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Fixed Term Contract (12 Months) Full Time 37 hours per week (Monday Friday Flexibility Negotiable) At Thrive Homes were committed to delivering high-quality customer-focused housing services and were looking for an outstanding leader to head up our Homeownership and Management Partnerships function. This is a unique opportunity for a strategic performance-driven professional with deep expertise in homeownership leasehold and service charge management and the leadership of partner-managed housing services with 3rd parties. You will lead and inspire high-performing teams to provide excellent service to leaseholders shared owners freeholders and Market Rent customers. Youll ensure our service charges are transparent well-managed and compliant for all Thrive customers and youll take ownership of the financial and operational performance of your area. Youll also be responsible for the oversight and delivery of housing management services being provided on behalf of partner organisations building strong collaborative relationships that are contractually sound and strategically aligned. Other Responsibilities: * Leading the Homeownership team to drive efficient compliant and customer-focused services to homeowners and leaseholders. * Overseeing the accurate setting audit management and recovery of service charges across all tenures. * Ensuring compliance with current and upcoming leasehold legislation and best practice initiatives in homeownership services. * Managing third-party housing management partnerships monitoring KPIs contractual obligations and service performance both internally and externally. * Driving a culture of accountability customer service excellence and continuous improvement across your team. * Working cross-functionally to enhance the homeowner journey satisfaction integration of all procedures and align services with Thrives wider strategic objectives. * Driving service improvements across all areas and delivering Housing Management system upgrades when required * Overseeing the Market Rent Team leading on regular reporting to Board and Leading the successful management of residential portfolios subject to 3rd party agreements. Requirements: * Proven experience leading leasehold homeownership or service charge functions in a social housing environment. * Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory standards including service charge accounting and leasehold management. * Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholder and partner relationships including contract performance and negotiation. * A leadership style that inspires trust motivates teams and encourages professional development. * A strategic mindset with strong operational oversight and customer service instincts. Specific roles within Thrive are subject to a basic DBS check the successful applicant(s) will be contacted by our People Team if this applies to their role. Closing date: Monday 18thAugust 2025 Interviews: To be confirmed We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible. INDHIGH Thrive Homes is an award-winning housing association with a strong track record in the housing sector and ambitious plans. Thrive exists to provide good quality affordable homes and services enabling the development of communities where people can manage over 5000 properties and are continuing to build new homes each year. Thrive is proud to deliver flexibility for employees to work in a manner that suits their wants/needs best. Our SMART working policy allows individuals to take full control of their productivity by offering a choice between working in-house or away from the office. This means that successful candidates have the freedom to work as little or as often as they like from Thrives state of the art offices. The Benefits Benefit 1 Benefit 2 Benefit 3 Benefit 4 The Values • Innovation We are creative and fearless in our work. • Accountability We take ownership of our work and lead from the front. • Teamwork We collaborate widely and build supportive environments. Generous family friendly provision Pension we will pay double your contribution (up to 10%). Discretionary Bonus Life assurance a payment of 3x your salary Virtual GP Service (available 24/7) Wellbeing reward scheme (earn vouchers through a health app) Free Financial Advisor service (includes savings mortgage debt & pension advice) A range of engagement activities aimed at building team morale supporting both physical and mental health and celebrating all things that make us different! Flexible benefit scheme (up to 900 p/a) you have access to the following optional benefits: Buy or Sell annual leave You will receive basic 25 days annual leave p/a increasing by length of service (up to 30 days) Cycle to work Retail Vouchers & Discount Scheme PLACEHOLDER 4 Car Benefit scheme Health Cash Plan facility to claim cashback for dental optical and physiotherapy costs alongside wellness services. Annual Health Screening (BUPA) PLACEHOLDER 8 Thrive is an exciting place to work. We challenge ourselves and others to deliver results and think differently. We share positive experiences and messages with trust and respect at the core of every relationship. Our leaders adopt a coaching and mentoring approach - enabling and empowering others to deliver. We embrace change and encourage a strong focus on positive outcomes. We value agile working arrangements from our offices in Apsley Hertfordshire and we pride ourselves on looking after our colleagues by offering progressive careers and a full range of modern continue to grow as an organisation and aim to attract the very best people. Thrive homes are committed to fostering cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity equity and inclusion. This commitment is at the core of our understanding the importance of different voices experiences perspectives and backgrounds. We actively encourage all applicants that are suitable for the role from diverse career paths and backgrounds and from all sections of the community. As committed members of Inclusive Employers and a Disability Confident Committed employer we remain steadfast to a fair recruitment process. If you have any accessibility needs and require reasonable adjustment please contact us. Specific roles at Thrive are subject to a basic DBS check. Documents Required Experience: Director Key Skills Marketing & Promotions,Attorney At Law,Jni,Airlines,Art Employment Type : Temp Experience: years Vacancy: 1

Permanent Full Time (37 hours per week) Thrive Homes are excited to offer a new opportunity for a Senior Development Manager to oversee and manage housing development projects from inception to completion. You would be joining a team that is gaining industry-wide recognition for its innovation dedication and results-driven approach. We are proud to be recognised in Inside Housings Biggest Builders Survey 2025 and we have recently been shortlisted for two categories at the First Time Buyer Readers Awards. This is more than just a job opportunity; its a chance to be part of a high-performing supportive team thats making a real impact in the market. Whether youre looking to grow your skills take on new challenges or be part of something exciting this could be the career move youve been waiting for. You will need to be highly motivated collaborate with colleagues and able to deliver excellent oral and written reports for governance approvals. We are looking for someone with a commercial approach and who has the determination and ability to deliver homes on time to budget and to quality standards. Working via a mixture of our state-of-the-art offices remote/on site and homeworking. Other Responsibilities: * Lead evaluate and give direction on the design legal and technical due diligence programme and viability of multiple housing development schemes throughout the RIBA stages 0-3 and to achieve planning consent and relevant gateway approvals and tender schemes manage the construction delivery stages through to RIBA 7. Ensure the design maximises efficiency and adheres to the project brief. * Ensure the effective procurement selection and management of consultants (including architects sustainability consultants Employers Agents etc) necessary to take forward schemes through all RIBA stages demonstrating Value for Money and ensure procuring and commissioning in line with contract terms and maintain contract management throughout. * Ensure compliance with funding and regulatory requirements. * Identify land assembly and partnership opportunities for delivery of more homes. * Scheme budget management complex financial appraisal modelling and cashflow forecasting. * Oversee the grant claims for schemes on IMS and liaison with Homes England/third party partners. * Attendance at site meetings and close liaison with the Senior Design & Technical Manager and Clerk of Works to ensure quality of the scheme. * Take a project team approach working collaboratively with operational and sales teams throughout the design construction and handover phases to ensure a successful timely handover of the schemes and management. Close liaison with aftercare to manage the delivery of the defect liability period. Requirements: * Demonstrable significant project management experience working in a similar role with a focus on new build development through new business and construction delivery. * Substantial experience of managing due diligence design and construction delivery through RIBA 0-7 stages. * Thorough experience of delivering complex financial appraisals for multi-tenure mixed use schemes regeneration schemes and options appraisal analysis. * Demonstrable experience of successfully submitting and securing planning approvals for complex development schemes. * Experience of leading reviews of Development Employers Requirements and delivering best practice in future proofing schemes. * Strong experience of negotiation of contracts and managing Joint Venture/partnership schemes. * Excellent social housing market knowledge funding models national regeneration and development agenda. * Excellent knowledge of up-to-date UK planning regulations building regulations and standards contract management and contract law. * Proven experience of procuring leading and motivating consultant teams with contract management. * Strong line management experience. * Experience of Proval and Sequel or equivalent financial appraisal modelling cashflow management software. * Experience of procurement of contractors to ensure buildability of schemes. * Knowledge of grant funding requirements and ability to deliver schemes that meet Homes England audit requirements and administration of IMS. * Full UK Driving License and access to own vehicle or ability to get to sites. Closing date: 27th August 2025 Interviews Dates:To be confirmed Specific roles within Thrive are subject to a basic DBS check the successful applicant(s) will be contacted by our People Team if this applies to their role. We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible. INDHIGH Thrive Homes is an award-winning housing association with a strong track record in the housing sector and ambitious plans. Thrive exists to provide good quality affordable homes and services enabling the development of communities where people can manage over 5000 properties and are continuing to build new homes each year. Thrive is proud to deliver flexibility for employees to work in a manner that suits their wants/needs best. Our SMART working policy allows individuals to take full control of their productivity by offering a choice between working in-house or away from the office. This means that successful candidates have the freedom to work as little or as often as they like from Thrives state of the art offices. The Benefits Benefit 1 Benefit 2 Benefit 3 Benefit 4 The Values • Innovation We are creative and fearless in our work. • Accountability We take ownership of our work and lead from the front. • Teamwork We collaborate widely and build supportive environments. Generous family friendly provision Pension we will pay double your contribution (up to 10%). Discretionary Bonus Life assurance a payment of 3x your salary Virtual GP Service (available 24/7) Wellbeing reward scheme (earn vouchers through a health app) Free Financial Advisor service (includes savings mortgage debt & pension advice) A range of engagement activities aimed at building team morale supporting both physical and mental health and celebrating all things that make us different! Flexible benefit scheme (up to 900 p/a) you have access to the following optional benefits: Buy or Sell annual leave You will receive basic 25 days annual leave p/a increasing by length of service (up to 30 days) Cycle to work Retail Vouchers & Discount Scheme PLACEHOLDER 4 Car Benefit scheme Health Cash Plan facility to claim cashback for dental optical and physiotherapy costs alongside wellness services. Annual Health Screening (BUPA) PLACEHOLDER 8 Thrive is an exciting place to work. We challenge ourselves and others to deliver results and think differently. We share positive experiences and messages with trust and respect at the core of every relationship. Our leaders adopt a coaching and mentoring approach - enabling and empowering others to deliver. We embrace change and encourage a strong focus on positive outcomes. We value agile working arrangements from our offices in Apsley Hertfordshire and we pride ourselves on looking after our colleagues by offering progressive careers and a full range of modern continue to grow as an organisation and aim to attract the very best people. Thrive homes are committed to fostering cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity equity and inclusion. This commitment is at the core of our understanding the importance of different voices experiences perspectives and backgrounds. We actively encourage all applicants that are suitable for the role from diverse career paths and backgrounds and from all sections of the community. As committed members of Inclusive Employers and a Disability Confident Committed employer we remain steadfast to a fair recruitment process. If you have any accessibility needs and require reasonable adjustment please contact us. Specific roles at Thrive are subject to a basic DBS check. Documents Required Experience: Manager Key Skills Account Payable,Cluster,EAM,General Maintenance,Contract Attorney,Jboss Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1

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Social Care Assistant, St brendan's Care Home, Isle of Barra (0924).

Compliance Officer role, key information:.Permanent role paying up to £60k + bonus.You will need A solid understanding of the regulatory framework, particularly SMCR and ICOBS and their application within the business.You will need a working knowledge of compliance monitoring.Conduct monitoring in

As a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve.You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too.It's a chance to bring your dedi

Assist Senior personnel with programme administration, including training, policy updates, and drafting technical updates.

Social Care Assistant, St brendan's Care Home, Isle of Barra (9324).

Location: Leicestershire (4 days a week in the office, 1 day working from home).Looking to be the Compliance lead for successful financial planning firm without the responsibility of being an SMF?.Perhaps you're looking for a stepping stone to an SMF16 role but are not ready for that level of respon

As a Care Assistant at a Barchester complex care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care they deserve.We'll look to you to support our residents with a variety of needs, including advanced or young onset dementia, multiple sclerosis, neuro rehab and Huntin

Dutch speaking Customer Service Advisor.Remote, with 1 day per month in the office.Are you a fluent Dutch speaker with a passion for providing excellent customer service? We are seeking a.Dutch-Speaking Customer Service Advisor.This role is primarily remote, offering flexibility with just one day pe

Sessional Social Care Worker (OOH) REF: HSCP/ 82722. More detail can be found in the Flexible Working Policy, linked in the download section of our.

My client, a licensed UK gambling operator, is looking for a sharp, proactive, and knowledgeable Compliance Officer to join a growing team.Assist in monitoring regulatory compliance, including UKGC Licence Conditions and Codes of Practice (LCCP), AML/CTF rules, and GDPR.Help maintain and update poli

Sessional Social Care Worker (Mobile Alarms) REF: HSCP/ 83083. More detail can be found in the Flexible Working Policy, linked in the download section of our.

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration. We are looking for a dedicated Social Worker to join Brent Council's Adult Social Care team. Experience in adult social care, mental health, or disability services.

As a Receptionist at a Barchester care home, you'll provide the warm welcome that helps to make sure every resident and visitor feels at home with us.As the first point of contact for almost everyone who comes to the home, you'll have a vitally important part to play in creating a positive and frien

Are you a dedicated Social Worker looking for a rewarding contract opportunity to make a real difference in the community? We are seeking experienced social work professionals for various project-based roles across the UK. Social Worker – UK (Remote/Hybrid). Registered with Social Work England (or

We are looking to recruit experienced Social Workers to support us on our improvement journey. As a Social Worker within our Duty and Assessment Team, you will identify and assess levels of risk and need, and deliver protective or supportive services for children at risk, in need of support and or l

Encourage resident participation and boost social interaction.

We are committed to supporting our Social Workers and Managers to achieve their aspirations too. You will receive bespoke support from the Social Work Academy who are integral in supporting this team in our improvement journey, providing advice, guidance and support to colleagues in this service are

Work alongside nurses, social workers, and multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) to ensure tailored care plans are followed. Encourage independence, social inclusion, and personal development. Level 2 or 3 Health & Social Care qualification (preferred but not essential).

If the child/young person requires longer term support you will assist in ensuring that they are allocated to a social worker in our Child in Need team. We have a strong vision for social work practice in Halton and we are currently embedding a relationship based practice model that has systemic pra

Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England. Role Overview: Social Worker – Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC).

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As a Social Worker you will be confident in your analysis and decision making to deliver purposeful and effective social care supported by experienced colleagues and managers. You will be an experienced qualified, registered social worker, who has completed your ASYE and have the commitment and pass

Job Description World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Compliance & CDM Officer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at time and a quarter Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: T

You have a degree in Social Work, a valid Social Work England Registration, at least 3 years of post-qualification experience, a driving licence and car. As a social worker within our Voluntary Adoption Agency (VAA), you will be joining a motivated and highly skilled team who work hard every day to

Are you a dedicated Social Worker looking for a rewarding contract opportunity to make a real difference in the community? We are seeking experienced social work professionals for various project-based roles across the UK. Myn collaborates with local authorities, charities, and private organizations

Experienced Social Worker - Contract Position. We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our Initial Safeguarding Assessment Team in children services, covering the Bromsgrove and Wyre Forest area. Experienced Social Worker with a strong understanding of safeguarding principles and practic

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration. We are looking for a dedicated Social Worker to join Brent Council's Adult Social Care team. Experience in adult social care, mental health, or disability services.

RecruitPro offers a variety of remote job opportunities for professionals in various fields.Join our team and find the perfect job for you.This is a part-time remote role for a Research Assistant.The Research Assistant will be responsible for conducting research, gathering data, analyzing informatio

Encourage resident participation and boost social interaction.

My client, a licensed UK gambling operator, is looking for a sharp, proactive, and knowledgeable Compliance Officer to join a growing team.Assist in monitoring regulatory compliance, including UKGC Licence Conditions and Codes of Practice (LCCP), AML/CTF rules, and GDPR.Help maintain and update poli

Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England. Role Overview: Social Worker – Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC).

Dutch speaking Customer Service Advisor.Remote, with 1 day per month in the office.Are you a fluent Dutch speaker with a passion for providing excellent customer service? We are seeking a.Dutch-Speaking Customer Service Advisor.This role is primarily remote, offering flexibility with just one day pe

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Research Assistant – Hunter Bond.Hunter Bond is a specialist recruitment consultancy serving the financial services, fintech, and technology sectors.We partner with some of the world’s most innovative and ambitious companies to help them find the very best talent.Our culture is fast-paced, colla

As a Social Worker you will be confident in your analysis and decision making to deliver purposeful and effective social care supported by experienced colleagues and managers. Alora, Social Worker – Support and Safeguarding Team. This kind of social work often takes place over several months and i

Compliance Officer role, key information:.Permanent role paying up to £60k + bonus.You will need A solid understanding of the regulatory framework, particularly SMCR and ICOBS and their application within the business.You will need a working knowledge of compliance monitoring.Conduct monitoring in

You have a degree in Social Work, a valid Social Work England Registration, at least 3 years of post-qualification experience, a driving licence and car. Are you an experienced social worker that’s passionate and determined to ensure children, young people and their families are at the heart of ev

Assist Senior personnel with programme administration, including training, policy updates, and drafting technical updates.

Level 2 or 3 Health & Social Care qualification (preferred but not essential). Work alongside nurses, social workers, and multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) to ensure tailored care plans are followed. Encourage independence, social inclusion, and personal development.

Location: Leicestershire (4 days a week in the office, 1 day working from home).Looking to be the Compliance lead for successful financial planning firm without the responsibility of being an SMF?.Perhaps you're looking for a stepping stone to an SMF16 role but are not ready for that level of respon

We are looking to recruit experienced Social Workers to support us on our improvement journey. As a Social Worker within our Duty and Assessment Team, you will identify and assess levels of risk and need, and deliver protective or supportive services for children at risk, in need of support and or l

Our client, based in the West Midlands, is currently recruiting for a.This role is due to start immediately with a salary of £26,208 - £30,000.The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working on preventative planned maintenance.Duties will include (but are not limited to):.

Training + Flexible Hours + Excellent Pension + 33 Days holiday.Commutable from Bristol, Filton, Yate, Weston-Super-Mare, Chepstow, Newport, Bath, Portishead, Nailsea, Clevedon.Are you an Estates Officer or Facilities Management professional with a strong understanding of fire safety, looking to wor

Assisting in on-boarding new clients and matters and ensuring that all details are correct in accordance with regulatory standards and firm policy. Undertaking research and other projects as needed to improve matter inception, policy, and process.

We are working with a prestigious international law firm to hire a Senior AML Analyst in London.This is a hybrid role, with three days a week in the office, offering a balance of flexibility and in-person collaboration.In this role, you’ll take the lead in overseeing a dedicated compliance team, e

Compliance & Conflicts Officer.Larbey Evans is partnering with a prestigious international law firm to recruit an enthusiastic Compliance & Conflicts Officer with strong attention to detail and a collaborative mindset.Hybrid working (8 days in 20, completely flexible of when the 8 days are taken).We

We are currently recruiting for a high-growth company within the FMCG sector for the role of.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation that delivers engaging products to millions of customers across the globe.Main Responsibilities as a Risk Compliance Officer.Conducting r

Efficiently liaise with other professionals when needed such as social workers, solicitors, translators, police and education providers. Awareness/understanding of social issues such as homelessness, well-being, support services, affordability.