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Job Title: Design Consultant Location: Reading Salary: Competitive basic, OTE £35,000 to £70,000 Role: Various contracts available (Full time & Part time) OVERVIEW Our client is looking for service focused individuals who are excited about engaging with customers and driving sales through rapport building. Utilising cutting edge technology, modern transport fleets, integrated systems and inspirational showrooms, our client is now one of the fastest growing Retailers in the UK with exciting plans for continued growth across all areas of the business. IDEAL CANDIDATE Possess exemplary customer service skills Track record in achieving sales targets and driving profitability Self-motivated and confident individual who is able to work as part of a team Highly literate and able to provide written quotations and has strong ability with paperwork Able to build a rapport communicate with a wide range of customers Is resilient, driven and enjoys reaching targets You'll probably have experience in a role such as Account Manager, Business Development Executive, Kitchen Design Consultant, Sales Great organisational capabilities and the ability to pay great attention to detail Professional image THE ROLE - KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Contributing to and driving showroom sales by effectively promoting service and developing relationships Achieving sales targets and converting leads Customer Service Champion putting the customer first through a customer driven approach to sales Confirm all details with customers and gain their sign off on Planner Sheets, Charters & contracts to ensure errors are minimised Use the selling plan guidelines to establish payment method, to help offer the customer the right deal & close the sale Carry out appointments professionally and with a focus on service and sales OUR CLIENT Our client is a leading Kitchen Retail Specialist, offering a fantastic range of products along with world class service. If you are passionate about service, friendly and full of drive you'll fit right in. KEY WORDS: Design consultant, sales consultant, showroom, home design, interiors, homeware, interior design, customer service, sales executive, homeware trends ABOUT US This role is being handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award winning behavioural leadership recruitment consultancy covering the whole of the UK. McCarthy is like no other recruitment agency you will have worked with, our difference is our commitment to providing a professional and personalised recruitment service of the highest quality. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying for this role, you are explicitly consenting for McCarthy Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. And your details will be added to our holding database. We process certain personal information about you for our legitimate business interests in order to identify and contact suitable candidates about positions that may be relevant to them. Details are set out in our privacy policy at www / mccarthyrecruitment . com / privacy If you wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict processing of your data please contact us in the officer and we will respond to your query. Apply for this role now or find us online at: Web: Facebook:McCarthyRecruitment Twitter:UKRetailCareers Linked-In:company/mccarthy-recruitment

Logistics Key Account Manager - Major Customer - £40K - Reading Experienced with UK Transport & Warehouse? Managed a multi drop transport team? Worked on 1 major account or as an implant? This could be perfect ! Logistics Key Account Manager required for leading Road Transport company based at a customer's site in Reading. Logistics Key Account Manager Must have experience managing one major customer, its Logistics and the requirements that surround that. The Package : Salary £30K - £40K 28 days holiday Pension Hours : Business hours - flexible to suit individual and business The Company: 180 Tractor Units 700 Trailers 1000 employees 700,000 sq ft of Warehousing 5 company trains 40 offices worldwide £320 million turnover 1 million shipments per year. Requirements: Logistics for 1 major customer Experience as an implant Customer Service Key Account responsibility Transport & Warehouse Happy to travel between UK sites and to europe WR Transport & Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for transport jobs and logistics jobs. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Our client, a global market leading financial services company, based in Reading, is currently hiring for a Customer Service Officer to support customers and clients with general account queries and issues. Responsibilities Liaising with customers and clients and other departments in person and via email and telephone. Offering exception levels of customer services to all customers and clients Managing customer complaints in a timely manner and to a satisfactory level - escalating to management where necessary Managing multiple email inboxes and requests by prioritising effectively. Provide seamless process to clients. To act with integrity at all times and embrace they philosophy of treating customers fairly. Requirements Previous experience in customer service based role. Ability to maintain strong relationships and communicate with colleagues, clients and brokers. Strong Customer focus Excellent communication skills - written and verbal Strong organisation skills High level of accuracy and attentions to detail Able to manage multiple workloads well to deadline. Experience in a Financial Services, Insurance or related industry would be a distinct advantage. This is a full time, 12 month Fixed Term Contract wirh a view to becoming permanent position working from Monday-Friday, 9am-5.30pm. Our client offers and excellent remuneration and bonus package with excellent career development and progression opportunities. Please apply online to be considered. "Customer Service Officer" "Customer Service Officer" "Customer Service Officer" "Customer Service Officer" "Customer Service" "Customer Service" "Customer Service" "Customer Service" "Customer Service" "Reading" "Reading" "Reading" "Reading"

At Direct Line Group, we're shaping the future. With a mission to make insurance easier and better value for our customers, we embrace change in all its richness and variety. It's not just what we do; it's how we do it. We bring our whole selves to work every day and embrace fresh thinking - after all, Britain is constantly changing and to protect the nation, we adapt with it. Across our diverse brands - including Direct Line, Churchill, Privilege and Green Flag - change takes many forms. We appreciate the knowledge and skills that each one of us brings to the business. It's hard not to be inspired by the things that make us unique. Boldness, curiosity and enthusiasm go a long way. And they're helping us transform the industry we lead. As part of this, we are now recruiting for two Property Insurance Advisors (PIA) to join our existing field force, on full-time permanent basis. This is a home working/peripatetic role for customer visits to cover the area along the M4 corridor. What being a PIA involves: Ownership & accountability for claims that require review by a Buildings expert, to include more complex and high value (up to agreed amounts) visit and desktop claims, utilising on site inspection and digital evidence including video and photographs to create a scope for repairs to facilitate settlement negotiation. Compliance with policy cover/indemnity thresholds & business rules/record keeping/identify fraud following appropriate referral process/accurate reserving practice/diary/activity process/ repudiation process/recovery process/cheque accuracy /Payment Authorisation level 2/Self Auth/Duplicate payments/HET cost savings/claims cost control/management of aged debt. Validation of claims that require a field based visit and repudiate claims in line with policy terms and conditions. Support DLG Disaster Restoration and Recovery Specialist team to validate claims which require a field visit to ensure Indemnity coat control and to support the Customer journey. Support Customer Relations where a DLG field visit is required to facilitate complaints resolution. Continue to manage claims on a delegated authority basis up to agreed delegated authority limits, following a claim through to completion and settlement. Negotiating a settlement with customers/brokers and arranging payments. Manage customer/broker expectations by providing contact point, clear updates and communication in line with business rules. Deliver high levels of Customer Satisfaction contributing to overall Customer Satisfaction through fair interpretation of the policy coverage, speed of response and expectation management and working collaboratively to improve the customer experience. Maintain an accurate reserve throughout the life of the claim Determine rectification works necessary and act as point of technical referral for any variation in scope of works required. Point of contact for updates. Manage all claims to settlement, with close management of the customer's/broker's expectations. Focus on reviewing older claims and ensuring closure at the earliest opportunity. Support commercial/home claims, involving a subrogated recovery element, by carrying out investigations and providing information relevant to possible recovery opportunities. Issue first letter of recovery. Provide "on the ground" management of customer claims handling during severe weather events Resource DLG Surge Support Vehicle (CHARLIE) and support PR opportunities identified by Press Office in connection with Surge Events and DLG response. Identify, own and manage the risks involved in running our business appropriate to my role, in line with the DLG Insurance risk framework Key Objectives: Take ownership & accountability for the claim Ensure appropriate handling of the claim and effective control of claims spend. Manage instruction of fulfilment suppliers within SLAs Manage customer/broker expectations Keeping the customer experience at the heart of everything we do, ensuring adherence at all times to the principles of Treating the Customer Fairly. Successful achievement of all business targets as set out within departmental measures. Identify & support both subrogated and dual indemnity recovery opportunities. Support Press Office activities to promote DLG and its Brands Skills and Qualities you'll need: Previous experience in home claims is essential. Commercial claims experience is a nice to have. Ability to utilise digital evidence to facilitate claim settlements. Able to negotiate effectively - by telephone and face to face. Ability to work with limited supervision and proactively manage own case load. Can understand problems and find solutions. Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing. Has an appetite for continuous improvement. Knowledge of insurance principles, practices, building construction and repair methods is desirable. Hours: 35 Hours per week

Territory Sales Manager - Surgical Biologics - £30 - 35k + 10k OTE * Million Pound Organisation with a successful medical division * Opportunity for a clinician to break into medical sales * Exciting surgical portfolio YOUR CAREER: This growing manufacturer are well-established in the medical devices sector. The company offers fantastic product training with the opportunity to shadow successful medical device sales reps. Having been established in this market for over 30 years now, they have an exciting opportunity to join a very successful sales team and help to develop a successful South East territory. This is a great opportunity for a clinician, medical graduate or up-and-coming medical sales rep to break into surgical sales. THE ROLE: In this role, you will be selling a range of surgical biologics used in the operating theatres by surgeons, ODPs and other theatre staff. The role is an equal split between account management and finding new business across the territory. THE PERSON: To be considered for this Territory Sales Manager role you will ideally have some experience of selling medical devices into theatre, or you will have a strong clinical background with some exposure to the theatre environment. Graduates with a medical degree and strong desire to break into medical sales will also be considered. Candidates with a consultative approach and who are eager to learn will do well here. THE COMPANY: This international manufacturer is successful across the industrial market place and are now rapidly expanding into the medical devices sector. They manufacture and distribute a range of surgical biologics which are used in theatres around the world. Due to a superb reputation for product quality, the opportunity to grow within this industry is considerable. THE PACKAGE FOR Territory Sales Manager * Salary: £30,000 - 40,000 * Bonus: 10k OTE * Company Car: Yes, * Benefits: Pension, Laptop, Mobile, 20 days' holiday + Stats + Full Benefits Location: The position of Territory Manager covers Croydon, Kingston, Richmond, Dartford, Bromley, Twickenham, Chichester, Southampton, Guildford, Portsmouth, Crawley, Worthing, Gatwick, Maidstone, Ashford, Brighton, Basingstoke, Winchester, Reading, Farnborough, Bracknell, Slough, Oxford, Didcot, Newbury and Andover. Can't see anything that suits you? We only advertise a small proportion of available roles within our Medical sales division. Contact us to discuss your background in confidence and we'll give you a measured and realistic appraisal of your background and career requirements

Fawkes & Reece are currently working with a reputable developer in Reading that are currently seeking a capable Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team on one of their long running residential projects. The project is a 6 phase residential development consisting of 1100 new homes with 7 high rise apartment blocks (465 no..... click apply for full job details

Part time 3GPP NW structure Chief Consultant Our client is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider. Through their dedication to customer-centric innovation and strong partnerships, they have established end-to-end advantages in telecom networks, devices and cloud computing..... click apply for full job details

3GPP Vertical industry senior consultant Our client is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider. Through their dedication to customer-centric innovation and strong partnerships, they have established end-to-end advantages in telecom networks, devices and cloud computing..... click apply for full job details

Premier Group Recruitment is one of the leading IT, Digital and Engineering Recruitment Consultancies in the UK and USA. With offices spreading over Reading, New York, London, Manchester and Birmingham, Premier Group boasts multiple awards, accolades and testimonials which we have gained since starting in 2000. These include being voted into the Sunday Times top 15 Best companies to work for 6 straight years. We are rapidly expanding and due to this phenomenal growth we are now looking to take on our next wave of Trainee Recruitment Consultants to join the business in our central Reading office. At Premier Group Recruitment we offer to all Trainee Recruitment Consultants: - An uncapped commission scheme with earnings of up to 40%. Realistic first year OTE (On target earnings) - £40-£45k. (Company record is £52.5k earnings in first year from an individual with no recruitment experience) - Clear progression structure for all members of staff - Company car allowance target - Discounted gym membership - State of the art offices operating across 4 major cities in the UK with international offices opening soon! - Industry leading training programme with onsite trainers - awarded People investors award - Fresh fruit daily - Pool table, table tennis table, Red Bull fridge and fully stocked bar in all offices - 5* luxury holiday incentives every 3 months - Hollywood, Maldives, Budapest and Las Vegas - Lunch club and dinner out incentives to Michelin star restaurants - Amazing working environment with a genuine work/ life balance What we are looking for: Passionate about hitting targets and working in a highly competitive environment Good communication skills Determination, drive, ambition, energy and high levels of resilience Positive attitude with the ability to work proactively You will be given the opportunity to build a hugely successful career. You do not need experience in recruitment, we will teach you everything you need to know. Apply now or speak to Amy Brinsford at Premier Group for more information!

Area Sales Manager - Security Products Home based Basic circa £35k - OTE £50k Area of Operation - Southern Half of England (inc London) Our client are a market leader within hotel security systems and complementary products and as such have an opening for an Area Sales Manager on the product side of the business. The role will involve some Key Account management as well selling to hotels with support and training in our office in Berkshire. So what experience do we need from you? Must be a known achiever in sales within the hospitality industry or related technical service industry direct to the end user. Ideally a minimum of five years experience in sales and business development management, including responsibility for key accounts, with adequate leadership experience. Ideally at least three years experience of selling into New Construction and dealing with Contractors and the various forms of Sub-Contract terms and conditions. Ideally selling experience with Electronic Access Control, Safes, Energy Management Systems (EMS), HVAC Controls or related products. Must have a clean driving record. Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook. Must have a successful history of managing and growing sales revenues. Must have a demonstrated track record of working under minimal direct supervision. And your character/traits? Maturity Good diary organiser Someone who is used to prospecting and product selling. Excellent ability to prospects for opportunities Self driven, energetic and ambitious. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively. Strong business and technical aptitude. Strong and effective presentation and communication skills, whether one-on-one, in public settings, or via written media. Adheres to highest ethics Remuneration Basic salary circa £35k, OTE 50K Company car 25 days leave Health insurance Plus much more….. To be considered you must have full rights to work in UK without the need for sponsorship Apply online or call Steve Halliday at Flagship Consulting. If interested, don't hang about, we are looking for the right person asap

The role of an Optical Assistant offers more responsibility and involvement than your normal run-of-the-mill retail job. As the face of Vision Express, you're there to help customers through their journey with us - from a warm welcome, through to help with selecting the right products for their eyewear and eye care needs. You'll get to know your customers, putting them at ease and get a real feeling of satisfaction from helping them look and feel great. That's why we look for individuals who take real pride in delivering exceptional service and who love talking to people. The beauty of this role is that no two days are ever the same, except for the high expectations our customers have when it comes to our brand and service. It's up to you to bring our brand alive for the customer. In order to do this, you'll ensure the customer is cared for every step of the way to ensure their journey is seamless. You'll be quick to build a rapport with customers through listening and acknowledging their needs. You'll also get involved with booking eye examinations, completing eye health screening and helping select the best eye care solutions for each customer. If you're not comfortable talking and engaging with customers then this isn't the right role for you. One thing's for sure, you'll find a rewarding, customer focused culture with excellent training and opportunities to develop your career if you want to. What's more, you don't need any previous optical experience… we'll give you all the training you need to feel confident delivering the very best optical service to our customers. Job Requirements:So what do you need? • A desire to provide the very best in quality customer care • A charismatic personality with a positive attitude and energy • A flair for fashion and style with an eye for detail • The ability to be engaging and warm • Enjoy working as part of a team • Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn • Have a passion for luxury brands and quality products • Ideally some previous experience in a retail/optical or customer service environment If you're looking for a totally unique career, then we may just have the opportunity for you.

We're hiring! Aon are currently recruiting a Client Project Manager to join our South and Central region. This position can be based from Chelmsford, Reading, Redhill or from home with some travel required. Within this role you will be primarily responsible for providing management of projects within the National Corporate business unit, whilst identifying and introducing Aon's products and services to meet Client's needs. About the role Identify and introduce Aon's products and services to meet Client's needs: Communicate Client and industry knowledge to project team, other parts of Aon and Insurers as appropriate Ensure that each Client's / Prospects risks are identified and appropriate risk and insurance solutions proposed Help develop innovative risk and insurance solutions utilising the other Aon divisions Participate in internal meetings including pre-renewal strategy meetings as appropriate Facilitate introductions to other Aon divisions Assist in choosing the most appropriate service team for the Client in conjunction with project sponsor Represent Aon to Clients and prospects: Identify the key decision makers within a Client/Prospect for all services that can be offered by Aon Facilitate and help develop relationships between key decision-makers and Aon Influence key decision makers to purchase Aon services Comply with regulatory requirements and business procedures, and any other standards or requirements as communicated: Responsible for working in accordance with the Aon UK Limited Risk Management Framework, and compliance with the Aon UK Limited policies, including participation in the management of risks (including completion of mandatory training) that may adversely affect the business, interests or reputation of any Group Company Ensure all agreed practices and tools are actively and consistently Lead by example by ensuring own activity complies with regulatory requirements and business procedures About you Your skills and qualifications will ideally include: ACII or equivalent Prior experience within insurance, ideally gained within a client service or sales role Proven track record in running new business / defence bids to successful conclusion Commercial understanding of business e.g. market forces and business drivers Knowledge of project management methodology is advantageous but not essential Excellent influencing and communication skills Adaptable, focused and self-disciplined to drive results and meet client's needs Salary & benefits This role offers a competitive salary and bonus, plus a comprehensive benefits package and 25 days holiday. Through our flexible benefits, you will also have the opportunity to choose additional benefits, including healthcare, childcare vouchers and additional holiday. About Aon Headquartered in London, Aon Plc is a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions. Our 50,000 colleagues in 120 countries empower results for clients by using proprietary data and analytics to deliver insights that reduce volatility and improve performance. Aon is an equal opportunities employer. Aon's recruitment and selection policy ensures the best possible skill mix of colleagues and the highest quality candidates are appointed using objective job-related criteria.

We are looking for a Mortgage Advisor with 'Whole of the Market' experience to provide members of the Police service and their families with a telephone based mortgage and protection advice service of the highest quality. The role will include delivery of daily activity targets (appointments per day) to ensure volumes are maximised whilst delivering a consistent outstanding service to our members. As a Mortgage Advisor at Police Mutual you will make suitable recommendations for mortgage products on a 'Whole of Market' basis and protection products from our selected panel of leading UK providers. Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager you will be a key member of our Mortgage team, you'll relish the prospect of selling our broad portfolio of mortgage and associated products on an advised basis to both the Police and Military markets that we serve. In this role you will…. Action all prospective leads promptly - received and self-generated - and subsequently convert into mortgage or life insurance/critical illness/income protection applications Arrange face to face meetings with our members and customers - building strong and trusted relationships, as well as providing excellent advice and a first class service Complete all relevant documentation and liaise regularly with Lead Generators, including prompt feedback on results/outcomes relating to introductions made What we need from you. . . Fully CeMAP qualified or equivalent Previous experience in a similar role essential A focus on results achievement in a compliant manner A clear ability to question and understand member/customer needs An aptitude for structuring mortgage and protection plans to achieve member/customer objectives Working within a regulated environment The ability to network and identify business opportunities Understanding and in depth knowledge of the FCA regulatory framework and T&C regime In depth knowledge of the UK Mortgage market Important This a home based role and requires travel in the South of England. You'll cover the areas of Basingstoke, Reading, Woking, Slough and others in between. Due to the travel involved, you will require a clean, full UK driving license and use of your own vehicle. In return we provide a great working environment together with a fantastic Employee Benefits package including; a competitive salary complemented by 24 days holiday (this increases with service) plus bank holidays; life assurance; private healthcare PLUS flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle, discounts on financial products and consumer goods. This is a fantastic opportunity and if you believe you have the skills and experience to succeed in this challenging and rewarding role, then please apply now!

SENIOR INFORMATION SECURITY CONSULTANT (Up to £90,000) An exciting opportunity has presented itself for an experienced consultant, specialising in PCI-DSS, ISO27001 or Data Protection. On offer, is the chance to work for a market-leading Information Security Consultancy and with some of the most skilled practitioners in the UK. You can also expect a generous salary and homeworking options for work-life balance. If this sounds like a fit for you so far, please see below. What you'll be doing: - Providing consultancy and training to customers - Identifying solutions for customers and delivering/supporting their implementation - Ensuring all projects are handled in a consistent and logical manner - Project managing assignments, ensuring delivery to time, specification and budget - Ensuring project plans and documentation are available on time and in line with the appropriate standards - Encouraging sharing of information amongst other consultants to ensure market trends and industry intelligence is raised - Ensure all written work (including proposals, consultancy reports and training materials) is 'content' reviewed by peers and presentation by Managing Director. Essential qualifications / experience: - A professional qualification in Information Security or Data Protection e.g. PCI QSA or ISO 27001 - 5+ years' experience of Information Security Management (with at least 2 years' experience implementing ISO 27001) - 4+ years' experience working in a customer facing environment and having the ability to convince customers of the benefits of a proposed solution - Experience of performing risk assessments along with expertise in risk management methodology - Experience working across multiple sectors would be desirable Core competencies required: - Implementing and maintaining ISO 27001, including certification process - PCI-DSS (QSA status ideally) - Formal risk management - Cyber security - Data protection, including GDPR - Security auditing - Corporate governance - Business continuity About VIQU Recruitment: To discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Nathan Cockett by exploring the VIQU IT Recruitment website. If you know someone who would be ideal for this role, by way of showing our appreciation, VIQU is offering an introduction fee up to £1,000 once your referral has successfully started work with our client (terms apply). To be the first to hear about other exciting opportunities, alongside technology and recruitment news, please also follow us at 'VIQU IT Recruitment' on LinkedIn, viqu_uk on Instagram, VIQU on Facebook, and

Project Technical Assistant Reading £18,000 - £26,000 Permanent Do you have a qualification within Engineering and are looking to develop and learn within a fantastic company? Do you want to work for a forward thinking Engineering company, that offer a wealth of training and development opportunities If you're answering yes to these questions, then you may have just found the job and the company you've been looking for! My client are an engineering company who are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Project Technical Assistant to support their development team with new and existing product design. You will be assisting within the documentation, testing and technician support area. This is a fantastic opportunity to be a part of new product development and design and to develop new skills. We are seeking a Project Technical assistant to join our skilled team in Reading. The successful Project Technical assistant will have the following essential skills and experience: Basic understand and interest in Electrical or/and electronic systems Capable of using hand/power tools to assemble product. Ambition to learn all aspects of role. (Programming and use of automated test equipment) Be able to operate in a safe and tidy manner. An Engineering/electronics qualification and GSCE level maths/science or equivalent. Be I.T. literate and prepared to learn new systems and software. Have excellent attention to detail and great listening skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to be a part of new product development and design and to develop new skills. If you have the drive to progress your career and assist with the growth of our company then we want to hear from you today and if successful we will call you directly within 7 days . Please call or click apply. Orion Electrotech Ltd acts as both an Employment Business and Employment Agency and complies with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations Act 2003. By applying for this position please take a few moments to view our Privacy Notice on our Orion website which details how we retain and process your data. Alternatively please give us a call so we can discuss this with you