Careers at Gateway

As we continue to grow, we are searching for an enthusiastic Receptionist/Administrator to join us at our Head Office in Southend-on-Sea.

The Person
You will be a people person aligned to the Gateway brand. You must be personable and polite with a pleasant telephone manner and have experience in delivering high quality customer service. Excellent IT skills, including most Microsoft Office applications is essential, as is reliability and consistent high standards of work.

The Job

• Folding and processing outgoing post
• Processing keys for contractors and staff, using our software
• Answering telephone calls
• Answering emails
• Always keeping on top of Office maintenance, including putting away stock and tiding the office spaces
• Providing a clean and presentable reception and meeting room area.
• Managing meeting room diary where necessary
• Providing hospitality to guests and visitors
• Scanning and filing documents
• Liaising with couriers and taking in deliveries
• Opening and filtering incoming post
• Stock control and monitoring

What You Need:

• Have at least 1 years’ experience in a similar role (preferred but not required)
• Are a team player
• Take responsibility and ownership of their duties
• Possess a positive, can-do mindset
• Can be flexible in their workload
• Are well organised
• Have excellent communication skills
• Are outgoing and friendly

Job location: Southend-on-Sea
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm
Salary: Competitive with an annual review
Annual leave: 23 days plus bank holidays

Extras: Company pension plan, company membership programmes, employee referral incentive, seasonal company events, training and relevant qualification sponsorship

If you are enthusiastic and motivated person looking to join a supportive, forward-thinking company where your skills and experience will truly make an impact, we would be delighted to hear from you.

As we continue to grow, we are searching for an enthusiastic and experienced Property Manager to join us at our regional office in Leeds.

You will collaborate with a skilled and experienced team, leveraging your expertise in residential block and estate management to oversee a portfolio of properties and deliver outstanding client service.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a diverse portfolio of residential blocks and estates, including new builds, purpose-built, and converted properties
• Providing expert advice and guidance to clients and residents, ensuring their needs are met efficiently and professionally
• Organising and attending client and resident meetings regularly, including Annual General Meetings (AGMs) and Directors’ meetings
• Coordinating with contractors and suppliers to oversee repairs, maintenance, and compliance works
• Preparing and managing budgets, ensuring timely service charge collection and accurate financial reporting
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, lease requirements, and company policies
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, residents, and key stakeholders

The successful candidate must have a minimum of three years’ experience in property management and possess a full, clean driving license to facilitate regular travel for client and resident meetings. You should be accustomed to working in a fast-paced and demanding environment, with a strong focus on customer service, attention to detail, and achieving results.

The ideal candidate:

• Holds an ATPI or equivalent qualification
• Demonstrates exceptional organisational and time management skills
• Possesses excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Showcases a proactive and solution-oriented approach to handling complex property matters
• Exhibits strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Has the ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently when required

If you are a motivated Property Manager looking to join a supportive, forward-thinking company where your skills and experience will truly make an impact, we would be delighted to hear from you.

As we continue to expand, we are looking for a conscientious and reliable team player to join our facilities team as a Caretaker.

You would be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the communal areas of a prestigious development in Isleworth.

Your duties will include, but will not be limited to:

Communal Cleaning

• Vacuuming
• Dusting
• Polishing
• Washing down surfaces
• Sweeping

Grounds Maintenance

• Grass cutting
• Hedge trimming
• Strimming
• Weed spraying
• Pruning
• General tidying

The successful candidate takes pride in their consistently high standard of work. A proactive person by nature with an exceptional eye for the little details, you are reliable, conscientious and always looking to exceed a client’s expectations.

Previous caretaker experience would be preferred.

If you are looking to join a supportive, forward-thinking company where your skills and experience will truly make an impact, we would be delighted to hear from you.

As we continue to grow, we seek passionate and driven individuals with cleaning and gardening skills to join our friendly team.

This role offers diverse responsibilities, including maintaining communal areas across residential developments in Southend, it's surrounding areas and London, including, but not limited to:

Gardening Duties:

• Grass cutting and lawn maintenance
• Hedge trimming and shaping
• Strimming and edging grass areas
• Weed spraying and removal
• Pruning trees, shrubs, and plants
• General garden tidying and waste disposal

Communal Cleaning Duties:

• Hoovering carpets and floors in communal areas
• Dusting and polishing furniture, fixtures, and surfaces
• Washing down walls, doors, and skirting boards
• Sweeping and mopping hard floors

Essentials for the Role

We are looking for someone who takes pride in maintaining consistently high standards of work. A naturally proactive individual with a keen eye for detail, the ideal candidate will be reliable, conscientious, and always strive to exceed client expectations.

• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Maintains a professional and friendly approach at all times
• Follows health and safety procedures at all times
• Shows initiative in identifying and addressing issues
• Is physically fit and able to carry out manual tasks
• Has a full, clean driving license (essential for the role)

What is in it for you?

Joining Gateway means you’ll have a real opportunity to grow within your role and take your ambitions further. Growth is highly encouraged here, so show us your potential. You’ll find Gateway to be a supportive and welcoming place to develop and thrive.

The Perks You’ll Love:

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Seasonal company-wide events, including Christmas party
• Casual social events throughout the year
• Opportunities for professional growth, including training support
• Generous company pension plan
• Exciting company membership programmes
• Employee referral incentive

You’ll be part of a team of committed people who support one another each day and are proud of the trusted, knowledgeable services they provide.

As we continue to grow, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bookkeeper to join our busy Corporate Accounts team at our Head Office in Southend-on-Sea, Essex.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Processing supplier and customer invoices, ensuring timely payments
• Completing bank and petty cash reconciliations
• Processing expense claims and month-end journals, including accruals and prepayments

Essentials for the Role
You will be required to work full time in our Head Office, with hours of 9:00am to 5:30pm.

The successful candidate will be

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Experienced in Sage Accounting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

The ideal candidate will be able to prioritise their workload effectively, possess a meticulous eye for detail, have bank reconciliation experience and be a great written and verbal communicator.

What is in it for you?
Joining Gateway means you’ll have a real opportunity to grow within your role and take your ambitions further. Growth is highly encouraged here, so show us your potential. You’ll find Gateway to be a supportive and welcoming place to develop and thrive.

You will:

• Have a defined pathway for growth within the company, with opportunities for promotion based on your performance
• Enjoy a competitive salary with additional perks
• Be part of a collaborative team that values your growth and success

The Perks You’ll Love:

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth, including training support
• Generous company pension plan
• Exciting company membership programmes
• Employee referral incentive
• Seasonal company-wide events, including Christmas party
• Casual social events throughout the year

You’ll be part of a team of committed people who support one another each day and are proud of the trusted, knowledgeable services they provide.