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  • Commercial Manager
    Commercial Manager
    1 day ago
    £31300–£49500 yearly
    Full-time
    Cranbrook, Ilford

    Sheen Engineering Consultants Ltd is looking for a Commercial Manager to support the directors with the commercial and business development side of our engineering consultancy. The successful candidate will help the company develop its client base, identify new business opportunities and support the commercial management of projects and services. The main duties will include: - Developing and supporting the company's commercial strategy. - Identifying new business opportunities in the engineering, construction. - Building and maintaining good relationships with existing and potential clients. - Preparing quotations, proposals and tender documents. - Supporting the directors with pricing and commercial decisions. - Reviewing client requirements and helping to develop suitable proposals for Sheen's services. - Monitoring commercial opportunities and following up potential projects. - Researching market trends and competitor activity. - Identifying opportunities to expand the company's services and client base. - Supporting the management of commercial contracts and client agreements. - Monitoring the progress of commercial activities and preparing reports for the directors. - Working with the technical team to ensure proposals and services meet client requirements. - Supporting the directors with business planning and company growth. - Maintaining accurate records of clients, enquiries, quotations and business opportunities. Person specification (Skill, Qualification, Experience): Essential: - Degree in Business Management, International Business, Business Administration, Marketing, Commerce or a related subject. - Good understanding of commercial and business management principles. - Good communication and interpersonal skills. - Good analytical and problem-solving skills. - Good organisational and time-management skills. - Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with clients. - Ability to identify and develop new business opportunities. - Good negotiation and presentation skills. - Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Desirable: - Masters degree in relevant subject - Previous experience in commercial management, business development or operational management. - Experience working with professional services businesses. - Experience preparing quotations, tenders or commercial proposals. - Experience managing client relationships and commercial contracts. ​Are you adaptable, motivated, and ready to make an impact? We recognize that great talent comes from diverse backgrounds, and the ideal candidate may not meet every single bullet point listed above. This job description serves as a guide rather than an exhaustive list of requirements. If you bring a strong work ethic, a passion for commercial growth, and a eagerness to learn within a dynamic engineering consultancy, we strongly encourage you to apply.

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  • Property Acquisition Partner - Commission Only
    Property Acquisition Partner - Commission Only
    12 days ago
    £30000–£100000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Property Acquisition Partner - Commission Only (£500-£2,000 per Opportunity) Location: London Zones 1-3, with a focus on Prime Central London Contract: Self-employed independent contractor Compensation: Commission only Hours: Flexible Experience: At least one year of sales experience required Help Grow a Luxury Short-Stay Property Network MadeStays is a property-technology company and luxury short-stay platform trusted by more than 3,000 guests. We help owners and operators position their homes for the global luxury short-stay market. Our proposition combines distribution across more than 10 rental channels with interior-design and presentation consultancy, access to professional photography, editorial listing creation, connected booking technology and the coordination of five-star short-stay experiences. Suitable homes can be distributed through MadeStays.com and channels including Marriott, Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, Google Vacation Rentals, Plum Guide, Blueground Secret Escapes & more. We are looking for commercially driven Acquisition Partners to identify and introduce suitable London property owners and operators. This is a flexible, self-employed and commission-only opportunity. There is no salary, guaranteed income, fixed schedule or guaranteed workload. Why Join MadeStays? • Earn £500-£2,000 for each successful qualifying opportunity., • Work flexibly around your existing career, business or commitments., • Source opportunities independently while accessing MadeStays’ technology-led property acquisition engine., • Use a dedicated platform to claim opportunities, record activity and manage your pipeline., • Receive structured onboarding, approved sales materials and support from MadeStays., • Increase your opportunity access through consistent activity, quality and results. What You Will Do As an Acquisition Partner, you will: • Identify suitable homes, owners and professional operators across London Zones 1-3., • Research and approach potential property partners., • Introduce the MadeStays proposition clearly and professionally., • Understand each prospect’s property, objectives and preferred level of involvement., • Explain how MadeStays could improve the property’s presentation, reach, booking management and guest experience., • Submit qualifying opportunities through the MadeStays platform., • Progress conversations towards an owner consultation and potential agreement., • Maintain accurate updates and dated next actions., • Work with MadeStays as properties progress through assessment, contracting and onboarding. Acquisition Partners cannot approve properties, select the final service model, change commercial terms, guarantee financial performance or enter into agreements on behalf of MadeStays. Build With Your Network - and Ours Develop opportunities through your own relationships and prospecting while gaining performance-based access to MadeStays’ property acquisition engine. The lead engine identifies and organises prospective opportunities by territory, providing eligible partners with a structured pipeline of owners and operators to claim, contact and progress. This is more than a static lead list. Opportunity ownership, communication history, activity and next actions are managed through one connected system. Access depends on opportunity availability, territory, performance, lead quality and compliance with the Acquisition Partner Agreement. A specific number of leads or successful outcomes is not guaranteed. What You Will Be Introducing MadeStays helps owners and operators improve how qualifying homes are positioned, presented, distributed, booked and operated. Our platform brings availability, bookings, guest communication, operational coordination and reported earnings into one place, giving property partners a more connected way to manage and grow their short-stay business. Owners can retain responsibility for delivering the physical stay while MadeStays manages the commercial marketing and booking layer. For suitable London homes, Fully Managed provides more comprehensive commercial and operational support. Every property assessed. Only qualifying homes published. Commission Commission is determined by the service model, exclusivity and property category: • £500 for an approved Marketing & Booking operator., • £1,000 for an exceptional Marketing & Booking operator, subject to written approval., • £1,000 for an approved Fully Managed property., • £2,000 for an exceptional Fully Managed property, subject to written approval., • Bespoke written commission for Fully Managed multi-property portfolios. MadeStays determines the final service model, property classification and applicable commission. Commission is earned and paid according to the current Acquisition Partner Agreement. Who We Are Looking For You must have: • At least one year of sales experience., • Confidence approaching property owners and business decision-makers., • Strong written and verbal communication., • The ability to work independently and manage a sales pipeline., • Good organisation and consistent follow-up habits., • Familiarity with London and and property marketing and its property market. Experience in estate agency, lettings, property sourcing, hospitality, recruitment, business development or another commission-led environment is particularly relevant. Existing property relationships are helpful but not required. How to Apply Apply through our partner page at https://madestays.com/partners/apply?src=indeed We will verify that you have at least one year of sales experience. Eligible applicants will then receive the Acquisition Partner Agreement, onboarding information and instructions for getting started.

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  • Business Development Executive
    Business Development Executive
    22 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    About OhMyFood Join OhMyFood as we launch London’s first home‑cooked food marketplace. This role begins with a 45‑day remote training period, designed to help you learn our systems and outreach processes. On your 30th day, we’ll conduct a formal review and discuss conversion into future full‑time opportunities based on performance, business needs, and role availability. You’ll help us grow area‑by‑area by reaching home chefs, building community partnerships, and supporting early customer acquisition. Ideal for someone confident, people‑friendly, organised, and excited to help build a food‑tech startup from the ground up. What You’ll Do • Reach out to home chefs, food creators, community leaders, and local partners., • Explain the OhMyFood opportunity and support chef onboarding., • Build relationships with student groups, residential communities, South Asian networks, and local organisations., • Support customer acquisition through online/offline outreach., • Research high‑potential London areas for Phase 1 launch., • Manage outreach trackers, leads, follow‑ups, and partnerships., • Work with marketing on referral campaigns and community engagement., • Collect feedback from chefs and communities to improve launch strategy., • Represent OhMyFood professionally in all conversations. What We’re Looking For • Experience in BD, sales, partnerships, community growth, marketing, operations, hospitality, or startups., • Strong communication and people skills., • Comfortable reaching out via LinkedIn, WhatsApp, email, calls, and communities., • Organised, proactive, and able to take ownership., • Interest in food, community, startups, or marketplaces., • Knowledge of London communities is a plus. Why Join Us • Build the growth engine of a real marketplace business., • Work directly with the founder + core teams., • Hands‑on experience in BD, partnerships, community growth, and launch strategy., • 30‑Day HR Review → discuss continuation, extended responsibilities, or conversion., • Conversion Pathway → potential full‑time roles as we scale., • Certificate of Completion + Letter of Recommendation for exceptional performance., • Be part of a brand built on food, community, and everyday comfort.

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