freelance

Freelance & Contract

Description

Macdonald & Company has a team of experienced consultants focusing solely on providing Freelance, Contract and Interim recruitment solutions.

Macdonald & Company has developed an extensive database of candidates and an in-depth understanding of the requirements of clients who are looking for alternative recruitment solutions.

We recognise that our clients increasingly require a flexible workforce. We introduce property professionals and support staff who are available for both short and long term contracts in all disciplines and at all levels. The knowledge we have of our consultants and the relationship we build with them ensures a speedy response to all requirements. Our reputation for quality and professionalism ensures that we attract consultants of the highest calibre - many of whom have worked exclusively through us for a number of years.

Common reasons for clients to utilise Freelance Consultants include:

Maternity cover

Peaks in workload

Desire for specialist/niche skills

Work outside of normal geographical remit

Clients

Our range of clients across the UK and worldwide include:-

Property companies and developers

Consultancies and private practices

Public sector including Local Authority, NHS and MOD

Universities and other educational property holders.

Investors (private investors, funds and banks),

All blue-chip clients

Sector Focus

Macdonald & Company Freelance provides complete recruitment solutions, sourcing property personnel ranging from experienced graduates to partners and chief executives in the following business areas:

General Practice Division:

Investment	Corporate Real Estate	Industrial
Development	Residential	Agency and Leasing
Asset Management	Valuation	Estate Management
Management Consultancy	Professional	Property Management

Technical Division:

Construction	Value Management	Building Services
Maintenance	Quantity Surveying	Project Management
Building Surveying

Design Services:

CAD Technicians	Interior Design	Architecture
Landscape

Planning:

Policy	Transport	Urban Design
Regeneration/Environment	Development Control/Enforcement	Town Planning

Facilities Management:

Environment	Health & Safety	Consultancy
Project Management	Maintenance	Service Providers

Business Support:

Receptionists/Secretaries	Office Management	HR
PAs/Administrators	Marketing	Financial Controllers
Account Assistants	Management/Client Accounts	Financial Directors
Financial/Fund Accountants

Once you make contact with Macdonald & Company Freelance you will have a dedicated point of contact who is an expert in your field. We will be able to guide you through each step of the recruitment process, offering advice such as interview technique, career appraisals, interview preparation, and rate benchmarking. With a truly global presence Macdonald & Company Freelance are able to assist you in finding the right job. Wherever the location, our local and international teams will be able to help.

Other Information

General advice for internationally based Freelance workers:

Visa Requirements:

In order to work within the United Kingdom you need to hold a valid work permit. You can obtain a work permit from your local British Embassy/High Commission. There are a number of different options for people applying for visas outlined below.

Working Holiday Visa:

A two-year visa if you are a commonwealth citizen aged between 17 and 27. This allows you to work up to 50% of your stay (52 weeks) in either a full-time or part-time capacity.

Ancestry Visa:

If your parents or grandparents were born in the United Kingdom , you are entitled to work for four years.

Spousal Visa:

If you are married to a British person you can apply for a one year visa after which you can apply to stay indefinitely.

Student Visa:

Available if you are studying in the United Kingdom .

Dependant Visa:

You are eligible if either your mother or father is a British passport holder. For more information on how to obtain a Visa, visit the Foreign and Commonwealth website.