Assistant Manager
Mitchells & Butlers PLC - North Weald Bassett, United Kingdom
Up to £38000.00 per annum plus tips, plus bonus
PermanentFull time
No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you! As Assistant Manager at Miller & Carter - Harlow, you’ll bring your experience to the table, supporting the General Manager in leading your team to success. Through your passion and drive you will motivate your team to deliver excellent guest experience, mentoring each individual to be the best that they can be! Join us at Miller and Carter, the home of the Steak Geeks. We take the bull by the horns. Picture perfect steaks, butchered, aged and cooked to perfection. We add a special touch to every occasion. If you fancy yourself as a steak geek, we want to hear from you. All management employees are enrolled onto our unique and industry leading 3 day Steak School, and we are proud as the ONLY restaurant chain to be awarded ‘The Masters of Steak' accreditation. WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Amazing progression opportunities! We believe in growing our own talent. Last year, we promoted over 150 Assistant Managers to General Managers. A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery or socialising with friends in the city at All Bar One, we’ve got you covered. 20% discount across all off our brands for up to 5 friends and family. Discounts on gym memberships. Team Socials – work hard, play hard! On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS ASSISTANT MANAGER YOU’LL… Use your management experience to support the General Manager in the day to day running of the business, being the Duty Manager when they are not around. Use your communication skills to train and inspire your team to deliver food, drink, and service to be proud of. Be the role model and guide development within your team. Lead the team to deliver moments that WOW our guest, keeping them coming back. At M&B, we want people to be supported, valued, able to be themselves and work in a great team. Join us and help us make every guest feel truly welcome.
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Property Manager
BCT Resourcing - Chelmsford
£26,000 to £28,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Property Manager - Residential Lettings Location: Chelmsford / Hybrid Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum Full-time | Permanent We are currently recruiting for an experienced Property Manager to join the residential lettings team of a highly successful and established estate agency. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Property Manager, Lettings Manager or Residential Lettings professional looking to join a supportive and well-established business offering comprehensive training, professional development and genuine long-term career opportunities. Following successful completion of the initial probationary period, the role offers predominantly home-based working, with just 4 days per month required at the company's Head Office on the outskirts of Chelmsford or at a local branch. The Role As Property Manager, you will be responsible for managing maintenance, property compliance and day-to-day issues across a portfolio of residential properties on behalf of landlords. You will act as a key point of contact for landlords and tenants, ensuring maintenance issues are dealt with efficiently while keeping all parties informed throughout the process. The role will suit a highly organised property professional who enjoys problem-solving, has excellent communication skills and can manage a busy workload while maintaining a high level of customer service. Key Responsibilities * Handle maintenance queries from tenants by telephone and email. * Liaise with landlords, providing regular updates on maintenance issues and resolutions. * Instruct approved contractors and arrange access for quotations and repairs. * Monitor the progress of maintenance works through to completion. * Maintain accurate records of enquiries, actions, conversations and communications within internal systems. * Coordinate property compliance and safety checks with landlords, tenants, contractors and internal teams. * Monitor and follow up on compliance documentation, including: * Gas Safety Certificates * Electrical safety inspections * EPCs * Smoke and carbon monoxide alarm requirements * Other relevant property safety and compliance requirements. * Work closely with local lettings branches and internal teams to ensure properties are managed effectively. * Proactively identify and resolve issues, ensuring excellent landlord and tenant service at all times. About You We are looking for an experienced Property Manager or residential lettings professional with a proven track record within the property industry. You should have: * Proven experience within residential lettings or property management - essential. * A proactive, solutions-focused approach to resolving maintenance issues. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * A confident, professional and customer-focused manner. * Strong organisational and prioritisation skills. * The ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities. * Good IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and internal property management systems. * Excellent attention to detail. * The ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with branch and head-office teams. Salary & Benefits £26,000 - £28,000 per annum, depending on relevant experience, including basic salary and bonuses. Additional benefits include: * Predominantly home-based working following probation. * Hybrid working arrangements. * Comprehensive initial and ongoing training. * Professional accreditation opportunities, with relevant course costs funded. * Generous holiday entitlement. * Birthday off in addition to standard annual leave. * Additional holiday entitlement linked to length of service. * Long-service rewards. * Supportive working environment. * Excellent opportunities for career development and progression. Working Hours Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm Occasional Saturday working will be required on a rota basis, typically 1 in 6 Saturdays, working from home. Where Saturday working is required, some time off in lieu will be provided. Hybrid Working During the initial probationary period, the successful candidate will be office-based at the company's Head Office in the Chelmsford area. Following successful completion of probation, the role will move to a hybrid working arrangement, with the majority of working time from home and approximately 4 days per month working from the Head Office or a local branch. Apply Now If you're an experienced Property Manager, Lettings Manager or Residential Lettings professional looking for a rewarding opportunity with an established estate agent, this could be an excellent next step in your career. Apply today for a confidential discussion about the role.
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Listings Manager
BCT Resourcing - Chelmsford
£45,000 to £50,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Listings Manager North Essex | £45,000 - £50,000 OTE + Car Allowance An Exciting Opportunity Within a Leading Estate Agency We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Listings Manager to join our successful North Essex team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven valuer with a strong track record of winning instructions and building lasting client relationships. If you're looking to take the next step in your estate agency career, we offer a clear pathway for progression through a structured development and management programme. We believe our people are at the heart of our success. That's why we invest heavily in training, development, and employee wellbeing, providing genuine opportunities for career growth within a supportive and rewarding environment. Salary & Benefits * £45,000 - £50,000 OTE (depending on experience) * Car Allowance * Structured Career Progression * Comprehensive Training & Development Programme * Quarterly Incentives & Competitions * Pension Scheme * Health & Wellbeing Support * Enhanced Holiday Allowance * Additional Holiday Rewards for Performance & Length of Service * Birthday Day Off * Monthly Team Rewards & Recognition Programme The Role As a Listings Manager, you will play a key role in driving new business growth by securing instructions, conducting market appraisals, and building strong relationships with vendors and buyers. You will be responsible for generating valuation opportunities, converting appraisals into instructions, and ensuring clients receive exceptional service throughout the sales process. This role is ideal for a highly motivated property professional who thrives in a target-driven environment and is passionate about delivering results. Key Responsibilities * Conduct property valuations and market appraisals across the local area. * Win new instructions and consistently achieve branch listing targets. * Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, buyers, and prospective clients. * Generate new business opportunities through networking, referrals, canvassing, and database management. * Accompany prospective buyers on property viewings where required. * Negotiate offers and support clients throughout the sales process. * Work closely with Sales Negotiators and Sales Progressors to ensure transactions progress smoothly. * Maintain regular communication with vendors, providing feedback, market updates, and professional advice. * Collaborate with Mortgage & Protection Advisors and Lettings teams to maximise cross-selling opportunities. * Ensure all activities comply with relevant legislation and company procedures. * Maintain accurate records using CRM and property management systems. About You The successful candidate will be a confident and experienced property professional with a proven ability to win business and build strong client relationships. Essential Requirements * Minimum 24 months' experience within residential estate agency. * Proven track record of carrying out valuations and winning instructions. * Strong knowledge of the local property market. * Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle. * Highly self-motivated, target-driven, and commercially aware. * Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. * Professional, personable, and customer-focused approach. * Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy workload. * Good IT skills and confidence using CRM and property software systems. Desirable * Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members. * Previous experience as a Senior Negotiator, Valuer, Lister, or Assistant Branch Manager. * Ambition to progress into future management opportunities.
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HR Manager
NHS Jobs - Chelmsford
£42,243 to £52,275 a year
ContractFull time
HR Operations and Employee Lifecycle Lead HR practice across the organisation and oversee all stages of the employee lifecycle. Provide timely, practical and legally compliant HR advice to the Co-CEOs, Heads of Service, managers and employees. Apply sound HR knowledge and professional judgement to people-related decisions, escalating for specialist legal advice where appropriate. Oversee contracts, employment documentation and contractual changes, with routine preparation and record updates completed by the HR Assistant. Maintain and develop HR policies, procedures and guidance so that they remain relevant, accessible and compliant with employment legislation. Set standards for HR records, systems and documentation and assure compliance with confidentiality and data-protection requirements. Oversee probation and review arrangements, ensuring managers complete timely, fair and documented reviews. Recruitment, Onboarding, Induction and Learning Lead and improve end-to-end recruitment, including role scoping, job documentation, inclusive advertising, selection design, offers and pre-employment checks. Advise recruiting managers on fair, consistent and safer recruitment practice and participate in recruitment activity for key roles. Monitor recruitment progress, candidate experience, time to hire and emerging attraction or retention risks. Oversee onboarding, induction and exit processes, with coordination and administration delivered by the HR Assistant. Identify organisational learning and development needs with the Co-CEOs and Heads of Service and coordinate an appropriate learning plan. Oversee mandatory-training compliance and evaluate whether learning activity is improving capability and practice. Payroll and Employee Administration Oversee the payroll process, timetable, controls and relationship with the organisation's accountants, while the HR Assistant carries out day-to-day payroll processing. Review and authorise the monthly payroll submission prepared and processed by the HR Assistant before finalisation and payment. Ensure payroll changes are supported by accurate, approved documentation and that the Assistant completes submissions within required timescales. Resolve exceptions and escalated payroll queries with the accountants, employees and relevant managers. Provide management assurance over payroll accuracy and compliance through proportionate checks, reconciliations and documented approval. HR, Operations and Organisational Development Align HR, workforce and agreed operational priorities with Sport for Confidence's strategy, vision and direction. Work with the Co-CEOs and Heads of Service to strengthen organisational systems, processes, role clarity and ways of working. Support workforce planning, organisational development and change-management activity. Use HR and workforce information to identify themes, risks and opportunities and support effective decisions. Develop an inclusive, positive, accountable and values-led culture and contribute to cross-organisational projects where the role can add value. Employee Relations Lead and advise on employee relations matters, including performance, capability, conduct, grievance, absence, retirement, organisational change and redundancy. Provide managers with clear, proportionate advice and ensure matters are handled fairly, consistently, compassionately and in line with legislation and policy. Encourage early and informal resolution where appropriate while recognising when a formal process or specialist advice is required. Manage complex cases and ensure that decisions, correspondence and records are complete, accurate and appropriately confidential. Leadership, Operational Oversight and People Development Provide day-to-day line management, supervision, workload direction and development support to the HR Assistant. Provide agreed oversight and coordination across the operations function, ensuring responsibilities, priorities and escalation routes are clear. Hold effective supervision, wellbeing, performance and development conversations with direct reports. Support Heads of Service and managers to strengthen their confidence and capability in managing and developing their teams. Assess operational capacity and infrastructure with the Co-CEOs and lead proportionate improvements with relevant colleagues. Strategic Contribution, Workforce Reporting and Board Support Contribute HR and operational insight to organisational planning, workforce planning and change. Prepare accurate, proportionate and appropriately anonymised HR and workforce reports and updates for the Co-CEOs and Board. Monitor meaningful measures covering recruitment and retention, absence, employee relations, learning and development and other key people matters. Identify emerging workforce themes, risks and priorities and recommend practical responses. Provide assurance that appropriate HR policies, controls and workforce practices are in place and implemented effectively Professional duties Attend professional meetings and appropriate training events as required. Maintain an appropriate continuing professional development record. Engage in regular supervision and the employee appraisal process. Comply with organisational policies and procedures, including those relating to annual leave, absence and time owing. Maintain confidentiality and professional standards in all aspects of the role. Additional responsibilities Complete all mandatory training and remain up to date with organisational policies and guidance. Keep the Outlook calendar and agreed work records up to date. Provide HR and operational leadership across the organisation as priorities and organisational needs evolve. Undertake other appropriate responsibilities commensurate with the level and purpose of the role.
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Hotel Manager
LGH Hotel Management Ltd - Basildon
PermanentFull time
Hotel Manager Holiday Inn Basildon Check out the hotel on our virtual tour! The Opportunity We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced hotel manager to lead our team and ensure the smooth running of our hotel. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all hotel operations, managing department heads and staff, and delivering an exceptional guest experience at the Holiday Inn Basildon Hotel. This is a dual-site role that would also involve resonsability to oversee the Holiday Inn Brentwood Hotel. Responsibilities: Overseeing all hotel operations including front desk, housekeeping, food and beverage, and maintenance Managing and developing department heads and staff to ensure efficient and effective operations Maximizing revenue streams and controlling costs to meet financial goals Ensuring compliance with legal requirements and regulations Developing and implementing strategies to improve guest experience and satisfaction Handling guest complaints and ensuring prompt resolution Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders including vendors, suppliers, and community members Participating in the development and implementation of hotel policies and procedures Developing and implementing crisis management plans and protocols Benefits Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio. Access to the IHG employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (T&Cs apply). Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays. Eye care Free legal & money advice Counseling sessions Hospital & death benefit plans Cycle to work scheme Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos Recipe ideas Advice on keeping active and healthy living Wellbeing podcasts and tv Breathing exercises 24/7 advice and support line Team reward & recognition Free meals on duty Free parking Who This Role Is For This role is ideal for someone who: Enjoys leading people and operations, not just managing tasks Thrives in a role with accountability, autonomy and responsibility Has strong commercial awareness alongside genuine care for guest experience Is calm and confident under pressure and able to make clear decisions when it matters most Takes pride in building capable teams and developing future leaders Understands the importance of structure, consistency and standards in a successful hotel operation Finds purpose in creating environments where both guests and teams feel safe, valued and well supported If you’re a confident hotel leader who enjoys balancing people, performance and standards — and wants to make a visible impact on both guest experience and team culture — this role offers challenge, purpose and progression. Hotel The Holiday Inn Basildon is an exceptional hotel located opposite Festival Park, providing a perfect setting for conferences, meetings, weddings, events, and leisure guests. With 148 comfortable bedrooms available, guests can enjoy a delightful stay. The hotel offers a range of dining options to cater to all tastes. You will also be responsbile for overseeing our sister property at the Holiday Inn Brentwood Hotel. We are committed to ensuring that all our guests have a memorable experience during their stay with us, and we strive to provide the highest levels of service and hospitality. The hotel features an open lobby, a conference centre, and a picturesque lakeside garden. It is conveniently located just a 10-minute drive from the M25 and close to Basildon station. Direct trains to Fenchurch Street station in London take only 35 minutes1. About us Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.
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Depot Manager
Huws Gray
PermanentFull time
We're looking for a Depot Manager to join us at Civils & Lintels in Braintree Civils & Lintels main aim is to consistently exceed our customer’s expectations, we know our people are at the heart of ensuring this happens which is why we are always on the lookout to recruit the best around. Whether it’s civils engineering or lintels, our customers rely on the in-depth knowledge of our depot teams so we make it our priority to provide the best training to ensure our colleagues are able to offer their expert advice and support. Tomorrow’s construction projects will be more planet-friendly and people-friendly than ever before. Civils & Lintels exists to help achieve that mission with the latest products and the best advice, delivered exactly where and when needed. Every day, we’re proud to be part of a better tomorrow. Your role, as a Depot Manager, will be to ensure your customers receive a brilliant service when using your depot. You will need to not only manage but also motivate your team to ensure that they are able to help meet depot targets. There will be plenty of opportunities for you to build on sales and profits, whilst also generating new customers. You will also need to make sure that the depot is running effectively, by managing stock, properly utilising your vehicles and making sure all employees have completed the mandatory training to make sure it is a safe place to work. Here’s what you can expect to do as a Depot Manager with Civils & Lintels: Ensuring your customers receive brilliant customer service Managing your team well to get the best out of each person Building on depot sales and profits Having overall accountability for making sure that the depot maintains high operating standards Training your team, and ensuring their product knowledge is relevant and up to date Managing your stock effectively and properly utilising your vehicles Ensuring all mandatory training is completed and your depot is a safe place to work Manging and co-ordinating the depot stocktake twice a year We realise that you are more than just a CV and embracing everyone’s individuality is what makes us great as a team. We can give you plenty of training and equip you with the tools that you’ll need to succeed as a Depot Manager but you will need to be someone with previous experience of managing and developing people and be great at it. We know you’re thinking ‘this sounds great, but what’s in it for me?’ Let us tell you: A strong annual leave allowance, alongside your bank holidays Company performance bonus scheme A contributory pension scheme Company funded Life Assurance A generous colleague discount scheme A range of training and development programmes to help you progress your career If you’re in the trade or have ever tackled a home improvement project, you’ve probably heard of us. We’re the Huws Gray Group and we’re made up of a number of brands, including Huws Gray, Huws Gray Plant & Tool Hire, Civils & Lintels, The Timber Group, PDM, NDI and Anglia Tool Centre to name a few. Up and down the UK, our branches are serving and supporting our local communities with all their building material needs, but we couldn’t do this without the right people, so why not join us? INDMAN
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Duty Manager
SSP Food Travel Experts - Stansted
PermanentFull time
DUTY MANAGER - BURGER KING, STANSTED AIRPORT Pay Rate: £13.35 per hour + as a little incentive, you will earn an extra £1.50 per hour for hours worked between midnight and 6am, bringing your rate of pay to £14.85 per hour. Shift Pattern: Full-Time (37.5 hrs). Shifts between 3am and midnight. Working flexibly across weekdays, weekends, bank and public holidays. Join our team as a Supervisor & step into the buzz of hospitality leadership at SSP! Work with iconic brands like Starbucks, M&S, Burger King and BrewDog in some of the busiest locations across the UK & Ireland. No two days are the same - lead your team, deliver great service, and be part of the energy! ABOUT YOU: Hospitality moves fast - and so do you! If you thrive on action, love leading people, and want to make an impact every day, our Duty Manager role’s got your name on it. 5 years of references and Criminal Record Check required. Due to some responsibilities within the Duty Manager role, applicants will need to be 18 years of age or over to perform certain tasks or work on certain shifts and will be required to handle and sell alcohol. ABOUT THE DUTY MANAGER ROLE: Take ownership of opening, closing, and daily operations while solving problems on the fly. Lead your team through busy shifts, keeping the energy high and the atmosphere positive. Inspire your team to deliver great customer service, be the go-to person for customer and team queries. Results focussed, staying informed about unit performance and championing improvements. Previous experience leading a team in busy Hospitality or Retail is ideal! AS A DUTY MANAGER WE WILL OFFER YOU: Discounted meal and parking while on shifts. Employee Discounts. Friends and Family Discount App. Award-winning training, apprenticeships and development programs. Health & Wellbeing Support. A fast-paced, rewarding role where you’ll lead great people and shape the atmosphere every shift. Step up, lead brilliantly and apply today to join SSP as a Duty Manager! At SSP, we value diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects a variety of skills, talents, and backgrounds.
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Construction Manager
J Murphy & Sons - Colchester
£50000-95000 per annum
PermanentFull time
Murphy is recruiting for a Construction Manager to work with Energy on GGP - ATNC - Norwich to TilburyOur business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries A day in the life of a Murphy Construction Manager: - Overall management of project teams during the construction and installation phase of the project. - Co-ordination of constructability input during solutions identification and development phase. - Allocation of construction staff to projects ensuring that appropriate construction and installation staff are appointed to individual projects: based on experience, skills and knowledge. - Liaises with the Project Managers to ensure that the construction resource pool is an appropriate size, with an appropriate blend of skill sets for the projected workload. - Overall management of construction resources including Labour, Plant and Materials. - Performance management of subcontractors. - Ensures that the construction and installation teams are accountable for their performance against agreed schedules and man-hour budgets. - Oversee the duties of the Principal Contractor are discharged in accordance with the CDM Regulations. - Control all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities are carried out in accordance with agreed quality procedures. - Interfaces with all other functional leaders within the organisation to facilitate successful development of the project from solution stage constructability through construction, installation, commissioning, and handover to the client. Still interested, does this sound like you? - Experience in delivering Major Civils projects. - Experience within a Construction Manager role or similar. - HNC / HND or NVQ Level 5 (or Degree) - Excellent stakeholder management skills, able to develop close working relationships with clients and subcontractors. - A true leader with passion for people development, can do attitude and a flare for innovation.
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Store Manager
Jollyes The Pet People
£33,500 to £38,500 a year
PermanentFull time
Retail Store Manager – Jollyes Pets – Register Your Interest for Future Opportunities. New stores opening throughout 2026 and beyond. Salary dependent on experience and size of store but typically £33-38,500 p.a. + bonus potential of up to £5k p.a.* We're growing across the UK, with new Jollyes stores in the pipeline over the next few years to double our store network. We want to hear from experienced and aspiring Store Managers who'd love to join us when the right opportunity opens up near you in the Essex / Central and South East areas. The Benefits: At Jollyes, we’re as passionate about our people as we are about our pets! We think our tail-wagging benefits package reflects our appreciation for all that our colleagues do and provides support where it’s needed most. SM salary typically £33-38.5k p.a., plus annual bonus potential of up to £5k p.a. (subject to reaching pre-agreed measures). Private Healthcare for you and your family (Axa Health insurance) as well as critical illness and life insurance benefits * Enhanced company pension scheme - Legal & General scheme (EE 5%, ER 7.5%). * Financial Wellbeing Package (Stream): Access earnings early, plus savings tools and discounts. Retail Trust Membership: Counselling, wellbeing, and financial support. Colleague Discounts: Treats at 800+ retailers, plus 30% off Jollyes products and pet services. Health & Wellbeing Support, Extra Time Off: Birthday, wedding, new pet days, Enhanced Family Leave including maternity and paternity packages, Recognition & Reward sheme (Top Dog Award) Lifestyle Benefits: Cycle2Work scheme and discounted David Lloyd membership. Learning & Development: Ongoing training for career growth. (*on completion of 3m probation period) The Role – Store Manager: When a Store Manager role opens up near you, here's what you can expect to be doing: You'll lead by example, creating an excellent culture and working environment for your team, demonstrating our values of being: Genuine, Wise, Eager, Focused, Together. Full responsibility for running a successful store — managing KPIs around people, store standards, customer service, and financial performance, maximising turnover and gross margin while controlling costs. Reporting to the Regional Manager, sharing best practice with your peers and learning from others' successes in your regional team. Building a strong sales culture in-store: coaching your team to spot every opportunity to add value for the customer — confidently suggesting complementary products, seasonal offers, or additional services that genuinely improve the experience for pets and their owners. This isn't about hard-selling — it's about training your team to have great conversations that naturally lead to a bigger basket and a better-served customer. Ensuring you and your team deliver the highest standards of pet care, with pet welfare always the top priority, and promoting responsible pet ownership. Delivering exceptional customer service and a great shopping experience, with strong pet* and product* knowledge across the team. (*Training given) Recruiting, motivating, training and developing your team, reviewing and managing performance, and helping to promote Jollyes as an employer of choice locally. Clear communication of key business updates and individual/team objectives. Genuinely hands-on, not office-based. You'll be out front with your team and customers — helping with deliveries, walking the floor, and driving performance through what you see and do in-store, not from behind a screen. Physically active by nature. Our products can be heavy and retail keeps you on your feet most of the day — if the idea of a desk job doesn't appeal, this could be exactly what you're looking for. If you'd need any reasonable adjustments to succeed in this role, just let us know in your application. What you'll bring: A genuine passion for pets and people — delighting customers with an unrivalled shopping experience. Expect to meet customers with paws, claws or feathers, so comfort around animals is a must. Previous retail store management experience, with a hands-on approach to running the business day-to-day and planning for short, medium and long-term success. Commercially confident on the shop floor — comfortable modelling and coaching upselling and add-on sales conversations with customers, not just reviewing sales figures after the fact. A sound decision-maker who communicates objectives clearly and builds high-performing, engaged teams, with succession plans in place for future leaders. A proven track record of developing business performance and exceeding KPIs, while maintaining high store standards, health & safety, and legal compliance. Commercially aware, able to manage your P&L with a proactive approach. Own transport with a UK driving licence, as occasional out-of-hours store visits or regional cover may be needed. Full time, permanent — 40 hours/week, 5 days out of 7. Weekends can be our busiest days so some cover on weekends is required. About Jollyes Pets Jollyes are an award-winning UK pet retailer with over 125 stores and over 50 years of pet expertise between our paws. Winners of the Retail Week award for 'Best Retailer' (under £250m t/o) and Pet Retailer of the Year at the Pet Industry Federation Awards, listed in the Sunday Times 'Best Place to Work' and shortlisted for 'Happiest Place to Work', you really can be sure you're joining a great brand and employer, trusted by our customers and our colleagues. Accredited by 'Rest Less' as an age-inclusive employer we welcome applications of all ages (16+), and with our accreditation to the Pet Sustainability Coalition, we're friendly to pets, people and the planet too! Register Your Interest We're getting ahead of our growth plans in the area, so we can move quickly once a site is confirmed. If you want to be part of the Jollyes journey and this sounds like the right next step for you, click 'apply' to register your interest today, and your application will be considered for our talent pool. A member of our team will be in touch to learn more about you and keep you updated as opportunities in your area are confirmed. It’s an exciting time to join the Jollyes pack. Fancy joining us on our journey? Apply today!
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Marketing Manager
Perfect Placement UK Ltd -
Chelmsford, Home Counties
£60,000 to £60,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Our client, a reputable organisation based in Chelmsford, Essex, is seeking a highly skilled Marketing Manager to lead their marketing efforts and drive business growth. This opportunity is ideally suited for an experienced marketing professional looking to take on a strategic leadership role within a forward-thinking company. The successful individual will be responsible for developing innovative marketing strategies, managing multi-channel campaigns, and enhancing brand presence across multiple platforms. Benefits: - Competitive basic salary of £60,000 per annum - Monday to Friday working hours, 09:00 to 18:00, with a one-hour lunch break - Opportunities for professional development and career progression - Supportive team environment with collaborative leadership - The chance to make a significant impact within a dynamic organisation - Ongoing training and development to support your career growth Duties of a Marketing Manager: - Develop and implement data-driven marketing strategies aligned with company objectives - Oversee multi-channel marketing campaigns, including email, social media, digital advertising, and engagement initiatives - Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all communication platforms - Monitor, measure, and report on campaign performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) - Marketing Managers conduct market research to stay ahead of industry trends and optimise marketing efforts - Collaborate closely with internal teams to enhance the customer journey from initial contact to post-sales support - Manage and mentor the marketing team to foster high performance and effective teamwork - Oversee third-party agencies and manage the marketing budget to maximise return on investment Requirements of a Marketing Manager: - Proven experience in a marketing management role, ideally within a similar industry - Strong strategic planning skills with a focus on data-driven decision making - Excellent communication and team leadership abilities - Experience managing multi-channel marketing campaigns and budgets - Knowledge of market research methods and current industry trends - Ability to analyse performance metrics and derive actionable insights - Creative problem-solving skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment If you are ready to take on a rewarding Marketing Manager role with a forward-thinking organisation, we would love to hear from you. Find out more about this exciting opportunity today. Contact James Gilchrist, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Chelmsford and Essex, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity. Our team of Automotive Recruitment Consultants all share a passion for finding our jobseekers the best jobs in the automotive industry. So, if you are looking to improve your career and want to hear about more motor trade jobs in your local area, please contact us today.
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