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My client is a leading and award-winning Top 40 Law Firm with offices throughout the UK. Having been recognised as the leading legal employer and 9th overall employer at the annual Britian's Top Employers awards 2022 and achieved record rankings in Chambers UK. Currently recruiting for a 5 YR PQE Principal Associate Solicitor (Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor) to join the Construction team. ideally based in Liverpool or Birmingham. (other locations considered) Forming part of the Real Estate Department the Construction team is a nationally recognised practice providing a complete range of legal and advisory services on all aspects of Construction law. We advise on construction risk management from procurement to completion (projects and dispute management across a broad range of sectors). The team acts for private and public sector clients including developers, healthcare providers, education institutions, transport authorities, main contractors, sub-contractors and consultants. We act across a wide range of sectors with clients involved in commercial development, PRS, student accommodation, local government, transport, education, health, utilities, energy and investment. From a non-contentious perspective, the Construction team drafts and negotiates on all the major standard forms of contract, including JCT and NEC4. From a contentious (disputes) perspective the construction team advises and acts on all forms of construction dispute resolution, including adjudication, arbitration, proceedings in the TCC, mediation and expert determination. We have been involved in a range of projects from multi-million-pound developments to high value multi-party disputes. Main duties and responsibilities To manage a caseload and assist other case handlers with their caseloads of non-contentious construction work working on behalf of the types of clients referred to in the "Department" section above. Manage a caseload of construction work. Assist other members of the team with their caseloads of Construction work (non-contentious) Draft and negotiate contracts, appointments and supporting documents. Carry out other case handling advice and duties. Work with the members of the existing Construction team to develop client relationships and business opportunities. Achieve set financial and chargeable targets KPIs. Ensure relevant deadlines and quality measures are adhered to Comply with relevant Weightmans and client policies and procedures. This list is not intended to be exhaustive, and you will have other duties and responsibilities that fall within the remit of the role. About You 5 years PQE experience is essential/preferred. Excellent teamwork skills Strong academics and technical knowledge Experience of and keen interest in real estate work Excellent IT and typing skills. Excellent communication skills Excellent time management and organisation skills Ability to multi-task and prioritise. Ability to work to strict deadlines and targets. Flexible approach Benefits: 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rated for part time) Agile / working from office & home including provision of home office equipment Healthcare cover/ Medicash. Pension plan / Life Insurance 4 x salary Interest free travel loan scheme Employee Assistance Programme including counselling, legal and consumer advice service. Discounted gym membership & Discounted dental scheme Cycle to work scheme. Great reward and recognition scheme Eligibility to work in the UK Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process. All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home office criteria for Visa sponsorship. Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa before applying. If this role is of interest and you have the relevant PQ Experience, then do please forward your CV to Julie O'Leary and call to discuss further.
Facilities & Property Asset Manager! Salary: £60,000 Location: Hybrid - 4 days office (East London, close to Stratford), 1 day home Are you an experienced Facilities & Property Asset Manager with a passion for excellence? If so Join this leading housing company situated in East London and play a vital role in maintaining and developing their facilities and asset management services. Role Overview: You will oversee a growing portfolio of residential projects across Newham and local areas, ensuring their homes are well-maintained, secure, clean, and compliant with all statutory requirements. Your commitment to delivering excellent customer service to all residents will be paramount. Key Responsibilities: " Manage overall services provided within the facility. " Procure, project manage, supervise, and coordinate contractor work and service contracts/suppliers. " Inspect completed work, address deficiencies, and produce detailed reports. " Prepare tender documents for maintenance and facilities management contracts. " Supervise their term partnering maintenance contract for all buildings and homes. " Oversee defects works, liaising with Development and Construction teams, managing works under defects liability periods. " Lead their energy centre strategy, maintaining communal facilities, heat networks, and managing energy procurement and billing compliance. " Develop Asset Management systems for long-term maintenance and refurbishment. " Collaborate with the new homes team on future developments and project handovers. " Direct and coordinate essential services such as reception, security, maintenance, cleaning, and waste disposal. " Produce monthly and quarterly reports on service efficiency and budget performance. " Adopt efficient procurement practices for maximum value for money. " Maintain comprehensive records to ensure a 'Golden thread' in asset data. " Conduct post-work inspections. " Implement customer surveys following repairs. " Plan space allocation and resource utilisation for new or reorganised buildings. " Respond to emergencies and urgent issues. " Develop annual maintenance and service budgets, assisting with service charge forecasts. " Ensure proper care and landscaping of surrounding grounds. " Interview and hire facility employees and contractors as needed. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: " 5 years of facilities or asset management experience in the residential and real estate market. " Degree in Construction, Project Management, Facilities Management, or a related field. " Strong understanding of current and future Building Safety requirements. " Excellent organisational skills in a dynamic facilities management environment. " Proven track record of delivering high-quality customer service and satisfaction. " Strong project management skills. " Analytical and problem-solving abilities. " Solid understanding of public procurement and negotiation skills. " Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and networking skills. " Ability to multitask and prioritise workloads effectively. " Strong presentation skills and inclusive meeting management. " Confident decision-making. " Excellent time management. " Team player with leadership and motivational skills. " Clear and concise writing skills for handling complex documents. " IT fluency with property management and maintenance software, as well as proficiency in Excel and Word. Personal Style and Behaviour: " Driven and results oriented. " Trustworthy and credible role model. " Highly motivated with strong work standards and ethics. " Confident personality with strong interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder management. " Ability to make sound judgments in challenging situations. " Team player who can contribute to wider project objectives. Apply now for this excellent opportunity and make a significant impact on the quality and safety of their residents' homes! Apply now to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional facilities and property asset management.