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Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Manchester Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that we do. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. If you are passionate about our areas of law and eager to advance your career with us, please submit your CV and application online. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role <ul> <li>Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Significant experience in representing clients as Housing Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years.</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department</li> <li>Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Housing adaptations; Social Housing; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Dealing with emergency cases and identifying and carrying out strategic litigation.</li> <li>Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency</li> <li>Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence</li> <li>You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>3 Years+ PQE with proven experience of Housing and Litigation, including court representation essential</li> <li>Must have experience as Duty Advisor under Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years</li> <li>Must meet the 2013 SQM Supervisor standard in Housing, or willing to work towards this</li> <li>Experience in welfare rights and community care issues Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying</li> <li>Strong management skills</li> <li>Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals</li> <li>Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators</li> <li>Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues</li> <li>Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publically funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases</li> <li>Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work</li> <li>Experience in own advocacy is an advantage</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and able to use HR systems</li> <li>Experience within the legal sector is preferable</li> <li>Ability to manage social media activity to promote the Company</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Excellent progression opportunities</li> <li>Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition</li> </ul>The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Manchester

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Birmingham Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that we do. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role <ul> <li>Report directly to Department Director</li> <li>Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of public and private housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise caseworkers and trainees.</li> <li>Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases</li> <li>Dealing with correspondence</li> <li>Maintaining accurate time costing procedures</li> <li>Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly</li> <li>Ensuring compliance with file management.</li> <li>Willingness to attend Housing Court Duty Scheme.</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying</li> <li>Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals</li> <li>Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators</li> <li>Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues</li> <li>Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business</li> <li>Excellent analytical and organisational skills</li> <li>Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publicly funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases</li> <li>Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work</li> <li>Experience in own advocacy is an advantage</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>Competitive salary</li> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Excellent progression opportunities</li> <li>Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition</li> </ul>For further details regarding the salary structure, please refer to the attached job description. The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Birmingham

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Luton Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that we do. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. If you are passionate about our areas of law and eager to advance your career with us, please submit your CV and application online. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role <ul> <li>Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Significant experience in representing clients as Housing Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years.</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department</li> <li>Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Housing adaptations; Social Housing; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Dealing with emergency cases and identifying and carrying out strategic litigation.</li> <li>Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency</li> <li>Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence</li> <li>You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>3 Years+ PQE with proven experience of Housing and Litigation, including court representation essential</li> <li>Must have experience as Duty Advisor under Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years</li> <li>Must meet the 2013 SQM Supervisor standard in Housing, or willing to work towards this</li> <li>Experience in welfare rights and community care issues Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying</li> <li>Strong management skills</li> <li>Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals</li> <li>Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators</li> <li>Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues</li> <li>Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publically funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases</li> <li>Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work</li> <li>Experience in own advocacy is an advantage</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and able to use HR systems</li> <li>Experience within the legal sector is preferable</li> <li>Ability to manage social media activity to promote the Company</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Excellent progression opportunities</li> <li>Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition</li> </ul>The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Luton

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K per annum - Birmingham Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that we do. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. If you are passionate about our areas of law and eager to advance your career with us, please submit your CV and application online. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role <ul> <li>Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Significant experience in representing clients as Housing Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years.</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department</li> <li>Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Housing adaptations; Social Housing; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Dealing with emergency cases and identifying and carrying out strategic litigation.</li> <li>Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency</li> <li>Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence</li> <li>You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>3 Years+ PQE with proven experience of Housing and Litigation, including court representation essential</li> <li>Must have experience as Duty Advisor under Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years</li> <li>Must meet the 2013 SQM Supervisor standard in Housing, or willing to work towards this</li> <li>Experience in welfare rights and community care issues Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying</li> <li>Strong management skills</li> <li>Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals</li> <li>Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators</li> <li>Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues</li> <li>Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publically funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases</li> <li>Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work</li> <li>Experience in own advocacy is an advantage</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and able to use HR systems</li> <li>Experience within the legal sector is preferable</li> <li>Ability to manage social media activity to promote the Company</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Excellent progression opportunities</li> <li>Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition</li> </ul>The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K per annum - Birmingham

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Newcastle Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that we do. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role <ul> <li>Report directly to Department Director</li> <li>Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of public and private housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise caseworkers and trainees.</li> <li>Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases</li> <li>Dealing with correspondence</li> <li>Maintaining accurate time costing procedures</li> <li>Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly</li> <li>Ensuring compliance with file management.</li> <li>Willingness to attend Housing Court Duty Scheme.</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying</li> <li>Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals</li> <li>Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators</li> <li>Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues</li> <li>Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business</li> <li>Excellent analytical and organisational skills</li> <li>Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publicly funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases</li> <li>Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work</li> <li>Experience in own advocacy is an advantage</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>Competitive salary</li> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Excellent progression opportunities</li> <li>Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition</li> </ul>For further details regarding the salary structure, please refer to the attached job description. The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Newcastle

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Manchester Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that we do. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role <ul> <li>Report directly to Department Director</li> <li>Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of public and private housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise caseworkers and trainees.</li> <li>Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases</li> <li>Dealing with correspondence</li> <li>Maintaining accurate time costing procedures</li> <li>Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly</li> <li>Ensuring compliance with file management.</li> <li>Willingness to attend Housing Court Duty Scheme.</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying</li> <li>Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals</li> <li>Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators</li> <li>Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues</li> <li>Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business</li> <li>Excellent analytical and organisational skills</li> <li>Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publicly funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases</li> <li>Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work</li> <li>Experience in own advocacy is an advantage</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>Competitive salary</li> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Excellent progression opportunities</li> <li>Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition</li> </ul>For further details regarding the salary structure, please refer to the attached job description. The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Manchester

Social Housing Paralegal x4 - City of London Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that we do. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. If you are passionate about our areas of law and eager to advance your career with us, please submit your CV and application online. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role: <ul> <li>Report directly to Department Director</li> <li>Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs</li> <li>Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of public and private housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases</li> <li>Dealing with correspondence</li> <li>Maintaining accurate time costing procedures</li> <li>Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly</li> <li>Ensuring compliance with file management.</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>Demonstrate passion and experience in a broad range of publicly funded Housing Law</li> <li>A strong academic background with a Law degree</li> <li>Legal experience as a Housing Paralegal/Advisor</li> <li>Clear understanding and application of Housing Laws</li> <li>Business acumen and the ability to market the Company</li> <li>Excellent communications skills to work effectively with all types of people</li> <li>Excellent analytical and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative but know when to seek guidance</li> <li>Committed team player, self -motivated and professional</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Excellent progression opportunities</li> <li>Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition</li> </ul>The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

Social Housing Paralegal x4 - City of London

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Milton Keynes Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that we do. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. If you are passionate about our areas of law and eager to advance your career with us, please submit your CV and application online. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role <ul> <li>Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Significant experience in representing clients as Housing Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years.</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department</li> <li>Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Housing adaptations; Social Housing; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Dealing with emergency cases and identifying and carrying out strategic litigation.</li> <li>Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency</li> <li>Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence</li> <li>You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>3 Years+ PQE with proven experience of Housing and Litigation, including court representation essential</li> <li>Must have experience as Duty Advisor under Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years</li> <li>Must meet the 2013 SQM Supervisor standard in Housing, or willing to work towards this</li> <li>Experience in welfare rights and community care issues Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying</li> <li>Strong management skills</li> <li>Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals</li> <li>Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators</li> <li>Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues</li> <li>Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publically funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases</li> <li>Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work</li> <li>Experience in own advocacy is an advantage</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and able to use HR systems</li> <li>Experience within the legal sector is preferable</li> <li>Ability to manage social media activity to promote the Company</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Excellent progression opportunities</li> <li>Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition</li> </ul>The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Milton Keynes

Who are we? Here at Nothing, we're building a world where tech is fun again. Remember a time where every new product made you excited? We're bringing that back. To get there we're gathering the creative and the curious. Those that are passionate enough to question the old and embrace the new. In return, you'll be part of a movement. Contributing to a global ecosystem of products that bring joy to people's lives. Nothing's debut smartphone, Phone (1), earned Time Magazine's prestigious Best Inventions for Innovative Smartphone Design award. Through cutting-edge design and user interface innovation, the London-based company is creating an alternative ecosystem of tech products for the young and creative. In 2023, the company launched Phone (2) to wide acclaim from its community, the media, and design enthusiasts, and in 2024, Nothing launched its CMF Phone 1, and Nothing Phone (2a) Series, with both receiving an overwhelmingly positive reception. To date, Nothing has sold more than 7 million units worldwide across its product lines, having released five audio products, five smartphones, and two smart wearables under the Nothing and CMF by Nothing brands. The company has amassed a cumulative revenue of $1 billion. All products are developed in close collaboration with the Nothing Community, which includes over 8,000 private investors and are crafted with sustainability at the forefront. Nothing is a UK-based privately held company with backing from GV (formerly Google Ventures), EQT Ventures, C Ventures and other private investors including Tony Fadell (Principal at Future Shape &amp; inventor of the iPod), Casey Neistat (YouTube personality and Co-founder of Beme), Kevin Lin (Co-founder of Twitch) and Steve Huffman (Co-founder and CEO of Reddit). If that sounds like something you'd like to be part of, read on... The Role: As Community Manager, you'll be the bridge between Nothing and the people who love what we do. Your mission? Cultivate a thriving, engaged, and passionate community across platforms, as well as driving co-creation and co-development projects that bring the feedback and talent of our community members closer to the heart of Nothing. This role is equal parts strategist, product manager, moderator and storyteller. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Engage with our community across all major platforms, fostering genuine two-way conversations. You'll be first to know what excites our fans and what doesn't.</li><li>Take the lead on building and maintaining high-energy, on-brand community spaces like Discord, Reddit, and Twitter/X. Moderate discussions and make everyone feel seen.</li><li>Identify, scope and execute on co-creation and co-development process with members of the community across hardware and software.</li><li>Identify and nurture brand advocates, creators, and ambassadors. Help them shine.</li><li>Act as the internal community advocate, turning community insights into actionable feedback for product, support, and marketing teams.</li><li>Execute online/offline experiences (AMAs, challenges, virtual hangouts, IRL meetups) that bring the community together.</li><li>Keep up with internet culture, tech trends, and memes - and know when to lean in or stay out.</li></ul>Requirements: <ul><li>Previous experience in community management, social media, or digital brand engagement (preferably in consumer tech or lifestyle brands).</li><li>Deep understanding of internet and community culture, Discord, Reddit, Telegram and Twitter/X. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a tone that's human, witty, and on-brand.</li><li>Experience in project management, especially within the tech industry, and understanding of the product development process.</li><li>Passionate about technology, design, and the people who use it.</li><li>Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a fast-paced, startup-style environment.</li></ul>We are an equal opportunity employer and will always promote a more diverse and inclusive environment. We are committed to being a welcome employer for all candidates.

Community Manager

The Vacancy Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service? Do you get satisfaction from a role that involves multi-tasking and finding solutions? Do you enjoy organising and facilitating social events? McCarthy Stone is the leading UK's retirement living providers. We are looking for a House Manager to join our team at Pele Court in Penrith. Pele Court is an exclusive developments of one and two bedroom retirements apartments for over 60s in a convenient location with easy access to vital local facilities. Hours: 30 hours per week Monday to Friday. Salary: £21,490.34 Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, Employee Assist Scheme, and flexible working hours working in the most beautiful surroundings, generous annual leave entitlement. About the Role of a House Manager We are seeking a customer centric House Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. Our House Manager's key role is to enhance our Homeowner's quality of life and enable them to maintain their independence. This is a diverse role encompassing high level customer service and front of house and facilities management. The successful candidate will be responsible for building a strong community with our homeowners through event coordination, and regular meetings to report company updates and address the priorities of our residents. Some of the House Manager duties within this role include: <ul> <li>Welcoming new Homeowners and supporting them to settle into their apartments. </li> <li>Providing a professional front of house service and dealing all visitors in a friendly manner. </li> <li>Being the first point of contact for all our Homeowners and offering them help, support and advice as necessary. </li> <li>Working in collaboration with our partners and suppliers to ensure the smooth running of the estate </li> <li>Being the 'face' of McCarthy Stone for the families and friends of our Homeowners. </li> <li>Dealing with Homeowners issues with sensitivity and understand the need for confidentiality and respect their privacy. </li> <li>Managing the development -gardens and grounds - in an efficient and effective manner, providing our Homeowners with a safe, secure, well maintained, and pleasant environment </li> <li>Facilitating social interaction and helping Homeowners to enjoy retirement living to the full. </li> <li>Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to. </li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following key competencies: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with a real "can do" attitude. </li> <li>Extensive experience in a professional customer service orientated position. </li> <li>A professional approach with high quality standards. </li> <li>Thrives in a busy a varied role, where every day will be different. </li> <li>Be resilient and can problem solve effectively. </li> <li>An awareness of basic Health and Safety will be a distinct advantage. </li> <li>A good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Outlook. </li> <li>Previous/current work based first aid qualifications will be an advantage although successful candidates will receive all the necessary training on commencement of the role. </li></ul>As part of Your McCarthy Stone, a successful and fast expanding national company, you'll get all the training and support you need to help you meet your career goals from our internal experts. This includes courses such as basic first aid, working safely in the workspace, Dementia Friends training and many more. Could this role be the perfect job for you? Apply now! All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date. McCarthy Stone celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our colleagues. We welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background. #LI-GP1 About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025, McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks ... it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel ... even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

House Manager

Sanctuary manages rented and shared ownership homes and supports community initiatives for thousands of customers across England. Our staff help make a real difference to the quality of people's lives. Scheme Manager Wellington House, Stretford £25,374 - £26,159 per year 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.00pm We have an opportunity for a Scheme Manager to join our team based at Wellington House, Stretford, this role also covers Carron House in Northenden. You will be responsible for providing a high quality housing management service which will include providing tenancy advice, following up communal repairs and promoting independent living. This is a rewarding yet challenging role and is ideal for someone who has previous experience of working with older people in a housing management setting and is aware of safeguarding concerns. This role will also cover Carron House in Northenden. The role of Scheme Manager will include: <ul><li>Providing tenancy advice to residents</li><li>Promoting independent living and sign posting to appropriate agencies </li><li>Encouraging residents to organise and get involved in activities </li><li>Completing mandatory compliance tasks along with health and safety checks</li><li>Reporting and monitoring repairs to conclusion, ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed</li><li>Wellbeing calls to residents via warden call system</li><li>Supporting the lettings team to manage vacant flats</li><li>Providing cover at schemes in the region for other Scheme Managers </li><li>Managing low level anti-social behaviour</li></ul>Skills and experiences: <ul><li>Numeracy and literacy to the equivalent of GCSE Grade C or above in English and Maths</li><li>Some experience of working with older people and understanding their individual needs or similar</li><li>Ability to work alone and manage workloads to meet deadlines </li><li>Working knowledge of handling confidential and sensitive information</li><li>Good interpersonal and customer care skills</li><li>Basic knowledge of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams</li><li>Travel is a requirement of the role, therefore a full valid driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential</li></ul>Why work for us? Sanctuary Housing is one of the UK's leading social landlords, providing around 70,000 homes across England. We give our residents good quality, affordable homes in communities that they can be proud of. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest any surplus we make back into the local communities we serve. Our Benefits As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering: <ul><li>25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays (pro rata)</li></ul><ul><li>A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary</li><li>Life Assurance</li><li>Employee Advice Service including counselling</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Voluntary health plans </li><li>Employee discounts </li><li>Wellbeing support and tools</li><li>Employee recognition scheme</li><li>Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues</li><li>£25,374 per annum (rising to £26,159 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)</li></ul>View the job profile (if the link is unavailable please visit the Sanctuary careers website) Closing Date: 16 June 2025 If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you - <a href="mailto:housing.recruitment@sanctuary.co.uk" target="_blank">housing.recruitment@sanctuary.co.uk</a> We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application. View more detail about what it's like to work for our organisation, and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages at - <a href="http://www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team</a> Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Housing Services Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

Scheme Manager

About The Role Role: Housing Officer X 4 REF 1513183 Contract Length: 3 months with potential extension Location: Northampton IR35: Inside Pay Rate to Intermediary: £24 per hour Spinwell is recruiting for a Housing Officer for an excellent opportunity within the public sector. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE HOUSING OFFICER <ul> <li>Conducting tenancy audits to ensure homes are well maintained</li> <li>Carrying out mutual exchange property inspections</li> <li>Visiting residents during their introductory tenancy period</li> <li>Performing estate and block inspections to maintain high standards</li> <li>Hosting accompanied viewings with prospective tenants</li> <li>Signing up new tenancies, guiding new residents through the process</li> <li>Supporting the compliance team with property access, including for gas entry warrants</li> <li>Assisting the property maintenance team with access for Stock Condition Surveys</li></ul>SKILLS/EXPERIENCE OF THE HOUSING OFFICER <ul> <li>Full UK driving licence &amp; access to your own vehicle </li></ul>If you are a Housing Officer, apply now or send your CV to Spinwell! We welcome all applications regardless of background, in line with our commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion. Applying to this or any other vacancy advertised by Spinwell Ltd constitutes an agreement for Spinwell Ltd to hold your details for 24 months for the purpose of assessing suitability for the advertised position and to make you aware of any other positions deemed suitable of which You will make you aware by means of either email, text or phone. In line with GDPR regulations you are able to request your details be removed from the company data at any time by emailing us

Housing Officer - Council

The Vacancy Join Our Team as a Housing Support Worker! *Please note that this is a fixed-term position which will terminate on 31 March 2026. Do you enjoy helping people gain their independence and thrive? As a Housing Support Worker, you will be working with vulnerable adults who may be experiencing homeless and isolation. You will be self-motivated, solution focused and a forward thinker, with safeguarding awareness to help make a real difference to our people's lives. What you'll bring: <ul> <li> A genuine passion for supporting people with housing and other needs.</li> <li>Experience of providing housing advice in 1-1 and group work settings.</li> <li>The ability to remain calm under pressure and respond to distress with empathy</li> <li>A calm and composed presence, along with an empathetic response to distress</li></ul>Why Join Us? We understand that when people feel supported and valued, they can achieve great things - and we want you to be part of that. Here's what you'll enjoy as part of our team: <ul> <li>Flexible working options to help you balance work and life in a way that suits you.</li> <li>Hybrid working (where applicable) - enjoy the best of both worlds!</li> <li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service - because your time off matters.</li> <li>A wealth of learning and career development opportunities, with paid and tailored training to support your growth.</li> <li>Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme 24/7,including access to counselling and GP services - your wellbeing is a priority.</li> <li>Employer contributory pension scheme to help secure your future.</li> <li>Great maternity, paternity and adoption benefits to support you and your family.</li> <li>Exclusive care workers discounts to make life a little easier.</li> <li>Access to a range of Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility - we embrace and celebrate diversity.</li> <li>A variety of health and wellbeing initiatives to keep you feeling your best.</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme to help you stay active and reduce your carbon footprint.</li> <li>Access to a Corporate Health Plan to support your physical and mental health.</li></ul>We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment where everyone can thrive by being their true self. Join us in driving this important agenda forward and help shape a workplace where all voices are valued! If you're ready to use your skills to help others succeed, we'd love to hear from you. For an informal chat about the role please contact Rebecca Davison, Service Manager via <a href="mailto:Rebecca.davison@foundationuk.org" target="_blank">Rebecca.davison@foundationuk.org</a> or 07841 371 697. Apply Now! The closing date for applications is 8 June 2025, but we may close it early if we receive a high number of strong candidates, so don't delay! Interviews will be held on 17 June 2025. Good Luck! The Company The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.

Housing Support Worker (Complex Needs)

You will be responsible for delivering a sustainable, supportive, and effective end-to-end housing support service to a diverse range of Octavia residents, helping to achieve Octavia's wider vision. Working closely with the Housing Support team, this hands-on role involves a variety of tasks including home visits, property inspections, resident liaison via email and phone, assessments, and attending contractor site visits. A key part of the role is building strong internal and external partnerships to ensure residents live in homes that meet their needs, with effective coordination between residents, departments, and external agencies to ensure timely completion of works. You will actively manage and coordinate the utilisation of adapted properties and oversee the adaptations programme, ensuring delivery within agreed KPIs and to Local Authority standards. The role also includes managing and developing contracts to demonstrate value for money, improving service delivery, and handling complaints through to satisfactory customer resolution. A good understanding of property maintenance, building standards, and contract management is essential, as well as ensuring that adaptation, handyperson, and gardening cases are completed to a high standard. Requirements For this position, we have listed the requirements we believe are essential for this role: Experience <ul> <li>Experience of co-ordinating services dealing with the needs of vulnerable residents within budget and handling complex cases </li> <li>Experience of handling safeguarding cases</li> <li>Understanding and experience of adaptations/repairs management including an understanding of health and safety, fire safety and other property standards legislation </li> <li>Experience of utilising IT (including Microsoft Office) in multi locations</li> </ul>Knowledge <ul> <li> Understanding of the needs of vulnerable older people, and those with complex needs including physical and/or mental health, learning disabilities, and/or chaotic lifestyles</li> <li>Awareness of housing management law and practice, health and safety, housing transfers, repairs and adaptations </li> <li>Knowledge of managing customer contact via a CRM system and online communication channels </li> </ul>Qualifications / Skills <ul> <li> A passion for the continuous improvement of Customer Experience </li> <li>Excellent verbal &amp; written communication skills and ability to influence at different levels</li> <li>Excellent organisational &amp; planning skills</li> <li>Commitment to involving &amp; working in partnership with service users &amp; residents, offering real choice in the way services are delivered to them</li> </ul>Benefits The salary for this role is £32,850 per annum with up to 10% pension contribution. We also offer a fantastic additional benefits: <ul> <li>Flexible-working</li> <li>Life Assurance</li> <li>Employee Wellbeing App/ Mental Health Support</li> <li>Online GP Service</li> <li>Cycle to work</li> <li>Opportunities for self-development with over 60 courses available to self-enrol</li> <li>Opportunities to volunteer in our Charity Retail Stores or on our Befriending Programme</li> </ul>Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. Everyone is welcome. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Housing Support Officer - Adaptations

The Vacancy Here at Wates we have an opportunity for an experienced Resident Liaison Officer to join our established team on a FIXED TERM BASIS FOR 12 MONTHS. The role itself sits within our Planned Maintenance division within our property services team whereby you will be working alongside one of our existing social housing providers. Ideally we are looking for someone located central to the patch which is Birmingham, Coventry, Leicester, Wolverhampton, Walsall and Staffs. Key Accountabilities will include: <ul> <li>Acting as the main point of contact for residents, prioritising their needs and addressing concerns throughout the site works.</li> <li>The role focuses on fostering a safe, secure, and positive living environment while working closely with site staff to minimise disruptions.</li> <li>Clear, proactive communication and meticulous planning will ensure scheduled access to residents' homes, building trust and delivering a seamless, customer-centric experience during the works.</li> <li>Set up, undertake and manage the Tenant/Customer/Resident Liaison Service across multiple sites.</li> <li>Attend regular client representative and tenant meetings to ensure highest level of customer service is provided at all times.</li> <li>Manage the Tenant's Complaints procedures as a point of escalation.</li> <li>Maintain and update the on-site Database to reflect on-going works.</li> <li>Organise and host regular surgeries to address residents' queries, concerns, and feedback.</li> <li>Maintain a structured complaints procedure and handle disputes and damage claims promptly and fairly.</li></ul>Ideally you will be an experienced RLO with a proven track record of successfully managing the workload across planned maintenance programmes. Key traits we look for are someone who is customer focused, reliable, organised, computerate literate/able to use SharePoint etc You must drive due to the travel required for this role. Planned works include kitchens, bathroom and roofing workstreams so if you have experience within the social housing sector of this nature that would be ideal. Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo an Enhanced and Barred Lists Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. Work for Wates Wates is one of the UK's leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment. We are driven by our purpose, 'reimagining places for people to thrive' and our three promises: Thriving places - working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity. Thriving planet - protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners. Thriving people - creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in, and treated with care. We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background. Awards BEST PROJECT Inside Housing Development Awards WINNER 2022 Construction News Awards Winner GOLD AWARD Investors in People 2022 GOLD AWARD Considerate Constructors Schemes (CCS) National Site Awards TOP 50 EMPLOYERS 2022 Top 50 Employers for Women WINNER 2022 Working Families Best Practice Awards

Resident Liaison Officer

Sanctuary manages rented and shared ownership homes and supports community initiatives for thousands of customers across England. Our staff help make a real difference to the quality of people's lives. Housing Officer Paignton - covering Torbay £32,887 - £34,617 per year plus £600 car allowance 37.5 hours per week We are looking for an experienced Housing Officer to join our Housing Operations team. As a Housing Officer you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality housing management service that meets the identified needs of customers and the wider community. The role will involve visiting properties across the region and working with colleagues across different service areas to address a number of issues which could pose risks to the welfare of our residents and the condition of our properties. These include repairs, property neglect, sublet and abandoned properties, hoarding and anti-social behaviour. If you are a hardworking and enthusiastic individual, then this could be the challenge you are looking for. The role of Housing Officer will include: <ul><li>Effective management of anti-social behaviour cases</li><li>Collaboration with colleagues in Property Services and Lettings to ensure the effective allocation of void properties</li><li>Managing tenant expectations about repairs and escalating any property maintenance issues affecting tenant welfare via appropriate channels</li><li>Managing complaints about service delivery</li><li>Working with colleagues in other service areas to help the organisation meet its compliance obligations (fire safety, water hygiene, gas safety and data protection)</li><li>Providing general advice on all aspects of tenancy to enable sustainability</li><li>Working with a range of external agencies to resolve a range of issues affecting tenant welfare including domestic abuse, anti-social behaviour and safeguarding)</li><li>Working with administrative colleagues to complete a range of tenancy management process including tenancy conversions, permissions, mutual exchanges, successions and service charges</li><li>Enforcement of tenancy breaches</li></ul>Skills and experiences: <ul><li>Recent experience undertaking a similar role and a passion for supporting tenancy sustainment and working with vulnerable people</li><li>Proven experience of delivering high quality tenancy and customer service</li><li>Excellent skills in analysing and diagnosing problems and implementing solutions ideally with experience of this in relation to anti-social behaviour</li><li>Excellent communication skills both verbal and written</li><li>Working knowledge of relevant regulations and good practice</li><li>An understanding of Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel and Outlook is essential and knowledge of SAP, ReACT and Radar would be advantageous</li><li>Travel will be a requirement of the role, therefore a full valid driving licence is essential</li></ul>Why work for us? Sanctuary Housing is one of the UK's leading social landlords, providing around 70,000 homes across England. We give our residents good quality, affordable homes in communities that they can be proud of. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest any surplus we make back into the local communities we serve. Our Benefits As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering: <ul><li>25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays</li><li>A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary</li><li>Life Assurance</li><li>Employee Advice Service including counselling</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Voluntary health plans </li><li>Employee discounts </li><li>Wellbeing support and tools</li><li>Employee recognition scheme</li><li>Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues</li><li>£32,887 per annum (rising to £34,617 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)</li></ul>View the job profile (if the link is unavailable please visit the Sanctuary careers website) Closing Date: 12 June 2025 If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you - <a href="mailto:housing.recruitment@sanctuary.co.uk" target="_blank">housing.recruitment@sanctuary.co.uk</a> We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application. View more detail about what it's like to work for our organisation, and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages at - <a href="http://www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team" target="_blank">www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team</a> Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Housing Services Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

Housing Officer

Description Playground Games is looking for a Community Director to join our Fable team on a permanent basis. About us: As a first-party Xbox Game Studio, we are passionate about making genre-defining games that are accessible, beautiful, and, most of all, fun. We are excited to be rebooting the much-loved Fable franchise and are expanding our diverse team to create a new classic in the action RPG genre. About the role: As the Community Director, you will play a pivotal role in fostering and nurturing the vibrant community that surrounds our games. You'll be the primary liaison between our passionate player base and our development team, ensuring that player feedback is heard and addressed. Your responsibilities will include engaging with players across various platforms, organizing events and activities, crafting compelling content for newsletters and social media, and analysing community feedback to drive continuous improvement. The Community Director understands how game communities function, has the ability to communicate effectively and transparently, can handle online toxicity, knows how to increase player engagement and can cultivate and nurture an inclusive environment. This is a permanent role based at our state-of-the-art facilities in Royal Leamington Spa. We have a hybrid work model in place with a minimum of 3 days a week in studio. Relocation assistance is available if required. What you'll do: <ul><li>Utilize your deep understanding of gaming communities to identify player preferences, trends, and concerns. Act as the voice of our players, advocating for their needs and desires within the development process. </li><li>Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively engage with players through newsletters, social media platforms, and other communication channels. Proficiency in editing images and videos will be beneficial for creating engaging content. </li><li>Develop and execute strategic plans for community engagement, including event organization, content scheduling, and project management. Coordinate with marketing and public relations teams to align messaging and activities. </li><li>Utilize analytics tools to track community engagement metrics, website traffic, and social media interactions. Leverage data insights to optimize community strategies and initiatives. </li><li>Demonstrate a deep passion for gaming and a comprehensive understanding of the gaming market. Stay informed about industry trends, game development processes, and the gaming community landscape. </li><li>Build, lead and mentor a team of community specialists, providing guidance, feedback, and support to ensure the team's success in achieving community engagement goals. Delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively to maximize team productivity. </li></ul>What you'll bring: <ul><li>A minimum of 5+ years' experience in a communications and/or community role for a large game or entertainment brand. </li><li>A minimum 3+ years' experience leading and managing community teams on major consumer brands and/or entertainment franchises. </li><li>Demonstrated track record managing major community programs at scale, including new channel growth, developer communications, influencer activations, and content creator initiatives. </li><li>Strong proficiency in written and verbal communication, with experience coordinating and managing content (images, videos, and copy) on all relevant platforms (Facebook, TikTok, Discord). </li><li>Experience managing key stakeholders, including internal teams, external partners, and community influencers, to drive collaborative initiatives and achieve shared goals. </li><li>Expert knowledge of existing and emerging social media platforms, analytics tolls, and trends. </li><li>In-depth knowledge of gaming culture, industry trends, and popular gaming titles. </li><li>Skilled copy writer with an eye for quality and can maintain a consistent voice across platforms. </li><li>Able to identify and mitigate potential social media issues related to cultural sensitivity, inclusivity, and representation in digital communication. </li></ul>Preferred: <ul><li>Advanced degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field. </li><li>Experience being in front of the camera as the representative of the game towards the community. </li><li>Able to travel, including international travel, and work non-standard hours as needed. </li></ul>This is a fantastic opportunity to make world-class games with an established, talented, and collaborative team at one of the industry's most exciting first-party game studios. Playground Games is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we believe that diversity and inclusion fuels creativity. We are dedicated to creating a safe, comfortable and welcoming working environment. We strive to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices of our team members. It drives our innovation and connects us closer to our players. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion across age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. At Playground Games we recognise the importance of self-development, career progression, well-being and retention of our colleagues. We celebrate difference and welcome everyone to join us and to be themselves at work. If you require any reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact us on [email protected]

Community Director

From the day we opened our doors in 1971, MRI Software has built flexible, game-changing real estate software solutions to improve people's lives. The only way to carry out that mission is to hire the absolute best employees on earth. People like you. Work hard, play hard. Always. Our relentless commitment to client success, our employee resource groups and our promise to empower our teams to reach their full potential are a few examples of what makes MRI Software special. And we're insanely dedicated to creating a work environment that you look forward to every single day. That's why we invest heavily in our employee engagement, so you enjoy the tech industry's best perks. Together with the whole Pride, (lion roar for "family") employees, customers, and partners, we're on a mission to break new ground and lead the real estate industry into a digital-first future. We understand the need to provide a flexible working environment partnered with team collaboration and socialisation. Therefore, we operate a hybrid working model with 3 days of working from home per week. This role is based in the UK office (London, Birmingham or Sleaford). The mission for the Pre-Sales Consultant/Sales Engineer is to persuade prospects and clients that MRI solutions will meet their business requirements. The Sales Engineering team at MRI are product experts who support Account Executives and Managers as a strategic resource in deal cycles to help secure and grow Annual Recurring Revenue. Position Overview: The Sales Engineer will collaborate closely with the EMEA Sales Team to deliver presentations, offer application support, and fulfill the technical requirements necessary for expanding existing relationships and acquiring new clients. This role focuses on providing sales demonstration support tailored to EMEA-specific business needs, contributing to sales strategy, demonstrating technical presentation proficiency, and showcasing product expertise. Sales Engineers also collaborate and work closely with other teams such as Marketing, Product Management and Professional Services, in support of successful customer implementations, product decisions and innovation, and the achievement of company growth goals. The ideal candidate excels in presentations, thrives under pressure, meets deadlines proactively, and contributes effectively to a demanding, collaborative team environment. This position is pivotal in driving software license and long-term application support revenue for MRI Software, particularly for the MRI Social Housing suite of solutions. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Act as a technical resource for the MRI sales team from qualification to successful close of the sale.</li><li>Be responsible for providing presales technical / functional support to assigned deals, prospective clients, and existing customers. </li><li>Deliver customer-centric value-based presentations and solution demonstrations.</li><li>Learn the MRI solution set - initially the Social Housing set but working towards a full understanding of all relevant MRI and partner solutions.</li><li>Develop the capability to demonstrate the value of MRI solutions to prospects and clients at a high level within 45 business days.</li><li>Add value to the team through optimization or improvement of our team discussions or content in your area of expertise.</li><li>Develop, design, validate, and assist in positioning MRI software capabilities to include advanced product concepts and 3rd party complimentary interfaces.</li><li>Able to deliver proof of concept that can be used to establish viability, address technical issues, demonstrate alignment with discovered client needs, and advance the sales process.</li><li>Evoke prospect and client confidence while positioning MRI offerings and architecture in the best possible light.</li><li>Present both the functional capabilities and business value of MRI software applications including demonstrating deep familiarity with MRI direction, product roadmap and industry presence.</li><li>Respond effectively to Tenders alongside the Sales and Bid teams.</li><li>Contribute directly to attaining or exceeding quarterly and annual objectives assigned by management.</li></ul>Requirements: <ul><li>Strong presentation, written and verbal skills. Ability to demonstrate MRI solutions in their best light to clients and prospects.</li><li>Ability to "think on your feet" responding to client / prospect requests and questions during demonstrations.</li><li>Clear and articulate presentation of value proposition and benefits of the solution to the client / prospect at multiple levels within the organisation (end-user, project sponsor, and C-suite executives).</li><li>Assist with multiple opportunities at any given time and demonstrate flexibility to respond to changing priorities.</li><li>Demonstrate MRI solutions in line with client / prospect business processes to show why our solutions are the best fit for the organisation. </li><li>Thorough understanding of systems, application design and integration methods.</li><li>Ability to engage with and influence C-level decision-makers effectively.</li><li>Demonstrated problem-solving skills for improving business processes and resolving complex technical issues.</li><li>Willingness to work independently with minimal direction as part of a team to address technical and business challenges.</li><li>Ability to travel as required, with some travel potentially being international and occasionally on short notice.</li></ul>We're obsessed with making this the best job you've ever had! We want our teams to love working here, so we've created some incredible perks for you to enjoy: <ul><li>We want our teams to love working here, so we've created some incredible perks for you to enjoy: </li><li>Join our employee-led groups to maximise your experience at work such as our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee, employee resource groups such as Women and Allies, and our Pride Event Group. </li><li>Enjoy peace of mind over yours and your family's health with our Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan. </li><li>Invest in our competitive Personal Pension plan and help set you up for your future. </li><li>Big on family? So are we! We understand family is important and being able to spend quality time with your family as it grows is a wonderful experience. Our Parental Leave Program is designed to give you the opportunity to spend even more time with your new arrival(s). </li><li>Enjoy a fantastic work-life balance with 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays, in addition to a bank of 15 hours of "Flex Time Off" to be used whenever and however you choose!</li><li>Income Protection Plans give you the peace of mind you deserve. </li><li>Further your professional development and growth with our generous Tuition Reimbursement Schemes. </li><li>Enjoy the flexibility of working from anywhere in the world for two weeks out of the year! </li></ul>MRI continues to strive to amaze as a global industry leader in real estate software. Whether you are joining as a new pride member or bringing your expertise back, your talent is important to maintaining MRI's high client experience standard and continuing our growth in the PropTech space. Amazing growth takes amazing employees. Are you up to the challenge? We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting remarkable candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you! As a global company, we believe diversity brings benefits for our people, customers and clients. This is why MRI Software is committed to being an inclusive employer, regardless of your ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military and veteran status. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion are values that are critical to our success; come and see for yourself.

Sales Engineer (Social Housing)

Bank Project Worker The Maples, Barnstaple, EX32 £13.34 per hour Hours as and when required Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Project Worker at our Homelessness Service, The Maples, Barnstaple. At Sanctuary Supported Living, we specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, tenancy, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible. We're a national organisation, but we're not-for-profit and we think locally by putting our customers at the heart of what we do. We're committed to being our best and helping customers to be their best, as we support them on their pathways for independence. No matter your job - delivering support directly or working in our offices to support our frontline teams - your work makes a difference every day. And working with us isn't just another job. It's rewarding, inspiring, exciting and it provides an opportunity to make a real, positive impact on people's lives. Plus, we'll support you in reaching your aspirations and career goals, through comprehensive training and benefits. The role of Project Worker will include: <ul> <li>Providing support to encourage our customers who have faced homelessness to maximise their own potential and independence</li> <li>Assessing customers' needs by writing and updating support plans</li> <li>Being a first point of call to receive and direct all customer queries</li> <li>Developing relationships with customers, ensuring that customers maintain personal choice, privacy, and dignity</li> <li>Liaising with external support links to improve customers' confidence, health and wellbeing and offer training and encouragement towards employment and education</li> <li>Handling occasional emergency situations</li> <li>Keeping accurate and high-quality written records</li></ul>Skills and experiences: <ul> <li>Experience of working with adults who have experienced homelessness</li> <li>Enthusiastic and flexible with a strong "can-do" attitude</li> <li>Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative</li> <li>Strong organisational skills as well as functional literacy and numeracy</li> <li>Ability to react quickly to changing priorities whilst working to deadlines and targets</li> <li>NVQ3 in Health and Social Care, or willingness to work towards is essential</li></ul>Are you ready to be your best? Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we'll reward you: <ul> <li>At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus public holidays) pro rata</li> <li>A pension scheme with employer contributions</li> <li>A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers</li> <li>Health and well-being plans</li> <li>Life assurance</li> <li>Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working</li> <li>Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme</li> <li>A wide range of learning and development opportunities</li></ul>Job Reference: 223865 We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK. If you are applying internally, don't forget to use your internal careers account to submit your application. We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Don't miss out, please apply early. Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.

Bank Homeless Project Worker

The Vacancy Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service? Do you get satisfaction from a role that involves multi-tasking and finding solutions? Do you enjoy organising and facilitating social events? McCarthy Stone is the leading UK's retirement living providers. We are looking for a House Manager to lead their estate at Norton Court, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire. Hours: 25 hours per week Monday to Friday, working throughout the year. Salary: £17,908.61 ACTUAL plus benefits and bonus Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, Employee Assist Scheme, and flexible working hours working in the most beautiful surroundings, generous annual leave (starts at 25 days and will rise to 28 days max (1 additional day per year) plus bank holidays), entitlement access to benefits platform offering discounted Gift Cards and eGifts and offers for leading brands including restaurants and supermarkets. About the Role of a House Manager We are seeking a customer centric House Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. Our House Manager's key role is to enhance our Homeowner's quality of life and enable them to maintain their independence. This is a diverse role encompassing high level customer service and front of house and facilities management. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a strong community with our homeowners through event coordination, and regular meetings to report company updates and address the priorities of our residents. We welcome applications from candidates who have experience of working in front line services, or customer service management roles. Some of the House Manager duties within this role include: <ul> <li>Welcoming new Homeowners and supporting them to settle into their apartments.</li> <li>Providing a professional front of house service and dealing all visitors in a friendly manner.</li> <li>Being the first point of contact for all our Homeowners and offering them help, support and advice as necessary.</li> <li>Working in collaboration with our partners and suppliers to ensure the smooth running of the estate</li> <li>Being the 'face' of McCarthy Stone for the families and friends of our Homeowners.</li> <li>Dealing with Homeowners issues with sensitivity and understand the need for confidentiality and respect their privacy.</li> <li>Managing the development -gardens and grounds - in an efficient and effective manner, providing our Homeowners with a safe, secure, well maintained, and pleasant environment</li> <li>Facilitating social interaction and helping Homeowners to enjoy retirement living to the full.</li> <li>Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to.</li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following key competencies: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with a real "can do" attitude.</li> <li>Extensive experience in a professional customer service orientated position.</li> <li>A professional approach with high quality standards.</li> <li>Thrives in a busy a varied role, where every day will be different.</li> <li>Be resilient and can problem solve effectively.</li> <li>An awareness of basic Health and Safety will be a distinct advantage.</li> <li>A good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Outlook.</li> <li>Previous/current work based first aid qualifications will be an advantage although successful candidates will receive all the necessary training on commencement of the role.</li></ul>As part of McCarthy &amp; Stone Management Service, a successful and fast expanding national company, you'll get all the training and support you need to help you meet your career goals from our internal experts. This includes courses such as basic first aid, working safely in the workspace, Dementia Friends training and many more. Could this role be the perfect job for you? Apply now! All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date. McCarthy Stone celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our colleagues. We welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background. McCarthy Stone does not currently offer sponsorship. We are only able to consider those that have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship. #LI-GM1 About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025, McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks ... it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel ... even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

CLOSING DATE: Thursday, 12th June 2025 Job Title: Homeless Prevention Worker Reports to: Homeless Prevention Coordinator Salary: Scale 6, Points 26-28, £26,229 - £27,982 per annum, pro rata Hours of work: 37.5 Hours per week 12 month Fixed Term Contract Key Responsibilities: ASSESSMENT/SUPPORT <ul> <li>To provide good quality information, advice &amp; signposting where required</li> </ul><ul> <li>To process and triage referrals - agency and self-referrals via telephone, electronic and walk-ins. </li> </ul><ul> <li>To undertake comprehensive and detailed assessments of housing and support needs and risks, to ensure the prevention of homelessness, where safe to do so.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To undertake investigations into housing and personal history to ascertain eligibility, priority need and local connection, on behalf of the local authority.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To ensure relevant background checks are undertaken to assist in the development of a robust risk management plan. </li> </ul><ul> <li>To ensure the proper process is followed to obtain GDPR, Declaration &amp; Consent from young people</li> </ul><ul> <li>To maintain accurate and professional electronic case records, ensuring internal and external data and monitoring systems are kept up to date at all times. </li> </ul><ul> <li>To provide high quality homelessness and housing options to young people, ensuring that their needs are met and expectations managed.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To make and issue decisions in line with legislation under the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To present cases where a homelessness main duty is owed under the relief pathway in a timely manner to the local authority.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To manage a case load of young people through the prevention and/or relief pathways.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To build and maintain effective and professional working relationships with internal and external partners/agencies. </li> </ul><ul> <li>To provide a holistic multi agency response to young people's housing and support needs.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To develop and maintain detailed Personalized Housing Plans (PHP) to ensure young people are:</li> </ul><ul> <li>referred on and signposted appropriately to relevant services e.g. Floating Support, specialist agencies</li> </ul><ul> <li>engaging with the actions of their PHP</li> </ul><ul> <li>provided with the relevant support (56 day duty), leading to the prevention or relief of homelessness</li> </ul><ul> <li>To operate within a duty system at the Youth Hub.</li> </ul>HOME VISIT &amp; MEDIATION <ul> <li>To undertake mediation sessions with young people and their excluders to improve relationships and prevent homelessness incl. initial meetings and family sessions.</li> <li>To utilize agreed assessment tools to identify the needs of a young person and their families, so that plans made are shared, evidence based and agreed to by all. </li> <li>To undertake home visits and accompany young people to appointments, where appropriate.</li> <li>To plan, implement, review and evaluate interventions to ensure positive outcomes for young people and their families, in line with prevention and/or relief pathway duties.</li> </ul>ADVOCACY <ul> <li>To promote young people's comprehension of assessment and application processes, ensuring that they are supported to fully understand their rights, decision outcomes and the decision review process. </li> </ul><ul> <li>To advise and advocate on issues relating to benefits, accessing specialist support services, housing rights etc. ensuring the young people are fully supported to access such services</li> </ul>To utilise legal advice services to effectively advocate on a young person's behalf. QUALIFICATIONS Essential: <ul> <li>GCSE English and Maths - C Grade and above or equivalent</li> </ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>NVQ 3 Advice &amp; Guidance, Health &amp; Social Care or equivalent or working towards Youth Work, Social Work or equivalent </li> <li>Housing qualification</li> </ul>ROLE EXPERIENCE Essential: <ul> <li>Working with young people in the following settings/Types of work - Youth Work, Residential or Social Work, Probation, Community Work, Education and Training, Housing.</li> <li>Delivering frontline triage or assessment service</li> </ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>Working with volunteers/students</li> </ul>KNOWLEDGE: Essential: <ul> <li>Housing Rights, Welfare Reform Knowledge</li> <li>Housing Legislation; i.e. Housing Act and Homelessness Reduction Act</li> <li>Knowledge of Children's Act i.e. Section 17, 20 and 47</li> <li>Knowledge of and commitment to E.O.P/Anti-Discriminatory practice</li> </ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>Knowledge of Social Skills/Job Training Skills</li> <li>Ability to work with figures</li> <li>Ability to maintain and improve standards</li> </ul>Locations Solihull, Birmingham

Homeless Prevention Worker - Solihull

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Marketing Executive to join our Housing Partnerships team in Bolton. The main purpose of the role is to raise the profile (awareness) of Housing Partnerships and Engineering Services business, by developing and creating engaging content for both internal and external audiences across a wide variety of digital and offline platforms. Benefits: Competitive Salary / 26 Days Holidays / Pension Scheme / Free Parking / Private Health Care / Professional Development &amp; Training Opportunities / Free Wellbeing Initiatives such as eye care vouchers, occupational health, employee assistance programme / Ministry of Fun / Flexible Working / Online Retailer Discounts (Seddon Smartspending) What you'll do: <ul> <li>Work with the board and Marketing Manager to develop the brand and marketing strategy for the Housing Partnerships and Engineering Services businesses</li> <li>Work with the board to develop a plan for capturing and sharing customer feedback at key stages of the customer lifecycle </li> <li>Develop suitable case studies to fit with our brand strategy focusing on outcomes and impacts on people and communities - for award submissions, PR activity and use in bids</li> <li>Work with the PR company, and board of directors and Marketing Manager to develop content for all media channels</li> <li>Develop Housing Partnerships social media strategy and presence alongside the Content Marketing Assistant - including training and mentoring the board to post.</li> <li>Ensure content is updated on the website</li> <li>Plan, design and create engaging content for Yammer and the Hub channels alongside the Marketing Manager and Content Marketing Assistant</li> <li>Help with production of team briefs</li> <li>Assist in organising communication events</li> <li>Lead on the programme of award submissions around the yearly planner.</li> <li>Help co-ordinate guests and logistics for dinners etc</li> <li>Develop a calendar of social events, awards, networking etc that assist in delivering the plan of raising business profile to stakeholders</li> <li>Develop the brand and marketing strategy for events including themes, topics, stand design and marketing collateral</li> <li>Attend events and represent the business in a professional manner</li> <li>Support bid teams in document design and templates</li> <li>Liaison and co-ordination with Business Development teams to create content for use in bids and tenders</li> <li>Develop active listening skills - asking questions to understand the customers challenges and not just to sell solutions</li> <li>May be required to write sections of bids or PQQ's - as necessary</li> </ul>Have you got what it takes: <ul> <li>Ideally at least 1 to 2 years' experience working in similar role</li> <li>Excellent communications skills, including writing, editing, and speaking; ability to communicate simply and effectively.</li> <li>Creative, flexible and able to work well with others.</li> <li>Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders</li> <li>Ability to work as part of a team with demonstrable initiative and enthusiasm</li> <li>Ability to work effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines</li> <li>Excellent IT skills across the Microsoft package as well as Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator</li> <li>Confident and outgoing personality</li> <li>Well organised with excellent attention to detail</li> <li>Self-motivated with Excellent time management and organisational skills</li> <li>Competent using Premier Pro, After Effects and other video editing software (not essential).</li> <li>Creative, flexible and able to work well with others.</li> <li>Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders</li> </ul>

Marketing Executive

The Vacancy Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service? Do you get satisfaction from a role that involves multi-tasking and finding solutions? Do you enjoy organising and facilitating social events? McCarthy Stone is the leading UK's retirement living providers. We are looking for a House Manager to lead their estate at their Lorne Court development in Mosley West Midlands. Hours: 30 hours per week Monday to Friday, working throughout the year. Salary: ACTUAL £ £21,490.34 plus benefits and bonus. Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, Employee Assist Scheme, and flexible working hours working in the most beautiful surroundings, generous annual leave (starts at 25 days and will rise to 28 days max (1 additional day per year) plus bank holidays), entitlement access to benefits platform offering discounted Gift Cards and eGifts and offers for leading brands including restaurants and supermarkets. About the Role of a House Manager We are seeking a customer centric House Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. Our House Manager's key role is to enhance our Homeowner's quality of life and enable them to maintain their independence. This is a diverse role encompassing high level customer service and front of house and facilities management. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a strong community with our homeowners through event coordination, and regular meetings to report company updates and address the priorities of our residents. We welcome applications from candidates who have experience of working in front line services, or customer service management roles. Some of the House Manager duties within this role include: <ul> <li>Welcoming new Homeowners and supporting them to settle into their apartments.</li> <li>Providing a professional front of house service and dealing all visitors in a friendly manner.</li> <li>Being the first point of contact for all our Homeowners and offering them help, support and advice as necessary.</li> <li>Working in collaboration with our partners and suppliers to ensure the smooth running of the estate</li> <li>Being the 'face' of McCarthy Stone for the families and friends of our Homeowners.</li> <li>Dealing with Homeowners issues with sensitivity and understand the need for confidentiality and respect their privacy.</li> <li>Managing the development -gardens and grounds - in an efficient and effective manner, providing our Homeowners with a safe, secure, well maintained, and pleasant environment</li> <li>Facilitating social interaction and helping Homeowners to enjoy retirement living to the full.</li> <li>Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to.</li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following key competencies: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with a real "can do" attitude.</li> <li>Extensive experience in a professional customer service orientated position.</li> <li>A professional approach with high quality standards.</li> <li>Thrives in a busy a varied role, where every day will be different.</li> <li>Be resilient and can problem solve effectively.</li> <li>An awareness of basic Health and Safety will be a distinct advantage.</li> <li>A good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Outlook.</li> <li>Previous/current work based first aid qualifications will be an advantage although successful candidates will receive all the necessary training on commencement of the role.</li></ul>As part of McCarthy &amp; Stone Management Service, a successful and fast expanding national company, you'll get all the training and support you need to help you meet your career goals from our internal experts. This includes courses such as basic first aid, working safely in the workspace, Dementia Friends training and many more. Could this role be the perfect job for you? Apply now! All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date. McCarthy Stone celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our colleagues. We welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background. McCarthy Stone does not currently offer sponsorship. We are only able to consider those that have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship. About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025, McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks ... it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel ... even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

The Vacancy Full Time: 37hrs - Permanent Contract x 1, Fixed Term Contracts x 2 (1 x 6 Months, 1 x 12 Months) Proposed Interview Date: TBC We have an exciting opportunity for a Neighbourhood Officer to work as part of a customer focused, collaborative team responsible for the management of the Trust's estates. Key Responsibilities Include: <ul> <li>To investigate all complaints in respect of neighbour nuisance and anti-social behaviour and take steps to resolve these within the Trust's policies and procedures.</li> <li>Undertake regular Estate inspections to ensure that estates are managed to a high standard, engaging with the Community and leading on Community Improvement Grant projects</li> <li>To carry out tenant consultation on issues of housing management and encourage participation generally. To attend evening meetings as required in connection with Tenant and Resident Involvement.</li> <li>To work effectively with all members of the Housing Operations Team to ensure that tenants and other customers receive a high-quality service. Continually look to improve the effectiveness and efficiency improve effectiveness and efficiency of processes and procedures</li></ul>Please see the attached Role Profile for the full list of responsibilities Our Ideal Candidate Will Have: <ul> <li>Experience of working within Housing or a similar customer focused organisation.</li> <li>An understanding of the importance of confidentiality and data protection of business information.</li> <li>Possess excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with various audiences both in writing and verbally.</li> <li>Excellent time management skills, including an ability to prioritise workload and meet targets. </li> <li>Able to work as part of a team and also able to work independently without the need of close supervision.</li> <li>Possess a high level of accuracy and attention to detail when recording information.</li> <li>Possess good IT skills to include use of Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams. </li> <li>Full, current, valid driving licence.</li></ul>Please note this role is subject to a Basic DBS check The Company We are a housing association based in Norfolk providing quality homes and services to people across the county and in Suffolk. We manage over 6,000 homes including affordable homes for those in housing need who cannot afford to rent or buy in the open market. We offer specialist homes for older and vulnerable adults and are committed to providing new homes to help solve the housing crisis. At Saffron We have a huge commitment to our employees. We want the team at Saffron to be happy, empowered, motivated and feel proud to be part of the Saffron community. We know by having great people we can do a great job for our tenants. We trust our staff to do the right thing and we are looking for people whose values are aligned with ours (PACE - Professional, Accountable, Collaborative and Evolving). You will have the freedom to learn and grow. We are passionate about investing in our people, providing them with the skills they need now, and for their future aspirations. We do this by offering a blend of learning opportunities, including our innovative e-learning platform where learning is self-directed allowing people to learn what they want, when they want to. We work with and support our people to work in an agile way to ensure that have the right work/life balance. They have the choice to work in the office, work from home, coffee shop, park or a combination of all. We have recently refurbished our offices to encourage collaborative, agile working. As an inclusive employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and have a zero tolerance policy relating to discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Saffron Community. Our Strategy Inspiring Trust Tenants have told us earning their trust is vital. Through our Saffron Community Membership we are committed to both understand and transform the way our tenants and their communities feel about Saffron. We intend to do this by delivering reliable demand-led services and openly involving tenants and their communities in our work. Inspiring Community Saffron exists for the benefit of the community. We are committed to people being able to live independently in warm and affordable homes and see the climate challenge as a great opportunity to renew homes and communities across Norfolk and Suffolk. By 2030 all our tenants will live in homes that are at least EPC category C and the average SAP rating of their homes will be higher than 80. We intend to be carbon neutral by 2045. Inspiring Organisation A place where colleagues can flourish. To make the biggest impact we need to be an inclusive organisation to work with and work for, motivated by delivering great value for tenants. By 2050 we intend to become one of the best 10 housing associations to work for, work in partnership with others and before 2030 double our investment in improving homes and communities. Governance We will operate in a culture where strong governance, compliance and risk assessment is business as usual. Homes We will actively manage our existing homes, and deliver new affordable housing to provide quality homes for current and future customers. Our Benefits Generous holiday entitlement A cycle to work scheme Private medical insurance Salary sacrifice car scheme Shopping discounts Access to our Employee Assistance Programme staff recognition awards Support for your qualifications Pension Access to our mental health first aiders

Neighbourhood Officer

Job title: Residential Practitioner Salary: C1 £27,711 - £30,060 (pro rata) plus weekend enhancements and sleep in allowance where appropriate. Hours: Various Contract: Permanent Leeds City Council is seeking compassionate and dedicated Residential Practitioners to join our outstanding children's services. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of children and young people, guiding them towards adulthood and independence. Your support will be instrumental in helping them overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. There are a range of opportunities available across the city including full-time, part-time and waking nights working. We want Leeds to be a city where all children are safe, happy and healthy, do well at school, fulfil their potential and grow up to be active citizens with voice and influence.â€ This is your chance to join us and support our Child Friendly Leeds ambition. We are proud to align our work with the council's values and ambitions , placing children and families at the heart of everything we do. If you're ready to bring your empathy, energy, and dedication to this vital role, we'd love to hear from you. About youâ€ As a Residential Practitioner you will bring to the role:â€ <ul> <li>a good standard of literacy and numeracy, with basic computer literacyâ€</li> <li>Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care (or equivalent), or commitment to achieving the qualification within a reasonable period (we pay the course fees)â€</li> <li>recent experience supporting children or young people with additional emotional/behavioural issues - this may be from employment, volunteering, student placements or personal lifeâ€</li> <li>excellent communication and listening skills, teamwork and emotional intelligenceâ€â€</li> <li>flexibility to work shifts including weekends, bank holidays and nightsâ€</li> </ul>About the roleâ€â€ Based in one of our children's homes, you'll be part of a supportive team at that prioritises your well-being and personal development. Your responsibilities will include: <ul> <li>Creating a safe, caring living environment.</li> <li>Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.</li> <li>Nurturing each child's personal development, education and wider learning.</li> </ul>This role offers immense job satisfaction as you witness the positive changes you facilitate in the lives of children and young people daily. Basic salary £27,711 rising incrementally to £30,060 (pro rata for part time) In addition, enhancements are paid for unsocial hours and sleeping in duties. Time and a half is paid for weekend working (if applicable). What we offerâ€ We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including:â€ <ul> <li>a competitive salary plus enhancements for nights and weekendsâ€â€</li> <li>generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holiday allowanceâ€</li> <li>a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities, including support to study for relevant qualificationsâ€</li> <li>membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributionsâ€</li> <li>a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go furtherâ€</li> </ul>How to applyâ€ Please complete the online application formâ€. Read our guidance for further advice. Please check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application. â€ If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about the role please email <a href="mailto:workinginchildrenshomes@leeds.gov.uk" target="_blank">workinginchildrenshomes@leeds.gov.uk</a> . A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check against the Children's or Adults' barred list as applicable will be carried out on preferred candidates. Read our recruitment of ex-offenders policy We welcome applications from everyone and actively seek a diverse range of applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. We particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to, women, carers, veterans as well as LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled and care experienced people. This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £38,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Ensure you are eligible before applying. Job description Job purpose The Residential Practitioner's role is to support, encourage and safeguard children and young people in their development, enabling them to make positive contributions to their families, society and local communities. You will do this by fostering positive relationships and maintaining strong bonds between children and staff based on shared daily life and routines, joint activities and established boundaries of acceptable behaviour. Special conditions This post is subject to a higher level check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining employment; this will depend on the circumstances and background to any offence. Responsibilities <ul> <li>Undertake key worker role, implement care plans, conduct risk assessments and devise support and health plans</li> <li>Provide and maintain a safe, stimulating and secure living and learning environment supporting day-to-day physical and emotional needs</li> <li>Work with professionals and communities of origin to sustain links and understand past problems</li> <li>Nurture children's ambitions for their future and their learning, both in and out of school</li> <li>Support children and young people's emotional, mental and physical health needs to build self-esteem</li> <li>Respect privacy whilst maintaining a duty of care ensuring that living spaces are clean and safe</li> <li>Provide appropriate levels of personal care for children and young people with disabilities and complex needs, including bathing, toileting, dressing, changing and feeding as appropriate</li> <li>Ensure that all records are accurate, up to date and GDPR compliant</li> <li>Manage complex and challenging behaviour in an assertive, restorative and sensitive manner</li> <li>Work to reduce the likelihood that a child/young person becomes criminalised, encouraging restorative approaches and outcomes</li> <li>Hours of work are primarily determined by the needs of the service and are worked on a rota basis including undertaking sleep-ins, early mornings, late evenings, weekends and bank holidays</li> <li>Maintain a close working relationship with colleagues, external agencies, families and the wider public</li> <li>Be flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required, commensurate to grade</li> <li>Participate in appraisal, training and development activities to ensure up-to-date knowledge and skills Improve own practice through observation, evaluation, discussion and development programmes</li> <li>Work collaboratively with colleagues, knowing when to seek help and advice</li> <li>Contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the service by attending relevant meetings, training days and events as requested</li> <li>Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures such as child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person</li> <li>Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all by working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding and promoting the values, standards and equal opportunities of Leeds City Council</li> <li>Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment or victimisation and any form of abuse of equal opportunities, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures</li> <li>The council has adopted a flexibility protocol and this role will be expected to work within these parameters</li> <li>The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post</li> </ul>Qualifications <ul> <li>To work in this role you must hold the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care or equivalent. If you do not hold the diploma we will fund you to study for the qualification. You must complete the diploma within a reasonable period, normally 2 years after starting work. Failure to achieve the Level 3 Diploma will prevent you from continuing in this post.</li> <li>You must demonstrate good literacy and numeracy, through qualifications or a skills test completed at interview.</li> </ul>Essential requirements It is essential that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post. Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate that they meet all the essential requirements: <ul> <li>Flexibility to travel and work across different work locations including providing support to children living within family settings as appropriate</li> <li>Availability to work on a rota basis and change work patterns as reasonably required, including undertaking sleep-ins, early mornings, late evenings, weekends and bank holidays</li> <li>Ability to build relationships and actively engage with individual and groups of children and young people</li> <li>Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with a wide range of people</li> <li>Maintenance of accurate manual and digital records in accordance with GDPR</li> <li>Use of initiative to adapt to changing circumstances and develop solutions to issues</li> <li>Skills in managing conflict and aggression using de-escalation techniques</li> <li>Good standards of literacy and numeracy, demonstrated through qualifications or skills test</li> <li>Understanding of responsibilities in terms of health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection</li> <li>Understanding of the needs of looked after children and the importance of advocacy for children and young people</li> <li>Basic computer literacy and of the use of Microsoft packages</li> <li>Recent experience of working with young people or vulnerable adults who may have emotional or behavioural difficulties, in either a paid or voluntary capacity</li> <li>Be physically fit enough to carry out all requirements of the role including the use of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) to manage challenging behaviour as required</li> <li>Essential behavioural and other characteristics</li> <li>Committed to continuous improvement in all areas and work towards delivering the Best City Ambition of Health and Wellbeing, Inclusive Growth and Zero Carbon.</li> <li>Able to understand and observe Leeds City Council equality and diversity policies.</li> <li>Carry out all duties having regard to an employee's responsibility under Health and Safety Policies.</li> <li>Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities.</li> <li>Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade.</li> <li>Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities.</li> <li>Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures.</li> <li>Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding, equality &amp; diversity policies of Leeds City Council.</li> <li>Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, victimisation, and any form of abuse, reporting any concerns to the appropriate person.</li> <li>The council has adopted a flexibility protocol and the role will be expected to work within these parameters. </li> </ul>

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