Business services
Alongside our core areas of work, we have roles available in a range of business support services. These include IT, HR, Marketing, Legal and Finance.
Alongside our core areas of work, we have roles available in a range of business support services. These include IT, HR, Marketing, Legal and Finance.

People thrive at wates
As a successful family run business, we put people first in all that we do. Join us, and we’ll do all we can to support your career development. You’ll be amazed at the possibilities this industry has to offer and the wide range of opportunities available here.
Your career progression is in your hands. You can choose to stay within your current area or explore other parts of the business. We encourage our employees to learn about all our different areas of business. As well as internal mobility, we believe in promoting from within.
Working for us is an interesting and rewarding career. We provide the best benefits package in the business. That’s why, there is no better place to build your career.

Your next career journey starts here
Whether you’re seeking your next move, fancy a career change, or returning to work after a break, we’d love to hear from you. You don’t need industry experience in the built environment – just the transferable skills we need to keep our business running smoothly.
We’re interested in your personal qualities and having the right mindset to succeed with us: being open, willing to learn, not afraid of a challenge, and possessing good communication and people skills. An interest in our industry would also help.
Here from our people
Creative Services Executive
“I first joined Wates in 2017 as an Administrator, and eight years later, I’m proud to be working as a Creative Services Executive. Returning when my daughter was two, it truly felt like coming home. Wates has consistently empowered me to grow, evolve, and take on new challenges. The support I’ve received has enabled me to thrive – both professionally and as a parent.”
Scheduler
Location: Skelmersdale
Job Type: Clerical & Administration
Application Deadline: 19-01-2026
🔧 About the Role:We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Scheduler to join our responsive repairs and social housing works team. Based in our Skelmersdale office, you’ll be responsible for coordinating repair appointments, ensuring efficient service delivery, and supporting our commitment to excellent customer care.This is a full-time, office-based role working Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.💼 Key Responsibilities: Schedule and allocate repair jobs to operatives based on availability and location Liaise with tenants, contractors, and internal teams to confirm appointments Monitor job progress and update systems accordingly Handle queries and resolve scheduling conflicts efficiently Maintain accurate records and support reporting requirements🎯 What We’re Looking For: Experience in scheduling, ideally within social housing or property maintenance Excellent organisational and communication skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities Proficiency in scheduling software and Microsoft Office A customer-focused approach with a commitment to service excellence🌟 Benefits: Competitive salary Pension scheme Opportunities for training and development Supportive and collaborative team environmentGiven 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
Planner
Location: Walton-On-Thames
Job Type: Clerical & Administration
Application Deadline: 05-01-2026
🌟 We're Hiring: Planner – WPS – Walton-on-Thames 🌟📍 Location: Walton-on-Thames🕒 Type: Full-time 💼 About the Role:Are you a master of organisation and love keeping things running smoothly? 🧩We’re looking for a Planner to join our buzzing WPS team in Walton-on-Thames! You’ll be the go-to person for planning and coordinating our multi-skilled engineers and supply chain, helping us deliver top-notch service every day. 🚀🔑 What You’ll Be Doing: 📅 Planning diaries to keep our workforce productive and efficient 📊 Creating performance reports to track progress and success 📉 Keeping work-in-progress low and on target 📞 Communicating with clients and teams to keep everything flowing 🛠️ Supporting supervisors and site teams with smart scheduling 💡 Spotting areas for improvement and suggesting solutions 📧 Handling customer queries with professionalism and care ⚠️ Ensuring all plans meet health & safety standards🧠 What You’ll Bring: ✅ Strong Excel & IT skills ✅ Great communication – written & verbal ✅ Ability to prioritise and manage your own workload ✅ Commercial awareness & a customer-first mindset ✅ Experience in producing reports and managing diaries ✅ A clean driving licence is a bonus!🌈 Why Join Us? Be part of a supportive, friendly team 🤝 Make a real impact every day 💥 Opportunities to grow and develop 📈 Work in a fast-paced, rewarding environment 🏃♀️💨Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard 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
Location: Redditch
Job Type: HR
Application Deadline: 07-01-2026
Make a real impact where people thrive.We’re looking for a proactive, trusted HR Advisor to join Wates Property Services across our North & Central region. You’ll be a go‑to partner for managers and employees guiding fair, consistent, and legally compliant people practices and you’ll help us embed great HR across our operations. TUPE experience is highly desirable, as you’ll support transfers and change activity.What you’ll be doing Providing comprehensive HR advice and support to managers and employees across the full employee lifecycle covering employee relations, performance improvement, absence, redundancy and redeployment, and HR best practice. Supporting the development, communication and rollout of updated HR policies and procedures, including briefings and training for the business. Leading and contributing to HR project work (e.g. TUPE transfers and change management). Coaching line managers, HR Operations and People Directors on the practical application of HR policy, process and employment legislation. Attending and supporting complex disciplinary, grievance, capability and appeal hearings alongside line managers. Building productive relationships with external legal advisers and Occupational Health, and ensuring services are fully utilised. Upholding confidentiality and data protection at all times, and taking ownership of your continuous professional development.What you’ll bring Knowledge: Up‑to‑date employment law; sound understanding of HR processes; comfortable working with people metrics; strong customer‑service orientation. Skills & experience: Excellent written and verbal communication; experience supporting absence and ER hearings and drafting outcome letters; a track record in driving improvements and change; high integrity and discretion. CIPD qualified (or equivalent). Bonus: Experience of TUPE delivery and consultation. Where you’ll workThis role sits within our WPS North & Central region. You can be based at Redditch or another WPS site office in the Midlands, with hybrid working and travel across the region to support local teams.Please note: We reserve the right to close the advert early at any stage of the recruitment process should we receive sufficient applicationsGiven 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 Analytics Coordinator
Location: Finsbury Park
Job Type: HR
Application Deadline: 24-12-2025
HR Analytics Coordinator📍 Location: Finsbury Park / Flexible – Anywhere in the UK🏢 Company: WPS About the RoleAre you passionate about turning data into actionable insights? Join WPS as an HR Analytics Coordinator and play a key role in shaping HR strategies through data-driven decision-making. This role is perfect for someone who loves working with dashboards, reports, and analytics to make a real impact on people processes.What You’ll Do Create & Maintain Dashboards: Build engaging HR dashboards using Power BI and Excel to visualize key metrics. Deliver Reports: Produce accurate, timely HR reports and automate recurring tasks for efficiency. Improve Processes: Identify opportunities to streamline data workflows and enhance reporting. Support HR Projects: Use analytics to uncover trends and inform strategic HR initiatives. Ensure Data Integrity: Validate and clean HR data while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with Data Protection laws. Assist Cyclical HR Activities: Provide accurate data for salary reviews, talent planning, and succession processes.What We’re Looking For Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and ideally experience with HRIS systems. Analytical Mindset: Strong numerical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Qualifications: Degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, HR, or related field (preferred). CIPD qualification (desirable). Behaviours We Value Care: Committed to people, performance, and community. Fairness: Inclusive, respectful, and transparent. Innovation: Always looking for better ways to work and improve efficiency.Why Join Us? Be part of a forward-thinking HR team that values innovation and collaboration. Work in a vibrant Finsbury Park location. Opportunity to influence HR strategy through data insights.✅ Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us transform HR analytics at WPS!Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard 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