Job Title: Assistant Town Planner Location: Bedfordshire Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an award-winning planning, development and ecology consultancy in their search for a Graduate Consultant to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated graduate to begin their career within the planning and development industry, working on a diverse portfolio of residential projects ranging from large-scale national housebuilder schemes to bespoke domestic developments. The Role The successful candidate will join a small, friendly consultancy where career progression is strongly encouraged. The graduate programme is designed to provide broad exposure to the industry, with rotations across planning, land and consultancy services to help you identify your areas of interest and develop core technical and commercial skills. Key Responsibilities Planning Team: Assisting with planning applications, pre-application submissions and appeals Undertaking site appraisals and policy reviews Monitoring applications and liaising with local authorities Supporting public consultations and stakeholder meetings Research and analysis for local plan and policy work Land Team: Undertaking strategic site searches and identifying development opportunities Supporting land disposal and acquisition processes Preparing sales prospectuses and reviewing offers Gathering market intelligence and undertaking development appraisals Networking with landowners, developers and agents General Duties: Supporting administrative consultancy tasks such as enquiries, invoicing and time recording Attending site visits, client meetings and planning committees Maintaining project files and databases Working towards professional qualifications and ongoing training Candidate Requirements A degree in Planning, Geography, Urban Design, Real Estate, or a related discipline Strong communication and organisational skills Commercial awareness and an interest in the development industry A proactive and detail-oriented approach A full UK driving licence is advantageous Why Apply? Exposure to a wide range of projects and clients Structured graduate training programme with tailored development Support towards professional accreditation Friendly, sociable team environment with genuine progression opportunities Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on or
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Assistant Town Planner Location: Bedfordshire Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an award-winning planning, development and ecology consultancy in their search for a Graduate Consultant to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated graduate to begin their career within the planning and development industry, working on a diverse portfolio of residential projects ranging from large-scale national housebuilder schemes to bespoke domestic developments. The Role The successful candidate will join a small, friendly consultancy where career progression is strongly encouraged. The graduate programme is designed to provide broad exposure to the industry, with rotations across planning, land and consultancy services to help you identify your areas of interest and develop core technical and commercial skills. Key Responsibilities Planning Team: Assisting with planning applications, pre-application submissions and appeals Undertaking site appraisals and policy reviews Monitoring applications and liaising with local authorities Supporting public consultations and stakeholder meetings Research and analysis for local plan and policy work Land Team: Undertaking strategic site searches and identifying development opportunities Supporting land disposal and acquisition processes Preparing sales prospectuses and reviewing offers Gathering market intelligence and undertaking development appraisals Networking with landowners, developers and agents General Duties: Supporting administrative consultancy tasks such as enquiries, invoicing and time recording Attending site visits, client meetings and planning committees Maintaining project files and databases Working towards professional qualifications and ongoing training Candidate Requirements A degree in Planning, Geography, Urban Design, Real Estate, or a related discipline Strong communication and organisational skills Commercial awareness and an interest in the development industry A proactive and detail-oriented approach A full UK driving licence is advantageous Why Apply? Exposure to a wide range of projects and clients Structured graduate training programme with tailored development Support towards professional accreditation Friendly, sociable team environment with genuine progression opportunities Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on or
Senior Temporary Accommodation Housing Officer - Newham Council (via Adecco) Adecco are recruiting for a Senior Temporary Accommodation Housing Officer to join Newham Council . Type: Temporary Pay: £325 per day Umbrella Location: Newham Dockside Hours: Full time, Monday - Friday Working arrangements: Hybrid, 3 days per week office based Role Overview Interim Senior Temporary Accommodation (TA) Housing Officer role focused on managing high-cost and complex cases, supporting move-on activity, and driving cost reduction within Temporary Accommodation services. Key Requirements Strong negotiation skills to secure improved TA rates with housing suppliers and to support step-down conversations with households. Experience working in local government housing or related homelessness/TA services, with a clear understanding of TA pressures faced by LAs. Proven ability to conduct case reviews, identify opportunities for cost reduction, and progress step-down pathways. Experience supporting resettlement and PRS move-on, including working with households to overcome barriers and engaging with landlords and agents. Ability to actively source and progress Private Rented Sector (PRS) options as part of planned move-on from TA. Comfortable working to weekly targets, with a sharp focus on the top 100 highest-cost cases followed by subsequent cohorts. Self-starter able to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain momentum without close supervision. Agile and adaptable, able to switch between negotiation, case review, supplier engagement, and resident-facing work as required. Strong communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly and work collaboratively with internal teams and external providers. Analytical mindset to track progress, identify trends, and contribute to TA cost-reduction strategies. Ability to manage sensitive conversations with professionalism and empathy, particularly in relation to move-on and step-down options for households. Outcome-focused, pragmatic, and resilient in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Additional Responsibilities Provide day-to-day guidance and informal supervision to TA Housing Officers, supporting quality, consistency, and pace of delivery. Act as a lead on complex or high-cost cases, supporting problem-solving, decision-making, and escalation where required. Apply Now If you have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply. Should your CV be shortlisted, an Adecco Consultant will contact you to discuss progressing your application to the client. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser
Mar 03, 2026
Seasonal
Senior Temporary Accommodation Housing Officer - Newham Council (via Adecco) Adecco are recruiting for a Senior Temporary Accommodation Housing Officer to join Newham Council . Type: Temporary Pay: £325 per day Umbrella Location: Newham Dockside Hours: Full time, Monday - Friday Working arrangements: Hybrid, 3 days per week office based Role Overview Interim Senior Temporary Accommodation (TA) Housing Officer role focused on managing high-cost and complex cases, supporting move-on activity, and driving cost reduction within Temporary Accommodation services. Key Requirements Strong negotiation skills to secure improved TA rates with housing suppliers and to support step-down conversations with households. Experience working in local government housing or related homelessness/TA services, with a clear understanding of TA pressures faced by LAs. Proven ability to conduct case reviews, identify opportunities for cost reduction, and progress step-down pathways. Experience supporting resettlement and PRS move-on, including working with households to overcome barriers and engaging with landlords and agents. Ability to actively source and progress Private Rented Sector (PRS) options as part of planned move-on from TA. Comfortable working to weekly targets, with a sharp focus on the top 100 highest-cost cases followed by subsequent cohorts. Self-starter able to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain momentum without close supervision. Agile and adaptable, able to switch between negotiation, case review, supplier engagement, and resident-facing work as required. Strong communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly and work collaboratively with internal teams and external providers. Analytical mindset to track progress, identify trends, and contribute to TA cost-reduction strategies. Ability to manage sensitive conversations with professionalism and empathy, particularly in relation to move-on and step-down options for households. Outcome-focused, pragmatic, and resilient in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Additional Responsibilities Provide day-to-day guidance and informal supervision to TA Housing Officers, supporting quality, consistency, and pace of delivery. Act as a lead on complex or high-cost cases, supporting problem-solving, decision-making, and escalation where required. Apply Now If you have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply. Should your CV be shortlisted, an Adecco Consultant will contact you to discuss progressing your application to the client. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser
Conveyancing Legal Secretary Coventry City Centre with free city centre parking Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum, commensurate with experience About the firm: Our client is a highly successful Lexcel and CQS accredited law firm who are listed on the Legal 500. Having almost doubled their workforce in the past 12 months, they are continuing to grow and thrive, so there couldn t be a more exciting time to join. This a modern, forward thinking firm who offer a high degree of support in the workplace, and a paperless working environment. Social events and friendships are hugely important to them. They host quarterly social events to ensure their culture is one of fun and enjoyment, alongside hard work and achievement. To encourage people from different departments to get to know one another in a more social setting, they also provide a free lunch for all staff on a regular basis, with an extended lunch break. and every year all staff are invited to a Christmas party night out, fully paid for by the firm with food, entertainment and hotel accommodation provided. A great night out as a big thank you for everyone s hard work throughout the year. What you ll be doing: Provision of secretarial and administrative support to the Residential Conveyancing team Managing and maintaining files in respect of property transactions Dealing with clients by telephone and email, updating them on the progress of their property transaction, and obtaining relevant documentation and signatures Liaising with third party professionals including estate agents, solicitors and mortgage brokers, Diary management Filling, scanning, printing of documents/letters Updating and maintaining electronic case files, logging relevant information on to a legal case management system Who we re looking for: Suitable candidates will have: Extensive conveyancing secretarial/PA experience A sound understanding of the conveyancing process from start to finish Experience of using a legal case management system Experience of working for an SRA-regulated law firm Good longevity of employment in previous roles Please note, this is a career secretary role and will not be suited to a paralegal, wishing to quality What s on offer: Ongoing training and development A friendly, supportive working environment A programme of social events throughout the year Company pension scheme 32 days annual leave, comprising 20 days paid leave to take when you want 8 UK bank holidays Your birthday off Additional leave over the Christmas shutdown period (usually 3 days) Parking permit provided for city centre car park Note: Salary stated is given as a guideline, in line with market rate and will be wholly commensurate with experience. The above information is correct to the best of our knowledge. Candidates must live within an easily commutable distance of Coventry city centre. For more information, please contact Tracey at Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment About Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment is a family-run, boutique recruitment agency specialising in legal professional and legal support jobs throughout Coventry and Warwickshire and the Midlands. We offer a tailored service, to find the right role and the right cultural fit for our candidates, and rest assured we will never forward your CV to any firm without first gaining your consent. About Your Consultant Tracey is the Owner and Managing Director of Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment, where her focus is on offering a prestigious, consultative, open, and honest service the way she believes recruitment should be! Tracey s passion for recruitment in the legal sector goes back over thirty years, and today it s stronger than ever. Tracey prides herself on her personalised approach to recruiting and will be on hand to guide you through every stage of the process from initial application through to job offer. You know your career is in great hands with Tracey s experience and expertise. Know anyone who might be interested ? We offer generous bonuses up to £500 for successful referrals. Conditions apply - contact us or view our website for details.
Feb 16, 2026
Full time
Conveyancing Legal Secretary Coventry City Centre with free city centre parking Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum, commensurate with experience About the firm: Our client is a highly successful Lexcel and CQS accredited law firm who are listed on the Legal 500. Having almost doubled their workforce in the past 12 months, they are continuing to grow and thrive, so there couldn t be a more exciting time to join. This a modern, forward thinking firm who offer a high degree of support in the workplace, and a paperless working environment. Social events and friendships are hugely important to them. They host quarterly social events to ensure their culture is one of fun and enjoyment, alongside hard work and achievement. To encourage people from different departments to get to know one another in a more social setting, they also provide a free lunch for all staff on a regular basis, with an extended lunch break. and every year all staff are invited to a Christmas party night out, fully paid for by the firm with food, entertainment and hotel accommodation provided. A great night out as a big thank you for everyone s hard work throughout the year. What you ll be doing: Provision of secretarial and administrative support to the Residential Conveyancing team Managing and maintaining files in respect of property transactions Dealing with clients by telephone and email, updating them on the progress of their property transaction, and obtaining relevant documentation and signatures Liaising with third party professionals including estate agents, solicitors and mortgage brokers, Diary management Filling, scanning, printing of documents/letters Updating and maintaining electronic case files, logging relevant information on to a legal case management system Who we re looking for: Suitable candidates will have: Extensive conveyancing secretarial/PA experience A sound understanding of the conveyancing process from start to finish Experience of using a legal case management system Experience of working for an SRA-regulated law firm Good longevity of employment in previous roles Please note, this is a career secretary role and will not be suited to a paralegal, wishing to quality What s on offer: Ongoing training and development A friendly, supportive working environment A programme of social events throughout the year Company pension scheme 32 days annual leave, comprising 20 days paid leave to take when you want 8 UK bank holidays Your birthday off Additional leave over the Christmas shutdown period (usually 3 days) Parking permit provided for city centre car park Note: Salary stated is given as a guideline, in line with market rate and will be wholly commensurate with experience. The above information is correct to the best of our knowledge. Candidates must live within an easily commutable distance of Coventry city centre. For more information, please contact Tracey at Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment About Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment is a family-run, boutique recruitment agency specialising in legal professional and legal support jobs throughout Coventry and Warwickshire and the Midlands. We offer a tailored service, to find the right role and the right cultural fit for our candidates, and rest assured we will never forward your CV to any firm without first gaining your consent. About Your Consultant Tracey is the Owner and Managing Director of Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment, where her focus is on offering a prestigious, consultative, open, and honest service the way she believes recruitment should be! Tracey s passion for recruitment in the legal sector goes back over thirty years, and today it s stronger than ever. Tracey prides herself on her personalised approach to recruiting and will be on hand to guide you through every stage of the process from initial application through to job offer. You know your career is in great hands with Tracey s experience and expertise. Know anyone who might be interested ? We offer generous bonuses up to £500 for successful referrals. Conditions apply - contact us or view our website for details.
Job Title: Assistant Town Planner Location: Bedfordshire Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an award-winning planning, development and ecology consultancy in their search for a Graduate Consultant to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated graduate to begin their career within the planning and development industry, working on a diverse portfolio of residential projects ranging from large-scale national housebuilder schemes to bespoke domestic developments. The Role The successful candidate will join a small, friendly consultancy where career progression is strongly encouraged. The graduate programme is designed to provide broad exposure to the industry, with rotations across planning, land and consultancy services to help you identify your areas of interest and develop core technical and commercial skills. Key Responsibilities Planning Team: Assisting with planning applications, pre-application submissions and appeals Undertaking site appraisals and policy reviews Monitoring applications and liaising with local authorities Supporting public consultations and stakeholder meetings Research and analysis for local plan and policy work Land Team: Undertaking strategic site searches and identifying development opportunities Supporting land disposal and acquisition processes Preparing sales prospectuses and reviewing offers Gathering market intelligence and undertaking development appraisals Networking with landowners, developers and agents General Duties: Supporting administrative consultancy tasks such as enquiries, invoicing and time recording Attending site visits, client meetings and planning committees Maintaining project files and databases Working towards professional qualifications and ongoing training Candidate Requirements A degree in Planning, Geography, Urban Design, Real Estate, or a related discipline Strong communication and organisational skills Commercial awareness and an interest in the development industry A proactive and detail-oriented approach A full UK driving licence is advantageous Why Apply? Exposure to a wide range of projects and clients Structured graduate training programme with tailored development Support towards professional accreditation Friendly, sociable team environment with genuine progression opportunities Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Feb 10, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Assistant Town Planner Location: Bedfordshire Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an award-winning planning, development and ecology consultancy in their search for a Graduate Consultant to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated graduate to begin their career within the planning and development industry, working on a diverse portfolio of residential projects ranging from large-scale national housebuilder schemes to bespoke domestic developments. The Role The successful candidate will join a small, friendly consultancy where career progression is strongly encouraged. The graduate programme is designed to provide broad exposure to the industry, with rotations across planning, land and consultancy services to help you identify your areas of interest and develop core technical and commercial skills. Key Responsibilities Planning Team: Assisting with planning applications, pre-application submissions and appeals Undertaking site appraisals and policy reviews Monitoring applications and liaising with local authorities Supporting public consultations and stakeholder meetings Research and analysis for local plan and policy work Land Team: Undertaking strategic site searches and identifying development opportunities Supporting land disposal and acquisition processes Preparing sales prospectuses and reviewing offers Gathering market intelligence and undertaking development appraisals Networking with landowners, developers and agents General Duties: Supporting administrative consultancy tasks such as enquiries, invoicing and time recording Attending site visits, client meetings and planning committees Maintaining project files and databases Working towards professional qualifications and ongoing training Candidate Requirements A degree in Planning, Geography, Urban Design, Real Estate, or a related discipline Strong communication and organisational skills Commercial awareness and an interest in the development industry A proactive and detail-oriented approach A full UK driving licence is advantageous Why Apply? Exposure to a wide range of projects and clients Structured graduate training programme with tailored development Support towards professional accreditation Friendly, sociable team environment with genuine progression opportunities Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Overview Cobalt is supporting a well-established residential property owner and operator with the appointment of a Senior Block Manager to lead block management operations across a complex residential and mixed-use portfolio in London. This is the most senior operational block management role beneath the Director, offering genuine influence over standards, people and performance. The organisation Our client is a large-scale residential landlord with a long-term approach to asset ownership and management. Block management is viewed as a core operational discipline, with a strong focus on safety, governance and customer experience. The business encourages collaboration, structured decision-making and continuous improvement across its estates. The role and responsibilities As Senior Block Manager, you will hold overarching responsibility for the operational delivery of block management across your portfolio, while setting standards and direction for the wider team. Key responsibilities include: Taking full accountability for block management performance across an allocated residential and mixed-use portfolio. Acting as the senior operational lead for block management, supporting the Director in delivering consistent and compliant outcomes. Line managing a Block Manager and Property Officers, with responsibility for performance, development and capability. Setting clear expectations and embedding best practice across health and safety, fire safety and building safety compliance. Leading the preparation, management and monitoring of service charge budgets and accounts. Overseeing external managing agents, consultants and contractors. Managing complex leaseholder matters, including meetings and formal correspondence. Leading Section 20 consultations, dispensation requests and licence to alter processes. Providing senior oversight of major works projects where required. Undertaking regular inspections and ensuring appropriate remedial actions are progressed. Contributing to wider operational and procedural improvements across the block management function. The Senior Block Manager reports directly into the Director of Building Safety and Block Management and plays a visible role in shaping how block management is delivered across the business. Skills and experience required We are keen to speak with candidates who combine strong technical knowledge with confident, thoughtful leadership. You will need to demonstrate: Working knowledge of residential leasehold property management at a senior operational level. Strong understanding of landlord and tenant legislation, health and safety, fire safety and building safety requirements. Experience managing service charge budgets, contractors and professional advisers. Proven experience line managing block or property management professionals. Confidence engaging with senior internal stakeholders and leaseholders. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word. Practical understanding of building fabric, maintenance and refurbishment works. Why apply? This Senior Block Manager role offers senior-level responsibility, visibility and influence within a structured organisation that values high standards and long-term thinking. Interviews are already being scheduled, so early applications are encouraged. Due to the volume of applications received, if you don't hear back from us, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let your Cobalt consultant know.
Feb 09, 2026
Full time
Overview Cobalt is supporting a well-established residential property owner and operator with the appointment of a Senior Block Manager to lead block management operations across a complex residential and mixed-use portfolio in London. This is the most senior operational block management role beneath the Director, offering genuine influence over standards, people and performance. The organisation Our client is a large-scale residential landlord with a long-term approach to asset ownership and management. Block management is viewed as a core operational discipline, with a strong focus on safety, governance and customer experience. The business encourages collaboration, structured decision-making and continuous improvement across its estates. The role and responsibilities As Senior Block Manager, you will hold overarching responsibility for the operational delivery of block management across your portfolio, while setting standards and direction for the wider team. Key responsibilities include: Taking full accountability for block management performance across an allocated residential and mixed-use portfolio. Acting as the senior operational lead for block management, supporting the Director in delivering consistent and compliant outcomes. Line managing a Block Manager and Property Officers, with responsibility for performance, development and capability. Setting clear expectations and embedding best practice across health and safety, fire safety and building safety compliance. Leading the preparation, management and monitoring of service charge budgets and accounts. Overseeing external managing agents, consultants and contractors. Managing complex leaseholder matters, including meetings and formal correspondence. Leading Section 20 consultations, dispensation requests and licence to alter processes. Providing senior oversight of major works projects where required. Undertaking regular inspections and ensuring appropriate remedial actions are progressed. Contributing to wider operational and procedural improvements across the block management function. The Senior Block Manager reports directly into the Director of Building Safety and Block Management and plays a visible role in shaping how block management is delivered across the business. Skills and experience required We are keen to speak with candidates who combine strong technical knowledge with confident, thoughtful leadership. You will need to demonstrate: Working knowledge of residential leasehold property management at a senior operational level. Strong understanding of landlord and tenant legislation, health and safety, fire safety and building safety requirements. Experience managing service charge budgets, contractors and professional advisers. Proven experience line managing block or property management professionals. Confidence engaging with senior internal stakeholders and leaseholders. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word. Practical understanding of building fabric, maintenance and refurbishment works. Why apply? This Senior Block Manager role offers senior-level responsibility, visibility and influence within a structured organisation that values high standards and long-term thinking. Interviews are already being scheduled, so early applications are encouraged. Due to the volume of applications received, if you don't hear back from us, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let your Cobalt consultant know.
