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  • Executive Assistant
    Executive Assistant
    3 days ago
    £21000–£25000 yearly
    Part-time
    London

    Executive Assistant to Management Team Company: LendCart Location: London (Hybrid / Remote flexible) Employment Type: Part Time Reporting to: Directors About LendCart LendCart is a boutique UK real estate lending platform specialising in secured property finance, including first charge, second charge, and structured lending solutions. We work with experienced Tier-1 developers and sophisticated investors, delivering disciplined, risk managed investment opportunities across the UK. As the platform scales, we are seeking a highly capable Executive Assistant who will act as a trusted right hand to the Directors, combining executive support, operational coordination, and marketing activation. Role Overview This is a high trust, high responsibility role supporting the Directors across execution, communications, and brand facing activity. The Executive Assistant will ensure the Directors time, priorities, investor communications, and outbound marketing materials are managed efficiently and professionally. The role suits someone who is highly organised, commercially aware, detail driven, and comfortable working in a fast moving, founder led investment environment. Key Responsibilities Executive & Administrative Support • Manage the Director's diary, meetings, calls, and travel arrangements, • Act as the primary gatekeeper for emails, messages, and inbound requests, • Prepare agendas, briefing notes, and follow ups for meetings, • Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion Business & Operations Support • Coordinate with legal, finance, compliance, and external advisors, • Track key actions, deadlines, and deliverables across live deals, • Support internal workflows related to investor onboarding and deal execution, • Maintain well organised records, document libraries, and data rooms Marketing & Investor Communications (Key Component) • Assist in preparing Information Memorandums (IMs), deal summaries, and investor packs, • Draft and coordinate email newsletters and investor updates, • Support creation and scheduling of LinkedIn and social media posts aligned with the Founder’s voice and brand, • Coordinate content updates across marketing materials, announcements, and deal launches, • Liaise with designers, copywriters, or external agencies where required, • Ensure consistency, accuracy, and professionalism across all outward facing communications Investor & Stakeholder Coordination • Manage communications with investors, introducers, and partners, • Schedule investor calls, site visits, and follow ups, • Support preparation of presentations, reports, and briefing materials, • Maintain a high standard of responsiveness and relationship management Founder Support & Ad-hoc Projects • Assist with strategic initiatives, research, and special projects, • Proactively anticipate priorities and resolve issues before escalation, • Provide hands on support across business, marketing, and operational needs as required Candidate Profile Essential • 3+ years’ experience as an Executive Assistant, PA, or similar role, • Strong written communication skills with attention to detail, • Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities, • Comfortable drafting professional emails, documents, and presentations, • High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism Desirable • Experience in real estate, finance, private equity, or professional services, • Exposure to investor communications, IM preparation, or marketing support, • Familiarity with LinkedIn, email marketing tools, or content scheduling, • Experience supporting a founder led or high growth business What We Offer • Direct exposure to senior decision making and live investment transactions, • A trusted, long term role within a growing investment platform, • Competitive salary, depending on experience, • Flexible working arrangements, • Opportunity to grow into a broader Operations / Marketing Manager role over time How to Apply Please submit your CV and a short cover note outlining your experience and why you would be a strong fit for LendCart.

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  • Group General Manager
    Group General Manager
    6 days ago
    £42000–£52000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    About Us: Crudo Restaurants and Tiny Wine Bar are a growing group of London venues built on fresh food, quality drinks, and Latin American hospitality. We operate three distinct sites — Crudo Covent Garden, Crudo Shoreditch, and Tiny Wine Bar in Fitzrovia. Each location has its own personality: Covent Garden is fast-paced and refined, Shoreditch is our smallest site serving quick weekday lunches and relaxed evening diners, and Tiny Wine Bar focuses on small-producer wines and Latin American-inspired tapas in an intimate setting. Job Description: As the Group General Manager at Crudo, you are responsible for the overall performance and success of our three London sites. You will oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring that each site runs efficiently, maintains high standards, and delivers exceptional guest experiences. Acting as the key link between site managers and the directors, you will take ownership of financial performance, staff management, and operational excellence across the group. This is a hands-on role, where you will be present during peak services each week at all sites, leading by example and supporting your teams while also focusing on the bigger picture of profitability, standards, and growth. Responsibilities: Staff Management • Lead and mentor Assistant Managers, Supervisors, and Head Waiters across the group., • Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management., • Ensure smooth and consistent daily operations across all venues., • Develop and implement group-wide strategies to increase sales and profitability., • Oversee financial operations across all sites, including P&L management, payroll, supplier payments, and cost control., • Maintain high standards of food, drinks, and service in every location., • Ensure every site consistently delivers exceptional guest experiences., • Work closely with the directors and Head of Customer Experience to deliver local and group-wide promotions., • Ensure all sites comply with health & safety, hygiene, licensing, and company policies. Key Responsibilities Highlighted: Progression to Group Operations Manager: To progress to Group Operations Manager, the Group GM should demonstrate the ability to scale their leadership beyond daily operations and take on a more strategic, growth-oriented role. This includes designing and implementing group-wide systems, driving innovation in customer experience, and contributing directly to expansion projects. Success in this role will position them as the operational lead for the company’s future development.

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  • Commissioning Editor (Maternity Leave cover – part time)
    Commissioning Editor (Maternity Leave cover – part time)
    7 days ago
    £43334.53 yearly
    Part-time
    London

    ABOUT THE ROLE: ELN is influential and effective in building better security for Europe through the clear and timely communication of our policy positions and research. The role of the Commissioning Editor plays a central role in delivering this work, commissioning and publishing high-quality, thought-provoking articles and publications. The post holder will ensure a professional and consistent communications and commissioning process that positions ELN and its Network as experts in their field, enabling colleagues and Network members to publish high-quality content to a high standard. The role requires a keen eye for quality content and presentation, alongside strong organisational skills to manage multiple publications and contributors to ensure a smooth and positive experience for authors throughout the process. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Publications and commissioning • Manage the commissioning, production, publication, and dissemination of project publications (reports, policy briefs, etc), including delegation to others in the Impact Team and close liaison with Policy Fellows, and monitor communications spend within project budgets., • Oversee the commissioning, publication and dissemination of timely analytical commentaries on the organisation’s website (typically 1–2 per week, subject to demand), including delegation within the Impact Team and close collaboration with the Policy and Impact Director and the Policy and Research Director, while ensuring diversity of authorship., • Oversee a regular stream of analytical content for the ELN website, ensuring relevance, quality, and timeliness., • Act as the main point of contact for external authors, supporting contributors through the publication process., • Maintain and manage our publications process and workstream from beginning to end, including devising publication schedules, regular check-ins with team members, and liaising with internal reviewers to ensure smooth and timely delivery across multiple outputs. Editorial quality and impact • Provide editorial guidance to Policy Fellows and contributors on writing for policy impact., • Ensure consistent quality control across publications, website content, newsletters, and other external communications., • Manage and oversee the copyediting of reports, policy briefs and commentaries as required, including working with internal colleagues or freelancers to do so., • Manage and oversee the design and typesetting of reports, publications, and other documents using InDesign or other design software as appropriate, including working closely with internal colleagues or freelancers., • Uphold and apply ELN’s brand, tone of voice, and visual identity across all publications. Communications and reach • Develop and support communications plans for key publications and group statements., • Oversee the ELN external newsletter and contribute to content promotion across relevant platforms., • Manage a suite of graphic templates to be used across social media, provide guidance and ensure quality control and best practices are adhered to across the ELN team., • Manage a diverse bank of images to be used on the website, in reports and other communication channels, provide guidance and ensure quality control and best practices adhered across the ELN team., • Work with colleagues to promote ELN analysis through media partners, think tanks, and policy networks., • Support diversity monitoring of contributors and help ensure a wide range of voices and perspectives. Collaboration and organisational contribution • Work closely with the Policy and Research Director, Policy and Impact Director, Policy Fellows, and Impact Team colleagues., • Advise on capacity in the Impact team to deliver requests from the Policy team and Network members., • Contribute to a positive, inclusive organisational culture aligned with ELN’s values., • Ensure communications and commissioning activities align with ELN’s mission, strategy, and operating plans., • Ensure compliance with relevant policies and good practice, including copyright, data protection, and the use of AI.

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  • Senior Technology Consultant (CTO-Level Advisory)
    Senior Technology Consultant (CTO-Level Advisory)
    12 days ago
    £70000–£75000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    KRS Infotech Limited is seeking a Senior Technology Consultant to provide CTO-level technology leadership and advisory services across complex digital initiatives for enterprise clients. This role is a UK-based position within KRS Infotech Ltd and involves delivering strategic technology leadership, architecture oversight, and engineering governance as part of KRS’s professional services offering. The role does not constitute an executive, officer, or employment position within any client organisation. Key Responsibilities • Provide senior technology leadership across designated programmes, platforms, or initiatives, • Define and evolve technology strategy, architecture, and engineering standards, • Lead technical decision-making for complex distributed systems and platforms, • Advise on scalability, security, performance, and resilience of enterprise systems, • Partner with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to align technology with business goals, • Review and guide software development practices, tooling, and delivery models, • Mentor senior engineers and technology leads within delivery teams, • Represent KRS Infotech in senior technical discussions with international clients, • Scope & Governance, • The role delivers CTO-level capability, not a CTO appointment, • Authority is limited to advisory and programme-level leadership, • No corporate officer, director, or executive authority within client organisations, • Employment, performance management, and reporting remain with KRS Infotech Ltd, • Required Skills & Experience, • Significant experience in senior technology leadership roles (e.g. Head of Engineering, Principal Architect, Technology Director, CTO-level consultant), • Strong background in enterprise software architecture and system design, • Experience leading technology strategy for large-scale, complex platforms, • Proven ability to advise senior stakeholders at executive and board-adjacent level, • Deep understanding of modern engineering practices, cloud platforms, and scalable architectures, • Experience working in consulting or professional services environments, • Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills

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  • Operations Assistant
    Operations Assistant
    24 days ago
    £26000–£29000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    About sub800 At sub800, we create flexible, managed office spaces designed around people. We believe great offices aren’t just about design — they’re about service, experience and proactive support. Our operations team sits at the heart of that experience, ensuring every client interaction is smooth, professional, and personal. The Role The Operations Assistant plays a key role in delivering a premium, concierge-level service to our clients, while supporting the smooth day-to-day running of our workspaces. You will be one of the main points of contact for client requests, taking ownership from first enquiry through to resolution. Working closely with the Operations Director and wider team, you’ll balance operational coordination with a strong focus on client satisfaction, communication and experience. This is a hands-on, varied role, well suited to someone who enjoys working with people, solving problems and taking pride in delivering an excellent service. Key Responsibilities Client Experience & Service Delivery • Act as a primary point of contact for client operational queries, delivering a friendly, professional and responsive service at all times., • Take ownership of requests from start to finish, providing clear updates and managing expectations throughout., • Build strong working relationships with clients by understanding their needs and anticipating requirements where possible., • Support client move-ins, office setups, changes and ongoing space requirements to ensure a smooth and welcoming experience. Operations & Supplier Coordination • Coordinate contractors, maintenance works, deliveries and site visits with minimal disruption to clients., • Proactively follow up with suppliers to ensure work is completed on time and to a high standard., • Identify potential issues early and work collaboratively to resolve them efficiently and professionally. Administration & Compliance • Log, track and prioritise tasks using internal systems to ensure nothing is missed., • Maintain accurate records for compliance and building documentation, including health & safety, FRA actions and access logs., • Support access management (keys/fobs), inventories and shared operational documentation. Day-to-Day Building Operations • Support events, hospitality requests and office presentation, ensuring spaces are always client-ready., • Manage ad-hoc requests alongside larger projects, responding calmly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment., • Help uphold the overall look, feel and service standards of sub800 spaces., • Respond promptly to incoming client queries, ensuring issues are resolved or escalated appropriately. What We’re Looking For Essential • A genuine passion for customer service and delivering an excellent client experience., • A hospitality-led mindset, with a natural instinct to be helpful, proactive and professional., • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal., • Highly organised with strong attention to detail., • Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, client-facing environment., • Confident dealing with clients, suppliers and contractors., • Reliable, solutions-focused and comfortable taking ownership of tasks. Desirable • Experience in hospitality, serviced offices, hotels, facilities, property or office management., • Experience coordinating suppliers or handling operational requests., • Familiarity with compliance processes or building operations., • Comfortable using Outlook, Excel/Google Sheets and task management tools. Why Join sub800 • Be part of a growing, people-focused business where service genuinely matters., • Work closely with senior leadership and gain broad operational exposure., • Enjoy a varied role where no two days are the same., • Play a visible role in shaping and delivering an exceptional client experience.

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  • Director of Human Resources
    Director of Human Resources
    1 month ago
    £48000–£53000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    JOB SUMMARY Pivot Point Advisory Limited is seeking an experienced and proactive Director of Human Resources to lead the HR function and support the company’s growth objectives. This role requires a strong HR generalist with proven experience in strategic and operational HR management. Responsibilities • Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives., • Lead HR operations including recruitment, performance management, L&D, employee relations, and succession planning., • Advise senior leadership on workforce planning, HR best practices, and organisational design., • Maintain HR policies and ensure compliance with UK employment legislation., • Drive employee engagement initiatives and contribute to a positive workplace culture., • Oversee compensation and benefits administration., • Lead HR audits, compliance processes, and prepare documentation for regulatory requirements., • Manage restructures, transitions, and other organisational change initiatives., • Provide support and coaching to managers on performance, conduct, and HR policy matters., • Design and deliver training sessions in leadership, ethics, HR compliance, and workplace culture., • sharpens and continuously improves the profile and publicity of the Company on the personnel market., • maintains and expands an external recruiting network Qualifications Master’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field. Bachelor’s degree in HR, Management, Business, or related discipline. HR professional certification (CIPD, CIPM, PHR) desirable. Experience • Strong HR experience across sectors such as consulting, oil & gas, IT, real estate, retail, or similar fields., • Experience providing HR advisory support to senior leadership., • Previous experience managing a medium sized consulting outfit would be an advantage., • Background in recruitment, performance management, HR policy design, compliance, and employee engagement., • Experience managing organisational transitions or restructures is advantageous., • Strong communication, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking skills., • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment., • Proficiency with HR systems and digital tools.

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  • Chef De Partie - King's Cross
    Chef De Partie - King's Cross
    2 months ago
    £15–£16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    An opportunity for a skilled and motivated chef with a genuine love of cooking and beautiful, ingredient-led food. Granger & Co. is looking for a Chef de Partie to join our restaurant family. ABOUT US Since we opened our doors in London in 2011, Granger & Co. has brought the relaxed, sunny Australian way of dining to the city. Our restaurants reflect the spirit that Bill Granger made known around the world: easy-going, generous excellence. Our food makes people feel good. It is full of flavour, goodness and vitality. We thoughtfully source the best possible ingredients with a sunny, colourful lightness, and the emotional comfort of food is as important to us as how it looks and tastes. We celebrate seasonality, champion local growers and suppliers and prioritise ingredients grown with care for the world. As a family-owned restaurant group that is constantly evolving, we value all employees as respected individuals and foster diversity and inclusion, with everyone given a chance to share their voice and ideas. People stay with us and grow with us, many for over a decade. THE ROLE This is a full-time position with a mix of daytime, evening and weekend shifts. As Chef de Partie, you’ll take ownership of your section, cooking delicious, fresh food with precision and care. You’ll maintain high standards of preparation and presentation, keep your station organised, and support the smooth running of the kitchen. You will work closely with senior chefs, contribute to seasonal menu changes and help nurture junior team members with generosity and patience. This role offers the chance to learn from a talented team, including our Global Culinary Director, our Head of Food and Sourcing in London, and our experienced Group Head Chef. You’ll gain exposure to exceptional produce and the people behind it—farmers, growers and producers who shape our ingredients. We understand that balance looks different for everyone and the role can be designed with flexibility in mind. ABOUT YOU Calm, organised and confident, you take pride in your craft and in working with high-quality, seasonal produce. You understand flavour, care deeply about ingredients, and enjoy being part of a busy, supportive kitchen. You are a collaborative team player who communicates well, leads by example within your section, and brings positivity and professionalism to service. You care about seasonality, sustainable sourcing and cooking with whole ingredients—and above all, you care about flavour, learning and open-minded generosity. WHAT WE OFFER We believe in real work–life balance and a culture of care. You’ll be part of a people-focused team who share a passion for fresh, everyday food. Our benefits include: • A real work-life balance in a people-first business with teams who love what they do., • An additional day of holiday for every year of service after two years., • Access to wellbeing support and private GP services through Hospitality Rewards., • Freshly made staff meals every shift., • 50% off when you dine in our restaurants (for up to four people)., • Cycle to work scheme., • Enhanced maternity pay, • Ongoing learning opportunities and visits to the farms and producers we work with We believe great food and hospitality bring people together. Our kitchens and restaurants are places where every team member is heard, supported, respected and encouraged to grow. We are proud of our inclusive culture and the positive energy it brings to our restaurants. If you are excited by the idea of cooking seasonal, ingredient-led food with a team who cares about flavour and hospitality, we would love to hear from you. Annual salary ranging from £35,000 to £38,000 per year, DOE

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  • Chef De Partie - Chelsea
    Chef De Partie - Chelsea
    2 months ago
    £15–£16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    An opportunity for a skilled and motivated chef with a genuine love of cooking and beautiful, ingredient-led food. Granger & Co. is looking for a Chef de Partie to join our restaurant family. ABOUT US Since we opened our doors in London in 2011, Granger & Co. has brought the relaxed, sunny Australian way of dining to the city. Our restaurants reflect the spirit that Bill Granger made known around the world: easy-going, generous excellence. Our food makes people feel good. It is full of flavour, goodness and vitality. We thoughtfully source the best possible ingredients with a sunny, colourful lightness, and the emotional comfort of food is as important to us as how it looks and tastes. We celebrate seasonality, champion local growers and suppliers and prioritise ingredients grown with care for the world. As a family-owned restaurant group that is constantly evolving, we value all employees as respected individuals and foster diversity and inclusion, with everyone given a chance to share their voice and ideas. People stay with us and grow with us, many for over a decade. THE ROLE This is a full-time position with a mix of daytime, evening and weekend shifts. As Chef de Partie, you’ll take ownership of your section, cooking delicious, fresh food with precision and care. You’ll maintain high standards of preparation and presentation, keep your station organised, and support the smooth running of the kitchen. You will work closely with senior chefs, contribute to seasonal menu changes and help nurture junior team members with generosity and patience. This role offers the chance to learn from a talented team, including our Global Culinary Director, our Head of Food and Sourcing in London, and our experienced Group Head Chef. You’ll gain exposure to exceptional produce and the people behind it—farmers, growers and producers who shape our ingredients. We understand that balance looks different for everyone and the role can be designed with flexibility in mind. ABOUT YOU Calm, organised and confident, you take pride in your craft and in working with high-quality, seasonal produce. You understand flavour, care deeply about ingredients, and enjoy being part of a busy, supportive kitchen. You are a collaborative team player who communicates well, leads by example within your section, and brings positivity and professionalism to service. You care about seasonality, sustainable sourcing and cooking with whole ingredients—and above all, you care about flavour, learning and open-minded generosity. WHAT WE OFFER We believe in real work–life balance and a culture of care. You’ll be part of a people-focused team who share a passion for fresh, everyday food. Our benefits include: • A real work-life balance in a people-first business with teams who love what they do., • An additional day of holiday for every year of service after two years., • Access to wellbeing support and private GP services through Hospitality Rewards., • Freshly made staff meals every shift., • 50% off when you dine in our restaurants (for up to four people)., • Cycle to work scheme., • Enhanced maternity pay, • Ongoing learning opportunities and visits to the farms and producers we work with We believe great food and hospitality bring people together. Our kitchens and restaurants are places where every team member is heard, supported, respected and encouraged to grow. We are proud of our inclusive culture and the positive energy it brings to our restaurants. If you are excited by the idea of cooking seasonal, ingredient-led food with a team who cares about flavour and hospitality, we would love to hear from you. Annual salary ranging from £35,000 to £38,000 per year, DOE

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  • Junior Sous Chef - Marylebone
    Junior Sous Chef - Marylebone
    2 months ago
    £40000–£44000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    THE ROLE This is a full-time position with a mix of daytime, evening and weekend shifts. The heart of the role is cooking delicious food and leading a happy, skilled kitchen. You will run the daily operation with pace and attention to detail, inspire the team through seasonal menu changes and teach with generosity, helping to build skills and confidence. Every dish should reflect respect for ingredients and a commitment to quality. The role offers the chance to learn from colleagues, including our Global Culinary Director, who develops across Australia, Japan, South Korea and the U.K., our Head of Food and Sourcing in London who works closely with farmers, growers and producers as well as our experienced Group Head Chef. We understand that balance looks different for everyone and the role can be designed with flexibility in mind. WHAT WE OFFER We believe in real work–life balance and a culture of care. You’ll be part of a people-focused team who share a passion for fresh, everyday food. Our benefits include: • A real work-life balance in a people-first business with teams who love what they do., • An additional day of holiday for every year of service after two years., • Access to wellbeing support and private GP services through Hospitality Rewards., • Freshly made staff meals every shift., • 50% off when you dine in our restaurants (for up to four people)., • Cycle to work scheme., • Enhanced maternity pay, • Ongoing learning opportunities and visits to the farms and producers we work with ABOUT YOU You are a warm and approachable leader who inspires through example and enjoys helping the team learn and grow. You understand flavour balance, work confidently with beautiful produce, and care about seasonality, sustainable sourcing and cooking with whole ingredients. Our restaurants are busy environments and a sense of confidence in that setting is ideal. Above all though, you care about flavour, learning and generosity. ABOUT US Since we opened our doors in London in 2011, Granger & Co. has brought the relaxed, sunny Australian way of dining to the city. Our restaurants reflect the spirit that Bill Granger made known around the world: easy-going, generous excellence. Our food makes people feel good. It is full of flavour, goodness and vitality. We thoughtfully source the best possible ingredients with a sunny, colourful lightness, and the emotional comfort of food is as important to us as how it looks and tastes. We celebrate seasonality, champion local growers and suppliers and prioritise ingredients grown with care for the world. As a family-owned restaurant group that is constantly evolving, we value all employees as respected individuals and foster diversity and inclusion, with everyone given a chance to share their voice and ideas. People stay with us and grow with us, many for over a decade. We believe great food and hospitality bring people together. Our kitchens and restaurants are places where every team member is heard, supported, respected and encouraged to grow. We are proud of our inclusive culture and the positive energy it brings to our restaurants. If you are excited by the idea of cooking seasonal, ingredient-led food with a team who cares about flavour and hospitality, we would love to hear from you.

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