First City Recruitment

First City Recruitment At First City Recruitment, we pride ourselves on being the bridge that connects exceptional talent with top-notch opportunities.

Our mission is simple: to match the right candidates with the right roles, creating lasting and fulfilling career journeys.

13/06/2026

🚨 Commercial Insurance Account Handler 🚨

📍 Hornchurch, Essex
💰 £26,500 - £40,000 Basic Salary
💰 PLUS £250 - £500 Monthly Commission
💰 Guaranteed Commission for Your First 3 Months
🏠 Hybrid Working Available After 6 Months

Looking for a role where your insurance experience is genuinely valued and you're rewarded for your hard work?

A growing Chartered Insurance Broker in Hornchurch is looking for an experienced Commercial Insurance Account Handler to join their friendly, supportive team.

What you'll be doing:

✔ Managing renewals, MTAs, quotes and new business
✔ Advising SME clients on their insurance requirements
✔ Supporting Account Executives
✔ Building strong client relationships
✔ Earning additional commission through new business and add-ons

Commercial insurance experience in any of the following is welcomed:

✅ Motor Fleet
✅ Taxi Insurance
✅ Public Liability
✅ Employers Liability
✅ Professional Indemnity
✅ Tradesman Insurance
✅ Commercial Package Policies

What's on offer?

⭐ £26,500 - £40,000 Basic Salary
⭐ Monthly Commission (£250 - £500)
⭐ Guaranteed Commission for 3 Months
⭐ Hybrid Working
⭐ 28 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
⭐ Increases to 33 Days with Service
⭐ Pension
⭐ Career Development & Support
⭐ No Weekends
⭐ Friendly, Team Focused Environment

Whether you're an Account Handler, Insurance Advisor, Broking Executive or Client Advisor with commercial insurance experience, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Apply today or contact me for a confidential chat [email protected]

13/06/2026

⚖️ Private Client Solicitor / Fee Earner ⚖️

📍 Chelmsford OR Leigh-on-Sea
🏠 Hybrid & Flexible Working
💷 Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Are you a Private Client Solicitor or Fee Earner looking for more autonomy, better career progression and a genuinely supportive team?

Our clients Solicitors, is a modern and highly respected Essex law firm, who are growing and looking for an ambitious Private Client professional to join their thriving team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with the Head of Department, take ownership of your own caseload and play a key role in the continued growth of the firm.

You'll work on:
✔ Wills
✔ Lasting Powers of Attorney
✔ Estate Administration
✔ Trusts & Tax Planning
✔ Court of Protection Matters
✔ Building strong client and referrer relationships

Why join Backhouse?

✅ Hybrid & Flexible Working
✅ Genuine Career Progression
✅ Ongoing Professional Development
✅ Medicash Health Plan
✅ Pension Scheme
✅ Team Socials & Events
✅ Discounted Parking
✅ Office Closed Between Christmas & New Year
✅ Friendly, Supportive Culture
✅ And an endless supply of cake in the office kitchen! 🍰

We're looking for someone with 2+ years PQE (or equivalent Fee Earner experience) who is client-focused, organised, commercially minded and passionate about delivering exceptional service.

If you're ready to take the next step in your Private Client career with a firm that truly values its people, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion [email protected]

13/06/2026

🏡 Senior Conveyancing Assistant / Paralegal – New Build 🏡

📍 Chelmsford
💰 Competitive Salary (DOE)
📈 Excellent Career Progression

Are you an experienced Conveyancing Assistant or Paralegal with new build conveyancing experience?

A highly regarded Chelmsford law firm is looking to add to its growing Residential Property team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on new build transactions while developing your career within a supportive and friendly environment.

What we're looking for:

✔ 2+ years' Residential Conveyancing experience
✔ New Build conveyancing experience
✔ Experience supporting fee earners
✔ Strong client care and organisational skills
✔ Knowledge of SDLT, Land Registry and property searches advantageous

What's on offer?

✅ Competitive Salary
✅ 26 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
✅ Medicash Healthcare Plan
✅ Ongoing Training & Development
✅ Clear Career Progression
✅ Friendly Team Culture
✅ Regular Social Events
✅ Office Closed Between Christmas & New Year
✅ Dress Down Fridays
✅ Discounted Parking

If you're looking to join a firm that genuinely invests in its people and offers long-term career development, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Contact us directly or send your CV to [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

13/06/2026

🏡 Residential Conveyancer – Witham 🏡

💰 £40,000 - £60,000 DOE
🏠 Hybrid Working Available
⏰ Flexible Hours
📍 Witham, Essex

Are you an experienced Residential Conveyancer looking for a firm that genuinely values its people?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking law firm where you'll enjoy flexibility, autonomy, excellent benefits and real career progression.

You'll manage your own residential conveyancing caseload, including:

✔ Freehold & Leasehold Sales and Purchases
✔ New Build Transactions
✔ Transfers of Equity
✔ Files from Instruction to Completion
✔ Building Strong Client Relationships

What's on offer?

✅ Hybrid Working
✅ Flexible Hours Available
✅ £40,000 - £60,000 Salary
✅ 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
✅ Free On-Site Parking
✅ Death in Service
✅ Pension Scheme
✅ Reduced Legal Fees
✅ Professional Training & Development
✅ Regular Team Lunches & Social Events
✅ Dog-Friendly Office
✅ Cycle to Work Scheme
✅ Genuine Career Progression

We're looking for a Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, Legal Executive or experienced Fee Earner with at least 3 years' residential conveyancing experience who is ready to take the next step in their career.

If you're looking for a supportive team, a fantastic culture and a role where you can truly thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Contact me directly or send your CV to [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

13/06/2026

🔬 Business Development Manager – Freeze Dryers (Europe)
💰 £53,000–£75,000 + 15% Annual Bonus
🏠 Fully Remote (UK or Mainland Europe)
✈️ 50% European Travel + Occasional USA Travel

A global scientific equipment manufacturer is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive European growth for its freeze drying (lyophilisation) product range.

This is a high-impact, strategic role where you'll work with cutting-edge laboratory equipment, develop new business opportunities across Europe and become the regional expert for freeze drying technology.

What we're looking for:
✔ PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Analytical Sciences or similar (Master's considered with strong experience)
✔ Hands-on experience with freeze dryers or similar laboratory instrumentation
✔ Technical sales or business development experience
✔ Strong understanding of freeze drying / lyophilisation
✔ Confident working with scientists, researchers and senior stakeholders
✔ Happy to travel extensively across Europe

What's on offer:
✅ £53,000–£75,000 salary
✅ 15% annual bonus
✅ Fully remote role
✅ International travel
✅ Long-term career development
✅ Market-leading scientific equipment
✅ Supportive global business

This is a rare opportunity to combine technical expertise with commercial leadership in a specialist and growing market.

📩 Interested? Get in touch or send your CV today to [email protected]

13/06/2026

📦 Inventory & Planning Leader – Ipswich 📦
💰 £35,000 - £40,000
📍 Ipswich
🎁 Bonus Scheme + Excellent Benefits

Are you experienced in inventory control, production planning or supply chain coordination within a manufacturing environment?

We're recruiting for an Inventory & Planning Leader to join a friendly, supportive manufacturing business in Ipswich. This is a varied role offering real ownership and the opportunity to make a genuine impact across planning, stock control and continuous improvement.

What you'll need:
✔ Manufacturing experience
✔ Planning, scheduling or inventory control background
✔ ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, Syspro, Epicor, Sage etc.)
✔ Strong Excel skills
✔ Analytical and organised approach
✔ Ability to manage multiple priorities

What's on offer:
✅ £35,000 - £40,000 salary
✅ Bonus scheme
✅ 25 days holiday + bank holidays
✅ Healthcare cash plan
✅ Employee Assistance Programme
✅ Staff discount platform
✅ Free on-site parking
✅ Supportive, close-knit team
✅ Long-term career development

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys improving processes, taking ownership and working closely with Production, Supply Chain, Sales and Finance teams.

📩 Interested? Get in touch or send your CV today to [email protected]

13/06/2026

🚨 Business Development Executive – King's Lynn 🚨

💰 £27,000 - £30,000 Basic Salary
💰 Realistic £50,000+ OTE in Year One
💰 Uncapped Commission

Are you confident on the phone, motivated by earning money and looking to build a long-term career in sales?

We're recruiting for a growing waste management business in King's Lynn offering full training, genuine progression opportunities and a fantastic team environment.

The role involves speaking with new and existing customers, generating business opportunities, building relationships and converting enquiries into profitable sales.

What we're looking for:
✔ Some sales experience (any industry considered)
✔ Confident and enthusiastic telephone manner
✔ Positive, driven and self-motivated attitude
✔ Local to King's Lynn

Benefits include:
✅ Uncapped commission
✅ Full training and support
✅ Enhanced pension
✅ 23 days holiday + bank holidays
✅ Regular team socials and events
✅ Casual dress code
✅ Clear progression opportunities

If you're looking for a sales role where your earnings are in your hands and you want to be part of a friendly, growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Message me directly or send your CV to [email protected] to find out more.

01/06/2026

💰 Ambitious Sales Professionals – Are You Ready to Earn £55,000+? 💰

Do you have at least 12 months' office-based sales experience and want to take your earnings to the next level?

We're recruiting for a Finance Specialist to join a successful FCA Regulated, NACFB Approved Business Finance Brokerage in Saffron Walden.

This is a fantastic opportunity to break into the world of commercial finance, helping businesses secure funding solutions while earning uncapped commission.

📍 Saffron Walden
💷 £27,000 Guaranteed Basic Salary
💰 OTE £55,000+ Year One
🚀 Uncapped Commission
🏖 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
🛡 Pension & Life Insurance
📚 Full Training Provided
⏰ Monday to Friday – No Weekends

You'll be handling warm inbound enquiries from business owners, helping them secure:
✔ Business Loans
✔ Asset Finance
✔ Invoice Finance
✔ Property Finance
✔ Cashflow Solutions

We're looking for:
✅ At least 1 year's office-based sales experience
✅ A confident communicator
✅ Target-driven and motivated to earn
✅ Someone who enjoys building relationships and closing deals

If you're looking for a genuine career opportunity with outstanding earning potential and clear progression, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Apply today or contact First City Recruitment for a confidential conversation [email protected]

01/06/2026

🚨 Commercial Insurance Professionals – Looking for a fresh challenge? 🚨

Do you want to work for a successful Chartered Insurance Broker where your experience is genuinely valued and rewarded?

We're recruiting for a Corporate Account Handler to join a thriving and growing team in Hornchurch.

💷 £26,500 - £40,000 DOE
💰 £250 - £500 monthly commission
⭐ Guaranteed commission for your first 3 months
🏡 Hybrid working available after 6 months
🌴 28 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service
🚗 Hornchurch, Essex
⏰ Monday to Friday – No weekends

You'll be advising SME clients on their commercial insurance requirements, handling renewals, MTAs, new business and quotations, whilst building strong client relationships and supporting a successful team.

We're keen to speak with candidates who have commercial insurance experience, including:
✔ Fleet Insurance
✔ Tradesman Insurance
✔ Public Liability
✔ Employers Liability
✔ Professional Indemnity
✔ Commercial Package Policies
Cert CII and Open GI experience are advantageous but not essential.

If you're an experienced Commercial Account Handler, Insurance Broker or Commercial Insurance professional looking for a company that offers stability, progression and a fantastic working environment, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Apply today or contact First City Recruitment for a confidential conversation [email protected]

18/05/2026

*** HOT JOB ALERT ***
Gravesend

Due to growth, we are recruiting two Transport Planner & Operations Administrators to join a busy and growing transport and recycling operation covering London and the South East. This role is ideal for someone with experience in transport planning, logistics coordination, route planning, waste management, recycling operations, transport administration, or fleet scheduling.

Benefits:

23 days holiday + bank holidays
Additional holiday awarded each year (up to 27 days)
Company pension scheme
Free on-site parking
Regular team-building nights out
Referral programme
Career development opportunities through personal development plans
Pro development, training, and upskilling culture
Supportive, growing team environment
Key Responsibilities:

Planning daily vehicle routes, coordinating collections and deliveries, supporting drivers, managing transport office administration, and ensuring efficient day-to-day operations.
Plan and manage daily transport schedules, vehicle routing, and driver coordination.
Oversee collections, deliveries, route optimisation, and real-time operational changes.
Liaise with drivers, customers, suppliers, waste management partners, and logistics providers.
Maintain accurate transport compliance records and operational documentation.
Support the transport office with administration, reporting, and scheduling.
Handle incoming calls, customer queries, and operational emails.
Monitor transport performance and identify efficiency improvements.
Assist with logistics planning, customer account support, and operational reporting
Requirements:

Your own transport to travel to the office.
Previous experience within transport planning, logistics, operations administration, or a similar role.
Experience using Weightsoft or similar transport management systems is essential.
Confident using Microsoft Office.
Strong organisational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Commercial awareness and understanding of operational efficiency and cost control.
Experience in waste management, metal recycling, transport operations, or logistics scheduling is beneficial but not essential.
CPC or HGV licence is advantageous but again not essential.

Working Hours:
Shift patterns may include 5:00am–3:00pm, 9:00am–7:00pm, alternate Saturdays, and overtime during busy periods. Flexibility is essential due to operational demands.

Why Apply:

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to progress within transport planning, logistics coordination, waste and recycling operations, or transport administration. Ideal for candidates who enjoy responsibility, problem-solving, and working in a dynamic transport office environment.

APPLY NOW, we look forward to hearing from you! [email protected]

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