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Salary - Up to £58,000 per year Schedule - Full Time Experience - Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef within a quality restaurant. Knowledge of Thai or South East Asian cuisine is preferred JKS Restaurants and Plaza Khao Gaeng are seeking a Head Chef to lead their kitchen operations. The successful candidate will have a passion for Thai/Asian cuisine and have previous experience as a Head Chef. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Head Chef looking for a new role in an award winning, critically acclaimed group The Restaurant Plaza Khao Gaeng celebrates Thailand’s coast-to-jungle cooking through the tradition of khao gaeng, broadly translated as “curry over rice”. Expect a kaleidoscope of curries rich with fresh coconut milk, aromatic curry pastes and fermented seasonings, alongside searingly hot stir-fries cooled with fresh herbs - all designed for mixing, matching and sharing. In Thailand, the most popular khao gaeng restaurants expand to fill whatever space they can. Plaza takes inspiration from one such spot in Bangkok, now spread through an old cinema, where curries sit in gleaming trays beneath a faded façade and climb the stairs to the former box office. This is anytime comfort food: a pause from the heat, noise and movement of the street outside. Our third Plaza Khao Gaeng opened in Covent Garden in May, turning to Thailand’s deep south - the historic borderlands of Pattani, Yala, Narathiwat and beyond. Anchored by a large charcoal grill, the menu draws together smoke, spice and acidity in a generous, khao gaeng-style spread made for the table - our most Southern menu yet, inspired by rural kitchens. The Position As Head Chef, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of consistent, high quality and innovative dishes and specials; you will play a key role in menu development, working closely with the Group Exec Chef and Chef Director. You will manage the overall kitchen operation, including prep schedules, stock control, budgeting and maintenance, as well as the day to day management of the kitchen team. If you have the following, then we want to hear from you: • Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high quality restaurant;, • Strong awareness of trends and seasonality of produce;, • A passion and knowledge of Thai or South East Asian cuisine;, • A highly creative approach to your work with excellent attention to detail;, • Proven ability to manage, train and motivate a kitchen brigade;, • Experience in managing staff costs, scheduling and reviewing staff rotas;, • Strengths in finances, purchasing and menu costing;, • A working knowledge of health and safety, compliance and procedures; This is a very exciting opportunity not to be missed for a talented Head Chef eager to join a restaurant group with ambitious plans. Benefits At Chaiyo, we believe in a culture that truly backs our people. Hospitality is a people industry, and we're committed to rewarding the hard work and loyalty that makes us who we are. Award-Winning Workplace Recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026 Dining & Hospitality • Dine Out Allowance - Quarterly peer to peer at competitor restaurants, • Lunch for 2 after probation, • Up to 50% off dining across JKS restaurants, • CODE App membership - Discount at some of the UK's best restaurants Health & Wellness • Self care salary - £1,200 additional salary to spend on your self care., • Discounted gym membership with up to 25% off at 4,000+ venues across the UK, • 24/7 Doctor & prescription services for peace of mind healthcare, • 8 free counselling sessions to support your mental wellbeing, • Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support when you need it, • Health, legal, money and debt support services available Entertainment • Up to 55% off cinema tickets, • Up to 25% off UK attractions (London Eye, Thorpe Park, SEA LIFE, and more), • Up to 15% cashback at 70+ major retailers across the UK Financial Support • Wagestream - stream a portion of your pay earlier when you need it, • Access to financial advice to help with your financial planning, • Company donations for your involvement with charities Special Occasions & Recognition • Wedding gift & newborn care package - celebrating your big occasions, • Staff parties & long service awards recognising your commitment, • Employee referral scheme - earn up to £600 per referral, • Additional holiday for every year with us (rising to 30 days)

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About Us A dynamic property services company in Camberwell, delivering high-quality repair and maintenance services to social housing, local councils and private residential customers across London. They pride themselves on professionalism, reliability, and excellent customer service. Role Overview The Account Manager will manage customer relationships, coordinate engineers’ schedules, and ensure smooth operational and financial processes. This is a fast-paced, office-based role suited to someone commercially driven and highly organized. Key Responsibilities · Manage work orders/jobs from start to finish. · Respond to enquiries and convert leads into confirmed jobs. · Book jobs efficiently into engineers’ diaries and coordinate scheduling. · Maintain strong customer relationships and deliver excellent service. · Issue invoices and ensure payment is received for completed works. · Maintain accurate CRM and administrative records. Skills & Experience Required · Experience in account management, sales, or business development. · Strong communication and negotiation skills. · Highly organized with strong administrative ability. · Confident using CRM systems and Microsoft Office. · Target-driven and commercially aware. · Experience within property services (desirable).

Assistant Operations Manager

Job Ref: COL1275 Branch: Hyde Park Location: Hyde Park Salary/Benefits: £15.50 Per Hour Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 48 Posted date: 01/10/2026 Closing date: 01/11/2026 Colicci is a family-run hospitality brand, proudly serving London's iconic green spaces. Our cafés are bustling community hubs, offering exceptional coffee, fresh food, and warm hospitality. We're looking for an Assistant Operations Manager to play a key role in daily operations, supporting management and the teams working across our stunning locations throughout the Central London Royal Parks. Working alongside the General Operations Manager, our Assistant Operations Managers strive for success. With 30 million visitors annually to our parks, sales aren't guaranteed. Your forward-thinking approach to capturing every sale and filtering this down to your team members could be the difference between an average trading day and a record-breaking one. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong hospitality leader ready to take the next step in their career. What You'll Be Doing: • First stop, main storeroom. Buggies fully loaded, operations team buzzing, the morning sun glistening off the Serpentine Lake, ice cream vans chiming that sweet sound of Pop Goes the Weasel... and then you arrive at your first unit without a vital ingredient. Your whole team is looking at you for the solution. What's your next move?, • Thinking fast on your feet is essential. Our Assistant Operations Managers are the first line of defence, where being able to maintain an upbeat, productive team across all your sites is key. And don't forget, you'll need to hold the reins in the absence of the General Operations Manager., • Managing a team of up to 50 during the height of the summer season, you'll assist with staff scheduling and training, ordering supplies and stock control, back-office financial reporting, food safety and health & safety inspections and reporting, and the maintenance of vehicles and machinery., • Our operation runs 364 days a year, with weekends and public holidays among our busiest trading days, so a flexible approach to working patterns is essential. What We're Looking For: • 2+ years' management experience, • 2+ years' multi-site experience, • Barista trained, ideally with experience using La Marzocco machines, • Experience with soft serve ice cream machines, • Food Safety and Health & Safety qualifications at Level 2 or above Why Join Colicci? • Competitive salary - proud to be a Living Wage employer, • Free food & hot beverages on shift - get to choose a menu item of your choice, • Paid breaks - for all team members, • Exciting career growth – be part of a thriving, growing business, • Team discounts – enjoy 40% off across all our sites, • A supportive team culture – where passion thrives Please note * that unfortunately this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK that does not require sponsorship.*

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PINCH

Production & Warehouse assistant- Fixed term

7 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.

Pest Control Technician

Pests R Us Ltd is a growing pest control company providing professional pest management services to domestic, commercial and public-sector clients across London and the surrounding areas. We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and customer-focused Pest Control Technician to join our team. This is a practical and varied role. No two days are the same, and you will visit a range of properties, identify pest problems, carry out treatments and provide customers with professional advice to prevent problems from returning. The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys working independently, solving problems and dealing with customers professionally. Key Responsibilities • Attend scheduled domestic and commercial pest control appointments., • Investigate pest activity and identify the cause and extent of infestations., • Identify common pests including rats, mice, cockroaches, bed bugs, fleas, ants, wasps, flies and other nuisance pests., • Carry out pest control treatments safely and effectively using approved methods and products., • Set, inspect and maintain traps, bait stations and monitoring equipment., • Carry out follow-up visits and assess the effectiveness of treatments., • Identify potential pest entry points, harbourage areas and contributing factors., • Provide customers with clear advice and recommendations to prevent future infestations., • Complete treatment reports, photographs and job records accurately., • Communicate with the office regarding completed jobs, follow-up requirements and customer issues., • Maintain pest control equipment, PPE and company vehicles in a clean and professional condition., • Follow all company health & safety, COSHH and pest-control procedures., • Maintain a professional appearance and attitude when representing Pests R Us., • Build positive relationships with customers and site managers., • Identify opportunities for additional pest-control, proofing or preventative work where appropriate. Types of Properties You may work across a wide variety of environments, including: • Restaurants and food businesses, • Schools and nurseries, • Offices, • Residential properties, • Hotels and accommodation, • Property-management sites, • Shops and commercial premises, • Warehouses, • Construction sites, • Public-sector buildings, • Communal areas and external grounds Skills & Experience Essential: • Reliable and punctual., • Professional attitude and good work ethic., • Good communication and customer-service skills., • Practical and confident approach to problem-solving., • Ability to work independently and manage a daily schedule., • Good attention to detail., • Comfortable working in different environments and weather conditions., • Physically capable of carrying equipment, climbing stairs and working in confined or awkward areas., • Basic smartphone skills for completing job reports and uploading photographs., • Appropriate driving/riding entitlement for the vehicle being used. Desirable: • Previous pest control experience., • BPCA or RSPH pest-control qualification., • Commercial pest-control experience., • Knowledge of COSHH and safe pesticide use., • Experience with digital job-management or CRM systems., • Experience in proofing, bird control or other property maintenance work. Driving & Motorcycle Licence Because the role involves travelling between customer sites, applicants must have a suitable means of travelling to work locations. A full UK driving licence is preferred. Applicants who use a motorcycle or scooter are also welcome. A valid CBT with the appropriate motorcycle entitlement or a full motorcycle licence is acceptable where applicable. Any motorcycle/scooter used for work must have appropriate business-use insurance and comply with all legal requirements. Personal Qualities The successful candidate will be: • Reliable and trustworthy, • Hardworking and motivated, • Friendly and approachable, • Professional when dealing with customers, • Practical and good at solving problems, • Comfortable working alone, • Organised and able to manage their time, • Willing to learn new skills, • Confident using technology, • Presentable and respectful of customers’ homes and businesses Training & Development Previous pest-control experience is beneficial but not essential for the right candidate. Training can be provided to the successful applicant, including company procedures, pest identification, treatment methods, health and safety and customer service. There will also be opportunities to develop additional skills in areas such as: • Rodent control, • Insect control, • Bed bug treatment, • Bird control, • Pest-proofing, • Bird-proofing installations, • Commercial pest management, • Rope-access/property maintenance work What We Offer • Competitive salary/rates of pay., • Full training and ongoing development., • Company equipment and PPE., • Company vehicle where applicable., • Varied domestic and commercial work., • Regular work with established customers., • Opportunity to earn additional income through performance and additional work., • Career progression within a growing company., • Opportunity to develop specialist pest-control and property-maintenance skills., • Support from an experienced management team. Progression As Pests R Us continues to grow, there will be opportunities for the right person to take on additional responsibility. Potential progression could include: Pest Control Technician → Senior Technician → Team Leader → Operations/Field Supervisor There may also be opportunities to specialise in commercial pest management, bird control, proofing and property maintenance. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who doesn’t simply want to turn up, complete a job and leave. The ideal candidate will take pride in their work, care about the customer experience and want to develop their skills as the company grows. If you are practical, reliable, motivated and enjoy solving problems, we would like to hear from you. Apply now to join Pests R Us Ltd and become part of a growing professional pest-control team.

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VISION LANS PROPERTIES LTD

Manage day-to-day administrative activities, including correspondence, filing, document preparation and general office coordination. Maintain accurate property, tenant, supplier and client records, ensuring information is organised, updated and readily accessible. Handle incoming enquiries by telephone, email and other communication channels, directing matters to the appropriate team member where necessary. Prepare tenancy, property management, maintenance and other administrative documents in accordance with company procedures. Process invoices, receipts, purchase orders and routine financial documentation, referring discrepancies to the relevant manager. Assist with preparing reports, business documents and other administrative materials to support daily operations.

Job Description: Finance & Short-Term Rental Operations Manager Location: London | Canary Wharf – Office Based Job Type: Full-Time Accommodation: Available in Canary Wharf About the Role The London Tenant is looking for an organised, numerically confident and proactive Finance & Short-Term Rental Operations Manager to join our growing property management company. The primary focus will be managing the day-to-day financial administration of our residential property portfolio, alongside overseeing approximately 8 short-term rental properties across Central London. This is a varied role suited to someone who is excellent with numbers, highly organised and confident taking ownership of their responsibilities. Key ResponsibilitiesFinance & Accounts – Primary • Complete monthly rent reconciliation across our property portfolio., • Monitor rent payments and follow up outstanding balances., • Maintain accurate tenant and financial records., • Reconcile invoices, expenses and property costs., • Prepare landlord, supplier and contractor payments., • Produce regular arrears and finance reports., • Set up utilities, council tax, broadband and accounts for new properties., • Assist with deposits and general financial administration. Short-Term Rentals • Manage approximately 8 short-term rental properties., • Manage Airbnb and Booking.com bookings and guest communication., • Monitor pricing, calendars and occupancy., • Coordinate cleaners, check-ins and check-outs., • Handle guest queries, complaints, refunds and claims., • Coordinate maintenance with our property management team., • Identify opportunities to improve occupancy and revenue. About You • Experience in finance, accounts, bookkeeping or financial administration., • Strong numerical ability and attention to detail., • Confident using Excel and Google Sheets., • Highly organised, proactive and able to work independently., • Excellent written and verbal communication., • Trustworthy and comfortable handling financial information., • Property, hospitality or short-term rental experience is advantageous., • Airbnb, Booking.com or Guesty experience is advantageous but not essential. What We Offer • Competitive salary based on experience., • Accommodation available in Canary Wharf., • Career progression within a growing property company., • Supportive and friendly team., • Genuine responsibility and autonomy from day one. About Us The London Tenant is an established London property management company with over 13 years of experience, managing a portfolio of over 100 residential portfolio across London alongside a collection of premium short-term rental properties. Work Location: In person – London | Canary Wharf

South Tottenham, London

Lands Partners is a London property company — we buy, refurbish and manage residential property across the city. Our construction team is growing, and we're looking for a Site Manager to be our eyes and ears on the ground. This is a role for someone who notices things. You'll be out on the road most days, moving between our sites across London — checking progress, photographing work, writing up what you find and dealing with the builders face to face. If something is going wrong, we want to hear it from you before it becomes a problem. Office Hours: Monday to Thursday, 9:30am–5:30pm. Friday, 9:30am–2:00pm. While the Office Hours are set, due to the nature of this position you might be required to have flexible start or end times. Office: Anna House, 214–218 High Road, South Tottenham, N15 4NP — though you'll spend most of your time out on site, not at a desk. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING • Visiting our sites across London to inspect ongoing construction and refurbishment work, • Photographing and documenting progress and issues on our company app (full training given), • Writing up site reports after each visit, • Speaking to builders and contractors on site — checking work is being done properly, and chasing what isn't, • Talking to neighbours and dealing with anything that comes up around our properties, • Spotting problems early and following them through until they're fixed WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR This matters to us more than a CV: • You spot things. You walk onto a site and notice what isn't right., • You take action on your own. Nobody will be standing over you. You're out on the road alone most of the day, and we need to know things get done., • You're reliable. If you say you'll be somewhere, you're there., • You can talk to anyone. Builders, neighbours, tenants, council offices, building control inspectors — and stay calm and professional when the conversation is a difficult one., • You're comfortable using a smartphone app for photos and reports. It's simple, but it's a daily part of the job. ESSENTIAL • Full UK driving licence, • Right to work in the UK, • Flexibility — the nature of the work means hours can move around, and we need someone who can work with that, • Experience in construction, property or maintenance is a real advantage, but attitude matters more. If you've got the right eye and the right work ethic, we'll train you on the rest. WHAT WE OFFER • Company car provided, • Permanent employed position (PAYE) — not self-employed, • Early finish every Friday at 2pm, • A varied job — you're not sat at a desk, and no two days look the same, • A growing company where the problems you flag actually get acted on

Property Manager (Check-In / Front of House) The London Tenant – London (Canary Wharf E14) Full-Time | Office Based We are looking for an organised, personable and proactive Property Manager (Check-In / Front of House) to join our growing property management company in London. The primary focus of the role will be overseeing the tenant onboarding and check-in process, taking over once a reservation has been secured by our Sales Team and ensuring everything runs smoothly through to move-in. Alongside this, you will assist with the day-to-day management and administration of our residential property portfolio. This is an important front-of-house role, so previous experience in property management, lettings, hospitality or a customer-facing environment is important. Key ResponsibilitiesCheck-Ins & Tenant Onboarding • Manage confirmed reservations through to successful move-in., • Conduct Zoom onboarding meetings with new tenants., • Oversee tenancy agreements and documentation., • Collect and follow up outstanding move-in payments., • Coordinate tenant check-ins and check-outs., • Organise keys, fobs and property access., • Coordinate cleaner schedules around check-ins and check-outs., • Ensure properties are ready for incoming tenants. Property Management • Respond to tenant emails regarding contracts and tenancy matters., • Process notices, renewals, extensions and tenancy changes., • Maintain accurate tenant and property records., • Liaise with Sales, Maintenance and the wider team., • Assist with general property management and administrative tasks. About You • Previous property management, lettings, hospitality or front-of-house experience., • Friendly, confident and professional., • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail., • Strong written and verbal communication., • Proactive and comfortable working independently., • Confident conducting Zoom calls and following up payments., • Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Salary & Benefits • Accommodation in Canary Wharf included as part of the remuneration package., • Weekly wage in addition to the accommodation provided., • Career progression within a growing property company., • Supportive and friendly team., • Genuine responsibility and autonomy. About Us The London Tenant is an established London property management company with over 13 years of experience, managing a substantial portfolio of residential properties across London. Work Location: In person – London, E14 | Canary Wharf

QSR Area Manager within Essex Area. The area Manager is responsible for the overall operational, commercial and people performance of the stores within their assigned area. The role is accountable for ensuring stores operate to company standards, achieve financial and KPI targets, maintain full compliance, and deliver a consistently strong customer experience. The area Manager will lead, coach and develop Store Managers and their teams, drive local sales opportunities, support Head Office initiatives, and ensure each store operates efficiently, safely and in line with business objectives. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership • Oversee the day-to-day performance of all assigned corporate stores., • Ensure stores open and close on time and operate in line with company standards and procedures., • Maintain consistently high standards across food quality, cleanliness, customer service, health and safety, and overall store presentation., • Support stores operationally where required, including during peak periods, manager absence, staffing shortages or other business-critical situations., • Conduct regular store visits and operational reviews, recording findings and actions as required., • Ensure store managers complete all required administration, checks and reporting accurately and on time. Commercial Performance • Take full ownership of store P&L performance, ensuring financial targets are achieved and stores operate in line with business objectives., • Drive store sales, labour efficiency, food cost control and overall profitability across the area., • Review KPI performance regularly and implement clear action plans where standards or targets are not being met., • Analyse store performance data, including sales, labour, food variance, wastage, coupon use, remakes, edited orders and voids, and act on trends promptly., • Review aggregator performance and ensure appropriate analysis and follow-up action is taken to support sales and operational standards., • Work closely with Head Office to support and execute marketing plans, promotions and local sales initiatives across stores., • Contact and engage with local businesses to build sales opportunities, local partnerships and wider brand presence within each store’s trading area. People Management and Development • Lead, coach and support Store Managers to deliver strong operational and commercial results., • Build capable, accountable and engaged store management teams., • Support recruitment activity where required, including advertising, interviewing, onboarding and induction., • Ensure effective training is delivered across stores and that managers and team members are developed in line with business needs., • Promote internal progression and support succession planning across the area., • Act as a mentor and escalation point for Store Managers and provide practical support in resolving day-to-day people challenges., • Work closely with HR where required on investigations, formal meetings, employee relations matters and performance concerns. Compliance and Standards • Ensure all assigned stores remain compliant with legal, regulatory and company requirements., • Manage and complete regulatory compliance applications where required, including business rates, extended hours and pavement licences., • Ensure stores maintain required records, checks and procedures relating to food safety, health and safety, security and operational compliance., • Drive compliance with audit requirements, including OER standards, HACCP, PRP, vehicle checks, accident reporting and any other internal or external compliance obligations., • Ensure working standards are maintained for CCTV, alarms, fire safety systems, uniform, administration and all required operational controls., • Lead and drive the resolution of maintenance issues across stores, ensuring timely action and minimal disruption to operations. Planning and Control • Monitor labour scheduling to ensure stores are appropriately resourced in line with forecasted sales and business needs., • Review rotas, staffing levels and labour usage to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities., • Support Store Managers with forecasting, planning and operational organisation to improve consistency and performance., • Monitor food ordering, stock accuracy, food transfers and inventory discipline to support cost control and minimise waste., • Ensure key business priorities, promotional activity and operational requirements are clearly communicated and executed across stores. Store Visits and Oversight The Area Manager is expected to maintain a regular presence across their stores and complete visits which may include: • Operational standards reviews, • Opening and closing checks, • Paperwork and admin reviews, • HACCP and compliance reviews, • Training observations and coaching, • Stock and inventory checks, • Rush period support, • Manager meetings and action planning, • Wellbeing and engagement check-ins All visits, findings and follow-up actions must be recorded in the appropriate company systems. Skills, Knowledge and Experience • Proven experience in a multi-site quick service restaurant and delivery management role., • Extensive knowledge and experience of third party delivery platforms., • Strong understanding of store operations, people management and performance improvement., • Experience managing KPIs, labour, costs and operational compliance., • Ability to lead, coach and influence managers and teams effectively., • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple stores and issues at pace., • Commercially aware, with the ability to identify risks, inefficiencies and growth opportunities., • Confident using systems, reports and data to support decision-making., • Resilient, hands-on and solution-focused, with a willingness to support stores directly when required., • Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with Head Office departments. Key Behaviours • Leads by example, • Holds high standards and drives accountability, • Acts with urgency and ownership, • Builds strong relationships with teams and stakeholders, • Supports change positively and drives continuous improvement, • Maintains professionalism, fairness and consistency General This job description sets out the main duties of the role and is not an exhaustive list. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties reasonably consistent with the level and nature of the position.

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European Leadership Network

Finance and Operations Officer (Remote)

2 months ago

£36486.3–£44201.23 yearly

Full-time

London

Post: Finance and Operations Officer Location: The position is remote but with options for regular co-working with colleagues and for in-person team gatherings roughly every 8 weeks. Salary: £36,486.30-£44,201.23 Contract: Full-time; 37.5-hours per week (opportunities for flexible working considered). About the role The European Leadership Network (ELN) is an independent, non-partisan organisation working to provide practical, real-world solutions to political and security challenges and build better security for wider Europe. Effective financial and operational management is central to ensuring that we can deliver this work sustainably and meet our responsibilities as a charity and grant-funded organisation. The Finance & Operations Officer plays a key role in supporting the effective day-to-day financial and operational management of the ELN. Working closely with the Head of HR & Operations, Senior Management Team and our external accountants, the post holder will help maintain an accurate and up-to-date picture of the organisation’s finances, including managing and monitoring organisational and project budgets, cashflow, expenditure, payments and financial information held within Xero. The role requires strong financial and organisational skills, with particular experience of working with budgets and grant-funded activity. The successful candidate will be confident working with financial information, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, and proactive in identifying discrepancies, emerging pressures or areas requiring attention. They will also provide support across the ELN’s wider operations and governance, helping to ensure that our systems and processes are efficient, accurate and appropriate for a small and internationally focused charity. Key Responsibilities: *Finance, Budgets & Grants* · Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in Xero, including processing and monitoring invoices, bills, payments and expenditure, and ensuring transactions are appropriately recorded and allocated. · Develop and maintain organisational, project and grant budgets, working with colleagues to build realistic budgets for funding applications and new projects. · Monitor actual expenditure against budgets throughout the year, identifying variances, potential overspends or underspends and emerging financial pressures, and raising these with the Head of HR & Operations and Senior Management Team as appropriate. · Maintain and regularly update the organisation’s cash flow forecast, incorporating anticipated grant income, expenditure, payroll, and other liabilities, and provide timely information on the ELN’s cash position. · Work closely with Programme Leads/Heads to help them understand and manage their project budgets and provide accurate financial information to support programme planning and delivery. · Support the financial management of ELN’s grants, including maintaining records of restricted and unrestricted funding, grant income, expenditure, payment schedules and financial reporting requirements. · Prepare financial information and reports for funders, including taking responsibility for financial reporting on grants where appropriate. · Work closely with the ELN’s external accountants, providing accurate and timely information for management accounts, year-end accounts, payroll and other financial requirements. · Coordinate monthly payroll information and staff expenses and ensure payments and associated records are processed accurately and on time. · Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process and preparation of financial information for SMT and the Board. Maintain appropriate financial records, documentation and audit trails and support the annual audit/accounts process. · Support the organisation in maintaining appropriate charity financial controls and good practice, including the appropriate management and recording of restricted funds. · Lead on the ELN’s annual charity audit, coordinating the process with our external auditors and accountants, preparing and providing required financial information and documentation, responding to queries, and ensuring the audit is completed accurately and within agreed timescales. *Operations, Governance & Administration* · Support the Head of HR & Operations with the effective day-to-day running of the organisation and the development and maintenance of appropriate operational systems and processes. · Coordinate relationships with relevant external suppliers and service providers, including accountants, insurers, office/co-working providers and other professional advisers. · Maintain accurate organisational records and support compliance with relevant charity, company and governance requirements. · Support the administration of organisational contracts, insurance policies, banking arrangements and other operational services. · Assist with information required for Companies House, the Charity Commission and other regulatory or governance processes. · Contribute to the continuous improvement of ELN’s financial and operational processes, identifying opportunities to make systems more efficient, accurate and robust. · Undertake other reasonable finance and operational responsibilities appropriate to the role. Applicant requirements: *Essential:* · Strong practical experience of financial administration, bookkeeping or finance coordination, with a good understanding of accounting and financial management principles. · Proficient user of Xero accounting software (or equivalent), with practical experience of maintaining financial records, processing bills and invoices, reconciling information and producing financial reports. · Experience creating, maintaining and monitoring budgets, including tracking actual expenditure against budget and identifying and explaining variances. · Experience managing or monitoring multiple projects or grant budgets simultaneously. · Experience preparing or contributing to budgets for funding applications and providing financial information for funder reporting. · Experience in monitoring organisational cashflow and producing or maintaining cashflow forecasts. · Confidence working with financial data and spreadsheets, particularly Excel, and the ability to present financial information clearly to colleagues who do not have a finance background. · Experience working effectively with external accountants or other finance professionals. · Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to identify discrepancies and investigate and resolve them. · Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines independently in a small and fast-moving organisation. · Ability to recognise emerging financial or operational risks and proactively bring them to the attention of senior colleagues. · Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the confidence to work with colleagues at all levels of an organisation. *Desirable:* · Previous experience working in a charity, NGO or other grant-funded organisation, with a practical understanding of the financial requirements associated with restricted and unrestricted funding. · A relevant bookkeeping/accounting qualification or part-qualification, or demonstrable equivalent professional experience. · Experience supporting payroll and/or year-end accounts and audit processes. · Experience of charity accounting and financial reporting requirements. · Experience working with institutional, government, foundation or international grants. · Experience supporting organisational forecasting and annual budgeting. · Experience of charity governance and regulatory requirements, including the Charity Commission and Companies House. · Experience working in an international environment.

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