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  • Secretary
    Secretary
    19 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    Job Description Secretary / Office Administrator AA Mortgage Gateway Job Title: Secretary / Office Administrator Location: Kensington, London Company: AA Mortgage Gateway Position Type: Full-Time AA Mortgage Gateway is an independent mortgage and protection brokerage that provides mortgage, protection, buy-to-let, commercial finance, and property finance solutions. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent customer service and building long-term relationships with our clients and business partners. Role Overview We are seeking a highly organised, professional, customer-focused Secretary/Office Administrator to support the business's day-to-day operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the office runs smoothly, maintaining client relationships, supporting mortgage applications, and providing excellent administrative support to advisers and management. Key Responsibilities Administrative Duties • Manage incoming and outgoing telephone calls, emails, and correspondence., • Maintain accurate client records and filing systems., • Prepare letters, reports, meeting notes, and other business documents., • Manage office diaries, appointments, and meeting schedules., • Handle incoming and outgoing post. Client Support • Act as the first point of contact for clients and introducers., • Welcome clients attending face-to-face meetings., • Schedule appointments and follow up on enquiries., • Maintain regular communication with clients throughout the mortgage process., • Obtain and organise client documentation. Mortgage Processing Support • Assist advisers with mortgage and protection applications., • Chase lenders, solicitors, estate agents, surveyors, and clients for updates., • Upload and organise documentation through lender portals., • Monitor case progress and maintain accurate records., • Assist with preparing compliance documentation and suitability records. Marketing & Business Development Support • Manage social media updates and company communications., • Support networking events and business development activities., • Help maintain the company website and online presence., • Prepare marketing materials and client newsletters. Compliance & Data Protection • Ensure all information is handled in accordance with GDPR regulations., • Assist with audit and compliance requirements., • Maintain confidentiality of client information at all times. General Office Support • Coordinate office meetings and events., • Assist with recruitment administration when required., • Support directors and advisers with additional administrative projects. Person Specification Essential Skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Strong organisational and time-management abilities., • High attention to detail., • Professional and friendly telephone manner., • Ability to prioritise workload effectively., • Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Desirable Experience • Previous experience in a mortgage brokerage, financial services, banking, or estate agency environment., • Knowledge of mortgage application processes., • Experience using CRM systems., • Understanding of GDPR and compliance procedures. Qualifications • GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths., • Business Administration qualification desirable., • CeMAP knowledge or experience within mortgage services would be advantageous but not essential. Personal Attributes • Professional appearance and manner., • Trustworthy and discreet with confidential information., • Proactive and self-motivated., • Positive, enthusiastic, and customer-focused., • Strong problem-solving skills. Salary & Benefits • Competitive salary dependent on experience., • Performance-related bonus opportunities., • Ongoing training and development., • Career progression opportunities within AA Mortgage Gateway., • Supportive and professional working environment. Working Hours Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm, with occasional flexibility required to meet business needs. To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you would be a great fit for AA Mortgage Gateway.

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  • Production & Warehouse assistant- Fixed term
    Production & Warehouse assistant- Fixed term
    1 month ago
    Full-time
    London

    Job Description Production & Warehouse Assistant Fixed Contract - 6 months September 2026 The business requires an extremely capable, conscientious and multitasking individual to join our team on a fixed contract for 6 months. Based at our design studio in Kennington, this role will report to our Head of buying, supporting our in house production, studio and shop house keeping, and will be required to visit our warehouse fortnightly. This is a very hands-on role, where you will assist in matters related to product preparation, product assembly and boxing PINCH products and shop presentation maintenance. You will need an ability to work actively and collaboratively in a business that moves quickly, and has high expectations of our designs, our products, our service, and our own ability to enjoy the process as we go along. Indicative areas of activity : ● Receive, quality check and record all goods arriving at the studio, including finished products and components. ● Ensure the studio, workshop and storage areas are well organised and maintained. ● Prepare goods for fulfilment and dispatch from the studio, including packing, crating and photographing where required. ● Support with PINCH in-house production and assembly. ● Quality check goods returning to the business and re-box where required. ● Visit our warehouse and suppliers to assist with quality checking and boxing products. ● Attend to shop maintenance, repairs and snags, regular paint and finish repair. ● Print assembly instructions and prepare ancillary items for orders. ● Support the team with shop changeovers, photoshoots and events. ● Provide cover for Office Manager tasks during absence. ● Potential visits to client’s homes to trouble shoot quality issues ● Additional tasks and deliverables as they arise, suited to the business needs, role and responsibility level. Key skills: ● Super organized with an ability to multi task and prioritise ● Practical thinker ● Self starter, taking on areas of responsibility, as well as taking direction from management ● Practical, motivated thinker, with a flexible, hungry approach ● Great eye for detail ● Experienced, safe and confident in a workshop environment ● Physically energetic and willing to get hands dirty with non glam tasks ● Clean and orderly working manner ● Apple Mac proficient ● Good verbal and written communication skills ● Full clean UK driver’s license Expected approach and attitude: ● An appreciation of quality and professionalism, and things done well ● Ability to prioritise and efficiently manage own time and workload ● Professional, enthusiastic attitude, both internally and externally ● Collaborative & supportive to full team (respond positively to team member requests) ● Take ownership and initiative where appropriate ● Upwards managing to line manager ● Engaging with responsibility of issuing high value goods ● Engaging with responsibility of looking after our customers ● Build strong communication via upwards management, and regular team meetings ● Share in team PINCH ambition to be a force for good where possible This is a Mon – Fri 9am – 6pm position based in our Kennington studio, with travel as per business needs. Hours will be expected to be kept flexible at key but rare moments in the calendar.

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  • Marketing Manager
    Marketing Manager
    2 months ago
    £45000–£52000 yearly
    Full-time
    Borehamwood

    Job Title: Marketing Manager Job Type: Full Time (Permanent) Salary: from £45,000 per annum Location: London Start date: As soon as possible Reporting to: Director The Marketing Manager is responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies that promote the company’s real estate portfolio and property management services, drive revenue growth, and enhance brand visibility. This role involves team leadership, client and stakeholder engagement, campaign management, and close collaboration with senior management to ensure marketing activities are aligned with the company’s overall commercial and investment objectives. Job Descriptions • Collaborate with senior leadership to define the range of real estate services offered, including property acquisition, sales, lettings, and management solutions., • Contribute to the development of sales and leasing strategies and assist in setting achievable revenue and occupancy targets based on market conditions and business objectives., • Conduct market research, surveys, and competitive analysis to understand property market trends, tenant demand, investor expectations, and competitor activity., • Evaluate customer and tenant responses to property offerings, pricing structures, presentation standards, and service delivery to inform strategic decisions., • Compile and analyse sales, lettings, and occupancy data to assess performance against agreed targets., • Develop proposals for marketing campaigns and promotional activities that effectively target buyers, tenants, investors, and property owners., • Produce regular reports for senior management detailing marketing performance, client feedback, portfolio insights, and market developments., • Provide strategic recommendations to enhance property marketing, leasing performance, and brand positioning., • Manage and mentor the marketing team to ensure the effective delivery of marketing strategies across all property services., • Oversee content creation, digital marketing, branding, advertising, and property-focused promotional initiatives., • Foster strong relationships with existing and prospective clients, tenants, investors, and business partners through proactive communication and tailored engagement., • Support the negotiation of new business opportunities, including property management contracts, sales mandates, and leasing agreements., • Assist in preparing detailed property marketing specifications, including promotional planning, messaging, and alignment of marketing materials with asset positioning and client expectations. Required Skills & Qualifications: • A Bachelor's degree that is equivalent to RQF Level 6, • Proven experience in real estate or property management, or a related professional services sector., • Strong leadership and team management skills, • Proficiency in digital marketing tools, property portals, and analytics platforms, • Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational abilities, • Strategic and commercially focused thinker with strong attention to detail

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