move-ins, renewals, and check-outs</li><li>Monitor rent collection, enforce lease terms, and manage arrears in a measured and effective manner</li></ul>Property Maintenance &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Oversee routine and reactive maintenance, repairs, and statutory inspections</li><li>Instruct and manage approved contractors, ensuring quality, value, and timely delivery</li><li>Ensure full compliance with all relevant health, safety, and legislative requirements</li></ul>Financial &amp; Portfolio Oversight<ul><li>Prepare and manage property budgets and service charge expenditure</li><li>Monitor costs and identify efficiencies without compromising standards</li><li>Produce regular reports covering occupancy, maintenance, and financial performance</li></ul>Administration &amp; Regulatory<ul><li>Maintain accurate property and tenancy records, including compliance documentation</li><li>Keep up to date with changes in legislation and best practice</li><li>Support initiatives aimed at minimising void periods and maintaining strong occupancy levels</li></ul>Skills &amp; Experience<ul><li>Proven experience managing prime or high-value residential property</li><li>Strong working knowledge of property legislation and compliance requirements</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities</li><li>Proficient in property management systems and Microsoft Office</li><li>Strong attention to detail and problem-solving capability</li><li>Confident managing budgets and financial reporting</li></ul>Key Benefits &amp; Perks include:<ul><li>Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum</li><li>Health &amp; Wellbeing: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision cover, alongside access to mental health and wellbeing support.</li><li>Financial &amp; Retirement: Pension/retirement scheme with employer contribution, supporting long-term financial planning.</li><li>Family &amp; Parenting: Enhanced parental leave and support for growing families.</li><li>Perks &amp; Lifestyle: Gym or wellness reimbursement, access to cultural institutions such as museums and galleries, and potential access to exclusive or specialist offerings.</li><li>Professional Development: Ongoing career development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, education assistance, and professional learning support.</li><li>Time Off: Generous annual leave allowance, alongside paid sick leave and public holidays.</li></ul>

Prime Property Manager

Senior Technical Coordinator / Design Manager East London | up to £70,000 + packageWe're working on behalf of a top-tier residential developer to appoint a Technical Coordinator / Design Manager into what is genuinely one of the most exciting long-term regeneration opportunities currently underway in London.This role sits within a £800m+ multi-phase masterplanned development delivering 1,800+ new homes, alongside commercial and community infrastructure.This is not a package-management role. You'll be the technical lead for a major phase, stepping into a scheme where early groundwork has been completed, with full construction works underway within 18 months. During that period, you'll be heavily involved in planning of future phases, design coordination and statutory processes.There is a clear route to Senior Technical leadership within 2 years for someone who proves themselves, ultimately overseeing multiple phases of the wider development.You can be based from any London site or head office initially, offering flexibility ahead of construction starting on site.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Leading the technical and design coordination for a major residential phase</li><li>Managing planning applications for future phases</li><li>Overseeing BSR submissions and statutory approvals</li><li>Coordinating consultants across architecture, structures, M&amp;E and fire</li><li>Managing sectional agreements and technical risk</li><li>Acting as the technical interface between internal teams and JV stakeholders</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Currently operating as a Senior Technical Coordinator or Design Manager</li><li>Strong experience on large residential or mixed-use schemes</li><li>Confident leading technical stages pre-construction</li><li>Solid knowledge of M&amp;E coordination, planning processes and BSR</li><li>Comfortable taking ownership rather than managing small packages</li></ul>Package<ul><li>£60,000 - £70,000 salary (DOE)</li><li>Car allowance</li><li>Paid Travel Pass</li><li>Bonus</li></ul>If you're looking for a role that combines scale, security and genuine career progression, this is one worth discussing.

Senior Technical Coordinator 

<div class="jd-section-employer"><div class="jd-description-text">Are you a hands-on, proactive finance professional looking for the next step in your career? We're looking for a Client Accountant to join a growing team and take ownership of a multi-site residential portfolio. This is not just a support role, you'll be empowered to manage, report and drive real financial insight across a diverse property portfolio.This is a 6 month Fixed Term Contract with high potential for permanent employment.What You'll Be Doing:Portfolio Management<ul><li>Take full ownership of a regional portfolio of residential sites - typically 4-5, depending on size.</li><li>Work closely with Operations, Finance, and Commercial teams to deliver accurate, timely, and meaningful financial insights.</li></ul>Monthly &amp; Quarterly Reporting<ul><li>Lead the creation of management packs, with commentary that brings the numbers to life.</li><li>Drive monthly forecasting and support budgeting processes across departments.</li><li>Deliver clear variance/trend analysis to help shape performance conversations with stakeholders.</li></ul>Site-Level Engagement<ul><li>Attend monthly meetings with site teams across UK wide portfolio.</li><li>Provide financial support and commentary to both internal external stakeholders.</li></ul>Day-to-Day Accounting<ul><li>Oversee rent sweeps, funding requests, and cashflow reporting.</li><li>Collaborate with Accounts Payable and onsite teams to ensure smooth month-end processes and invoice management.</li><li>Ensure completeness of month-end processes and support the audit as needed.</li></ul>Who We're Looking For:<ul><li>Qualified or Studying: AAT qualified. Open to someone studying towards CIMA or ACCA - you will be supported - with time off and financial support (payback model applies).</li><li>Experienced: You know your way around monthly reporting, P&amp;L forecasting, and management packs. You've worked across commercial/ops and finance.</li><li>Excel Confident: You're an advanced Excel user - modelling, analysis, and scenario tools are second nature to you.</li><li>Hands-On &amp; Accountable: You don't need someone checking every step - you take ownership, think critically, and follow through.</li><li>People-Centric: You communicate clearly with site teams, clients, and stakeholders alike. You can explain "the why" behind the numbers.</li></ul>What You'll Get:<ul><li>A supportive and collaborative team</li><li>Real ownership and the ability to influence decision-making</li><li>Study support (both time and funding)</li><li>Exposure across Finance, Ops, and Commercial</li><li>Progression opportunities as the company grows</li><li>Occasional travel and flexibility when needed</li></ul></div></div><div class="jd-section-job-type">Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contractContract length: 6 months</div><div class="jd-section-job-work-location">Work Location: Wantage, Oxfordshire</div>

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ssistant Project Manager or Project Manager Our client is a specialist project management and consulting firm delivering high-quality, complex building and development projects across the UK. With deep expertise in managing multi-stakeholder programmes, we work across diverse sectors including sport and leisure, corporate and commercial developments, central and local government, universities, culture and heritage, residential and education projects. Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation and delivering exceptional buildings and facilities that make a real difference to communities and clients alike. Our portfolio includes major leisure, education and civic developments, and we're known for adding real value through proactive leadership, trusted client relationships and hands-on delivery.Role Overview As a Project Manager, you will play a central role in delivering high-profile built environment projects across the UK. You will provide leadership throughout the project lifecycle - from inception to completion - ensuring clear communication, risks are managed, budgets are controlled, and outcomes exceed expectations. This role requires a hands-on approach, the confidence to lead design and delivery teams, and the ability to attend on-site progress meetings across the UK.Key Responsibilities<ul ><li >Lead planning, coordination and delivery of assigned projects, ensuring objectives are met on time and within budget</li><li >Manage project scope, work with design and delivery teams, and track milestones</li><li >Attend and facilitate site progress meetings with clients, contractors and stakeholders</li><li >Monitor project performance and proactively manage risks and issues</li><li >Produce and maintain key project documentation, including schedules, reporting, cost tracking and risk registers</li><li >Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners</li><li >Ensure compliance with contractual and quality standards</li></ul>Essential Skills &amp; Experience<ul ><li >Proven track record in project management, ideally within the built environment, construction or consulting sectors</li><li >Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li >Strong organisational capability and ability to prioritise competing demands</li><li >Experience managing project delivery through design and construction phases</li><li >Comfortable with frequent travel to attend site progress meetings throughout the UK</li></ul>Desirable<ul ><li >Project management qualification such as PRINCE2, APM or PMP</li><li >Experience in consulting or client-facing project management roles</li><li >Familiarity with project management tools and software</li></ul>What We Offer<ul ><li >Competitive salary of £45,000 - £60,000</li><li >Opportunity to lead impactful projects across a range of sectors</li><li >Supportive, collaborative culture with emphasis on professional growth</li><li >Flexible working arrangement</li></ul>

Project Manager

Site Manager - New Build &amp; Refurbishment ProjectsLocation: Birmingham Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum (basic)We are seeking an experienced and qualified Site Manager to join our team, overseeing a variety of construction projects including new build developments, refurbishments, design and build schemes, demolition, and rebuild works across Birmingham and the surrounding areas.About the Role:As Site Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of construction sites, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will coordinate trades, manage subcontractors, and liaise with clients, ensuring smooth project delivery from start to finish.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage all site operations across new build, refurbishment, demolition, and rebuild projects</li><li>Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies</li><li>Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, suppliers, and site labour</li><li>Monitor project progress, quality standards, and budget control</li><li>Conduct regular site inspections and maintain accurate site records</li><li>Liaise with clients, consultants, and the wider project team</li><li>Resolve any site issues promptly and effectively</li><li>Ensure all work is completed to specification and meets building regulations</li></ul>Essential Qualifications:<ul><li>Valid SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification</li><li>Valid CSCS Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme)</li></ul>Desirable Skills &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Proven experience as a Site Manager in construction</li><li>Strong knowledge of construction methods and building regulations</li><li>Excellent organisational and communication skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure</li><li>Experience with design and build projects advantageous</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000 basic</li><li>Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects</li><li>Career development and progression opportunities</li></ul>If you're a motivated Site Manager looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.To Apply: Please submit your CV and cover letter.

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