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Got the contacts to work as a property broker but want a guaranteed salary? This is your chance...Location: Central London Contract Type: Employed Property Broker Market: Residential &amp; Prime London PropertyThis is the next phase of estate agency in London but with a guaranteed salary. Brokerage type positions are taking the market by storm, but there are very few offering you guaranteed salaries to work these roles. This is a business looking to hire up to 10 brokers over the next 3 months, with the desire to interview and offer asap.<h3>About the Role</h3>As an employed broker, you will operate both independently while also reaping the benefit of being a part of a large team of brokers. You'll be benefiting from full marketing, operational, and administrative support. This role gives you complete control over your working hours and earning potential, with unlimited commission opportunities across sales, lettings, and investment property. Most importantly, you'll be doing all of this while earning a guaranteed salary!<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Source, list, and manage high-end residential properties across London</li><li>Build and nurture relationships with buyers, sellers, landlords, and investors</li><li>Conduct viewings, valuations, and market appraisals with professionalism and confidence</li><li>Develop strategic marketing campaigns for property listings</li><li>Negotiate offers to achieve optimal outcomes for clients</li><li>Maintain knowledge of local market trends and pricing</li></ul><h3>What We Offer</h3><ul><li>Attractive commission-only structure with top-tier earning potential</li><li>Administrative, marketing, and tech support to help you grow your business</li><li>Access to a central London office and meeting space (optional/flexible)</li><li>High-quality leads and referral opportunities</li><li>Freedom to manage your schedule and build your portfolio</li><li>Ongoing professional development and training</li></ul><h3>What We're Looking For</h3><ul><li>Experience in residential sales or lettings (prime market experience is preferred) </li><li>Strong negotiation and communication skills</li><li>Entrepreneurial mindset with the motivation to drive your own success</li><li>Professionalism, integrity, and a client-focused approach</li><li>Self-starter who thrives in an independent, performance-driven environment</li></ul><h3>Earning Potential</h3>As this is an employed role, earnings are commission-based and uncapped. Successful brokers regularly achieve north of a six-figure annual income.

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Sales Consultant - New HomesLocation: London Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum (plus commission/OTE) Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time, On-siteAre you an experienced sales professional with a passion for new homes? We're looking for a motivated Sales Consultant to join our team and help prospective buyers find their dream home.About the Role:As a Sales Consultant, you'll be the face of our development, working on-site to provide an exceptional customer experience from initial enquiry through to completion. You'll manage the sales process, build strong relationships with buyers, and work closely with our internal teams to ensure smooth transactions.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Welcome visitors to the sales suite and conduct viewings of show homes and available properties</li><li>Qualify leads and guide buyers through the purchasing journey</li><li>Provide detailed information about properties, the development, and the local area</li><li>Negotiate offers and manage sales progression through to exchange and completion</li><li>Maintain accurate records on the CRM system and provide regular sales reports</li><li>Build relationships with solicitors, mortgage brokers, and other third parties</li><li>Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets</li><li>Maintain the presentation of show homes and sales areas to the highest standard</li></ul>What We're Looking For:<ul><li>Proven experience in new homes sales (essential)</li><li>Strong track record of achieving sales targets</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Professional, presentable, and customer-focused approach</li><li>Ability to work weekends (typically including Saturdays and Sundays)</li><li>Full UK driving licence</li><li>Knowledge of the London property market is advantageous</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Competitive basic salary up to £35,000</li><li>Uncapped commission structure</li><li>Comprehensive training and ongoing development</li><li>Career progression opportunities</li><li>Supportive team environment</li></ul>If you're ready to take the next step in your new homes sales career, we'd love to hear from you.To Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

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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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We're partnering with one of the UK's leading purpose-built student accommodation providers to recruit a General Manager for a site in Bristol.This is a hands on leadership role where you'll combine commercial drive with people leadership. From maximising occupancy and driving sales, to overseeing day-to-day operations and creating a community students love, you'll be at the heart of both the commercial success and operational excellence of the site.What you'll be doing<ul><li>Lead, inspire and develop your on-site team, setting high standards and ensuring first-class service delivery.</li><li>Drive lettings and sales performance to achieve full occupancy and hit commercial targets.</li><li>Take full ownership of operations: facilities, compliance, health &amp; safety, supplier management, and maintaining a high-quality building environment.</li><li>Manage budgets, P&amp;L, and financial performance, identifying opportunities to increase revenue and control costs.</li><li>Build and nurture partnerships with universities, local businesses, and community organisations to raise the profile of the scheme.</li><li>Shape a thriving student community where residents feel safe, supported, and proud to live.</li></ul>About you<ul><li>Proven background in operations and people leadership, ideally in PBSA, residential property, hotels, or a similar service-driven sector.</li><li>Strong commercial mindset - comfortable with lettings, sales &amp; hitting financial targets.</li><li>Highly organised, proactive, and resilient, with the ability to balance strategic priorities and day-to-day challenges.</li><li>A natural leader who can empower teams, build culture, and deliver results.</li></ul>What's on offer<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li><li>The chance to take full ownership of a large site in Bristol.</li><li>Genuine opportunities for progression with a market-leading PBSA operator experiencing strong growth.</li><li>An opportunity to make a tangible impact on students' lives while running a building with real commercial accountability.</li></ul>This is a role for someone who thrives on variety, responsibility, and results - a true business leader who enjoys the challenge of combining operational excellence with sales drive.

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We're partnering with one of the UK's leading PBSA providers to recruit a General Manager with responsibility for two student accommodation sites in Cheltenham and Gloucester.This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll combine strong commercial drive with people-focused leadership. From maximising occupancy and driving sales, to overseeing day-to-day operations and creating a positive, inclusive student community, you'll be central to both the commercial success and operational excellence of the sites.What you'll be doing<ul><li>Lead, inspire and develop on-site teams across both locations, setting high standards and delivering first-class service.</li><li>Drive lettings and sales performance to achieve full occupancy and meet commercial targets.</li><li>Take full ownership of site operations, including facilities management, health &amp; safety, compliance, and supplier performance.</li><li>Manage budgets, P&amp;L, and financial performance, identifying opportunities to increase revenue and control costs.</li><li>Oversee peak operational periods including move-in, move-out, and summer turnaround.</li><li>Build strong relationships with universities, local partners, and stakeholders to enhance the student experience.</li><li>Create a safe, welcoming environment where students feel supported, engaged, and proud to live.</li></ul>About you<ul><li>Proven experience in operations and people leadership, ideally within PBSA, residential property, hospitality, or a similar service-led environment.</li><li>Commercially minded, with confidence in lettings, sales, and financial performance.</li><li>Highly organised, proactive, and resilient, able to balance strategic priorities with day-to-day operational demands.</li><li>A natural leader who can motivate teams, build strong culture, and deliver results across multiple sites.</li></ul>What's on offer<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li><li>The opportunity to take ownership of two established student accommodation sites.</li><li>Career progression with a market-leading PBSA operator experiencing strong growth.</li><li>A role where you can make a genuine impact on both business performance and students' day-to-day experience.</li></ul>This is a role for someone who thrives on variety, responsibility, and results - a true operational leader who enjoys combining commercial performance with people leadership and customer experience.

We are hiring a Procurement Manager for a large UK PBSA portfolio. This is a key strategic role within a growing, values-driven PBSA business known for delivering high-quality student living environments and exceptional service standards.This position is central to shaping procurement strategy across the portfolio, ensuring best value, consistent delivery, and a resilient supply chain across FM services, goods, utilities, and capital investment programmes.The RoleReporting into senior leadership, you will take ownership of national procurement activity across a UK-wide PBSA estate, operating strategically while remaining hands-on where required. You will lead sourcing, tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management, building a trusted, accredited supply chain that supports operational excellence across student accommodation sites.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and deliver national procurement strategies across PBSA FM services, energy, equipment, and CAPEX projects.</li><li>Lead national and regional tender processes, negotiating competitive and sustainable commercial terms.</li><li>Set, manage, and monitor SLAs and KPIs to ensure high service standards across the PBSA portfolio.</li><li>Analyse market trends, costs, and supply chain risks to support informed, data-led decision-making.</li><li>Manage end-to-end procurement processes from supplier pre-qualification through to contract award and performance review.</li><li>Implement and continuously improve procurement systems, frameworks, and governance to enhance consistency and transparency.</li><li>Produce clear, accurate procurement and financial reporting for senior leadership.</li><li>Ensure value for money, compliance, and strong governance across all PBSA procurement activity.</li></ul>Skills &amp; Experience<ul><li>5+ years' experience in a procurement management role, ideally within PBSA, property, FM, or a service-led environment.</li><li>Strong track record in strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier negotiation.</li><li>Commercially astute with strong analytical capability and cost-management experience.</li><li>Experience with procurement systems and vendor management platforms.</li><li>Confident, influential communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline (MCIPS or working towards preferred).</li><li>Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally.</li></ul>Why Apply?This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading and expanding PBSA provider that is committed to quality, sustainability, and putting students first. The role offers autonomy, national influence, and long-term career development within a progressive, people-focused organisation.If you're a commercially driven procurement professional looking to make a real impact in the PBSA sector, we'd love to hear from you.The position will be part of the Central Support team, and require the ability to attend the office in Oxfordshire (ideally 1-2 times per week).

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