Head of Recruitment – Retail Sector
Location: London (On-site)
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 per annum
Full-time | Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00
Must be - Fluent in Romanian and English – both written and verbal
Are you a proactive and experienced recruitment professional with a passion for sourcing top talent in the retail sector? We’re looking for a dynamic Head of Recruitment to lead and develop our hiring efforts across a growing network of stores in the UK and Europe.
Role Overview
This is a pivotal role within the organisation, responsible for shaping and executing recruitment strategies that support business growth and expansion. Working closely with senior leadership and store teams, you’ll ensure we attract, engage and hire high-performing sales professionals who reflect our brand’s values and customer focus.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment Strategy & Planning
Develop and lead a retail-focused recruitment strategy aligned with the company’s goals
Plan hiring in line with store expansion, seasonal peaks, and team structure
Talent Sourcing & Acquisition
Source and attract sales professionals and customer-facing retail staff
Deliver bilingual recruitment campaigns (English & Romanian)
Use multiple sourcing methods including job boards, referrals, and digital platforms
Candidate Management
Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to onboarding
Provide a high-quality candidate experience throughout the process
Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
Partner with store and HR managers to identify staffing needs
Act as a strategic advisor to ensure hiring success across regions
Data & Reporting
Monitor recruitment KPIs (e.g., time to hire, cost per hire, retention)
Use data to improve processes and recruitment performance
What You’ll Bring
Essential:
Proven experience leading recruitment in retail or a fast-paced, customer-facing sector
Strong record of building high-performing sales teams
Fluent in Romanian and English – both written and verbal
On-site availability in London (Monday to Friday)
Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Desirable:
Experience recruiting in multilingual or multicultural markets
A personal interest in the beauty, cosmetics, or wellness industry
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to shape the recruitment function of a thriving retail business with an international reach. You'll play a critical role in growing dynamic teams that deliver outstanding service and support our continued success across markets.
How to Apply
If you’re a recruitment leader with a passion for people and performance, and you meet the essential criteria, we’d love to hear from you.
By applying for this role, you are consenting for C2 Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations.
To view other great vacancies at C2 Recruitment, please visit our website or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities in:
Buying & Merchandising and Ecommerce | Charity & Non Profit | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Hospitality, Catering & Leisure | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Office & Administration | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade and Luxury Operations | Senior Appointments & Executive | Sales & FMCG | Supply Chain & Logistics & Warehouse | Manufacturing & Engineering
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Accurate data in compliance with applicable legislation
Assist with administration of receivable and payable processes
Complete regulatory checks on cash transactions in and rectify issues within timeframe
Assist with preparation of weekly/monthly cash postings
Assist with preparation of ad hoc journal postings (e.g loan interest, adjustments)
Assist with preparation of monthly finance packs for executive reporting
Assist with given project work
Complete all mandatory training issued by Vision or Rathbones within the deadlines
Job swap with other teams in head office to gain a wider understanding of how Vision functions as a whole
Attend all AAT sessions and complete exams working towards their AAT qualification
Extra study time will be given where needed and time will be given for off the job learning
Acts with the best interest of clients at all times
Training:BPP apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by our fully qualified and industry-experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, we’ve purposefully built our programmes around the real-world use of modern technology, so that the skills we create can be directly applied in the workplace.
Throughout the apprenticeship learners receive coaching, help and guidance from a dedicated team who are there to ensure they get the most from their work experience.Training Outcome:Plenty of opportunities for the applicant to grow within a role. There is a ladder system that every employee can climb which comes with added incentives and responsibilities.Employer Description:Vision Independent Financial Planning is a dynamic, established, financial advice network, founded and based in Cornwall. Founded 16 years as a small start-up we are now a nationally recognised Independent Network and a wholly owned subsidiary of Rathbones PLC. We pride ourselves on retaining a family culture despite the growth achieved.
We believe our people are our biggest strength; we treat our people with care and respect, openly encouraging collaboration. Finding the right person is as important to us as their qualifications; we are providing comprehensive, hands-on training to ensure your success in this role. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, strong organisational abilities, and possess a proactive nature.Working Hours :Monday to Friday.
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About True Potential
True Potential LLP is an industry leader in financial services technology, delivering award-winning software solutions to nearly 20% of UK financial advisers. The company has grown from scratch to c.£400m annual sales and over 600 head office staff, servicing over £30bn of assets under management, and we are on the next stage of our journey. Our technology team is at the forefront of innovation, developing secure, high-performance applications that drive the future of financial services. If you're passionate about building robust applications in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, True Potential is the place for you.
About the Role
We are looking for a C# .NET Developer to join our growing team. You’ll report to the Head of Development, and will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality applications that support both our internal teams and external customers. You’ll have the opportunity to work on both B2B and B2C applications, using the latest .NET technologies. As True Potential continues to grow, you’ll be part of an ambitious, high-performing team where your contributions will make a real impact.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain custom web applications using C#, .NET Core, ASP.NET, and SQL Server.
Design, develop, and test applications using .NET and front-end technologies.
Contribute to software architecture and coding best practices.
Work closely with internal teams to identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.
Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends.
About You (Skills & Experience)
We’re looking for a developer with:
3+ years of experience in C# .NET development.
Proficiency in C#, ASP.NET, .NET Core, and VB.NET.
Familiarity with web technologies (ASP, HTML, JavaScript, VBScript).
Knowledge of software design principles.
Experience with Git, Continuous Integration, and unit testing.
Understanding of Microsoft Azure, front-end frameworks (Telerik/Kendo), and SQL Server (desirable).
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Why Apply?
This is a great opportunity to work in a forward-thinking, technology-led business where your skills will be valued and developed. You’ll be part of an innovative team, working on exciting projects that make an impact, with opportunities to collaborate, grow and develop.
Interested candidates should send their CV to Core-Asset Consulting at truepotential@core-asset.co.uk, or call +44 131 718 4600 for a confidential discussion. Core-Asset Consulting is exclusively retained to manage this role. Any speculative CVs or direct applications will be forwarded to Core-Asset Consulting. No agency fees will be payable, and all CVs submitted for this role will be handled exclusively by Core-Asset Consulting.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15931
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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A leading law firm based in North Yorkshire requires a talented Corporate/Commercial solicitor to join its reputable team. The firm comes highly recommended and is known regionally for quality provision of legal services and this is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is looking to take a step up into a highly regarded regional practice.
The successful candidate will work alongside the Head of Corporate/Commercial on a range of matters such as acquisitions and mergers, corporate finance, joint ventures and partnerships, commercial contracts and terms of trade.
This role is ideal for either an experienced solicitor who wants to develop their career and continue working on high calibre corporate transactions, to lead on matters and improve technical and commercial skills or someone more junior who wants to learn from those experienced in the team. You will have the ability to build on existing client connections and ensure strong relationships with new clients through proven business development skills.
Our client is looking for a solicitor who is ideally 2+ years’ PQE, however this is given as a guideline and will consider those who can demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for the role.
Our consultants are experts in legal recruitment, with our strength deriving from the simple fact that we are well-known, well-respected and have developed long-standing bonds with both our clients and candidates. Having been established in the sector for over two decades, we have become an authority on all aspects of legal recruitment, allowing us to be the first line of the process for our clients. To hear more about this role please contact Rachel Birkinshaw or another member of our private practice team.....Read more...
Do you have strong Fund Research, Portfolio Construction and Asset Allocation experience? Are you currently an investment analyst or investment manager in the Private Client space?
We have a great permanent opportunity available for a VP - Investments / Portfolio Manager to join a private wealth management firm in London.
In this role you will assist the Head of investments in ensuring portfolios are managed in accordance with the risk mandate, objectives and the firm’s investment proposition.
For this role, our client is looking for someone with great investment experience, preferably across multiple asset classes (including alternatives and private markets, structured products or real assets) at an established wealth manager or private client / private banking firm coupled with demonstrable experience of performing multi-asset fund research and private client portfolio construction and asset allocation, preferably with significant direct client contact. Client facing skills are essential in this role, but equally important is technical investment experience in terms of fund research etc. Ideally it will be someone who manages portfolio directly for clients, not through IFAs.
Ideally this role requires significant progress made in post-degree UK investment qualifications (CII, CISI or CFA routes) or eagerness to complete these.
Benefits:
A highly competitive compensation structure
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16001
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Are you a corporate commercial solicitor based in Teesside who has reached a ceiling and is looking for a place to really push your career ahead? This award-winning practice with offices in Teesside and Newcastle is looking to bring an experienced corporate commercial lawyer into the business with the opportunity to run the department. This a rare opportunity to work alongside the current head of department before he steps down in the next couple of years.
This team has a long and very successful history in the North East and North Yorkshire market with a very healthy turnover and solid client base and reputation. Clients are largely in the owner managed business sector but they also act for local divisions of national companies as well as local authorities and large lenders.
The growth for this team over the last three years is impressive to say the least, increasing turnover by 54% and profit by 90%. They have a very strong leadership team who have the drive and vision to make this one of the strongest regional practices in the North East.
The caseload in this role is a real mix of transactional and non-transactional matters including shares and asset management, sales and acquisitions, MBOs/MBIs, corporate finance, restructuring, startups, shareholder/partnership arrangements, commercial and consumer contracts, ecommerce and IP.
Ideally they are looking to recruit a senior solicitor with corporate and/or commercial experience who has got the drive and enthusiasm to lead a team. You will naturally have strong business development skills and thrive on relationship building. If however you feel you aren’t quite ready for this step up but it’s somewhere you feel you could be in the next few years please do still give us a call as there is a really strong career path here with some excellent training and no better mentor.
In addition to strong relationships with their clients this practice put a lot of time into their employees to make sure that everyone has a life outside of work. They offer hybrid working, a generous holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity and paternity and a bonus scheme.
The successful candidate for this role will ideally have at least 5+ years PQE and is looking to take the next step forward in their career.
For a confidential discussion on this Corporate Commercial Solicitor role based in Teesside or Newcastle, please contact Helen Mauborgne at Sacco Mann on 0113 4679786 or email your CV to helen.mauborgne@saccomann.com
To hear about other legal opportunities that we have available, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you know anybody who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referral. For full terms, please visit our website.
*Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
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Hybrid and Fully Remote Options Available OTE £30,000 to £85,000 + Warm Leads + Central Marketing SupportOur client is an award-winning mortgage business based in Essex, with a strong industry reputation for supporting and developing highly skilled and knowledgeable Mortgage Advisers. They currently employ over 50 staff from their head office in Hornchurch and support over 300 Mortgage Advisers via their nationwide network.As a result of continued commercial expansion, and in order to continue delivering an industry renowned service, they are now looking to significantly increase their team of trusted, professional, Mortgage & Protection Advisors to join either the direct team or one of its adviser firms subject to location. Working on a fully remote or hybrid, self-employed basis, the successful applicants will benefit from operating under an award winning, industry recognised Network. If required, substantial marketing and business development support is available plus a rich stream of regular, warm leads from the firms existing business.Roles exist for those with substantial advisory experience in both regulated mortgages and non-regulated loans such as Buy to Let, Commercial and Development Finance. There are also some opportunities for less experienced advisers supported by the Connect Academy.The company are Key Account Partners Legal and General Mortgage Club, and an additional large network and benefit from exclusive mortgage deals and client referrals from other advisers. They take pride in doing the best for their clients, by having the widest possible lender panel, with over 200 lenders and providers across mortgages and protection. The company offer a bespoke training and knowledge accreditation plan for their advisers and dedicated teams including compliance, research and administration to provide un-paralleled adviser support.Key Responsibilities
Provide high quality mortgage and protection advice to the company’s clients
Secure and build relationships with the company’s introducers to maximise business opportunities for all
Develop own knowledge and skills to expand capabilities, for example into specialist areas,
supported by the company’s Connect Academy and Training Team
Provide advice within regulator standards and keep accurate records
Skills & Experience
Hold the CeMap or an equivalent mortgage qualification
Advising experience and CAS an advantage but not essential
Demonstratable success in a mortgage or other sales environment
Strong analytical and organisational skills together with good computer literacy
Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively
Benefits
Self-employed role with remote and hybrid working options
Multiple opportunities for support from the right firm
Commission advance facility for the first few months until a commission stream is built up
Market leading commissions with high earners achieving to £100,000 OTE including enhanced payments for own referrals or lead sources.
Protection Provider panel with access to market leading providers
Academy training programmes to build and develop knowledge and skills.
Full administration support including DIP and APP submission and case progression.
Market leading technology for research and client management.
This is a fantastic opportunity for ambitious Mortgage and Protection Advisors to join a flourishing, friendly, and progressive growing company offering a wealth of company support designed to achieve mutual goals. Apply now!....Read more...
Accurate data in compliance with applicable legislation
Assist with administration of receivable and payable processes
Complete regulatory checks on cash transactions in and rectify issues within timeframe
Assist with preparation of weekly/monthly cash postings
Assist with preparation of ad hoc journal postings (e.g. loan interest, adjustments)
Assist with preparation of monthly finance packs for executive reporting
Assist with given project work
Complete all mandatory training issued by Vision or Rathbones within the deadlines
Job swap with other teams in head office to gain a wider understanding of how Vision functions as a whole
Attend all AAT sessions and complete exams working towards their AAT qualification
Extra study time will be given where needed and time will be given for off-the-job learning
Acts with the best interest of clients at all times
Must be self-motivated and enjoy working in a small team environment
Takes responsibility for managing individual workload
Communicates clearly and willingly with all members of the team and advisor community
High level of attention to detail
Adheres to vision values
Training:BPP apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by a fully qualified and industry-experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, we’ve purposefully built our programmes around the real-world use of modern technology, so that the skills we create can be directly applied in the workplace.Training Outcome:Career progression after this apprenticeship would likely be to move on to further accountancy qualifications. Employer Description:Rathbones provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. We have been trusted for generations to manage and preserve our clients’ wealth.
Our purpose, which is to think, act and invest responsibly, is delivered through our corporate values – Responsible and entrepreneurial in creating value, collaborative and empathetic in dealing with people, courageous and resilient in leading change, professional and high-performing in all our actions.
Our tradition of investing and acting responsibly has been with us from the beginning and continues to lead us forward. Our ambition is to be recognised as the UK’s most responsible wealth manager.
We want Rathbones to be a company where everyone has the opportunity to build a successful career and find the right balance between work and personal life, regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, religion or background.
Rathbones recognises that our high standards of service and our reputation depends upon us employing the right people, with the right skills and experience. We recruit individuals who match our values – those that are passionate about client service, operate with the highest levels of integrity and have a strong results focus.
We choose to invest significantly in the development of our people. We also encourage our employees to take relevant business qualifications and offer generous support packages. Our investment professionals are required to achieve standards above the regulatory minimum with a particular focus on the Chartered Wealth Manager and Chartered Financial Analyst qualifications.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and it is our policy to ensure that all job applicants and employees are treated fairly and on merit regardless of their race, gender, marital status, age, disability, religious belief, or sexual orientation.Working Hours :Monday-Friday, between 9am-5pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Willingness to learn....Read more...
Sales Operations ExecutiveLocation: Wilmslow, Cheshire (Hybrid)Working Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
We are Citation. We are far from your average service provider. Our colleagues bring their brilliant selves to work every day and we create an environment where they can shine. We have been proudly delivering valuable HR and Health and Safety services to SMEs across the UK for over 20 years. Passionate about service, we’re on a mission to revolutionise our colleagues’ and clients’ experience by employing brilliant people who are experts at what they do and smile whilst they are doing it.
The Citation Group is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Sales Operations Executive to join our fast-paced and growing Contact Centre team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting our internal finance operations as we continue our exciting international growth journey.
We’re looking for someone with excellent organisational skills and a collaborative approach to working across teams. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy being part of a business that makes a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
The role:• Review recorded customer calls to assess the quality of appointments booked, ensuring they meet business standards and criteria.• Share selected call recordings with colleagues to support training, feedback, and continuous improvement initiatives.• Manage the administration and allocation of inbound leads to the appropriate teams or individuals.• Answer inbound customer calls, providing a professional and helpful first point of contact.• Handle appointment cancellations efficiently, updating systems and communicating changes as needed.
Requirements:About you:• Confident and proactive, with a positive, can-do attitude.• Quick to pick up the phone and handle challenges head-on.• Strong listener with great attention to detail.• Eager to learn and excel.• Sales or contact centre background is a bonus.• Organised, reliable, and comfortable with admin tasks.• Understands the value of great customer service.• A team player who communicates clearly and works well with others.
Why join us?If you're looking for your next opportunity to grow, have an eye for detail, and enjoy being the person who keeps things on track behind the scenes – this could be the perfect role for you!
As our new Call Quality & Support Administrator, you'll join a vibrant, fast-paced team that values collaboration, energy, and great conversations. In this role, you'll help ensure our appointments meet high standards, support lead management, and keep daily operations running smoothly.
In return, you’ll get full training, ongoing support, and access to great benefits as part of the Citation Group. Whether you're taking your first step into a quality or admin role, or building on experience in a sales or customer service environment, this is a brilliant place to learn, grow, and make a real impact.
Here’s a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members:
25 Days of Holiday: We’re talking sun-soaked beaches, snow-capped mountains, or simply your favourite cosy spot at home. Take your well-deserved break with 25 days of holiday, plus those cherished bank holidays.
Birthday Bliss: Your birthday isn’t just another day on the calendar; it’s YOUR day! Enjoy it in style with a day off, because at Citation, we believe in celebrating YOU.
Post-Wedding Bliss: Newlyweds, we’ve got something special for you, too! Extra weeks of holiday to bask in the glow of post-wedding happiness.
Growing Families: We’re all about supporting our Citation family, and that includes expectant parents. Vouchers and special perks await to celebrate the newest addition to your family.
Healthcare cash plan: Your well-being is our priority. That’s why we offer private healthcare to ensure your peace of mind and keep you feeling your best.
Why not come and join our growing team now?
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Sales Operations ExecutiveLocation: Wilmslow, Cheshire (Hybrid)Working Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
We are Citation. We are far from your average service provider. Our colleagues bring their brilliant selves to work every day and we create an environment where they can shine. We have been proudly delivering valuable HR and Health and Safety services to SMEs across the UK for over 20 years. Passionate about service, we’re on a mission to revolutionise our colleagues’ and clients’ experience by employing brilliant people who are experts at what they do and smile whilst they are doing it.
The Citation Group is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Sales Operations Executive to join our fast-paced and growing Contact Centre team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting our internal finance operations as we continue our exciting international growth journey.
We’re looking for someone with excellent organisational skills and a collaborative approach to working across teams. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy being part of a business that makes a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
The role:• Review recorded customer calls to assess the quality of appointments booked, ensuring they meet business standards and criteria.• Share selected call recordings with colleagues to support training, feedback, and continuous improvement initiatives.• Manage the administration and allocation of inbound leads to the appropriate teams or individuals.• Answer inbound customer calls, providing a professional and helpful first point of contact.• Handle appointment cancellations efficiently, updating systems and communicating changes as needed.
Requirements:About you:• Confident and proactive, with a positive, can-do attitude.• Quick to pick up the phone and handle challenges head-on.• Strong listener with great attention to detail.• Eager to learn and excel.• Sales or contact centre background is a bonus.• Organised, reliable, and comfortable with admin tasks.• Understands the value of great customer service.• A team player who communicates clearly and works well with others.
Why join us?If you're looking for your next opportunity to grow, have an eye for detail, and enjoy being the person who keeps things on track behind the scenes – this could be the perfect role for you!
As our new Call Quality & Support Administrator, you'll join a vibrant, fast-paced team that values collaboration, energy, and great conversations. In this role, you'll help ensure our appointments meet high standards, support lead management, and keep daily operations running smoothly.
In return, you’ll get full training, ongoing support, and access to great benefits as part of the Citation Group. Whether you're taking your first step into a quality or admin role, or building on experience in a sales or customer service environment, this is a brilliant place to learn, grow, and make a real impact.
Here’s a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members:
25 Days of Holiday: We’re talking sun-soaked beaches, snow-capped mountains, or simply your favourite cosy spot at home. Take your well-deserved break with 25 days of holiday, plus those cherished bank holidays.
Birthday Bliss: Your birthday isn’t just another day on the calendar; it’s YOUR day! Enjoy it in style with a day off, because at Citation, we believe in celebrating YOU.
Post-Wedding Bliss: Newlyweds, we’ve got something special for you, too! Extra weeks of holiday to bask in the glow of post-wedding happiness.
Growing Families: We’re all about supporting our Citation family, and that includes expectant parents. Vouchers and special perks await to celebrate the newest addition to your family.
Healthcare cash plan: Your well-being is our priority. That’s why we offer private healthcare to ensure your peace of mind and keep you feeling your best.
Why not come and join our growing team now?
Hit Apply now to forward your CV.....Read more...
Job Title: Area Manager – Charity Retail (Buckinghamshire) Location: Buckinghamshire (Full-time, 40 hours per week) Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 (DOE) + Company Car Contract: Permanent Closing Date: Monday 30th June
Are you a driven, people-first retail leader with a passion for charity and community? Do you have multi-site management experience and the ability to inspire high-performing teams?
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, values-led hospice charity based in Buckinghamshire that is making a meaningful impact across the region. With a growing network of 15 shops and ambitious plans for further development, this is an exciting time to join their supportive retail leadership team as Area Manager.
About the Role
As Area Manager, you will drive the commercial success of a portfolio of charity shops by delivering a strong, community-focused retail offer. You will lead on Gift Aid, the Hospice Lottery and other key income streams, ensuring each shop supports the charity’s mission.
You will manage and motivate a team of Shop Managers, providing empowering leadership and working closely with the Head of Retail to ensure all operations are efficient, compliant and commercially effective.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, motivate and support Shop Managers across multiple retail sites
Drive income generation and profit growth across the portfolio
Promote Gift Aid and the Hospice Lottery to maximise fundraising
Ensure each shop reflects its local community while aligning with charity values
Oversee compliance, health and safety, and operational best practice
Encourage teamwork, collaboration and a positive culture across the retail division
Contribute to the ongoing development and expansion of the charity’s retail strategy
Essential Criteria
Proven experience managing multiple retail locations (charity retail desirable)
Strong leadership skills with a people-focused, empowering approach
Commercially minded, target-driven and community engaged
Excellent communication, planning and problem-solving abilities
Full, clean driving licence – this role involves a high amount of travel and comes with the use of a company car
What You will Get in Return
In addition to a rewarding role with a respected local charity, you will benefit from a competitive salary, development opportunities, and a supportive team culture that promotes work-life balance.
Benefits include:
Use of a company car for business travel
Workplace pension (5% employer contribution, with option to increase to 6%)
26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with service)
Enhanced sick pay and family leave policies
Access to Smart Health, including 24/7 online GP
Employee Assistance Programme
Life Assurance (3x salary)
Membership of the Blue Light discount scheme
This is more than a retail leadership role — it is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting vital hospice care in your community.
Apply now to take your career to the next level in a role with real purpose.
By applying for this role, you are consenting for C2 Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations.
To view other great vacancies at C2 Recruitment, please visit our website or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities in:
Buying & Merchandising and Ecommerce | Charity & Non Profit | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Hospitality, Catering & Leisure | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Office & Administration | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade and Luxury Operations | Senior Appointments & Executive | Sales & FMCG | Supply Chain & Logistics & Warehouse | Manufacturing & Engineering
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Job Title: Area Manager – Charity Retail (Buckinghamshire) Location: Buckinghamshire (Full-time, 40 hours per week) Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 (DOE) + Company Car Contract: Permanent Closing Date: Monday 30th June
Are you a driven, people-first retail leader with a passion for charity and community? Do you have multi-site management experience and the ability to inspire high-performing teams?
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, values-led hospice charity based in Buckinghamshire that is making a meaningful impact across the region. With a growing network of 15 shops and ambitious plans for further development, this is an exciting time to join their supportive retail leadership team as Area Manager.
About the Role
As Area Manager, you will drive the commercial success of a portfolio of charity shops by delivering a strong, community-focused retail offer. You will lead on Gift Aid, the Hospice Lottery and other key income streams, ensuring each shop supports the charity’s mission.
You will manage and motivate a team of Shop Managers, providing empowering leadership and working closely with the Head of Retail to ensure all operations are efficient, compliant and commercially effective.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, motivate and support Shop Managers across multiple retail sites
Drive income generation and profit growth across the portfolio
Promote Gift Aid and the Hospice Lottery to maximise fundraising
Ensure each shop reflects its local community while aligning with charity values
Oversee compliance, health and safety, and operational best practice
Encourage teamwork, collaboration and a positive culture across the retail division
Contribute to the ongoing development and expansion of the charity’s retail strategy
Essential Criteria
Proven experience managing multiple retail locations (charity retail desirable)
Strong leadership skills with a people-focused, empowering approach
Commercially minded, target-driven and community engaged
Excellent communication, planning and problem-solving abilities
Full, clean driving licence – this role involves a high amount of travel and comes with the use of a company car
What You will Get in Return
In addition to a rewarding role with a respected local charity, you will benefit from a competitive salary, development opportunities, and a supportive team culture that promotes work-life balance.
Benefits include:
Use of a company car for business travel
Workplace pension (5% employer contribution, with option to increase to 6%)
26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with service)
Enhanced sick pay and family leave policies
Access to Smart Health, including 24/7 online GP
Employee Assistance Programme
Life Assurance (3x salary)
Membership of the Blue Light discount scheme
This is more than a retail leadership role — it is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting vital hospice care in your community.
Apply now to take your career to the next level in a role with real purpose.
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At Debenhams Ottaway, the client and our people are always at the heart of what we do. This role (Practice Support Apprentice) ensures that clients are welcomed into a clean, welcoming office and that team members have facilities required to deliver an excellent service.
Key Responsibilities
Facilities and General Office:
Administration in relation to Departmental credit cards and invoicing processes
Cover for Reception team
Monitoring of department inboxes as required
Taking minutes for weekly Operations meeting and other meetings as required
Administration of firm’s car parking arrangements
Assisting with the destruction of files
Deputise for Head of Operations at People Updates meeting
On rota for opening of Ivy House
Undertaking the administration of signing of new contracts for the firm and ensuring records are updated
Assisting with the processes for desk/office moves
Assisting with issues and trained up to use of the Digital Post room system
Receive training and undertake DSE Assessments for the firmE-business cards – administration for new starters and leavers
Assistant with the setup and set down of Events
Undertake Facilities Inductions on new starters first day
Maintaining the PSG contract admin for any contracts that sit with PSG teams
Production of security passes as and when required
Marketing and Business Development:
Support for running of staff and hosted events
Support marketing team at external events e.g. TEDx St Albans, St George’s Day, Pub in the Park St Albans
Coordinate with facilities team for events hosted at Ivy House
Production of name badges
Support the Marketing Executive with meeting and greeting guests
Run reports such as client surveys, business source and relationships calendar
Support the Social Impact Team with organising fundraising and other administration
Coordinate marketing and client experience meetings and take notes, where required
Carry out research on competitors, clients and other organisations
Support with the starters and leavers process
Internal events administration (in conjunction with Marketing)
Assist with the organisation and coordination of firm wide events throughout the year
People Team
Update and maintain accurate records on the firm’s HR system (Cascade)
Recruitment administration
Support with the starters and leavers process
Assist with the HR and Recruitment inboxes
Maintain and update records for individual/firm wide memberships/subscriptions
Coordinate and administer work experience placements
Organise meetings and room bookings
General administration duties (including photocopying, filing, typing)
Produce standard letters
Assisting with the co-ordination of induction process and working through the induction checklist
Taking minutes for HR meetings as required
Work through the leaver checklist to ensure this is complete before the employee leaves the firm
Organise firm wide internal training and booking external training courses
First point of contact for staff phoning to report sickness/absence, updating relevant individuals on staff absences daily and ensure this is logged on the system
Assisting with production of HR reports
Training:
Full training to be provided by the employer and KEITS at the place of employment.
The applicant will be working towards a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship
The learner will be allocated an industry-specific training consultant who will provide both remote and on-site visits throughout the apprenticeship
The apprentice will work towards an End Point Assessment (EPA) at the end of their apprenticeship
If you would like to read more about the course content for this apprenticeship, please follow the below links:https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/st0070-v1-0
Training Outcome:
Possibility of future employment if available
Role within Practice Support Team i.e. Marketing, Finance, Facilities, IT
Employer Description:Debenhams Ottaway is a progressive law firm with a long history and a reputation built on providing outstanding service and legal advice. Based in the heart of St Albans with a London presence, we help individuals, families and businesses in Hertfordshire, London and across the UK.
We believe passionately in building long term relationships with our clients and people. Our teams of talented and ambitious people work together to help clients succeed. This is an opportunity to join an exciting and demanding work environment that offers support and guidance to help everyone achieve their best. Our career framework provides the opportunity to learn and develop in a structured but flexible way.Working Hours :9am – 5pm (1 hour lunch), days to be confirmed.Skills: IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
