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Job Title: Assistant Retail Store Manager Location: Hove Hours: 39 hours per week Shift Patterns: 5 days out of 7 (Weekend work included) Salary: Competitive An excellent opportunity has presented itself to join our client, as their Assistant Retail Store Manager. An industry leader in the fashion sector, we are actively recruiting for an Assistant Retail Store Manager to join the management team, reporting to the Retail Store Manager. As the Assistant Retail Store Manager, you will maximise business profitability of your store by optimising sales opportunities whilst working within planned costs. You will manage day to day operations of the store, deliver excellent customer service through staff training and leading by example, providing an excellent service to all customers. Primary Responsibilities Increasing Store Profitability & Sales You will monitor store performance daily, weekly and monthly as well as year on year, providing reports and updates to assist the store manager to improve. Reviewing performance and making suggestions to increase sales. Utilising KPI s to enhance store performance and sales. Awareness of store performance, relating to; customer footfall, conversion and average spend. Ability to show initiative in product placement and prioritise concession. Ensure staff are consistently aware of sales targets and exceeding expectations. Ensure staff are trained with regards to visual merchandising. Ensure sales floor layout reflects company guidelines and appropriate adjacencies designed to encourage customer flow around the store and to create sales opportunities. Customer Service Demonstrate good customer awareness and interaction at all times, setting the standard for your store. Monitor and seek continuous improvement on the level of service given to customers. Constantly improve product knowledge of your staff and yourself. Line manager store assistants. Staff Management Assist the store manager in recruiting staff as authorised by Retail Store Manager, ensuring recruitment remains within budget and to meet the commercial requirements of the store. Assist with onboarding and inducting new staff in line with company expectations. Monitor, review and appraise individuals as company procedure, identifying those with potential for development and succession. Set and implement clear work objectives to effectively deploy the people within the team to the commercial benefit of the branch. Ability to maintain and enhance successful business relationships. Experience & Requirements Previous experience as a retail supervisor/ manager, preferably within fashion but would also consider other disciplines such as: hospitality, business etc. Experience with supervising teams. Confident in supervising small teams and ensuring your team is performing to the best of their ability. Exceptional customer service skills. Flexible to work weekends and longer shifts when required. Happy to be contracted 39 hours per week, with shift flexibility. Proficient in administration, reporting and health & safety. Previous experience with recruiting, onboarding, training and developing staff. If you feel these qualities describe you, then we would like to hear from you. Please only apply for the role if you are comfortable with the role outlined above. Please submit your career details to Andrew Bridges at PDA SEARCH & SELECTION LIMITED .

Job Title: Assistant Retail Store Manager Location: Belfast Hours: 39 hours per week Shift Patterns: 5 days out of 7 (Weekend work included) Salary: Competitive An excellent opportunity has presented itself to join our client, as their Assistant Retail Store Manager. An industry leader in the fashion sector, we are actively recruiting for an Assistant Retail Store Manager to join the management team, reporting to the Retail Store Manager. As the Assistant Retail Store Manager, you will maximise business profitability of your store by optimising sales opportunities whilst working within planned costs. You will manage day to day operations of the store, deliver excellent customer service through staff training and leading by example, providing an excellent service to all customers. Primary Responsibilities Increasing Store Profitability & Sales You will monitor store performance daily, weekly and monthly as well as year on year, providing reports and updates to assist the store manager to improve. Reviewing performance and making suggestions to increase sales. Utilising KPI s to enhance store performance and sales. Awareness of store performance, relating to; customer footfall, conversion and average spend. Ability to show initiative in product placement and prioritise concession. Ensure staff are consistently aware of sales targets and exceeding expectations. Ensure staff are trained with regards to visual merchandising. Ensure sales floor layout reflects company guidelines and appropriate adjacencies designed to encourage customer flow around the store and to create sales opportunities. Customer Service Demonstrate good customer awareness and interaction at all times, setting the standard for your store. Monitor and seek continuous improvement on the level of service given to customers. Constantly improve product knowledge of your staff and yourself. Line manager store assistants. Staff Management Assist the store manager in recruiting staff as authorised by Retail Store Manager, ensuring recruitment remains within budget and to meet the commercial requirements of the store. Assist with onboarding and inducting new staff in line with company expectations. Monitor, review and appraise individuals as company procedure, identifying those with potential for development and succession. Set and implement clear work objectives to effectively deploy the people within the team to the commercial benefit of the branch. Ability to maintain and enhance successful business relationships. Experience & Requirements Previous experience as a retail supervisor/ manager, preferably within fashion but would also consider other disciplines such as: hospitality, business etc. Experience with supervising teams. Confident in supervising small teams and ensuring your team is performing to the best of their ability. Exceptional customer service skills. Flexible to work weekends and longer shifts when required. Happy to be contracted 39 hours per week, with shift flexibility. Proficient in administration, reporting and health & safety. Previous experience with recruiting, onboarding, training and developing staff. If you feel these qualities describe you, then we would like to hear from you. Please only apply for the role if you are comfortable with the role outlined above. Please submit your career details to Andrew Bridges at PDA SEARCH & SELECTION LIMITED .

Becoming a parent is an amazing journey, full of magical moments. For the last 40 years here at Mamas & Papas we have dedicated everything to understanding and putting our customers and community of new, expectant and hopeful parents first. We're that warm arm of reassurance, that friendly face, to offer incredible insight, product knowledge and trust. Whether it be our in-store personal shopping experiences, car seat consultations, parent to be events, or someone to help guide our customers and community, we're there to make sure buying their first pram, cot, baby changing table or that cute little babygrow, whatever it may be magical moments they'll cherish. The ROLE OF DEPUTY STORE MANAGER As DEPUTY STORE MANAGER within Mamas & Papas, these roles are one of the key ambassadors of creating these magical moments for our customers and community of new and expectant parents. We are now looking for a DEPUTY MANAGER to join the family and work within our beautiful Edinburgh store. As DEPUTY STORE MANAGER, you will assist the Store Manager in the day to day running of the store, store experience and achieveing store KPI's. Additionally, managing a team of amazing Supervisors and Sales Assistants within the store. You will look to support in motivating, inspiring and developing this incredible team, always willing to lead by example. This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced Supervisor, Deputy or Assistant Manager to work in an environment that truly puts the customer first. If you come from either of those backgrounds, have inspired retail teams, lead by example and would genuinley love creating magical moments for our customers and their families, then we would love to hear from you. To APPLY, simply click through to download your CV, and fill in a short Mamas & Papas application form (2mins max) We at Mamas & Papas are committed to championing people of all cultures, ethnicities and gender preferences, and celebrating diversity in all its forms through our campaigns and our actions. We strongly believe in the power of inclusivity to help us all move forward in life.

Estate Agent Branch Manager Are you a Branch Manager wanting more or are you a high performing Assistant Branch Manager, Sales Manager or strong Lister wanting to progress with your career? Are you a DYNAMIC and INSPIRATIONAL leader of people? On target earnings on offer of £45,000. Also being offered is a basic salary of £29,000. In addition you will have the option of a company car or a £4,000 car allowance. 2 Saturdays on then 1 off. Estate Agent Branch Manager This is a role for an enthusiastic, skilled and charismatic Estate Agent seeking a responsible and well paid role with a dynamic and growing business, where success, commitment and hard work is both recognised and rewarded - an excellent salary package awaits you if you match the description. Estate Agent Branch Manager From winning new business to motivating and getting the best out of your team, you will be expected to lead by example and must be professional in your approach to every aspect of the process of selling homes. Estate Agent Branch Manager A minimum of 5 years experience in the Estate Agency industry is required and must include practical experience in valuations and instruction gaining. This is a great role to develop your management skills and help you move upwards on the career ladder. Estate Agent Branch Manager Basic salary £29,000 plus £4,000 car allowance or company car with on target earnings of £45,000. 2 Saturdays on then 1 off. Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents hits 19 years of successful trading. A milestone to be proud of Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents is a "Specialist Estate Agency Recruitment Service" dealing with the placement of Estate Agents and Letting Agents into permanent positions within the Residential Estate Agency Property sector. We cover all specialties of recruitment to include Residential Sales and Lettings, Property and Block Management to include Lettings Coordinators / Progressors, Inventory Clerks, Financial Services to include Mortgage Advisors, Independent Financial Advisors, Protection and Financial Services Administrators, Paraplanning, Land and New Homes and Secretarial / Administration / PA s. Visit Kings Permanent Recruitment for Estate Agents website for online Estate Agency vacancies. Find Steve King on LinkedIn.

Retail Managers Edinburgh Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment are working with leading brands across Edinburgh and want to speak with any Retail Manager ready for a new opportunity. If you are an experienced Retail Manager seeking development, progression or a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you. Retailers across the city are actively hiring and are looking for strong leadership, commercial awareness and the qualities that make a great Retail Manager . We recruit for: Area Managers / Regional Managers Store Managers / General Managers Assistant Managers / Deputy Managers Concession Managers / Team Leaders If you're passionate about leadership, customer experience and commercial success and ready for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you're currently a Retail Manager or aspiring to step into management, we can support your next move. Send your CV in complete confidence if you're interested in opportunities within fashion, lifestyle, luxury, beauty or high-street retail. BBBH35066

REED Business Support in Bath is seeking a proactive and on the ball Office Assistant / PA to support the Membership Manager in their daily duties. Working in a highly desirable area of Bath with free parking, this role is integral in the running of the business and plays a pivotal role. Permanent Monday to Friday (with occasional evenings and weekends for events) 9am - 5p.30pm Free parking Salary £27,000 - £29,500 Duties include: Replying to enquiries, managing an inbox Organising tours of the building for prospective members Managing renewals on the online system Assisting with facilities checks Liaising with the book-keeper, checking post Minute taking Making bookings Producing posters to promote events (knowledge of Canva or similar would be good) Keeping the website up to date (knowledge of Wordpress would be good) Social media posts Any other ad hoc duties as required by the Membership Manager Ideally you will have: Excellent communication skills, persuasive and proactive Ability to deal with stakeholders and prospective members Good writing skills Sound knowledge of MS Office To apply for this brand new role, please click 'apply' and send your cv to

Retail Managers Newcastle Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment are working with leading brands across Newcastle and want to speak with any Retail Manager ready for a new opportunity. If you are an experienced Retail Manager seeking development, progression or a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you. Retailers across the city are actively hiring and are looking for strong leadership, commercial awareness and the qualities that make a great Retail Manager . We recruit for: Area Managers / Regional Managers Store Managers / General Managers Assistant Managers / Deputy Managers Concession Managers / Team Leaders If you're passionate about leadership, customer experience and commercial success and ready for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you're currently a Retail Manager or aspiring to step into management, we can support your next move. Send your CV in complete confidence if you're interested in opportunities within fashion, lifestyle, luxury, beauty or high-street retail. BBBH35066

Retail Managers Sheffield Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment are working with leading brands across Sheffield and want to speak with any Retail Manager ready for a new opportunity. If you are an experienced Retail Manager seeking development, progression or a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you. Retailers across the city are actively hiring and are looking for strong leadership, commercial awareness and the qualities that make a great Retail Manager . We recruit for: Area Managers / Regional Managers Store Managers / General Managers Assistant Managers / Deputy Managers Concession Managers / Team Leaders If you're passionate about leadership, customer experience and commercial success and ready for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you're currently a Retail Manager or aspiring to step into management, we can support your next move. Send your CV in complete confidence if you're interested in opportunities within fashion, lifestyle, luxury, beauty or high-street retail. BBBH35066

Retail Managers Milton Keynes Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment are working with leading brands across Milton Keynes and want to speak with any Retail Manager ready for a new opportunity. If you are an experienced Retail Manager seeking development, progression or a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you. Retailers across the city are actively hiring and are looking for strong leadership, commercial awareness and the qualities that make a great Retail Manager . We recruit for: Area Managers / Regional Managers Store Managers / General Managers Assistant Managers / Deputy Managers Concession Managers / Team Leaders If you're passionate about leadership, customer experience and commercial success and ready for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you're currently a Retail Manager or aspiring to step into management, we can support your next move. Send your CV in complete confidence if you're interested in opportunities within fashion, lifestyle, luxury, beauty or high-street retail. BBBH35066

Assistant Store Manager Our client is a leading menswear retailer, they have stores/concessions across the UK and have been operating for over 75 years. The business is expanding further and they are currently seeking experienced Assistant Store Manager for their menswear store based within Springfield Outlet shopping centre, Unit 49A Camel Gate, Spalding, PE12 6EY. This is a superb opportunity to join a well-established yet ever-growing company, in a managerial position. Dynamic individuals are sought and will be responsible for supporting the Store Manager manage the store and team, help organise staff rotas, sales and customer service, merchandising stock, plus use of till and card machine. Salary / Benefits: Along with a competitive basic salary, our client also offers: £26,436.80 per annum plus excellent bonus and commission. Commission scheme is payable on team sales, not an individual target. 28 days holiday. Workplace pension scheme. Staff discount scheme Full training on all their stock. Hours: 40 hours per week between store opening times. To be considered for this opportunity you must have Managerial experience within a fashion retail environment. Great career prospects await the successful candidate! If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply ASAP. PLEASE NOTE by applying to this position, you agree for your CV to be submitted to our client, who shall contact you directly, should your application make their short-list. You also agree to our Privacy Policy: (url removed)./privacy-policy.html

Senior Quantity Surveyor Location : East Midlands regional office, Castle Donington Salary: Competitive Reports to: Commercial Manager Hours : Full time, Permanent About the Role: At Allison Homes, we pride ourselves on being an award-winning private housebuilder dedicated to creating beautiful homes and communities across the Central and East of England, the East Midlands and the South West of England. Our mission is to provide affordable yet aspirational homes to our communities, ensuring that new homes are accessible and attainable for all with a quality product suitable for everyone. We are proud of our people, and collaboration and teamwork are key to everything we do. Our Values are at our heart and centre around Kindness, Trust, Teamwork, Passion and Performance. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to help us achieve our ambitious growth plans and goals, to be part of our journey and to grow their career along with our success. In line with our ambitious growth strategy, we are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen our Commercial Team in our East Midlands region. This key position will oversee cost management, procurement strategy, and overall commercial performance across our developments. You will also provide leadership and mentoring to junior colleagues while supporting strategic planning and commercial reporting initiatives across the business. Key Responsibilities Lead on cost planning, budgeting, and commercial management for a flagship development, ensuring profitability, value for money, and quality standards. Provide strategic commercial support to the Commercial Manager, contributing to the region s financial performance and long-term planning. Take ownership of subcontract procurement, including preparing tender documentation, conducting analysis, negotiating terms, and finalising appointments. Mentor and support Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors in their professional development, offering guidance and reviews. Provide commercial input during land acquisition, design development, and value engineering exercises to ensure schemes are commercially viable. Maintain budget control throughout project lifecycles, managing cost variations, forecasting, and reporting against key financial KPIs. Attend and lead regular site and commercial review meetings, supporting effective collaboration between commercial, technical, and construction teams. Attend progress meetings with third parties/clients, ensuring terms of the contract as well as financial targets are met. Analyse and evaluate subcontractor performance, participating in supplier reviews and contributing to the development of preferred supplier relationships. Ensure full compliance with internal procedures, external regulations, NHBC/LABC requirements, and industry best practices. Champion continual improvement and innovation in procurement, cost management, and commercial reporting processes. Support in resolving disputes, final accounts, and contract administration in line with legal and business requirements. Contribute to and present monthly and quarterly commercial reports and forecasts to senior management. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience working as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or an experienced Quantity Surveyor ready to step up, ideally within the housebuilding or residential development sector. Deep understanding of quantity surveying, cost control, subcontract management, and commercial reporting. Proven experience in cost planning, procurement, and contract administration. Experience managing multiple developments concurrently and working with cross-functional project teams. Establish, develop, and maintain strong working relationships with subcontractors, Registered Providers (RPs), and consultants across the East Midlands region to ensure effective collaboration and successful project delivery. Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide and develop junior colleagues. Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills. Commercially astute with strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities. Proficient in relevant IT systems (ideally COINS or similar commercial management software), MS Excel, and reporting tools. Professional qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related field (HNC, HND, BSc) preferred. Member of or working towards RICS or equivalent professional body desirable. Full UK driving licence. A commitment to role model Allison Homes values Kindness, Trust, Teamwork, Passion and Performance. The benefit package for this role includes: Competitive salary. Discretionary Bonus Scheme. Car allowance (with option to join the company salary sacrifice car scheme, T&Cs apply). 25 days holiday (increasing to 27 days after two years continuous service) Pension Scheme. Group Life Assurance. Group Income Protection Scheme. Smart Health Employee Assistance Programme. Simply Health Cash Plan (opt in). Allison Homes House purchase discount scheme. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Allison Homes, please do not hesitate to apply. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date if we receive a strong response.

Location: Portsmouth (hybrid - minimum 2 days per week in the office) Salary : Competitive, depending on experience Role type : Full-time, permanent About the Role We are looking for an experienced Central Finance Manager to play a key leadership role within our growing finance function. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys owning financial reporting end-to-end, setting high standards, developing people, and ensuring that management information is accurate, consistent, and genuinely useful for decision-making. You will lead and support a team of Management Accountants, take ownership of monthly reporting across multiple entities, and act as a senior point of judgement within the finance function. The role also includes the opportunity to support targeted performance improvement activity where additional focus is required. What You'll Be Responsible For Financial Reporting & Control Own the monthly management reporting cycle across a multi-entity structure. Ensure reporting is accurate, timely, consistent, and well-presented. Review and quality-check outputs before senior review. Maintain strong financial controls, reconciliations, and documentation. Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop Management Accountants and Assistant Management Accountants. Act as a senior escalation point for technical or judgement-based questions. Support the team in moving beyond reporting numbers to explaining performance drivers and trends. Process & Continuous Improvement Own reporting timetables and delivery discipline. Improve efficiency, clarity, and consistency of finance processes. Work with internal teams and external providers to ensure high-quality outputs. Audit & Stakeholder Support Coordinate information requests related to statutory reporting and audits. Act as a key finance contact for stakeholders, providing clear, reliable information. Ensure finance outputs remain audit-ready throughout the year. Performance Improvement Support Where required, support short, well-defined improvement initiatives for specific business areas. Use financial insight to help identify root causes and improvement actions. Track progress and embed improvements before returning focus fully to BAU delivery. (This element of the role is selective and time-bound - not continuous change management.) What We're Looking For Essential Strong experience in management accounting within a multi-entity or professional services environment. Confident ownership of month-end reporting and financial control. Proven people leadership and coaching experience. Solid technical accounting knowledge and sound judgement. Ability to prioritise effectively and stay calm under pressure. Desirable Practice or audit background. Experience supporting business improvement or stabilisation initiatives. Exposure to outsourced finance or shared-service environments. Confident with Xero ecosystem. Why Join Us A senior, visible role with real ownership and influence. Opportunity to shape how financial reporting operates at scale. Exposure to a broad, diverse group structure. Clear progression opportunities for the right individual. A culture that values high standards, pragmatism, and continuous improvement. We are TC Group, the fastest-growing top 20 accountancy firm in the UK. We're business advisors and accountants, with over 30 years of experience we've honed our skills and developed our service offering to deliver a much wider range of bespoke support and advice to ambitious business owners and their businesses. TC Group is growing and changing at quite a pace! We're an ambitious group of people with the same aim - to create a consistent, high-quality experience for our clients. Like us, our client list is growing - we're supporting more and more of the UK's ambitious business owners, SME's and large Corporations and it's a real team effort. We're helping them make courageous decisions to grow their businesses. We always seek the best talent, looking for individuals who are technically brilliant, solution-focused and continually strive to be the best in class. Each member of our team plays an integral part in creating the unique feel and culture of our business, which in turn helps us continue to grow, develop and evolve. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

Position Title: HR Customer Support Consultant - Contact Centre Duration: 12 Month Contract Location: Whitley - Coventry Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU. The Opportunity: This role is an HR Consultant role based at Whitley, Coventry - the team operates hybrid working therefore working remotely from home for some of the time, and attending the office for 2-3 days a week. The role sits within the Contact Centre within HR Direct which acts as the first point of contact for general HR queries from all colleagues and managers. This employee focused role sits in the Contact Centre within HR Direct. The role is primarily to clarify and resolve employee enquiries relating to HR processes and policies, including (but not limited to) recruitment, performance, reward or employee relations matters. The role manages queries received via email / portal and escalations from the HR Virtual Assistant, and will also make outbound calls where necessary to discuss queries with employees. The role is also responsible for the pulling of the absence report and management. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Essential: Previous experience of working in an HR employee advisory role Degree qualified or equivalent experience preferred Excellent communication skills - both spoken and written Strong generalist HR experience including substantial knowledge of key HR practices such as disciplinary, grievances, absence management and performance Good understanding of UK employment law IT literate including strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel Why work through Contechs? Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment. How to Apply If you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch.

Assistant Manager - Fashion Retail Portsmouth Salary: Up to 35,000 + Exceptional Benefits Are you ready to step into the fast-paced world of fashion? We're on the hunt for an enthusiastic, driven Assistant Manager to join a fashion store in the vibrant Portsmouth. This is your chance to be part of a brand renowned for its style, quality, and exceptional customer experience. In this role as Assistant Manager, you'll take charge of the store's daily operations, leading a passionate team to deliver world-class service, exceed sales targets, and create an unforgettable shopping experience. If you're a natural leader with a flair for fashion, this is the opportunity to make your mark in a thriving, high-energy environment. Why This Role Rocks: Lead a High-Performance Team: Motivate, inspire, and empower your team to deliver an outstanding customer journey. Drive Sales & Achieve Success: Smash targets, track KPIs, and implement strategies to ensure your store is always ahead of the curve. Influence the Customer Experience: From stock management to visual merchandising, you'll shape the shopping experience that keeps customers coming back. Career Growth: With endless opportunities for progression, this role is your launchpad to an exciting career in fashion retail. Key Responsibilities for the Assistant Manager: Inspire & Lead: Foster a positive, vibrant, and high-energy atmosphere for both customers and staff. Boost Sales: Lead by example to hit and exceed sales targets while driving the overall store performance. Master Store Operations: Oversee everything from stock management to merchandising, ensuring every detail reflects the brand's luxury image. Champion Customer Service: Ensure your team delivers exceptional service at every touchpoint, creating loyal, happy customers. Analyze & Improve: Use data to stay on top of KPIs and sales performance, driving continuous improvements across the business. What We're Looking For in an Assistant Manager: Retail Leadership Experience: Ideally from a fashion or accessories background, with a proven ability to manage teams and exceed targets. Sales-Driven & Results-Focused: You know how to drive performance, manage budgets, and hit financial goals. Passion for People: You're a natural leader who thrives in motivating and developing a team, with a focus on exceptional customer service. Ambitious & Energetic: You're eager to take your career to the next level and be part of a growing, dynamic brand. What We Offer: Competitive Salary: Up to 35,000 plus fantastic benefits. Career Development: Opportunities for growth and progression within a global, fashion-forward brand. A Fun & Inspiring Work Environment: Join a brand that values creativity, energy, and a passion for fashion. Ready to take the reins and lead a top-tier fashion team in one of the most iconic locations in Portsmouth? If you're passionate, ambitious, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you! Apply Now with your updated CV and start your next exciting adventure in fashion retail! BH35897

Reception & Facilities Assistant Location: Guildford Salary: £28,500 The Opportunity We are looking for a proactive and personable Reception & Facilities Assistant to join a busy and fast-paced office environment. This is a varied role where no two days are the same you'll be supporting across reception, facilities, reprographics, and general office functions. If you enjoy working in a dynamic team, thrive on multitasking, and take pride in delivering excellent internal service, this could be a great fit for you. Key Responsibilities General Office Support Handle enquiries via phone, email, and face-to-face Manage incoming and outgoing post, including courier bookings Maintain office supplies and service points Support banking processes, petty cash, and cheque requests Monitor and report on office equipment and facilities Reprographics Prepare, collate, and present professional documentation Manage workloads and prioritise tasks effectively Operate reprographics equipment in line with safety standards Reception Duties Welcome visitors and provide a professional front-of-house service Manage calls efficiently and in line with company standards Book meeting rooms and arrange refreshments Set up rooms for meetings, training, and events Ensure reception and meeting areas are always presentable Facilities Support Assist the Facilities Manager with day-to-day operations Update systems and documentation Support internal communications (e.g. weekly bulletin) Assist with office initiatives such as staff refreshments and events Provide additional support across teams as required About You Friendly, professional, and highly organised A strong team player with a flexible approach Able to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills Good IT skills and attention to detail Proactive with a problem-solving mindset What's on Offer A varied and engaging role within a supportive team Opportunity to develop across multiple business functions A professional and collaborative working environment If you're looking for a hands-on role where you can make a real impact day-to-day, we'd love to hear from you. COM1

The Executive Assistant provides high-level, confidential support to the General Manager and Deputy General Managers, ensuring the smooth operation of the GM's office through complex diary management, travel coordination, correspondence, and meeting preparation. The role also supports the Management Committee and Events & Office Manager by managing governance processes, minutes, approvals, performance review coordination, events support, and ad-hoc projects across the branch. Client Details Our client is a well-established international financial institution with a strong global presence and a long history in corporate and commercial banking. The London office operates in a fast-paced, highly professional environment, supporting senior management and governance activities while working closely with international stakeholders. Description You will be responsible for: Provide high-level, confidential Executive Assistant support to the General Manager and Deputy General Managers Manage the smooth day-to-day running of the GM's office, ensuring priorities are handled efficiently and on time Proactively manage complex electronic diaries, coordinating internal and external meetings and hospitality arrangements Arrange all travel for the GM/DGMs, including flights, accommodation, and detailed itineraries Act as a central point of contact, handling emails and correspondence on behalf of the GM/DGMs and drafting responses as required Prepare meeting materials, collate papers, produce packs, and take minutes where required Reconcile corporate credit card statements and manage the timely processing of expenses Maintain clear and secure electronic and hard-copy filing systems, including confidential documentation Compile presentations and documents using PowerPoint, Word, and Excel, liaising with internal and external parties as needed Provide full secretariat support to the Management Committee (ManCo), including meeting coordination, agendas, minutes, decision logs, and approval tracking Support governance processes, including document circulation, approvals, and signing Coordinate mid-year and annual performance review processes for the GM/DGMs and their direct reports Assist the Events & Office Manager with internal and external events, group initiatives, delegation visits, and memberships Deliver ad-hoc project work and administrative support as requested by senior management Profile A successful Executive Assistant should have: Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage complex diaries and competing priorities Excellent communication skills, able to liaise confidently with senior stakeholders and external partners High levels of discretion and professionalism, handling confidential and sensitive information with care Please note you must: Minimum of three years experience in the UK University qualified Be able to work 5 days on site Speak and write fluently in Mandarin Job Offer What's on offer: £52,000 per annum Additional £2,000 wellness spend to support personal wellbeing. Fixed-term contract offering stability and professional growth opportunities. Collaborative and supportive work environment in the financial services sector. Conveniently located in London with excellent transport links. If you are a skilled EA looking to advance your career in a thriving financial services organisation, apply now to join a professional and rewarding team in London.

Job Title: Books Services Coordinator (Maternity Cover) Location: National Support Centre, London SE1 Salary: £28,000 gross per annum full time equivalent Job type: Part Time, Fixed term Maternity cover Closing Date: 1st May 2026 The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is the leading maritime charity for youth development and lifelong learning. We are a vibrant and growing charity inspiring young people to achieve their potential through challenge and nautical adventure and also enabling seafarers and maritime professionals to realise their potential through learning and career development. Working with our employees, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a strong vision and five-year Future Ready strategy to meet the growing demand for what we provide, both for young people, seafarers and maritime professionals - and the thousands who aspire to be the sea cadets and marine professionals of the future. It is also about equipping them to achieve their potential and thrive in a rapidly changing world, while growing our charity to benefit even more people - including those from under-represented or marginalised groups. We are currently looking for a Books Services Coordinator to join our team. About the role The purposes of the Book Services Coordinator role is to assist the Books and Library Manager in facilitating the charity's crew' libraries service and specialist maritime book sales and also to administer all processes and systems involved within Books and library services. Responsibilities The following is a list of the principal (but not exhaustive) tasks of the post holder: Administration of the functions and systems involved in providing an effective and efficient exchange hardback library or recyclable paperback library service to ships and maritime installations Administrating book order system, and procurement process for all merchandise necessary for the efficient functioning of the Book Services operation. Updating and maintaining the Bookshop website with accurate information and prices. Assisting in the management of the fulfilment of all sales of books/media to customers and external agencies (On-line bookshop, telephone, mail and "walk-in"), and ensure the maintenance of customer service standards Administration of the Library and Book stock control system Requirements: Experience working in book buying/selling/procurement in a customer focussed environment Experience of using book stock control and freight systems Ability to work unsupervised, make decisions and take responsibility. Experience in handling parcel deliveries and packaging goods for shipment Benefits: 25 days annual leave per annum increasing with length of service Hybrid working for many roles Life assurance (4x salary) Private medical insurance Generous pension (employer contribution up to 10%) Cycle to work scheme Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential. Additional Information: MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer. We recognise our responsibilities to safeguard and protect the young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We do all we can to promote their health, safety and wellbeing, and we expect our staff to share this commitment and work in line with safeguarding policy, the MSSC's values and ethos of inclusivity. We adhere to safer recruitment practices and therefore employment is subject to detailed pre-employment checks for successful candidates, including references and criminal disclosure checks and the completion of a disclosure questionnaire. All successful applicants are required to attend safeguarding training and undergo pre-employment checks including a criminal record check. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Book Services Assistant, Library Services Coordinator, Publishing Operations Coordinator, Editorial Services Coordinator, Book Production Coordinator, Literary Services Coordinator, Content Services Coordinator, Publications Coordinator, Print Services Coordinator, and Library Operations Coordinator, may also be considered for this role.

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, ex click apply for full job details

Project Assistant Location: London Salary: 28,000 - 32,000 This organisation is a leading specialist in hospitality procurement, delivering tailored FF&E and OS&E solutions to some of the world's most recognised hotel brands, developers, and operators. You will be responsible for providing administrative and purchasing support to the project managers and wider team in order to assist in the successful delivery of project information. Responsibilities: Support budget forecasting Issue information to suppliers to acquire quotations Reviewing of quotations Generating purchase orders using bespoke software Issuing purchase orders for approval Maintain expediting lists Maintain contact with suppliers using telephone and email Contacting suppliers and collating Operating and Maintenance manual information Answer and direct telephone calls Organise and schedule meetings Attending supplier events as required About you: Educated to degree level Strong computer skills, particularly with MS Office (Excel / Word / Powerpoint / Outlook) Well organised Ability to manage complex tasks with multiple requirements Good writing and communication skills Benefits: Salary reviews Professional Development and Progression 10% discretionary annual bonus About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.