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Sue Ross Legal are working with a leading legal services provider in the recruitment of a Serious Injury Paralegal. Our client is a top 100 UK law firm, specialising personal injury, uninsured loss recovery, serious and catastrophic injury, accidents at work, and employer liability and public liability. Due to a period of continued growth, the firm are actively seeking dedicated, and ambitious Paralegals to support the lead file handlers in the progression of their serious injury caseload. Duties: • Produce standard free form letters to progress cases using the case management system (Proclaim). • Obtain and review medical records. • Collate evidence for detailed and provisional assessment. • Answer the telephone as the first point of contact for your Fee Earner, and deal with telephone enquiries wherever possible. • Achieve KPI’s on a monthly basis as agreed with your line manager. • Where appropriate, schedule appointments for the Fee Earner. • Liaise with the Finance Department regarding the payment of disbursements, outstanding accounts etc. • Contribute to the smooth running of the firm by assisting other members of staff in periods of peak demand with document production, task list maintenance, taking telephone calls and general administrative duties. • To undertake any other tasks as deemed relevant and reasonable by the business. Essential skills and experience: • Experience of working in a similar role supporting on cases valued over £150k. • Commitment to delivering excellent client care for clients. • Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing. • Accountable for achieving objectives in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining high standards of work quality and client care. • Competent working with a case management system and good knowledge of Excel and Word. • Good attention to detail and strong organisational and time management skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for high performing individuals’ who are looking to make a career within Serious Injury and to progress to Fee Earner level; Opportunities to move into different departments across the business to expand their knowledge and experience will also be available. This role offers a mixture of office and remote working, but you must be able to attend the Wakefield office when needed (this role requires 2 days minimum in the office per week). Although experience in handling Serious Injury cases his advantageous, we would be very keen to receive applications from candidates with 6 months experience or more in any area of Litigation i.e Credit Hire, RTA, housing etc. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within 72 hours that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. May we take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in one of our roles and wish you the very best in your search for employment

About you You are a Project Manager who enjoys working at pace and taking ownership. You like being trusted to run your own jobs without layers of process slowing you down. You are comfortable making decisions, speaking with subcontractors and keeping projects moving without needing constant direction. You are open to travelling across the UK and understand what comes with fast track fit out projects. You take pride in delivering on time, keeping clients happy and protecting margin along the way. Your experience You have experience as a Project Manager within fit out, ideally within bar, restaurant or retail environments. You understand the pressure of short programme projects and how to manage multiple jobs at different stages. You are commercially aware and confident placing orders with subcontractors, agreeing costs and managing spend on site. There is no Quantity Surveyor here, so you know how to take responsibility for the financial side of your projects. You are organised, practical and able to communicate clearly with site teams and clients. What you will be doing with your experience You will be delivering fast track bar and restaurant fit outs for well known, blue chip clients. Projects typically range from £50k up to £1m, with many sitting around the £250k to £300k mark and running for around three weeks. You will manage projects from start to finish, coordinating subcontractors, placing orders and keeping a close eye on cost and programme. You will be the key point of contact, making sure everything runs smoothly and issues are dealt with quickly. This is a hands on Project Manager role where your experience will be trusted and relied upon from day one. About the business This is a well established fit out contractor with a strong pipeline of repeat work across the hospitality sector. They focus on fast track bar and restaurant projects for major clients, which keeps the work varied and consistent. The business is set up to give Project Managers autonomy. You are not micromanaged, you are trusted to deliver. The team is experienced, down to earth and focused on getting the job done properly. The office is based in West Yorkshire, although you can be based anywhere in the UK if you are happy to travel and attend the office when needed. The package includes a salary between £50,000 and £60,000, a car or £7,500 car allowance, and an annual bonus linked to project performance and gross profit. Next steps A CV isn't needed to start a conversation, so no matter what stage you're at in your job search, get in touch to discuss

Office Manager - Leading Wealth Management Practice Locations: Wakefield | Salary: £33,000 | Full-time: Mon-Thur 9:00-17:00, Fri 8:30-16:30 Join a growing, high-performing wealth management practice as Office Manager, leading daily operations, managing a small team, supporting advisers, and ensuring clients receive first-class service. St. James's Place (SJP) experience is preferred, Financial Services experience is essential. Why this role matters As Office Manager, you'll play a central leadership role: Lead the day-to-day running of your office Oversee administration and workflow, ensuring smooth, efficient operations Support advisers to deliver exceptional client outcomes Foster a positive, high-performance culture aligned with our values This is a hands-on, visible leadership role — part coach, part manager, part operational strategist. What you'll do Lead and develop your administration team, providing coaching, feedback, and 1:1 support Manage workflow, monitor deadlines, and resolve bottlenecks quickly Ensure office presentation, compliance, and risk standards are consistently high Support advisers in achieving maximum efficiency and client satisfaction Drive operational improvements and embed procedural updates Deliver a premium onboarding and staff experience, promoting the practice's values Who we're looking for Proven experience in office or people management in a financial services environment Strong organisational, workflow, and problem-solving skills Ability to lead, coach, and develop a small team Comfortable with CRM systems (Salesforce desirable), Microsoft Office, and digital tools Confident, resilient, and proactive with a keen eye for quality and detail Why join Lead a small, high-performing team with real impact Be part of a values-driven practice that prioritises people and clients Work in a premium, professional environment with growth opportunities Flexible working schedule and supportive culture Please get in touch with Ellis Mears at EJP for full details

In a Nutshell… We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry West Yorkshire , at our Wakefield office. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will work within our wider Commercial, Estimating and Buying team, you will be responsible for supervising, managing and advising on the financial and contractual aspects of multiple construction projects. You will take responsibility for the execution of the Quantity Surveying function on allocated contract/s, in order to fulfil the requirements of the Company in maximising quality of service and profitability. You will provide a range of cost control and financial reporting duties across all aspects of construction work undertaken by the company. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you… Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…In return, what we would like from you… Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality HNC / HND in Surveying or equivalent Proven experience as a PQS / SQS / Commercial lead working within a residential house builder (dependent on position level) Experience maybe gained from a similar position or promotion A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail A methodical approach Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require itDesirable… Degree in Surveying or similar Working towards being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)More about the Senior Quantity Surveyor role… Working closely with other departments, you will attend customer care and partner meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implication Attend partner meetings when appropriate, contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings Receive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of procurement programmes Scope out and distribute design information packages and tender drawings, whilst preparing all tender documentation and letters including carrying out preliminary checks on subcontractors Preparing construction cost analysis, which includes analysis of quotations resulting from the tender enquiry, requesting additional and outstanding information as required Prepare stage payment schedules to assist in the financing of the works Carry out pre-order meetings including all necessary Health & Safety requirements, finalising a tender sum and agreeing a stage payment schedule for payment purposes before preparing all contract documentation and placing the order Place subcontractor orders, including interviews and checking references on selected subcontractors. You will then negotiate the contract sum within the budget, including finalising costs to cover all late variations Issue variation orders alongside providing cost advice on any major variations prior to issue. You will issue revised contract drawings to subcontractors, negotiating the cost of variations. Collate and reconcile all costs resulting from subcontract works, variation orders, material order and preliminary / running costs. This will include providing monthly analysis of costs. Check and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for all elements of subcontractor works. You will agree final accounts with subcontractors, ensuring all works have been carried out as required and analysing costs to assist on future estimates Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant parties Provide cost advice to the Customer Service department to assist with the management of lower value instructions Contribute to the contra charge register, oversee notices / contentious contra charges with the Customer Care team and manage subcontractor retentions and releases in line with the contra charge register Defect liability - assist with ascertaining responsibility and the administering of notices Attend partner meetings, defect meetings and any applicable site meetings Any other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager to support the wider teams Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us… We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-AD1

Catch 22 are supporting a national Property Management company who are looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee a national property portfolio across multiple sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with strong values, ambitious growth plans, and a supportive operational structure. The successful candidate will be based at a picturesque estate location in Wakefield, acting as the main contact for clients while ensuring smooth and compliant FM service delivery. They're looking for someone who is proactive, organised, and confident in a client-facing environment. You will have a passion for delivering high standards and contributing to the success of a growing organisation. This is a permanent, full time role paying around £45,000 per year. Responsibilities Manage a national multi‑site property portfolio Act as the primary point of contact for clients Oversee reactive, planned and compliance maintenance activity Manage service partners and develop strong supplier relationships Ensure all works meet quality, budget and time expectations Monitor, review and approve contractor variations and invoices Work closely with internal FM support teams including Helpdesk, CAFM, PPM and H&S Produce management reports and performance updates Complete monthly site inspections Lead client review meetings and service‑partner performance sessions Ideal Candidate Experience as a Facilities Manager or similar with a background managing multi‑site commercial portfolios Knowledge of hard & soft FM and property compliance Strong contractor management and invoice reconciliation skills Confident IT user, including CAFM/Helpdesk systems Excellent organisation and time management Flexibility for national travel (a couple of times per month) Participation in an on‑call escalation rota (currently 1 week in 6) Primarily office based If interested in this position, please apply or contact Laura on or call (phone number removed)

In a Nutshell We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry West Yorkshire , at our Wakefield office. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will work within our wider Commercial, Estimating and Buying team, you will be responsible for supervising, managing and advising on the financial and contractual aspects of multiple construction projects. You will take responsibility for the execution of the Quantity Surveying function on allocated contract/s, in order to fulfil the requirements of the Company in maximising quality of service and profitability. You will provide a range of cost control and financial reporting duties across all aspects of construction work undertaken by the company. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality HNC / HND in Surveying or equivalent Proven experience as a PQS / SQS / Commercial lead working within a residential house builder (dependent on position level) Experience maybe gained from a similar position or promotion A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail A methodical approach Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable Degree in Surveying or similar Working towards being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) More about the Senior Quantity Surveyor role Working closely with other departments, you will attend customer care and partner meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implication Attend partner meetings when appropriate, contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings Receive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of procurement programmes Scope out and distribute design information packages and tender drawings, whilst preparing all tender documentation and letters including carrying out preliminary checks on subcontractors Preparing construction cost analysis, which includes analysis of quotations resulting from the tender enquiry, requesting additional and outstanding information as required Prepare stage payment schedules to assist in the financing of the works Carry out pre-order meetings including all necessary Health & Safety requirements, finalising a tender sum and agreeing a stage payment schedule for payment purposes before preparing all contract documentation and placing the order Place subcontractor orders, including interviews and checking references on selected subcontractors. You will then negotiate the contract sum within the budget, including finalising costs to cover all late variations Issue variation orders alongside providing cost advice on any major variations prior to issue. You will issue revised contract drawings to subcontractors, negotiating the cost of variations. Collate and reconcile all costs resulting from subcontract works, variation orders, material order and preliminary / running costs. This will include providing monthly analysis of costs. Check and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for all elements of subcontractor works. You will agree final accounts with subcontractors, ensuring all works have been carried out as required and analysing costs to assist on future estimates Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant parties Provide cost advice to the Customer Service department to assist with the management of lower value instructions Contribute to the contra charge register, oversee notices / contentious contra charges with the Customer Care team and manage subcontractor retentions and releases in line with the contra charge register Defect liability - assist with ascertaining responsibility and the administering of notices Attend partner meetings, defect meetings and any applicable site meetings Any other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager to support the wider teams Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-AD1 TPBN1_UKTJ

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and highly organised School Office Manager to support schools across Sandwell and Dudley from September. Key Responsibilities:Overseeing the daily running of the school office and administrative functionsManaging and supporting administrative staff, ens

Through curiosity and bold thinking, the Front Office Manager challenges the ordinary, elevates standards, and drives commercial growth. Maintain world-class standards in front office operations through continuous refinement of procedures, technology use, and team training. Proven leadership experie

Office Manager - Leading Wealth Management Practice. Office Manager, leading daily operations, managing a small team, supporting advisers, and ensuring clients receive first-class service. As Office Manager, you'll play a central leadership role:.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced financial planning administrator to step into an office manager role with a growing firm in Wakefield. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced candidate to join as an Office Manager to take on a visible leadership role within a growing

Role: Office Manager - Legal Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire Contract: Full time, permanent, hybrid Salary: £30,000 - £32,000. This position offers the chance to take full responsibility for office operations while also playing a key role in team leadership, HR support, and business improvement in

As Office Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our offices, ensuring that everything runs efficiently and professionally. Previous experience in an Office Manager, Practice Manager, or similar operational role. Office Manager | Law Firm | Leeds & Harrogate

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels.

Act as the key contact for the Birmingham office, liaising with staff across multiple offices. Office Manager or Senior Business Support role. Office Manager / Business Support.

Site Manager / Project Manager - Fit Out & Refurbishment Yorkshire / North (with wider travel as required) I'm working with a well-established design & build / fit-out delivery team who are looking to bring in an experienced Project Manager to oversee a varied portfolio of commercial office fi

Office / Finance Manager - Structural Steel Office-based - Hertfordshire | Up to £50,000 We are currently seeking an experienced Office / Finance Manager to join a well-established structural steel business. Key Responsibilities Finance, Accounting & Commercial Support: Manage day-to-day

This role combines senior-level executive support with ownership of office management and wider team coordination. The post-holder will sit at the operational centre of the business, ensuring the CEO and Managing Director are supported seamlessly, while the office, logistics, and team coordination r

Operations Manager (Back Office Operation) Professional Services £60,000 - £65,000 plus exceptional benefits Truly hybrid - 1 or 2 per week on site Wakefield, W. Within the Professional Services Industry, this role will oversee a complex operations and will liaise with C-suite stakehold

Site Manager / Project Manager - Fit Out & Refurbishment. I'm working with a well-established design & build / fit-out delivery team who are looking to bring in an experienced Project Manager to oversee a varied portfolio of commercial office fit-out and refurbishment schemes.

I'm delighted to be recruiting for my Client based on the outskirts of Wakefield for an experienced Office Manager to assist in leading the Operations and Office Team. Manage to day to day workload of the Office based Team. It is essential that you have management experience and ability to prioritis

Building Services Assistant Manager Electrical. Youll work alongside the Building Services Manager to help lead electrical projects from survey and quote through to installat.

Maplewood Independent Living are a specialist care, support and case management company providing care and support for people in their own homes and out and about in the community.Our ethos is high-quality person-centred care.We pride ourselves on the exceptional support that we deliver, we have a p

Recruitment Account Manager / Delivery Consultant Bristol | Project Start GroupAre you a driven and commercially minded Account Manager looking to take the next step in your recruitment career At Project Start Group, we're looking for someone who thrives on building relationships, developing warm a

RECfinancial are working on an exclusive basis with a well-established and highly regarded manufacturing business based in Leicester to recruit an experienced Finance & Office Manager.

COMPANY OVERVIEW Working as an Estimating Manager with my client offers the chance to influence national FM bids, work with strong technical teams, and build a career in a well established M&E maintenance business that is investing in technology and growth. Over 30 years of industry experience400 pl

Project Manager - Office Moves & RelocationLocation Scotland, Central BeltHours Monday Friday, 08:30 17:00 (Flexibility required)Salary - £36k - £44k, depending on experienceThis is a 12-month fixed term contract.

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If youre an organised, commercially aware leader who thrives in a technical sales environment, this Sales Office Manager role offers you the opportunity to lead a knowledgeable internal team within a respected instrumentation business serving the UK and overseas markets.

Our client, a family business based in Rugby, are looking for an experienced Finance & Office Manager to join their team. PermanentRugby - office basedMonday to Friday - 9am to 5.

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration.Collaborating with, and drawing

CMA CGM | ABOUT US Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents.With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, we are continually

Finance & Office ManagerSME Engineering Business | Autonomous role Looking for a role where you can truly run things - not just follow process?Were recruiting a Finance & Office Manager for a small, well-established engineering busines

Overview:Our long-standing client is looking to appoint aSenior Project Managerto lead the delivery of complex, high-value engineering projects across regulated and technically demanding sectors.

A leading global hospitality company is seeking an Assistant Front Office Manager at the London Hilton on Park Lane. The ideal candidate will assist in managing Front Office operations, ensuring high standards of guest service and satisfaction.

Collaborate with CTO for IT, security, hardware, and with Facility manager for general office tidying/sorting/upkeep, ordering kitchen and office stock. SENIOR EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT / OFFICE MANAGER. Internal Job Title: GALLERY MANAGER / P.

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A leading commercial fit-out contractor in London is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to oversee a £20m office fit-out project.

Complete monthly SRA client and office account reconciliations. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Sales Director / Business Development - Serviced Office BRISTOL. We beautifully restore period mansions and convert them into stunning flexible office & members' clubs, and we are now opening 2 locations in Bristol!. We are seeking an experienced serviced office sales director who is based in the Br

A leading recruitment agency in Central London is seeking a Bid Manager with strong bid management and team leadership skills.

We are looking for an organised, proactive, and reliable Administrator & Office Manager to join our London office. Full training will be provided, particularly for the Office Manager responsibilities. Providing general administrative and office management support.

A well-established private day nursery in Camden is seeking an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager and lead the staff in delivering high-quality care and education. The role involves balancing room-based and office responsibilities, ensuring compliance, and building pos