Vacancies

L1776 Construction Economist (Contract)

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Salary: £40,000
Location: Holborn
Position: Management
Posted: 03/07/2009
Type: Contract
Ref: LON6034

Our client is a major international construction company looking to employ a bright, resourceful and highly capable economist (for 7 months to cover maternity leave), who will be based in their London office. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the wider research team to deliver immediate information requirements and longer-term projects, in particular the role will involve close collaboration with the Head of Cost Research and the Head of Professional Development. Overall Purpose of the post:
This short term role will focus on the provision of tactical economic intelligence as part of a wider construction cost research team. The specialist construction economist function delivers the following roles:The maintenance of an economics knowledge base;Focused economic briefing through weekly newsletters and position papers;Market intelligence support for sector-based and international business planning;Specialist input into the further development of construction market and cost information sources and forecasting tools produced by PD. The successful candidate will be involved in providing advice to clients, in connection with development projects, regulatory review and other areas where market advice is required.
The Team:
This role is part of a specialist construction research team based in within the London Head office. The research team has a national reputation as a centre of excellence for applied market intelligence in the construction industry. The research outputs of the team are widely disseminated via the technical press and self-publication.
The Cost Research team is part of a larger Professional Development team focused on research, information services, knowledge, and best practice.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the wider research team to deliver immediate information requirements and longer-term projects. In particular the role will involve close collaboration with the Head of Cost Research and the Head of Professional Development.
Full support from an on-site Information Centre is available.

Summary of duties:
Regular monitoring of indicators of economic and construction activity in support of the construction forecasting process. In particular, this will involve a project to rationalise the capture of and access to economic indicators together with the development of a leading indicator dashboard;
The contribution to commentaries on economic trends for both internal and external circulation – specifically, the successful candidate will provide support through data collection etc;
Support to business planning through the provision of focused market intelligence, building on existing sector-based and geographical studies;
Provision of specialist support to projects and clients, including market commentaries and some project specific analysis;
Contributing to research commissions on behalf of clients including:
Regulatory ReviewMarket analysisEconomic Forecasting
Experience:
The successful candidate is expected to be able to demonstrate experience in the capture, analysis and interpretation of national and industry-level activity, demand and price data. The candidate should also be able to demonstrate a track-record in the development and maintenance of libraries of economic indicators.
Specific experience in the Construction sector is not required.
Qualifications:
A relevant first degree or masters degree is required.Additional information:
The current Construction Economist is based in Dubai. Whilst it is not anticipated that this role will involve extensive travel, the candidate must be capable of working remotely during the initial handover period. Line management will based in London.
An opportunity for a 1 to 1 briefing with the current Construction Economist will be provided
Our client is committed to promoting and developing our people from within and our forecasted growth means that clear opportunities for progression exists within the organisation.

L1774 Secretary

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Salary: £21,000
Location: Westminster
Position: Secretarial
Posted: 30/06/2009
Type: Permanent Full Time
Ref: L1774

Our client is a
central government office looking for an experienced secretary to work under
the direction of the Personal Assistant; you will assist in providing full secretarial support
to the team. Predominately the job involves responding to letters, however also
includes handling telephone calls, preparation and circulation of rotas and
briefing materials for engagements and management of the Teams’ diary.

Main Duties

To prepare letters in response to mail
received.
To assist in providing full secretarial
support to the team, including handling telephone calls, mail handling,
preparation and circulation of rotas and briefing materials for engagements and
management of the teams’ diary.
To assist the team, as directed.
To undertake other duties as directed,
including deputising for the Personal Assistant during her absence on leave,
etc.

Person Experience

Have excellent
secretarial experience and happy to work with a PA.
Be able to work
well as a member of a supportive team, but also use initiative and work without
close supervision.
Be experienced in
maintaining computer databases and have a high standard of computer literacy
with knowledge of Word and Excel.
Have strong
communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to liaise effectively
with people at all levels.
Be able to
demonstrate good organisational skills, attention to detail, common sense and
self-motivation.
Have a typing
speed of 60 w.p.m.
Good grammar with excellent letter writing skills.

L1771 Telesales Executive

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Salary: Up to £20,000
Location: City
Position: Sales
Posted: 30/06/2009
Type: Permanent Full Time
Ref: L1771

This Events and Conference Organisation based close to London Bridge are looking for Telesales administrators.

Sales experience is not essential but the candidate must have a passion for wanting to work in sales. Our clients is basically looking for someone with good research skills, good working knowledge of Outlook and Excel essential and someone who can think "outside the box".

A certain minimum of quality calls per day need to be done and to follow up those calls with the appropriate fax or e-mail. The minimum will be set by the MD.
Call backs are to be recorded in database and are to be actioned when the client requested the callback to happen
Accurate client history is to be recorded on the database of past conversations with the potential delegate
Work to deadlines set by the MD
Ensure the highest level of quality and customer care is offered to potential clients and current customers
In order for commission to be paid all sales must be attributed to the correct sales person
Correct marketing codes must be used to ensure accurate reporting takes place
Keeping and updating an accurate record of sales achieved on a day-to-day basis
To follow up all inbound enquiries made which are relevant to conference sectors
A full brief should be obtained from the conference producer concerning the subject matter of the conference.
Once data is within the Telesales department, it is the Telesales executive’s responsibility to start the sales campaign
Attend and prepare for team meetings when requested
Provide with an accurate breakdown at the end of every conference of information as requested by the MD
There are 8 people in the telesales dept. Hours of work are 9 to 5.30. Dress code smart/casual (no jeans or trainers) and every Friday is dress down day!

Starting salary will be up to 20k depending on calibre of candidate and 20 days holiday.

OTE would typically be between 30-35k. Wages are paid on a monthly basis.

L1753 Land Broker

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Salary: OTE first year £80,0000
Location: City
Position: Sales
Posted: 30/06/2009
Type: Permanent Full Time
Ref: L1753

LAND BROKER – Experienced - trainee position also available.

City based land brokerage is seeking an experienced dealer for its sales floor.

Applicants must possess:

A proven track record within land sales or a similar product.
Confidence in their own ability to sell high value products to investors.
The ability to remain calm and professional in a fast paced, pressurised environment.
First class communication skills.
A real closer and hunger for financial success.

You will be rewarded with:

Superb 10-20% commission and full lead generation of active investors and administrational support.

You will be working for a fantastic company in the city. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate.

L1739 PA

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Salary: £27,000 to £30,000 £14.50 per hour
Location: Westminster
Position: Secretarial
Posted: 30/06/2009
Type: Temp To Perm
Ref: L1739

Our client is a small charity working with members of the Houses of Parliament, Whitehall, and universities. Based in Central London the ideal candidate will be used to dealing at a senior level in a very small team. Happy to multi task and be have proven experience in event organisation and basic bookkeeping.
You will have a good knowledge of Word, Excel, Database Management and some experience of desktop publishing.
The tasks of the Senior PA include:

Full secretarial support for the Chief Executive including diary management;
Event organisation and administration (around 15 dinners/discussions, 3 workshops);
Processing of invitations, confirmation of attendance, preparing formal invitations, name cards, programme, meeting and greeting at the event, two-page summary preparation. Around three times a year a mailing of over 1300 contacts is made;
Research for dinner/discussion meetings to identify guests;
Administration of the office;
Page layout for the Newsletter using Pagemaker;
Data processing, page layout, and printing for the annual Salary Survey;
Assisting the editor of the Journal, when required;
Management of the Members Database including invoicing for subscriptions;
Bookkeeping for the Foundation - raising invoices and processing receipts;
Back-up management of the IT system;
Other tasks to ensure the smooth running of the Foundation and a quality image to the members and others served.

Please note this role will not start until September 2009

L1752 Senior Sales Executive - Flemish speaking

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 & OTE
Position: Sales
Posted: 29/06/2009
Type: Permanent Full Time
Ref: L1752

Industry: Finance Software
Location: Liège, Belgium
Languages: Flemish speaking

Function: National

Excellent compensation plan: Consisting of a competitive base salary plus upside based on defined KPI’s and
revenue targets. Outstanding benefits and opportunity for career development within a pan european market
leader.

Senior Sales Executive - Software Solution Private Wealth Management

REPORTING STRUCTURE:
Reporting
directly to the CEO who is based in Liège

TRAVEL: 70 percentage within the UK and regular fortnightly to European office.

POSITION SUMMARY: National Senior Level Sales Executive who will be responsible for account identification, qualification, proposal generation, pilot contract negotiation and closure. Working closely with board level directors and the London city based business development team.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Our client is looking for a seasoned sales executive that has had a demonstrated sales track record with complex solution within a client-centric environment. They are looking for a top level performer and the compensation on offer is superb excellent package and uncapped OTE for the right individual.
Financial software is not critical but will add gravitas to your initial application.
Sales success in the technology space or business information arena is key.
A successful sales track record selling solutions to F500 companies.
The successful candidate will ideally have expertise in selling to Wealth Management adviser, Fund Managers. New business sales experience is a must, with critical focus on research, first contact and client facing activity.
5 plus years of successful complex solution sales and business development experience in the F500 space.
A successful track record at establishing and nurturing senior level executive relationships with clients.
Entrepreneurial and a strategic thinker with the imagination and foresight to conceptualise new sales and business development opportunities, plus the ability to work closely with Senior Management within and during the sales cycle, to improve communication and fluidity.
Experience within a start up solution environment would be advantageous.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop a pipeline of new sales opportunities and continue to grow revenues to exceed targets.
Develop and maintain superior customer relationships and ensure customer service levels are first class.
An orientation toward customer advocacy is critical.

Full on-going support and training will underpin your success within this innovative and groundbreaking
organisation within asset management.

L1767 Legal PA

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Salary: Up to £28,000pa
Location: West End
Position: Secretarial
Posted: 23/06/2009
Type: Permanent Full Time
Ref: L1767

A not-for-profit organisation dealing with the Medical sector are looking for a Legal PA to a Senior Manager to work in their West End offices. The PA is a member of the secretarial team working for the solicitors in the ‘in-house’ legal team of on the record solicitors, claims managers and regulatory solicitors who have conduct of active and substantial medico-legal and dental-legal caseloads. The aim of the PA work is to ensure the smooth running of their particular office, and to contribute to the smooth running of the Division, resulting in a prompt, effective and first class service. This is often made even more challenging by the confidential nature of many of the problems/queries dealt with. The PA is very much in control of the day to day running of the job. Prioritising of the work is important, as are organisational skills.

Knowledge and Skills
An understanding of medical records and medical terminology and an insight into relevant legal procedures/timetables would be advantageous.Advanced word-processing is necessary with an active knowledge of Microsoft XP and Microsoft Outlook. Audio typing (via digital dictation) is the main requirement and a minimum speed of 60 wpm is required. Some copy typing is also undertaken. Ability to create and maintain excel spreadsheets and create presentation slides.Oral and communication skills, including tact and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive information, together with a good knowledge of the English language.An ability to keep calm under pressure, courteous, tactful and diplomatic with a wide range of contacts, both internally and externally is essential. Good diary management is essential and an ability to prioritise own workload, together with Manager’s workload and the ability to run the office during their absences.The job also requires the holder to work as part of a team of colleagues, especially with other secretaries and to liaise with Solicitors etcMaintaining confidentiality is a very important aspect of working for the Manager of the Department – the Manager sometimes has to deal with issues of a sensitive nature.

L1766 Legal Secretary

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Salary: £25,000pa circa
Location: West End
Position: Secretarial
Posted: 23/06/2009
Type: Permanent Full Time
Ref: L1766

A not-for-profit organisation dealing with the Medical sector are looking for a Legal Secretary to work in their West End offices. The secretary provides secretarial, administrative and communicative support to the Claims Manager, with the object of providing an efficient and reliable legal service. This includes efficient and timely responses to members’ queries, a high standard of customer care, and to assist generally in the work of the Division as required and as directed by the Senior Secretary. The secretary is expected to help out other secretaries in the team in order to ensure that the work of the solicitors and claims managers is dealt with effectively and efficiently.
The secretary is very much in control of the day to day running of her own job. Prioritising of the work is important, as are organisational skills. All telephone calls for the Claims Manager come via the secretary who will screen the calls to establish whether she herself can deal with the matter, or will need to pass the caller on.

Knowledge/Skills
A good working knowledge of legal terminology and the layout of documents is essential.Advanced word-processing is necessary with an active knowledge of Microsoft XP and Microsoft Outlook. Audio typing (via digital dictation) is the main requirement and a minimum speed of 60 wpm is required. Some copy typing is also undertaken. The secretary may also be required to draft certain letters/documents herself.Oral and communication skills, including tact and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive information, together with a good knowledge of the English language.An ability to keep calm under pressure, courteous, tactful and diplomatic with a wide range of contacts, both internally and externally is essential. Good diary management is essential and an ability to prioritise own workload, together with Claims Manager’s workload and the ability to run the office during their absences.The job also requires the holder to work as part of a team with her colleagues, especially with other legal secretaries and to liaise with Solicitors etc when necessary.

L1760 Part Time Office Manager/PA to Executive Director (Maternity Cover)

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Salary: Up to £28,000
Location: Green Park
Position: Management
Posted: 15/06/2009
Type: Contract
Ref: L1760

Our client is a membership organisation based in Green Park, they are dedicated to the education and training needs of professionals in their industry. They offer a range of internationally recognised qualifications and the training to support them, either through direct instruction or distance learning. They are looking for a part time Office Manager/PA to work a 3 day week (preferably Tue, Wed and Thur) to oversee the smooth running of the HQ offices and to provide a supporting role to the Executive Director and act as the point of contact in the absence of the Executive Director. This is a maternity cover contract that will last up to 12 months (to start the beginning of August).
Specific Responsibilities
Provide a full support service to the Executive Director. Facilitate ad hoc support and services to the officers of the organisation as requiredAct as Assistant Secretary to the Council (Executive Director is Secretary) Produce a members handbook published annuallyEnsure that the office is supported by the appropriate systems and telecoms supportManage the letting of the second and third floor flats and maximise incomeOversee the Awards and Scholarship processes – non-exam related awards as directed by Executive Director. Liaison with Training &; Exams Manager with regards to the exams related awardsMaintain up to date publicity, media packs and promotional materialAttend SRC meeting as HQ representative Management of organisations presence at overseas conferences and exhibitionsMonitor diary of section events and offer help to publicise and promoteProvide point of contact/liaison with the In-House Designer, together with provision of support for the preferred design packageProvide cover for all company absence through holiday, sickness, together with providing cover for peak-activity for all departmentsProvide general cover to all departments as directed by the Executive Director
The client is looking for someone to provide a safe pair of hands, mature outlook, used to medium/long term contract work, able to demonstrate a great degree of flexibility and initiative.
Proficient in all Microsoft packages Touch typist Excellent proof reader Good telephone manner Smartly presented and positive demeanour
They will be paying up to £28,000 (pro rata), with 25 days holiday (plus 3 allocated at companies discretion) (Pro rata) – excluding Bank Holidays. 3 Days a week, hours are 0900 – 1700 Tuesday to Thursday.

L1754 Chief Executive

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Salary: € 150 to 160.000 bonus & sales comm
Location: Europe
Position: Management
Posted: 09/06/2009
Type: Permanent Full Time
Ref: L1754

Our client delivers to private wealth advisers and asset managers a range of groundbreaking analytics. They are bedded in robust financial applications and move technology from automating the portfolio allocation process to a client-centric investment management system. They design innovative technical solutions that are fully compliant with a wide range of managerial and regulatory requirements.

The company currently employs over 15 staff at their offices in Belgium, Luxembourg, and the United Kingdom. Through established partnerships and alliances program, they also operate in Switzerland, France, and the Netherlands.

CEO – Based in Belgium

The ‘CEO reports to the ‘Board of Directors’.

Sales and Marketing represents a focal point for go-to-market strategy, co-ordination and management. The CEO is the central resource for information, pricing, strategic approach, sale development, relationship with some big clients and enablement needs and coordination.

Therefore they need someone with strong leading capacities, someone willing to pull and motivate the rest of the team. They are looking for a strong-minded person, who can work in team, who has excellent communication skills, who is highly motivated and who has strong organisation talents.

Tasks:

Provide centralised go-to-market strategy, co-ordination and management
Responsible for go-to-market activities for all products and solutions for the financial sector and other.
Continuous communication and negotiations with partners and suppliers to assure optimal competitive solutions for distribution.
Identification and development of outbound demand generation and channel programs (promotions, advertising, PR activities…)
Drive growth and support of our client’s products.
Identify, develop and propose strategies and tactics to minimize channel conflict, competitive pressure, and missed targets/forecasts
Develop the strategy to approach the market in BeNeLux, UK, France Switzerland and US.
Drive the P&;L of the company.
Drive the financial plan &; the business plan.

2. Responsibilities:

Direct and control his/her staff to ensure that they are appropriately motivated and trained and carry out their responsibilities to the required standards.
Full P&;L responsibilities on the business as well as on expanding significantly the business.
Identification and development of outbound demand generation and channel programs (= distribution network)
Full responsibilities for the strategic development.
Full Legal responsibilities for the following countries: Belgian, Netherlands and Luxembourg.

3. Qualifications

Degrees and experience

Basic requirements:

Business or Marketing University Degree, MBA preferred OR Engineering BS/MBA combination
10 to 13+ years experience in a sales and marketing organisation for financial sector or software sector.
Industry: Software, financial sector, financial adviser, Service.
General Management with a very strong product marketing and Financial differentiation background
Proven track record of successful sales performance
Trilingual Dutch/French and English - preferred but not essential

Needed Knowledge: (Technical knowledge required by the position)

Global perspective
Good technical financial understanding to translate technical features into key benefits and differentiators: as well as to convert key requirements into key product specifications
Ability to work closely with R&;D
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Characteristics and skills:

Able to work both independently and in team
Good communication skills
People management skills
Results-oriented, mature, innovative
Able to work under high pressure
Be a leader and be professional/ diplomatic (assertiveness)
Problem solving skills

Salary Package

Yearly Salary: up 150 to 160.000 €
Bonus per objectives and sales commission
Company car
Group insurance
Stock Option

L1751 Senior Sales Executive

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 & OTE
Location: City
Position: Sales
Posted: 04/06/2009
Type: Permanent Full Time
Ref: L1751

Industry: Finance Software

Function: National

Excellent compensation plan: Consisting of a competitive base salary plus upside based on defined KPI’s and
revenue targets. Outstanding benefits and opportunity for career development within a pan european market
leader.

Senior Sales Executive - Software Solution Private Wealth Management

REPORTING STRUCTURE: Reporting directly to London based Director, and eventually to the CEO who is
based in the central European office.

TRAVEL: 70 percentage within the UK and regular fortnightly to European office.

POSITION SUMMARY: National Senior Level Sales Executive who will be responsible for account identification, qualification, proposal generation, pilot contract negotiation and closure. Working closely with board level directors and the London city based business development team.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Our client is looking for a seasoned sales executive that has had a demonstrated sales track record with complex solution within a client-centric environment. They are looking for a top level performer and the compensation on offer is superb excellent package and uncapped OTE for the right individual.
Financial software is not critical but will add gravitas to your initial application.
Sales success in the technology space or business information arena is key.
A successful sales track record selling solutions to F500 companies.
The successful candidate will ideally have expertise in selling to Wealth Management adviser, Fund Managers. New business sales experience is a must, with critical focus on research, first contact and client facing activity.
5 plus years of successful complex solution sales and business development experience in the F500 space.
A successful track record at establishing and nurturing senior level executive relationships with clients.
Entrepreneurial and a strategic thinker with the imagination and foresight to conceptualise new sales and business development opportunities, plus the ability to work closely with Senior Management within and during the sales cycle, to improve communication and fluidity.
Experience within a start up solution environment would be advantageous.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop a pipeline of new sales opportunities and continue to grow revenues to exceed targets.
Develop and maintain superior customer relationships and ensure customer service levels are first class.
An orientation toward customer advocacy is critical.

Full on-going support and training will underpin your success within this innovative and groundbreaking
organisation within asset management.

W1735 Telemarketing Person

Mon, 18 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Salary: From £17,000pa DOE
Location: Watford
Position: Tele-Marketing
Posted: 18/05/2009
Type: Permanent Full Time
Ref: W1735

A leading software company based in the Watford area is looking for an experienced Telemarketing person who has a proven track record of contacting executives in accountancy and other professions. The role does not involve selling but is more to do with fact finding, relationship building, database entry and hopefully appointments for their sales consultants. Working hours are 9.00am-5.30pm, ie 37.5hrs, but the company would also consider people who want to work 20-25 hour per week. Salary from £17,000 depending on experience.
Skills/AttributesExcellent, confident telephone manner Proven experience of telemarketingWord, Outlook, ExcelData entry onto in-house databaseExcellent working conditions and benefits

T1623 Customer Service Representative

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Salary: £7 ph plus holiday pay Temp
Location: Watford
Position: Customer Services
Posted: 27/01/2009
Type: Temporary
Ref: T1623

Our client a large corporate in Watford are looking for Experienced Customer Service Representatives temp to perm to start ASAP. Part Time Hours
Job Role

The Customer Service Centre is responsible for handling incoming calls and correspondence and taking appropriate action to bring each contact to a satisfactory conclusion.

The position includes working on a shift basis, covering 8am to 8pm Monday - Saturday and 10am to 4pm on Sundays. They are open on Public and Bank Holidays.

Due to business commitments ALL contracts are based on flexible hours.
Main Duties

Placing telephone orders for customers

To respond to customer feedback courteously and effectively

Inputting mail orders

Accurate recording of information

Aiding customer queries

Driving sales forward

Offering alternative products

Office administration, returns catalogue requests, filing

Assisting other areas of the business

Adherence to processes and procedures

Aid colleagues in learning new processes and procedures

Participate in office activities

Take ownership of problems and seek effective solutions

To meet targets

Use in-house systems to log customer queries and action taken

Escalate a minimum number of customers’ issues to Team Managers as appropriate

Attend and contribute to team briefings and training as required

Process administration tasks accurately and within predetermined performance targets

Skills &; Experience

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Passion and experience in customer service and motivating others

Work well as part of a multi-functional team

Experience in a customer focussed retail environment

Flexible approach to working hours

Excellent ability to remain calm and positive in a pressurised environment