Jobs

Job Description

One of our client’s located on the outskirts of Colchester are looking for a Chef to join their team. Working in a beautiful location this is a fantastic opportunity for anybody with experience as a Chef.

The Role

• Cooking and delivering of breakfasts (earliest usually 7.45 am) and evening meals (latest usually 6.30 pm) for up to 80 residential visitors, whilst ensuring the wide variety of dietary needs and tastes are met at all times
• Ensuring all meals are produced in line with health and hygiene regulations
• Accurately completing all monitoring and recording paperwork i.e. HACCP
• Assisting with the compilation of a varied range of menus
• Deputising for the Lead Cook in their absence
• Assisting with the supervision of the catering team
• Assisting with the induction and in-house training of the catering team
• Provision of light lunches or packed lunches for residential groups, as required
• Preparation of home baked items for packed lunches, afternoon teas and supper
• Washing up of utensils, crockery and cutlery as required
• Assisting with sourcing suppliers, stock control, and placing orders
• Receiving deliveries and ensuring they are checked, recorded and correctly stored on arrival
• Providing lunches for staff on duty
• Ensuring that tea/coffee making areas for visitors are kept clean and stocked
• Ensuring that catering equipment is appropriately maintained
• Routine cleaning of the kitchen to ensure hygiene standards are met at all times
• Participating in the cleaning, upkeep and decorating of the kitchen and dining area in off-peak times

The Person

• A positive and passionate work attitude
• A desire to show pride in all aspects of their work
• A flexible approach with a willingness to adapt to changes
• An ability to work using your own initiative both independently and as a competent, effective team member
• An ability to work under pressure and prioritise work to meet tight deadlines
• Always treating others with courtesy, dignity and respect
• A commitment and contribution to improving environmental performance
• A committed and proactive approach to personal development; motivated to learn new skills and overcome new challenges

Benefits to you

• Beautiful location
• £10.00 an hour
• Flexible hours

Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Sales Coordinator to join our expanding client based on the outskirts of Colchester.

Reporting to the Sales Office Supervisor, the main responsibilities are to receive, process and monitor progress of incoming customer sales orders and carry out administrative duties for the Sales Manager.

The Role

• To receive orders by telephone, fax, mail or e-mail and ensure that the customers’ requirements are understood and can be met by the company’s QMS and operating procedures.
• To liase with the Warehouse and Distribution Manager, Production or Buying department to confirm customers’ requirements will be met.
• To input orders into the sales order processing function of the computer system.

• To ensure customer enquiries are answered satisfactory within defined timescales
• Check specified outputs from the sales order processing function to ensure customer requirements have been accurately processed.
• Contribute as required to general administrative and clerical activities for the Sales & Marketing department.
• To produce the special documentation required by certain markets, i.e. Ministry of Defence and export, to enable successful completion and shipment of   customer’s orders.
• To liaise with carriers, forwarding agents and appropriate bodies to ensure the speedy transportation and delivery of customers’ orders.
• Along with the return of goods sent in error or not required by customers. Also to assist with locating lost or missing parcels.
• To build an efficient working relationship with their allocated Area Sales Manager and to provide them with a high level of support service.
• Contribute as required to the general administrative and clerical activities of the Sales and Marketing department.
• To share in the main reception/telephonist function i.e.
  • To respond to incoming calls within the agreed time interval
  • To receive all personal visitors to the company’s premises in a courteous but business-like manner.
  • To ensure that all incoming telephone calls and personal visitors make their appropriate contact within the company.

The Person

• Previous experience as a sales coordinator role
• Ability to deal with high work volumes
• A good multi-tasker and incredibly organised
• Excellent IT skills
• Communication skills

Benefits to you

• Competitive Salary of up to £22,000 per annum
• Free parking
• Working within a fantastic organisation with great long-term opportunities

Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and experienced Sale Office Supervisor to join our expanding client based on the outskirts of Colchester.

Reporting directly to the Sales and Marketing Manager the prime function of this role is to ensure we offer a level of customer service which will maximise the commercial opportunities within our existing and potential customer base.

The Role

• To ensure that customer enquiries are satisfactorily answered within the defined time scale.
• To ensure that incoming customer orders are received and processed within the defined criteria.
• To ensure a responsive, timely and accurate reception is provided for all incoming telephone contacts or personal callers to the company.
• To promote commercial opportunities within our existing customer base and contribute to the development of new business as directed by the Sales and Marketing Manager.
• To ensure a specified level of support service is provided to our Area Sales Managers.
• To ensure the sales and marketing records are accurately maintained.
• To monitor the performance of the sales co-ordinators and ensure they have the relevant skills and training for their position.
• Contribute as required to the general administrative and clerical activities of the Sales and Marketing department.

The Person

• Previous experience within a supervisory role
• Ability to motivate and manage team members
• A good multi-tasker and incredibly organised
• Excellent IT skills
• Communication skills

Benefits to you

• Competitive Salary of up to £26,000 per annum
• Free parking
• Working within a fantastic organisation with great long-term opportunities

Job Description

One of our client’s located on the outskirts of Colchester are looking for Seasonal Hospitality & Catering Assistants to work on their site. Working in a beautiful location this is a fantastic opportunity for anybody with experience in Catering & Hospitality.

The Role

• Assisting with the preparation and service of breakfast, lunches and evening meals for up to 85 residential visitors and staff, and occasional meals for non-residential groups, in accordance with health and hygiene regulations
• Laying up of tables for breakfasts and evening meals for resident groups, and on occasions for lunches
• Service and clearing in the dining area at meal times, cleaning the kitchen and operating the dishwasher
• Preparation of sandwich fillings and packed lunch materials
• Helping with the receiving of deliveries and ensuring they are checked and correctly stored on arrival
• Ensuring that tea/coffee making areas for visitors are kept clean and stocked
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene throughout the dining room, kitchen, pantry and other storage areas, based on daily and weekly cleaning rotas
• Routine and additional cleaning or preparation of the learning location for all users: including bedrooms, corridors, public areas, staff areas, classrooms, bathroom, shower and toilet facilities
• Preparation of customer accommodation: including clearing and making up of beds, provision of towels, and restocking of tea/coffee making facilities
• Recognising areas requiring additional cleaning, tackling these where possible and where necessary reporting these to your Line Manager
• Keeping all exits and corridors free from obstructions, ensuring that equipment is safely stored and laundry/house cupboards are organised and tidy
• Ensuring laundry is completed in a timely manner: working in the laundry, operating machines and pressing (after appropriate training)

The Person

• A positive and passionate work attitude
• A desire to show pride in all aspects of their work
• A flexible approach with a willingness to adapt to changes
• An ability to work using your own initiative both independently and as a competent, effective team member
• An ability to work under pressure and prioritise work to meet tight deadlines
• Always treating others with courtesy, dignity and respect
• A commitment and contribution to improving environmental performance
• A committed and proactive approach to personal development; motivated to learn new skills and overcome new challenges

Benefits to you

• Beautiful location
• £8.21 an hour
• Flexible hours

Job Description

One of our client’s located on the outskirts of Colchester are looking for Hospitality & Catering Assistants to work on their site. Working in a beautiful location this is a fantastic opportunity for anybody with experience in Catering & Hospitality.

The Role

• Assisting with the preparation and service of breakfast, lunches and evening meals for up to 85 residential visitors and staff, and occasional meals for non-residential groups, in accordance with health and hygiene regulations
• Laying up of tables for breakfasts and evening meals for resident groups, and on occasions for lunches
• Service and clearing in the dining area at meal times, cleaning the kitchen and operating the dishwasher
• Preparation of sandwich fillings and packed lunch materials
• Helping with the receiving of deliveries and ensuring they are checked and correctly stored on arrival
• Ensuring that tea/coffee making areas for visitors are kept clean and stocked
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene throughout the dining room, kitchen, pantry and other storage areas, based on daily and weekly cleaning rotas
• Routine and additional cleaning or preparation of the learning location for all users: including bedrooms, corridors, public areas, staff areas, classrooms, bathroom, shower and toilet facilities
• Preparation of customer accommodation: including clearing and making up of beds, provision of towels, and restocking of tea/coffee making facilities
• Recognising areas requiring additional cleaning, tackling these where possible and where necessary reporting these to your Line Manager
• Keeping all exits and corridors free from obstructions, ensuring that equipment is safely stored and laundry/house cupboards are organised and tidy
• Ensuring laundry is completed in a timely manner: working in the laundry, operating machines and pressing (after appropriate training)

The Person

• A positive and passionate work attitude
• A desire to show pride in all aspects of their work
• A flexible approach with a willingness to adapt to changes
• An ability to work using your own initiative both independently and as a competent, effective team member
• An ability to work under pressure and prioritise work to meet tight deadlines
• Always treating others with courtesy, dignity and respect
• A commitment and contribution to improving environmental performance
• A committed and proactive approach to personal development; motivated to learn new skills and overcome new challenges

Benefits to you

Beautiful location

£8.21 an hour

Flexible hours

Job Description

Are you an experienced Service Advisor? Or have you always thought about moving into the motor industry?

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our client who is an independent family business who have been established for 50 years.

The Role

• Welcome customers to the site
• Answer incoming calls and emails on behalf of the service department
• Book in vehicles to the service department
• Update customers on the progress of the service
• Provide advice on technical issues and answer any customer queries
• Upsell parts and repairs to the customers
• Raise invoices on completion of any work carried out
• Work to KPI’s which include the results of regular Customer Satisfaction Surveys and departmental feedback
• Liaise with suppliers on behalf of the mechanics to order parts in their absence

The Person

• Fantastic customer service skills, the ability to build relationships with customers and suppliers
• Ability to use own initiative when working independently but also be a key team player
• Remain calm under pressure during busy periods of the day
• Previous experience within a customer focused environment is essential, ideally with some experience of upselling/ sales

Benefits to you

• Working Hours Monday to Friday 8.30am – 5.30pm, Occasional Saturdays
• Competitive Salary
• Great working environment

Job Description

Our client based in Earls Colne have an exciting new opportunity as an Assistant Account Manager to join their well established team. The successful candidate will be assisting to maintain and develop client accounts, assisting the Account Manager in the day to day running and development of client accounts, and supporting the Client Services Director when needed.

The Role

• Achieve targets as set by the company
• Ensure company appointed processes are adhered to all times
• Collate information and updates on the progress of the sale and provide regular updates as agreed with the client
• Proactively manage the progression of the property sale to minimise the chances of an aborted sale and achieve a swift legal completion
• Proactively manage and deal with issues that arise to minimise impact on timescales
• Provide high levels of customer service by maintaining relationships with clients, vendors and purchasers
• Gather and document appropriate documentation for Money Laundering purposes where necessary
• Provide a forecast of exchanges to the management team as and when requested
• Maintain the MME values at all times when interacting with colleagues and clients
• Promote and encourage use of MME ancillary services at all times

The Person

• Confident on the telephone
• Excellent customer service
• Organised and reliable
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good command of the written and verbal English language
• Professional
• Flexibility and focused
• Logical mindset
• General administration
• Property sales experience
• Ability to meet tight deadlines
• Trustworthy
• IT literate; database experience, MS Office, Word, Excel

Benefits to you

Earn up to £25,000

Free Parking

Progression

Job Description

Are you an accomplished Business to Business Sales Person? Looking for a new challenge…. perhaps within Media?

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our award-winning publishing client based in Colchester! Working on their educational publications you will utilise your sales abilities to manage existing accounts and drive the business forward by finding new business through various research methods.

The Role

• Generate magazine revenue through advertising opportunities in print and online. 85% of the role will be managing customers via the telephone

• Maintain magazine advertising revenue
• Speak and build rapport with new and existing advertisers
• Discuss and send proposals to new and existing advertisers
• Close and secure proposals with advertisers
• Ensure advertisers have been credit checked and signed their booking confirmation
• Chase artwork and proof where necessary
• Maintain and manage CRM system
• Achieve daily call times targets

The Person

• Sales experience
• Excellent telephone manner
• Motivated
• Able to build rapport quickly
• Great customer service/relation skills
• Team working abilities
• Strong time management skills
• Desire to work in a fast-paced team environment and enjoy the buzz and momentum of what a sales role provides!

Benefits to you

• £18k basic, with uncapped commission
• Internal progression opportunities
• Up to 25 days annual leave per year (starting at 20 days and incrementally increasing after three years’ and five years’ service)
• Free annual eye tests
• Workplace pension scheme
• Employee discounts on local retailers
• Four seasonal team buffets
• Annual staff events

Job Description

Available 20 hours a week? Do you have experience in Finance Administration including, Data Entry, Excel Analysis and Payroll?

We are seeking an experienced individual to join our client based in Suffolk. Working from their busy offices, you will be providing management with regular reports, supporting the finance team and assisting with finance queries.

The Role

• Data entry
• Excel Analysis
• Customer service, dealing with finance queries from members of the public
• Assisting the finance team with payroll, sales and purchase ledger and invoicing
• Managing the finance inbox and processing queries and orders in timely manner

The Person

• Previous experience within Finance Administration
• Knowledge of Sage, as the in-house system is very similar
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Well organised
• Outstanding IT skills including Microsoft Office

Benefits to you

• 20 hours per week
• Flexible working Morning/ Afternoon or 4 – 5 days per week
• £8.21 per hour
• Immediate start

Job Description

Our client based in Ipswich are seeking a Motor Claims Handler to join their expanding team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working as a Claims Handler.

The Role

• Undertaking those inquiries necessary to obtain sufficient information to establish policy liability and progress claims efficiently.
• Registering new claims accurately on the company computer systems and updating the records during the life of the claim.
• Ensuring all claims and correspondence, on delegated authority cases, are correctly maintained and to provide a clear and concise history of events, actions, and quantum assessment.
• Obtaining and submitting completed Client claim documentation to Insurers or nominated service providers promptly.
• Answering telephone calls promptly and effectively dealing with all inquiries in a professional and efficient manner.
• Processing incoming post within agreed service standards.
• Dealing with Client inquiries within designated time frames or as otherwise agreed with Client.
• Communicating effectively with Insurers, nominated service providers, engineers, and Loss Adjusters etc, using methods appropriate to the circumstances, (including telephone/e-mail/fax, dictation), to ensure the highest levels of customer service are maintained.
• Providing advice and assistance to Clients, to actively manage the claim process and minimize lapse time.
• Dispatching claim settlement cheques on the date of receipt.
• Maintaining an up to date daily diary system, taking effective steps to conclude outstanding issues.
• Ensuring leakage is kept to a minimum.
• Maintaining a recovery database to drive retained recoveries to settlement.
• Ensuring the quality of output meets technical and service standards.
• Complying with all laid down Company procedures, FCA compliance requirements, and the company complaints procedure.
• To work in line with Company best practice and FCA legislation.
• To ensure and work towards company objectives that will provide towards the delivery of agreed departmental strategy and team goals by adding value to the company overall

The Person

• Able to use own initiative
• Ability to work as a team player
• Practical working knowledge of current FCA regulations
• Experience of adhering to and maintaining systems and procedures
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to consult and influence at all levels
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Ability to develop effective working relationships externally and internally
• Personal effectiveness, including time management and priority setting
• High personal drive and resilience
• Ability to persuade, motivate, negotiate and influence
• Continuous application of personal/professional development
• A years experience working within claims would be preferable

Benefits to you

• Monday – Friday working hours, 9.00am – 5.30pm
• £18,000 – £20,000 depending on experience

Job Description

Are you an accomplished Business to Business Sales Person? Looking for a new challenge…. perhaps within Media?

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our award-winning publishing client based in Colchester! Working on their Speciality Food publication you will utilise your sales abilities to manage existing accounts and drive the business forward by finding new business through various research methods.

The Role

• Maintain the magazine’s excellent advertising revenue and build upon this by speaking with potential new advertisers
• Promoting the magazine and its benefits over the phone to relevant key clients and businesses
• Providing the copy to the studio
• Where necessary to attend exhibitions
• May on occasion meet with clients face to face either at exhibitions or other locations
• Following up all potential leads
• Working to targets
• Account management

The Person

• Motivated by hitting targets
• An enthusiastic approach to winning business
• Proactive and energetic approach
• Sales orientated, results driven
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Clear & concise telephone manner
• The flexible & adaptable manner
• Team player
• Previous telephone sales experience
• Computer literate

Benefits to you

• Basic £18k plus bonus OTE of up to £23,000
• Great team environment
• Hours of work are 9 am until 5.30pm Monday to Thursday and 9am until 5pm Friday, with one hour for lunch

Job Description

Are you a UK qualified Solicitor with technical expertise and experience within Employment Law?

We are seeking a an energetic, enthusiastic and confident individual to join our client based in Chelmsford. Working with a wide range of stakeholders, you will be responsible for servicing their existing needs and delivering the growth and strategy to significantly increase revenues.

Advising on contentious and non-contentious employment law matters, providing technically sound and pragmatic advice and assistance to a range of private and corporate clients. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has been in a similar position for several years but is now keen to take on a new challenge.

The Role

• Working on projects alongside a team of human resource, tax and consulting specialists.
• Provide integrated advice to clients.
• Researching documents and previous cases to create legal arguments.
• Drafting or preparing legal documentation, such as contracts or claims.
• Conducting negotiations on behalf of clients.
• Ensuring that agreements are implemented.
• If the case reaches court, representing clients or instructing barristers on the case.
• Taking instructions from clients.

The Person

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales or equivalent common law jurisdiction
• Excellent academic background
• A solid employment law background (at least two years post qualification experience).
• Strong client service skills.
• Well organised and able to deal with large amounts of information.
• Ability to deal with people at different levels with patience and tact.
• Respect for confidential information.
• Able to work under own initiatives but also a team player
• Clear, articulate and confident in written and verbal communication skills
• Business development Experience
• Presentation Skills

Benefits to you

• Competitive salary
• 29 days holiday
• ½ for Christmas shopping
• Health Insurance after successful completion of probation period
• Death in Service Benefit
• Pension after successful completion of probation period

Job Description

We currently have two fantastic opportunities for experienced Legal Secretaries to join our clients based in North Essex. If you have experience in Probate and Private Client and would like to work with two of the regions best law firms, we want to hear from you!

The Role

• Provide a high level of comprehensive support to fee earners
• High levels of client liaison, contact and interaction, aiming to assist, and resolve queries where appropriate
• Dealing with screening calls, delivering a positive client experience. Responsible for proactively filtering, responding to and following through on queries, calls and e-mails
• Screening e-mails, telephone calls and post, and responding when relevant. Making relevant arrangements to ensure matters are dealt with in a timely manner and keeping the fee earners updated on all matters and passing on relevant messages in a timely manner
• Meet and greet clients when required
• Building and maintaining knowledge of clients and their matters, and the work in general
• Ensuring all new business opportunities are processed in an efficient manner
• Updating and maintaining client contact information, fully utilising the case management system
• Assist in arranging client events, including working with marketing
• Dealing with all aspects of the billing process
• Proactive management of the fee earner’s workloads
• Providing full secretarial support and general administrative assistance
• Audio typing, copy typing, drafting letters and responses (often without supervision or with minimal supervision/guidance)

The Person

• Previous legal secretarial experience, ideally gained within a private client department or probate
• A minimum of 70 words per minute typing speed for audio
• RSA II typing qualification
• Knowledge of a case management system and Microsoft Office software skills are essential
• Able to work on your own initiative and pre-empt problems and identify solutions
• Ambitious and professional and recognise the relevance of their role

Benefits to you

• Competitive Salaries
• North Essex Locations
• Free Parking

Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experience Digital Marketing Specialist to join our award-winning client based in Ipswich.

We are seeking someone with SEO, PPC, Google Analytics and Social Media experience who can hit the ground running. The successful candidate will be a creative individual with knowledge of the full Adobe suite who can work with the Marketing Manager to create engaging digital campaigns.

The Role

• Plan – to produce detailed digital plans that support the campaigns and initiatives across the firm in line with brand and the objectives of the business
• Manage – as part of the marketing team, to ensure the website content remains up to date and ensure optimal user experience as well as maximising performance through SEO
• Communications – to develop an email marketing strategy for both internal and external audiences
• Content – to plan, create, edit and publish engaging content across all current social media platforms with the support of the teams of lawyers across the firm
• Audience engagement – to increase the social media following/audience and interaction with the posts
• Campaigns – to plan targeted campaigns, including PPC and Google Adwords
• Measurement – to benchmark and report on the performance of all digital marketing campaigns and activity
• Compliance – to have an understanding of data protection and privacy regulations, in particular GDPR and PECR

The Person

• A minimum of three years experience the digital marketing environment and/or relevant qualifications with the Digital Marketing Institute or Chartered Institute of Marketing
• Adobe Creative Cloud, including Indesign, Photoshop and Acrobat Pro
• Attention to detail with excellent copywriting skills
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and apply a flexible approach to managing workload
• Ability to motivate, guide and support stakeholders in the business with social media and digital campaigns
• Ability to work as part of a team in the implementation and development of new software and systems as the business grows
• A desire to work as part of the team delivering the full marketing mix to the business when necessary, including events, data management and internal communications

Benefits to you

• A friendly, supportive working environment
• Competitive salary
• Flexible working
• Generous benefits package including:
  • 25 days holiday rising to 30 days
  • Pension contributions of up to 7%
  • Life Assurance of 4 x salary on joining
  • A profit related pay scheme

Job Description

Are you an administrator with experience in working on events? Have you assisted in planning an event or completed administration within an events business?

We are currently seeking a temporary events administrator to join our client based in Colchester. Assisting a very busy team, the successful candidate will be flexible with regards to the hours of work as this could be a full or part time role.

The Role

• Data Entry
• Event administration, before and after
• Research projects
• Answering the telephones and assisting where possible
• Filing

The Person

• Excellent IT Skills, including all Microsoft Packages
• Willingness to learn
• Available long-term basis
• Flexibility to work on a full or part time basis

Benefits to you

• Up to £8.21 per hour
• Accessible location
• Flexible working hours/ days

Job Description

Fantastic opportunity to join a busy team with several large projects on the horizon and their customer enquiries have reached an all-time high, meaning they need some extra support within their marketing team!

As Marketing Executive you will be responsible for marketing the companies products imaginatively and effectively. You’ll give customers a reason to choose us by creating inspiring and relevant marketing and digital content across a range of channels including websites, direct mail, advertising and branded collateral such as brochures.

You’ll create and deliver the Marketing and Communications plans to achieve our business objectives. You’ll work with Managers and Sales teams to promote the home, their events and their services.

The role will suit a creative, commercially driven individual with great planning and prioritisation skills.  You’ll need experience in a PR or marketing environment preferably within a multi-site business portfolio.

The Role

• Inspiring and imaginative marketing and digital content
• Arrange and manage photoshoots
• Creation of campaign briefs including Graphic Design and media
• Stakeholders relationship management

The Person

• A good understanding of marketing techniques, including websites
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Problem solving skills, and ability to work on own initiative
• Understanding of key marketing metrics and reporting
• Fully conversant with office 365 including word, excel and power point
• Demonstrable experience in using email platforms such as campaign monitor and CRM systems
• Photoshop and Adobe InDesign skills desirable
• Full driving licence and able to travel

Benefits to you

• Hours are 9- 5 Monday to Friday
• Salary up to £30,000 pro rata

Job Description

Our award-winning Colchester based client are currently seeking a Move Consultant to join their team. Having quickly become one of “Europe’s Fastest Growing companies of 2018” the role of Move Consultant will focus on lead generation, product sales and cross-selling opportunities.

The Move Consultant will be an integral part of the business, joining a motivated and loyal team within an enthusiastic and sociable environment that values career progression and personal development, helping you to realise your full potential.

The Role

• Lead generation
• Product Sales
• Maximising your cross-selling opportunity
• Exceeding Sales Targets
• Delivering exceptional customer service
• Being a brand ambassador

The Person

• You will have experience within a non-retail, sales role
• Experience within Estate Agency (desired but not essential, access to training)
• Excellent communication skills
• Driven, tenacious attitude
• Work well as part of a team
• Outstanding organisation and time keeping
• Effective decision maker
• Passionate about Sales and Customer Service

Benefits to you

• Enhanced Holiday package
• Access to discounts and incentives
• Discounted Gym and Spa membership
• Positive team culture
• Reward schemes

Job Description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen at our expanding insurance client based in Ipswich. Working within their town centre based office you will have experience in most areas of the insurance industry and will be able to manage multiple cases at one time.

The Role

• Providing administrative support and servicing business for designated Account Executives or SBU Team as required in a professional, timely and efficient manner – handling new business, MTAs and renewals.
• Ensuring that work undertaken is within scope of knowledge and experience, referring to senior staff for guidance as required.
• Ensuring that clients are treated fairly and provided with appropriate insurance cover at competitive premiums.
• Advising insurers in respect of all new business, amendments and renewal transactions.
• Communicating with clients and ensuring that they are fully aware of the cover provided.
• Liaising with clients/premium credit providers on failed instalment cases.
• Ensuring that any formal complaints or potential formal complaints are referred immediately to the Broking Operations Manager or Managing Director.
• Ensuring that all compliance procedures are adhered to on a day to day basis.
• Ensure that computer records are kept up to date.
• Liaise with Claims Dept. as required to verify loss experience at each renewal.
• Assist Claims Dept. in respect of cover operative and other technical matters.
• Undertake other tasks as required by Managing Director.

The Person

• Good literacy and numeracy skills and the ability to write letters and communicate complex insurance matters to clients in a clear and concise manner.
• Committed team player – supportive of other team members and offering assistance as workload dictates.
• Able to develop and maintain excellent working relationships with colleagues, customers, insurers and service providers.
• Able to act on own initiative and to use experience and judgement in making decisions – including when to refer to senior staff member.
• Knowledge and understanding of products handled.
• Knowledge of the insurance marketplace for products handled.
• Understanding of the needs of Insurers to assess the risks presented.
• Ability to consistently gain 80% or more in Development Zone Modules.
• Undertaking any training needs arising from Development Zone or otherwise identified.
• Undertaking CPD to ensure that technical knowledge is kept up to date and CII 35hr study requirement is met.
• Experienced in using Microsoft Office – Email, Word and Excel.
• Ability to process business using in-house software Acturis
• Ability to obtain quotations/ process business using internet-based systems.

Benefits to you

• Competitive Salary
• Town centre location
• Monday to Friday 9am – 5.30pm

Job Description

Are you an experienced Estate Agent, Lister, Valuer or Property Manager looking for a new opportunity? Want to join the UK’s leading new homes specialist?

We are currently seeking a Valuation Executive to join our client based in Colchester client. Having built a fantastic reputation within the industry our client has become the go to company for the UK’s top 20 house builders!

The Role

• Supporting the Sales Manager and have the ability to prepare detailed Valuation Reports including advice and recommended purchase/marketing price in line with sound, credible documentation and evidence.
• Explain complex information in a clear and simple format.
• Present information to the Sales Manager.
• Carry out extensive research into comparable properties within a specific location.

The Person

• Experience in either estate agency or new homes is essential experience within either estate agency/new homes is preferred.
• You will possess a proven track record in the customer service industry and have the determination to meet and exceed target’s set.
• You will have excellent interpersonal skills, be highly motivated, a quick thinker, and be able to accurately assess financial information under pressure.
• The ability to work towards your own targets in addition to contributing fully to the wider team.
• Ability to work under pressure within a target orientated environment.
• Excellent inter-personal and presentation skills, with outstanding Communication.
• Highly competent Microsoft Office user, including Excel, Word and Outlook, and able to quickly adapt to new software packages and online processes.

Benefits to you

• Permanent Full Time Role with fantastic earning potential.
• Extensive training coupled with an on-going support and development program.
• 20 Days Paid Holiday, (Plus Bank Holidays or Time off in lieu).
• Get your Birthday off each year. (Once Probation Completed).
• Unrivalled opportunities for progression, promotion and personal development in an expanding and market leading business.
• Perkbox Group discounts and employee benefits Scheme.
• Contributory workplace pension. (T&C’S Apply).
• Generous Staff referral bonus scheme.
• Free Blue-Crest Prevention plus Health Screening. (T&C’S Apply).
• Free onsite Car Parking. (Subject To Availability).

Job Description

We are seeking a temporary Machine Packer to join our client based in Clacton on Sea. Working Monday to Friday 4PM until 1AM, you will be maintaining and cleaning machinery and packing machines with the correct products.

The Role

• To pack sachets in to boxes that is produced by machine.
• To prepare packaging for machine sachets.
• To maintain a clean, efficient work area as part of contamination control.
• Compliance with the Company’s Health and Safety procedures.
• Stacking & wrapping pallets.
• Using product formula, calculate the ingredients required for the preparation of production and order mixes.
• Process production mix and order mix in accordance with agreed protocols and timeframes.
• Ensure potential issues or problems are identified and communicated speedily to the Group Leader.
• Ensure hygiene standards are maintained.
• Ensure all relevant paperwork is completed accurately and on time.
• Actively participate in continuous improvements and on-going change.

• Washing and cleaning Machines and hoppers.
• Using pallet truck to manoeuvre pallets.

The Person

• Previous experience in a factory/ manufacturing environment.
• Available Immediately.
• Own transport due to location and shift patterns.

Benefits to you

• £7.83 per hour
• Temporary on going

Job Description

Are you an experienced Estate Agent, Lister, Valuer or Property Manager looking for a new opportunity? Want to join the UK’s leading new homes specialist?

We are currently seeking a Sales Executive to join our client based in Colchester client. Having built a fantastic reputation within the industry our client has become the go to company for the UK’s top 20 house builders!

Working Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm, with a weekend rota, our client is seeking hardworking and ambitious individuals with high attention to detail! If this sounds like you, call us today!!

The Role

• Reporting to the Sales Manager, the successful candidate will need to be able to build on client relationships.
• Providing a key support role to your dedicated team, whilst being focused and motivated to achieve sales targets.
• Responsible for ensuring our extensive property portfolio is being presented and marketed to the highest possible standards.
• Ensuring our supporting agents are acting in our best interests at all times, equipped and able to negotiate potential sales.

The Person

• Previous experience of either estate agency or the new homes market will be necessary.
• Have your own transport, and be able to commute daily to our offices in Colchester Essex.
• You will possess a proven track record in the sales and customer service industry and have the determination to meet and exceed target’s set.
• The ability to work towards your own targets in addition to contributing fully to the wider team.
• A team player with excellent organisational skills
• Excellent inter-personal and presentation skills, with outstanding Communication and listening skills, with the ability to explain complex information in a clear and simple format, and be able to accurately assess information under pressure.
• You will need to be accurate, numerate and highly computer literate, a highly competent Microsoft Office user, including Excel, Word and Outlook, and be able to quickly adapt to new software packages and online processes.

Benefits to you

• Permanent Full Time Role with fantastic earning potential.
• Extensive training coupled with an on-going support and development program.
• 20 Days Paid Holiday, (Plus Bank Holidays or Time off in lieu).
• Get your Birthday off each year. (Once Probation Completed).
• Unrivalled opportunities for progression, promotion and personal development in an expanding and market leading business.
• Perkbox Group discounts and employee benefits Scheme.
• Contributory workplace pension. (T&C’S Apply).
• Generous Staff referral bonus scheme.
• Free Blue-Crest Prevention plus Health Screening. (T&C’S Apply).
• Free onsite Car Parking. (Subject To Availability).

Job Description

Due to market growth and business expansion our client are now looking for exceptional individuals to join their mortgage team. Reporting to the Sales Manager, the successful candidate will need to provide comprehensive administrative support and must have previously worked in an Estate Agency or have Property Administration experience. You will become an integral part of the team, and you will need the ability and experience to provide high levels of customer service at all times.

The Role

• Deal with incoming and outgoing post
• Receive incoming telephone calls and proactively deal with queries or outsource to relevant departments.
• Liaise with housebuilders, customers and estate agents via email, letter, fax and telephone providing high levels of customer service at all times.
• Hold records of all contact names and addresses for our clients and key disciplines with their respective developments and ensure are updated on an ongoing basis.
• Ordering of Valuations Surveys and EPC’s in accordance with company policy.
• Ensuring the smooth running of the team having the knowledge and understanding on a daily basis keeping the Sales Manager informed at all times.
• Adhering to company policy and best practice procedures at all times

The Person

• Able to work within a team in a secretarial role but also the ability to help and support others where workload dictates.
• Able to work on own initiative as well as following instructions
• Prioritising workload
• Competent user of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel
• Attention to detail is essential particularly when dealing with figures.
• Knowledge of property market is an advantage but not essential.
• This job description is not exhaustive in any way and only provides an illustration of the role specified. Additional duties will be required in order to fully perform in the position of Mortgage Administrator.

Benefits to you

• Permanent Full Time Role.
• Extensive training coupled with an on-going support and development program.
• Unrivalled opportunities for progression, promotion and personal development in an expanding and market leading business.
• Generous Staff referral bonus scheme.
• Free Tea and Coffee at work.

Job Description

Are you an experienced Estate Agent, Branch or Property Manager looking for a new opportunity? Want to join the UK’s leading new homes specialist?

We are currently seeking a Sales Manager to join our client based in Colchester client. Having built a fantastic reputation within the industry our client has become the go to company for the UK’s top 20 house builders!

Working Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm with Saturdays on rota, our client is seeking hardworking and ambitious individuals with high attention to detail! If this sounds like you, call us today!!

The Role

• Reporting to the Sales Director, the successful candidate will need to be able to build on client relationships.
• Providing a key support role to your dedicated team, whilst being focused and motivated to achieve sales targets.
• Responsible for ensuring our extensive property portfolio is being presented and marketed to the highest possible standards.
• Supporting agents are acting in our best interests at all times, equipped and able to negotiate potential sales.

The Person

• Previous experience of either estate agency or the new homes market will be necessary.
• Have your own transport, and be able to commute daily to our offices in Colchester Essex.
• You will possess a proven track record in the sales and customer service industry and have the determination to meet and exceed target’s set.
• The ability to work towards your own targets in addition to contributing fully to the wider team.
• A team player with excellent organisational skills
• Excellent inter-personal and presentation skills, with outstanding Communication and listening skills, with the ability to explain complex information in a clear and simple format, and be able to accurately assess information under pressure.
• You will need to be Accurate, numerate and highly computer literate, a highly competent Microsoft Office user, including Excel, Word and Outlook, and be able to quickly adapt to new software packages and online processes.

Benefits to you

• Permanent Full Time Role with fantastic earning potential.
• Extensive training coupled with an on-going support and development program.
• 20 Days Paid Holiday, (Plus Bank Holidays or Time off in lieu).
• Get your Birthday off each year. (Once Probation Completed).
• Unrivalled opportunities for progression, promotion and personal development in an expanding and market leading business.
• Perkbox Group discounts and employee benefits Scheme.
• Contributory workplace pension. (T&C’S Apply).
• Generous Staff referral bonus scheme.
• Free Blue-Crest Prevention plus Health Screening. (T&C’S Apply).
• Free onsite Car Parking. (Subject To Availability).

Job Description

Looking for work to start in the next couple of weeks?

Want to join a large local employer with outstanding progression opportunities and employee rewards?

We have several positions based in Colchester for confident individuals with customer service experience. Whether that be a call centre or retail experience we want to hear from you!

This is a full-time permanent position covering various shifts. The company are open 7 days a week so this role will require weekend working (every other week) covering the hours of 7am to 7pm, during this time.

Interviewing Thursday the 10th of January with a start date of the 21st of January.

The Role

• Respond to inbound calls and deal with the enquiry appropriately
• Answer all incoming contacts professionally within agreed timescales
• Ensuring that you work within industry compliance guidelines
• Handle and resolve customer complaints in accordance with agreed guidelines
• To ensure adherence to key performance indicators
• Provide customers with product and service information whilst remaining a brand advocate
• Enter customer information accurately and to the required standards
• Process orders, forms and applications
• Identify priority issues and escalate to management if appropriate
• Route customer contacts to appropriate resource
• Follow up on customer enquiries where necessary

The Person

• Experience working in a busy contact centre handling calls and emails
• Proficient in relevant computer applications (Word, Excel & the internet)
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
• Knowledge of call centre telephony and technology, especially Salesforce
• Good data entry/ keyboard skills
• Knowledge of administration and clerical processes
• Sales skills experience advantageous
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Problem analysis & problem-solving skills
• Works well under pressure

Benefits to you

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus/ Commission Structure
• Accessible location with good transport links
• Sociable team with regular events

Job Description

Are you an experienced legal secretary who has previously worked within a Matrimonial Department?

We have a fantastic opportunity to join one of the Counties leading solicitors based in their beautiful office in Colchester town centre. The successful candidate will be working with a professional and experienced team, so are looking for someone that has extensive knowledge in this area.

The Role

• Providing support on a mixed caseload of Care, Matrimonial and Legal Aid files
• Audio typing
• Drafting and preparing legal documents
• Preparing bundles
• Using the Case Management System
• Dealing with aspects of billing

The Person

• Legal experience
• Excellent IT Skills
• Secretarial Experience
• Confident and professional telephone manner
• Eye for detail
• Ability to prioritise
• Ability to work to strict deadlines
• Good customer service experience

Benefits to you

• Competitive Salary
• Experienced and professional team

Job Description

A superb small hotel in the Colchester area is seeking a Pastry Chef to join its first-class team. This fabulous establishment is well known in the area and has a reputation for producing the finest menu from fresh seasonal produce. Ideally you will come from a Rosetted background, or will have worked in a restaurant of a good standard with all dishes freshly prepared.

You will be strong under pressure and will be capable of working to high standards in a fast-paced environment. The job will involve the running of the pastry section in the kitchen and ensuring that top quality food is served at all times.

As part of the role you will be expected to maintain the hygiene of the kitchen at all times and prepare and cook dishes of a high standard at all times. The standards of this hotel are second to none and as such they expect all staff to fall in line with these standards. Please apply immediately to avoid missing out on working at this excellent establishment.

The Role

• Prepare a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread etc. following traditional and modern recipes
• Create new and exciting desserts to renew our menus and engage the interest of customers
• Decorate pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation will be beautiful and exciting
• Monitor stocks for baking ingredients such as flour, sugar etc. and make appropriate orders within budget
• Check quality of material and condition of equipment and devices used for cooking
• Guide and motivate pastry assistants and bakers to work more efficiently
• Identify staffing needs and help recruit and train personnel
• Maintain a lean and orderly cooking station and adhere to health and safety standards

The Person

•  Proven experience as Pastry Chef, baker or relevant role
•  Great attention to detail and creativity
•  Organizing and leadership skills
•  Willingness to replenish professional knowledge
•  In depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation and baking techniques and nutrition
•  Working knowledge of baking with ingredient limitations (pastries that are gluten free, sugarless etc.)
•  Certificate in culinary arts, pastry-making, baking or relevant field

Benefits to you

Competitive Salary

Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance administrator to join our financial services client in Ipswich.

The successful applicant will have previous experience of Sage Accounts and Payroll and ideally a background within financial services but this is not essential. There will be elements of credit control, compliance and supporting the finance director as and when required.

Get in touch today for more information!

The Role

• Reconciliation of Insurer Accounts weekly
• Producing Aged debt reports and liaising with staff to chase outstanding balances
• Investigating Insurer differences and liaising with Account handlers and Insurers.
• Input of Financial Services Statements onto the Financial Services system.
• Liaising with building management and ordering of supplies.
• Input of transactions onto Sage accounts.
• Making payments onto bank systems.
• Maintaining spreadsheets used within the company.
• Ensuring that work undertaken is within scope of knowledge and experience, referring to senior staff for guidance as required.
• Ensuring that all compliance procedures are adhered to on a day to day basis.
• Undertake other tasks as required the Director.

The Person

• Knowledge and understanding of Sage 50 Accounts and Payroll
• Experienced in using Microsoft Office – Email, Word and Excel
• Ability to process business using in-house software Acturis and Plus
• Good base knowledge of accounts and payroll
• Committed team player – supportive of other team members and offering assistance as workload dictates
• Able to develop and maintain excellent working relationships with colleagues and clients
• Able to act on own initiative and to use experience and judgement in making decisions – including when to refer to senior staff member

Benefits to you

• £18,000 – £20,000
• Pension Scheme
• Full training and on-going training available
• Progression Opportunities
• 25 days holiday which increase with service

Job Description

Our award-winning Colchester based client are currently seeking a Property Account Manager to join their team. Having quickly become one of “Europe’s Fastest Growing companies of 2018” the Property Account Manager will manage a portfolio of properties and assist customers in their journey of purchasing their first home, moving home or simply enquiring about their services.

The successful candidate will be sales hungry, thrive under pressure and keen to succeed within a company that promotes personal development and the opportunity to be being part of something bigger, we have the role for you!

The Role

• Managing your property portfolio
• Up-selling products and services
• Delivering outstanding customer service through consultative sales
• Managing a portfolio of client relationships
• Negotiating offers
• Administration
• Achieving targets set around sales ratios

The Person

• Experienced case handler with a demonstratable track record of account management
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ownership and accountability
• Confident in negotiation and sales
• Ability to forge relationships and nurture opportunities
• Demonstrable experience to persuade, influence and negotiate effectively
• Offer a positive “Can do” attitude

Benefits to you

• Competitive basic salary with monthly commission
• Enhanced holiday package
• Full training
• Travel and wellbeing benefits
• Based in a newly designed, fun and modern office
• Progression opportunity
• Immediate start available

Job Description

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Graphic Designer to join our well-established client within the healthcare industry.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering internal and external content for both online and offline marketing across the business and must deliver the highest quality outputs and service. You will be planning, organising, and managing a workload with a lead-time in excess of 10-working days can only be achieved through regular communication with internal stakeholders.

The Role

• Manage the design studio’s workload to ensure internal customers are provided with great service
• Construct print ready artwork, using Adobe Creative Cloud™, on a range of projects including promotional literature, on and offline direct marketing communications, internal communications and exhibition material or trade shows
• Produce artwork following technical specifications and design briefs within set deadlines
• Assist in the conception and presentation of new designs and branding where required
• Demonstrate a marketer’s understanding of what a brand is and the branding process
• Ensure jobs are fully scoped to allow sufficient time for any research and development where required
• Assist with producing artwork for digital marketing including website banners and e-marketing campaigns
• Create corporate presentations using MS Office PowerPoint or Prezi
• Coordinate jobs and ensure completion using the company’s Trello™ internet platform to create job cards, and coordinate the job stakeholder engagement
• Subscribe to competitor online newsletters and make competitor enquiries to research, compare and contrast the company’s suite of materials
• Work closely with divisional Marketing Communications Managers and the Senior PR Communications Manager to ensure a detailed brief is provided for all graphic design requests, including realistic timescales for review, amendment, and delivery
• Fully understand the various market segments for both of the companies’ divisions including B2C and B2B customers, stakeholders, residents, and service users
• Support and nurture your key internal and external relationships through very regular face to face and telephone conferencing
• Take personal responsibility for and manage your personal and professional development using the company personal development plans and all available training and resource materials

The Person

• Planning and organisation skills to manage expectations
• Project management skills to juggle several requests
• Time management skills to deliver to deadline
• Team player but not easily distracted
• Keen eye for detail in order to produce error free artwork
• Advanced skills in Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator

Benefits to you

• Salary up to £35,000
• Excellent working environment
• 25 Days Holiday
• Free Parking

Job Description

Our client a leading UK supplier of promotional products and branded merchandise,  are currently looking to expand their successful, ever growing sales team.

If you are an experienced Sales Executive, looking to take on a new challenging and exciting role within a professional and well established company, call us ASAP!

The Role

• Answering the telephone
• Preparing quotes
• Contacting clients to ensure the quote is received and to offer additional services
• Arranging PDF artwork Visuals & samples.
• Following up on samples
• Any other duties that contribute to becoming a successful sales person
• Converting quotes into orders
• Calling clients to check all order details are correct before processing the order
• Checking stock levels
• Checking deadlines can be met by suppliers
• Creating electronic and Paper Files to store client’s information regarding the order
• Entering the correct data onto the system with accurately reflects the status of orders
• Liaising with clients and making them aware of the order progress
• Processing orders that have been passed over to you by your team member
• Calling clients to check all order details are correct before processing the order
• Checking deadlines can be met by suppliers
• Creating electronic and Paper Files to store client’s information regarding the order
• Entering the correct data onto the system with accurately reflects the status of orders
• Sending purchase orders and artwork files to suppliers
• Checking order acknowledgments from suppliers to ensure all information is correct and matches our order details
• Checking artwork proofs before sending to client for their approval
• Checking on order status to ensure smooth running of orders to avoid any issues
• Contacting clients once the order has been delivered to ensure they are happy with the items
• Arranging PDF artwork Visuals representations to help win orders
• Arranging for product samples to be sent out to clients

The Person

• Excellent organization skills
• Good communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced office environment
• Must be a team player
• Ability to work on your own initiative

Benefits to you

• £22,000 basic salary with an OTE of £25,000 within your first year.
• 22 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Free car parking on site
• Monday – Friday – 8.30am-5.30pm

Job Description

Our Colchester based client, a luxury hotel and dining venue, is seeking a Housekeeper Supervisor to join their team on a full time, permanent basis.

You will be in a customer facing environment so will require a friendly and warm personality, ensuring all company procedures are followed accurately and efficiently.

The Role

• To ensure the smooth operation of all areas of the Housekeeping department – making sure that the Hotel is cleaned & maintained to a high standard for guests.
• General housekeeping and laundry service for rooms and cleaning of the communal areas of the hotel
• Replenishing supplies in all areas of the hotel
• Assisting with any guest queries
• Checking bedrooms and ensuring that they are cleaned and given back to Reception on time and up to the hotel standard.

The Person

• Previous experience as a Housekeeping Supervisor
• Good management and leadership skills
• Good organisational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Previous 3 to 5 star (4 red star) experience in a hotel environment would be advantageous
• Able to work well alone and as part of a small team
• Excellent team work, flexibility and communication skills
• Be well presented and smart in appearance
• Ability to multitask, problem solve and cope well in a busy environment
• Will be customer facing at times so needs a friendly, outgoing and approachable personality

The position is working 40 hours a week and shift patterns include:

• 7am – 3pm
• 10am – 6pm
• 3pm – 11pm
• 2pm – 10pm
• 9am – 5pm

Benefits to you

• 40 hour week
• £8.21 per hour

Job Description

Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience in Management Information?

We are seeking an MI Analyst to join our client as a key member of their Operations Team within the outsourced service sector of the business.

You will be working alongside colleagues to deliver a range of reports and data processes to a portfolio of high-profile clients across media, travel, charity and marketing sectors.

The Role

• Be able to design, create, improve and update operational MI suites as needed
• Contribute to enhancing the functionality of existing reports to increase efficiency and effectiveness
• Maintenance and production of the current BAU reporting schedules
• Develop real-time, daily analytical reporting for departmental managers
• Analysis of service data to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Identify more effective methods of data management and the production of MI

The Person

• Advanced Excel skills
• An analytical mind-set with the ability to see solutions rather than problems
• Highly numerate and IT literate
• Autonomous with ability to manage own workload to meet tight deadlines
• Good communication skills and able to present data in a user friendly way to all levels of the organisation
• Play an active part as a team member, supporting colleagues and contributing ideas
• At least 1 years’ experience in a similar role
• Working knowledge of MS Visual Basic would be advantageous
• Previous experience of working with contact centre MI

Benefits to you

• Competitive salary range of £21-24k
• 40 hours per week
• The role is 40 hours per week, with the successful candidate being flexible between the hours of 07.00 – 17.30
• Perk box
• Team social events

Job Description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen with our client based near the Northern Approach in Colchester.

The successful candidate will organise and coordinate the entire order process from initial enquiry to manufacture and finally providing outstanding after care. You will be able to retain information easily, have a professional telephone manner and the ability to work well in a team.

The Role

• Checking order to ensure no mistakes before production arrive
• Checking supplier confirmations for products against orders
• Coordinating deliveries from suppliers and to customers on a daily basis
• Organising reject notes for products that are damaged or incorrect
• Organising returns process – reject notes, arrangement with supplier for goods to be returned and ensure credits are received
• Liaising with office and factory staff
• Learn to read and understand plans
• Learning kitchen products and ranges
• General housekeeping in the office and kitchen
• Filing faxing and answering phones
• Weekly invoicing
• Preparing and distributing daily plans

The Person

• Basic geographical knowledge
• Organised
• Excellent communication skills
• Trustworthy and willing to learn a new industry
• Interest in design and learning to read plans

Benefits to you

• 9am – 5.30pm Monday to Friday
• Competitive Salary £16,000 – £18,000
• Pension
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Full clean driving licence and access to your own transport
• Full Training will be provided on site

Job Description

Our Colchester based client, a luxury hotel and dining venue, is seeking a Housekeeper to join their team on a full time, permanent basis.

You will be in a customer facing environment so will require a friendly and warm personality, ensuring all company procedures are followed accurately and efficiently.

You will be working 40 hours per week on a rota that includes the following shifts:

• 7am – 3pm
• 9am – 5pm
• 10am – 6pm
• 2pm – 10pm
• 3pm – 11pm

The Role

• General housekeeping and laundry service for rooms and cleaning of the communal areas of the hotel
• Replenishing supplies in all areas of the hotel
• Assisting with any guest queries

The Person

• Previous 3 to 5 star (4 red star) experience in a hotel environment would be advantageous
• Able to work well alone and as part of a small team
• Excellent team work, flexibility and communication skills
• Be well presented and smart in appearance
• Ability to multitask, problem solve and cope well in a busy environment
• Will be customer facing at times so needs a friendly, outgoing and approachable personality

Benefits to you

• £8.21 per hour
• Working within a luxury hotel environment
• Easily Accessible by public transport
• Temporary to permanent opportunity

Job Description

Our client based in Witham are seeking a Sales Executive to join their team, you must be fluent in both Italian and English, be extremely motivated and have a proven record hitting sales targets.

The Role

• Generating sales by calling inbound leads, campaign follow-up and face to face
• Responsible for selling a variety of merchant products and services to new customers
• Hitting sales targets
• 2-3 years in either telesales or field sales
• Experience in selling merchant services is desirable but not essential

The Person

• Must drive due to location
• Multilingual (Fluency in Italian and English is essential)

Benefits to you

• Following successful completion of training, you will have the option to work from home
• £22,000 basic salary plus an OTE of £46,000 in your first year
• Free parking
• Full training provided
• Temporary – Permanent position
• Weekly pay for your first 3 months

If you have the right attitude and are willing to work hard and achieve targets set, then get in touch now!

Job Description

Our large Colchester based client are currently seeking Catering Staff to join their ever-expanding team. Working on a temporary to permanent basis, this is an excellent opportunity for a hardworking and dedicated individual who wants to the opportunity to progress within a world leading company.

The Role

• To assist as directed with all vegetable and raw material preparation, bespoke packaging and labelling
• Assist as directed with assemble, decanting, production and chilling products
• As directed help with the preparation, assembly and packaging of high-risk perishable products
• To assist as directed with the preparation, and packaging of meat products
• Operate, strip, clean, and machine setting of all equipment in a safe manner
• Ensure all work areas are kept clean and tidy
• To strictly follow and adhere to all factory Hygiene and Cleaning procedures
• Correct wearing of PPE in line with CPU requirements at all times
• Keep accurate records as required for any given activity with the CPU
• To follow all company procedures with respect to food safety, quality and health & safety standards
• Report all faulty equipment to your line manager, report dangerous working practices and occurrences

The Person

• Be fully flexible to the needs of the CPU
• Previous experience within catering would be ideal
• Interest of progressing your career within the hospitality industry
• Be prepared to go through a full security screening

Benefits to you

• Competitive salary £7.38 to £7.83 per hour
• Free parking
• Excellent progression opportunities

Job Description

An exciting job opportunity has arisen for an experienced legal secretary with strong family law experience on an on-going basis.

The Role

• Being responsible for providing full file/caseload management for a dedicated portfolio.
• Drafting legal documents.
• Updating and filing client records.
• Providing regular updates for clients.
• Managing multiple diaries.
• Taking phone calls.
• Scheduling meetings.
• Diary and meeting management.
• Processing Legal aid.

The Person

• Audio and copy typing.
• Previous diary management experience.
• Confident and presentable.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Solid family experience in a reputable firm.

Benefits to you

• Monday – Friday working hours.
• £9 to £11 per hour depending on experience.

Job Description

This is an excellent opportunity for a Residential Property Lawyer to join a highly respected Legal firm. With growth of over 20% in the last year and a similar level of growth predicted for this year, their Residential Property team are seeking to recruit two new members. They currently have an opportunity in both their Felixstowe and Hadleigh offices for an enthusiastic Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer who has sound experience in a respected firm.

The Role

Working closely with major house builders, established local estate agents and private individuals, this is a fantastic opportunity to join an expanding firm, gain valuable experience and contribute to their friendly team.

The Person

• You will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience of managing your own caseload, from taking instructions to post-completion.
• Be competent in handling residential conveyancing matters;
• Be able to prioritize their workload to ensure the delivery of excellent client care;
• Be a flexible team player;
• Take part in business development initiatives;
• Possess excellent communications skills;
• Have a strong record of meeting or exceeding agreed goals and targets.

Benefits to you

• Both positions are full time, working from 9.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday
• Competitive salary package
• Excellent benefits

Job Description

Our client installs automatic door entry systems and equipment for automatic, gates, doors and garages. They are currently recruiting for a Field Service Engineer to join the team with an immediate start available.

The Role

• Travelling the country installing door access controls on both domestic and commercial premises.
• Servicing of equipment on site.
• Staying away on occasion.

The Person

• To be considered for the role, you will have a mix of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Skills and will have come from a similar background in door access controls.
• If not Fire/Burglar Alarm experience would be ideal.
• Applicants may be considered outside of this if they have good mechanical or electrical experience gained in other environments.

CSCS Card is advantageous.

Benefits to you

• Expenses paid for stay away trips
• 40 hour standard week with all overtime paid at the equivalent hourly rate.
• Travel time paid.
• Use of company van.
• Provision of company tools.
• Competitive salary of up to £30k DOE

Job Description

Are you a qualified mortgage advisor looking for a new challenge? Want to work with one of the UK’s biggest Online Estate Agent’s?

With a huge increase in demand our client is growing their team in order to manage all new incoming opportunities.

Based in Colchester town centre, working from their stunning office this is a great opportunity for anyone that holds CeMAP 1,2 and 3! Offering a very competitive basic of £24,000 to £30,000 with an OTE of up to £70,000, this is really a great chance for an employed advisor to join their team.

The Role

• Telephone based advice servicing all of the company’s in-house referrals. 
• Sourcing the right mortgages from over 90 Lenders and protection products from a great panel of suppliers.
• Helping & guiding clients through the mortgage process.
• Feeding back to & coaching colleagues
• Having input with the operations team to help them constantly improve their service and referral levels.
• Provide exceptional levels of customer service & maintaining outstanding client relationships.
• Achieving/Exceeding all agreed role targets & KPIs. 

The Person

CeMap 1,2 & 3 essential.

Experience in the whole mortgage and protection market would be preferable but not essential. 

Proven track record working within a targeted environment.

Managing a busy-workload and working to deadlines.

Highly motivated individual with proven track record of success. 

Excellent communication skills; written & verbal.

Benefits to you

• Basic £24,000 – £30,000 pa (DOE)
• Realistic OTE £50 – £75,000 in the 1st year

Job Description

Our award-winning Colchester based client are currently seeking a Sales Progressor to join their team. Having quickly become one of “Europe’s Fastest Growing companies of 2018” the Sales Progressor will liaise with Solicitors, Estate Agents and Vendors on a daily basis to ensure the smooth sale of their properties and providing support and guidance along the way!

The Role

• Work within a motivated and experienced team of Sale Progressors
• Liaise with Solicitors, Estate Agents, Vendors and Purchasers
• Collate information and appropriate documentation to ensure swift progression of the sale
• Deliver outstanding customer service providing regular updates to the customer
• Complete vendor and purchaser due diligence
• Achieve company targets

The Person

• An experienced Sales Progressor with a demonstrable track record of working within a Sales Progression role.
• Strong Communication and Customer Service skills
• Positive can-do attitude
• Ownership and Accountability with effective case management skills
• Ability to forge relationships and nurture opportunities
• Good knowledge of legislation effecting the operation of property sales
• Upselling additional services

Benefits to you

• £18,500k – £20k DOE plus bonus
• 30 days annual leave (inc. bank holidays), increasing by 1 day per completed year of service (up to a maximum of three years)
• Full training
• Opportunity to be part of an exciting, fast-growing company
• Based in bright and spacious new modern offices in the heart of Colchester.
• Monday to Friday typically 9- 5:30 with one Saturday a month and a day off in lieu the following week.
• Travel discounts

Job Description

The Role

• Being responsible for providing full file/caseload management for a dedicated portfolio.
• Drafting legal documents.
• Updating and filing client records.
• Providing regular updates for clients.
• Managing multiple diaries.
• Taking phone calls.
• Scheduling meetings.
• Diary and meeting management.

The Person

• Audio and copy typing.
• Previous diary management experience.
• Confident and presentable.
• Excellent organisational skills.

Benefits to you

• Monday – Friday working hours.
• £9.00 – £10.00 per hour.

At The GBN Group Ltd/ta Pyramid Recruitment Services we would love to provide feedback to every applicant that submits an application to our advert, however this is not always achievable due to the high volumes of applications we receive. We kindly ask that if you have not heard back from us within five days of submitting an application to note your application, on this occasion, has not been successful. The GBN Group Ltd/ta Pyramid Recruitment Services are acting as an employment agency for the advertised role. The GBN Group Ltd/ta Pyramid Recruitment Services team of consultants are all experts in their field of recruitment, these include, but not exclusively, engineering, back office staff, management, sales and temporary staffing solutions. The GBN Group Ltd/ta Pyramid Recruitment Services team has a number of years’ experience helping find the right positions for their candidates and the right people for their clients. The consultants are all passionate about delivering a professional and efficient service. With a centrally located office in Colchester we are well equipped to assist with staffing requirements (both temporary and permanent) throughout Essex and Suffolk, across a wide range of sectors.