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Sales & Business Development Executive
Gravesham Friendly
Are you an experienced Sales and Business Development Executive seeking a fresh, exciting challenge? This is your chance to join a financially sound, long-established mutual organisation dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of its members in what is an exciting new chapter and growth phase. Company Name: Gravesham Friendly www.graveshamfriendly.co.uk Position: Sales Executive Office Location: Gravesham, Kent / Hybrid working Employment Type: Employed Full-time, Permanent Reporting To: CEO Package: Competitive base salary and generous company benefits Purpose of the Role We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Executive to join our team. This new role will work closely with the Chief Executive and wider Society team to drive growth, enhance sales strategies, and grow membership through targeted product sales. In this new role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a focused sales plan that supports our business objectives and delivers measurable results focused on Kent and its surrounding areas. What We’re Look ... show more
Are you an experienced Sales and Business Development Executive seeking a fresh, exciting challenge? This is your chance to join a financially sound, long-established mutual organisation dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of its members in what is an exciting new chapter and growth phase. Company Name: Gravesham Friendly www.graveshamfriendly.co.uk Position: Sales Executive
MW Appointments
Our client who is a LloydsBroker is looking for an Account Handler to join their expanding Household Insurance department in the Essex office. The purpose of the role is to work of the Household schemes and binders handling Personal Lines Household policies from start to finish. Main Duties: * Handling Household premiums for new and existing clients * Managing own book of clients * Dealing with premiums upto around £2,000 * Contacting clients to obtain up to date risk information and discuss renewal terms * Issuing new business, renewals and Mid-term adjustments * Preparing and issuing insurance documentation and letters * Cross selling other products * Using Acturis and MS Office Essential Skills Required: * Previous experience within Household Insurance * Managing own workload * Good IT skills including all MS Office Desirable: * Good organisation skills * Knowledge of binders or delegated authority * Achieved or studying towards Cert CII * Knowledge of Acturis system What you need to know: * Permanent role ... show more
Our client who is a LloydsBroker is looking for an Account Handler to join their expanding Household Insurance department in the Essex office. The purpose of the role is to work of the Household schemes and binders handling Personal Lines Household policies from start to finish. Main Duties: * Handling Household premiums for new and existing clients * Managing own book of clients *
MW Appointments
Our client who is a Leading Lloyd's Brokers, an investor in people and a developer in careers are looking for a Household Account Handler to join their expanding Personal Lines department within their Essex Office. As a Personal Lines Household Account Handler you will be dealing general Household risks and dealing with clients and underwriters. All development training plans are in place, career evelopment and financial support for studying Insurance exams are given. Hybrid working available Household Account Handler Main Duties: * Producing quotations * Handling renewals * Handling New Business * Mid Term Adjustments * Processing adjustment's, processing cover notes, debit and credit notes * Processing annual, additional and return premium's * Handling Technical queries and liaising with Clients and Underwriters * Providing support to senior members of the team * attending team meetings Essential Skills Required: * Previous experience within an Insurance Household role * experience in handling renewals and adjustment's * Exce ... show more
Our client who is a Leading Lloyd's Brokers, an investor in people and a developer in careers are looking for a Household Account Handler to join their expanding Personal Lines department within their Essex Office. As a Personal Lines Household Account Handler you will be dealing general Household risks and dealing with clients and underwriters. All development training plans are in place, career
Senior Broker/Technician - Property
MW Appointments
Join an independent, specialist global insurance broker at Lloyd's with offices across the world. In this role you will lead the creation of MRC and MRC(e) market documentation for presentation to Syndicate & Company markets. You will focus on supporting direct, open market property placements for international power & utilities portfolios. * Senior Property Broker/Technician As a Senior member of staff you will be concentrating on the front-end support functions and in particular the creation of MRC slips and endorsements working closely with the broking team and account executives. The property portfolio includes electric & gas operational facilities and renewable energy related risks emanating from North America, LATAM countries and a growing book in Africa. Experience in the power sector is not essential. Our client is more concerned about in-depth international property exposure and expertise together with extensive understanding of slip production and PPL to support the placement of risks into the London & overseas markets. What you need ... show more
Join an independent, specialist global insurance broker at Lloyd's with offices across the world. In this role you will lead the creation of MRC and MRC(e) market documentation for presentation to Syndicate & Company markets. You will focus on supporting direct, open market property placements for international power & utilities portfolios. * Senior Property Broker/Technician As a
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MW Appointments
The Reinsurance Associate will be joining a small, specialist team within a UK insurer who underwrite commercial and personal insurance product lines. Overview Support all reinsurance operational and accounting processes. Key responsibilities will include assistance with the production of reinsurance claims collections and advices, preparation of Management Information, processing of RI premiums and claims via system, with the tasks and skills required as follows: Key accountabilities ⦠* Manage financial aspects of reinsurance transactions. Involve effective communication and collaboration with various functions, including internal departments and external reinsurers. Additionally, attention to detail and accuracy are crucial due to the complexity of reinsurance contracts and financial transactions. * Accurately record and reconcile reinsurance transactions, including premiums, ceded and assumed reinsurance, and commission calculations. Maintain detailed records of reinsurance contracts and agreements. * Analyse financial data related to reinsurance, i ... show more
The Reinsurance Associate will be joining a small, specialist team within a UK insurer who underwrite commercial and personal insurance product lines. Overview Support all reinsurance operational and accounting processes. Key responsibilities will include assistance with the production of reinsurance claims collections and advices, preparation of Management Information, processing of RI
MW Appointments
An excellent opportunity for an Apprentice to join a large Lloyds Insurance Broker as a Trainee Broker. The purpose of the role is service the insurance needs of Wholesale customers, providing quality customer care, ensuring that documents are obtained and despatched promptly, and all issues raised by the client are effectively dealt with. Main Duties: * Support management and colleagu s, throughout the company, in their endeavours to achieve and surpass targets and always provide a first-class service whilst adhering to all FCA principles and the specific requirements of Treating Customers Fairly, Contract Certainty, Conflict of Interest. * Achieve a thorough understanding of the insurance basics, Insurance principles and Insurance Broking market * Answering telephone calls promptly and effectively dealing with all enquiries in a professional and efficient manner. * Dealing with Client enquiries. * Telephoning/e-mailing/ clients, Insurers, Third Parties and other associated persons or businesses to effectively, professionally, and efficiently resolve Insurance ... show more
An excellent opportunity for an Apprentice to join a large Lloyds Insurance Broker as a Trainee Broker. The purpose of the role is service the insurance needs of Wholesale customers, providing quality customer care, ensuring that documents are obtained and despatched promptly, and all issues raised by the client are effectively dealt with. Main Duties: * Support management and colleagu
Learning & Development Partner
Hays Specialist Recruitment
You will design and develop engaging and effective learning programs, including instructor-led training, e-learning modules, workshops and other learning interventions. Evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs through assessments, feedback and metrics analysis. Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in learning and development to continuously improve our programs and processes. ollaborate with internal stakeholders to support talent management initiatives, including performance management, succession planning and leadership development. Support the Head of People and Organisational Development in embedding the vision for the shape of learning and development along with collaborating with the leadership team and the HR Business Partners on organisational development. What you\'ll need to succeed You will have experience of creating a learning environment that supports business strategy, culture and change. Developing, delivering and evaluating learning programmes. The ability to collaborate and influence people at all levels of the organisation. Experience of ... show more
You will design and develop engaging and effective learning programs, including instructor-led training, e-learning modules, workshops and other learning interventions. Evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs through assessments, feedback and metrics analysis. Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in learning and development to continuously improve our programs and processes.
MW Appointments
An exciting opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic underwriting environment. Our client is a UK insurer with a strong footprint in the wholesale and retail insurance markets. As a key aspect of a strategic development plan, they are seeking to hire an experienced Motor Underwriter to spearhead the evolution of the private motor product line and underwriting proposition. In addition to underwriting risks, you will work closely with the C.E.O to enhance product offerings, review appetite and pricing, develop distribution pipelines and reinvigorate the existing book. There is also the scope to become Product Lead and manage a small team which will grow overtime. In addition to strong motor underwriting expertise this role will suit someone who is ambitious, innovative, driven and looking for an opportunity to take ownership and make a real impact. Responsibilities: * Underwrite personal motor insurances within agreed guidelines and authority levels. * Underwrite new and existing businesses, provide quotes and negotiate pricing. * Develo ... show more
An exciting opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic underwriting environment. Our client is a UK insurer with a strong footprint in the wholesale and retail insurance markets. As a key aspect of a strategic development plan, they are seeking to hire an experienced Motor Underwriter to spearhead the evolution of the private motor product line and underwriting proposition. In
Office Administrator Kitchen Company - Folkestone
Vegas Kitchens and Interior solutions Ltd
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Office Administrator to join our expanding team. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail, adept clerical and data entry skills, a professional phone etiquette is a must whilst ensuring smooth daily operations within the office. Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel. Experience within the Kitchen Retail Industry would be a gr at advantage. Whilst this Job is advertised as Full Time we could possibly offer Part Time to accommodate within school hours for the right candidate. Daily tasks include - Ordering and tracking Kitchen Appliances Tracking Kitchen Remedials Liaising with our warehouse team Booking kitchen deliveries Liaising with our Installers Answering the phone to current and potential Clients Following up sales leads, booking Home / Showroom appointments Collating Client Purchase and Installation Documents Tracking Staff Holidays Creating Excel sheets helping to track data Supporting the MD with general office duties ... show more
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Office Administrator to join our expanding team. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail, adept clerical and data entry skills, a professional phone etiquette is a must whilst ensuring smooth daily operations within the office. Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel. Experience within the Kitchen Retail Industry would be a gr
Hays Specialist Recruitment
Electrician- Maintenance Permanent Position. Location: Isle of Sheppey- HM Prisons Salary: £35,019 to £38,202 per annum Your new company Hays are proudly working with Gov Facility Services Ltd, a non-profit company in conjunction with the HM Prison Service. The company provide the facilities management services to 50 prisons across the South and East. The role will see you eing part of the Public Sector and as a government employee you can be assured of job security and stability. Your new role The role is for an Electrician for the undertaking of planned and reactive service and maintenance, breakdown and fault-finding and repair tasks on a range of electrical and mechanical services throughout the estate. To undertake survey inspections for quality control purposes including in confined spaces and at height, recording all work and completing associated register logs. Fault-finding and ensuring satisfactory fault rectification. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a positive and “can-do” attitude w ... show more
Electrician- Maintenance Permanent Position. Location: Isle of Sheppey- HM Prisons Salary: £35,019 to £38,202 per annum Your new company Hays are proudly working with Gov Facility Services Ltd, a non-profit company in conjunction with the HM Prison Service. The company provide the facilities management services to 50 prisons across the South and East. The role will see you
Primary Teachers needed in Gravesend, Supply
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work at schools in the Gravesend and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or Newl qualified looking to gain experience. You will be working in a number of different schools and must be able to provide them with an outstanding service which is important to the overall running of the schools, their teaching and learning standards. As a supply teacher, you will be working through Hays Education, who will provide you with a variety of supply primary teacher jobs in Gravesend and the surrounding areas. The variety of jobs we offer range from long-term to short-term positions and can be for as many days a week as you require. As a supply teacher, you will be working with a variety of primary schools across Dover. The primary teacher roles we offer will require you to hav ... show more
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work at schools in the Gravesend and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or Newl
Primary Teachers needed in Dartford - Supply
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work in schools in the Dartford and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or newly qualified looking to gain experience. You will be working in a number of different schools and must be able to provide them with an outstanding service which is important to the overall running of the schools, their teaching and learning standards. As a supply teacher, you will be working through Hays Education, who will provide you with a variety of supply primary teacher jobs in Dover and the surrounding areas. The variety of jobs we offer range from long-term to short-term positions and can be for as many days a week as you require. As a supply teacher, you will be working with a variety of primary schools across Dover. The primary teacher roles we offer will require you to have pre ... show more
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work in schools in the Dartford and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or newly
Primary Teachers needed in Maidstone - Supply
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work in schools in Maidstone and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or newly qu lified looking to gain experience. You will be working in a number of different schools and must be able to provide them with an outstanding service which is important to the overall running of the schools, their teaching and learning standards. As a supply teacher, you will be working through Hays Education, who will provide you with a variety of supply primary teacher jobs in Maidstone and the surrounding areas. The variety of jobs we offer range from long-term to short-term positions and can be for as many days a week as you require. As a supply teacher, you will be working with a variety of primary schools in Maidstone. The primary teacher roles we offer will require you to have pr ... show more
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work in schools in Maidstone and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or newly qu
Primary Teachers - Supply. Swale, Kent.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work at schools in the Swale and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or Newly qu lified looking to gain experience. You will be working in a number of different schools and must be able to provide them with an outstanding service which is important to the overall running of the schools, their teaching and learning standards. As a supply teacher, you will be working through Hays Education, who will provide you with a variety of supply primary teacher jobs in Swale and the surrounding areas. The variety of jobs we offer range from long-term to short-term positions and can be for as many days a week as you require. As a supply teacher, you will be working with a variety a primary schools across Swale. The primary teacher roles we offer will require you to have previou ... show more
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work at schools in the Swale and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or Newly qu
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
WELFARE/ LABOURER NEEDED IN SEVENOAKS Labourer with no cscs but full ppe is needed for long term work starting ASAP Full PPE Sevenoaks Close to town centre Three Days a week Please call Dan or Abbey at Hays on 01622235681 Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applyin for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk ... show more
WELFARE/ LABOURER NEEDED IN SEVENOAKS Labourer with no cscs but full ppe is needed for long term work starting ASAP Full PPE Sevenoaks Close to town centre Three Days a week Please call Dan or Abbey at Hays on 01622235681 Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applyin
Tunbridge labourer needed in TN9
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Tunbridge / Tunbridge wells labourers needed for long-term work 2 years worth of work Full cscs needed Full PPE Long term work in the Tunbridge / Tunbridge wells area. If you are interested in this role, please call Dan or Abbey at Hays on 01622235681. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the suppl of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk ... show more
Tunbridge / Tunbridge wells labourers needed for long-term work 2 years worth of work Full cscs needed Full PPE Long term work in the Tunbridge / Tunbridge wells area. If you are interested in this role, please call Dan or Abbey at Hays on 01622235681. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the suppl
Site manager - 30 units - East Kent
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Your new company An established regional main contractor working across the greater London and SE area now seeks an experienced site manager to oversee a new project in the Sutton area. The project is a new build apartment scheme, traditional build creating approx. 25 new homes. Due on site imminently and programmed to run for 18 months, this is a private development. The role has arisen via gro th and is an addition to the existing construction team. The role is for a site manager - No.1 on site. Your new role As Senior site manager, you will be number one on site and have full responsibility for running the scheme. You will be supported via a visiting contracts manager and surveyor. You will join the project at an early stage and have direct input into the build programme and design co-ordination. You will be responsible for all health and safety paperwork on site as well as subcontract management and quality control. What you'll need to succeed You will be an experienced site manager or pm comfortable running your own project from start to finish. Previous experience of ... show more
Your new company An established regional main contractor working across the greater London and SE area now seeks an experienced site manager to oversee a new project in the Sutton area. The project is a new build apartment scheme, traditional build creating approx. 25 new homes. Due on site imminently and programmed to run for 18 months, this is a private development. The role has arisen via gro
Cobb & Jones Recruitment
Financial Controller | Sittingbourne | £80k - £100k DOE Cobb & Jones are recruiting exclusively for a Financial Controller within a medium sized organisation who have a proven history of strategic acquisitions and operational excellence, their commitment to innovation and performance makes them an exciting place for driven professionals to thrive. Are you a dynamic and confident finance pro essional ready to take the next step in your career? Join a highly successful and rapidly growing company in the operational sector, renowned for their exceptional track record in recruiting and retaining top-tier finance talent. The Role: As the Financial Controller, you will oversee the financial management across several entities and sites, ensuring robust accounting practices are maintained. You will play a pivotal role in onboarding new acquisitions, integrating them seamlessly into the financial systems. Your responsibilities will include: • Team Management: Leading and developing a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. • Accounts ... show more
Financial Controller | Sittingbourne | £80k - £100k DOE Cobb & Jones are recruiting exclusively for a Financial Controller within a medium sized organisation who have a proven history of strategic acquisitions and operational excellence, their commitment to innovation and performance makes them an exciting place for driven professionals to thrive. Are you a dynamic and confident finance pro
Senior Binding Authority Technician
MW Appointments
Work for 3 days per month in the City with the rest of the time working remotely from home. Our client is a leading Lloyds registered broker with a global portfolio of clients across a diverse range of different industry sectors. The Senior Operations Technician will be a key member of a dedicated technical support team that provides a range of operational support functions within the specialis Binding Authority division. OVERVIEW: * Production and renewal of Binding Authorities / Slips, ensuring all are in acceptable order in line with both Lloyd's and internal procedures/guidelines * Production of Endorsements as appropriate * Amendment of Wordings/Slips as appropriate * Submitting documents to the Bureaux/XIS and ensuring all bordereaux are chased up, received, processed and paid to relevant bureaux within settlement due dates * Producing debit/credit notes and processing premiums onto internal systems * Maintaining internal systems accurately and efficiently * Maintaining statistical information as required * Ensure that company procedures and ... show more
Work for 3 days per month in the City with the rest of the time working remotely from home. Our client is a leading Lloyds registered broker with a global portfolio of clients across a diverse range of different industry sectors. The Senior Operations Technician will be a key member of a dedicated technical support team that provides a range of operational support functions within the specialis
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Your new company This role sits within a leading organisation in its sector. This is a 6 Month Contract position, based in the organisation's Rochester office. Your new role * Produces monthly accounts for cost centres/ activities within the role-holder's remit, reporting figures to demonstrate the performance of the company against budget * Analysis of accounts to identify trends and opportunities for additional income or more effective cost control, thereby maximising profit, and advising operational Managers accordingly * Ensuring stocks (e.g. fuel, PPE - Personal Protective Equipment) and assets (e.g. fleet, IT equipment) are correctly accounted, enabling cost control by management * Ensuring adequate checks on payroll, to ensure there are no under- or over-payments * Assist and have involvement in the commercial viability for all new contracts / new business * Working with the Regional Finance team, ensures all required information is reported on (e.g. budgets, CAPEX figures) * Working with operational management - provides advice and guidance on all financ ... show more
Your new company This role sits within a leading organisation in its sector. This is a 6 Month Contract position, based in the organisation's Rochester office. Your new role * Produces monthly accounts for cost centres/ activities within the role-holder's remit, reporting figures to demonstrate the performance of the company against budget * Analysis of accounts to identify trends and
Quantity surveyor - Local Main contractor
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Your new company A successful Sidcup-based main contractor working across Greater London & Kent now seek an experienced Quantity surveyor to strengthen the existing commercial team. Working on a range of educational, residential and public sector buildings projects are typically in the 500k - £1mill range and can be refurb, new build or extension schemes. With a small experienced team they ar continue to grow in a challenging market with multiple new contract awards to bolster existing works. As a result a new role has been created for an additional QS to oversee several projects. Your new role As Quantity surveyor, you will be working in a team of 2 reporting to a commercial Director. You will oversee 3-4 projects from a commercial standpoint, from pre-construction to completion. Duties include agreeing subcontractor payments & variations, visiting site to check/measure works, preparing & managing client valuations, Creating and presenting monthly CVR report, identifying & managing commercial risks, ensuring effective interaction between commercial and ops teams. What y ... show more
Your new company A successful Sidcup-based main contractor working across Greater London & Kent now seek an experienced Quantity surveyor to strengthen the existing commercial team. Working on a range of educational, residential and public sector buildings projects are typically in the 500k - £1mill range and can be refurb, new build or extension schemes. With a small experienced team they ar
Assistant QS - Local Housebuilder
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Assistant Quantity surveyor - SE London - Permanent - Housebuilder - £competitive Your new company A South East London house building contractor, expanding steadily over the last 10 years, they are now one of the larger and most recognisable house builders in the area. Due to growth, with upcoming projects, they now require an Assistant project Quantity Surveyor to help support the commercial team. You will be working within a surveying team supporting 1 to 2 schemes reporting to a managing QS. Projects are typically 20 - 50 unit apartment schemes, RC frame or traditional build. Your new role You will be working in a small commercial team overseeing 1-2 projects. You will be reporting the financial and contractual situation of the project, measuring and allocating payments for work undertaken, agreeing day to day variations and generally ensuring all costs are being reviewed and in-line with the budget. What you'll need to succeed You will need surveying experience with residential schemes, ideally with a main contractor, you will have experience of JCT contracts and idea ... show more
Assistant Quantity surveyor - SE London - Permanent - Housebuilder - £competitive Your new company A South East London house building contractor, expanding steadily over the last 10 years, they are now one of the larger and most recognisable house builders in the area. Due to growth, with upcoming projects, they now require an Assistant project Quantity Surveyor to help support the commercial
Underwriting Technician - 6 month Contract
MW Appointments
We have a 6-month fixed term contract role with a leading provider of corporate and commercial insurance cover across a range of different classes - property, aviation, marine, engineering, finpro. Our client is looking for an experienced London Market technician to support the accurate and timely processing of risk underwritten on a fac.reinsurance basis and outwards reinsurance. * Support and review processing undertaken by an offshore team. * Understand IPT tax and calculate for different territories. * Liaise with Brokers and Co-insureds to resolve queries related to receipt of Bordereaux, Invoices and Fee processing. * Liaise with Brokers to resolve unclosed risks and chase and outstanding business. * Work closely with Credit control & Operations team to assure consistent data quality and fast clearance of premium. * Support the processing of Outwards Re-insurance and retro business for Proportional and non-proportional re-insurance with some Treaty elements. What you need to know * Candidates must be able to show a track record of technical ... show more
We have a 6-month fixed term contract role with a leading provider of corporate and commercial insurance cover across a range of different classes - property, aviation, marine, engineering, finpro. Our client is looking for an experienced London Market technician to support the accurate and timely processing of risk underwritten on a fac.reinsurance basis and outwards reinsurance.
Contracts Manager - Refurbishment works
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Your new companyA well-established refurbishment/fitout contractor based in the SE London area seek an experienced contracts manager to join the team based on the continued success of the business. Working across a number of sectors, including healthcare, education, pharma and commercial, they focus on projects of between £2 - 10 million with a longstanding list of retained clients. Projects are ypically the more complex refurbishment schemes, Cat/B/Cut and carve/design and build fitouts etc, and they are extremely busy with well over 20 projects across the city and the south south-east. Your new role As Contracts manager, you will lead an experienced team of surveyors, managers and support staff across 2 to 3 schemes depending on size. You will be the liaison between site and office/external consultant reporting monthly on progress and highlighting potential issues on your schemes. You will monitor programmes and amend as necessary, be the main client liaison and Be ultimately responsible for quality and health and safety. What you'll need to succeed You will be an experi ... show more
Your new companyA well-established refurbishment/fitout contractor based in the SE London area seek an experienced contracts manager to join the team based on the continued success of the business. Working across a number of sectors, including healthcare, education, pharma and commercial, they focus on projects of between £2 - 10 million with a longstanding list of retained clients. Projects are
MW Appointments
The Reinsurance Associate will be joining a small, specialist team within a UK insurer who underwrite commercial and personal insurance product lines. Overview Support all reinsurance operational and accounting processes. Key responsibilities will include assistance with the production of reinsurance claims collections and advices, preparation of Management Information, processing of RI premiums and claims via system, with the tasks and skills required as follows: Key accountabilities ⦠* Manage financial aspects of reinsurance transactions. Involve effective communication and collaboration with various functions, including internal departments and external reinsurers. Additionally, attention to detail and accuracy are crucial due to the complexity of reinsurance contracts and financial transactions. * Accurately record and reconcile reinsurance transactions, including premiums, ceded and assumed reinsurance, and commission calculations. Maintain detailed records of reinsurance contracts and agreements. * Analyse financial data related to reinsurance, i ... show more
The Reinsurance Associate will be joining a small, specialist team within a UK insurer who underwrite commercial and personal insurance product lines. Overview Support all reinsurance operational and accounting processes. Key responsibilities will include assistance with the production of reinsurance claims collections and advices, preparation of Management Information, processing of RI
MW Appointments
An excellent opportunity for an Apprentice to join a large Lloyds Insurance Broker as a Trainee Broker. The purpose of the role is service the insurance needs of Wholesale customers, providing quality customer care, ensuring that documents are obtained and despatched promptly, and all issues raised by the client are effectively dealt with. Main Duties: * Support management and colleagu s, throughout the company, in their endeavours to achieve and surpass targets and always provide a first-class service whilst adhering to all FCA principles and the specific requirements of Treating Customers Fairly, Contract Certainty, Conflict of Interest. * Achieve a thorough understanding of the insurance basics, Insurance principles and Insurance Broking market * Answering telephone calls promptly and effectively dealing with all enquiries in a professional and efficient manner. * Dealing with Client enquiries. * Telephoning/e-mailing/ clients, Insurers, Third Parties and other associated persons or businesses to effectively, professionally, and efficiently resolve Insurance ... show more
An excellent opportunity for an Apprentice to join a large Lloyds Insurance Broker as a Trainee Broker. The purpose of the role is service the insurance needs of Wholesale customers, providing quality customer care, ensuring that documents are obtained and despatched promptly, and all issues raised by the client are effectively dealt with. Main Duties: * Support management and colleagu
Learning & Development Partner
Hays Specialist Recruitment
You will design and develop engaging and effective learning programs, including instructor-led training, e-learning modules, workshops and other learning interventions. Evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs through assessments, feedback and metrics analysis. Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in learning and development to continuously improve our programs and processes. ollaborate with internal stakeholders to support talent management initiatives, including performance management, succession planning and leadership development. Support the Head of People and Organisational Development in embedding the vision for the shape of learning and development along with collaborating with the leadership team and the HR Business Partners on organisational development. What you\'ll need to succeed You will have experience of creating a learning environment that supports business strategy, culture and change. Developing, delivering and evaluating learning programmes. The ability to collaborate and influence people at all levels of the organisation. Experience of ... show more
You will design and develop engaging and effective learning programs, including instructor-led training, e-learning modules, workshops and other learning interventions. Evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs through assessments, feedback and metrics analysis. Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in learning and development to continuously improve our programs and processes.
MW Appointments
An exciting opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic underwriting environment. Our client is a UK insurer with a strong footprint in the wholesale and retail insurance markets. As a key aspect of a strategic development plan, they are seeking to hire an experienced Motor Underwriter to spearhead the evolution of the private motor product line and underwriting proposition. In addition to underwriting risks, you will work closely with the C.E.O to enhance product offerings, review appetite and pricing, develop distribution pipelines and reinvigorate the existing book. There is also the scope to become Product Lead and manage a small team which will grow overtime. In addition to strong motor underwriting expertise this role will suit someone who is ambitious, innovative, driven and looking for an opportunity to take ownership and make a real impact. Responsibilities: * Underwrite personal motor insurances within agreed guidelines and authority levels. * Underwrite new and existing businesses, provide quotes and negotiate pricing. * Develo ... show more
An exciting opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic underwriting environment. Our client is a UK insurer with a strong footprint in the wholesale and retail insurance markets. As a key aspect of a strategic development plan, they are seeking to hire an experienced Motor Underwriter to spearhead the evolution of the private motor product line and underwriting proposition. In
Office Administrator Kitchen Company - Folkestone
Vegas Kitchens and Interior solutions Ltd
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Office Administrator to join our expanding team. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail, adept clerical and data entry skills, a professional phone etiquette is a must whilst ensuring smooth daily operations within the office. Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel. Experience within the Kitchen Retail Industry would be a gr at advantage. Whilst this Job is advertised as Full Time we could possibly offer Part Time to accommodate within school hours for the right candidate. Daily tasks include - Ordering and tracking Kitchen Appliances Tracking Kitchen Remedials Liaising with our warehouse team Booking kitchen deliveries Liaising with our Installers Answering the phone to current and potential Clients Following up sales leads, booking Home / Showroom appointments Collating Client Purchase and Installation Documents Tracking Staff Holidays Creating Excel sheets helping to track data Supporting the MD with general office duties ... show more
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Office Administrator to join our expanding team. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail, adept clerical and data entry skills, a professional phone etiquette is a must whilst ensuring smooth daily operations within the office. Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel. Experience within the Kitchen Retail Industry would be a gr
Hays Specialist Recruitment
Electrician- Maintenance Permanent Position. Location: Isle of Sheppey- HM Prisons Salary: £35,019 to £38,202 per annum Your new company Hays are proudly working with Gov Facility Services Ltd, a non-profit company in conjunction with the HM Prison Service. The company provide the facilities management services to 50 prisons across the South and East. The role will see you eing part of the Public Sector and as a government employee you can be assured of job security and stability. Your new role The role is for an Electrician for the undertaking of planned and reactive service and maintenance, breakdown and fault-finding and repair tasks on a range of electrical and mechanical services throughout the estate. To undertake survey inspections for quality control purposes including in confined spaces and at height, recording all work and completing associated register logs. Fault-finding and ensuring satisfactory fault rectification. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a positive and “can-do” attitude w ... show more
Electrician- Maintenance Permanent Position. Location: Isle of Sheppey- HM Prisons Salary: £35,019 to £38,202 per annum Your new company Hays are proudly working with Gov Facility Services Ltd, a non-profit company in conjunction with the HM Prison Service. The company provide the facilities management services to 50 prisons across the South and East. The role will see you
Primary Teachers needed in Gravesend, Supply
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work at schools in the Gravesend and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or Newl qualified looking to gain experience. You will be working in a number of different schools and must be able to provide them with an outstanding service which is important to the overall running of the schools, their teaching and learning standards. As a supply teacher, you will be working through Hays Education, who will provide you with a variety of supply primary teacher jobs in Gravesend and the surrounding areas. The variety of jobs we offer range from long-term to short-term positions and can be for as many days a week as you require. As a supply teacher, you will be working with a variety of primary schools across Dover. The primary teacher roles we offer will require you to hav ... show more
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work at schools in the Gravesend and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or Newl
Primary Teachers needed in Dartford - Supply
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work in schools in the Dartford and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or newly qualified looking to gain experience. You will be working in a number of different schools and must be able to provide them with an outstanding service which is important to the overall running of the schools, their teaching and learning standards. As a supply teacher, you will be working through Hays Education, who will provide you with a variety of supply primary teacher jobs in Dover and the surrounding areas. The variety of jobs we offer range from long-term to short-term positions and can be for as many days a week as you require. As a supply teacher, you will be working with a variety of primary schools across Dover. The primary teacher roles we offer will require you to have pre ... show more
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work in schools in the Dartford and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or newly
Primary Teachers needed in Maidstone - Supply
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work in schools in Maidstone and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or newly qu lified looking to gain experience. You will be working in a number of different schools and must be able to provide them with an outstanding service which is important to the overall running of the schools, their teaching and learning standards. As a supply teacher, you will be working through Hays Education, who will provide you with a variety of supply primary teacher jobs in Maidstone and the surrounding areas. The variety of jobs we offer range from long-term to short-term positions and can be for as many days a week as you require. As a supply teacher, you will be working with a variety of primary schools in Maidstone. The primary teacher roles we offer will require you to have pr ... show more
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work in schools in Maidstone and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or newly qu
Primary Teachers - Supply. Swale, Kent.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work at schools in the Swale and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or Newly qu lified looking to gain experience. You will be working in a number of different schools and must be able to provide them with an outstanding service which is important to the overall running of the schools, their teaching and learning standards. As a supply teacher, you will be working through Hays Education, who will provide you with a variety of supply primary teacher jobs in Swale and the surrounding areas. The variety of jobs we offer range from long-term to short-term positions and can be for as many days a week as you require. As a supply teacher, you will be working with a variety a primary schools across Swale. The primary teacher roles we offer will require you to have previou ... show more
Hays Education are currently recruiting EYFS, KS1 & KS2 Teachers to work at schools in the Swale and surrounding areas on a supply basis. Supply teaching offers a flexible working environment with the option to work on either a day-to-day supply or long-term basis, some of which can lead to a permanent job. Hays are currently seeking teachers that hold QTS. You may be experienced or Newly qu
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
WELFARE/ LABOURER NEEDED IN SEVENOAKS Labourer with no cscs but full ppe is needed for long term work starting ASAP Full PPE Sevenoaks Close to town centre Three Days a week Please call Dan or Abbey at Hays on 01622235681 Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applyin for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk ... show more
WELFARE/ LABOURER NEEDED IN SEVENOAKS Labourer with no cscs but full ppe is needed for long term work starting ASAP Full PPE Sevenoaks Close to town centre Three Days a week Please call Dan or Abbey at Hays on 01622235681 Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applyin
Tunbridge labourer needed in TN9
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Tunbridge / Tunbridge wells labourers needed for long-term work 2 years worth of work Full cscs needed Full PPE Long term work in the Tunbridge / Tunbridge wells area. If you are interested in this role, please call Dan or Abbey at Hays on 01622235681. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the suppl of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk ... show more
Tunbridge / Tunbridge wells labourers needed for long-term work 2 years worth of work Full cscs needed Full PPE Long term work in the Tunbridge / Tunbridge wells area. If you are interested in this role, please call Dan or Abbey at Hays on 01622235681. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the suppl
Site manager - 30 units - East Kent
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Your new company An established regional main contractor working across the greater London and SE area now seeks an experienced site manager to oversee a new project in the Sutton area. The project is a new build apartment scheme, traditional build creating approx. 25 new homes. Due on site imminently and programmed to run for 18 months, this is a private development. The role has arisen via gro th and is an addition to the existing construction team. The role is for a site manager - No.1 on site. Your new role As Senior site manager, you will be number one on site and have full responsibility for running the scheme. You will be supported via a visiting contracts manager and surveyor. You will join the project at an early stage and have direct input into the build programme and design co-ordination. You will be responsible for all health and safety paperwork on site as well as subcontract management and quality control. What you'll need to succeed You will be an experienced site manager or pm comfortable running your own project from start to finish. Previous experience of ... show more
Your new company An established regional main contractor working across the greater London and SE area now seeks an experienced site manager to oversee a new project in the Sutton area. The project is a new build apartment scheme, traditional build creating approx. 25 new homes. Due on site imminently and programmed to run for 18 months, this is a private development. The role has arisen via gro
Cobb & Jones Recruitment
Financial Controller | Sittingbourne | £80k - £100k DOE Cobb & Jones are recruiting exclusively for a Financial Controller within a medium sized organisation who have a proven history of strategic acquisitions and operational excellence, their commitment to innovation and performance makes them an exciting place for driven professionals to thrive. Are you a dynamic and confident finance pro essional ready to take the next step in your career? Join a highly successful and rapidly growing company in the operational sector, renowned for their exceptional track record in recruiting and retaining top-tier finance talent. The Role: As the Financial Controller, you will oversee the financial management across several entities and sites, ensuring robust accounting practices are maintained. You will play a pivotal role in onboarding new acquisitions, integrating them seamlessly into the financial systems. Your responsibilities will include: • Team Management: Leading and developing a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. • Accounts ... show more
Financial Controller | Sittingbourne | £80k - £100k DOE Cobb & Jones are recruiting exclusively for a Financial Controller within a medium sized organisation who have a proven history of strategic acquisitions and operational excellence, their commitment to innovation and performance makes them an exciting place for driven professionals to thrive. Are you a dynamic and confident finance pro
Senior Binding Authority Technician
MW Appointments
Work for 3 days per month in the City with the rest of the time working remotely from home. Our client is a leading Lloyds registered broker with a global portfolio of clients across a diverse range of different industry sectors. The Senior Operations Technician will be a key member of a dedicated technical support team that provides a range of operational support functions within the specialis Binding Authority division. OVERVIEW: * Production and renewal of Binding Authorities / Slips, ensuring all are in acceptable order in line with both Lloyd's and internal procedures/guidelines * Production of Endorsements as appropriate * Amendment of Wordings/Slips as appropriate * Submitting documents to the Bureaux/XIS and ensuring all bordereaux are chased up, received, processed and paid to relevant bureaux within settlement due dates * Producing debit/credit notes and processing premiums onto internal systems * Maintaining internal systems accurately and efficiently * Maintaining statistical information as required * Ensure that company procedures and ... show more
Work for 3 days per month in the City with the rest of the time working remotely from home. Our client is a leading Lloyds registered broker with a global portfolio of clients across a diverse range of different industry sectors. The Senior Operations Technician will be a key member of a dedicated technical support team that provides a range of operational support functions within the specialis
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Your new company This role sits within a leading organisation in its sector. This is a 6 Month Contract position, based in the organisation's Rochester office. Your new role * Produces monthly accounts for cost centres/ activities within the role-holder's remit, reporting figures to demonstrate the performance of the company against budget * Analysis of accounts to identify trends and opportunities for additional income or more effective cost control, thereby maximising profit, and advising operational Managers accordingly * Ensuring stocks (e.g. fuel, PPE - Personal Protective Equipment) and assets (e.g. fleet, IT equipment) are correctly accounted, enabling cost control by management * Ensuring adequate checks on payroll, to ensure there are no under- or over-payments * Assist and have involvement in the commercial viability for all new contracts / new business * Working with the Regional Finance team, ensures all required information is reported on (e.g. budgets, CAPEX figures) * Working with operational management - provides advice and guidance on all financ ... show more
Your new company This role sits within a leading organisation in its sector. This is a 6 Month Contract position, based in the organisation's Rochester office. Your new role * Produces monthly accounts for cost centres/ activities within the role-holder's remit, reporting figures to demonstrate the performance of the company against budget * Analysis of accounts to identify trends and
Quantity surveyor - Local Main contractor
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Your new company A successful Sidcup-based main contractor working across Greater London & Kent now seek an experienced Quantity surveyor to strengthen the existing commercial team. Working on a range of educational, residential and public sector buildings projects are typically in the 500k - £1mill range and can be refurb, new build or extension schemes. With a small experienced team they ar continue to grow in a challenging market with multiple new contract awards to bolster existing works. As a result a new role has been created for an additional QS to oversee several projects. Your new role As Quantity surveyor, you will be working in a team of 2 reporting to a commercial Director. You will oversee 3-4 projects from a commercial standpoint, from pre-construction to completion. Duties include agreeing subcontractor payments & variations, visiting site to check/measure works, preparing & managing client valuations, Creating and presenting monthly CVR report, identifying & managing commercial risks, ensuring effective interaction between commercial and ops teams. What y ... show more
Your new company A successful Sidcup-based main contractor working across Greater London & Kent now seek an experienced Quantity surveyor to strengthen the existing commercial team. Working on a range of educational, residential and public sector buildings projects are typically in the 500k - £1mill range and can be refurb, new build or extension schemes. With a small experienced team they ar
Assistant QS - Local Housebuilder
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Assistant Quantity surveyor - SE London - Permanent - Housebuilder - £competitive Your new company A South East London house building contractor, expanding steadily over the last 10 years, they are now one of the larger and most recognisable house builders in the area. Due to growth, with upcoming projects, they now require an Assistant project Quantity Surveyor to help support the commercial team. You will be working within a surveying team supporting 1 to 2 schemes reporting to a managing QS. Projects are typically 20 - 50 unit apartment schemes, RC frame or traditional build. Your new role You will be working in a small commercial team overseeing 1-2 projects. You will be reporting the financial and contractual situation of the project, measuring and allocating payments for work undertaken, agreeing day to day variations and generally ensuring all costs are being reviewed and in-line with the budget. What you'll need to succeed You will need surveying experience with residential schemes, ideally with a main contractor, you will have experience of JCT contracts and idea ... show more
Assistant Quantity surveyor - SE London - Permanent - Housebuilder - £competitive Your new company A South East London house building contractor, expanding steadily over the last 10 years, they are now one of the larger and most recognisable house builders in the area. Due to growth, with upcoming projects, they now require an Assistant project Quantity Surveyor to help support the commercial
Underwriting Technician - 6 month Contract
MW Appointments
We have a 6-month fixed term contract role with a leading provider of corporate and commercial insurance cover across a range of different classes - property, aviation, marine, engineering, finpro. Our client is looking for an experienced London Market technician to support the accurate and timely processing of risk underwritten on a fac.reinsurance basis and outwards reinsurance. * Support and review processing undertaken by an offshore team. * Understand IPT tax and calculate for different territories. * Liaise with Brokers and Co-insureds to resolve queries related to receipt of Bordereaux, Invoices and Fee processing. * Liaise with Brokers to resolve unclosed risks and chase and outstanding business. * Work closely with Credit control & Operations team to assure consistent data quality and fast clearance of premium. * Support the processing of Outwards Re-insurance and retro business for Proportional and non-proportional re-insurance with some Treaty elements. What you need to know * Candidates must be able to show a track record of technical ... show more
We have a 6-month fixed term contract role with a leading provider of corporate and commercial insurance cover across a range of different classes - property, aviation, marine, engineering, finpro. Our client is looking for an experienced London Market technician to support the accurate and timely processing of risk underwritten on a fac.reinsurance basis and outwards reinsurance.
Contracts Manager - Refurbishment works
Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd
Your new companyA well-established refurbishment/fitout contractor based in the SE London area seek an experienced contracts manager to join the team based on the continued success of the business. Working across a number of sectors, including healthcare, education, pharma and commercial, they focus on projects of between £2 - 10 million with a longstanding list of retained clients. Projects are ypically the more complex refurbishment schemes, Cat/B/Cut and carve/design and build fitouts etc, and they are extremely busy with well over 20 projects across the city and the south south-east. Your new role As Contracts manager, you will lead an experienced team of surveyors, managers and support staff across 2 to 3 schemes depending on size. You will be the liaison between site and office/external consultant reporting monthly on progress and highlighting potential issues on your schemes. You will monitor programmes and amend as necessary, be the main client liaison and Be ultimately responsible for quality and health and safety. What you'll need to succeed You will be an experi ... show more
Your new companyA well-established refurbishment/fitout contractor based in the SE London area seek an experienced contracts manager to join the team based on the continued success of the business. Working across a number of sectors, including healthcare, education, pharma and commercial, they focus on projects of between £2 - 10 million with a longstanding list of retained clients. Projects are