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Commercial Administrator

⭐ Commercial Administrator 📍 West Midlands🏢 WPSWe’re looking for a proactive and detail‑driven Commercial Administrator to join our WPS team in the West Midlands! If you love organisation, accuracy and being the go‑to support for a busy commercial function, this role is a great fit. 💼✨What you’ll be doing 📋You’ll play a key part in keeping our commercial processes running smoothly, including: 🧾 Inputting schedule of rate items into the client system 📤 Producing & sending subcontractor pre‑works schedules of rates 🧠 Preparing scoping and pricing documents for checking 🔄 Inputting variations into the client system ✔️ Checking & processing subcontractor applications 💸 Releasing pre‑agreed invoices within our financial system (COINS) 🔍 Tracking & resolving post‑inspection queries 📥 Coding new orders from booking sheets, photos & subcontractor invoices before passing to the QS 🧮 Creating client invoices and liaising with their payroll team to ensure timely paymentWhat we’re looking for 🌟 Someone who is organised, accurate and confident using systems A great communicator who can build good working relationships A team player who enjoys supporting others and maintaining smooth processesWhy join WPS?You’ll be part of a supportive, friendly and growing team where your work genuinely makes a difference. At Wates, we care about people, development and giving you the tools to succeed. 🌱💙📩 Apply todayReady to take the next step? Apply today and help us deliver a safe, efficient and customer‑first repairs service. ✉️🔗

Company Secretariat Assistant

Company Secretariat AssistantAbout the RoleAs a Company Secretarial Assistant / Administrator, you’ll play a key part in supporting the smooth operation of our governance processes. You’ll provide essential administrative and statutory compliance support across board and committee activities, ensuring documentation, filings and records are delivered to the highest standard.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with governance, legal or administrative experience who is eager to develop professionally—especially those working towards (or interested in) ICSA/CGI qualifications.Key ResponsibilitiesYou will support the Company Secretariat team with a variety of governance and administrative tasks, including: Attending committee meetings, providing note‑taking support and tracking follow‑up actions. Coordinating meeting logistics and distributing papers and documentation. Drafting statutory Board minutes and assisting with written resolutions. Maintaining accurate governance records and ensuring compliance with internal standards. Preparing and submitting Companies House filings, including confirmation statements and other statutory returns. Responding to Know Your Client (KYC) and compliance-related enquiries from internal and external stakeholders. Assisting with preparation and management of Powers of Attorney in line with Group Delegated Authorities.Who You’ll Work WithYou’ll collaborate closely with: The Group Company Secretary, Assistant Company Secretary, and wider Company Secretariat team. Board members, committee chairs and their EAs. Legal and Compliance teams to ensure accurate governance documentation and responses. External stakeholders including Companies House, legal advisers and compliance organisations.About YouWe’re looking for someone who brings professionalism, accuracy and a proactive mindset to their work. Ideally, you will have:Knowledge & Experience Experience in a governance, legal or administrative function (preferred).Qualifications Working towards or holding ICSA/CGI qualification (preferred but not essential). Willingness to undertake further professional development.Skills Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Confident working independently and as part of a team.WHAT WE OFFER  Competitive salary & bonus   Flexible working - this role will be based in the Leatherhead / London Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates)   Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 8% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more…   Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.   Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Project Administrator

About the RoleWe are currently recruiting for a Project Administrator to join our team in the West Midlands, supporting planned social housing works for WPS. This is a key office-based role providing administrative support to project and operational teams, ensuring works are delivered efficiently and accurately.Key Responsibilities Providing day-to-day administrative support to project teams Assisting with the coordination of planned social housing works Maintaining accurate project documentation and records Updating trackers, reports and spreadsheets using Excel Liaising with internal teams, subcontractors and clients as required Supporting programme updates, data input and general office administrationAbout You Previous experience in a construction or built environment setting is highly desirable Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail Confident using Excel and Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc.) Able to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines A proactive, reliable team player with good communication skillsWhat We Offer Stable, full-time, office-based role Opportunity to work on long-term planned social housing projects Supportive team environment with scope to develop within the businessIf you’re well organised, comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment, and looking for a solid administrative role within social housing works, we’d love to hear from you.Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

HR Advisor – FTC

Wates Group are looking for an experienced HR Advisor to join our HR team supporting both our Central Services Functions (IT, Finance, etc) and Land and Development business out of our Leatherhead office in Surrey. Reporting to the HR Business Partner, this role provides critical ER support to the business, allowing us to manage and support our people effectively.HR Advisor – Key Responsibilities1. Lead and resolve Employee Relations (ER) casework: Handle sickness, disciplinary, grievance, capability and appeal cases, ensuring timely, fair and high‑quality outcomes. Produce all accompanying documentation, including invites, outcome letters and meeting notes.2. Deliver HR project activity: Support TUPE transfers, restructures and redundancy processes, including preparing ELI data, conducting consultations and liaising with third parties when required.3. Manage people risk and build manager capability: Identify emerging people risks, provide coaching on HR policies and practices, and design or deliver training and support materials to upskill managers.4. Ensure compliance and accurate data management: Respond to Subject Access Requests, collating/redacting data appropriately; maintain accurate casework records and produce monthly ER activity reports.5. Provide insight and contribute to continuous improvement: Analyse ER trends to inform people plans, stay current with legislation and policy changes, and actively contribute to the HR Advisor network by sharing best practice.Key Behaviours1. Relationship‑building & collaborationBuilds strong partnerships with managers, colleagues and external stakeholders to drive positive outcomes.2. Professional judgement & confidentiality: Applies sound judgement in sensitive situations and maintains confidentiality at all times.3. Proactive problem‑solving: Anticipates risks, identifies improvement opportunities and takes initiative to create practical solutions.4. Continuous learning & adaptability: Keeps knowledge up to date, adapts to changing priorities and contributes to consistent, high‑quality HR practice.ABOUT THE ROLEThis is fast paced, challenging, yet rewarding role, with a primary focus to provide comprehensive and professional HR advice, guidance and support to managers and employees on a full range of HR transactional activities.We are looking for you to already be working in a similar role and environment with experience in providing both remote and face to face advice, guidance and direction to employees and managers.To be successful in the role you will be an effective communicator, able to build relationships across the business to promote and encourage the integration of HR policies, procedures, and best practice. You will also have the confidence and proven experience in taking the lead on projects such as TUPE and other employee relations matters, and ideally by CIPD Level 5 qualified or currently completing thisThis role will be carried out through a combination of working out of our Leatherhead office and remote working.WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary Flexible working  Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) / car allowance. Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 8% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity/partner leave.  Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting