L&Q

Graduate Project Manager role supporting housing regeneration and development projects, with training in project management.The L&Q Early Talent Programme has been designed to help you get the career you have always wanted. This role provides the opportunity to start a new career path with a values-led organisation that will support you to learn and develop throughout the programme and beyond.Our Development & Regeneration team at L&Q is delivering a range of exciting housing regeneration projects, from major estate redevelopments in multiple locations such as, South Acton, Beam Park and Lewisham, to new in-house opportunities. As a graduate, you will gain hands-on experience across all stages of the development process. You will build your skills in areas like financial modelling, planning, construction project management, stakeholder engagement and property handovers. More than that, you will be part of a team focused on creating places where communities can thrive and where homes, schools, parks and public spaces come together to support long-term, inclusive growth. By the end of the training period, you will be expected to have: Achieved the Association for Project Management (APM) Project Management Qualification (PMQ)Developed a strong understanding of the regeneration and development sector.Contributed effectively to the team’s projects and objectives.Enhanced the organisation’s reputation by demonstrating a commitment to professional excellence and staff development.Overview of the role:We are looking for an ambitious graduate to join our busy Development and Regeneration team, based in London to train as a Project Manager. You will be involved in a wide variety of project management tasks within a development and regeneration setting.  Working closely with internal and external professionals from across the development sector, you will develop technical expertise and gain valuable experience in project management. You will be engaged in a challenging role from day one and be accountable for your area of responsibility whilst being supported by a project manager and line manager to guide and develop skills where required.Strong organisation skills are essential to this role as well as excellent communication and an understanding of what first-class customer service skills are.We are looking for a candidate with resilience, drive, enthusiasm and a passion to help people.Other essential skills and experience include:Ability to multi-task and work to deadlinesGood IT skillsSelf-motivatedGood understanding of ExcelPerson RequirementsPassionate about working in regenerationDemonstrate resilience and tenacityStrong leadership and communication skills,Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills,Be commercially minded and a strategic thinker. Must be flexible in terms of travelMust be able to work in the UKQualification RequirementsA degree in a real estate discipline or similar is desirable, but a passion for regeneration is more important, so we will consider any bachelor’s degree.GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and maths (or equivalent)What you can expect:Competitive salary and great company benefit package - Benefits include:  Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and many more… Great breadth and variety of experiences through a structured apprenticeship or training programme. You will have access to outstanding training offered internally. You will be supported throughout the programme by an experienced line manager and mentor.About L&Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high-quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life. 

Posted 10 days ago

Graduate Sustainability role at L&Q supporting environmental compliance, climate risk, biodiversity, carbon reduction, energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives across housing development, procurement and maintenance.Benefits include:  Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and many more… Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. NB: Successful applicants must have, and maintain, the right to work in the UK for the duration of the development programme Join our Sustainability Team at L&Q:Are you interested in making a meaningful impact on some of the UK’s most pressing social and environmental challenges? Working in L&Q’s sustainability team means that you can help deliver affordable housing in a way that avoids adverse impacts to the environment. The Sustainability team sits within our wider Strategy & Performance directorate, which oversees the delivery of L&Q’s five-year Corporate Strategy. The directorate oversees strategy development and delivery, business planning and performance reporting, the group’s sustainability efforts to achieve net zero carbon and respond to the risks associated with climate change, manages the group's policy development framework as well as oversee our portfolio and Transformation and Change programmes.[LB1]  As such, it presents a rare opportunity to shape, influence and work at the very heart of one of the UK largest social enterprises. Over the past 5 years, our previous strategy delivered significant progress including: Launching a £3 billion, 15-year major works investment programme that will make sure every resident’s home is safe, decent and more energy efficient. Delivering 15,500 new homes, of which 70% were affordable, across our focus geographies of London & the Southeast, and ManchesterImproving the quality and responsiveness of our repairs service through a change programme which has already delivered a 20% increase in first-time fix on day-to-day repairs.We have committed to investing significant sums to bring our homes and services in line with changing regulatory standards. The successful candidate will be joining at a pivotal moment, as we begin the first year of our new 5-Year Environment & Climate Change Strategic Plan. Building on the work that has gone before, teams are moving deliverables from strategy to delivery, embedding activities and objectives across the organisation. Central to this is the delivery of strengthened Environmental Management, now sitting newly in the central Strategy & Performance directorate.Overview of the roleWe are looking for an ambitious, passionate and driven graduate to join our sustainability and environmental compliance team. As a graduate you will gain hands-on experience across all areas of environment and sustainability in the housing sector. In the role, you’ll work across all areas of the business including new development, procurement, supply chain and maintenance whilst building your skills in biodiversity, climate risk, adaptation and retrofit & decarbonisation. More than that, you will be part of a team focused on providing affordable and long-lasting homes where communities can thrive. The successful candidate will join an agile, high-performing and values driven team that not only helps shape strategic thought but then translates this into delivery so we achieve the best total cost solution for our customers through reliable, consistent, and repeatable products and services. By the end of the training period, you can expect to have:Developed a strong understanding of sustainability in the housing sector.Contributed effectively to the team’s projects and objectives.Enhanced the organisation’s reputation by demonstrating a commitment to shaping the future of sustainable and affordable housing. Key responsibilities include:Supporting L&Q’s approach to environmental sustainability across a wide range of business areas including new development, asset management, procurement, supply chain, and maintenance.Assist with reporting and data management on environmental management compliance, energy use, carbon emissions water consumption and waste. This will be in line with annual sustainability reporting and climate risk reporting for use in monitoring, disclosing, and improving performance.Providing support to the team for mitigation and adaptation measures relating to biodiversity and the risk of flood, overheating and other climate risks to our residents.Help interpret sustainability-related regulations and emerging policies (e.g Future Homes Standard, Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES)) and assist in updating internal policies and procedures.Preparing briefing notes on relevant sustainability regulations, developing materials and content on sustainability priorities, and delivering strong communication to coordinate with cross-functional teams.Ensuring that resident benefit is at the heart of everything we do, and driving forward both innovative and well understood mechanisms to support a fair transition to net zero.What you'll bring:·        A degree in a related field·        Passionate about working in sustainability and climate change·        Self-motivated and resilient·        Strong communication skills·        Excellent report writing and analytical skills  About L&Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high-quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life. 250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the Southeast and Northwest of England. People are at the heart of our business, and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate values and behavioural framework, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&Q. At L&Q, we know that diversity and inclusion make us stronger – and they’re at the heart of everything we do.When we recruit, we look at what really matters: your skills, experience, and potential. We’re proud to be recognised for creating an inclusive workplace. We’re a Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) and we’ve introduced our own Recruitment Advocate scheme to make sure every step of our hiring process is fair, transparent, and consistent. It’s all part of our commitment to ending discrimination and making L&Q a place where everyone feels welcome.  Sustainability is also at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations. 

Posted 19 days ago

Apprentice IT Contract Manager at L&Q, supporting the procurement, negotiation, renewal, and performance management of technology and corporate service contracts while completing a CIPS Level 4 Procurement and Supply Chain Practitioner apprenticeship.NB: To qualify for apprenticeship funding, the individual must have a valid and eligible residency status. This requires residency in the UK (or British Overseas Territories) for at least 3 years prior to the start of the apprenticeship. The L&Q Early Talent Programme has been designed to help you get the career you have always wanted. This role provides the opportunity to start a new career path with a values-led organisation that will support you to learn and develop throughout the programme and beyond.Introduction:Our Contract Management team procures, negotiates and manages Technology and Corporate Services contracts across L&Q. This includes business-critical contracts for housing and finance management systems, professional services, hardware, software licensing and many more. We work closely with internal and external stakeholders to build strong supplier relationships, monitor performance and ensure compliance.Overview of the role:We are looking for an ambitious candidate to join our busy and supportive Contract Management team and train as a Contract Manager. In this role, you will learn to manage the procurement, delivery and performance of Technology and Corporate Services contracts and suppliers across L&Q.Your responsibilities will include leading supplier performance reviews and scorecards, helping to scope, negotiate and procure software, hardware and professional services, drafting and renewing contracts, supporting tenders and contributing to projects. You will also help ensure compliance with Procurement Regulations and build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders at different levels.From day one, you will take on meaningful responsibilities in a challenging role, with support from experienced Contract Managers and your line manager to guide, coach and develop your skills.Join our Technology Team at L&Q:Help shape the future of Technology at L&Q while ensuring we get the best value and performance from our suppliers and products.As an Apprentice IT Contract Manager, you’ll lead supplier performance reviews and renewals under £100,000, ensuring we have the right terms and conditions, coupled with the right products in place to support our wider strategy,You’ll be part of an experienced Contract Management team, reporting to one of our IT Contract Managers.Technology at L&Q is growing rapidly, creating exciting opportunities for our team to expand and develop with it.Your impact in the role:Your main duties will include managing supplier performance, renewing, procuring, terminating, extending and drafting contracts across Technology, and working with stakeholders to get the best solutions for the best value to meet business needs. You’ll build strong relationships with the wider commercial team, including procurement and finance, while also working with delivery and support teams across the business at a variety of different levels. You’ll build mutually beneficial relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.You’ll help us get the best value from our contracts, support us in reaching our team KPIs and generate efficiencies across the business.What you'll bring:5 x Grade 6-9 (or equivalent) GCSEs, to include English & MathsBasic understanding of contract principles and practicesStrong written and verbal communication skillsVery good attention to detailIdeally, you’ll have an interest in procurement and/or contract management and will have experience in a customer facing role at any level, but not essentialWhat you can expect:Competitive salary and great company benefit package - Benefits include:  Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and many more… Great breadth and variety of experiences through a structured apprenticeship or training programme.You will have access to outstanding training offered internally.You will be supported throughout the programme by an experienced line manager and mentor.About L&Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life. 250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. People are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate values, which outline our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&Q. At L&Q, we know that diversity and inclusion make us stronger – and they’re at the heart of everything we do.When we recruit, we look at what really matters: your skills, experience, and potential. We’re proud to be recognised for creating an inclusive workplace. We’re a Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) and we’ve introduced our own Recruitment Advocate scheme to make sure every step of our hiring process is fair, transparent, and consistent. It’s all part of our commitment to ending discrimination and making L&Q a place where everyone feels welcome.  Sustainability is also at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.

Posted 19 days ago