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Acquisition Manager I have partnered with a leading PBSA investor / Developer who are looking to hire an acquisition manager to help grow their PBSA pipeline in London. The role<ul><li>In the role you will focus on sourcing and acquiring existing residential, BTR/PRS and office-led schemes with strong conversion potential into PBSA.</li><li>Appraise deals from initial review to investment stage</li><li>Work closely with planning and development teams on technically complex conversions</li><li>Build relationships with agents, owners and developers</li><li>Support transaction execution and negotiations</li></ul> What you need<ul><li>3 -5 years' experience in acquisitions, land buying or development</li><li>Strong appraisal and commercial skills</li><li>Knowledge of residential, BTR or PBSA markets</li><li>Proactive, deal-driven and collaborative</li></ul>

Acquisition Manager - PBSA

Customer Service Manager (Turkish Speaking) - LondonPrestigious Residential Developer | Luxury Development + Multi-Site Support Circa £60k Package (Basic + Car Allowance + Bonus)An award-winning residential developer is seeking a Turkish-speaking Customer Service Manager to join their team, primarily based at a luxury development in London with additional support provided across their portfolio of high-end sites.This newly created role has been established due to increasing demand from Turkish-speaking customers and offers an exciting opportunity to work on some of London's most prestigious residential developments.The Role: As Customer Service Manager, you will be responsible for managing the customer journey from legal completion through to the end of the warranty period, ensuring exceptional service delivery and quality standards are maintained.Key Responsibilities:<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage customer relationships from legal completion through warranty period</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Conduct quality inspections and property de-snags using electronic systems</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Handle post-completion defects and coordinate with contractors for prompt resolution</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Attend customer handovers and demonstrate home features and appliances</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Provide Turkish language support to customers across all developments</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Maintain accurate records on CRM systems</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Identify defect trends and collaborate with project teams</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Monitor site and estate areas to maintain quality standards</li></ul>What We're Looking For:<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Fluent Turkish speaker (written and verbal) - essential</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Customer-facing experience with proven exceptional service delivery</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong communication skills, both verbal and written</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Professional, well-presented, and well-groomed</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Empathetic with ability to deliver difficult news tactfully</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Team player with a positive, "can do" attitude</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Adaptable, personable, and strong relationship builder</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Problem-solving mindset with willingness to learn</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Comfortable using CRM and electronic defect management systems</li></ul>What's Not Essential: Construction or property background - we welcome candidates from diverse sectors including hospitality, retail, aviation, or any customer service-focused industry. We value transferable skills and the right attitude.What's On Offer:<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Competitive package circa £60k including car allowance and bonus</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Work on prestigious, high-end residential developments</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Opportunity to make a real impact in a newly created role</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Supportive team environment with training and development</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for a customer-focused professional who takes pride in their presentation, enjoys building relationships, and wants to work with an elite residential developer.

Customer Service Manager

<h1 >New Homes Sales Consultant - Bracknell</h1>Brand New Development Launch | Immediate Start<h2 >The Opportunity</h2>We're recruiting for a New Homes Sales Consultant to join the UK's largest housebuilder on an exciting new development launch in Bracknell. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced new homes professional to join a 2-person site team and play a key role in bringing a brand-new scheme to market.<h2 >About You</h2>Essential:<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Proven new homes sales experience (minimum 18 months)</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong track record in selling off-plan properties</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Resilient, self-motivated, and target-driven</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills</li></ul>Desirable:<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Knowledge of Bracknell and surrounding areas</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Experience working on challenging or unique developments</li></ul>We'd love to hear from you even if you don't tick every box - if you have the drive and new homes experience, we want to talk.<h2 >The Package</h2><ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Basic Salary: Up to £32,000 (for top performers)</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Commission: Approx. £24,500 (structure currently being re-evaluated)</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Total OTE: £56,500+</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Progression: Strong long-term career development opportunities within the UK's largest developer</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Pipeline: Access to a large pipeline of upcoming sites across the business</li></ul><h2 >Rota</h2>3-month rolling rota system:<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Month 1: Tuesday &amp; Wednesday off</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Month 2: Thursday &amp; Friday off</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Month 3: Saturday &amp; Sunday off</li></ul><h2 >Why Join?</h2><ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Join the biggest housebuilder in the UK with unmatched resources and reputation</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Be part of a brand-new launch - shape the success of the development from day one</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Long-term career growth - ideal for someone wanting to build a lasting career in new homes</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Work with a supportive team and access to extensive training and development</li></ul>

New Homes Sales Consultant - Bracknell

We're looking for a performance-driven Residential Marketing Manager to own lead generation, demand growth and social channels for our accommodation business. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role responsible for running acquisition campaigns, social channels, optimising user journeys, and turning marketing activity into qualified enquiries and confirmed bookings. It's ideal for an experienced marketing professional who thrives on results, testing, and seeing direct commercial impact.Role Objectives<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Drive qualified leads and bookings for our accommodation offerings through performance-led marketing.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Own the top- and mid-funnel: generating demand, capturing enquiries, and supporting conversion into sales.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ensure all marketing activity (content, paid media, OTAs, and email) is directly aligned to increasing occupancy and revenue.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Leverage AI to automate and improve data analysis, execution and reporting.</li></ul>Key ResponsibilitiesPerformance Marketing &amp; Lead Generation<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Plan, launch, and optimise paid acquisition campaigns across Meta and Google to drive enquiries, viewings, and bookings.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage lead funnels from first touch through to sales handover, ensuring clear tracking, attribution, and follow-up.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Continuously test and optimise creatives, audiences, messaging, and landing pages to improve cost per lead and conversion rates.</li></ul>Content &amp; Conversion Campaigns<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Create and manage performance-focused content across Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and email, designed to drive clicks, enquiries, and bookings.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Build and maintain a content and campaign calendar aligned with occupancy targets, promotions, events, and seasonal demand.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Design conversion-driven assets (ads, landing visuals, brochures, decks, and email templates) using Canva or similar tools.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Brief and collaborate with photographers and videographers to produce content that showcases the spaces, lifestyle, and wellness offering with a clear sales outcome.</li></ul>OTA &amp; Booking Channel Optimisation<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Own and optimise all OTA listings (Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia, etc.), ensuring listings are conversion-focused, regularly refreshed, and aligned with pricing and availability strategy.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Test and improve listing copy, imagery, and positioning to increase enquiry volume, booking rate, and length of stay.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Support direct-booking growth by aligning OTA traffic with retargeting, email capture, and direct enquiry journeys.</li></ul>Digital Growth &amp; SEO Support<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Support SEO and organic lead generation through keyword research, blog and article drafting, and website updates that drive inbound enquiries.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Work closely with sales and operations to ensure marketing activity reflects live availability, pricing, and demand.</li></ul>Reporting, Insights &amp; Optimisation<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Track and report on performance metrics including leads, enquiries, bookings, cost per lead, conversion rate, and channel performance.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Maintain up-to-date marketing decks and asset libraries for both B2B and B2C.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Use data, trends, and customer insights to continuously refine campaigns and improve lead quality and booking outcomes.</li></ul>Requirements<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">5+ years' experience in performance marketing, digital campaigns, or growth-focused content roles.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong understanding of organic and paid social, lead funnels, and conversion optimisation.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Hands-on experience with Meta Ads Manager, Google Ads, Canva, email platforms (Mailchimp/HubSpot), and Google Analytics.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Commercial mindset with a clear focus on leads, bookings, and revenue impact.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong copywriting and visual storytelling skills with a conversion-first approach.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Highly organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple campaigns simultaneously.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Self-starter, comfortable owning performance outcomes end-to-end.</li></ul>

Residential Marketing Manager 

New Homes Sales Consultant - Maternity Cover | Central LondonIconic Development | Up to £32k + Commission | Weekly PayWe're recruiting for one of London's most prestigious developers on an exclusive waterfront scheme that's redefining luxury living in the capital. This is your chance to represent a world-class development in one of the most sought-after locations in the city.The OpportunityThis maternity cover position offers experienced New Homes Sales Consultants the chance to elevate their career, working on a high-profile scheme with exceptional properties and discerning buyers. If you're looking to add a premium development to your portfolio and gain invaluable experience at the top end of the market, this is it.What You'll Be Doing<ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Welcome and qualify buyers - Be the first point of contact, greeting visitors to the show apartment and sales suite, understanding their needs and budget to match them with the perfect property</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Conduct high-quality viewings - Showcase the development's exceptional features, amenities, and lifestyle benefits while highlighting the unique selling points of this prestigious riverside location</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Build lasting relationships - Develop rapport with potential buyers, maintaining regular contact and nurturing leads through the sales pipeline</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Negotiate and secure reservations - Handle offers professionally, negotiate terms, and convert interest into confirmed sales while achieving monthly targets</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage the sales progression - Guide buyers from reservation through to legal completion, coordinating with solicitors, mortgage brokers, and internal teams to ensure a seamless experience</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Provide expert advice - Stay informed on mortgage products, Help to Buy schemes, and market trends to offer valuable guidance to customers</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Maintain accurate records - Update CRM systems with customer interactions, viewing feedback, and sales pipeline information</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Deliver exceptional service - Ensure every buyer receives a premium, five-star experience from first enquiry to keys handover</li></ul>What You'll Need<ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Proven experience selling new homes (essential)</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">A track record of hitting targets and closing deals</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Polished, professional approach with high-net-worth clients</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Hunger to take the next step in your career</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Weekend availability</li></ul>What's on Offer<ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Basic salary up to £32k (reflected in competitive hourly rate)</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Attractive commission structure (TBC)</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Weekly pay</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ongoing contract for maternity cover</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Work on one of London's most talked-about developments</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Opportunity to build your reputation at the luxury end of the market</li></ul>This isn't just another sales role - it's a chance to be part of something exceptional. If you've got the experience and ambition to succeed at this level, we want to hear from you.

New Homes Sales Consultant - MAT Cover

<h1>Caretaker</h1> Hours: 40 hours per week over 5 days (Monday-Friday, with occasional weekend work) Reports to: Resident Managers<h2>The Role</h2> We're looking for a dedicated Caretaker to join our team and help us deliver exceptional experiences for our residents. You'll play a vital role in ensuring our buildings are clean, safe, and well-maintained to the highest standards. Working closely with our Resident Managers and Property Team, you'll be responsible for minor repairs, groundskeeping, and creating a welcoming environment that our residents are proud to call home.<h2>What You'll Be Doing</h2> Repairs &amp; Maintenance<ul><li>Carry out minor repairs and maintenance tasks</li><li>Replace bulbs, conduct meter readings, and paint external areas</li><li>Support the Maintenance Assistant with furniture moves and multi-person tasks</li><li>Report hazards and maintenance needs proactively</li></ul> Groundskeeping<ul><li>Maintain external areas to ensure they're safe and presentable</li><li>Empty bins, pressure wash concrete areas, and keep fire exits clear</li><li>Organize and clean bin stores with regular jet washing</li><li>Operate compactors and bailers for recycling and waste management</li></ul> Turnaround Support<ul><li>Assist with flat turnarounds and redecorate rooms and communal areas as needed</li></ul> Customer Service<ul><li>Communicate effectively with residents and colleagues</li><li>Liaise with contractors to ensure work completion and health &amp; safety compliance</li><li>Contribute to overall customer satisfaction</li></ul><h2>What We're Looking For</h2> Essential:<ul><li>Previous property caretaking experience</li><li>Strong team player with excellent customer relationship skills</li><li>Clear communication skills, both verbal and written</li><li>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision</li><li>Physical ability to move large external bins</li><li>Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays when required</li></ul> Desirable:<ul><li>Experience in the private residential sector</li><li>Recognized trades qualification (City &amp; Guilds/NVQ)</li></ul><h2> </h2>

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