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  • Production & Warehouse assistant- Fixed term
    Production & Warehouse assistant- Fixed term
    24 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    Job Description Production & Warehouse Assistant Fixed Contract - 6 months September 2026 The business requires an extremely capable, conscientious and multitasking individual to join our team on a fixed contract for 6 months. Based at our design studio in Kennington, this role will report to our Head of buying, supporting our in house production, studio and shop house keeping, and will be required to visit our warehouse fortnightly. This is a very hands-on role, where you will assist in matters related to product preparation, product assembly and boxing PINCH products and shop presentation maintenance. You will need an ability to work actively and collaboratively in a business that moves quickly, and has high expectations of our designs, our products, our service, and our own ability to enjoy the process as we go along. Indicative areas of activity : ● Receive, quality check and record all goods arriving at the studio, including finished products and components. ● Ensure the studio, workshop and storage areas are well organised and maintained. ● Prepare goods for fulfilment and dispatch from the studio, including packing, crating and photographing where required. ● Support with PINCH in-house production and assembly. ● Quality check goods returning to the business and re-box where required. ● Visit our warehouse and suppliers to assist with quality checking and boxing products. ● Attend to shop maintenance, repairs and snags, regular paint and finish repair. ● Print assembly instructions and prepare ancillary items for orders. ● Support the team with shop changeovers, photoshoots and events. ● Provide cover for Office Manager tasks during absence. ● Potential visits to client’s homes to trouble shoot quality issues ● Additional tasks and deliverables as they arise, suited to the business needs, role and responsibility level. Key skills: ● Super organized with an ability to multi task and prioritise ● Practical thinker ● Self starter, taking on areas of responsibility, as well as taking direction from management ● Practical, motivated thinker, with a flexible, hungry approach ● Great eye for detail ● Experienced, safe and confident in a workshop environment ● Physically energetic and willing to get hands dirty with non glam tasks ● Clean and orderly working manner ● Apple Mac proficient ● Good verbal and written communication skills ● Full clean UK driver’s license Expected approach and attitude: ● An appreciation of quality and professionalism, and things done well ● Ability to prioritise and efficiently manage own time and workload ● Professional, enthusiastic attitude, both internally and externally ● Collaborative & supportive to full team (respond positively to team member requests) ● Take ownership and initiative where appropriate ● Upwards managing to line manager ● Engaging with responsibility of issuing high value goods ● Engaging with responsibility of looking after our customers ● Build strong communication via upwards management, and regular team meetings ● Share in team PINCH ambition to be a force for good where possible This is a Mon – Fri 9am – 6pm position based in our Kennington studio, with travel as per business needs. Hours will be expected to be kept flexible at key but rare moments in the calendar.

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  • Mortgage & Protection Adviser – Self-Employed Opportunity!
    Mortgage & Protection Adviser – Self-Employed Opportunity!
    2 months ago
    £45000–£70000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Mortgage & Protection Adviser – Self-Employed Opportunity Build Your Own Business. Own Your Time. Create Your Future. Are you ambitious, self motivated, and driven to succeed? Do you want the freedom of being your own boss while benefiting from exceptional training, ongoing support, and a clear career progression pathway? We are seeking motivated individuals to join our growing team as Self-Employed Mortgage & Protection Advisers. Whether you're already CeMAP qualified, newly qualified with no practical experience, or looking to enter the industry and gain your qualifications, we provide everything you need to build a successful and rewarding career. The Opportunity As a Self-Employed Mortgage & Protection Adviser, you'll help clients achieve their homeownership and financial goals through expert mortgage and protection advice. You will advise clients on: • Residential Mortgages, • Remortgages, • First-Time Buyer Mortgages, • Buy-to-Let Mortgages, • Life Insurance, • Critical Illness Cover, • Income Protection, • Family Protection Solutions With the flexibility of self-employment, you'll have complete control over your diary, your earnings, and the growth of your business. New to the Industry? Full Training & Support Provided For candidates who do not yet hold their CeMAP qualification, we provide: Structured training and development Mentoring from experienced advisers A clear pathway into mortgage and protection advice Already CeMAP Qualified but Lack Practical Experience? Many newly qualified advisers struggle to find a business willing to invest in their development. We specialise in turning qualified candidates into successful advisers through comprehensive hands-on training, including: Mortgage broking skills and real-world client advice Lender criteria knowledge and research Sourcing system training Compliance and regulatory guidance Fact-finding and recommendation processes Sales training and client conversion techniques Case packaging and submission Lead management and relationship building Business development and self-employed success strategies Ongoing coaching and mentoring What We Offer Self-employed opportunity with unlimited earning potential Freedom and flexibility to manage your own time Full training and continuous professional development Access to industry-leading systems and support Dedicated compliance guidance Experienced mentoring and business coaching A supportive environment designed to help you succeed The opportunity to build a valuable long-term business Clear Career Progression We don't just help advisers become successful mortgage and protection specialists—we help them build long-term careers in financial services. Successful advisers will have the opportunity to progress into becoming Financial Advisers, with support towards further qualifications, professional development, and advanced advice opportunities. This creates a genuine career pathway from: Mortgage & Protection Adviser Financial Adviser allowing you to expand your expertise, increase your earning potential, and provide clients with a broader range of financial planning solutions. Who We're Looking For We are seeking individuals who are: • Hungry for success, • Self-motivated and disciplined, • Entrepreneurial in mindset, • Professional and client-focused, • Strong communicators, • Ambitious and driven to achieve their goals, • Committed to personal and professional growth Experience in sales, estate agency, banking, recruitment, customer service, or financial services is advantageous but not essential. Why Join Us? This is more than just a role—it's an opportunity to build your own business with the backing, training, and support of an experienced and successful organisation. If you're looking for flexibility, unlimited earning potential, industry-leading development, and a clear pathway to becoming a Financial Adviser, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career as a Self-Employed Mortgage & Protection Adviser.

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