About the Role As our Senior Income and Finance Officer, you will: • Take the lead on rent collection, arrears recovery, and service charge management., • Deliver accurate financial reports, forecasts, and budget monitoring to support decision-making at senior level., • Work with housing teams to ensure tenancy sustainment, financial inclusion, and compliance with housing regulations., • Supervise and mentor colleagues, driving high performance in income and finance services., • A strong track record in income management and finance within housing (private rented and/or affordable sector)., • Excellent understanding of rent setting, service charges, arrears recovery, welfare benefits, and housing legislation in England., • Strong analytical, reporting, and IT skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights., • Great communication and negotiation skills, with a commitment to customer service., • A supportive and inclusive workplace., • Opportunities for professional development and progression., • The chance to play a central role in shaping our housing services. An Income and Finance Officer in a property management company plays a vital role in ensuring the financial health and stability of the organization by managing income, overseeing expenditures, and providing accurate financial information for decision-making Key Responsibilities: Income Management: · Processing rent and service charge payments. · Managing tenant arrears and implementing debt recovery procedures. · Reconciling income and expenditure. · Calculating and managing recharges (e.g., insurance premiums). · Preparing completion figures for new lettings and lease changes. Financial Reporting: · Preparing monthly and year-end financial reports. · Assisting with budget preparation and variance analysis. · Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements. · Bookkeeping · Accounting assistance · Invoices and Purchas ledger · Supportive Finance payments and approval · Support on budget approval · Manage software integration and data migration · Financial Control: · Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation. · Reconciling bank statements and other financial data. · Monitoring and managing petty cash. Other Responsibilities: · Liaising with other departments and stakeholders on financial matters. · Assisting with audits. · Supporting the Account on Finance and other management. · Produce board report · Produce monthly P&L data and dashboard · Produce Financial reporting format using Property management application and manual data where needed and necessary Skills and Experience: Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting practices, and financial reporting. Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse financial data, identify trends, and interpret financial information. Attention to Detail: Accuracy and precision in handling financial transactions and data. IT Proficiency: Experience with accounting software, spreadsheets (e.g., Excel), and other relevant software. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, tenants, and other stakeholders. Property Management Knowledge: Understanding of property management processes and regulations. Debt Management: Experience in managing tenant arrears and implementing debt recovery procedures. Budgeting and Forecasting: Experience in preparing budgets, forecasting financial performance, and analysing variances. Compliance: Knowledge of relevant financial regulations and compliance requirements.
Job Description: Cafe General Manager at Pique Salary:35,500k (incl. Service charge) Perks: Class pass membership 40% off Pique cafe offering Who are we? Pique was founded in 2017 as a picnic delivery company and since then has grown into one of London’s most sought after caterers for breakfast & lunch events. The dream was always to open a café and this dream became a reality in January 2024 when we opened our first site on Lavender Hill. The café is popular both in the week and weekends as both a breakfast, brunch and lunch spot. It seats up to 40 inside with seating for another 20 outside. The café has gone from strength to strength and is becoming a real part of the Lavender Hill community. We run a fortnightly book club, ran a successful first ‘pub’ quiz night and are looking to grow this side of things. Our mission is to bring fun, delicious, innovative, restaurant quality food to Londoners, whether that be at home, the office, park or our café. We focus on the informal nature of picnic dining- the relaxed feeling of being with friends, with easy to eat, crowd pleasing food. Our focus on sustainability, quality and style sets us apart from the rest. Essential Experience & Skills • Experienced in managing large teams and busy services, • Passionate about hospitality & customer service, • Strong Barista skills (dialling in, latter art, espresso pulling), • Upbeat and able to lead a team to deliver exceptional service at all times, • Intuitive, quick to think on their feet, and able to keep a level head during busy and challenging times, • Well-presented and a good team player, • An excellent communicator, • Keen eye for detail and sense or urgency Key Responsibilities: Team • Ensure customer service excellence remains the top priority in all café operations, Ensure the FOH team represents the Pique brand by providing top-tier service with energy and enthusiasm., • Serve as the main point of contact for the team, addressing business-related queries or directing staff to the appropriate department or person., • Accurately record all staff sick days and annual leave in line with Head of Operations, • Recruit, train, and motivate staff to deliver enthusiastic and exceptional customer experiences., • Ensure staff rotas align with contracted hours while adapting to fluctuating business levels to maintain reasonable labor costs Operational • Maintain operational consistency, including opening/closing procedures, customer service, check-backs, and ensuring the café remains clean and presentable through in-service checks., • Handle customer complaints, ensuring that any issue is escalated to the management team (GM, Assistant Manager, or Supervisors) this includes replying to reviews (Just GM), • Oversee daily completion of checklists in accordance with health and safety protocols, updating procedures as necessary based on business or service changes., • Keep the Maintenance record and pest control record updated and in use (along with the head chef), • Increase café revenue, reported every 3 months through sales efforts and successful events and general running of the cafe - this is not a streamline increase and should be reported as such with relevant data, • Ensure the Pique brand remains highly visible through consistent, high-quality service, active community involvement, and strong team performance as well as social media representation on any relevant platforms Event Coordination • Manage customer enquiry regarding café events and private bookings and cafe catering pre orders, • Help organize staffing, and handovers for relevant events, • Gather and analyse feedback post-event to improve offerings and ensure customer satisfaction.
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented New Products Developer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for researching, conceptualizing, developing, and launching innovative new products that align with market trends, customer needs, and company objectives. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams including marketing, R&D, production, and supply chain. You’ll be responsible for bringing fresh, exciting, and commercially viable menu items from concept to launch, working closely with operations, marketing, procurement, and franchise partners. Key Responsibilities: 1. Lead and manage the product development program, ensuring alignment with consumer demand and market trends., 2. Drive innovation and creativity in developing new products, with a focus on new trending products and new inovations., 3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, site operations, packaging development, nutrition, and regulatory teams, to deliver robust NPD solutions., 4. Conduct thorough financial and business analysis, including P&L management, pricing, and promotion recommendations., 5. Monitor and analyze external market performance and competitor activity, identifying risks and opportunities for actionable insights., 6. Manage EPD (flavor/variant extensions) innovation projects from concept to launch, including P&L ownership and stakeholder approvals., 7. Develop compelling launch plans and collaborate with sales teams to drive retailer sell-in., 8. Lead below-the-line (BTL) activities such as in-store and shopper marketing, pack design changes, and social media campaigns., 9. Contribute to the development of the annual Winning Plan and long-term brand strategy., 10. Build strong commercial plans in collaboration with sales, category, and commercial planning teams., 11. Establish strong connections with internal stakeholders, including finance, operations, packaging, and R&D teams, to ensure successful market delivery., 12. Manage consumer marketing spend effectively. Requirements: • Proven experience (2–5 years) in product development, ideally in [industry: e.g., food and beverage, cosmetics, tech]., • Strong project management and organizational skills., • Creative mindset with strong problem-solving abilities., • Excellent communication and collaboration skills., • Proficiency in product development tools and software (e.g., CAD, formulation platforms, project tracking tools). Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with sustainability and eco-conscious product development., • Familiarity with regulatory requirements in the relevant industry., • Knowledge of consumer behavior and market research techniques. Why Join Us? • Be part of an innovative, growth-driven company., • Work in a collaborative and supportive environment., • Opportunities for career development and advancement., • Competitive salary and benefits package. To Apply: Send your CV and a brief cover letter.