Total 61 Construction / Property job vacancies in Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 7QB

About the Role and our Ideal Candidate
About the role

The role reports directly to the Estate Caretaking Supervisor and is responsible for ensuring our council estates and communal areas in housing estates are tidy, litter free, clean and safe. The role will sit within on of our Estates Caretaking Team who deliver a range of specialist services across the councils housing estates (communal areas only).
The range of services the team will deliver are: Litter picking, Clearing of external communal hard standing areas, Deep Cleaning, Bulk Removal, Minor Communal Repairs, Responding to other estate issues.

About you

You will have:

Experience of cleaning or caretaking, ideally in a social housing/commercial setting.
Knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations related to the caretaking of social housing and housing estates.
Ability to carry out a range of basic maintenance tasks.
Ability to work outdoors in all weathers and in an environment that may include potential exposure to hazardous substances and manual handling of heavy objects.
Proficient in using a smartphone/basic IT databases.
Good communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly, confidently, and appropriately with colleagues using the best methods of communication for the task.
A full driving licence.
About Us
The Estate Caretaking Team on the Cambridge Road Estate is newly created team with the roles covering both cleaning and neighbourhood response services, It's an exciting time to be joining the team as the estate is in the first phase of a large-scale regeneration which will provide 2,170 new high-quality sustainable homes, including 941 affordable homes, of which 767 will be council-rented, a community centre, green streets and outdoor spaces for the residents and communities to enjoy for generations. More information can be found here: https://cambridgeroadestate.com

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Asset Building Surveyor

Hybrid role - from our office at Newcastle Upon Tyne or Leeds (expected national travel is a couple of days a month)

Permanent, full time (37.5 hpw)

Circa £40,000 - £45,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus great benefits including Health Cash Plan

Home, a place where you belong

Join us in our fantastic role of Asset Building Surveyor and support us in the delivery of our asset programme to maintain high quality homes with long-term investment plans for new build, refurbishment and remediation properties. As our internal technical expert on building construction and defects, you’ll advise on a range of issues across our portfolio, from inspecting and advising on hard to navigate buildings, preparing survey reports to preparing planned maintenance plans for key sites.

If you fancy working in a varied role where no two days are the same and to continue developing your own career as you grow with us, then read on…

Typical day as an Asset Building Surveyor

• Undertake building surveying and inspections, providing creative solutions to maximise asset performance, which might range from complicated defect issues, non-trad stock, existing schemes which require re-configuration to new viable uses.
• Analysing existing stock data, collecting additional information from specialist consultants and preparing long term investment plans.
• Delivering bespoke projects from initial findings through spec, appointing project teams and driving forward to completion.
• Ensuring we have a good commercial understanding of our assets by evaluating and carrying out financial appraisal of schemes.
• Attending site meetings regularly to perform the function of the client, keeping our project teams and other key stakeholders informed of any variations.

Fancy going home each day knowing that you have helped change our customers lives for the better? You’ll do that here, working for a top ten Great Place to Work in the UK Employer!

You have

• Experience of working on projects (private or public sector) as a Building/Projects Surveyor, from inception to completion including appointing the project team and securing all approvals. You’ll have experience of the planning system and implementing compliant and approved schemes including decent homes plus.
• Expert in investigating, diagnosing and conducting complex property conditions surveys, carrying out inspections, specifying remediation works and working with external partners.
• A MRICS or MCIOB, accredited Building Surveying degree or equivalent strong experience built up through your working profession.
• A current knowledge of building construction, design and CDM requirements. Good knowledge of relevant codes of practice, building regulations, legislation, standards and materials.
• Experience in the creation of tender and construction documentation schedules of work, specifications, drawings produced using AutoCAD Lt, and MS project.

Our team

You’ll join John and Vik in our Building Surveying and Asset Delivery team, we’re super passionate about what we do! We have delivered £1million property conversions, multi-million portfolio refurbishments and remedial works projects, and have a significant retrofit programme underway. We work nationally to resolve the most challenging projects and are a team who work hard to solve problems together. We’re a supportive bunch and are looking for someone to help identify and drive forward the next stage of our work programme. 

Job details

• Full time, 37.5 hpw Monday to Friday. You’ll manage your own diary. If you need a break to take delivery of your new fridge or take a longer lunch for a haircut, you can use your flexi time to manage that!
• Flexible hybrid working, from our office at Newcastle Upon Tyne or Leeds (flexible on which of these offices you are based from). National travel will be a couple of days a month.
• A full current driving licence and access to a vehicle for work, we’ll pay for your mileage.

A place where you belong

Great things happen when we can be ourselves at work. We want all our colleagues to be who they truly are here. Our internal diversity networks, peers and allies (Multicultural, LGBTQIA+ and Disability) support us all to be our best. Together we make Home Group a great place to work!

What’s in it for you?

• 34 days leave (includes bank hols and a “me day” to use whenever you fancy) increasing to 39, the option to buy 5 more, and time off for volunteering too!
• Health cash plan saving you from £1140 per annum. We’ll cover your costs (and kids if you have them) towards dental, optical, prescriptions, alternative therapies and lots more.
• Over 800 high street discounts on groceries, holidays and days out. Looking for a new phone, bike or car? Save money with us.
• We Grow Our Own colleagues (not literally of course!), when you’re ready for the next step in your career, you can grow with us!
• Generous pension scheme with life insurance of 3x salary.
• See our full range of benefits on our website.

Find out more

Click APPLY NOW to see our Asset Building Surveyor Job Description, find out about us and for help to apply. Sometimes we close a job early, so don’t delay or you might miss out. Finally, do let us know if there’s anything we can do, to help you shine in our process at recruitment@homegroup.org.uk

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Senior Asset Building Surveyor

Hybrid role - from our office at Newcastle Upon Tyne or Leeds and from home. You'll work across our national property portfolio with expected national travel couple of days a month

Permanent, full time (37.5 hpw)

Circa £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus great benefits including Health Cash Plan

Home, a place where you belong

Join us in our fantastic role of Senior Asset Building Surveyor and support us in the delivery of our asset programme to maintain high quality homes with long-term investment plans for our properties. In this exciting new role, you can make a big impact leading the delivery of our schemes from governance stages through to start on site. As our internal technical expert on building construction, defects and inspections, you’ll bring creative solutions to guide and lead our team of Surveyors, working with stakeholders to work through options and best solutions for our programme.

Typical day as a Senior Asset Building Surveyor

• Delivering our programme of housing, refurbishment and remediation works to properties, ensuring, governance approvals are in place, budget control and objectives are fully met. You’ll successfully lead a team of Surveyors, guiding, developing and making it a great place to work for them.
• Reviewing our portfolio and ensuring investment plans are in place for each individual site and estate, liaising with internal colleagues and key stakeholders to work up programmes and budgets.
• Developing our long-term survey requirements so we can meet future business needs including supporting survey programmes, property inspections and ensuring quality assurance is high and data collected is accurate.
• Ensuring we have a good commercial understanding of our assets by reviewing, evaluating, and carrying out financial appraisal of schemes, achieving the best possible outcome with realistic solutions.
• Driving positive working relationships with contractors, influencing appropriately to ensure a win-win outcome around complex schemes.

Fancy going home each day knowing that you have helped change our customers lives for the better? You’ll do that here, working for a top ten Great Place to Work in the UK Employer!

You have

• Experience of working on projects (private or public sector) as a Building/Projects Surveyor or similar including investigating diagnosing and conducting complex property condition surveys, inspections, specifying remediation works and working with external partners. Experience of managing surveying teams and working within a construction environment.
• A proven ability to keep work demands on track and within budget through motivating others and working at pace. You can balance competing priorities, take information from others and analyse to help inform a decision.
• Be MRICS or MCIOB, accredited Building Surveying degree or equivalent and strong experience in building surveying and investment planning built up through your working profession.
• A current knowledge of building construction, design and CDM requirements as well as relevant codes of practice, building regulations, health and safety legislation, standards and materials.
• An eye for detail, be a great influencer and have creative spark to think outside the box on how things can be done more efficiently.

Our team

You’ll join John and Vik in our Building Surveying and Asset Delivery team, we’re super passionate about what we do! We have delivered £1million property conversions, multi-million portfolio refurbishments and remedial works projects, and have a significant retrofit programme underway. We work nationally to resolve the most challenging projects and are a team who work hard to solve problems together. We’re a supportive bunch and are looking for someone to help identify and drive forward the next stage of our work programme. 

Job details

• Full time, 37.5 hpw Monday to Friday. You’ll manage your own diary. If you need a break to take delivery of your new fridge or take a longer lunch for a haircut, you can use your flexi time to manage that!
• Flexible hybrid working, from our office at Newcastle Upon Tyne or Leeds (flexible on which office you are based from) and across our national portfolio. Typical travel will be a couple of days a month.
• A full current driving licence and access to a vehicle for work, we’ll pay for your mileage.

A place where you belong

Great things happen when we can be ourselves at work. We want all our colleagues to be who they truly are here. Our internal diversity networks, peers and allies (Multicultural, LGBTQIA+ and Disability) support us all to be our best. Together we make Home Group a great place to work!

What’s in it for you?

• 34 days leave (includes bank hols and a “me day” to use whenever you fancy) increasing to 39, the option to buy 5 more, and time off for volunteering too!
• Health cash plan saving you from £1140 per annum. We’ll cover your costs (and kids if you have them) towards dental, optical, prescriptions, alternative therapies and lots more.
• Over 800 high street discounts on groceries, holidays and days out. Looking for a new phone, bike or car? Save money with us.
• We Grow Our Own colleagues (not literally of course!), when you’re ready for the next step in your career, you can grow with us!
• Generous pension scheme with life insurance of 3x salary. See our full range of benefits on our website.

Find out more

Click APPLY NOW to see our Senior Asset Building Surveyor Job Description, find out about us and for help to apply. Sometimes we close a job early, so don’t delay or you might miss out. Finally, do let us know if there’s anything we can do, to help you shine in our process at recruitment@homegroup.org.uk

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Estate Planning Solicitor
£32,000-£44,000 plus excellent benefits (Work level 6A)
Full time, 37.5 hours
We're now working in a hybrid way, with colleagues dividing their time between home and any of our offices in Manchester, Sheffield, Bristol, or Stratford upon Avon. Visit colleagues.coop.co.uk/hybrid-working-policy for more information.

We're looking for estate planning solicitors to join our technical Estate Planning team within Co-op Legal Services.

At Co-op Legal Services we do things differently, whether that's continuously innovating our technology to support your delivery or our tailored internal progression framework to support your development. We're committed to providing an exceptional client experience and the opportunity to build a rewarding career with us. In this role you'll manage estate planning cases end to end with a client-focussed approach to targets. You won't need to bring a following of clients with you as we will source new work for you. We've doubled our Estate Planning team within the past few years, and as we continue to grow, there will be plenty of opportunity for progression.

What you'll do

* own caseload of complex Estate Planning cases to include Wills, Trusts and LPAs
* use our case management system to make sure information is recorded accurately
* engage with clients mainly by telephone and email
* work collaboratively with expert support from the team to continually develop your legal skills, administrative support will also be provided at certain case levels
* use your legal knowledge to mentor more junior members of the team

This role would suit people who have

* qualified as a solicitor or chartered legal executive, CILEX, or TEP qualification, with a background in estate planning
* knowledge of tax systems within England & Wales;
* strong attention to detail and the ability to draft documents
* the ability to use your initiative and effectively prioritise your work
* a client-focused approach with the ability to build positive relationships in a remote setting

Why Co-op?

Here you'll do work that matters. Co-op is an organisation with a purpose beyond profit, and by contributing to our success you'll help us to realise our vision of co-operating for a fairer world. You'll also get a package that includes:
* competitive salary
* private healthcare
* coaching, training and support to help you develop
* pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* annual incentive scheme
* Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
* 28 days holiday (rising to 32 in line with service) plus bank holidays
* discounts on Co-op products and services

Building an inclusive work environment

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. We want to build inclusive work environments, where our colleagues have equal opportunities to reach their full potential. We celebrate our differences, and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities they serve.

If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.

If you're successful in your application, we'll perform some background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include an SRA check, credit checks, and a DBS (disclosure and barring service) check. Please note Co-op does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor lloking for a fresh new challenge in an environment wher eyou can thrive?

I am currently partnered with a market leading family run business based in Hull in search for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team within their Major works division. My client covers a diverse range of sectors including Commercial, Education, Energy, Healthcare, Education, Housing, Industrial, Leisure, Retail and Regeneration.

The Role of A Quantity Surveyor:

As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for working with the Regeneration team to deliver profitable projects within agreed timescales.

This role will report to the Managing Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Director and will carry out the following:

* Working within a team to successfully deliver projects ranging from £1-£10 million within a variety of sectors

* Responsibility for all commercial aspects of a project including: o Valuation of works, manage subcontract accounts and payments

o CVRs o Preparation and negotiation of final accounts, cost reporting, value engineering o Assisting the procurement department in producing robust subcontract orders

o Preparation of quantities for the Preconstruction department

o Promote commercial awareness throughout the Project team

Your role will work in close partnership with key stakeholders within the Estimating, Commercial and Construction departments to ensure projects are completed within budgets, timescales and ensuring excellent customer satisfaction.

Requirements Of A Quantity Surveyor

* Construction related qualification, preferably BSc (Hons) Degree or similar

* Strong technical skills

* Good contractual awareness, particularly in JCT and NEC forms of contract

* Excellent IT skills across core Microsoft suites and communication skills

* CSCS Card

* Full Driving Licence

Benefits For A Quantity Surveyor

Salary Up To £60,000 DOE

Company Car Allowance

26 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Private Healthcare Scheme

Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme

How To Apply?

If this position sounds of interest, or you would like more information, please contact Alex Cocker on 01142130903 or email through your CV to acocker@fr-group.co.uk.

Estate Live-in Couple required near Henley on Thames Oxfordshire 845349

Looking for a versatile, hardworking couple who can manage various tasks to create a well-maintained, welcoming environment. The role requires a balance of independence and collaboration, providing the couple the opportunity to take ownership of the estate’s day-to-day operations on the ground.

Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and self-sufficient couple to manage and maintain a private estate comprising three modern-tech properties, kitchen gardens, and landscaped areas. This is a live-in, full-time position offering a unique opportunity to create a way of life on the estate. The role involves overseeing various aspects of property management, maintenance, housekeeping, and collaboration with external contractors when the family are not in residence.

When the family are in residence, cooking, driving and looking after their needs is the priority, whilst managing other duties. The ability to prioritise is key.

Energy and enthusiasm is required, along with confidence to manage and prioritise.

Key Responsibilities
Property Management & Maintenance:
• Oversee the general upkeep and maintenance of each property.
• Conduct regular inspections of the properties to ensure they are in pristine condition.
• Perform minor repairs and liaise with specialised contractors for larger maintenance tasks.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness and presentation, including polishing and deep cleaning.

Housekeeping & Cooking:
• Handle daily housekeeping tasks, including laundry, cleaning, and bed preparation.
• Cooking as required for the estate’s owners, family and guests.
• Shopping for groceries, supplies, and other household essentials as needed.

Gardening & Landscaping:
• Manage and maintain kitchen gardens, ensuring they are well-tended and productive.
• Collaborate with and oversee landscape contractors to ensure outdoor areas are maintained to a high standard.
• Assist with occasional gardening tasks to supplement the work of contractors.
• Maintain swimming pool and tennis court.

Driving & Errands:
• Drive locally for shopping trips, appointments, and other errands as required.
• Assist with transportation of the owners or guests when needed.

Requirements:
• A couple with relevant experience in live-in position to include but not limited to housekeeping, gardening, and general maintenance.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to self-manage and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Practical knowledge of modern property systems, including high-tech home automation, security, and energy systems.
• Housekeeping experience, with attention to detail and an eye for cleanliness.
• Cooking skills, with flexibility to prepare meals when required.
• A valid driving license for both candidates.

Personal Qualities:
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to take initiative.
• Discrete, trustworthy, and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with contractors and estate residents effectively.
• A positive, flexible attitude to adapt to changing needs on the estate.

Contractual terms:
• Live-in position with accommodation provided on the estate.
• Live-in 7 days a week, with weekends off, but required to sleep on-site.
• Working days Monday to Friday when the owners are not in residence.
• Requirement to work weekends and longer stints, max 12 days, with time of in-lieu
• Time off includes holidays, with flexibility required when the family are in residence.
• 2 bed cottage provided, all bills included

Other items
• COSHH; first aid; lone working courses to be provided and certified to protect employee and employer
• Maintenance schedules provided

Location: Near Henley on Thames
Minimum Experience: 2+ years in a similar role
Driver: yes- a car can be provided
Job Start Date: ASAP although this family will wait for the right couple
Pay: Negotiable depending on experience
This is a permanent position. To apply for this job please contact Philippa immediately on 01865 693060 | 07988 908231 or send an up to date version of your CV to: mailto:Philippa@harmonyathome.co.uk Harmony at Home Oxfordshire , Philippa Day, acting as an Employment Agency.
You must also have an up to date DBS and Paediatric First Aid Certificate or be willing to obtain, along with a minimum of 2 last / current employer professional referees that are immediately contactable.

Are you a Senior Quantity Surveyor with experience in Minor Works and Refurbishment?

I am currently partnered with a market leading family run business based in Hull in search for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team within their Minor Works division. My client covers a diverse range of sectors including Commercial, Education, Energy, Healthcare, Education, Housing, Industrial, Leisure, Retail and Regeneration.

The Role of A Senior Quantity Surveyor:

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for working with the Regeneration team to deliver profitable projects within agreed timescales.

This role will report to the Managing Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Director and will carry out the following:

* Working within a team to successfully deliver projects ranging from £1-£10 million within a variety of sectors

* Responsibility for all commercial aspects of a project including: o Valuation of works, manage subcontract accounts and payments

o CVRs o Preparation and negotiation of final accounts, cost reporting, value engineering o Assisting the procurement department in producing robust subcontract orders

o Preparation of quantities for the Preconstruction department

o Promote commercial awareness throughout the Project team

Your role will work in close partnership with key stakeholders within the Estimating, Commercial and Construction departments to ensure projects are completed within budgets, timescales and ensuring excellent customer satisfaction.

Requirements Of A Senior Quantity Surveyor

* Construction related qualification, preferably BSc (Hons) Degree or similar

* Strong technical skills

* Good contractual awareness, particularly in JCT and NEC forms of contract

* Excellent IT skills across core Microsoft suites and communication skills

* CSCS Card

* Full Driving Licence

Benefits For A Senior Quantity Surveyor

Salary Up To £70,000 DOE

Company Car Allowance

26 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Private Healthcare Scheme

Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme

How To Apply?

If this position sounds of interest, or you would like more information, please contact Alex Cocker on 01142130903 or email through your CV to acocker@fr-group.co.uk.

Property Sales Progression Manager

Hybrid working from our office at One Strawberry Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne (or Liverpool Street, London) and from home, covering our South of England property portfolio

Full Time (37.5 hours per week)

Fixed Term – 12 months

c£45,000 - £50,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Home a place where you belong…

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Sales Progression Manager to join our national Statutory Sales team, which is responsible for affordable home ownership resales, retirement resales, staircasing, lease extensions, remortgages, and transfers of equity. In this role, you'll apply your expertise in Right to Buy and Right to Acquire to help drive our team towards achieving our home ownership sales objectives. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring a smooth and positive experience as our customers look to buy the homes they rent with us.

Typical day as Sales Progression Manager (know internally by us as Lead Statutory Sales Executive)

• Maximising sales performance of our Right to Buy, Right to Acquire and Deposit Builder sales, ensuring the team are proactive on sales conversions to exceed targets.
• Driving all activity and sales performance, ensuring our customer journeys are informed, positive and proactive.
• Prioritising and managing a large and varied workload to meet performance targets and statute deadlines. You’ll be a key point of contact for our customers during their exciting experience of buying their home.
• Unleashing the potential of your team, through brilliant coaching you’ll ensure exceptional quality of service, customer satisfaction, reduce sales periods and drive service improvements.

Fancy going home each day knowing that you have helped change our customers lives for the better? You’ll do that here, working for a top 10 Great Place to Work in the UK Employer!

You bring

• A strong property sales background, with expert knowledge and experience in Right to Buy and Right to Acquire to ensure that the service provided to customers is right first time. You’ll also know all about shared ownership resales to staircasing, and lease extensions to remortgages.
• A proven people manager who is resilient and determined, who can get the best out of your team to deliver outstanding customer experience whilst smashing your sales targets.
• Great interpersonal skills, proactive and positive in engaging with customers, inspiring your team to be the same.
• Analytical, being able to bring creative solutions and new ways of working to drive sale conversions and continuous improvement.
• A great knowledge of the property market, and all the legal bits that come with that, as well as relevant housing acts, Homes England guidelines and relevant housing legislation.
• Previous experience using Sales Force/CRM would be advantageous but training will also be provided.

Due to limits on our current certificates of sponsorship, we are not able to offer sponsorship to external candidates for this role.  This remains under regular review.

Our team

Looking for a job where you really belong? Where you can be, well you! Bring your uniqueness, brilliant skills and awesome experience to deliver amazing things for our customers. You’ll join our team, who come from different walks of life and are here to support you as you make yourself at Home!

Job details

• 37.5 hours per week. This is a hybrid role and you’ll spend a minimum of 2 days in the office, others working at home or across our property portfolio.
• Able to use technology for keeping accurate records, online advertising and marketing, producing reports and collaborating with customers and colleagues.

A place where you belong

Great things happen when we can be ourselves at work. We want all our colleagues to be who they truly are here. Our internal diversity networks, peers and allies (Multicultural, LGBTQIA+ and Disability) support us all to be our best. Together we make Home Group a great place to work!

What's in it for you?

• 34 days leave (includes bank hols and a “me day” to use whenever you fancy) increasing to 39, the option to buy 5 more, and time off for volunteering too!
• Health cash plan saving you from £1140 per annum. We’ll cover your costs (and kids if you have them) towards dental, optical, prescriptions, alternative therapies and lots more.
• Over 800 high street discounts on groceries, holidays and days out. Looking for a new phone, bike or car? Save money with us.
• Colleagues really matters to us, that’s why we’re the 10th Best place in the UK for Wellbeing. Our tools and support help you when you need them.
• We Grow Our Own colleagues (not literally of course!), when you’re ready for the next step in your career, you can grow with us!
• Generous pension scheme with life insurance of 3x salary. See our full range of benefits on our website.  

Find out more

Click APPLY NOW to see our Lead Statutory Sales Executive Job Description, find out about us and for help to apply. Sometimes we close a job early, so don’t delay or you might miss out. Finally, do let us know if there’s anything we can do, to help you shine in our process by making reasonable adjustments at recruitment@homegroup.org.uk 

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Estate Planning Solicitor
£32,000-£44,000 plus excellent benefits (Work level 6A)
Full time, 37.5 hours
We're now working in a hybrid way, with colleagues dividing their time between home and any of our offices in Manchester, Sheffield, Bristol, or Stratford upon Avon. Visit colleagues.coop.co.uk/hybrid-working-policy for more information.

We're looking for estate planning solicitors to join our technical Estate Planning team within Co-op Legal Services.

At Co-op Legal Services we do things differently, whether that's continuously innovating our technology to support your delivery or our tailored internal progression framework to support your development. We're committed to providing an exceptional client experience and the opportunity to build a rewarding career with us. In this role you'll manage estate planning cases end to end with a client-focussed approach to targets. You won't need to bring a following of clients with you as we will source new work for you. We've doubled our Estate Planning team within the past few years, and as we continue to grow, there will be plenty of opportunity for progression.

What you'll do

* own caseload of complex Estate Planning cases to include Wills, Trusts and LPAs
* use our case management system to make sure information is recorded accurately
* engage with clients mainly by telephone and email
* work collaboratively with expert support from the team to continually develop your legal skills, administrative support will also be provided at certain case levels
* use your legal knowledge to mentor more junior members of the team

This role would suit people who have

* qualified as a solicitor or chartered legal executive or TEP qualification, with a background in estate planning
* knowledge of tax systems within England & Wales;
* strong attention to detail and the ability to draft documents
* the ability to use your initiative and effectively prioritise your work
* a client-focused approach with the ability to build positive relationships in a remote setting

Why Co-op?

Here you'll do work that matters. Co-op is an organisation with a purpose beyond profit, and by contributing to our success you'll help us to realise our vision of co-operating for a fairer world. You'll also get a package that includes:
* competitive salary
* private healthcare
* coaching, training and support to help you develop
* pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* annual incentive scheme
* Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
* 28 days holiday (rising to 32 in line with service) plus bank holidays
* discounts on Co-op products and services

Building an inclusive work environment

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. We want to build inclusive work environments, where our colleagues have equal opportunities to reach their full potential. We celebrate our differences, and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities they serve.

If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.

If you're successful in your application, we'll perform some background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include an SRA check, credit checks, and a DBS (disclosure and barring service) check. Please note Co-op does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Estate Live-in Couple required near Henley on Thames Oxfordshire 845349

Looking for a versatile, hardworking couple who can manage various tasks to create a well-maintained, welcoming environment. The role requires a balance of independence and collaboration, providing the couple the opportunity to take ownership of the estate’s day-to-day operations on the ground.

Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and self-sufficient couple to manage and maintain a private estate comprising three modern-tech properties, kitchen gardens, and landscaped areas. This is a live-in, full-time position offering a unique opportunity to create a way of life on the estate. The role involves overseeing various aspects of property management, maintenance, housekeeping, and collaboration with external contractors when the family are not in residence.

When the family are in residence, cooking, driving and looking after their needs is the priority, whilst managing other duties. The ability to prioritise is key.

Energy and enthusiasm is required, along with confidence to manage and prioritise.

Key Responsibilities
Property Management & Maintenance:
• Oversee the general upkeep and maintenance of each property.
• Conduct regular inspections of the properties to ensure they are in pristine condition.
• Perform minor repairs and liaise with specialised contractors for larger maintenance tasks.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness and presentation, including polishing and deep cleaning.

Housekeeping & Cooking:
• Handle daily housekeeping tasks, including laundry, cleaning, and bed preparation.
• Cooking as required for the estate’s owners, family and guests.
• Shopping for groceries, supplies, and other household essentials as needed.

Gardening & Landscaping:
• Manage and maintain kitchen gardens, ensuring they are well-tended and productive.
• Collaborate with and oversee landscape contractors to ensure outdoor areas are maintained to a high standard.
• Assist with occasional gardening tasks to supplement the work of contractors.
• Maintain swimming pool and tennis court.

Driving & Errands:
• Drive locally for shopping trips, appointments, and other errands as required.
• Assist with transportation of the owners or guests when needed.

Requirements:
• A couple with relevant experience in live-in position to include but not limited to housekeeping, gardening, and general maintenance.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to self-manage and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Practical knowledge of modern property systems, including high-tech home automation, security, and energy systems.
• Housekeeping experience, with attention to detail and an eye for cleanliness.
• Cooking skills, with flexibility to prepare meals when required.
• A valid driving license for both candidates.

Personal Qualities:
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to take initiative.
• Discrete, trustworthy, and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with contractors and estate residents effectively.
• A positive, flexible attitude to adapt to changing needs on the estate.

Contractual terms:
• Live-in position with accommodation provided on the estate.
• Live-in 7 days a week, with weekends off, but required to sleep on-site.
• Working days Monday to Friday when the owners are not in residence.
• Requirement to work weekends and longer stints, max 12 days, with time of in-lieu
• Time off includes holidays, with flexibility required when the family are in residence.
• 2 bed cottage provided, all bills included

Other items
• COSHH; first aid; lone working courses to be provided and certified to protect employee and employer
• Maintenance schedules provided

Location: Near Henley on Thames
Minimum Experience: 2+ years in a similar role
Driver: yes- a car can be provided
Job Start Date: ASAP although this family will wait for the right couple
Pay: Negotiable depending on experience
This is a permanent position. To apply for this job please contact Philippa immediately on 01865 693060 | 07988 908231 or send an up to date version of your CV to: mailto:Philippa@harmonyathome.co.uk Harmony at Home Oxfordshire , Philippa Day, acting as an Employment Agency.
You must also have an up to date DBS and Paediatric First Aid Certificate or be willing to obtain, along with a minimum of 2 last / current employer professional referees that are immediately contactable.

Your new role

You will be working with a leading social housing provider in the North East, as part of a multidisciplinary team, to undertake inspections of residences, to diagnose and make evidence-based recommendations to ensure the housing portfolio is maintained at a high standard. You will be responsible for carrying out a variety of surveys including planned and reactive maintenance repairs, voids, damp and mould and condensation surveys. You will create a schedule of work based on your findings before engaging with stakeholders, such as contractors/developers and local authorities, in order to ensure that identified defects have been repaired to the required standard. You will listen to and log customers queries during your visits, providing a point of referral.

What you'll need to succeed

Ideally, a technical qualification such as HNC/RICS
Experience of working in a Social Housing or Local Authority Environment (ideally residential properties)
Repairs/ Maintenance/ Disrepair/ Damp and Mould/ Voids experienc
Excellent communication skills and the ability to deal with a diverse range of customers

What you'll get in return
The opportunity to work with a leading Social Housing provider
A single point of contact with a dedicated Property and Surveying expert
Competitive hourly rates up to £35 per hour, paid weekly

The promise of further work upon completion of this assignment

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Your new company

A hugely reputable construction contractor based in Hull who has a strong pipeline of work is looking for an additional Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

My client works across a range of sectors but mainly projects ranging in value from £100k - £5m.

Your new role

Your new role as a Quantity Surveyor for this business would be to oversee the day to day running of projects, which could include multiple smaller value projects.

What you'll need to succeed

You will need a strong background as a Quantity Surveyor with a range of values and intricacies. You will have good management skills, and be able to build lasting relationships with stakeholders of all levels.

What you'll get in return

Your role working for this business will be varied and rewarding. They are offering a competitive salary which will be based on experience. The overall package includes a car, a bonus scheme, pension and private medical cover for the family and even an early finish EVERY Friday!

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

• If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Maintenance Project Surveyor

Hybrid role - working from home, or from one of our regional offices in Maryport, Cumbria, or One Strawberry Lane, Newcastle and our properties in the North West of Cumbria and North East Region.

2 Year Fixed Term Contract, full time (37.5 hpw)

Salary: £39,710 pa, with great benefits including Health Cash Plan

Home, a place where you belong

Are you an experienced Maintenance Project Surveyor looking for a new role with a great employer? Are you experienced or have worked on Retro-Fit or sustainability projects? Come join us at Home Group and be part of our fantastic repairs and maintenance team. Make a difference as you support us to continuously improve the quality standards, ensure the safety and compliance and provide sustainable and renewable measures in our properties. If you fancy working alongside a brilliant team, who are already delivering Retro-Fit and sustainability projects in the NW and NE and to continue developing your own career as you grow with us, then read on…

Typical day as a Maintenance Project Surveyor

• Carrying out pre and post inspections of planned maintenance work on a variety of different property types, managing a patch covering the NW of Cumbria, and NE region ensuring that our contractors deliver high-quality work and that our customers are happy with the outcome.
• Providing technical advice and support to our contractors and suppliers so we deliver a high-quality, cost-effective and compliant service in accordance with agreed specifications, from our Retro-Fit team and designers.
• Managing contracts including progress against programmes and using customer insight to support us in delivering on our customer promise - and managing performance Indicators on our principal contractors.
• Supporting our colleagues in helping customers to combat damp and mould issues in their homes - one of the essential aspects in our Retro-Fit delivery model.
• Accurately measuring materials to enable a ‘right first time’ approach, ensuring they do not vary from set and agreed specifications.

Imagine ending each day knowing you've made a positive impact on our customers' lives. You can do that here, working for one of the top ten Great Places to Work in the UK!

You have

• Building surveying experience including property condition and dilapidation surveys and specifying remedial works.
• Hold a Building Surveying qualification HND, HNC or Degree Level, as well as PAS2035 qualifications, Level 2 or Level 5 - or working towards these qualifications.
• Current knowledge of building repairs, construction as well as CDM roles and responsibility.
• Able to manage, control budgets and expenditure, and performance information.
• A vehicle insured for business purposes. The great news is that we’ll pay your mileage!
• A self-starter approach, able to work unsupervised to manage your own patch, working commercially to deliver our programmes of work on time and to budget.
• Knowledge of Retro-Fit works, including installation of renewable energy measures.
• Excellent experience in performance management of Principal contractors.
• Excellent at building strong Contractor/Client relationships.
• Excellent at delivering a customer focused approach, and excellent level of customer care.

Due to limits on our current certificates of sponsorship, we are not able to offer sponsorship to external candidates for this role.  This remains under regular review.

Our team

Looking for a job where you really belong? Where you can be, well you!  Bring your uniqueness, brilliant skills and awesome experience to deliver amazing things for our customers. You’ll join our team, who come from different walks of life and are here to support you as you make yourself at Home!   

Our Team are a supportive and dedicated team, who are working on Retro-Fit projects currently, in the NW and NE regions, and are really looking forward to welcoming you into the Retro-Fit Delivery team.

If you are passionate about delivering excellent results and changing our customers lives for the better, then this is the role for you!

Job details

• Working Monday to Friday, you’ll shape your own diary around work, customers’ and your own commitments.
• This is a hybrid role, so you’ll typically spend some days in our offices others working at home and the rest working in our properties in NW Cumbria or NE regions.
• You must be able to use technology for updating records, budget and KPI management, completing online learning and collaborating with other colleagues.
• You’ll need a Standard DBS check done and we pay for that.

A place where you belong

Great things happen when we can be ourselves at work. We want all our colleagues to be who they truly are here. Our internal diversity networks, peers and allies (Multicultural, LGBTQIA+ and Disability) support us all to be our best. Together we make Home Group a great place to work!

What’s in it for you?

• 34 days leave (including bank hols and a “me day” to use for whatever you fancy) increasing to 39, the option to buy 5 more, and time off for volunteering too!
• Health cash plan saving you from £1140 per annum. We’ll cover your costs (and kids if you have them) towards dental, optical, prescriptions, alternative therapies and lots more. Over 800 high street discounts on groceries, holidays and days out. Looking for a new phone, bike or car? Save money with us.
• Generous pension scheme with life insurance of 3 x salary
• We Grow Our Own colleagues (not literally of course!), when you’re ready for the next step in your career, you can grow with us!
• Explore our benefits in detail on our website.

Find out more

Click APPLY NOW to see our Maintenance Project Surveyor Job Description, find out about us and for help to apply. Sometimes we close a job early, so don’t delay or you might miss out.  Finally, do let us know if there’s anything we can do, to help you shine in our process by making reasonable adjustments at recruitment@homegroup.org.uk

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Main Job Purpose

• Managing the portfolio of residential properties in relation to repairs, inspections and any other duties.

Key Accountabilities (Assist with portfolio management)

• Ensure that systems and processes are followed to a high standard
• Ensure a high level of satisfaction from clients, tenants and contractors
• Complete check-ins and check-outs to the company standard
• Deposit correspondence between all parties and the releasing of deposits
• Log all works required following check-outs and any required administration
• Carry out periodic inspections
• Compose landlord inspection letters following visits
• Close communication with landlords and tenants as and when required
• Liaise with and assist accounts with legal notices including Section 21's and Section 8's

Repairs & Maintenance

• Log all works required following check-outs and any required administration
• Carry out emergency property visits when required
• Oversee all refurbishments
• Out of hours on call rota (1 week every 7)
• Represent the company to a high standard of personal conduct on all appointments, whilst driving, through all methods of communication etc.
• Be able to work both autonomously and within a team
• Increase the standards of the property portfolio

Skills

• Have previous Property Management Experience
• Ideally, ARLA qualified (Not Essential as will put through qualification subject to successful probationary period)
• Possess superb organisational and communication skills
• Can prioritise a busy and demanding workload and stay calm under pressure
• Have a full driving licence

Health & Safety and Fire Risk Management

• Maintain a professional knowledge on health and safety requirements
• Deliver appropriate advice in accordance with the extent of our services to tenants and clients

Business Challenges
Problem-Solving

• Balancing tenants' expectations of repairs and maintenance against the requirement for what is tenants' responsibility and what is the clients.
• Creating and maintaining efficiencies to deliver agreed service levels on time and within the time available.
• Time Management - Being able to manage your time effectively and prioritise.

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Quantity Surveyor

Hybrid working from a Home Group office in Newcastle or Durham 2 days per week and 3 from home with occasional site visits to our properties across Greater London.

Permanent, full time (37.5 hpw)

Salary circa £44,308 per annum plus brilliant benefits including health cash plan!

Home, a place where you belong

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor, looking for a new role with a great employer?  Come and join us at Home Group.  You’ll support us in providing a high-quality, cost-effective repairs and maintenance service for our properties across Greater London (including Essex, Hertfordshire, Peterborough, Milton Keynes, Bedfordshire and Cambridge), driving cost control and efficiency of spend. 

Typical day as a Quantity Surveyor

• Supporting our teams in delivering value for money services working closely with our trades, maintenance managers, subcontractors and suppliers. You’ll be ensuring high levels of performance, productivity, quality, compliance and cost-effective services.
• Conducting site visits when required to measure and value works including pricing, negotiating and agreeing budgets and cost variations, as well as checking project costs.
• Monitoring contractor performance, cost to serve analysis, cost breakdown, demand understanding, workload and workforce profiling.
• Management of commercial and contractual aspects of relationships with consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Ensure the effective use of our works order systems, maximising efficient use of work scheduling and ensuring accurate data recording.
• Ensure we work to budgets and assist with the accurate coding of monthly costs.

Fancy going home each day knowing that you have helped change our customers lives for the better? You’ll do that here, working for a top 10 Great Place to Work Employer!

You bring

• A Quantity Surveying qualification. 
• Knowledge of procurement rules and legislation with excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Knowledge of housing repairs and improvements, including experience of Building Regulations, systems and materials, and confident working to specifications, contracts and data.
• Experience of communication with employees, customers and stakeholders, with the ability to support and challenge colleagues and contractors to work in the most cost-effective way.
• A current driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for work.  We’ll pay your mileage costs for using your vehicle at work.

Due to limits on our current certificates of sponsorship, we are not able to offer sponsorship to external candidates for this role.  This remains under regular review.

Our team

Looking for a job where you really belong? Where you can be, well you!  Bring your uniqueness, brilliant skills and awesome experience to deliver amazing things for our customers. You’ll join our team, who come from different walks of life and are here to support you as you make yourself at Home. 

Job details

• Monday to Friday, flexible working hours (or we’re open to agreeing a work pattern with you)
• You’ll manage your own diary. If you need a break to take delivery of your new fridge or take a longer lunch for a haircut, you can use your flexi time to manage that!
• This is a hybrid role based from Newcastle or Durham (2 days per week), from home and our properties across Greater London

A place where you belong

Great things happen when we can be ourselves at work. We want all our colleagues to be who they truly are here. Our internal diversity networks, peers and allies (Multicultural, LGBTQIA+ and Disability) support us all to be our best. Together we make Home Group a great place to work!

What’s in it for you?

• 34 days leave (includes bank hols and a “me day” to use whenever you fancy) increasing to 39, the option to buy 5 more, and time off for volunteering too!
• Health cash plan saving you from £1140 per annum. We’ll cover your costs (and kids if you have them) towards dental, optical, prescriptions, alternative therapies and lots more.
• Over 800 high street discounts on groceries, holidays and days out. Looking for a new phone, bike or car? Save money with us.
• Colleagues really matters to us, that’s why we’re the 10th Best place in the UK for Wellbeing. Our tools and support help you when you need them.
• We Grow Our Own colleagues (not literally of course!), when you’re ready for the next step in your career, you can grow with us!
• Generous pension scheme with life insurance of 3x salary.
• Explore our benefits in detail on our website.

Find out more

Click APPLY NOW to see our Quantity Surveyor Job Description, find out about us and for help to apply. Sometimes we close a job early, so don’t delay or you might miss out.  Finally, do let us know if there’s anything we can do, to help you shine in our process by making reasonable adjustments at recruitment@homegroup.org.uk

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme