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  • Head of IT Infrastructure
    Head of IT Infrastructure
    2 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    HEAD OF IT INFRASTRUCTURE - LONDON HQ As Head of IT Infrastructure, you will be the operational anchor of the team: owning the infrastructure and security estate across all 28 properties, managing a small internal team, and working closely with the VP of IT to shape the direction of the function as it grows. This role suits someone equally comfortable reading a switch config and running a team meeting, ready to take on real ownership in a fast-moving business. Based in our London Bridge office 5 days a week, with occasional travel to European properties when required. THE STAGE IS SET The stage is set for something different. We don't run conventional hotels; we build places with character and intent. What began as a small UK aparthotel portfolio has grown into a European collection recognised for design and atmosphere - and we're now entering a new chapter. As we redefine the brand and evolve our identity, we're focused on creating spaces that feel compelling, contemporary, and truly distinctive. Locke leads with bold expression; Cove by Locke refines that same spirit into a quieter, more streamlined approach. Guests come to rest, work, or escape. Comfort is a given - great beds, hot showers, genuine service. But we aim to create moments that feel memorable and a little unexpected, bringing back the sense of mood hospitality often lost. This is our backdrop. We're on an exciting journey - step on stage and play your part. THE WORK IN YOUR HANDS Team & Operational Leadership Serve as the operational day to day lead for the IT team, acting as the VP of IT's right hand Manage and develop a small team of property IT technicians Act as a key point of escalation for property teams and hotel operations across the estate Run the weekly IT operational rhythm: incident review, workload prioritisation, team check-ins Step up as VP IT cover when required, including stakeholder and executive-level escalations Build the processes and culture that make the team reliable and scalable Network & Connectivity Own the network infrastructure across all properties: switching, routing, VLANs, and Wi-Fi platforms Manage ISP and network provider relationships, holding them to SLA Lead circuit provisioning and fault resolution for new openings and existing sites Evaluate connectivity performance across the portfolio and lead improvement initiatives Cloud Infrastructure & Endpoints Own the Azure and Microsoft 365 environment: Entra ID, Intune, Defender, Exchange Online, Teams Manage the endpoint estate across corporate and property devices Maintain and evolve backup and disaster recovery arrangements for Tier 1 systems Support pre-opening IT builds end to end: network, telephony, CCTV, access control, AV and TV Security Operations Own day to day security operations: email security, endpoint detection and response, and threat monitoring Manage the MDR platform and act as first responder on security incidents Lead phishing and social engineering incident response, including guest data breach coordination Drive the security awareness training programme across the business Manage MFA, conditional access policies, and identity governance across M365 Supplier & Vendor Management Own operational relationships with managed network and technology providers, holding them to SLA Manage cloud telephony, IPTV/casting platforms, access control and CCTV infrastructure operationally Support the VP of IT in contract reviews, renewals, and supplier rationalisation decisions Documentation & Knowledge Build and maintain infrastructure documentation, network diagrams, and system runbooks Establish IT operational processes and embed them consistently across the team Ensure institutional knowledge is captured, structured, and accessible Naturally this is not intended as an exhaustive list of duties. Other duties as reasonably required will form part of this job description. THE FIRE YOU CARRY · Infrastructure and security leadership · Team development and technical mentoring · Operational ownership and accountability · Stakeholder communication across technical and non-technical audiences · Incident management and outage communication · Cross-functional collaboration · Strong technical credibility in enterprise environments YOUR PROVEN TRACK 6+ years in IT infrastructure or network engineering, with clear progression into a senior or lead position Hands-on networking: Cisco or equivalent switching and routing, VLANs, Wi-Fi controller platforms Strong working knowledge of Azure and Microsoft 365: Entra ID, Intune, Defender, Exchange Online Direct experience leading and developing a small technical team Hands-on experience managing phishing, endpoint compromise, and data breach incidents Proven ability to manage competing priorities across a multi-site environment Able to work autonomously, prioritise effectively, and make sound decisions without constant escalation Desirable Multi-site or hospitality IT background: PMS integration, guest Wi-Fi, door access, F&B systems Experience with MDR platforms: Huntress, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or similar Cloud telephony deployment or management experience ITIL Foundation or above, applied in a real operational environment Pre-opening or greenfield IT build experience Scripting or automation: PowerShell, Python European language: German, French, Czech, or Spanish WHAT WE LOOK FOR We're here to rethink what a modern lifestyle hotel can be. That takes pace, creativity, and people who enjoy working with purpose. If you're comfortable with change, motivated by ideas, and focused on crafting meaningful guest experiences, you'll do well here. We value individuals who can hold a vision, appreciate atmosphere, and want their work to have impact

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  • Mechanical Technician
    Mechanical Technician
    4 days ago
    £10–£18 hourly
    Part-time
    Borehamwood

    Cutting Edge Music Tech - On-Demand Vinyl Records We are seeking a Mechanical Technician to help us redefine the physical and digital music industry. elasticStage is building the world’s first on-demand vinyl and CD platform, unlocking physical music for the Digital Creator era. By 2030, there will be over 250 million music creators globally, most locked out of physical formats due to high minimum runs and operational complexity. elasticStage solves this through patented on-demand vinyl and CD manufacturing technology, powering a free-to-use platform where creators can produce and sell physical releases worldwide with no upfront costs or minimum quantities. And we are scaling fast: • 100,000+ creators are using the product within our first year of commercialisation., • Aiming for 20X growth by 2027., • Partnerships with SoundCloud and Amuse (with more major partners to come!)., • Shipped to 79 countries., • 4.7★ on Trustpilot and Google., • Recently raised a new funding, bringing the total capital raised to £30M., • Just moved to new office in Kings Cross. We are looking for a skilled Mechanical Technician to join our team on a short-term contract basis (1–2 weeks). This is a hands-on workshop role focused on the manufacture, finishing, inspection, and assembly of precision mechanical components and subassemblies. The successful candidate will be comfortable working from engineering drawings, using manual workshop equipment, and maintaining high standards of quality and workmanship throughout the build process. Responsibilities • Manufacture subassembly components to engineering specifications and stated tolerances., • Turn components on a manual lathe to the required dimensions and surface finish requirements., • Perform cutting operations on tubes using appropriate workshop equipment., • Carry out tube bending operations to specified geometries using dedicated bending equipment., • Bond components using two-part epoxy adhesives, including:, • Surface preparation, • Adhesive mixing, • Application, • Fixturing, • Controlled curing, • Deburr machined and cut components to remove sharp edges and ensure safe handling and functional performance., • Polish components to the required cosmetic and functional surface finish., • Inspect components during manufacture and on completion using measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, profile gauges, and visual inspection techniques., • Identify and communicate any drawing ambiguities, manufacturing concerns, or buildability issues to the Design Engineer., • Assemble finished components into subassemblies in accordance with drawings, specifications, and work instructions., • Assist with production and quality documentation as required., • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment., • Follow all relevant health and safety procedures. Requirements • Previous experience as a mechanical technician, workshop technician, fitter, or precision assembly role., • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation., • Experience operating manual workshop equipment, including manual lathes., • Experience in measuring and inspecting components using precision measuring instruments., • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work., • Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively within a fast-paced environment., • Good communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Nice to Haves • Experience with precision mechanical assembly and subassembly manufacture., • Experience working with adhesives and bonding processes., • Familiarity with tube cutting and tube bending operations., • Experience working in engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, motorsport, medical device, or other precision production environments. Benefits What We Offer • Temporary contract: 1–2 weeks, • Immediate start preferred, • Full-time, on-site role, • Competitive hourly or daily rate depending on experience, • Cutting-Edge Tech Office Environment: Work in a modern, tech-driven office environment equipped with the latest tools and technology., • Free Snacks and Beverages: Enjoy free snacks and beverages to keep you energised throughout the day., • Medical Insurance: Protect yourself with our comprehensive medical insurance plan. Work Location • This is a 5-day-per-week on-site role, working closely with teams at our production site in Elstree.

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  • Chief Engineer – Ember Locke
    Chief Engineer – Ember Locke
    3 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Chief Engineer to oversee all maintenance operations within our hotel property. The successful candidate will ensure the safety, functionality, and high standards of the building, guest rooms, and facilities while leading a small maintenance team and coordinating with external contractors. THE STAGE IS SET The stage is set for something different. We don’t run conventional hotels; we build places with character and intent. What began as a small UK aparthotel portfolio has grown into a European collection recognised for design and atmosphere - and we’re now entering a new chapter. As we redefine the brand and evolve our identity, we’re focused on creating spaces that feel compelling, contemporary, and truly distinctive. Locke leads with bold expression; Cove by Locke refines that same spirit into a quieter, more streamlined approach. Guests come to rest, work, or escape. Comfort is a given - great beds, hot showers, genuine service. But we aim to create moments that feel memorable and a little unexpected, bringing back the sense of mood hospitality often lost. This is our backdrop. We’re on an exciting journey step on stage and play your part. THE WORK IN YOUR HANDS Manage day-to-day maintenance operations across the hotel property Ensure all building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire safety, lifts, and mechanical systems) are maintained and fully operational Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house facilities Plan and manage preventative maintenance schedules Respond promptly to maintenance issues and emergency repairs Supervise, train, and motivate maintenance staff Manage maintenance budgets, stock control, and ordering of supplies Liaise with external contractors and service providers Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and hotel brand standards Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports

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  • Associate Product Manager, Digital
    Associate Product Manager, Digital
    5 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    About Us ------------ At Blank Street, we're on a mission to become the defining food and beverage brand of our generation. From the very beginning, we've set out to add a spark to ordinary experiences through elevated products, attention-to-detail, and a commitment to making every moment memorable. We're motivated by the millions of customers we serve across cities, and know that our potential is unlimited. It all starts with our people and their commitment to make magic happen each and every day. About This Role ------------------- Blank Street's Digital Product team builds and continuously elevates the digital tools and systems that enable a best-in-class customer and in-store experience across every touchpoint. This includes our mobile app, POS, and internal tools. In this role, you will support the strategy, development, and day-to-day improvement of our consumer and employee-facing products. You will spend a lot of time helping existing products run better, while also supporting the development and rollout of new products and features. That means gathering feedback from the field, triaging bugs and issues, translating what we are hearing into clear fixes for engineering, and supporting rollout and training so changes land smoothly. We're open to a range of experience levels, if a more experienced candidate is a great fit, we're open to leveling the role accordingly. Over time, we want you to grow into a builder who can proactively prototype solutions and workflows (using AI-assisted development tools) to help the team move faster. Your work is structured around three pillars: 1. Product Strategy & Research understand user problems, gather feedback, and help shape what we build., 2. Execution triage issues, support launches and rollout, write documentation, and prototype solutions., 3. Product Insights & Analytics track metrics, analyze performance, and use data to inform decisions. This role is based fully in-person at our London office. What You'll Do ------------------ Product Strategy & Research • Collaborate on Product Strategy: Work alongside product managers, designers, and engineers to define product requirements, conduct market research, and shape product roadmaps. Understand user needs and business goals to identify new opportunities., • Gather and synthesize user feedback: Collect feedback from baristas, operators, and customers, identify pain points, and translate them into pragmatic improvements. Execution • Triage issues and improve core workflows: Partner with the field and support teams to capture bugs and pain points, reproduce issues, and translate them into clear tickets, acceptance criteria, and fixes for engineering., • Support launches, rollout, and training: Help plan releases, build training and enablement materials, and support rollout to shops so changes land well in the field., • Support product development: Create and maintain clear documentation, product requirements and user stories, to keep the team aligned on goals and deliverables. Assist across the full product lifecycle from ideation to launch., • Vibe code solutions: Use AI-assisted dev tools, no-code platforms, and scrappy prototypes to test and validate ideas quickly before we commit engineering resources. Product Insights & Analytics • Track and analyze metrics: Define, track, and analyze product metrics and KPIs. Gather data to understand product performance and inform future decisions., • Build reporting and dashboards: Create and maintain dashboards and reports that give the team visibility into product health, adoption, and engagement., • Support experimentation: Help design and analyze A/B tests to validate product hypotheses. Who You Are --------------- • 2+ years in a product-adjacent role (e.g., product management, product marketing, business analysis, operations/strategy with significant product exposure)., • Evidence you can ship: you've contributed to launching or improving a digital product, feature, workflow, or process end-to-end (problem → solution → rollout/measurement)., • Hands-on experience using AI-assisted build tools (e.g., Cursor, Claude, Copilot, v0, Replit) to prototype, automate workflows, or ship working solutions., • Comfort operating in a fast-moving, cross-functional environment (Product, Design, Engineering, Ops/Field teams), with frequent context switching., • Bonus Points:, • A portfolio of things you've built with AI tools (side projects, prototypes, internal tools, automations)., • Experience with product execution tools like Linear, Asana, Notion (or similar)., • Familiarity with automation/no-code tools (Zapier, Make, Airtable, Retool, etc.)., • Exposure to consumer tech, retail, hospitality, or multi-site operations. Benefits & Perks --------------------- • Equity package, • Private health and dental insurance, • 25 days of annual leave (on top of bank holidays), along with an additional paid day a year 'to start something extraordinary' ✨ and pursue a passion, • A salary sacrifice scheme to spend on Cycle to Work, bike subscriptions, pensions and medical, • Access to 1Rebel off-peak classes at the sites near our office, for free!, • Exclusive access to our coveted Regulars program – yes, that means free coffee, matcha and more! ☕️✨, • Great culture with regular team events

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  • Football Coach
    Football Coach
    16 days ago
    £5–£15 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Football Partner Network Representative (Commission-Based, Remote) About Regista Football Regista Football is a premium football brand focused on delivering high-performance footballs to clubs, academies, schools, colleges, universities, and football organisations across the United Kingdom. Our footballs are engineered to FIFA certification standards and designed to provide exceptional durability, consistent performance, and professional-level feel at an accessible price point. As we continue to expand, we are seeking well-connected individuals to join the Regista Football Partner Network. About the Opportunity This is a commission-based commercial partnership opportunity designed for individuals with established relationships within football, education, and sports environments. This is not a traditional sales role. Instead, the position focuses on identifying football organisations that regularly purchase footballs and introducing them to Regista Football. Once an introduction is made, our team manages the entire process including quotations, pricing, order processing, fulfilment, logistics, and customer support. Partners earn commission for successful introductions and continue to receive recurring commission on qualifying repeat purchases. Key Responsibilities • Identify football clubs, academies, schools, colleges, universities, leagues, and tournament organisers that regularly purchase footballs, • Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers, • Introduce qualified organisations to Regista Football, • Gather basic information regarding football requirements and purchasing needs, • Identify opportunities for ongoing partnership development within your network, • Act as a trusted representative of the Regista Football brand What We Offer • Up to 10% commission on qualifying orders, • 12 months recurring commission on repeat purchases from referred organisations, • Fully remote and flexible working, • No sales targets or quotas, • No financial investment required, • No responsibility for stock, logistics, fulfilment, or payment collection, • Opportunity to monetise existing football and educational networks, • Long-term partnership potential with a growing football brand Who We're Looking For We are particularly interested in hearing from: • Football coaches, • Club secretaries, • Academy directors and staff, • League officials, • Tournament organisers, • PE teachers and Heads of PE, • Sports development professionals, • Individuals with established football or educational networks Important Information This is a commission-based partnership opportunity and does not provide a fixed salary. Success in this role is driven by the strength of an individual's network and ability to introduce organisations that regularly purchase football equipment. If you have strong connections within football and would like to create a recurring income stream through those relationships, we would welcome your application.

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  • Web Designer
    Web Designer
    16 days ago
    £15–£20 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    The Role We aren’t looking for just another web designer who builds a site and walks away. We are looking for a Digital Architect. You will be the bridge between aesthetic user experience, intelligent automation, and explosive audience growth. In this role, you will own our digital footprint. You will design high-converting web experiences, but you will also integrate AI-driven workflows to automate our backend and leverage SEO-forward content strategies to turn our social channels into lead-generation machines. What You’ll Be Doing 1. Web Architecture & Design (The Foundation) • Design and develop responsive, high-performance websites using [WordPress/Webflow/Custom Stack]., • Implement UI/UX best practices to maximize conversion rates and reduce bounce rates., • Integrate AI-powered chatbots and dynamic personalization tools to improve visitor engagement. 2. AI Automation & Workflow Integration • Build and maintain automation workflows (using tools like Zapier, Make.com, or custom API scripts) to connect our website, CRM, and social media platforms., • Utilize AI tools (e.g., GPT-4, Midjourney, Jasper) to streamline content creation, personalized email campaigns, and customer support ticketing., • Implement automated data collection to drive smarter A/B testing and design iterations. 3. Social Media & SEO Growth Engine • The SEO Lead: Execute advanced on-page and technical SEO strategies. You don’t just "write for Google"—you structure data to dominate search rankings., • Content Management: Oversee our multi-platform content calendar. You’ll use AI to repurpose blog posts into high-performing social clips, threads, and newsletters., • Audience Scaling: Manage growth campaigns. We aren’t looking for vanity metrics; we want followers and subscribers who actually convert. You will optimize our social social-to-site funnels to create a viral growth loop. Who You Are • A "Hybrid" Thinker: You understand the color theory of a beautiful landing page as well as the logic of a complex automation workflow., • Data-Obsessed: You know that a pretty design is useless if it doesn't convert. You live for analytics, heatmaps, and trend reports., • AI-Fluent: You don’t fear AI; you view it as a superpower. You stay ahead of the curve on new tools that can save time and increase ROI., • Growth-Minded: You understand the mechanics of how content goes viral and how to convert an Instagram follower into an email subscriber. Required Skills & Toolkit • Design: Figma, Adobe CC, [Your preferred Web Builder]., • Automation: Make (Integromat), Zapier, or Python proficiency., • SEO/Analytics: SEMrush/Ahrefs, Google Analytics 4, Search Console., • Content/Social: Experience with social media scheduling/management tools (e.g., Buffer, Hootsuite, or Metricool)., • AI: Proficiency in prompt engineering for content creation and workflow automation. Why Join Us? • Freedom to Innovate: We want your ideas. If you see a better way to automate a task or a new social trend to capitalize on, we want you to run with it., • Impact: Your work will directly correlate to our follower count and revenue growth., • Growth: We invest in your learning, giving you access to the latest AI tech and marketing certifications.

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  • Azure Platform Engineer / Cloud Operations Architect
    Azure Platform Engineer / Cloud Operations Architect
    20 days ago
    £45000–£55000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Overview We are seeking an experienced Azure Platform Engineer / Cloud Operations Architect to join our dynamic IT team. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure solutions across multiple platforms including Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, and OpenStack. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing scalable, secure, and efficient cloud architectures that support our organisation’s digital transformation initiatives. A strong background in service-oriented architecture (SOA), solution architecture, and cloud computing principles is essential. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud projects, optimise existing systems, and contribute to the development of innovative cloud-based solutions. Responsibilities • Design and implement cloud infrastructure solutions using Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, and OpenStack., • Develop and maintain scalable, secure, and reliable cloud architectures aligned with organisational needs., • Collaborate with development teams to facilitate application deployment using DevOps practices and tools such as Jenkins, Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, Chef, PowerShell, Bash scripting, and Git., • Manage containerisation platforms including Docker and Kubernetes to support microservices architecture., • Integrate various web services and APIs to ensure seamless interoperability across platforms., • Oversee virtualisation environments using VMware and other hypervisors to optimise resource utilisation., • Implement automation for deployment pipelines and infrastructure management through Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform and CloudFormation., • Monitor system performance and security; troubleshoot issues related to cloud infrastructure or applications., • Ensure compliance with security standards by managing VPNs, firewalls, encryption protocols, and access controls within cloud environments., • Stay abreast of emerging trends in cloud computing such as SaaS, PaaS, IaaS models, IoT integration, and system design best practices. Qualifications • Proven experience in solution architecture and cloud infrastructure management across multiple platforms including Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, and OpenStack., • Strong understanding of service-oriented architecture (SOA), microservices design principles, and web services (RESTful APIs)., • Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, Ruby on Rails, JavaScript or PowerShell for automation and development tasks., • Extensive knowledge of operating systems including Windows and Linux environments., • Hands-on experience with containerisation tools like Docker and orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes., • Familiarity with databases including Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL/MariaDB, PostgreSQL, Oracle Database or NoSQL options like MongoDB or DynamoDB., • Experience with DevOps tools such as Jenkins, Git version control system; configuration management tools like Ansible or Puppet; CI/CD pipelines; T-SQL; Shell scripting; PowerShell; Bash scripting., • Knowledge of network security protocols including VPNs; experience managing cloud security policies is desirable., • Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or AWS Certified Solutions Architect are advantageous but not essential. This role is ideal for a proactive professional passionate about advancing their expertise in cloud architecture while contributing to innovative technological solutions within a collaborative environment. Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year Benefits: • UK visa sponsorship Work Location: Hybrid remote in London E16

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  • Electrician
    Electrician
    24 days ago
    £30000–£50000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Job Overview: We are seeking a skilled and innovative Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in high-end residential electrical install, with experience in system design and a solid understanding of technical hardware. This role involves working on diverse projects, from initial concept through to implementation, ensuring that all designs meet the required specifications and standards.Salary will reflect experience, we tend to like to discuss salary expectations with prospective candidates and collaboratively decide on a number both parties are happy with. Responsibilities: • Design and develop electrical systems and components, ensuring compliance with industry standards., • Conduct root cause analysis to troubleshoot and resolve issues in existing systems., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical systems with mechanical components., • Develop firmware for programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to enhance system functionality., • Perform signal processing tasks to analyse data from various sensors and devices., • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and advancements in the electrical industry., • Feedback site status and requirements using job sheet software., • Take responsibility and care for the tools and equipment provided to you., • Communicate between multiple other trade companies we may be working with, from designers to architects, you will need to be able to work collaboratively as well as preemptively prepare for third-party delays. Skills: • NVQ3 & AM2 qualified., • Test + Inspection (EICR) on single phase and three phase installations including documentation., • Excellent presentation, from your work to your appearance, always be well presented, ensure uniform is correct etc. We have quite a high-end client profile so a uniformed front in all aspects of the job is necessary., • Install cable managements and enclosures including internal wiring to a high standard., • Expertise with installing WiFi / LAN systems, • Good understanding of heating systems, including control issue diagnosis., • Hands-on experience with soldering and surface mount technology (SMT)., • Knowledge of lighting dimming protocols and ability to identify and fault find all protocols (eg. phase, 0-10v, DALI), • Passion and a keen interest for what we do! The range of projects we work on is so exciting and we are looking for someone to join the team and be as in invested in our expansion and success as we are., • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while managing individual responsibilities effectively. Benefits: • Travel expense covered., • Company pension plan., • Quarterly team socials., • Any further training or updated training covered. We look forward to reviewing your application, good luck!

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