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  • Work Shadowing
    Work Shadowing
    8 hours ago
    Part-time
    London

    Work Experience Placement Programme – July 2026 Location: Canary Wharf, London, E14 4QZ Duration: 4–6 Weeks (Starting July 2026) Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Blake Corporate Limited is offering a 4–6 week Work Experience Placement for college and university students interested in gaining practical insight into the professional business services sector. If you are interested and keen in learning basics of one or more of the following sectors: • Business administration and office operations, • Financial reporting and analysis, • Accounting and bookkeeping processes, • Taxation and compliance procedures, • Business research and market analysis, • Client relationship management, • Business planning and strategy development, • International and UK business formation processes, • Professional communication and report preparation, • Project coordination and organisational skills This programme is designed for motivated students seeking practical experience within a professional business environment. Participants will work alongside experienced consultants and gain insight into a range of business functions while developing essential skills that will support their future careers through shadowing, observations and learning activities. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 5 days and invited to attend an interview at our Canary Wharf office. We regret that we are only able to contact limited applicants due to time constraints. Please note: This is an unpaid work experience placement intended to provide students with practical exposure to the business consultancy sector.

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  • Business Development Manager
    Business Development Manager
    5 days ago
    £45000–£55000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Role Overview J Art & Design is seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager to support the company’s continued growth within the interior design and creative consultancy sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing client relationships, promoting the company’s design services, and supporting business growth through strategic partnerships and market development. This role combines business development, marketing, client engagement, and project coordination to enhance brand awareness and expand the company’s presence across residential, commercial, and hospitality sectors. The Business Development Manager will work closely with the management and design teams to convert business opportunities into successful projects while maintaining high standards of client service and professional representation. Key Responsibilities • Develop and implement business development strategies aligned with the company’s commercial objectives and growth plans., • Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the residential, commercial, hospitality, and property sectors., • Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, architects, developers, contractors, suppliers, and other industry partners., • Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify emerging trends and potential business opportunities., • Promote the company’s interior design, branding, and creative consultancy services through networking, exhibitions, business events, and digital channels., • Prepare business proposals, presentations, quotations, and client pitches to secure new projects., • Coordinate with the design team to ensure client requirements are communicated effectively and projects are delivered successfully., • Monitor sales activities, business development performance, and client engagement, providing regular reports and recommendations to senior management., • Maintain accurate client records and business opportunities through CRM systems and internal databases., • Represent the company professionally at client meetings, networking events, exhibitions, and industry functions. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Management, or a related discipline., • Proven experience in business development, sales, account management, or client relationship management., • Strong commercial awareness and excellent negotiation skills., • Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to build lasting client relationships., • Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities., • Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a creative and fast-paced environment. Desirable Requirements • Experience within the interior design, architecture, property, construction, creative, or luxury lifestyle sectors., • Experience in marketing, branding, or digital business promotion., • Knowledge of project coordination and client relationship management within design consultancy services., • Existing professional network within the design, property, or construction industries would be advantageous.

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  • Senior Associate, Global Food & Beverage Strategy
    Senior Associate, Global Food & Beverage Strategy
    7 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    About Blank Street Blank Street is on a mission to become the defining food & beverage brand of our generation. At 100+ locations, we've built one of the fastest-growing consumer brands in the US and UK, and are quickly becoming the go-to spot for the next generation of coffee and matcha drinkers. With a large global roadmap ahead, we're shaping the future through elevated beverages, thoughtful store designs, and hospitality-driven experiences. Start Something Extraordinary... As our Senior F&B Strategy Associate, you'll be a key member of the Global Food & Beverage team, helping shape the future of our menu in all geos. Your mission: elevate Blank Street's menu through standout seasonal launches, thoughtful menu design, unique merchandising, and uncompromising product quality, ensuring every item we serve is something our customers truly love. Equal parts strategic and operational, we're looking for someone who combines creative instinct and an exceptional palate with sharp strategic and analytical skills. This role will also serve as a key cross-functional collaborator for the product function in the UK office. The role will report into the Global Product Strategy Lead and also work closely with the other function heads (Beverage Innovation, Product Quality) and the Global Product Director. This role has a clear path to a leadership position within the UK market. What You'll Own • Own Product Performance Reporting & Insights: Analyze performance data, customer feedback, and operational input to generate meaningful insights that influence product strategy., • Drive Planning & Execution of Product Launches: Lead end-to-end planning and execution of seasonal and evergreen food and beverage launches, aligning cross-functional partners, and ensuring on-time, high-quality execution., • Organize the UK Product function: Lead project management for ongoing product pilots in the UK office by working closely with our UK Beverage Program Manager and UK Food Program Manager, • Support Global Product Strategy & Research: Support key product business decisions, such as pricing, product optimization, flavor innovation, LTO launches, and category expansion. Create concise, well-structured decks, memos and briefs to drive alignment and decision-making across teams. Who We're Looking For • 4+ years in management consulting or in-house strategy at a consumer goods, retail, or hospitality company where you've shaped strategic direction, • Bonus if you have direct experience bringing products from ideation to market, • Strong analytical thinker who is and skilled at turning incomplete data into actionable insights, • Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives with competing deadlines, • Wealth of knowledge or love for F&B, consumer retail brands, and extremely good taste, • True people person - collaborative, team-first mindset with the ability to build trust and influence across functions, • Clear and confident communicator who adapts messaging based on audience and context, • Bias for action, when something needs doing, you roll up your sleeves and figure it out, • Super comfortable with PPTX, Excel, G-sheets, • Must be based in London and available to work in-person at least 4 days per week 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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  • Marketing Manager
    Marketing Manager
    1 month ago
    £34000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    Cranbrook, Ilford

    Job Purpose The Marketing Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic marketing and business development initiatives to promote the organisation’s educational and training services, increase student enrolment, enhance brand awareness, and support the overall commercial growth of South London Learning Centre. The role requires managing both digital and traditional marketing activities, maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders, and ensuring the organisation remains competitive within the education and training sector. Key Duties and Responsibilities • Develop, implement, and manage the organisation’s overall marketing and promotional strategy in line with business objectives and growth targets., • Plan and execute marketing campaigns to promote educational courses, training programmes, workshops, and student recruitment initiatives., • Manage the organisation’s digital marketing activities, including website content, social media platforms, email campaigns, SEO, and online advertising., • Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for business growth within the education and training sector., • Build and maintain the organisation’s brand identity, ensuring consistency across all marketing materials and communications., • Develop marketing materials including brochures, advertisements, newsletters, presentations, and promotional content for both online and offline use., • Coordinate student engagement and outreach campaigns to attract prospective learners and increase enrolment numbers., • Establish and maintain relationships with educational partners, community organisations, recruitment agencies, and external stakeholders to support business development activities., • Monitor and analyse the performance of marketing campaigns, website traffic, student enquiries, and conversion rates, preparing reports and recommendations for senior management., • Manage the organisation’s advertising budget and ensure cost-effective allocation of marketing resources., • Liaise with external marketing agencies, designers, printers, and digital service providers where required., • Organise promotional events, educational fairs, seminars, workshops, and networking activities to increase the visibility of the organisation., • Ensure compliance with advertising standards, data protection requirements, and all relevant regulatory obligations in relation to marketing activities., • Support senior management in identifying new commercial opportunities, partnerships, and service expansion initiatives., • Supervise junior marketing or administrative staff involved in promotional and communications activities where applicable.

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  • Business Development Executive
    Business Development Executive
    1 month ago
    £42000 yearly
    Full-time
    Wembley

    Business Development Executive Position: Business Development Executive Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £42000 – £42500 (based on experience) + bonus scheme Job Description: SWIFT-PAYUK LIMITED is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Development Executive to join our dynamic team in Wembley. In this role, you will play a key part in identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and driving growth across our core service areas — business consultancy, payment processing, and digital solutions. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute strategies to acquire new clients and grow existing accounts Deliver tailored consultancy solutions to entrepreneurs and small businesses Promote our services including business registration, bank setup, website design, and card payment solutions Conduct market research to identify new trends and opportunities Prepare and deliver compelling proposals and presentations Manage the full business development cycle from lead generation to closing deals Collaborate with marketing and technical teams to align goals and execution Maintain accurate sales records, forecasts, and performance reports Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 3+ years in business development, consultancy, or B2B sales Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills Solid understanding of digital platforms, CRM systems, and marketing tools Self-driven, organized, and results-oriented

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