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Document Controller / Project Support Coordinator Location: East London Salary: Up to £45,000 plus travel season ticket and up to 15% bonusAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Document Controller / Project Support professional to join a highly regarded UK property developer delivering complex, high-profile projects.This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced project environment, values quality and structure, and wants to be part of a business where culture, ownership, and accountability genuinely matter.The role * Managing and maintaining project documentation across multiple workstreams * Controlling document workflows, version control, and approvals * Supporting project teams with reporting, trackers, and general project support * Liaising with internal stakeholders, consultants, and contractors * Ensuring document control systems and processes are followed consistentlyAbout you * Proven experience as a Document Controller (property, construction, or development background preferred) * Highly organised with excellent attention to detail * Confident using document control systems and MS Office * Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable taking ownership * A strong team player who values collaboration and cultureWhat's on offer * Salary up to £45,000 * Travel season ticket provided * Bonus of up to 15% * Hybrid working * Opportunity to join a respected developer with a strong people-first cultureThis is a confidential search being handled exclusively. Full details will be shared with suitable candidates following an initial conversation.

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<h1>Lettings Associate - Build to Rent (BTR)</h1>Location: Onsite Hours: 40 hours, 5 days per weekA leading Build-to-Rent (BTR) operator is looking for a confident, customer-focused Lettings Associate to help drive leasing performance and deliver an exceptional resident experience in a modern, high-quality rental community.This is a fast-paced, people-first role ideal for someone who loves sales, service, and creating standout resident journeys.<hr /><h2>The Role</h2>You'll be the first point of contact for prospective residents, managing enquiries, conducting viewings, driving conversions, and helping maintain high occupancy across the building.You'll support the Lettings Manager with day-to-day operations, guide junior team members, and ensure the property is presented at its best at all times.<hr /><h2>What You'll Do</h2>Leasing &amp; Sales<ul><li>Manage lettings enquiries promptly and professionally</li><li>Deliver high-quality viewings and convert prospects into leases</li><li>Process applications, references, deposits, and move-in paperwork</li><li>Maintain and update adverts across property portals</li><li>Monitor local rental market trends and competitor activity</li><li>Support marketing campaigns and open-house events</li><li>Use the property management system (e.g., Yardi) for accurate records</li></ul>Customer Experience<ul><li>Provide exceptional service to residents, prospects, and visitors</li><li>Resolve complex queries and support seamless move-ins/outs</li><li>Ensure resident issues are addressed within agreed timeframes</li><li>Help build a friendly, community-focused environment</li></ul>Property Standards<ul><li>Assist with inspections, maintenance coordination, and overall presentation</li><li>Follow all health &amp; safety and operational procedures</li></ul><hr /><h2>What We're Looking For</h2>Essential<ul><li>Experience in lettings, BTR, PBSA, co-living, or serviced apartments</li><li>Strong sales skills with proven target achievement</li><li>Excellent communication across phone, email, and face-to-face</li><li>Outstanding customer service and attention to detail</li><li>Highly organised, proactive, and able to work independently</li><li>Confident IT skills (Microsoft Office + PMS experience)</li><li>Positive, professional, team-focused attitude</li><li>Ability to work Saturdays and public holidays on a rota</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience specifically within private residential lettings</li><li>ARLA qualification</li><li>Knowledge of Yardi or similar PMS</li></ul><hr /><h2>Why This BTR Role?</h2><ul><li>Join a growing sector offering long-term career development</li><li>Highly varied blend of sales, customer experience, and operations</li><li>Direct impact on occupancy, resident satisfaction, and building performance</li></ul>

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Role: Community HostSalary £30K Location: Cambridge Hours: Shift pattern, Monday to Saturday, 40 hours per weekJoin a Groundbreaking Rental Revolution as a Community Host!Step into an exciting opportunity to be part of the single-family rental community, redefining what it means to rent. They are creating vibrant, sustainable neighborhoods designed for living, working, and thriving - all with a focus on long-term community and well-being.Your Role: As the Community Host for their flagship development, you'll be the heartbeat of the community, delivering exceptional customer service, fostering connections, and creating unforgettable experiences. You'll lead community initiatives, manage day-to-day operations, and ensure residents feel truly at home.What You'll Do:<ul><li>Welcome residents and visitors with warmth, managing the front desk with professionalism.</li><li>Organize and oversee community events, bringing people together to build connections.</li><li>Support leasing strategies, ensuring high occupancy and resident satisfaction.</li><li>Manage social media accounts, showcasing the best of the community.</li><li>Ensure communal areas are pristine, safe, and inviting through regular inspections.</li><li>Handle administrative tasks, resident queries, and tenancy documentation.</li><li>Collaborate with the team to drive innovation and enhance resident experiences.</li></ul>Who You Are:<ul><li>A people-person with a passion for hospitality and community building.</li><li>Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive with strong communication skills.</li><li>Experienced in front-of-house or customer-facing roles (1-2 years).</li><li>Tech-savvy, with proficiency in MS Office and social media management.</li><li>Flexible and adaptable, ready to work varied shifts, including weekends and evenings.</li></ul>Why Join Them? Be part of a fast-growing, forward-thinking organization that values creativity, innovation, and making a difference. You'll help shape a community where renting isn't just a temporary option - it's a lifestyle.Ready to redefine renting and create something extraordinary? Apply now and make it happen!

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Senior Property Accountant - Commercial Real Estate Location: Central LondonSalary: Circa £50,000 - £55,000 PA + BonusPermanent, HybridProof of Right to Work is required for this position and our client is unable to support any Visa sponsorship for this position.Please only apply if you have Property Finance and Accounting experience with Commercial property exposure.We are seeking an experienced Senior Property Accountant to join a dynamic and growing real estate company with an expanding portfolio of commercial properties across the UK and Europe. The business is part of a publicly listed European real estate group with a focus on opportunities in prime city locations.About the Role: Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in managing the accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of commercial properties. You will work closely with the operations team, managing agents, and senior leadership, providing accurate, timely, and insightful financial information to support business growth.Key Responsibilities:<ul ><li >Prepare and review management accounts for multiple properties and portfolios.</li><li >Liaise regularly with managing agents, asset managers, and property teams to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records.</li><li >Review service charge reports, invoices, and purchase orders.</li><li >Post and correct journal entries including accruals, prepayments, depreciation, and capitalization.</li><li >Analyze capex and provide reporting insights.</li><li >Prepare VAT and CIS tax returns within statutory timelines.</li><li >Support the acquisition and disposal of assets, ensuring correct accounting treatment.</li><li >Assist with onboarding new properties or companies.</li><li >Perform quarterly balance sheet and P&amp;L reconciliations.</li><li >Support the preparation of quarterly management accounts in line with IFRS and FRS 102.</li><li >Assist in preparing annual statutory accounts and liaising with auditors.</li><li >Provide cover for other finance team members as required.</li></ul>About You:<ul ><li >Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong financial accounting experience.</li><li >Previous experience in commercial real estate, preferably hotels, is highly desirable.</li><li >Familiarity with real estate ERP systems such as Yardi, MRI, or CUBE.</li><li >Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritize a diverse workload under pressure.</li><li >Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.</li><li >Clear communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.</li><li >Proactive, solution-oriented, and able to work effectively with finance and operational teams to improve processes.</li></ul>Benefits:<ul ><li >33 days holiday (this total includes UK bank holidays)</li><li >Pension scheme, Private Medical Insurance and other benefits</li><li >Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)</li></ul>This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing London office within a high-profile European real estate group, offering exposure to a diverse property portfolio and direct access to senior leadership.

Senior Property Accountant

Design Manager Location: East London Salary: Circa £80,000 + travel allowance + comprehensive packageThe OpportunityWe are working with a leading London residential developer to appoint an experienced Design Manager for a large-scale, high-profile mixed-use regeneration project in East London. The scheme is a complex, multi-phase development comprising high-rise residential buildings and associated public realm, delivered to the highest design and quality standards.This is a pivotal role within the project team, offering long-term involvement from detailed design through to delivery on site.The RoleWorking closely with the wider project, commercial and construction teams, the Design Manager will take ownership of the design process, ensuring coordinated, compliant and buildable design solutions are delivered in line with programme and budget.You will proactively manage internal and external stakeholders, driving design quality while ensuring regulatory compliance, risk management and efficient information flow across all stages of the project lifecycle.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage and coordinate the design process from detailed design through to construction and completion</li><li>Lead and manage external consultant teams, ensuring performance, programme and quality objectives are met</li><li>Ensure all design information is fully coordinated, technically robust and aligned with construction requirements</li><li>Oversee the delivery of design packages to meet programme milestones and statutory approvals</li><li>Actively contribute to design team meetings, workshops and value engineering exercises</li><li>Manage consultant appointments, scopes and deliverables</li><li>Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, planning conditions, warranty provider requirements and relevant legislation</li><li>Support the discharge of planning conditions and statutory obligations</li><li>Maintain a strong Health &amp; Safety-first approach, ensuring compliance with CDM duties</li><li>Interface closely with site teams to resolve design queries and support construction delivery</li><li>Review works on site to ensure construction aligns with approved design intent</li><li>Support handover processes including O&amp;M manuals and Golden Thread information</li><li>Assist Sales and Marketing teams with accurate technical and design information where required</li><li>Stay informed on industry developments, regulatory changes and best practice</li></ul>Skills, Knowledge &amp; Experience<ul><li>Proven experience as a Design Manager or Technical Manager within a residential-led developer or main contractor</li><li>Strong background delivering high-rise, mixed-use or complex residential schemes</li><li>Experience working on HRB (High-Risk Building) projects</li><li>Sound understanding of UK Building Regulations, planning processes and design coordination</li><li>Ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills</li><li>Minimum HNC/HND (or equivalent) in a construction or design-related discipline</li><li>Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit and Microsoft 365</li></ul>

Design Manager

Location: South East London Salary: £45,000 base + OTE £80,000-£90,000 Contract: 13-month maternity cover, full-time (5 days per week including alternate Saturdays)<h2>Highlights:</h2><ul><li>Lead the sales operation for a landmark riverside development transforming South East London into one of the capital's most sought-after new neighbourhoods</li><li>Competitive earnings potential with OTE reaching £80,000-£90,000</li><li>Work with a developer recognised for setting new standards in placemaking and community creation</li></ul><h2>About the opportunity</h2> An award-winning property developer is seeking a New Homes Sales Manager to lead their sales operation during a 13-month maternity cover period, starting immediately. This developer is behind one of London's most ambitious urban regeneration projects, creating exceptional riverside homes alongside world-class culture, entertainment, and lifestyle destinations. The role includes a comprehensive handover period before the current postholder departs at the end of February, ensuring a smooth transition into this multifaceted position.<h2>What makes the role exceptional</h2> This position goes beyond traditional sales management. You'll be at the centre of a complex operation that combines team leadership, project coordination, and quality oversight. The developer's commitment to excellence and their visionary approach to creating thriving, sustainable communities means you'll be working on a scheme that's genuinely making its mark on London's landscape. The variety and scope of responsibilities offer genuine professional development, requiring commercial acumen, strong decision-making abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple streams of work simultaneously.<h2>Key responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Manage and develop a New Homes sales team of three, driving performance and supporting the entire sales pipeline</li><li>Oversee refurbishment works on apartments being prepared for resale, ensuring delivery to the highest standards</li><li>Instruct and manage contractors throughout apartment renovation projects</li><li>Conduct quality checks on refurbishment works to maintain brand standards</li><li>Manage the notice period process for current occupants in apartments scheduled for refurbishment</li><li>Coordinate apartment completions and show apartment relocations</li><li>Maintain momentum across all aspects of the sales operation whilst balancing competing priorities</li></ul><h2>Requirements</h2><ul><li>Proven New Homes sales management experience (essential)</li><li>Exceptional organisational capabilities with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities</li><li>Switched-on, proactive approach with meticulous attention to detail</li><li>Strong commercial acumen and confident decision-making abilities</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills across all levels</li><li>Can-do attitude with resilience when working under pressure</li></ul><h2>Rewards and benefits</h2><ul><li>Basic salary of £45,000</li><li>On-target earnings of £80,000-£90,000</li><li>Involvement in a landmark London development scheme</li><li>Working hours: 9:30am-6pm weekdays, 10am-5pm alternate Saturdays</li></ul>

Sales Manager (13 month maternity cover)

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