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Operations Director Location: Office based We are looking to appoint an exceptional Operations Director to lead the operational delivery of our Repairs, Voids and Planned Contracts. Reporting directly to the Divisional Managing Director, you will act as the operational lead across multiple contracts, ensuring outstanding service delivery, operational excellence, customer satisfaction and commercial performance. This is a senior leadership role responsible for developing high-performing Contract Managers and operational teams while ensuring the division consistently delivers against business objectives. What Success Looks Like Success in this role means leading a disciplined, accountable operation where every contract consistently delivers against KPIs, customer satisfaction targets, compliance requirements, and commercial objectives. You will build strong operational leaders beneath you, create consistency across the division, drive continuous improvement and ensure clients have complete confidence in our ability to deliver. Making a Difference This is more than an operational leadership role. Social housing repairs and maintenance have a direct impact on the safety, wellbeing and quality of life of thousands of residents. We are looking for a leader who genuinely understands the importance of delivering a responsive, resident-focused service and who recognises that every repair represents someone's home, not just another job. You will have a strong understanding of the regulatory environment, including Awaab's Law, the Tenant Satisfaction Measures (TSMs), and the Decent Homes Standard, using these as the foundation for operational decision-making and continuous improvement. You will be passionate about creating a culture that puts residents first, drives high-quality outcomes, ensures compliance, and delivers right-first-time repairs with pace and professionalism. Success in this role will be measured not only by operational performance, productivity and financial results, but by your ability to build a service that residents can trust, colleagues are proud to deliver, and clients recognise as an example of excellence within the social housing sector. You will deputise for the Divisional Managing Director where required and play a key role in developing the division as the business continues to grow. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day operational performance across multiple contracts. Provide leadership, coaching and accountability to Contract Managers, ensuring high standards of operational delivery. Drive performance against KPIs, SLAs, customer satisfaction, productivity, and right-first-time measures. Ensure effective operational planning, workforce utilisation, and resource deployment across all contracts. Take accountability for the effective management and reduction of aged debt. Drive operational initiatives that support the companies strategic growth objectives. Monitor divisional performance through data, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Work closely with Contract Managers to improve operational efficiency, customer experience, and commercial performance. Take accountability for delivery of assigned contract margin through effective cost control, productivity improvements, and operational efficiencies. Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, statutory requirements, company policies, and client contractual obligations. Lead operational responses to significant service failures, complaints, disrepair cases, and business-critical issues. Build strong relationships with clients, providing senior operational support and maintaining confidence in service delivery. Promote a culture of accountability, ownership, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Develop succession plans and leadership capability across operational teams. Drive consistency of process, governance, reporting, and operational standards across the division. Work collaboratively with Commercial, Finance, Compliance, Fleet, HR, and Business Support teams to maximise operational performance. Provide accurate operational reporting, forecasts, and performance updates to the Divisional Managing Director. Deputise for the Divisional Managing Director as required. About You Proven experience leading large operational teams within a fast-paced, customer-focused service environment (essential). Significant experience managing multiple operational contracts through senior managers or Contract Managers (essential). Strong understanding of KPI and SLA-driven service delivery. Commercially aware with experience improving profitability through operational performance. Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop senior operational managers. Experience managing large field-based workforces and office-based operational support teams. Strong understanding of Health & Safety, compliance, and operational governance. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills within high-pressure operational environments. Highly organised, resilient, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously. Strong client relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills. Confident using operational performance data to drive improvements. Visible, hands-on leadership style with the ability to inspire high performance. Qualifications CMI Diploma or equivalent in Strategic Leadership & Management. Membership of a relevant professional body. Evidence of CPD Experience Leadership of 25m+ annual contract portfolios Social housing repairs and maintenance (or relatable experience in a similar sector) Reactive repairs. Schedule of Rates (SOR) contracts. Housing Association or Local Authority frameworks. Multi-contract operational leadership. Operational transformation and business change programmes. About Gilmartins Gilmartins is a family-owned business where people are valued and performance is recognised. We empower our leaders to make decisions, take ownership and deliver results. This is not a heavily layered corporate environment. We believe in accountability, responsiveness, and giving our operational leaders the autonomy to improve performance while developing their people. Operating within the social housing sector, we deliver reactive repairs and maintenance services to housing associations and local authorities across the UK. Our reputation has been built on operational excellence, customer service, and consistently delivering for our clients. Our head office is based at Houghton Hall Park, Houghton Regis a modern, collaborative environment supporting a high-performing leadership team. What We Offer Senior leadership opportunity within a growing business. Clear progression to Divisional Managing Director for exceptional performers. Competitive salary and performance-related bonus. Car allowance. 23 days plus bank holidays Employee Assistance Programme. Pension scheme.

Finance Assistant Manager £50,000 - £70,000 Dependant on experience Company car (high-end vehicle) 5% annual bonus Ongoing training and professional development Support towards further finance qualifications We are looking for an ambitious Finance Manager to join our growing business. This opportunity is suitable for either an experienced Finance Manager or an Assistant Finance Manager looking to take the next step into a management position. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will take ownership of the finance function, overseeing management accounts, work in progress (WIP), profit and loss reporting, cost centres, credit control, and project financial performance. Previous experience within Facilities Management, Engineering Maintenance, Construction, or Building Maintenance would be highly advantageous due to the project-based nature of the role. The business currently uses Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Previous experience with these systems would be beneficial but is not essential, as full training will be provided. Key Responsibilities Produce monthly Management Accounts, WIP reports, Profit & Loss statements, and Cost Centre reporting. Raise and manage sales ledger invoices. Manage supplier and subcontractor rebates. Process subcontractor invoices and resolve invoice queries with the head office finance team. Oversee the Credit Control and Sales Ledger functions. Review and approve invoicing, ensuring profitability and correct margins. Work closely with Project Managers to monitor the financial performance of capital projects. Improve and develop credit control procedures and financial processes. Monitor outstanding customer balances and manage debt collection to maintain healthy cash flow. Collaborate with Directors and the finance team to resolve aged debt and outstanding accounts. Produce weekly and monthly management reports for the operations team and Directors. Analyse project profitability and identify contracts with low margins. Manage monthly cost reporting and integrate financial information with the CAFM system. Support the transition from existing accounting processes to automated CAFM reporting. Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support across the wider business. Skills & Experience Previous experience in a Finance Manager, Management Accountant, Assistant Finance Manager, or Senior Finance position. Experience within Facilities Management, Engineering Maintenance, Construction, Building Services, or Building Maintenance would be highly desirable. Strong understanding of Management Accounts, WIP reporting, P&L, Cost Centres, Credit Control, and Sales Ledger. Experience working alongside operational and project management teams. Excellent analytical and commercial awareness. Strong organisational and communication skills. Proactive approach with the ability to identify process improvements. Experience using Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Dynamics Business Central is desirable but not essential. Qualifications Accounting or Finance qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent) is desirable. Candidates currently studying towards a professional qualification are encouraged to apply and will be supported with further development. For further information on the role and the company you would be working for please APPLY NOW or get in touch with Rhymel Henderson for a confidential chat INDHIGH

Finance Manager £50,000 - £80,000 Dependant on experience Company car (high-end vehicle) 5% annual bonus Ongoing training and professional development Support towards further finance qualifications We are looking for an ambitious Finance Manager to join our growing business. This opportunity is suitable for either an experienced Finance Manager or an Assistant Finance Manager looking to take the next step into a management position. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will take ownership of the finance function, overseeing management accounts, work in progress (WIP), profit and loss reporting, cost centres, credit control, and project financial performance. Previous experience within Facilities Management, Engineering Maintenance, Construction, or Building Maintenance would be highly advantageous due to the project-based nature of the role. The business currently uses Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Previous experience with these systems would be beneficial but is not essential, as full training will be provided. Key Responsibilities Produce monthly Management Accounts, WIP reports, Profit & Loss statements, and Cost Centre reporting. Raise and manage sales ledger invoices. Manage supplier and subcontractor rebates. Process subcontractor invoices and resolve invoice queries with the head office finance team. Oversee the Credit Control and Sales Ledger functions. Review and approve invoicing, ensuring profitability and correct margins. Work closely with Project Managers to monitor the financial performance of capital projects. Improve and develop credit control procedures and financial processes. Monitor outstanding customer balances and manage debt collection to maintain healthy cash flow. Collaborate with Directors and the finance team to resolve aged debt and outstanding accounts. Produce weekly and monthly management reports for the operations team and Directors. Analyse project profitability and identify contracts with low margins. Manage monthly cost reporting and integrate financial information with the CAFM system. Support the transition from existing accounting processes to automated CAFM reporting. Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support across the wider business. Skills & Experience Previous experience in a Finance Manager, Management Accountant, Assistant Finance Manager, or Senior Finance position. Experience within Facilities Management, Engineering Maintenance, Construction, Building Services, or Building Maintenance would be highly desirable. Strong understanding of Management Accounts, WIP reporting, P&L, Cost Centres, Credit Control, and Sales Ledger. Experience working alongside operational and project management teams. Excellent analytical and commercial awareness. Strong organisational and communication skills. Proactive approach with the ability to identify process improvements. Experience using Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Dynamics Business Central is desirable but not essential. Qualifications Accounting or Finance qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent) is desirable. Candidates currently studying towards a professional qualification are encouraged to apply and will be supported with further development. For further information on the role and the company you would be working for please APPLY NOW or get in touch with Rhymel Henderson for a confidential chat INDHIGH

I am currently looking for an Accounts Assistant for a Building Contractor based in East London work in and around the London and the M25 area with a current turnover of 70 million. Projects include new build, refurbishment & fit out works within commercial, healthcare, education and residential on projects ranging between 2 to 10 million. The Account Assistant will support the accounting department & Finance Director by assisting with day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and contributing to the smooth running of the company's financial activities. This role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments within the company. Key Responsibilities: The candidate must have experience in the below - Proven experience in an accounting or finance assistant role, preferably within the construction industry. Double Entry experience Payroll Able to do Sub contractor payments Vat Returns Credit Card & Bank Reconciliation IR35 CIS Debtors and Creditors Familiarity with accounting software Sage 50 Must be able to produce accounts up to Trial Balance Skills: Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping. Good understanding of accounting principles. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Additional Requirements: Knowledge of construction industry financial practices and project-based accounting is a plus. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook). Ability to work independently and as part of a team The client is looking to pay up a competitive basic salary plus a benefits package. If you are keen to get more details on the position please send a copy of your CV to (url removed) RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Associate Director/Director Equity Capital Markets, London Generous Base Salary + Bonus (OTE yr1 c 150,000 +) An established real estate advisory firm with some considerable experience of operating on the debt advisory side are now looking to engage in conversation with relevant industry experienced candidates to discuss an up-and-coming role where someone can take a lead on the equity offering side. The remit will be to hire someone who has a track record of working for an advisory and with equity and will fully understand how to maximise the firm's equity funding lines in partnership with private equity firms, family offices, and developers. You will be someone with the experience and capabilities to not only nurture and manage current clients but also be able to confidently source & secure new deals, leading on the financing of the deals from cradle to grave. Along with this you will play a role in putting together investor packs, prepare and review cashflows & other relevant financials. Working with the wider team you will have full support, an excellent company name behind you, and scope for you to progress into a more senior position within the firm with broader responsibilities and an even greater financial return. If you are currently involved in the real estate market, have a track record of working within equity finance, we would welcome talking with you. Please hit on the apply button with your current CV. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.