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We work in partnership with local authorities who are under resourced to deliver place-changing projects and life-changing community services by supplying experienced consultants, when they need them.

Developing your future

Developing your future

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We have helped over 200 local authorities hire reliable, experienced interim talent in Town Planning, Property, Housing and Environmental Health.

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Our sectors

Property
Housing
Town Planning
Environmental Health
Development and Regeneration
Property

Our Property & Surveying Consultants recruit roles such as:

  • Estates and Asset Surveyors
  • Property Managers and Strategic Asset Managers
  • Head of Property and Asset Management
  • Executive and Corporate Asset Management

To step into any of the above positions, you should be Chartered with RICS. Roles are available in both the public and private sectors; the private sector has a focus on commercial and investment assets and Local Authorities usually own a mixed-bag of assets; typically commercial, operational, investment, leisure, retail, rural/agricultural.

We support Local Authorities nationwide at all levels and have assisted Property Consultancies.

Housing

Connecting Housing professionals with opportunities across:

  • Housing Advice & Homelessness
  • Housing Reviews
  • Temporary Accommodation
  • Housing Allocations
  • Rough Sleeping
  • Housing Strategy

All Local Authorities in the UK have a statutory obligation to provide services to those facing homelessness, advising their clients based on individual circumstances, as per national legislation.

We have a huge network of clients that we support by helping them drive key projects, quickly – whether that be clearing backlogs of cases, reducing temporary accommodation numbers, or heading up services.

 

Town Planning

Connecting Planners with opportunities in:

  • Development Management
  • Planning Enforcement
  • Planning Policy
  • S106 and CIL 
  • Conservation
  • Urban Design
  • Interim Management

To speak about how our team can help you find the contract or consultant for you, contact townplanning@park-avenue.co.uk

Environmental Health

Recruiting Environmental Health and Private Sector Housing professionals into roles in:

  • Environmental Protection
  • Food and Hygiene
  • Public Health
  • Private Sector Housing
  • Licensing

Environmental Health professionals are at the forefront of public health, as every aspect of Environmental Health is designed to improve the public's health and wellbeing. Working with Local Authorities across the country looking for experienced Officers to conduct important inspections, keeping our communities safe. A member of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health or hold an Environmental Health degree is desired in the roles we recruit for.

Development and Regeneration

We work with:

  • Surveyors
  • Project Managers
  • Managers
  • Programme Managers
  • Strategic Leads and Consultants
  • Senior Management
  • Executive and Corporate Management

Local authorities are at the forefront of development and regeneration, delivering projects which support a thriving local economy or address other priority needs of the locality such as enterprise projects and decarbonisation. We have a large network of Local Authorities across the country who we support at all levels, whether that be Project Consultants or all the way up to Corporate Directors running multi-million pound projects. The projects themselves can range from small residential developments in the Local Community to large town centre regeneration programmes.

Why work with us?

Shivani provided a first class service from start to finish. Excellent! Thank you very much!

Operations Manager, Homelessness Prevention, London

Alicia is an inspirational and reassuring agent, a delight to work with.

Interim Principal Estates Surveyor, London

Shannon was as lovely as I remember her and very professional helpful and honest. She worked quickly and arranged an interview within a couple of hours from putting my CV forward. She has a friendly attitude and is not pushy.

Planning Enforcement Officer, Warwickshire

Sydney is a professional and conscientious recruitment consultant and has been thorough in her search for temporary housing positions and with explaining the process and providing information regarding temporary posts and what this entails. Sydney has been in regular contact via email and phone and has been second to none. Sydney has put me forward for several interviews and provided feedback immediately after. I feel supported and informed and she is an asset to the company.

Housing Options Officer, Warwickshire

Amir has been incredibly diligent and very active in helping me find a role. From the interview arrangements to starting in the role Amir has ensured all information has been shared, has been in regular contact and followed up at the end of my first day. He really is a supportive and effective recruiter and I value his support.

Development Consultant, Nottinghamshire

Alicia articulated the job very succinctly. She was very friendly which put me at ease straight away and explained the next stages of the interview process.

Investment Asset Manager, Surrey

It's rare for consultants to be so attentive and detailed in their approach with candidates. I'm pleased to have struck up a really good working relationship with Alicia. I have recommended her to colleagues & friends and will continue to do so. An asset to Park Avenue.

Interim Strategic Asset Manager, East Sussex

Alicia is a first rate recruiter, she has taken the time to understand me and my experience. She is brilliant in advising me on what opportunities will suit me best. Anyone who works with Alicia will be lucky to have an experienced advocate on their team. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Interim Estates Surveyor, Bedfordshire

Alicia was extremely attentive and helpful throughout the entre process, and kept me fully informed at every step. I would thoroughly recommend her to anyone seeking an interim position in the surveying industry.

Interim Valuations Surveyor, Cambridgeshire

I find Alicia to be very proactive, helpful and very professional. I have no doubts that Alicia works hard on my behalf and has my interests to the fore in all dealings with potential employers.

Interim Head of Property, Nottinghamshire

Alicia treats you as not just a client but a friend and looks out for you all the time. It's a pleasure working with Alicia.

Interim Strategic Property Surveyor, Essex

Amir knows his sector, his candidates skillsets and clients needs. He is always professional, polite and candid which is to be appreciated in this market. I would thoroughly recommend Amir and Park Avenue to any potential client.

Interim Head of Regeneration, Essex

Ben is brilliant, he understands the market and how a contractor will fit into an organisation. He is methodical, compassionate and honest.

Capital and Asset Planning Consultant, Hertfordshire

Ben was absolutely incredible to work with. His mannerisms make you feel immediately at ease and like you've known each other forever. He sourced me a fantastic role within one day of our initial conversation and was incredibly supportive throughout the process. He was an absolute pleasure to work with and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking to hire or anyone looking for their next role. Thanks so much Ben, you're the man!

Property Data Officer, London

Having worked in the interim consultancy sector for a number of years, I have consistently found Park Avenue to be the 'cream of the crop' of recruiters. Their professionalism, efficiency and ability to source high quality contracts are outstanding. I am consistently put forward for the best roles in the industry - highly recommended.

Estates Surveyor, Nottinghamshire

Ben at Park Avenue has always delivered over and above the usual service. As a candidate I have been kept well informed, updated regularly and what is rare is that the guys actually keep in touch throughout your work contract to ensure things are going well. They've been an enormous help with understanding how the umbrella company works too.

Senior Estates Surveyor, Berkshire

Billy is a highly professional and personable agent who I can highly recommend in assisting with recruitment needs. Working with Billy I have been able to source and recruit to some major and urgent roles within Development Management.

Head of Planning, Essex

Billy made sure I was always kept in the loop regarding progress with the role and has been really helpful in getting set up in my first contracting role. He has been available whenever I have had queries and has made the whole process very straightforward.

Senior Planning Officer, Essex

Emma is a very informed person and great to speak with regarding potential roles. Stays in contact regularly and articulates the roles available very clearly, as well as fully understanding what I am looking for.

Interim Head of Corporate Property Services, Lancashire

Emma really does go the extra mile and is always a pleasure to speak to. She is always bubbly and helpful and knows what her clients are after. She has great communication skills and always does what she says she is going to do.

Interim Estates Manager, Staffordshire

Fabulous service from Emma and a great understanding of our requirements. Would not hesitate to recommend.

Strategic Asset Manager, South Yorkshire

Emma is the best! Professional, good at her job, and also really nice. I wouldn't use anyone else!

Interim Asset Surveyor, Greater Manchester

Excellent candidate care as per normal for Park Avenue.

Development Manager (Planning), Surrey

Liam is always helpful in relation to the questions I have in relation to the role(s) I am going for. Liam is courteous and responds quickly to emails and phone calls. Liam comes across as the consummate professional and I really cannot fault him!

Planning Enforcement Officer, London

Liam South was proactive in contacting me, remembering I had contacted him previously about a specific candidate. I also appreciated him then contacting me first when the contractor became available again. He is respectful not to chase me when he knows I haven't got a post available, or call up to make 'small talk' or give unsuitable CVs. He is professional, responsive and easy to communicate with, which means I can work with him confidently to navigate the current process challenges my organisation is having, and provide greater job security to my contractor.

Planning Policy Team Leader, Berkshire

Liam has been my Recruitment Consultant for the past year and I have been extremely pleased with the personable approach, attention to the smallest detail and high standard of service. He is very professional, and trustworthy. Liam responds quickly to queries, provides clear feedback and understands the role and person spec very well. I would highly recommend Liam to other Planning Professionals and have (with his agreement), passed his details on to some Contractor colleagues.

Senior Planning Officer, Surrey

Shivani is efficient, friendly and always extremely professional. She has always recommended placements at the correct level for me and she listens to her candidate's needs. I wouldn't hesitate to work with Shivani again, both as a candidate and as a hiring manager.

Strategic Housing Manager, South Yorkshire

Been brilliant working with Shannon, she is always so upbeat and relaxed in her approach - a people person and very efficient too. Really makes the effort to get to know you and build a working relationship. Highly rate her as a recruitment consultant.

Senior Conservation Officer, Wiltshire

Great to work with. Straight forward and trustworthy. Really easy to do business with.

Planning Enforcement Team Leader, Wiltshire

Shannon is always very friendly. She communicates very well in an open and honest manner. Quite a rarity amongst recruitment agencies!

Planning Officer, Devon

Shannon O'Sullivan has been a delight to work with and has been really great in sorting out any issues that have arisen during the contract job. Miss Shannon is one of the best agents I have worked with, especially over the 19 year period I have been a Planning Contractor.

Planning Officer, Devon

I feel that Shannon understands what I am looking for and keeps me informed, is always pleasant and makes me feel that I am not just a faceless person as many other recruiters do. I would highly recommend her.

Principal Planning Officer, Cornwall

Shannon was always available to field questions and queries regarding my interview, first day etc and continues to offer and provide support when required. Easy going, yet professional, she and Park Avenue generally, is where I point prospective contractors.

Senior Planner, Wiltshire

Shivani is brilliant and provides a personalised touch when recruiting for roles. She always returns my call and actions any request I have. Shivani is one of the best recruiters in the industry and very well equipped.

Housing Supply Team Leader, London

Shivani has been consistent in her approach since I started working with her, being friendly and also very professional, chasing their clients for updates regarding a particular job role during her colleague's absence, etc.

Housing Options Officer, London

I have found Emma to be very proactive and helpful. Emma has always kept me informed of opportunities and progress.

Interim Estates Surveyor, Merseyside

Liam is always helpful in relation to the questions I have in relation to the role(s) I am going for. Liam is courteous and responds quickly to emails and phone calls. Liam comes across as the consummate professional and I really cannot fault him.

Enforcement Officer, Oxted

Alicia is a first rate recruiter, she has taken the time to understand me and my experience. She is brilliant in advising me on what opportunities will suit me best. Anyone who works with Alicia will be lucky to have an experienced advocate on their team. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Interim Estates Surveyor, Bedfordshire

Emma is an excellent consultant in all aspects, but particularly in her follow up, which she does brilliantly.

Principal Surveyor, Clitheroe

Amir is excellent at matching candidates to roles and regularly keeps me posted with progress.

Interim Development Surveyor, London

She is great, great communication, fantastic understanding of need and role and a pleasure to talk to.

Housing Advice and Allocations Manager, Warwick

Shivani secures quality roles, communicates well and offers support throughout the contract.

Assistant Director of Housing Demand, London

Shannon was vey helpful in finding me a contractor role which ended up lasting a year. She is friendly and helpful to deal with and I would happily continue working with Shannon again in the future.

Senior Planning Officer, Somerset

Sydney has been most helpful, informative and easy to interact with.

Housing Options Officer, Essex

It was great to meet Shivani. She was friendly and bubbly and made me feel at ease. Very easy to talk to and I look forward to working with her.

Housing Support Manager, London

Shannon is always very friendly. She communicates very well in an open and honest manner. Quite a rarity amongst recruitment agencies!

Planning Officer, Newton Abbot

Professional in approach but then I expect nothing less from Park Avenue. Highly recommended.

Head of Planning, Cambridgeshire

Liam was a great help finding the role, arranging the interview and providing updates in advance of my start date.

Senior Planning Officer, Caterham

Brilliant working with Liam. He was quick to secure the contract and get all documents sent to me.

Senior Policy Officer, Newbury

Joe is extremely professional in relation to understanding the roles and organisations he represents but at the same time he is empathetic to the applicant's requirements.

Interim Senior Estates Surveyor, Caterham

I've known Alicia for a few years now and she has always been extremely helpful and professional to deal with. I can thoroughly recommend her.

Valuation Surveyor, King's Lynn

Emma has been extremely supportive in my venture into contract work as well as being very proactive in searching for appropriate roles and keeping me updated on progress. Upon securing a role Emma provided me with and guided me through all the required processes and information required. I am extremely grateful to Emma for all her support.

Interim Estates Surveyor, Merseyside

Emma has been a great help in keeping in contact with opportunities and the best time frame and way to then progress further.

Interim Estates Surveyor, London

It's rare for consultants to be so attentive and detailed in their approach with candidates. I'm pleased to have struck up a really good working relationship with Alicia. I have recommended her to colleagues & friends and will continue to do so. An asset to Park Avenue.

Interim Strategic Asset Manager, Bexhill-on-Sea

It has been brilliant working with Shannon, she is always so upbeat and relaxed in her approach - a people person and very efficient too. Really makes the effort to get to know you and build a working relationship. Highly rate her as a recruitment consultant.

Senior Conservation Officer, Wiltshire

Shivani is brilliant and provides a personalised touch when recruiting for roles. She always returns my call and actions any request I have. Shivani is one of the best recruiters in the industry and very well equipped.

Housing Supply Team Leader, London

Billy was excellent. He sent me details of a role I would not normally go for but has worked out great. Many thanks!

Principal Planning Officer, Essex

Billy has recently assisted me in finding a new contract position. He provided a good level of information with regard to the role, and ensured that it was well matched to my search criteria. Billy kept in touch frequently throughout the application process and has checked in regularly to see how things are going so far. I would highly recommend Billy to anyone looking for a new position.

Principal Planning Officer, Northamptonshire

Billy is a highly professional and personable agent who I can highly recommend in assisting with recruitment needs. Working with Billy I have been able to source and recruit to some major and urgent roles within Development Management.

Principal Planning Officer, Essex

Great working with Shivani, really warm, professional and consistent. Really good job matcher too.

Head of Housing Solutions, Independence & Rough Sleeping, London

Alicia articulated the job very succinctly. She was very friendly which put me at ease straight away and explained the next stages of the interview process.

Investment Asset Manager, Staines-upon-Thames

Joe is very amiable and knowledgeable in terms of the positions he is seeking to fill. He is responsive to queries and provides regular updates.

Interim Estates Surveyor, Berkshire

Emma, thanks for securing the new position for me. Your assistance was very helpful and much appreciated. Great job!

Interim Estates Surveyor, Dorset

Alicia has a clear understanding of the type of role I'm seeking and been great at keeping me posted on suitable opportunities.

Interim Head of Estates, London

Billy has communicated effectively with me and managed to sort out any issues I might have in my role, as well as being very approachable and polite. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him.

Principal Planning Officer, Bedford

Amir, thanks for your patience and perseverance over the past 12 months in trying to find me a position that suited my exacting requirements. This looks like a very interesting role and I am looking forward to the challenge. I very much appreciate your efforts.

Interim Property Projects Manager, Bedford

Amir has been incredibly diligent and very active in helping me find a role. From the interview arrangements to starting int he role Amir has ensured all information has been shared, has been in regular contact and followed up at the end of my first day. He really is a supportive and effective recruiter and I value his support.

Development Consultant, Rotherham

I was pleased working with Sydney, she understood the scope of the roles I was interested in and directed me to an appropriate placement, making sure all my current needs were considered. I would thoroughly recommend Sydney to a Housing Options Officer, seeking a new role.

Housing Options Officer, London

Sydney is a fantastic consultant. She's thorough and gives adequate information and support. Thanks Sydney!

Housing Options Officer, London

Sydney is a professional and conscientious recruitment consultant and has been thorough in her search for temporary housing positions and with explaining the process and providing information regarding temporary posts and what this entails. Sydney has been in regular contact via email and phone and has been second to none. Sydney has put me forward for several interviews and provided feedback immediately after. I feel supported and informed and she is an asset to the company.

Housing Options Officer, Warwick

Shannon was as lovely as I remember her and very professional helpful and honest. She worked quickly and arranged an interview within a couple of hours from putting my CV forward . She has a friendly attitude and is not pushy.

Enforcement Officer, Coleford

Amir is proving to be diligent and empathetic to my position. He keeps me updated on opportunities and progress.

Interim Development Consultant, Hampshire

Amir was very helpful and supportive through the process from first approach to the final good news that I had secured the role. I would certainly recommend him to my contacts and colleagues looking for a new opportunity.

Head of Development, Herefordshire

Billy was proactive, engaging and very professional. Billy was able to give me as much information regarding the roles in order for me to make the best decision. I would definitely recommend Billy and Park Avenue Recruitment.

Planning Officer, Essex

I find Sydney very helpful always kept informed of the next step in terms an interview being booked or any updates on further roles. I found her pleasant to work with always returned my calls would want her as my consultant for future roles.

Housing Options Officer, London

Discussing job opportunities with Millie has been an absolute pleasure. Her dedication, professionalism, and innovative thinking have significantly contributed to my willingness to take up a job role through Park Avenue . I discussed the challenges and constraints of the location of the employment and Millie reassured me that she would discuss with the employer about the possibility of flexibility working. This is greatly appreciated.

Housing Options Officer, Cambridge

Amy was very helpful and was able to speak to me showing great knowledge in Environmental health.

Private Sector Housing Officer, Berkshire

Amir from the time I have known him has been extremely professional, diligent and supportive with all of the opportunities he has represented me for. He is very knowledgeable about our industry, informative and honest with great charm & charisma whereby I thoroughly enjoying working with him. For the role which I have been successful with, Amir provided great support, detail and guidance throughout the process which I am sure also impressed my new employer/client. Thank you Amir.

Interim Development Consultant, Hampshire

Millie has been phenomenal and I'm so glad that she has been my consultant as she has been a pleasure to work with.

Housing Options Officer, Hertford

Sydney was helpful and I impressed how quickly she could arrange a face to face interview.

Housing Options Officer, London

Great consultant who cares about his contractors.

Head of Strategic Planning, Essex

Excellent recruiter, understands the housing sector and has interesting contracts, Shivani gives good information and keeps in touch with any updates. Shivani is always very professional and very pleasant in any contact I have with her. Highly recommended.

Programme Manager - Homelessness Review Implementation, Bedfordshire

I found Liam to be extremely professional and I would happily recommend him and Park Avenue to any of my colleagues.

Senior Planning Officer, Reigate

I would say that Billy is totally committed to ensuring that we have the right candidate for the vacancy and keeps in regular contact to ascertain our needs. Billy is very personable and always makes himself available and that he is committed to ensure we have the right candidate for consideration of the relevant role and that candidates are prepared for the interview.

Senior Planning Officer, Essex

Billy works diligently to find opportunities for his clients, seeking the best fit. He is on the ball, always upbeat and helpful. An all around good chap.

Senior Planning Officer, Essex

The best recruiter I have dealt with. Easy to talk to and efficient. She quickly understood what I was looking for and secured me an interview for my perfect role immediately. She has kept in touch with me through the process. I feel like a valued client.

Somerset Council, Somerset

Shivani shows and demonstrates that she cares and is driven by her desire to be successful for the company, candidates and herself. Her enthusiasm is quite relentless but in the best possible way. She really is a joy to work with.

Housing Consultant - Allocations & Lettings, Gateshead

Diligent, ambitious for her clients, great communication, makes things happen.

Housing Consultant - Allocations & Lettings, Gateshead

I have worked with Liam since I started contracting and he has always been respectful to my requirements and circumstances and ensures that my terms of employment are made clear from the outset. He has regular catch ups and provides good feedback. It has always been a pleasure working with Liam.

Principal Planning Officer, Berkshire

She makes the process very seamless and easy. She's great at her job.

Housing Advice and Homeless Prevention Officer, London

Liam helped me secure a new role very quickly. He kept me up to date throughout the process and I was well informed prior to my interview.

CIL Collections Officer (Planning), London

Billy was amazing from start to finish, he always kept me informed, explained the process, who and what to expect from the interviewers and followed up after the call. He was amazing overall and I have no complaints.

Planning Officer, Essex

Shivani is an excellent recruiter. She really gets to know and understand her clients. It's clear that Shivani asks the right questions to ensure the best fit between a candidate and a company.

Housing Consultant - Allocations & Lettings, Gateshead

Great help introducing some new posts.

Estates Surveyor, Surrey

Shivani, had a positive, productive approach which was clear and purposeful.

Housing Reviews Officer, Surrey

First impressions are good. Look forward to seeing how well we work together and provided I get regular updates I'll be happy.

Principal Planning Officer, Narborough

Shivani is always informative about any roles suitable to my skill set and provides thorough details on vacancies she has available. I have recommended peers to Shivani and Park Avenue overall when looking for their new job opportunities!

Housing Consultant - Allocations & Lettings, Tyne and Wear

Working with Liam was a fantastic experience. He really listened to what I was looking for and found me a great position that suits my skills and career ambitions. Liam was very responsive and was always there to answer my questions. He made the whole process smooth and stress-free. I couldn't be happier with the outcome and highly recommend him!

Majors Consultant, London

I'm happy to be working with Billy. He is very attentive to my requirements/concerns. Calls regularly to check how I am getting on. I'm not looking to change my agent anytime soon.

Senior Planning Officer, Essex

Shannon has been very helpful, offered advice, stayed in touch.

Planning Officer, Oxfordshire

I have worked with Liam since I started contracting and he has always been respectful to my requirements and circumstances and ensures that my terms of employment are made clear from the outset. He has regular catch ups and provides good feedback. It has always been a pleasure working with Liam. I found Liam to be extremely professional and I would happily recommend him and Park Avenue to any of my colleagues. Liam is always helpful in relation to the questions I have in relation to the role I am going for. Liam is courteous and responds quickly to emails and phone calls. Liam comes across as the consummate professional and I really cannot fault him.

Principal Planning Officer, Portsmouth

Very quick call back from Billy after submitting CV! Explained all the details of the role!

Local Plan - Project Manager, Essex

Shivani is one of the best recruiters I have worked with.

Housing Options Officer (Asylum Seekers), Essex
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