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  • Sales Manager
    Sales Manager
    3 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    We are seeking an experienced and confident Sales Manager to become part of our Team at The Ascott Hospitality UK. Please note this position is on a one year fixed term contract. You will report to the Director of Sales, managing a portfolio of accounts and maintaining relationships with new businesses and established clients, to support the wider business targets. As Sales Manager you will be responsible for: Independently managing and growing a portfolio of targeted relocation and serviced apartments, booking agency accounts to achieve the maximum market share and profitability from those accounts, by implementing a detailed account management process Organising and implementing regular client activities to cement the relationship with existing accounts, in accordance with the set objectives Maintaining current knowledge of the economic environment using competitive intelligence Acting as a sales champion to initiate a sales plan and ensuring your targeted property achieves total room revenue Complying with sales and price policy defined by the group when making proposals in order to promote the high profit price scales Working with Revenue team, Residents Managers and Sales team to identify the needs for Ascott UK, and confidentially proposing and communicating the solutions to the team Being an active and strong advocate in the wider commercial function of the business, identifying new client opportunities, participating in client pitches and promoting the Ascott Hospitality by attending tradeshows, events and networking opportunities Supporting and undertaking projects to drive new business opportunities (RFP, Trade Shows, Sales Campaigns, Sales Trips) Proactively identifying, targeting and winning new accounts for the Ascott properties via a structured pipeline process Completing monthly sales reports and ensuring the sales management system is updated correctly to comply with procedures. To be successful in the role of Sales Manager, we require: At least 3 years experience within a Sales environment A degree in Hospitality, Business or International Business Excellent organisational and time management skills Proven communication and negotiation skills This is your opportunity to be part of our team as a Sales Manager. We focus on your professional and personal development, and we offer: Genuine career opportunities within our business Valuable on the job training, along with access to our digital online learning platform and numerous other learning and development opportunities A travel allowance for every day you work to contribute to your commuting cost A PERKBOX subscription with benefits, retail discounts and savings available from your first day Employee Assistance Programme Refer a Friend bonus Employee Recognition Awards Ceremony and company team parties Once you pass your probation, a special staff rate when staying in our European properties Staff incentives when you and your team perform (If relocating) 30 days of relocation accommodation within one of our properties, whilst you find permanent lodging About Us At The Ascott Limited, we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds to create a supportive and thriving workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives. A trusted hospitality company, Ascott’s presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties. Required skills: Time Management, Decision Making, Customer Service, Multitasking, Organisation Skills, Attention to Detail, Sales, Customer Focus, Communication Skills, Problem Solving

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  • Beauty Therapist
    Beauty Therapist
    10 days ago
    £15 hourly
    Full-time
    Ruislip

    Etica Clinic, renowned for exceptional customer service, innovative laser and aesthetic treatments, and advanced skin solutions, is seeking a highly motivated and sales-oriented Senior Laser/Aesthetic Therapist. This fantastic opportunity is available across our current clinic in Eastcote (HA4) and our second branch in Northwood (HA6). We are looking for a Senior Beauty Therapist who demonstrates a high standard of professionalism, meticulous attention to detail, and a friendly, outgoing, and enthusiastic personality. The ideal candidate will enjoy building strong client relationships and possess the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a dedicated team. This role requires a genuine passion for the aesthetics industry and strong commercial awareness. You will be confident in up-selling and cross-selling treatments and products, consistently working towards and exceeding daily and monthly targets. As a well-established and busy clinic, we offer a comprehensive range of aesthetic treatments, including various laser procedures and advanced skincare. We pride ourselves on maintaining an extremely professional and welcoming environment for both clients and team members. • Competitive rates of pay, • Commission pay, • Employee discount, • Flexitime, • Excellent ongoing training and development, • Immediate start, • Minimum of 3 years industry experience, specifically as a Senior Therapist, • Required 5 years of experience in laser hair removal, • NVQ Level 4 Beauty Therapy (required), • Level 4 Laser qualification preferred, • Experience in Cryopen and Advanced electrolysis, • Strong sales experience (essential), • Ability to work toward and exceed targets (essential), • Excellent communication skills, • Proven ability to build great client relationships, • Smart and professional in appearance, • Willingness to travel, • Friendly and outgoing personality, • Part-time, • Permanent, • Fixed term contract, • Freelance, • Zero hours contract

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  • House Coordinator (12 Month Fixed-Term Contract)
    House Coordinator (12 Month Fixed-Term Contract)
    23 days ago
    £14–£15 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    The Role We are currently recruiting for a House Coordinator (Fixed Term) to cover a period of maternity leave for approximately one year. The role is to ensure a welcoming and memorable experience at 1 Warwick for all members, guests, and client partnerships. You will ensure the reception experience runs smoothly and clear communication is delivered throughout the House, as the primary gatekeeper and ambassador for the House. Key Responsibilities • Ensure a hospitable service is always delivered and that all members and guests are welcomed, known by name, checked in and their needs are met and held as the priority., • Be the ambassador of knowledge on all member services and activities across Mortimer House., • Regularly communicating with the Reception Manager any updates on all reception, Member queries, feedback, and housekeeping., • Complete the new member onboarding process for all tiers of membership as communicated by membership team., • Communicate to the 1 Warwick team all relevant event information needed to deliver exceptional member experiences., • Be knowledgeable on all aspects of House programmes and manage distribution and availability of printed copy around the House., • Ensure all checklists are completed and signed off, daily, weekly, and monthly., • Ensuring the reception desk is clutter free and an engaging space to welcome people., • Manage the atmosphere, music, scent, and heating for reception and workspaces., • Communicate to Office Floor Coordinators all changes or requests from Members., • Ensure all member systems always work seamlessly, and liaising with our IT providers., • Ensure members have access to information of services, promotions, and events across both Maslow’s houses., • Management of all refreshments, technology, atmosphere, and coordination for internal and external meeting room bookings., • Ensure the reception inbox, landline and mobile communication is monitored in a timely and professional manner and in line with our brand tone of voice., • Manage restaurant bookings and enquiries/requests where needed., • Distribute member post correctly and in a timely manner., • Be the point of contact for all external contractors, logging arrival and departure times., • Ensure the Function sheets are distributed by the events team to the specific departments., • To carry out any other duties that may be required by the Reception Manager and General Manager., • Contribute to an enjoyable working environment., • Build a strong relationship with the F&B Managers and HODs to allow support in administration. Requirements: • Previous experience in a similar role, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Strong attention to detail and multitasking abilities, • Ability to work effectively in a team and under pressure., • Positive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile to exceed customer expectations., • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. In Return We Offer: • £450 Gross Refer-a-friend scheme (unlimited referrals!), • 50% discount on F&B onsite, • Reward and discounts platform, • SmartTech and CycleToWork schemes, • Access to delicious on shift meals *Please note that we do not have a Skilled Worker Sponsor License

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  • Coach Driver
    Coach Driver
    29 days ago
    £37000–£40000 yearly
    Full-time
    Hayes

    City Circle UK is recruiting experienced Touring Coach Drivers to operate our modern fleet of Scania Irizar i6 coaches for UK and international tours. This role is suited to drivers who enjoy long-distance work, multi-day tours, and delivering outstanding experiences across Europe. Responsibilities • Operate PCV vehicles on UK and European touring routes., • Manage multi-day itineraries including overnight stops., • Provide excellent customer care to tour groups., • Perform daily vehicle checks and report defects., • Comply with EU drivers' hours and tachograph rules. Requirements • PCV Category D licence., • Current Driver CPC., • Digital tachograph card., • Previous touring or long-distance coach experience preferred., • Professional, customer-focused approach. Compensation & Benefits • Up to £46,000 per year plus overtime., • Guaranteed year-round work., • Allocated vehicle, free on-site CPC training., • 28 days paid holiday., • Company pension and free parking. We are also seeking professional Corporate/Executive Coach Drivers for high-end transport services for corporate clients, VIPs, and private charters. Responsibilities • Operate luxury PCV coaches for corporate and executive travel., • Deliver professional service to high-profile clients., • Maintain vehicle cleanliness and presentation., • Conduct daily vehicle safety checks., • Represent the company to the highest professional standards. Requirements • PCV Category D licence, current Driver CPC, and digital tachograph card., • Preferred experience in corporate, executive, or private hire travel., • Excellent customer service and communication skills. Benefits • Salary up to £46,000 per year plus overtime., • Guaranteed full-time hours., • Allocated modern vehicle, free CPC training., • 28 days paid holiday with a company pension, on-site parking, and uniform provided. Experience in CPC driving for at least 2 years is required, and applicants must have work authorization in the United Kingdom. Work is primarily on the road with the benefits of a flexible contract type (full-time, part-time, permanent, or fixed-term).

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  • IT Infrastructure/Project Manager (Fixed-Term Contract – 12 Months)
    IT Infrastructure/Project Manager (Fixed-Term Contract – 12 Months)
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    London

    Job Title IT Infrastructure/Project Manager (Fixed-Term Contract – 12 Months) Location London (Hybrid / On-site as required) Contract Type Fixed-Term Contract – 12 Months (Extendable by 6 months) Overview We are a growing small business embarking on a significant phase of technology modernisation and operational expansion. We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead the planning and delivery of multiple IT initiatives, including infrastructure modernisation, system upgrades, and the introduction of new technologies to support future growth. This is a hands-on role suited to someone comfortable working in a small-business environment, managing projects end-to-end while engaging closely with stakeholders, suppliers, and technical teams. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery & Governance  Lead end-to-end delivery of IT projects, ensuring scope, timelines, budget, and quality are met.  Define project plans, milestones, risks, dependencies, and success criteria.  Produce and maintain project documentation including business cases, RAID logs, and status reports.  Act as the primary point of contact for IT projects, liaising with internal stakeholders and third-party vendors. IT Infrastructure & Systems  Oversee improvements to existing IT infrastructure, including servers, storage, networks, backup, and security.  Support the stabilisation, optimisation, and documentation of current IT environments.  Manage refresh or replacement of legacy systems where required. New IT Systems & Cloud Strategy  Lead the setup of new IT systems to support business growth and operational efficiency.  Explore, assess, and recommend options to migrate appropriate systems to the cloud (e.g. Microsoft Azure or other platforms). Cloud & Modernisation  Experience assessing, planning, and supporting cloud migrations, with a focus on Microsoft Azure.  Exposure to Microsoft Azure, including services such as: o Azure App Services o Azure Networking (VNets, NSGs, connectivity concepts) o Azure Storage solutions  Understanding of hybrid environments, integrating on-premise infrastructure with cloud-based services.  Experience or working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, using tools such as: o Azure DevOps o GitHub Actions  Comfortable working with IIS and Windows-based hosting environments, including deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting.  Ability to evaluate modernisation options from technical, operational, and cost perspectives, recommending pragmatic solutions suitable for a small business environment. Stakeholder & Vendor Management  Engage with business owners and department heads to translate business needs into technical deliverables.  Manage relationships with external suppliers, MSPs, and cloud service providers.  Support procurement activities, including vendor evaluation and contract management. Essential Skills & Experience Project Management  Proven experience delivering IT projects, ideally within small to medium-sized organisations.  Strong understanding of project delivery frameworks (PRINCE2, Agile, or hybrid approaches).  Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced, evolving environment. IT Infrastructure  Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, including: o Windows Server / Wintel environments o Virtualisation platforms (e.g. VMware or equivalent) o Networking, storage, backup, and disaster recovery concepts  Experience working closely with infrastructure engineers or MSPs. Cloud & Modernisation  Experience with Microsoft Azure (App Services, Networking, Storage) and hybrid environments.  Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).  Comfortable with IIS and Windows-based hosting.  Ability to assess and recommend practical modernisation and cloud migration solutions for small businesses. General  Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.  Commercial awareness and ability to balance technical solutions with business priorities.  Self-starter comfortable taking ownership and working with minimal supervision. Desirable Skills  Experience modernising legacy systems.  Knowledge of IT security best practices and compliance.  Exposure to SaaS platforms and modern application hosting models.  Previous experience working on fixed-term or transformation projects. What We Offer  Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future IT landscape of a growing business.  Competitive, negotiable salary.  Project completion bonus linked to successful delivery.  Autonomy and visibility within the organisation.  Hybrid working flexibility (where applicable).

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  • Senior Sales Specialist
    Senior Sales Specialist
    2 months ago
    £25350 yearly
    Full-time
    Croydon

    Gekko has an opportunity to join their team as a Senior Sales Specialist working on behalf of a global technology brand, evolving their ground breaking OEM hardware product portfolio. Your time will be spent alongside our retail partners, engaging directly with customers, showcasing the benefits of our OEM products by offering best in class demonstrations and truly bringing the brand to life through exceptional customer service. Your Package: • Salary £25,350 per annum + 10% performance bonus, • Full time, Wednesday - Sunday working week, • Ongoing personal development, • Access to employee assistance programme and Perkbox subscription, • 12 month contract Your Role: • Build and develop relationships with store management and colleagues, • Provide clear, engaging product demonstrations to customers, • Maintain a high level of product knowledge through e-learning and training courses provided, • Develop store colleagues understanding of the features, benefits and brand to aid sales, • Share your best practices and help others learn from you and the team from each other, • Ensure stores displays are compliant within brand guidelines Do you have what it takes? • Have an interest for technology and are capable of selling to achieve targets, • Take charge of brand space/concession to ensure high standards are maintained, • Possess strong communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels, • Capable of building professional relationships, • Enjoy being part of an engaging and friendly team who support each other to drive the business forward Gekko are a full service field marketing and experiential agency working across retail, B2B and digital channels. This opportunity will require you to work Wednesday to Sunday, including key bank holiday trading dates. You will be employed on a 12 month contract. At Gekko Group everyone is welcome. As an inclusive employer and workplace, our teams are encouraged to be comfortable, bringing their authentic whole selves to work. Be your best self. If you identify with the key skills and experience that we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract Contract length: 12 months Work Location: In person

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