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We are looking for an experienced Account Executiveswith a strong Journalistic/writing background andAccount Managers, ideally from a Finance background. Our client has a strong journalist background with their CEO being a former journalist forThe Economist, Euromoney, The Timesetc, so they are looking for candidates to have an English/History/Philosophy degree (essentially a course that indicates you are a strong writer). About the Company: Our client is a London-based Public Relations and Digital Marketing Consultancy dedicated to enhancing the reputation of their clients on the issues vital to their success. Founded in 2012, the company has a team of experienced communications professionals who offer a range of services including media relations, digital communications, content creation, crisis management, and stakeholder engagement. The company prides itself on its ability to provide bespoke solutions that are tailored to the specific needs of each client, taking a collaborative approach where clients are involved and informed throughout the process. Their clients range across fintech, property, healthcare, ESG and financial services. You will join a team of experts with a wealth of experience working with businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to large multinationals, and who are committed to delivering measurable results that help clients achieve their goals. The salaries for these roles range from Account Executives £30K - £36K per annum and Account Managers £36K - £42K per annum. The Role: The team has a focus on general media relations,corporate PR workand digital marketing work. Experience in Canva/creating graphics/social media is preferable. Your role will be varied and give you an in-depth introduction to the world of comms, PR and digital marketing. The general role will involve research, media data based management, supporting client teams on accounts, initial drafts of reports on activity and liaison with the media on forward features, special reports and surveys. Your responsibilities will include: Media relations pitching to media and looking to secure media opportunities for positive coverage for clients Client relations building trust and mutual respect across client accounts through regular meetings Content development drafting long and short form content, from opinion articles and blogs to social media posts, supporting SEO work for individual clients New business support helping with the research and development of proposals to potential new clients Social media monitoring for clients - running twitter feeds of clients, integrating and updating the online presence of their profiles, managing LinkedIn profiles and groups About You: You have a degree in areas such as Economics, Finance, Business, English, History, Communications/Media and Politics Have a relevant degree from a Russel Group university Sound understanding of financial and professional services industries Excellent writing skills from releases to succinct media content across all mediums Understanding of media, social and economic trends and their impact on client business Integrity in all aspects of work Ambition to rise rapidly through the firm The ability to work proactively and flexibly in a team structure A readiness to take the day-to-day lead in supporting the wider team with account activity Previous experience in business/finance/tech is desirable Things to Consider: Personality:excellent/hard working team player type, happy to work 3 days in the office, wants to work in a smaller growing company, looking for to have a voice in a company, want to help be part of our growth. If you meet someone that becomes a client, you earn 7.5% commission of whatever client pays per month for a year this goes for all levers from JAE-AsD. Growing the company:We have share option scheme that SC team members qualify for after a year with us, so if you show commitment etc, you could own a part of the company. Example of recent clients:Weve just started working with a big international ESG/eco client and a hotel thats known for his elite sports equipment, they have everyone from Manchester United to The Lionesses that train there (the latter stayed there for 3 months ahead of the world cup). Office:We havean office atWhite City Soho House,three days in the office and two days we work from home.Itsdog friendly, freebreakfastand we have thirsty Thursdays cocktails served late afternoon. Our Benefits: Private health and dental All team members are able to be added to private BUPA health and dental care policy once probation is completed. Professional development We are a member of the PRCA, whichoffers extensive training courses, which we allow team members to select and attend as along as it is within budget. Wellbeing All team members get awellbeingday off in addition to their holiday entitlement. Counselling support and other support services are available through our HR consultancy Peninsula. Early Fridays The last Friday of every month, we finish at 4.30 so weekends can start a little bit earlier. Socials We have monthly socials where we all go out for drinks, dinner, or some activity where we all take part, for instance going to Bounce, where we can all play table tennis. More recently we have had dinners at the Chiltern Firehouse, Soho Electric House in Notting Hill, the ME Hotels Radio Roof Bar and recently we spent an afternoon at the Four Seasons Hotel in Hampshire. We also had a team trip to our client the Burgh Island Hotel in Devon just before Christmas. Charity partner We represent a lot of exciting companies making a positive social impact and we want to make sure were matching that ethos as a team too. We have decided that, as a company, we will select a charity partner to support. Every team member is entitled to a time each year to commit to fundraising for that partner. The charity we have chosen to support is Mind. ESG/Sustainability Potentially we are looking at short ESG courses to help team members educate themselves on this increasingly critical area for the wider economy and our own sector. We have also introduced initiatives, such as planting trees for every new employee hired, to ensure that the company plays its part in the drive to protect our climate. New business We all have a part to play in new business anyone who introduces a prospect that becomes a client will receivecommission of7.5% of what that client pays for the year, per month . Discretionary bonus The companyoffers a discretionary bonus, based party on the performance of the business and partly on an individuals performance. Share options We do have a share optionsscheme and we assess annually who should beoffered options. A number have already been granted options and we hope to expand that pool. Assessment is based on being at the company for at least one year and on merit not on length of time. JBRP1_UKTJ
We are looking for an experienced Account Executiveswith a strong Journalistic/writing background andAccount Managers, ideally from a Finance background. Our client has a strong journalist background with their CEO being a former journalist forThe Economist, Euromoney, The Timesetc, so they are looking for candidates to have an English/History/Philosophy degree (essentially a course that indicates you are a strong writer). About the Company: Our client is a London-based Public Relations and Digital Marketing Consultancy dedicated to enhancing the reputation of their clients on the issues vital to their success. Founded in 2012, the company has a team of experienced communications professionals who offer a range of services including media relations, digital communications, content creation, crisis management, and stakeholder engagement. The company prides itself on its ability to provide bespoke solutions that are tailored to the specific needs of each client, taking a collaborative approach where clients are involved and informed throughout the process. Their clients range across fintech, property, healthcare, ESG and financial services. You will join a team of experts with a wealth of experience working with businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to large multinationals, and who are committed to delivering measurable results that help clients achieve their goals. The salaries for these roles range from Account Executives £30K - £36K per annum and Account Managers £36K - £42K per annum. The Role: The team has a focus on general media relations,corporate PR workand digital marketing work. Experience in Canva/creating graphics/social media is preferable. Your role will be varied and give you an in-depth introduction to the world of comms, PR and digital marketing. The general role will involve research, media data based management, supporting client teams on accounts, initial drafts of reports on activity and liaison with the media on forward features, special reports and surveys. Your responsibilities will include: Media relations pitching to media and looking to secure media opportunities for positive coverage for clients Client relations building trust and mutual respect across client accounts through regular meetings Content development drafting long and short form content, from opinion articles and blogs to social media posts, supporting SEO work for individual clients New business support helping with the research and development of proposals to potential new clients Social media monitoring for clients - running twitter feeds of clients, integrating and updating the online presence of their profiles, managing LinkedIn profiles and groups About You: You have a degree in areas such as Economics, Finance, Business, English, History, Communications/Media and Politics Have a relevant degree from a Russel Group university Sound understanding of financial and professional services industries Excellent writing skills from releases to succinct media content across all mediums Understanding of media, social and economic trends and their impact on client business Integrity in all aspects of work Ambition to rise rapidly through the firm The ability to work proactively and flexibly in a team structure A readiness to take the day-to-day lead in supporting the wider team with account activity Previous experience in business/finance/tech is desirable Things to Consider: Personality:excellent/hard working team player type, happy to work 3 days in the office, wants to work in a smaller growing company, looking for to have a voice in a company, want to help be part of our growth. If you meet someone that becomes a client, you earn 7.5% commission of whatever client pays per month for a year this goes for all levers from JAE-AsD. Growing the company:We have share option scheme that SC team members qualify for after a year with us, so if you show commitment etc, you could own a part of the company. Example of recent clients:Weve just started working with a big international ESG/eco client and a hotel thats known for his elite sports equipment, they have everyone from Manchester United to The Lionesses that train there (the latter stayed there for 3 months ahead of the world cup). Office:We havean office atWhite City Soho House,three days in the office and two days we work from home.Itsdog friendly, freebreakfastand we have thirsty Thursdays cocktails served late afternoon. Our Benefits: Private health and dental All team members are able to be added to private BUPA health and dental care policy once probation is completed. Professional development We are a member of the PRCA, whichoffers extensive training courses, which we allow team members to select and attend as along as it is within budget. Wellbeing All team members get awellbeingday off in addition to their holiday entitlement. Counselling support and other support services are available through our HR consultancy Peninsula. Early Fridays The last Friday of every month, we finish at 4.30 so weekends can start a little bit earlier. Socials We have monthly socials where we all go out for drinks, dinner, or some activity where we all take part, for instance going to Bounce, where we can all play table tennis. More recently we have had dinners at the Chiltern Firehouse, Soho Electric House in Notting Hill, the ME Hotels Radio Roof Bar and recently we spent an afternoon at the Four Seasons Hotel in Hampshire. We also had a team trip to our client the Burgh Island Hotel in Devon just before Christmas. Charity partner We represent a lot of exciting companies making a positive social impact and we want to make sure were matching that ethos as a team too. We have decided that, as a company, we will select a charity partner to support. Every team member is entitled to a time each year to commit to fundraising for that partner. The charity we have chosen to support is Mind. ESG/Sustainability Potentially we are looking at short ESG courses to help team members educate themselves on this increasingly critical area for the wider economy and our own sector. We have also introduced initiatives, such as planting trees for every new employee hired, to ensure that the company plays its part in the drive to protect our climate. New business We all have a part to play in new business anyone who introduces a prospect that becomes a client will receivecommission of7.5% of what that client pays for the year, per month . Discretionary bonus The companyoffers a discretionary bonus, based party on the performance of the business and partly on an individuals performance. Share options We do have a share optionsscheme and we assess annually who should beoffered options. A number have already been granted options and we hope to expand that pool. Assessment is based on being at the company for at least one year and on merit not on length of time. JBRP1_UKTJ
Vistry Group
Whyteleafe, Surrey
In a Nutshell We have a fantastic opportunity for a Development Manager to join our team within Vistry South East, at our Caterham office. As our Development Manager, you will be responsible for the pre-construction phases of development projects, overseeing all legal, scheme viability, design and planning issues and coordinating with estimating, mobilisation, and construction teams. The Development Manager will be expected to coordinate the skills and resources of each function within the organisation together with appointing and managing external consultants to ensure that each development is optimized through efficient management. 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 As a minimum, educated to A level standard or equivalent, or ability to demonstrate relevant experience in a similar position Proficient in MS Office programmes; particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook Experience in a development role within the Construction, Property Development or Housing Industry Proven ability to manage multiple projects and lead the development process Good geographic knowledge of the area Organised and methodical, with good attention to detail Highly numerate with the ability to undertake feasibility appraisals Highly literate and able to understand and interpret complex legal documentation Strong time management skills with an ability to prioritise Able to work under own initiative, having good decision-making skills and a keen sense of responsibility Professional manner Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels Able to travel on a regular basis throughout the area, with access to a vehicle on a daily basis Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable A desire to continue with further education Strong excel and viability understanding Familiar with Group software - Coins Experience of all stages of development including legal, design, planning related activities, and health and safety More about the Development Manager role Assist the Land / New Business department during the pre-development programme and, in certain instances, to lead on land acquisition or renegotiation of terms on existing projects. Give advice to ensure all development issues are addressed in outline at the outset prior to conclusion of the purchase process and, where appropriate, coordinate with the internal team. Ensuring the active involvement of the Development Team to facilitate early Handover of prospective Development sites from the Land / New Business Team to the full Project Team. Carry out Land Appraisals using Group software (Coins) and ensure accurate ongoing monitoring and updating for budgeting purposes. Settlement of the Construction Budget and programme, monitoring all Developments through a thorough review of development co-ordination checklists on a regular basis. Set realistic programmes to determine construction starts, sales opening and selling periods. Management of the relevant Development budgets and programme information in line with the Development Appraisal system at all times. Assist, manage and coordinate Joint Ventures as agreed with the Management Services Agreement; Liaison with the Legal department / appointed Solicitor / Technical department as required to ensure all relevant documentation is available at the requisite time including: Conveyance Plans; Section 38 / 104 Agreements; Open Space Agreements; Service Wayleaves / Easements; and Freehold Transfer Contracts. Carry out duties in compliance with the Company's ISO9001 accreditation. Support the Group Environmental and Social Value policies. Prepare and submit Partnering Approval Forms and ensure Project Close out Reports are completed and concluded, where appropriate via the necessary internal team. Drive the progress of each project by active management and mitigate against slippage, to ensure the Development Programme is delivered to the agreed timescales. Prepare reports and risk registers to gain internal approvals and ensure audit compliance. Manage solicitors, land agents and appointed legal advisors to negotiate and agree land contracts, ensuring any development related matters are fully resolved prior to entering into contract. Manage consultant teams e.g. architects, engineers, to produce scheme specific information and ensure the timely submission of schemes to the appropriate planning authority and statutory bodies in line with agreed timescales. Assist supporting information e.g. surveys, reports, assessments etc. required to support the planning process and enable sufficient pre delivery planning/design. Maintain excellent communication with the project team and internal stakeholders to ensure relevant information is correctly shared and circulated, and all actions are progressed in a timely manner. When required, organise and lead/ attend client meetings acting in a professional manner to positively represent the company at all times. Follow the internal development process, ensuring all systems are maintained with accurate information at all times. Resolve problems in collaboration with the project teams and colleagues and share learning to champion continuous improvement and ensure successful delivery of schemes. Promote and represent the company when appropriate in order to maximise development opportunities and the reputation of the company. When required, assess new business opportunities, undertake feasibility work, and prepare 'offer documentation' as required. Network with new and existing clients to identify opportunities to expand the business. To undertake any other duties as deemed necessary from time to time. 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. JBRP1_UKTJ
In a Nutshell We have a fantastic opportunity for a Development Manager to join our team within Vistry South East, at our Caterham office. As our Development Manager, you will be responsible for the pre-construction phases of development projects, overseeing all legal, scheme viability, design and planning issues and coordinating with estimating, mobilisation, and construction teams. The Development Manager will be expected to coordinate the skills and resources of each function within the organisation together with appointing and managing external consultants to ensure that each development is optimized through efficient management. 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 As a minimum, educated to A level standard or equivalent, or ability to demonstrate relevant experience in a similar position Proficient in MS Office programmes; particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook Experience in a development role within the Construction, Property Development or Housing Industry Proven ability to manage multiple projects and lead the development process Good geographic knowledge of the area Organised and methodical, with good attention to detail Highly numerate with the ability to undertake feasibility appraisals Highly literate and able to understand and interpret complex legal documentation Strong time management skills with an ability to prioritise Able to work under own initiative, having good decision-making skills and a keen sense of responsibility Professional manner Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels Able to travel on a regular basis throughout the area, with access to a vehicle on a daily basis Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable A desire to continue with further education Strong excel and viability understanding Familiar with Group software - Coins Experience of all stages of development including legal, design, planning related activities, and health and safety More about the Development Manager role Assist the Land / New Business department during the pre-development programme and, in certain instances, to lead on land acquisition or renegotiation of terms on existing projects. Give advice to ensure all development issues are addressed in outline at the outset prior to conclusion of the purchase process and, where appropriate, coordinate with the internal team. Ensuring the active involvement of the Development Team to facilitate early Handover of prospective Development sites from the Land / New Business Team to the full Project Team. Carry out Land Appraisals using Group software (Coins) and ensure accurate ongoing monitoring and updating for budgeting purposes. Settlement of the Construction Budget and programme, monitoring all Developments through a thorough review of development co-ordination checklists on a regular basis. Set realistic programmes to determine construction starts, sales opening and selling periods. Management of the relevant Development budgets and programme information in line with the Development Appraisal system at all times. Assist, manage and coordinate Joint Ventures as agreed with the Management Services Agreement; Liaison with the Legal department / appointed Solicitor / Technical department as required to ensure all relevant documentation is available at the requisite time including: Conveyance Plans; Section 38 / 104 Agreements; Open Space Agreements; Service Wayleaves / Easements; and Freehold Transfer Contracts. Carry out duties in compliance with the Company's ISO9001 accreditation. Support the Group Environmental and Social Value policies. Prepare and submit Partnering Approval Forms and ensure Project Close out Reports are completed and concluded, where appropriate via the necessary internal team. Drive the progress of each project by active management and mitigate against slippage, to ensure the Development Programme is delivered to the agreed timescales. Prepare reports and risk registers to gain internal approvals and ensure audit compliance. Manage solicitors, land agents and appointed legal advisors to negotiate and agree land contracts, ensuring any development related matters are fully resolved prior to entering into contract. Manage consultant teams e.g. architects, engineers, to produce scheme specific information and ensure the timely submission of schemes to the appropriate planning authority and statutory bodies in line with agreed timescales. Assist supporting information e.g. surveys, reports, assessments etc. required to support the planning process and enable sufficient pre delivery planning/design. Maintain excellent communication with the project team and internal stakeholders to ensure relevant information is correctly shared and circulated, and all actions are progressed in a timely manner. When required, organise and lead/ attend client meetings acting in a professional manner to positively represent the company at all times. Follow the internal development process, ensuring all systems are maintained with accurate information at all times. Resolve problems in collaboration with the project teams and colleagues and share learning to champion continuous improvement and ensure successful delivery of schemes. Promote and represent the company when appropriate in order to maximise development opportunities and the reputation of the company. When required, assess new business opportunities, undertake feasibility work, and prepare 'offer documentation' as required. Network with new and existing clients to identify opportunities to expand the business. To undertake any other duties as deemed necessary from time to time. 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. JBRP1_UKTJ
