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.

01/06/2026

πŸ’° Ambitious Sales Professionals – Are You Ready to Earn Β£55,000+? πŸ’°

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.

πŸ“ Saffron Walden
πŸ’· Β£27,000 Guaranteed Basic Salary
πŸ’° OTE Β£55,000+ Year One
πŸš€ Uncapped Commission
πŸ– 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
πŸ›‘ Pension & Life Insurance
πŸ“š Full Training Provided
⏰ Monday to Friday – No Weekends

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

We're looking for:
βœ… At least 1 year's office-based sales experience
βœ… A confident communicator
βœ… Target-driven and motivated to earn
βœ… 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.

πŸ“© 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.

πŸ’· Β£26,500 - Β£40,000 DOE
πŸ’° Β£250 - Β£500 monthly commission
⭐ Guaranteed commission for your first 3 months
🏑 Hybrid working available after 6 months
🌴 28 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service
πŸš— 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:
βœ” Fleet Insurance
βœ” Tradesman Insurance
βœ” Public Liability
βœ” Employers Liability
βœ” Professional Indemnity
βœ” 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.

πŸ“© 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]

πŸ“’πŸš¨ Job boards can only take you so far.The best people aren’t always actively looking,  but we know where to find them.I...
28/04/2026

πŸ“’πŸš¨ Job boards can only take you so far.
The best people aren’t always actively looking, but we know where to find them.

If you want to hire properly (and avoid costly mistakes), let’s have a chat. πŸš¨πŸ“’

27/04/2026
26/04/2026

Trainee Sales Executive – Office-Based (Full Training Provided)

Norwich (NR3 1BQ)
Β£27,500 Basic | OTE Β£55,000+
No Experience Needed

Looking to start a high-earning office career with full training and real progression?

We’re recruiting for a fast growing waste management broker in Norwich. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone confident, driven, and motivated by commission, no sales experience required.

What’s on offer:
β€’ Β£27,500 guaranteed basic salary
β€’ Realistic OTE Β£55,000+ (top performers earn more)
β€’ Full training and ongoing coaching
β€’ 23 days holiday + bank holidays
β€’ Enhanced pension
β€’ Clear progression (Senior Sales, Account Management, Team Leader)
β€’ Supportive team culture (44 staff and growing)
β€’ Casual dress & regular company events
β€’ Christmas shutdown (3 days holiday used)

The role:
β€’ Handling inbound & outbound sales calls
β€’ Building relationships and converting enquiries
β€’ Growing and retaining your own customer base
β€’ Updating CRM and delivering excellent service

This is a phone-based, target-driven sales role ideal for someone who enjoys talking to people and earning commission.

What we’re looking for:
β€’ Based within commuting distance of Norwich
β€’ Confident and enthusiastic on the phone
β€’ Self-motivated and resilient
β€’ Keen to earn high commission
β€’ Basic computer skills
β€’ Able to work rota shifts between 7:30am–5:30pm (37.5 hrs/week)

No experience needed, just the right attitude (our top performer is an ex-scaffolder).

Ready to kick-start your sales career? Apply now by sending your cv to [email protected]

26/04/2026

Legal Secretary – Residential Conveyancing

Southend-on-Sea -Full-Time

We are currently seeking an experienced Legal Secretary / Legal Assistant to join our clients busy and well-established Residential Conveyancing Department at their Head Office in Southend-on-Sea.

This is a full-time, office-based role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being part of a collaborative, professional team.

Working Hours
β€’ Monday to Friday
β€’ 9:00am – 5:30pm
β€’ One-hour lunch break

The Role

You will provide essential secretarial and administrative support within a high-volume Residential Conveyancing department. The successful candidate will:
β€’ Work closely with fee earners and colleagues as part of a supportive team
β€’ Assist throughout the residential conveyancing process from start to finish
β€’ Manage documentation with a strong attention to detail
β€’ Contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the department

Full training will be provided on the firm’s Case Management Systems.

About You

To be considered for this role, you will need:
β€’ A minimum of two years’ experience in Residential Conveyancing
β€’ Previous experience in a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant role
β€’ Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
β€’ The ability to work efficiently in a busy, deadline-driven environment
β€’ A positive, team-focused approach

If you have the relevant experience and wish to apply, please submit an up-to-date CV along with a covering letter outlining your relevant experience to [email protected]

If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

26/04/2026

✨ Fantastic opportunity available!

We’re looking for someone with bookkeeping experience to join our clients team based in Chelmsford.

Must have experience using Xero.

πŸ“© Get in touch if interested or tag someone who might be a great fit! [email protected]

Address

Suite 289, Dorset House, 25 Duke Street
Chelmsford
CM11TB

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 4pm

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