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Release is seeking to appoint a Supervising Solicitor for Community Care— with genuine flexibility for part‑time or full‑time working — to help shape and expand our legal services at the intersection of social justice and community care law. This role is particularly well‑suited to candidates seeking reduced hours, portfolio careers, or a position that allows for balance alongside caring responsibilities, or other commitments. The successful candidate will join a values‑driven organisation delivering high‑quality casework, innovative community‑based legal services, and strategic litigation aimed at systemic change. Person Specification Essential • Minimum 4 years + post qualified solicitor with a current practising certificate, and, • Minimum 3 years + substantial experience in legal aid casework, supervision and/or compliance, and, • Minimum 1 year + experience of supervising others, and, • Experience in public law, housing law, and/or community care law within legal aid practice, and, • Strong commitment to social justice, harm reduction, and trauma-informed practice., • Approved legal aid supervisor with the Legal Aid Agency. Desirable • Experience working in a charity or non-profit organisation., • Experience supporting or contributing to strategic litigation or test case work., • Understanding of the impact of drug policy and criminalisation on marginalised communities., • Experience in developing new services, partnerships, or funding-linked delivery models. Important notice: For this job, Release will only consider applications from those who already have the right to live and work in the UK. See the Home Office Immigration & Nationality Directorate for information on the UK Government's immigration policy. About the Role The Supervising Solicitor for Community Care – Legal Aid is a key role in shaping and strengthening Release’s legal services. Working closely with the Joint Head of Legal Services and Executive Director, and in collaboration with other colleagues, you will supervise the delivery of high-quality legal advice and representation, supporting the growth of legal aid practice whilst ensuring Release continues to train and develop social justice lawyers for the future. We are looking for an experienced legal aid practitioner who is strongly committed to social justice and the legal rights of marginalised communities, and who wants to build leadership experience in a movement-led organisation. The role will combine hands-on practice, leadership, supervision and compliance responsibilities. Please note: We do not expect the postholder to generate legal aid income at a multiple of their salary. While we do aim to grow legal aid income across the team to an initial target of £15,000–£25,000 per annum, the focus of this role is on developing high‑quality legal aid practice and building sustainable income collectively, as part of a mixed‑income organisational model. As Supervising Solicitor for Community Care – Legal Aid, you will: • Support Strategic Development: Contribute to developing the direction and priorities of Release’s legal services, including expanding legal aid work and strengthening access to justice., • Provide Practice Supervision: Support a multidisciplinary team of solicitors, legal advisers and volunteers to deliver excellent, trauma-informed legal support. Support and mentor team members on how to adhere to legal aid file compliance, time recording and CCMS applications., • Ensure Quality and Compliance: Help ensure consistent regulatory compliance and quality assurance across legal casework, including legal aid requirements., • Strengthen and Grow Services: Help develop and improve legal service delivery models, including responding to emerging needs and client priorities., • Contribute to Systemic Change: Support Release’s wider mission by helping connect legal services with policy, research, and advocacy work. This role is ideal for someone with legal aid expertise and management potential, who wants to take a meaningful step into leadership whilst continuing to centre client care, justice and harm reduction.

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Service Charge Analyst located at our Head Office in Islington. £35,000.00 per annum (pro rata), working 35 hours per week. Fixed Term Contract for 6 months. Our benefits include: • Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service, • A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x pensionable salary (T&Cs apply), • Free DBS All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. To play a key role in Look Ahead's review of service charge structures across its commissioned and non-commissioned housing portfolio. They will draft new service charge schedules, provide clear written rationales for all proposed charges, and liaise directly with local authorities and housing benefit to explain and agree new charges for 2026-27. What you'll do: This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead Review and Rebuild Service Charge Budgets • Lead on the zero-based review of existing rent and service charge budgets across Look Ahead's full housing portfolio. Draft and Implement New Service Charges Schedules • Produce accurate and transparent service charges schedules for each scheme, distinguishing between eligible and ineligible costs in line with housing benefit guidance and provide summary rationale for each cost element. Liaise with Local Authorities, Housing Benefit Teams and Owning Landlords • Act as key contact for Housing Benefit teams, representing Look Ahead in rent and service discussion for 2026-27. Collaboration and Internal Coordination • Working closely with finance colleagues to align service charges budgets with proposed schedules for 2026-27. Compliance, Reporting and Improvement • Ensure full compliance with DWP guidance (including circulars A4/2014 and A1/2023), HB regulations, and Regulator of Social Housing requirements. About you: • Highly organised, able to manage competing priorities and deliver to tight deadlines in a time-limited role., • Analytical and methodical, with a strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, auditable records. What you'll bring: Essential: • Substantial experience reviewing or setting service charges within supported or social housing., • Proven experience preparing enhanced Housing Benefit claims and engaging directly with local authority housing benefit teams., • Experience of building or reviewing budgets using a zero-based or baseline-up approach., • Strong understanding of Housing Benefit regulations relating to exempt and specified accommodation, including eligible and ineligible costs. Desirable: • Experience working in an interim, project-based, or time-limited role., • Experience supporting or contributing to a full service charge review for a registered provider. About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Income Officer to join our Landlord and Customer Service team located in our Head Office in Islington. £36,000.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week. Want to feel in control of your career? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. Our benefits include: • Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service, • Free DBS, • A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x Pensionable Salary (T&Cs apply) All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. The Income Officer is responsible for delivering frontline income management activity across a defined patch of Look Ahead's supported housing services, including both commissioned services and housing for people with vulnerabilities living in the community. What you'll do: This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead Rent Collection and Arrears Management • Manage rent and service charge accounts across a defined patch, ensuring payments are Housing Benefit, Universal Credit and Income Stability • Liaise with Housing Benefit, Universal Credit and Department for Work and Pensions teams to support claims, verify information and resolve delays or discrepancies affecting rent accounts. Court and Legal Process Support • Prepare documentation and evidence for legal action in relation to rent arrears, under Cross-Team Working and Communication • Work closely with Housing Operations, Income colleagues and Care and Support teams Record-Keeping, Compliance and Quality • Maintain accurate, timely and auditable records for all income-related activity on the housing management system. This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead. • Income Manager and Income Team About you: • Fair-minded and approachable, with the ability to build constructive working Skills and Abilities • Ability to communicate clearly, professionally and sensitively with tenants, colleagues and partner agencies. What you'll bring: Essential: • Experience of working in an income-related role within social housing, supported housing, or a similar environment is required. Desirable: • Experience of working within supported housing, homelessness services or other settings supporting people with vulnerabilities. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

15 Month Fixed Term Contract | Full Time | Competitive salary + Excellent Benefits Location: London Make a Difference Every Day For more than 100 years, the RAF Benevolent Fund has been supporting the RAF Family. We are a key partner in the Royal Air Force’s mission to look after its people during and after service, ensuring that this service is valued, recognised, and people are supported even when uniforms are eventually shed. We are a national charity with international reach, delivering emotional, financial and practical support wherever and whenever it is needed. Each year, our vital services and support continued to help those serving, families, veterans, and the bereaved, in 30 other countries and in 2024 more than 64,000 people benefitted from the charity’s work. As an organisation, we encourage learning and development and there will be ample opportunity to learn more about the Royal Air Force, the broad impact of the Fund’s work as well as developing your own skillset. Do you want to play a part in what we do? People are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we: • Provide personalised support to members of the RAF Family – listening carefully, offering guidance, and tailoring our services to individual circumstances so no one is left behind., • Improve quality of life for serving and former RAF personnel and their families through life-changing financial assistance, housing support, and help with essential living costs., • Increase independence by enabling members of the RAF Family to live life on their own terms, whether through mobility equipment or housing adaptations., • Enhance wellbeing for those who serve and have served, and their families, through mental health and emotional support, youth programmes, and restorative respite and holiday breaks. About the Role We are looking for a candidates to cover the Head of Individual Giving role to provide strategic leadership to the Individual Giving team, driving sustainable income growth for the Fund through the development and optimisation of multiple income streams, including regular giving, cash appeals, legacies, and supporter care. The role is responsible for growing supporter engagement and lifetime value, ensuring a high-performing programme that delivers effective long-term supporter relationships and income growth. Additional Information · Must have the right to work in the UK. How to Apply Click [here] to submit your CV and a cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit, including examples of how you meet the job profile. Closing Date: Wednesday 10th June 2026, 5:00pm. A copy of the Fund’s Candidate Privacy Notice can be found on our website. As an equal opportunities employer, the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. The Fund takes safeguarding seriously, and appropriate background checks will be completed. You can find out more about our commitment to safeguarding on our website. The RAF Benevolent Fund follows Safer Recruitment practices as it strives to ensure that everyone who comes into contact with the Fund will be protected from harm. The successful candidate for this role will need to prove they have the right to work in the UK. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Fund. The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is a Registered Charity (No. 1081009).

TPP Recruitment is supporting a small, community-based charity to recruit an Interim Advice Manager on a fixed-term basis. This Interim Advice Manager role is a brilliant opportunity to lead a vital service supporting people facing real hardship, while also shaping systems, quality, and service development during a period of change. Details • Salary: £36,565 FTE (£29,252 pro rata), • Location: Brent, Northwest London, • Working Pattern: 32 hours across 4 days (Monday–Thursday), • Working arrangements: Hybrid (2 days per week on site), • Contract: Fixed term to 20th April 2027 About the Organisation This is a frontline charity tackling poverty and food insecurity and supporting people to move from crisis towards longer-term stability. The organisation’s advice offer is a key part of that support, delivering timely, high-quality guidance to people navigating complex challenges. About the Role As Interim Advice Manager, you’ll manage an advice service across multiple sites, leading staff and volunteers who deliver advice on benefits, housing, debt and immigration. You’ll combine hands-on delivery (including a small caseload) with oversight of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. You’ll work closely with senior colleagues, including the Head of Advice, to help implement new initiatives and strengthen the service’s impact Key Responsibilities • Lead day-to-day delivery of the advice service, including setting objectives, managing performance, and providing supervision and feedback to staff and volunteers, • Hold a small caseload to stay connected to frontline delivery and community needs, • Maintain high-quality, compliant advice provision, ensuring delivery aligns with funder expectations and internal standards, • Use case management systems to report on cases and outcomes, supporting funding needs and future applications, • Drive service development, reviewing procedures, improving systems, and supporting expansion aligned to organisational strategy, • Undertake quality assurance activity (including case checking and advice audits) and keep colleagues informed of relevant policy/legislation changes, • Support effective volunteer management, including induction, support, supervision and retention activity, • Contribute to budgets, monitoring, evaluation, stakeholder feedback, and action planning to strengthen service effectiveness, • Work within the Advice Quality Standard (AQS) framework, ensuring policies and procedures remain current and audit-ready Skills / Experience Required • At least 3 years’ experience in welfare advice or casework within the charity sector, • Strong people management experience (including supporting and developing staff/volunteers), • Strong project/service improvement experience, with confidence managing competing priorities, • Knowledge across welfare benefits, housing, debt and/or immigration, plus safeguarding understanding, • Confidence using case management systems and using data to inform reporting and improvements, • Experience of the Advice Quality Standard, work with refugees and asylum seekers, and/or community language skills (e.g., Arabic, Farsi, Somali) – desirable To Apply • If you’re ready to inspire others and be part of a team dedicated to saving lives, we’d love to see your CV! Interview Process • Stage 1: informal screening call (fit, motivation, and values alignment), • Stage 2: formal in-person interview Deadline for Applications • Monday 1st June 2026, 9am We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Affordable housing association looking to recruit a Senior Tax Manager Your new company I'm working with an affordable housing association who are seeking to recruit a Senior Tax Manager based in the city who will be responsible for all day-to-day tax matters across a range of taxes including VAT, SDLT and CIS. Duties within this role will also see you be responsible for assisting the Corporation and Tax Planning Manager with corporation tax returns and the Payroll Manager on employment tax issues. The post holder will also be required to give tax advice to the business as and when required. They will also be responsible for ensure compliance with tax rules and that the organisation submits all regulatory returns on time. Your new role • Review all VAT returns prepared by the Tax Accountant, ensuring the returns are accurate and complete prior to sign off by the Head of Tax., • Support operations teams with CIS support and supplier verifications., • Review Capital Goods Scheme, Partial Exemption Special Method and Partial Exemption Standard method calculations., • Identify tax compliance risks/opportunities., • Ensure the Group’s full compliance with all new VAT, SDLT and CIS tax legislation. Inform the business of any changes that may affect the organisation, monitor VAT rate changes ensuring Finance systems are updated accordingly., • Organise and deliver VAT training sessions to the wider business., • Provide detailed holistic tax advice on all new development/land projects, liaising with project teams as necessary., • Respond to ad-hoc tax queries from the business., • Manage the group's relationship with HMRC on VAT, SDLT and CIS., • Provide support on Corporation Tax and Employment Tax issues., • Identify and implement opportunities for tax savings., • Ensure appropriate controls are in place. What you'll need to succeed • Either CTA qualified or working towards a professional tax qualification, • Qualified accountant or significant experience in an accountancy environment, • Significant indirect tax experience covering both technical VAT and systems work, • Experience of the social housing/charity sector is desirable, • Excellent Microsoft office skills, experience of Oracle would be preferred., • Excellent communication skills; proven record of preparing and delivering persuasive, high quality, written and verbal reports and presentations within the organisation up to Executive and committee level and externally. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4776610

Pertemps Network Group are delighted to be supporting a London local authority in the appointment of a Head of Litigation (Law)(People), a key senior leadership role within Legal Services, responsible for delivering high-quality, strategic legal advice across complex and high-profile areas. Rate: 550 per day (inside IR35) Location: London (hybrid working available) Flexibility: Hybrid About the Role This role will lead a specialist team covering a broad and varied portfolio, including: Social Care – Adults, Children & Education Civil & Criminal Litigation Housing, Employment, ASB & Prosecutions As part of the Legal Services senior leadership team, you’ll: • Provide expert legal advice to Directors, Members, and senior officers, • Lead on complex, sensitive and high-risk cases, • Oversee and improve service delivery, performance, and financial management, • Develop strong, trusted relationships across the organisation, • Support wider strategic decision-making and policy development, • Contribute to the vision and direction of Legal Services You’ll also play a key role in shaping a modern, customer-focused legal function, ensuring services are efficient, resilient, and aligned to organisational priorities. What We’re Looking For: We’re keen to speak with candidates who bring: ✔️ Qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX (England & Wales) ✔️ Strong experience in local government law ✔️ Expertise in Social Care and/or Litigation ✔️ Proven ability to manage and develop high-performing legal teams ✔️ Experience advising at senior leadership and political level ✔️ Strong strategic thinking and the ability to influence outcomes ✔️ A track record of handling complex and high-profile legal matters Why This Role? Opportunity to step into a visible, influential leadership role Work at the heart of decision-making in a large London borough Shape and modernise legal service delivery Join a collaborative and forward-thinking senior team Flexible / hybrid working environment Interested? Get in touch for a confidential discussion or apply directly

Head of Estimating Location: Rainham (Working across London and the South East) Permanent, Full Time This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of an established estimating function and lead its strategic direction across the business. You will combine hands-on tendering with strategic leadership, helping to secure a wide range of projects that span refurbishment and selected new build schemes. Working across sectors such as social housing, healthcare, education and commercial fit out, you will bring consistency, insight and innovation to the estimating approach. You will collaborate closely with multiple business units, ensuring the estimating function is aligned, proactive and positioned as a key contributor to success. Alongside managing and developing a capable team, you will also remain close to the detail, contributing to complex tenders and building strong internal networks. This is a role for someone who enjoys both leadership and delivery, and who is motivated by influencing outcomes and driving continuous improvement. Responsibilities • Lead the estimating function across multiple business units and sectors, • Prepare and review detailed cost estimates for refurbishment and new build projects, • Oversee tender submissions while maintaining high standards and consistency, • Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and operational teams, • Guide and develop estimators, fostering collaboration and growth, • Drive improvements in estimating processes and tools, • Support the business in securing work across varied project values, • Ensure robust cost planning across projects ranging from smaller works to major schemes, • Balance hands-on tendering with leadership responsibilities, • Contribute to the strategic direction of the pre-construction function Essential qualifications and skills • Strong background in estimating within construction or building solutions, • Experience leading or influencing an estimating function, • Ability to manage multiple tenders across different sectors, • Confidence working on refurbishment and complex project environments, • Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail, • Effective leadership and team development skills, • Ability to build relationships across multiple business areas, • Comfortable contributing both strategically and operationally, • Clear communication and stakeholder engagement skills, • Full driving licence and willingness to travel for site visits

Local Space is seeking an experienced Head of Building Safety & Compliance to guide its statutory compliance, building safety and regulatory assurance function. This is an important senior leadership role within the Assets & New Business directorate. The person appointed will help ensure Local Space meets its statutory, regulatory and corporate responsibilities across building safety and property compliance, while providing clear assurance to the Executive Team, Audit & Risk Committee and Board. Local Space has a clear and important social purpose. The organisation exists to help tackle homelessness, particularly in Newham and across London, by providing safe, secure and well-managed homes for people in housing need. Its operating model includes a complex mix of directly managed homes, properties within third-party superior landlord blocks, and stock delivered through partnership arrangements. This creates a distinctive compliance environment requiring technical knowledge, careful judgement, reliable assurance processes and collaborative stakeholder management. The organisation is also growing. As Local Space expands its housing portfolio over the coming years, this role will play an important part in strengthening systems, improving compliance data, developing assurance frameworks and ensuring the organisation is prepared for future regulatory expectations. The role You will guide the organisation’s approach to building safety and property compliance, with responsibility for the “Big 6” areas of fire, gas, asbestos, legionella, electrical and lift safety. You will help ensure clear systems are in place for monitoring, reporting, escalation and assurance. An important part of the role will involve overseeing compliance arrangements in relation to third-party superior landlords. A large proportion of Local Space’s homes sit within blocks owned or managed by other landlords, including local authorities, registered providers, private freeholders and managing agents. While Local Space is responsible for the safety and wellbeing of its residents, some communal and block-level compliance obligations sit with those third parties. This creates a nuanced assurance environment. The successful candidate will need to understand how to manage compliance risk where evidence may need to be requested, chased, escalated and verified through external landlords or managing agents. You will support the development of clear processes for identifying gaps, assessing risk, escalating concerns and putting appropriate mitigation in place where evidence is delayed or unavailable. You will also guide Local Space’s approach to the Building Safety Act, Golden Thread principles, Safety Case preparation and future Higher-Risk Building requirements. While Local Space does not currently have Higher-Risk Buildings in its stock, the organisation wants to ensure it is prepared for future growth and any expansion in Building Safety Regulator scope. Key responsibilities You will: • Oversee statutory compliance across fire, gas, asbestos, legionella, electrical and lift safety., • Develop and maintain a clear compliance assurance framework., • Provide evidence-based reporting to the Executive Team, Audit & Risk Committee and Board., • Oversee compliance programmes, servicing, inspections and remedial works., • Improve compliance data, systems and reporting arrangements., • Support preparation for future building safety requirements, including HRBs, Safety Case Reports and Golden Thread principles., • Manage compliance risks linked to leasehold, managing agent and third-party landlord arrangements., • Oversee contractor performance, with a focus on quality, value for money and regulatory compliance., • Work collaboratively with asset, repairs, housing and senior leadership colleagues., • Act as a point of contact for building safety and compliance matters with regulators and external stakeholders. About you We are looking for an experienced building safety or compliance professional with a good understanding of statutory compliance in housing or a similarly regulated environment. You may already be operating at Head of Service level, or you may be a senior compliance manager, lead compliance specialist or equivalent looking to move into a broader leadership role. You will bring: • A track record in statutory compliance across a housing portfolio., • A broad understanding of the “Big 6” compliance areas., • Good knowledge of fire safety, building safety legislation and landlord health and safety., • Experience of providing assurance to senior leadership, Executive Teams or Boards., • Experience managing contractor performance and compliance programmes., • An understanding of complex landlord, leasehold or managing agent arrangements., • Well-developed leadership, communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills., • A recognised qualification in building safety, construction, surveying, health and safety or a related discipline. For more information please reach out to Luke Joy at Neemar Search lukejoy@neemarsearch.com. Our Commitment to Inclusion Local Space is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and values-led organisation. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Our recruitment process is fair and accessible, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates. As a Disability Confident employer, we’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the process, please let us know if there’s anything we can do to support you By submitting your application, you consent to Neemar Search sharing your details with relevant third parties as part of the recruitment process.

Pay: From £45 000.00 - £50,000 per year - Jersey, Channel Islands Job Description: Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to lead our small team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of food preparation, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and presentation are maintained. This role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise and leadership skills within a dynamic hospitality environment. The Head Chef will play a pivotal role in menu development, staff management, and maintaining excellent customer satisfaction. This is a hands on role that will require someone who like to work under pressure in a fast paced environment. This is day time hours Responsibilities Lead and supervise the kitchen team, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient operations Oversee food production, ensuring dishes are prepared to the highest standards of quality and presentation Manage food safety protocols, maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations Develop innovative menus in collaboration with management, catering to diverse customer preferences Monitor stock levels, order supplies, and control food costs effectively Train and mentor new kitchen staff, fostering a positive and professional working environment Ensure cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen at all times Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service delivery Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety throughout the kitchen area Qualifications Proven supervising experience within a busy culinary environment Extensive food production and preparation skills with a strong background in cooking techniques Demonstrable team management and leadership abilities Solid experience in food safety practices and compliance with health regulations Previous restaurant experience with a focus on hospitality service standards Knowledge of food presentation, menu development, and culinary trends Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently Strong communication skills to effectively lead and motivate staff This role is ideal for a dedicated culinary professional looking to advance their career or a Sous chef ready to take a step up . We welcome applicants who are passionate about food, possess excellent leadership qualities, and thrive in fast-paced environments. Benefits: Discounted or free food Employee discount Housing allowance On-site parking Store discount Work Location: In person

Job Description: About the role Every day, tenants across England & Wales are living with mould, broken heating, and structural damage that their landlords refuse to fix. We exist to change that, and the people who help us reach those tenants matter enormously. As our Community Outreach Executive, you’ll be the person who builds and looks after the relationships that connect us to the communities we serve, both with our partner organisations and directly with tenants experiencing disrepair. Some days that means picking up the phone, others it means getting out to meet partners or clients face to face. You’ll report to our Head of Community Outreach and be part of a team of around 30 people who genuinely care about what they do. We’re a supportive bunch and we put our team first, if that sounds like the kind of place you want to work, we’d love to hear from you. What you’ll be doing • Building strong relationships with community organisations, charities, support groups, and local partners to raise awareness of our services and create long-term referral pathways, • Attending weekly community drop-in sessions and outreach events to speak directly with local residents, offer guidance, and help people access the support available to them, • Acting as a friendly and approachable point of contact for both partners and service users — including tenants suffering from disrepair — ensuring people feel listened to, supported, and informed throughout the process, • Staying in regular contact with existing partners, providing updates on shared clients, ongoing cases, and any new developments within the organisation, • Meeting partners and community groups in person to present our services, explain how we can help their members, and strengthen collaborative working relationships, • Identifying new opportunities to engage with local communities and expand awareness of the support we provide, • Keeping accurate records of outreach activity, referrals, and partner engagement using our CRM system What we’re looking for ✓ Someone who is confident and genuinely comfortable speaking with people from all backgrounds, both one-to-one and in group settings ✓ A warm, approachable, and empathetic communicator who enjoys helping people and building trust within local communities ✓ Someone who can confidently attend community drop-ins, networking events, and meetings while representing the organisation professionally ✓ A proactive and relationship-focused individual who understands the importance of ongoing support and long-term community engagement ✓ A creative thinker who enjoys finding new ways to connect with people, build partnerships, and increase awareness of our services ✓ A genuine interest in housing issues, tenant advocacy, and supporting vulnerable individuals within the community ✓ Experience using a CRM system is beneficial — we use Zoho, but any experience logging contacts, referrals, or engagement activity would be helpful What we offer • Competitive bonus scheme — performance-linked bonus on top of your base salary, • Annual leave starting at 21 days + bank holidays, increasing by one day per year of service, plus Christmas closure (no annual leave needed over the festive period), • Pension scheme, • Birthday leave — an extra paid day off to celebrate your birthday, • Early finish Fridays — every Friday finish at 4pm, every week, • Wellbeing support — wellbeing programmes and access to our on-site gym, • Company social events — regular team celebrations and parties throughout the year Benefits: • Company events, • Free fitness classes, • Health & wellbeing programme, • On-site gym Work Location: In person Pay: £28,020.00-£33,000.00 per year

Our client, based in South London, is currently recruiting for a Fire Safety Project Manager on a 12 fixed term contract. The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The annual salary is £58,000 with 1 day working from home. Duties will include (but are not limited to): • Managing Employer’s Agents and specialist consultants as required to ensure effective contractor oversight and performance management, • Carrying out surveys and property inspections across the group in relation to fire safety, ensuring quality assurance standards are maintained, • Providing technical advice and support to the Head of Asset Investment and Programmes, Head of Property, and Director on fire safety matters and related compliance issues, • Supporting the Director and Heads of Service in maintaining effective fire safety arrangements across the Group’s High-Rise Buildings (HRBs), with particular focus on Ventura House, • Assisting in the development of future fire safety programmes based on survey findings, desktop reviews, and Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs), • Managing contracts, including issuing Contract Instructions, processing variations, and preparing valuation statements where required, • Ensuring all building safety compliance, statutory obligations, and regulatory requirements are identified, monitored, and progressed appropriately, • Working closely with the Head of Property and Property Managers to ensure recommendations from FRA reports, stock condition surveys, and HHSRS assessments are actioned and completed by the relevant teams Experience required: • Experience required in Social Housing, • Proven experience in managing complex fire safety projects and programmes, with demonstrable experience of managing contracts, Employer’s Agents and consultants and works contractors,, • Experience in issuing contract instructions, carrying out quality assurance inspections Skills, knowledge and expertise required: • Ability to communicate technical and policy matters to staff, tenants and external agencies, • Excellent written and spoken communications skills including influencing and negotiation skills, • Ability to work autonomously and flexibly Rewards and Benefits: • Hybrid working – negotiable, • Flexible working days Working hours: • 35 hours per week, • Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don’t forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

Senior Property Transaction Manager Location: Ealing – Hybrid Working (2 days a month in office) Salary: £47,500 - £65,000 (dependent on experience) Contract Type: 12 Months, secondment. Hours: 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) DBS Level: Basic About the role We are looking for an experienced Senior Property Transaction Manager to support the Head of Property Transactions and lead the delivery of the organisation’s non-core housing and tactical asset disposal programme. You will play a pivotal role in overseeing the sale of non-core housing portfolios and other identified assets, working closely with senior leaders and a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. This is a high-profile role requiring strong project leadership, commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple complex disposals concurrently. Key Responsibilities • Support Asset Management performance reviews that inform intervention and disposal decisions, • Present clear, evidence-based information to senior management to support informed decision-making., • Lead the procurement, appointment and management of external consultants and advisors., • Oversee and manage the end-to-end disposal of non-core housing portfolios, ensuring key milestones and completion deadlines are met., • Take overall responsibility for all elements of the sales programme., • Produce high-quality performance reports with clear narrative for senior management and committees., • Ensure accurate, timely processing of documentation and data to required quality standards., • Lead and contribute to meetings with internal and external stakeholders, providing progress updates as required., • Maintain programme documentation to a high professional and compliance standard., • Promote continuous improvement through collaboration and sharing best practice., • Line manage a small team of Property Transaction Coordinators, setting clear targets and supporting performance., • Prepare and present progress updates to internal committees and governance bodies., • Deputise for the Head of Property Transactions when required., • Work transparently with a strong customer-focused approach. More About You • GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English, • Degree in a relevant subject (Desirable), • Proven experience in Property Asset within a project or programme management role, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities., • Experience delivering high-quality outcomes in a pressured environment., • Track record of managing teams to deliver sales or disposals within strict timescales., • Good understanding of the property sales process, • Excellent written communication skills, with experience producing clear, factual reports., • Ability to present information clearly and concisely to senior stakeholders., • Experience working effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders., • Strong relationship-building, influencing and communication skills. About Us A2Dominion is more than a housing provider. We are a not‑for‑profit organisation with a clear social purpose: creating homes and communities people love to live in. With over 38,000 homes across London and Southern England, we reinvest our profits into building more affordable homes and delivering services that make a genuine difference. As part of the G15 group, we are proud to contribute to tackling the housing crisis and supporting thriving communities. Choosing Us Is Easy As an A2Dominion employee, you’ll enjoy a meaningful role with the flexibility, support, and benefits you need to thrive. For this role, our offer includes: • 25 days’ holiday (plus Bank Holidays), rising to 28 days after 3 years’ service., • Up to 8% contributory pension, • A generous annual wellbeing allowance of up to £300 for health and lifestyle benefits for you and your family, • Access to a wide range of staff discounts, • Investment in your learning and development., • We also operate a Cycle to Work Scheme whereby employees have access to cycling equipment throughout the year and can pay via monthly salary deductions. Diversity & Inclusion We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, and we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the process - just contact our Resourcing Team at resourcing@a2dominion.co.uk. We know some people hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every requirement. If that’s you, we encourage you to apply if your skills and experience align – please get in touch with us to talk it through. At A2Dominion, we value diversity, embrace flexibility, and are a family-friendly employer. Everyone belongs here. Join us and help make a lasting difference in the lives of our customers. This role will close on Sunday 24th May 2026, we reserve the right to close this role earlier upon appointment of a successful candidate Becci Zapala is managing this vacancy – Becci.zapala@a2dominion.co.uk

Take the next step in your career by leading a role where you can make a genuine difference. haart Estate Agents in Wembley is seeking an experienced Lettings professional to head up a successful team, drive business growth, and deliver outstanding results in a fast-paced property market. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on motivating others, consistently exceeds targets, and is passionate about providing exceptional service to both landlords and tenants. You’ll play a key role in developing your team, strengthening client relationships, and elevating overall branch performance. If you’re ambitious, results focused, and ready to lead from the front with a well established and respected brand, this is your opportunity to create a lasting impact with haart. Benefits of being a Lettings Branch Manager at haart Estate Agents • Complete on-target earnings exceeding £50000 per year, • £20,000 to £32,000 basic salary, dependent on experience, • £2,500 for your first 3 months of employment, whilst you build your pipeline, • Uncapped commission scheme, • A Company Car, • Enrolment onto fully-funded training course that will earn a Level 3 Award in Property and Housing Management (including ARLA), • Career progression opportunities, • Our new company-wide Elevate incentive program, • Employee Assistance Programme A day in the life of a Lettings Branch Manager • Leading daily meetings with the Lettings team, • Coaching the team to achieve KPI’s, • Monitoring and assessing individual team member performance (Including but not limited to conducting one-to-one meetings), • Encourage your teams development and progression, • Strong focus on generating new and repeat business, • Developing and maintaining strong relationships with Landlords and Tenants, • Liaising with Tenants and arranging property viewings in line with their needs, • Negotiating offers and agreeing new tenancies, • Ensuring the business is risk-averse and following the highest compliance standards for all regulatory bodies. Essential Skills of a Lettings Branch Manager • Full UK Driving Licence for a manual vehicle, • Minimum of 2 years’ experience within residential lettings at a Senior Negotiator position or higher, • Works well with others to create a team spirit and an enjoyable working environment., • Demonstrates an ability to communicate effectively with and create trusting relationships with customers, suppliers, communities and each other, • The ability to create and action business plans relevant to your branch, • The ability to monitor and assess performance of local competitors, • A strong understanding of current legislation related to Residential Lettings, • Ability to manage time sensitive and high volume workloads, • A reputation for delivering outstanding customer service, • Ability to work under own initiative, • Good telephone manner, • Strong IT skills (Basic Microsoft Packages), • Attention to detail The Finer Details We are currently conducting some interviews using video software. To be eligible to proceed in our recruitment process, you will need: • Full UK Driving Licence, • Legal entitlement to live and work in the UK (in accordance with the Immigration Asylum and Nationality Act 2006), • We’ll need evidence of your right to work in the UK, in the form of:, • Passport/Birth Certificate We will also need • Proof of Address, • National Insurance, • Drivers Licence Check

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