We are always on the lookout for world class Project Managers, Procurement and Sales Professionals. If this sounds like you, please send your CV, in the strictest of confidence to careers@castlebrook.ie
Ireland
Posted 3 months ago
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About Castlebrook
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Castlebrook is a market leading international interior fit out company specialising in hotels and luxury residential interiors. Established in 1982, the company has developed into a specialist in luxury interiors across Ireland, the UK, Europe and Africa. Our services are tailored to product engineering,specification & procurement of custom interiors, and the associated project management, manufacture, installation and logistics services. Our clients choose Castlebrook for our professional and flexible approach to delivering projects, our expert knowledge of materials, and the craftsmanship required to deliver quality products. We work closely with owners, operators, contractors, architects and interior designers to clearly understand their requirements from the initial concept stage through to final realisation. We have developed an extensive international network of quality suppliers, who have a clear understanding of our high standards. Castlebrook is known for design integrity, our strong attention to detail, our proactive responsiveness to our customers, the key relationships that we have developed, and the quality work that we deliver. We thrive in complexity, we take pride in hand-holding our clients from start to finish, and building our client’s trust that we deliver. We are nimble, bespoke, and will shape our service to the needs of our clients. We specialise in four and five star luxury hotels, resorts, boutique manors, and high-end luxury apartments from new builds, conversions, restoration, and refurbishment. Headquartered in Bray, Co. Wicklow, Ireland, we have operations in Ireland, the UK, and are growing our sales in France and other mainland European countries.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type="in_container" full_screen_row_position="middle" column_margin="default" column_direction="default" column_direction_tablet="default" column_direction_phone="default" scene_position="center" text_color="dark" text_align="left" row_border_radius="none" row_border_radius_applies="bg" overflow="visible" overlay_strength="0.3" gradient_direction="left_to_right" shape_divider_position="bottom" bg_image_animation="none"][vc_column column_padding="no-extra-padding" column_padding_tablet="inherit" column_padding_phone="inherit" column_padding_position="all" column_element_spacing="default" background_color_opacity="1" background_hover_color_opacity="1" column_shadow="none" column_border_radius="none" column_link_target="_self" column_position="default" gradient_direction="left_to_right" overlay_strength="0.3" width="1/1" tablet_width_inherit="default" tablet_text_alignment="default" phone_text_alignment="default" animation_type="default" bg_image_animation="none" border_type="simple" column_border_width="none" column_border_style="solid"][vc_column_text]Job Purpose
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The Office Administrator / Accounts Assistant will assist the Accounts and Administration function to maintain the front office administrative operation whilst ensuring excellent customer service to clients, suppliers, visitors and staff. In addition to the fundamental delivery of general administrative and accounts tasks, this varied role is also responsible for overseeing the smooth running of the office facilities. The role will suit applicants with at least 3 years’ experience in accounts and administration and an excellent understanding of modern management processes and who enjoy variety and working in a busy environment. This is a full-time position and due to the nature of the role the successful applicant will work full time in our office in Bray Business Park, Bray, Co Wicklow.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type="in_container" full_screen_row_position="middle" column_margin="default" column_direction="default" column_direction_tablet="default" column_direction_phone="default" scene_position="center" text_color="dark" text_align="left" row_border_radius="none" row_border_radius_applies="bg" overflow="visible" overlay_strength="0.3" gradient_direction="left_to_right" shape_divider_position="bottom" bg_image_animation="none"][vc_column column_padding="no-extra-padding" column_padding_tablet="inherit" column_padding_phone="inherit" column_padding_position="all" column_element_spacing="default" background_color_opacity="1" background_hover_color_opacity="1" column_shadow="none" column_border_radius="none" column_link_target="_self" column_position="default" gradient_direction="left_to_right" overlay_strength="0.3" width="1/1" tablet_width_inherit="default" tablet_text_alignment="default" phone_text_alignment="default" animation_type="default" bg_image_animation="none" border_type="simple" column_border_width="none" column_border_style="solid"][vc_column_text]Key Responsibilities
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]- Coordinate day to day front office operations which include managing the reception, phones, mail, administrative support, overseeing the procurement of general office supplies, receiving and dispatching packages from and to Couriers and ensuring the office facilities are maintained to an acceptable standard.
- Ensure a consistent excellent quality customer service to customers, visitors and staff.
- Support the Senior Management Team, including minutes taking at the Senior Management and Board meetings and ensuring meeting room is fully prepared.
- Manage and administer all in house meetings and some external events such as staff training events in cooperation with the designated trainer. Organise catering where required.
- Manage and administer all flights and hotel bookings and other travel arrangements where applicable.
- Manage and administer submission of Holiday Leave requests, Sick leave and Time sheets on IT system and checking completeness. Report any variances / anomalies’ accordingly.
- Support the induction programmes for new employees. with particular regard to training on Holiday / Sick leave, Timesheets and Expenses submissions.
- Manage and administer Courier bookings and accounts.
- Part manage Accounts Payable function (excluding main supplier accounts). This includes inputting and processing and reconciling of supplier and consultant's invoices and payments, allocating payments, resolving differences with suppliers in a timely manner. Assist with processing of main suppliers’ accounts.
- Input Process and propose payment of staff and consultant expenses ensuring all relevant receipts have been received and forms completed with accurate information.
- Input and reconciliation of transactions on Credit Card Accounts.
- Support with month-end financials.
- Perform other duties as necessary for the efficient functioning of a busy office via a range of administrative, clerical and financial tasks.
Person Specification
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Qualifications, Skills & Experience:- Must have a business or part qualified /accounting technician qualification (or equivalent).
- 3-5 years’ experience working within a professionally managed business.
- Significant experience in accounts payable.
- Previous experience of using an accounts package.
- Excellent communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability / proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Have the ability and desire to interface with customers, visitors, employees and management within the organisation.
- Maintains a high level of professionalism, integrity and trust.
- Able to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
- Must be detail-oriented and organised
- Excellent attention to detail while being able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to work well in a small team and have a desire to learn.
- Must have a positive and flexible approach and be able to use own initiative and display common sense.
- Salary will be commensurate with experience and what you can bring to the role.
- Group PRSA scheme with employer contribution after probationary period based on matching employee contribution (currently max €200 per month but will be reviewed going forward).
- Group Death & Disability Scheme (Entry for all employees with 6 months service or more at each renewal.)
- 20 days Annual Leave plus Public holidays. (Including the Christmas and New Year shut down)
- Tax-Saver Commuter Ticket
- Bike to Work Scheme
- Free Parking.
To Apply
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South East, UK, Remote working
Posted 3 months ago
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About Castlebrook
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Castlebrook is a market leading international interior furniture fit out company specialising in the hospitality industry; more specifically 4 and 5 Star hotels. Headquartered in Bray, Co. Wicklow, Ireland, we have operations in Ireland, France and the UK, and are selling into UK, France, Belgium and other mainland European markets. Established in 1982, the company has developed into a specialist in luxury interior furniture fitout solutions across Ireland, the UK, Europe and Africa. Our services are tailored to design, planning, specification, procurement & product engineering of custom interiors, and the associated project logistics, management, construction and installation. We take pride in our white glove service we offer all our clients, from inception to completion. Our clients choose Castlebrook for our professional and flexible approach to delivering projects, our expert knowledge of materials, and the craftsmanship required to deliver quality products. We work closely with owners, operators, contractors, architects, and interior designers to clearly understand their requirements from the initial concept stage through to final realisation. We have developed an extensive international network of quality suppliers, who have a clear understanding of our high standards. Castlebrook is known for design integrity, our strong attention to detail, our proactive responsiveness to our customers, the key relationships that we have developed, and the quality work that we deliver. We thrive in complexity; we take pride in hand-holding our clients from start to finish and building our client’s trust that we deliver. We are nimble, bespoke, and will shape our service to the needs of our clients. We specialise in four- and five-star luxury hotels, resorts, boutique manors, and high-end luxury apartments from new builds, conversions, restoration, and refurbishment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type="in_container" full_screen_row_position="middle" column_margin="default" column_direction="default" column_direction_tablet="default" column_direction_phone="default" scene_position="center" text_color="dark" text_align="left" row_border_radius="none" row_border_radius_applies="bg" overflow="visible" overlay_strength="0.3" gradient_direction="left_to_right" shape_divider_position="bottom" bg_image_animation="none"][vc_column column_padding="no-extra-padding" column_padding_tablet="inherit" column_padding_phone="inherit" column_padding_position="all" column_element_spacing="default" background_color_opacity="1" background_hover_color_opacity="1" column_shadow="none" column_border_radius="none" column_link_target="_self" column_position="default" gradient_direction="left_to_right" overlay_strength="0.3" width="1/1" tablet_width_inherit="default" tablet_text_alignment="default" phone_text_alignment="default" animation_type="default" bg_image_animation="none" border_type="simple" column_border_width="none" column_border_style="solid"][vc_column_text]Job Purpose
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]To build on Castlebrook’s success, and to drive our business forward in the UK market, we now require an experienced Commercial Development Manager, to assist the Group Sales Director to grow our business UK markets. This exciting, dynamic new role is responsible for further developing the UK market in 4 & 5 Star hotel sector, via the interior design, project management, and procurement organisations. As well as directly to hotels an hotel operators themselves. The success of the role will be achieved by delivering a consistent high-level service in line with Castlebrook’s policies and procedures and in keeping with the Company’s Vision, Mission and progressive sales strategy.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type="in_container" full_screen_row_position="middle" column_margin="default" column_direction="default" column_direction_tablet="default" column_direction_phone="default" scene_position="center" text_color="dark" text_align="left" row_border_radius="none" row_border_radius_applies="bg" overflow="visible" overlay_strength="0.3" gradient_direction="left_to_right" shape_divider_position="bottom" bg_image_animation="none"][vc_column column_padding="no-extra-padding" column_padding_tablet="inherit" column_padding_phone="inherit" column_padding_position="all" column_element_spacing="default" background_color_opacity="1" background_hover_color_opacity="1" column_shadow="none" column_border_radius="none" column_link_target="_self" column_position="default" gradient_direction="left_to_right" overlay_strength="0.3" width="1/1" tablet_width_inherit="default" tablet_text_alignment="default" phone_text_alignment="default" animation_type="default" bg_image_animation="none" border_type="simple" column_border_width="none" column_border_style="solid"][vc_column_text]Key Responsibilities
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]- A proven ‘hunter salesperson’ who has a passion to cultivate and grow current client relationships plus identify future opportunities.
- Proactively develop the sales pipeline in the Southern Counties and build relationships with key clients and preferred supplier status, while closely monitoring conversion success.
- Identify regional market trends and intelligence through active client engagement and report back accordingly.
- Network prodigiously to proactively research the 4 and 5 star hotel segment, to develop leads for future tenders and possible partnerships.
- Represent Castlebrook at all relevant UK trade events and regional networking opportunities.
- Proactively position and promote Castlebrook as a niche solutions provider in all marketing and customer touchpoints.
- Be fully compliant with the standard operating procedures and authority levels within Castlebrook
Person Specification
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The successful person will be fluent in English and have the following: -- Relevant third level (or equivalent) qualification such as business management / entrepreneurship / commerce.
- Must have 10 plus years post qualification sales experience and a passion and understanding of the diverse UK hospitality industry coupled with an engaging, dynamic, tenacious personality is a given.
- A proven track record of business/commercial development and a strong network in interior design, project management, and procurement organisations. The ability to bring business opportunities to the table, build relationships, identify the right opportunities to convert, and have a strong ability to influence and persuade. Must be commercially savvy.
- A natural, easy communication style that is customer-driven and results-focussed.
- Ability to grow and retain strong customer relationships, and leveraging their success to open new doors, markets, and future prospects. This includes promoting the Castlebrook brand, assisting us to expand market reputation, and step in as the brand ambassador role for Castlebrook in new markets.
- Be available and able to travel anywhere in the UK and Europe to attend a variety of company meetings and functions.
- A valid passport and/or visa as overseas travel to Ireland (and possibly other EU Countries) will be required.
- Strong, proven IT, numeracy and financial skills.
