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  • Building Surveyor
    Building Surveyor
    2 hours ago
    Part-time
    London

    Company Description Domus Surveying is a residential surveying specialist focused on helping homebuyers make confident, informed property decisions. With decades of experience across building surveying and period property restoration, the team delivers accurate valuations, Level 1–3 RICS surveys, and clear post-survey advice. Reports are typically delivered within five days, with an optional 24-hour service, offering both speed and thoroughness. The company combines meticulous attention to detail with a strong commitment to client care, guiding buyers of both period homes and modern builds through the process with clarity and friendly support. Rooted in the heritage of surveying—reflected in its “Domus” name and Groma logo—Domus Surveying is dedicated to precision, reliability, and high-quality residential service. Role Description The Residential Property Consultant (AssocRICS / MRICS / FRICS) will provide professional advice and guidance to homebuyers and property owners across Greater London, Kent and Essex. This is a full-time, on-site role that involves conducting residential inspections, preparing clear and concise RICS Level 1–3 survey reports and valuations, and supporting clients with post-survey consultations. Day-to-day responsibilities include assessing property condition and value, identifying potential defects and maintenance issues, and explaining findings in an accessible, client-focused manner. The role also involves liaising with estate agents/vendors, managing instruction pipelines/dairy, and contributing to business development by maintaining strong client relationships and upholding Domus Surveying’s standards of accuracy and service. Qualifications • Strong consulting and advisory skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into clear, practical guidance for clients., • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to produce concise written reports and engage confidently in client-facing discussions., • Proven customer service skills, demonstrating empathy, professionalism, and responsiveness throughout the survey and post-survey process., • Experience in supplying a professional services, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships., • Sound understanding of residential markets, property defects and building construction, including experience with RICS Level 1–3 surveys and property valuation report writing., • AssocRICS, MRICS, or FRICS qualification in a relevant surveying discipline, with up-to-date professional membership and compliance with RICS standards., • Strong analytical and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to identify defects and assess remedial work requirements, including for period properties., • Comfort working independently in the field across Greater London, Kent and Essex, with effective time management and report turnaround efficiency., • Proficiency with digital tools and surveying software; a valid UK driving licence with access to transport. Partner with Domus Surveying | Flexible Consultancy Opportunity 📍 London | Kent | Essex 💷 Self-Employed Consultancy | Competitive Fee Share | Flexible Workload | Administrative Support Looking to Supplement Your Existing Work? Domus Surveying is expanding, and we're looking to build long-term relationships with experienced Residential Surveyor Consultants to support our growing pipeline of residential survey and valuation work. Whether you're an independent surveyor, run your own practice, or simply have capacity for additional instructions, we'd love to hear from you. This is a genuine partnership opportunity—giving you access to a steady flow of work without the time, cost and effort of marketing, administration or chasing new business. What We Provide ✔ Regular residential survey instructions ✔ Complete administrative support from instruction through to completion ✔ Client bookings arranged for you ✔ Marketing and business development handled by us ✔ Prompt payments ✔ Flexible workload—you choose what you accept ✔ Technical support from an experienced team when required ✔ Opportunity to build a long-term relationship with a growing residential surveying practice Survey Types You'll undertake a variety of residential work including: • RICS Level 2 Home Surveys, • RICS Level 3 Building Surveys, • Residential Valuations, • Help to Buy Valuations, • Probate Valuations, • Snagging Inspections, • Defect Diagnosis How the Partnership Works This is a self-employed consultancy arrangement. Domus Surveying manages: • Client acquisition, • Marketing, • Administration, • Booking appointments, • Client communication, • Invoicing, • Payment collection, • Quality assurance You focus on what you do best: ✔ Inspect properties ✔ Produce high-quality reports ✔ Deliver an excellent client experience Fee Share Our consultancy model operates on a straightforward 30/70 fee split: • 30% – Domus Surveying, • 70% – Consultant (NET) The split reflects the comprehensive support, systems, administration, marketing and client generation provided by Domus Surveying, allowing you to concentrate on surveying rather than running a business. We're Looking For: ✔ AssocRICS, MRICS or FRICS qualified surveyors ✔ Experienced in residential surveys and/or valuations ✔ Excellent report writing and communication skills ✔ Professional, reliable and client-focused ✔ Full UK Driving Licence and own vehicle ✔ Strong commitment to delivering exceptional customer service A satisfactory DBS check will be required. Why Partner with Domus Surveying? We're building a modern residential surveying practice that values quality, professionalism and long-term relationships. If you have capacity in your diary and would like access to a consistent pipeline of work—without the headache of finding clients—we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Interested? 📩 Send your CV and sample Level 2, 3 and Valuation (redacted for Data Protection Act) or contact Michael Eaton for a confidential discussion.

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  • Freelance Writer
    Freelance Writer
    23 days ago
    £13 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    I'm looking for a highly organised freelance production editor to help transfer content from Microsoft Word into professionally designed Canva templates. This is not a writing or design role. The content has already been written and the page layouts have already been designed. Your role is to accurately place the content into the correct Canva pages while maintaining consistency throughout the book. About the Project Sustainable Fashion Vocabulary is a major reference publication designed to become a practical industry tool for designers, brands, educators, consultants, journalists and sustainability professionals. The book follows a highly structured editorial framework with hundreds of entries presented in a consistent visual format. Responsibilities Copy text from Microsoft Word manuscripts into Canva templates Maintain consistent formatting throughout the document Ensure headings, tables, icons and section layouts remain aligned Check spelling, spacing, punctuation and formatting during transfer Flag any missing content or formatting inconsistencies Keep page layouts clean and visually balanced Follow an established page template exactly Essential Skills Excellent Canva experience Strong Microsoft Word skills Exceptional attention to detail Experience working with long documents or books Good understanding of typography and layout Ability to follow established design systems without improvising Reliable and organised Nice to Have Editorial or publishing experience Book production experience Experience working with style guides Knowledge of fashion or sustainability (helpful but not essential) Project Details Freelance / remote Immediate start Flexible hours Potential for several weeks (or longer) of ongoing work depending on progress Hundreds of pages requiring careful production work

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  • Chemist/Biologist/Biochemist Consultant for Sci-fi Novel
    Chemist/Biologist/Biochemist Consultant for Sci-fi Novel
    1 month ago
    Part-time

    Hello there. I'm a recent winner of a literary award for my soon to published science fiction novel(s), and I am looking for professionals, specifically in the sciences, to act as consultants. Originally, I had students in mind for this role but anyone with an interest is absolutely welcome to apply — a bonus if you like science-fiction books/film/television! I am hoping this partnership will lead to a lasting relationship in which you will assist me on the full book as well as up coming future works (of which I hope there to be many more of). I will be asking for your help on many weird, wonderful, and speculative subjects in which my creative brain needs someone with an academic mind for some realistic grounding in reality. However, as with all science fiction, creative license is always welcome. To give you an idea of the sort of things I may ask for your expertise on, I am currently looking for help on solidifying the technical biological makeup of an alien hive-parasite organism. I have the entire concept laid out, I know what I want the organism to be and do, I just need a science mind to help solidify the chemical attributes, to write out and explain what the organism is made up of, in a way that makes sense (Is it silicon-cabron based, for instance? People keep telling me it should be but I don't know what the hell that means — help!) Obviously, this is fiction and does not all of have to be based in fact, but it has to sound plausible, and most importantly believable to the audience. If you are not a biologist or biochemist but have expertise, please still apply! If you're based in or around London, it would be great to meet and discuss. Otherwise a call/zoom is fine. I'm aware this job offer is unorthodox, but I'd be happy to offer a payment of flat fee of £50 for this first project.

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