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An opportunity has arisen for an Estimator with2-3 years of experience to join a well-established design agency, providing bespoke solutions from concept through to delivery.
As an Estimator, you will be preparing estimates, sourcing materials, and ensuring projects are delivered cost-effectively.
This full-time role offers salary range of £35,000 - £36,000 and benefits.
You must be able to read and interpret product drawings to determine required materials and processes.
You will be responsible for:
* Managing enquiries and costing schedules.
* Producing cost estimates using in-house systems.
* Preparing quotations and liaising with third-party suppliers.
* Reviewing and challenging design concepts to improve cost efficiency and feasibility.
* Assisting in value engineering to maximise profitability.
* Attending internal meetings and contributing technical input where required.
* Monitoring project budgets and analysing post-project margins.
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked an as Estimator, Cost estimator, Projector estimator, Estimating engineer, Estimating Assistant, Technical Estimator, Costing engineer, Commercial Estimator, Costing Analyst, Buyer, Procurement Specialist, Purchaser, Purchasing Officer or in a similar role.
* Possess 2-3 years of industry experience or Degree in Design.
* Must be able to read and interpret product drawings to determine required materials and processes
* Experience in subcontract sourcing both domestically and globally.
* Background in purchasing and negotiation.
* Strong understanding of a wide range of materials including timber, metal, and plastics.
* Familiarity with mixed manufacturing processes ideally mixed medium (timber, metal, plastics).
What's on offer:
* Competitive salary
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Apply today for this excellent opportunity to develop your career with a forward-thinking organisation.
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For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
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Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: East London, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £36000 Per Annum
Posted: 2025-09-15 15:13:00
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Position: Head of Department Residential Property
Location: Liverpool
Salary: DOE
Hybrid working available
Overview:
Our client, a highly regarded and forward-thinking legal services provider, is seeking an experienced and inspiring legal leader to join their Residential Property division.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic legal professional to play a key leadership role in a fast-evolving, client-centric business.
Youll be at the forefront of driving service excellence, team development, and operational performance.
The Role:
As Head of Legal Services, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional legal services tailored to client needs, ensuring full compliance with both internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
Representing the firm as a true ambassador, you will promote its services with professionalism and integrity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide inspirational leadership across the department, fostering a culture of empowerment, accountability, and high performance.
- Develop and maintain open, effective communication channels within and across teams, building a cohesive, collaborative working environment.
- Lead your team through ongoing change as the property market and business processes evolve, ensuring clarity, engagement, and alignment with company goals.
- Champion a strong client-first culture, balancing legal excellence with a focus on the customer experience.
- Drive continuous improvement by turning complaints into opportunities for learning and service enhancement, working closely with the Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP).
- Leverage internal technical expertise and reporting tools to support operational decision-making and ensure the team is resourced effectively and efficiently.
- Collaborate with the Finance team to maintain accurate 12-month forecasts and align staffing levels with business needs.
- Build strong internal and external relationships to enhance service delivery and grow the client base.
Candidate Profile:
- Qualified Solicitor, CILEX, or Licensed Conveyancer
- Minimum of 4 years PQE
- Proven leadership and management experience within a legal environment
- Strong people management, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Commercially aware with a strategic mindset and ability to network effectively
- Committed to delivering excellent client service and driving team development
Whats on Offer:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Employee referral bonus scheme
- Health cash plan fully covered
- Company pension scheme
- Death in service benefit
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Hybrid/flexible working options with full home office setup provided
- Unlimited access to professional development via the in-house training academy
If this role sounds of interest call Rebecca on 0151 2301 208 or send across your up to date CV to r.davies@clayton-legal.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Liverpool,England
Start: 10/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £60000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-10 14:08:04
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Responsibilities:
To carry out statutory reviews under the Housing Act 1996, Part VI, and VII of the Housing Act as amended.
To provide reports and statistics about the reviews function and support any service improvement initiatives.
To manage an extensive caseload of reviews and appeals and ensure the investigation and response to these is high quality and within legal deadlines.
To liaise with medical team, customers, solicitors, housing providers, advocates and agencies to ensure cases are thoroughly investigated.
To make complex robust decisions and recommendations on casework undertaken in the Housing Options Service, including to overturn and uphold decisions and service practice.
To respond to a high level of complex complaints.
Investigating the issues and responding on the full range of issues raised.
Ensure enquiries into complaints are comprehensive and apply relevant legislation, caselaw and policy but also show sensitivity to households needs.
To research and draft thorough responses to the Local Government Ombudsman as requested and to ensure all information requested by the Ombudsman is made available.
To provide an excellent customer care service which promotes a positive image by phone or any other method of communications.
To raise customer care concerns about the service which emerge as a result of reviews in the Housing Options management team.
To promote a housing options approach to service delivery, maximising homelessness prevention and the take up of a range of effective solutions to meet housing need.
To thoroughly investigate complaints from members and senior managers and where necessary to carry out interviews and home visits to gather information.
To liaise closely with the Legal Department to provide instructions, agree decisions, discuss matters of law and interpretation, request counsels' advice, draft statements and affidavits and attend court wherever necessary.
From time to time to deal with requests for information under the Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act and to be aware of the requirements of the legislation and Lewisham practice.
Input all data, make detailed case notes and update progress on reviews on all IT systems
To record and monitor all complaints, enquiries, reviews and appeals being dealt with.
To produce reports on areas of bad practice, training needs, lack of process or procedures arising out of the review or complaint cases and recommend service improvements, changes to procedures and working practices.
To assist in the identification and addressing of training needs in the service.
To undertake training as required, e.g.
on new legislation or new technology.
To be the lead officer within housing needs to share new developments and best practice.
Carry out own administration function and provide all information and data as requested by managers dealing with correspondence, maintain records and produce reports as necessary.
To participate in project groups as required and provide information and feedback in the development of annual service and work-plans within the Homelessness Service.
To ensure the achievement of all performance targets relating to reviews and appeals and allocated enquiries and complaints.
Required:
Experience writing S202 Reviews
Extensive knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 as amended and related legislation and caselaw.
Knowledge of related social welfare, human rights and immigration legislation.
Knowledge of review procedures.
Experience of managing a caseload.
Experience of undertaking dealing with statutory homelessness and reviews of decisions under the Housing Act 1996.
Experience of dealing with members of the public in sometimes stressful situations where their expectations cannot always be met.
Experience of achieving performance targets and departmental objectives.
Experience of training, support and mentoring staff.
Experience of excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to explain complex legislation so it is easily understood by diverse range of customers.
Experiencing of prioritising competing demands in a pressurised environment, recognize service priorities.
If interested, please submit CV and call Varsha on 02036913890 between 9am to 4pm (Mon to Fri) ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Lewisham, England
Salary / Rate: £20.50 - £21.50 per hour
Posted: 2025-09-10 10:12:32
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An opportunity has arisen for an Estimator to join a well-established design agency, providing bespoke solutions from concept through to delivery.
As an Estimator, you will be preparing estimates, sourcing materials, and ensuring projects are delivered cost-effectively.
This full-time role offers salary range of £28,000 - £32,000 and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Managing enquiries and costing schedules.
* Producing cost estimates using in-house systems.
* Preparing quotations and liaising with third-party suppliers.
* Reviewing and challenging design concepts to improve cost efficiency and feasibility.
* Assisting in value engineering to maximise profitability.
* Attending internal meetings and contributing technical input where required.
* Monitoring project budgets and analysing post-project margins.
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked an as Estimator, Cost estimator, Projector estimator, Estimating engineer, Estimating Assistant, Technical Estimator, Costing engineer, Commercial Estimator, Costing Analyst, Buyer, Procurement Specialist, Purchaser, Purchasing Officer or in a similar role.
* Possess 2-3 years of industry experience or Degree in Design.
* Experience in subcontract sourcing both domestically and globally.
* Background in purchasing and negotiation.
* Strong understanding of a wide range of materials including timber, metal, and plastics.
* Familiarity with mixed manufacturing processes ideally mixed medium (timber, metal, plastics).
What's on offer:
* Competitive salary
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Apply today for this excellent opportunity to develop your career with a forward-thinking organisation.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: East London, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £28000 - £32000 Per Annum
Posted: 2025-08-26 17:18:26
