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<h1 >Customer Data Validation Specialist - Hybrid - Central London</h1>Location: St Paul's, London (Hybrid - 3 days in office / 2 days WFH)<ul><li>£26,000 - £30,000 / hourly rate, paid weekly</li><li>Start Date: January 2026</li><li>Contract: 3 - months minimum</li></ul><h3 >About the Role</h3>Are you confident on the phone, detail-oriented, and enjoy getting data in order?Our client, a busy commercial property organisation in central London, is looking for a Customer Data Validation Specialist to join their team for a minimum 3 month contract, immediate start.You'll play a key role in customer engagement, data quality, and administrative support, helping ensure that contact details are accurate and up to date. This is a hands-on, people-focused, high-impact role - perfect for someone who loves working with people and problem-solving.<h3 >Why this role?</h3><ul ><li>Work in a central London office with hybrid flexibility. St Paul's views, home office minimum 2 days per week. </li><li >Join a small, supportive team where your contributions have real impact.</li><li >Temporary contract with potential to extend or convert to permanent.</li><li >Hands-on, varied work - no repetitive spreadsheets, real customer interaction.</li><li >High visibility project: help improve the company's customer communications for years to come.</li></ul><h3 >Key responsibilities:</h3><ul ><li >Conduct outbound customer calls to validate contact information.</li><li >Handle light customer service enquiries (non-sales).</li><li >Maintain and update CRM records and customer databases.</li><li >Review inboxes and liaise with internal teams (including property managers) to fill gaps.</li><li >Identify missing or incomplete data and ensure it's corrected.</li><li >Support administrative tasks related to the customer portal and internal processes.</li><li >Ensure accurate, high-quality data for reporting and operational purposes.</li></ul><h3 >Skills &amp; Requirements:</h3><ul ><li >Strong telephone and customer service skills.</li><li >Experience in data validation, CRM systems, or contact centres.</li><li >Confident with outbound calls and cold conversations.</li><li >Attention to detail and methodical approach to data accuracy.</li><li >Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently.</li><li >Ability to handle difficult conversations with tact and professionalism.</li><li >Comfortable with administrative and reporting tasks.</li><li >Life experience and confidence preferred; property knowledge not required.</li></ul>

Customer Data Quality Coordinator - Hybrid - £30k 

Midweight Interior Designer South West London (Office/Site Based, 5 Days per Week) Salary: Up to £45,000A dynamic and fast-growing interior design and architectural studio in South West London is seeking a Midweight Interior Designer to join their creative, supportive and energetic team.The successful candidate will bring strong conceptual thinking, a refined design sensibility, and the ability to deliver distinctive interiors across both national and international projects. This role requires a particular strength in FF&amp;E, procurement, supplier/product knowledge, and interior fit-out processes.<h3 >What We're Looking For</h3><ul ><li >A minimum of 3 years' experience in the interior design industry.</li><li >Strong client-facing experience within the high-end residential sector (private clients and developers).</li><li >A creative, polished portfolio showcasing design development, style, and technical capability.</li><li >Proficiency in AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, MS Office, and experience with procurement systems (e.g., Estimac or similar).</li><li >Excellent attention to detail and the ability to present work professionally, both digitally and physically.</li><li >Experience with budgeting, procurement, and overseeing installation phases.</li><li >Confident in producing design and finishing schedules for joinery, fit-outs, lighting, sanitaryware, and materials.</li><li >Experience coordinating with contractors and managing on-site design execution.</li><li >A positive, enthusiastic team player with strong communication skills and a genuine passion for design and industry trends.</li></ul><h3 >Key Responsibilities</h3><ul ><li >Designing interior schemes, bespoke joinery, and FF&amp;E packages using CAD and Adobe Creative Suite.</li><li >Preparing and presenting concepts and design packages to clients and internal teams.</li><li >Managing your own projects from concept through completion, including pitching, client management, budgeting, and site coordination.</li><li >Producing detailed specification schedules for finishes, lighting and more.</li><li >Supporting the wider team during busy project phases and contributing positively to the creative studio environment.</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity to grow within a collaborative studio that values creativity, detail, and design excellence.

Midweight Interior Designer

Job Title: Senior Investment Analyst Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Location: West End, London (Hybrid Working 3/2 split)Please ONLY apply if you have Right to Work as Visa Sponsorship can not be provided by this company.About Our Client Our client is an international real estate investment business with a strong focus on value-add residential and hospitality assets across major European cities. Since establishing their London office, they have developed a dynamic and ambitious team, expanding their portfolio across Residential assets. Their culture is collaborative, energetic, and driven by continued growth and opportunity.The Team The successful candidate will join a high-performing Investment &amp; Valuations team; supporting senior leadership on investment underwriting, quarterly valuations, and strategic market analysis. This role reports directly to the Investment &amp; Valuations Manager.The Role Our client is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior level Investment &amp; Valuation Analyst to support the assessment, execution, and monitoring of investment opportunities. The role involves financial modelling, valuation work, market research, and the preparation of clear and insightful presentations for internal and external stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Modelling &amp; Analysis - ESSENTIALBuilding models from scratch (Not using Argus) ESSENTIALValuation &amp; Research Investment Documentation &amp; Support Market Intelligence &amp; Strategy Presentation &amp; Reporting Additional responsibilities may be assigned as required.About YouSkills &amp; Experience * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, or other relevant * 4-7 years' experience in investment analysis, real estate, corporate finance, or consulting * Advanced Excel skills (modelling, analytics, dynamic formulas) * Strong PowerPoint skills with the ability to create compelling presentations * Solid understanding of valuation techniques, DCF analysis, and benchmarking * Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills * Strong written and verbal communication abilities * Self-motivated, detail-focused, and capable of managing multiple deadlinesBenefits * £80-90k base salary with discretionary bonus * 33 days holiday (inclusive of UK public holidays) * Company pension * Private medical insurance * Hybrid working All candidates selected for shortlist will be required to undertake a modelling test in a controlled environment for this role at Central London offices.

Senior Investment Analyst

The Role - Leasing Manager We are excited to be able to present a unique opportunity to join a socially conscious company as a Leasing Manager in a developing community site.As a Leasing Manager, you will play a crucial role in promoting and selling the lifestyle and services offered by our community to prospective residents and their families. Your primary responsibility will be to drive occupancy through effective sales strategies, excellent interpersonal skills, and a deep understanding of the unique needs of seniors, with a focus on prospect-centred selling.We're not a traditional transactional sale. Our prospects have a fear of moving because they worry about a loss of independence. You will need to become their guide and trusted companion on their journey.To help them on their journey you must connect on a personal level, untangle their emotions, and help them advance towards making a decision that is best for them.Please send an updated CV to apply and receive further details.

Leasing Manager (Later Living) 

Development manager I'm working exclusively with a London-based SME developer specialising in brownfield, high-rise projects across the capital. The business is now expanding into the co-living sector and is seeking exceptional talent to join them on this journey. I am interested in speaking to front-end Development Managers with experience in London residential development to support the Head of Development. The role <ul><li>Take ownership of financial appraisals and ensure performance aligns with profitability and programme objectives.</li></ul> <ul><li>Assemble and manage professional consultant teams through RIBA Stages 0-3, including appointments, instructions, and regular design team meetings.</li></ul> <ul><li>Lead the town planning process, including stakeholder engagement, local authority liaison, and public consultation.</li></ul> <ul><li>Represent the business at planning committees and lead negotiations on Section 106 agreements.</li></ul> <ul><li>Manage the smooth handover between the land acquisition team and project management team.</li></ul> <ul><li>Ensure satisfaction of land contract and funder conditions to enable drawdowns.</li></ul> <ul><li>Negotiate and manage third-party agreements and maintain key external relationships.</li></ul> <ul><li>Collaborate closely with internal teams across finance, design, and project management to ensure aligned delivery.</li></ul> Person Specification <ul><li>Degree-educated, ideally in a relevant field (Real Estate, Planning, Development, or similar).</li></ul> <ul><li>MRICS qualification desirable.</li></ul> <ul><li>Proven residential development experience, ideally within London and across multiple tenure types.</li></ul> <ul><li>Strong understanding of town planning processes and local authority engagement.</li></ul> <ul><li>Commercially astute with excellent financial and analytical skills.</li></ul> <ul><li>Collaborative team player with an eye for detail and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul> <ul><li>Genuine interest in and empathy for the company's mission to provide affordable homes for Londoners.</li></ul>

Development Manager

We are recruiting two Sales Consultants on behalf of a leading housing provider for exciting new shared ownership developments launching throughout next year. With four new sites coming to market between February and April, you will have a strong pipeline and clear progression onto future schemes as each development completes.Salary: Up to £39,794 basic OTE: £55,794 (Commission structure: £16,000 annually, split quarterly - up to £4,000 per quarter based on targets) Locations: Dagenham &amp; Tottenham Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 9:45am-5:15pm (Sunday &amp; Monday off) Annual Leave: 28 days + bank holidays<h3 >The Role</h3>You will be responsible for selling shared ownership homes across brand-new developments, guiding customers through the full sales journey and delivering an exceptional experience. This is a fast-paced, phone-driven role where energy, confidence, and people skills are key.<h3 >What They're Looking For</h3><ul ><li >Vibrant, motivated, personable candidates</li><li >Strong customer-facing background-estate agency or sales experience welcomed</li><li >Shared ownership experience is desirable but not essential</li><li >Someone who enjoys engaging with customers and is happy to pick up the phone</li><li >Ability to work independently on-site and maintain high standards of professionalism</li></ul><h3 >What's on Offer</h3><ul ><li >Competitive basic salary with up to £55k OTE</li><li >Commission currently capped, with active discussions to remove the cap</li><li >Additional earning potential through:<ul ><li >Trustpilot customer satisfaction incentives</li><li >Company performance bonuses</li></ul></li><li >Opportunity to support multiple new development launches</li><li >Stable and structured 2-year FTC with ongoing site pipeline</li></ul>If you're energetic, customer-focused, and ready to be part of a highly successful sales team, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow within the shared ownership space.

Shared Ownership Sales Consultant - North London 

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