Total 7 Senior Executive job vacancies in Sevenoaks, TN15 7RS

Senior Quantity Surveyor
Kent
£65,00 - £70,000 + package
Repairs & Maintenance

Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a leading Social Housing Contractor in the Kent area that are looking for a brand new Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

You will be carrying out tasks such as being responsible for individual contractor accounts and regular reports and analysis. You will also provide commercial insight and support to ensure financial efficiency is achieved.

The Role:

Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following;

• Oversee a team of Quantity Surveyor's
• Prepare and dispatch tender packages to subcontractors
• Set up job files and all necessary records
• Collate subcontractor tenders and in consultation with the Contracts Manager, award subcontracts
• In conjunction with the Senior Quantity Surveyor, check and approve subcontractor claims for payment
• Liaise with subcontractors to resolve queries
• Assess and cost variations to contract
• Update and maintain records
• Assist with contract valuations
• Assist with monthly cost/value reconciliations

To be successful in the role you will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Experience of managing QS's
• Experience in working in a repairs quantity surveying / commercial environment
• Experience of working in a social housing / housing maintenance environment (either client or contractor side)
• Understanding of NHF and other bespoke schedule of rate based contracts.
• Good planning, budgeting, organising and prioritisation skills. Experience of keeping sound business records
• Strong report writing skills and able to interpret financial and other systems data. A good standard of written business English and a good working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Able to build and sustain working relationships with different departments to achieve goals
• Ability to work in a fast paced work environment and manage multiple activities and priorities to a deadline.
• Willingness to take on new responsibilities and a desire to develop new skills to progress within the organisation.

If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.

Cygnet Health Care is one of the UKs largest independent providers of mental health care. Cygnet is now looking to appoint a Senior Internal Auditor to join our Head Office Finance team based in Wrotham Heath, Sevenoaks. Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of health and social care services for young people and adults with mental health needs, acquired brain injuries, eating disorders, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. The purpose of the role is to assist the Group Internal Audit Assistant Manager on leading the current Southern Operations Internal Audit team, following the yearly audit plan to ensure the required percentage of facilities are tested throughout the year and any risks are highlighted in a timely manner. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Line management of two Internal Audit Assistants based in Wrotham, ensuring all training needs are met and supporting them with audit testing. Support and work alongside the Senior Internal Auditor based in York. Peer review audit reports as and when required and provide feedback. Travel to Cygnet locations across the UK, predominately facilities based in the South up to the Midlands to conduct facility specific audits. Provide cover for UK wide audits where staffing restraints may apply (annual leave, sickness.) Assist with Head Office finance audits covering petty cash, service user money, purchase ledger and expenses. Assist with preparing quarterly reports for the Senior Management Team that reflect the audit teams findings. Analyse and evaluate the accuracy of accounting systems and procedures. Review, develop and in liaison with the Group Internal Audit Assistant Manager, recommend changes in accounting systems and internal audit controls of the business. Partake in scoping meetings for new projects as and when required. Assist the Internal Audit Assistant Manager with any ad hoc investigations that may arise. Experience 2/3 years of audit and line management experience is essential. Working towards a recognised accounting qualification. Competent Excel skills are essential for the role. Ability to work to strict deadlines. Ability to interact with other finance teams. Professionally mannered and well presented. Ability to deal with complex queries and resolve in an efficient manner. Ability to work as part of a team as well as being able to manage own workload daily. Why Cygnet? Well offer you An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme Expert supervision & support Employee referral scheme Free Health Cash plan Enhanced maternity pay: 8 weeks full Pay, 18 weeks half Pay (Inclusive of SMP) followed by 13 weeks SMP. 24 hours free GP support line Free life assurance cover Free eye tests Car lease discounts Discounted gym membership Free mortgage broker and Insurance cover Pension scheme Employee NHS - discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks Ready to make a positive change?Please click on the apply now link below or send your CV to LenaStreet@cygnethealth.co.uk Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for these roles, this remains under review. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Cygnet Health Care is one of the UK’s largest independent providers of mental health care. Cygnet is now looking to appoint a Senior Internal Auditor to join our Head Office Finance team based in Wrotham Heath, Sevenoaks.

Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of health and social care services for young people and adults with mental health needs, acquired brain injuries, eating disorders, autism and learning disabilities within the UK.

The purpose of the role is to assist the Group Internal Audit Assistant Manager on leading the current Southern Operations Internal Audit team, following the yearly audit plan to ensure the required percentage of facilities are tested throughout the year and any risks are highlighted in a timely manner.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Line management of two Internal Audit Assistants based in Wrotham, ensuring all training needs are met and supporting them with audit testing.
• Support and work alongside the Senior Internal Auditor based in York.
• Peer review audit reports as and when required and provide feedback.
• Travel to Cygnet locations across the UK, predominately facilities based in the South up to the Midlands to conduct facility specific audits. Provide cover for UK wide audits where staffing restraints may apply (annual leave, sickness.)
• Assist with Head Office finance audits covering petty cash, service user money, purchase ledger and expenses.
• Assist with preparing quarterly reports for the Senior Management Team that reflect the audit teams findings.
• Analyse and evaluate the accuracy of accounting systems and procedures.
• Review, develop and in liaison with the Group Internal Audit Assistant Manager, recommend changes in accounting systems and internal audit controls of the business. Partake in scoping meetings for new projects as and when required.
• Assist the Internal Audit Assistant Manager with any ad hoc investigations that may arise.

Experience

• 2/3 years of audit and line management experience is essential.
• Working towards a recognised accounting qualification.
• Competent Excel skills are essential for the role.
• Ability to work to strict deadlines.
• Ability to interact with other finance teams.
• Professionally mannered and well presented.
• Ability to deal with complex queries and resolve in an efficient manner.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as being able to manage own workload daily.

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

• An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Expert supervision & support
• Employee referral scheme
• Free Health Cash plan
• Enhanced maternity pay: 8 weeks full Pay, 18 weeks half Pay (Inclusive of SMP) followed by 13 weeks SMP.
• 24 hours free GP support line
• Free life assurance cover
• Free eye tests
• Car lease discounts
• Discounted gym membership
• Free mortgage broker and Insurance cover
• Pension scheme
• Employee NHS - discount savings & “Cycle to Work” scheme
• Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks

Ready to make a positive change? Please click on the ‘apply now’ link below or send your CV to LenaStreet@cygnethealth.co.uk

Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for these roles, this remains under review.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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As Senior Sous Chef for Sodexo at Sevenoaks School, High street, Sevenoaks, TN13 1HU, you will oversee all aspects of the food and beverage operations as well as the finances for your school’s kitchen. You will be responsible for ensuring that the food and level of service are of the highest calibre and that the school catering is among the best in the region. Your attitude will influence your team's daily lives as the person they go to for direction and support, which will in turn foster a vibrant and productive work environment.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you do:

Manage the replenishment of food and the dismantling of work areas at the end of service.
Develop, mentor, conduct training, and inspire the kitchen team.
Control the complete catering operation, including labour, food, and stock expenses.
Manage and optimise all costs that are under your control.
Ensure uniformity in the food and service standards provided to fellow staff members, visitors and students.
Manage the creation and development of menus.
Conduct routine audits to ensure standards are being followed.

What you bring:

Must have expertise on cooking on a large scale, anywhere between 700 – 2000 students.
Have experience following recipes, possibly in a similar setting.
Have previous staff supervision experience or line management experience.
Have experience working with fresh produce and ingredients.
Be aware of the importance of adhering to health and safety procedures.
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines in a busy Kitchen environment.
Be professional, leading by example and having a positive outlook is key.
Hold basic food handling skills certification:
NVQ Level 2
Level 2 Food safety Certificate
A minimum of 1 years of experience in hands on cooking, training on Food Hygiene, and Health & Safety will be given.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
Flexible and dynamic work environment 
Competitive compensation 
Full training and full protective uniform supplied. 

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! 

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community difference here. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Senior Retail Sales Advisor
Sevenoaks
40 hours per week over 5 days
Monday to Friday with Saturdays on a rota
Competitive salary plus pension and company benefits
We have an exciting opportunity for a friendly and reliable Senior Retail Sales Advisor to join the team at our Brewers Decorator Centre in Sevenoaks, to provide exceptional service to our customers in store. You will play a vital part in keeping the branch running smoothly and efficiently and providing essential support to the Branch Manager - experience with our products isn't strictly necessary, if you are a natural leader and can bring great customer service, sales experience and team working skills to the table, we'll give you everything you need to succeed.
Our Sevenoaks branch has been part of the Brewers family for almost 60 years. From its prominent location right at the heart of the town centre, we have been supplying local retail and trade customers with an array of designer and trade paints, a great selection of wallpapers and fabrics as well all the decorating supplies and materials our customers need to get the job done whether they be a keen home décor enthusiast or a professional decorator - making us the first choice for all things decorating in the area! Our friendly team have a wealth of industry knowledge between them so if you are looking to expand your skills, you will be in the best place to do it. The branch opening hours are Monday to Friday 7am – 5pm and Saturday 8am – 5pm.
A family run business for almost 120 years; we are proud of our long history in our industry and have grown our branch network to over 200 stores nationwide in the Brewers Group. We know that our people make our business unique, and place great emphasis on the development and growth of our colleagues.
We understand that Neurodiverse candidates or candidates with a disability may need adjustments or extra support in the application or interview process – we are committed to providing every candidate the opportunity and environment in which to succeed and we will support any reasonable request where we can.
As a Senior Retail Sales Advisor with Brewers, some of your responsibilities will include:
• Assist the Branch Manager with developing the branch and the team including deputising in their absence• Provide exceptional service to customers in branch, to deliver upon our reputation for quality Brewers service• Have keyholder responsibilities, cashing up and associated supervisory tasks• Allocate work to the team, keeping them motivated and driven• Use product knowledge to provide recommendations and help customers find the best product for their needs• Planning and agreeing sales forecasts with the Branch Manager in line with Company targets• Ensuring orders and enquiries are dealt with and followed up on promptly• Mix paint for Customers, process specialist orders, and request special stock within the Branch network• Build relationships with customers to fully identify their needs and allow us to provide a comprehensive service• Promote seasonal and special items, including merchandising goods in-store to increase visibility and sales• Assisting with stock maintenance in the branch
Who we are looking for to join our team:
• Experience in a retail environment, ideally in a team leader or supervisory role• Exceptional customer service and communication skills, to understand and translate customer requirements into product recommendations• Highly motivated with the drive to succeed and do a great job • Approachable, possessing an open and friendly personality - happy to help both customers and colleagues• The ability to motivate and inspire colleagues to achieve the highest level of customer service• Enjoys working and supporting a team, but can be relied upon to work as an individual at all times• Keen to learn, develop skills, and progress within our industry• Willing to attend training to become a Fire Marshall and/or First Aider if required• Ideally lives within a close proximity to the store to be able to respond to potential alarm calls out of hours• An interest in our industry would be advantageous but not essential as product training will be given
In return we offer a comprehensive benefits package consisting of:
• Competitive rates of pay• 31 days holiday including bank holidays increasing with service• Free life assurance• 5% of your salary employer contribution to the pension plan (subject to employee contributions)• We offer Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it• Brewers Colleague discounts giving you huge savings on your home improvements • Employee Assistance Programme - accessible to colleagues, partner/spouse and dependants • Access to Medicash, an optional funded scheme where you can claim money back for the most common routine healthcare treatments • Discounts and rewards with selected partners - major high street brands, supermarkets etc• Additional financial assistance such as Cycle to Work Scheme, Season Ticket Loans and Helping Hand Loan Scheme for times of crisis, • Staff uniform and uniform cleaning tax relief• Comprehensive Induction Programme• After a qualifying period, you will also be eligible for additional benefits such as profit related pay, enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay and a chance to use one of our two Company Holiday Homes in Cornwall or the Lake District
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please click the Apply Now button on this page to complete the mandatory application form.
Please note – this role may be removed from listings before the closing date if we are successful in finding an appointment.
Please ensure you fully complete the application process if you wish to be considered for this position. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to any applicants that do not complete the process.

Your new company
This award-winning multidisciplinary consultancy practice committed to growth and innovation seeks a senior quantity surveyor to join a dynamic team. They offer a competitive salary and an industry-leading benefits package.As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll play a pivotal role, representing both public and private sector clients across a diverse range of projects. Your expertise will contribute to successful project delivery. Expect limited travel within the region to fulfil the requirements of this exciting role.

Your new role
You will generally be working within the strong QS team reporting to the Associate QS Manage key local commissions independently.
Duties will include;

• Participate in design team meetings with reporting and advice to clients.
• Quality checks on junior members of staff
• Document management in accordance with QA procedures
• Preparation of cost advice in accordance with RICS guidance notes (including order of cost estimates, viability reports, reinstatement cost assessments, formal cost plans, cash-flow forecasts, life cycle and whole life costs, etc.)
• Preparation of tender documentation and administration of tender process
• Preparation of contracts
• Post-contract cost management (e.g., administering change control processes, valuing variations, assessing contractor's claims
• Preparing valuations for progress payments
• Preparation of post contract cost reports,
• Preparation of final accounts
• Attend and chair site meetings.

What you'll need to succeed
The successful candidate should be chartered or have suitable experience with an understanding of the commercial aspects of construction.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual.
All applicants must hold a full UK driving licence.


What you will get in return
Join a dynamic consultancy with excellent progression opportunities.

• Regular and committed training and CPD opportunities.
• Competitive Salary
• Private Healthcare
• Excellent enhanced pension scheme
• Enhanced sick pay scheme (including long-term sickness insurance)
• Access to 24/7 counselling through our employee assistance helpline
• Exclusive restaurant, travel, and retail discounts.
• Access to free independent 1 to 1 financial advice
• Flexible working where appropriate.

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 Rachel Knight on 07488 312 618 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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