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  • Senior Sales Consultant
    Senior Sales Consultant
    7 days ago
    £35000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    Croydon

    Are you an experienced property professional ready to take your career to the next level? We’re looking for ambitious, switched-on Senior Lettings or Sales consultants to join our award-winning team at Streets Ahead Estate Agents one of South London’s most established and respected independent agencies. This is your opportunity to work with a high-performing, supportive team in a fast-paced environment where results are rewarded and career growth is real. For the right individual, this role also offers a clear pathway to progress into a “Number 2” position within the branch an ideal step toward management. You’ll be joining a business that genuinely invests in its people, recognises talent, and promotes from within. Duties • Engage with prospective tenants or buyers promptly and professionally, providing expert guidance throughout the negotiation process., • Conduct property viewings, highlighting key features and benefits to generate interest and facilitate negotiations., • Negotiate terms of tenancy or sale agreements confidently, aiming to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes for clients and the agency., • Manage existing client relationships by providing exceptional customer service, answering queries, and maintaining regular communication., • Develop new business opportunities through proactive outreach, networking, and leveraging local market insights., • Prepare accurate and comprehensive documentation for offers, agreements, and contracts ensuring compliance with legal requirements., • Collaborate closely with colleagues across departments to coordinate viewings, offers, and administrative tasks efficiently., • Proven experience as a Letting or Sales Negotiator or in a similar customer service-driven sales role within the property sector., • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly and confidently negotiate deals., • Excellent communication skills—both verbal and written—with an energetic and positive attitude., • Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional customer service while managing multiple priorities effectively., • Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and best practices in property lettings or sales is highly desirable., • A proactive approach with strong organizational skills to manage appointments, follow-ups, and documentation accurately., • Valid driver’s license preferred for facilitating viewings and client meetings across multiple locations. Join us as a Senior Letting or Sales Negotiator where your enthusiasm fuels success! We value motivated individuals who thrive on delivering outstanding service while achieving targets in a vibrant environment. This role offers an excellent platform to develop your career further within the property industry while making a real difference for our clients every day.

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  • Administrative Assistant
    Administrative Assistant
    23 days ago
    £12.21–£15 hourly
    Part-time
    Bromley

    Location: Bromley Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time About Us: We are a small, dedicated and busy law firm specializing in criminal defence. We pride ourselves on providing personalized, high-quality legal services to our clients. We are a close-knit team looking for a proactive and organized professional to become the backbone of our daily operations. Position Overview: We are seeking a highly organized and reliable Legal Secretary / Administrative Assistant to ensure the smooth running of our office. This is a pivotal role that combines traditional administrative duties with key legal support tasks. The ideal candidate will be the first point of contact for our clients and will play a crucial role in managing schedules, documents, and communications with both clients and the court. Key Responsibilities: Client and Communication Management: · Professionally answer, screen, and direct all incoming telephone calls. · Greet clients and visitors in a warm and professional manner. · Manage general email inquiries and correspondence. · Serve as a liaison between the lawyers, clients, and chambers. Administrative and Legal Support: · Diarising & Scheduling: Manage and maintain attorney calendars, including scheduling appointments, client meetings, and court hearings. Send timely reminders. · Document Preparation: Draft, format, proofread, and finalize correspondence, emails, and basic legal documents (e.g., letters, simple pleadings, affidavits of service). · File Management: Open, organize, and maintain both physical and electronic client files, ensuring they are up-to-date and confidential. · Court & Deadline Coordination: Assist with loading (filing) documents with the court (chambers) electronically and in-person as required. Monitor and track critical deadlines. · Booking Legal Visits: Coordinate and schedule any necessary legal visits, such as court reporters, process servers, or interpreters. Additional Duties: · Perform general office management tasks, including ordering supplies, managing mail, and ensuring common areas are tidy. · Provide billing support by tracking time and preparing pre-bills for review. · Assist with other ad-hoc tasks and projects to support the legal team. Required Qualifications & Experience: · Mandatory: prior experience in a secretarial or administrative role. · Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. · Superior organizational skills and a keen attention to detail. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel). · Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. · Proven ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. · Professional demeanor and a strong client-service orientation. Preferred Qualifications: · Previous experience as a legal secretary or administrative assistant within a law firm or other legal environment. · Familiarity with legal terminology, documents, and procedures. · Experience with legal practice management software (e.g., Leap, Clio, PracticePanther, MyCase).

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  • Bookkeeper
    Bookkeeper
    2 months ago
    £34000–£36000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    About the Company J & S Business Consultant Limited is a UK-based consulting company specialising in helping overseas businesses establish operations in the UK. We provide comprehensive business setup support, including company incorporation, financial compliance, tax registration, and coordination with local accountants, auditors, and legal advisors. Job Duties: • Processing invoices, receipts, payments, and expense claims for both the company and its clients., • Maintaining accurate records of daily financial transactions including sales, purchases, income, and expenditures., • Reconciling bank statements, credit card accounts, and supplier ledgers., • Assisting in the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports, management accounts, and VAT submissions., • Liaising with external accountants and tax advisors to support clients’ compliance and reporting obligations., • Preparing basic financial summaries for clients’ UK business operations., • Ensuring all accounting records are properly maintained in accordance with UK accounting standards and company policies., • Providing administrative and coordination support for overseas clients in relation to financial documentation, company formation, and professional service appointments (e.g. accountants, auditors, and solicitors). Who We Are Looking For: • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field., • Professional accounting training (e.g. AAT, ACCA, or equivalent) is an advantage., • Prior experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or finance administration is preferred., • Good understanding of basic accounting principles and bookkeeping software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)., • Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy., • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general office applications., • Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines., • Effective communication skills in English; Mandarin or another language is a plus, as many clients are overseas-based., • Proactive, responsible, and able to work independently and as part of a small, dynamic team.

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