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            <p>As the UK’s largest residential property recruitment agency, deverellsmith supports the entire lifecycle of the built environment, leveraging over 15 years of success and experience in placing more than 10,000 professionals.</p> <br/>
            <p>Our dedicated consultants are experts in sourcing the best talent for your unique needs, ensuring each candidate aligns perfectly with your business culture and goals.</p>
            

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<p>At deverellsmith, we’re more than recruiters – we’re industry insiders with a genuine understanding of what makes the right cultural fit. Our consultants bring targeted expertise from the professional disciplines we represent, allowing us to go beyond CVs and interviews to find candidates who truly align with your brand values and culture. This commitment to authenticity ensures you’re hiring individuals who not only excel in their field but also resonate with your team’s ethos.</p>

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<p>At deverellsmith, our consultants are among the most connected in the industry, leveraging strong networks to deliver impactful recruitment solutions. We partner with ambitious businesses to find candidates ready to elevate their careers, helping you build a team that drives success. Through innovative thinking and a personalised approach, we provide a competitive edge by truly understanding your goals and matching you with high-calibre talent. Our success stems from working closely with you to meet your unique recruitment needs.</p>

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<p><strong>Commercial Property Consultant </strong></p><div class="x_elementToProof" >Location: City of London (100% office based)</div><div class="x_elementToProof">Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 basic (OTE £50,000 to £70,000)</div><div class="x_elementToProof">Contract: Full-time, office based</div><div class="x_elementToProof"><strong>Highlights</strong></div><ul><li>OTE of £50,000 to £70,000, with commission on top of a £35,000 to £40,000 basic salary</li><li>Full training in commercial property and the UK office market</li><li>Direct contact with senior decision-makers at companies from SMEs to global brands</li></ul><div class="x_elementToProof"><strong>About the opportunity</strong></div><div class="x_elementToProof">A leading tenant-only commercial real estate advisor is looking for a Commercial Property Consultant to join its new business team in the City of London.</div><div class="x_elementToProof">The firm has advised office occupiers for more than 20 years and has one of the largest London occupier portfolios in the market.</div><div class="x_elementToProof">Its growing team of 40+ works with well-known names in technology, professional services, media and consumer brands.</div><div class="x_elementToProof">This role suits an ambitious B2B sales professional who wants to build a career in property, covering both the traditional leasehold and serviced office markets.</div><div class="x_elementToProof"> </div><div class="x_elementToProof"><strong>What makes the role exceptional</strong></div><div class="x_elementToProof">Because the firm acts for tenants only, you will always be on the occupier's side, which gives you a clear and credible message to take to market.</div><div class="x_elementToProof">You will receive full training in commercial property, with a focus on the UK office sector, so you can hold well-informed conversations with senior contacts from day one.</div><div class="x_elementToProof">You will work from a strong in-house database and see first-hand the business and real estate strategies of companies of every size.</div><div class="x_elementToProof">Commission sits on top of your basic salary, so your effort feeds directly into your earnings.</div><div class="x_elementToProof"> </div><div class="x_elementToProof"><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></div><ul><li>Generate 100% new business across London companies in every sector</li><li>Make research calls using a strong in-house database</li><li>Qualify and generate leads through cold calling</li><li>Present the firm's services confidently to senior-level contacts</li><li>Cover both traditional leasehold and serviced office markets</li><li>Manage new opportunities and pass them to senior team members</li></ul><div class="x_elementToProof"><strong>Requirements</strong></div><ul><li>Proven success in a business-to-business telesales role</li><li>Driven, determined and hard working, with a sense of urgency</li><li>Confident approaching and dealing with senior business people</li><li>Excellent verbal communication skills</li><li>Motivated by working to targets</li></ul><div class="x_elementToProof"><strong>Rewards and benefits</strong></div><ul><li>Basic salary of £35,000 to £40,000, depending on experience</li><li>OTE of £50,000 to £70,000 through commission</li><li>Private health insurance</li><li>Full training in commercial property and the UK office sector</li><li>A wide range of further employee benefits</li></ul><div class="x_elementToProof">We are an equal opportunities recruiter, valuing diversity and inclusion and welcoming applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background.</div>

Commercial Property Consultant

<p dir="ltr">An international real estate advisory firm is growing its valuation team and looking for a Director to lead its hotels and operational real estate valuation offering. This senior leadership role combines building and developing a strong team with advising a broad mix of new and established clients on high-profile assets across the Irish market.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>What you'll bring:</strong></p><ul dir="ltr"><li>MRICS/MSCSI qualification; a finance or accountancy background is a plus</li><li>Experience leading teams and hitting financial targets</li><li>Strong technical knowledge of operational real estate valuation, including DCF modelling, Excel, and Argus Enterprise and Developer</li><li>Clear, confident communication skills and a strong eye for detail</li><li>Well organised, with the ability to manage several priorities at once</li><li>A collaborative, relationship-focused approach</li></ul><p dir="ltr"><strong>What you'll do:</strong></p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Deliver Red Book valuations for lenders, investors, developers and corporates</li><li>Produce feasibility studies and advisory reports on new schemes</li><li>Lead and grow the team into one of the strongest in the market</li><li>Act as a sector specialist, including speaking at industry events</li><li>Carry out inspections, market research and comparable analysis</li><li>Provide sector-specific consultancy to the wider business</li><li>Build client relationships and win new business</li><li>Contribute to pitches, proposals and team initiatives</li><li>Deliver against financial targets and the business plan</li></ul>

Director of Hotels

<p dir="ltr"><strong>Highlights:</strong></p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Join a well-established firm with over 40 years' experience in the property sector</li><li>Take on a pivotal, front-of-house role within a growing Asset Management department</li><li>Work from a well-connected Soho office in the heart of central London</li></ul><p dir="ltr"><strong>About the opportunity</strong></p><p dir="ltr">A firm of chartered surveyors, based in Soho, central London, is looking for a Help desk Administrator to join its property management team. With over 40 years' experience advising on property fund management, asset management, valuations and investment broking, the firm manages a nationwide portfolio of more than 60 properties. This role sits at the centre of that operation, providing customer service and business support as the firm continues to grow.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>What makes the role exceptional</strong></p><p dir="ltr">This is a genuinely varied, front-line role rather than a back-office admin position. You will be the first point of contact for tenants, contractors and stakeholders, giving you regular exposure to every part of the property management process, from raising works orders to liaising directly with site teams and engineers. The department's growth and the firm's stable, debt-free position mean this is a team that is expanding, offering genuine scope to build knowledge across a national property portfolio.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Handle property-related enquiries received via phone and email, in a professional and timely manner</li><li>Liaise closely with site teams and contractors, ensuring quotations are processed accurately</li><li>Maintain property portfolio data sheets, keeping contractor contact, access and key holder details up to date</li><li>Raise purchase orders for planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive works</li><li>Ensure site-specific files and documentation remain valid and up to date</li><li>Manage and maintain the help desk system in a timely manner</li><li>Provide additional support to the Facilities Manager and wider asset management team</li></ul><p dir="ltr"><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Good standard of education, including maths and English</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Confident building relationships with tenants, vendors and stakeholders</li><li>Strong organisational skills</li><li>Yardi experience is desirable but not essential</li></ul><p dir="ltr"><strong>Rewards and benefits</strong></p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Join a well-established, debt-free firm with significant cash reserves, offering genuine job security</li><li>Work from a well-connected Soho office in the heart of central London</li><li>Gain exposure to a growing Asset Management department, working closely with investment, valuation and fund management colleagues</li><li>Build experience across a nationwide portfolio of over 60 properties</li><li>Benefit from long-standing relationships built up over more than 40 years</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location:</strong> London (Soho)<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £33,000 to £35,000 per annum<br /><strong>Contract:</strong> Full-time, Monday to Friday </p>

Helpdesk Administrator 

<p><strong></strong></p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Assistant Client Accountant</strong><br /> City of London · Hybrid · £35,000 - £40,000</p><p dir="ltr">deverellsmith is partnering with a respected commercial property management business to find an Assistant Client Accountant. This role suits someone who enjoys the AP/AR side of property accounting and wants a stable, hands-on role where they can own their work.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>About the business</strong><br /> Our client is a specialist property manager that focuses on central London office buildings. It has a strong reputation and a team drawn from leading names in the industry. The business is values-led and accredited as a responsible employer, offering a collaborative and supportive place to work.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>The role</strong><br /> Reporting to the Senior Client Accountant, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable cycle across your own portfolio of office buildings. This includes:</p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Processing supplier invoices end to end, from checking and coding through to approval</li><li>Preparing supplier payment runs and reconciling supplier statements</li><li>Raising quarterly rent, insurance and recharge demands, and posting and allocating occupier receipts</li><li>Chasing arrears in line with credit control procedures and producing aged debt reports</li><li>Preparing monthly client bank reconciliations and supporting client reporting</li></ul><p dir="ltr"><strong>About you</strong><br /> You'll have solid experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable or credit control, ideally within property or client accounting. You'll enjoy transactional work, take pride in accuracy, and be comfortable dealing with suppliers, occupiers and property managers. Above all, you'll be someone who's happy making this role their own for the long term.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>What's on offer</strong></p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Salary of £35,000 - £40,000</li><li>Hybrid working from a City of London office</li><li>A friendly, experienced team and a well-run portfolio</li></ul>

Assistant Client Accountant

<p><strong>Handyman / Multitrader</strong><br /> <strong>£35,000 + Bonus | Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm</strong><br /> <strong>Company Van + Tools Provided</strong></p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Handyman/Multitrader</strong> to maintain a portfolio of residential properties. This mobile role is ideal for someone who is confident working independently and has a broad range of maintenance and repair skills.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Carrying out general repairs and maintenance across multiple properties</p></li><li><p>Basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, decorating, and minor electrical tasks</p></li><li><p>Lone working across various sites - must be comfortable managing your own schedule</p></li><li><p>Responding to maintenance requests promptly and professionally</p></li><li><p>Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard</p></li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Proven handyman or multitrade experience</p></li><li><p>Comfortable and confident working alone</p></li><li><p>Full, clean UK driving licence</p></li><li><p>Strong communication and problem-solving skills</p></li><li><p>Self-motivated with excellent time management</p></li></ul><p><strong>What We Offer:</strong></p><ul><li><p>£35,000 salary plus performance-based bonus</p></li><li><p>Monday-Friday hours (8:00am-4:30pm)</p></li><li><p>Company van and tools provided</p></li><li><p>Friendly and supportive team environment</p></li></ul>

Mobile Handyman 

<div><strong>Senior Development Manager / Development Director</strong></div><div> </div><div> </div><div>Deverellsmith has partnered with a London based SME Developer who are looking to hire an experienced and commercially minded Senior Development Manager / Development Director. </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>This is a hands-on development role suited to an individual with strong commercial and technical expertise. The ideal candidate will have a quantity Surveying, Commercial or Cost Management background, combined with development management experience and a strong understanding of the full development lifecycle.</div><div> </div><div> </div><div>You will be responsible for driving projects forward, managing development risk, overseeing professional teams and ensuring schemes are delivered in line with approved business plans, budgets and programmes.</div><div> </div><div> </div><div>The Role</div><ul><li><div>Take overall responsibility for the delivery of development projects from acquisition through to completion.</div></li><li><div>Lead the development strategy and manage projects through planning, design, procurement, construction and handover.</div></li><li><div>Appoint and manage external professional teams including architects, planning consultants, engineers, QSs and other specialist consultants.</div></li><li><div>Establish and manage project programmes, budgets and key development milestones.</div></li><li><div>Monitor project performance and implement appropriate actions to manage risk and maintain delivery.</div></li></ul><div> </div><div>What you need </div><ul><li><div>Cradle to grave Development Management experience across Resi / mixed-use. </div></li><li><div>An understanding of development appraisals, viability, planning, procurement and delivery.</div></li><li><div>Strong technical and commercial understanding of construction and development costs.</div></li><li><div>Experience in managing professional teams, contractors and external consultants.</div></li><li><div>Strong financial and analytical skills, with the ability to assess and manage development risk.</div></li><li><div>A Quantity Surveying, Commercial or Cost Management background would be highly advantageous.</div></li></ul>

Senior Development Manager  / Development Director

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