A highly regarded global property advisory business operating within prime residential real estate is seeking a Project Assistant (Advisory & Development) to join its Central London team. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and commercially minded individual to support a high-performing advisory group working on prestigious international development projects.
This role is project-focused, with administrative responsibilities forming a smaller supporting component. You will work closely with senior directors, contributing directly to development consultancy and branded residences advisory across world-class schemes.
The Opportunity:
You will join a specialist advisory team involved from early concept stages through to delivery, supporting strategic partnerships, operational planning, design-for-management initiatives, and brand-led residential developments.
This position offers exposure to global projects and high-profile stakeholders, including developers, luxury brands, architects and private equity clients. The successful candidate will play an integral role in supporting project delivery, preparing client-facing materials and coordinating workstreams to ensure the highest professional standards.
This role would suit someone early-to-mid career who is commercially aware, highly organised and comfortable managing multiple live projects. Direct branded residences experience is not essential; strong potential, drive and attention to detail are key.
Key Responsibilities of the Project Assistant:
*Support advisory project delivery across multiple development and consultancy workstreams.
*Assist with the preparation of written outputs, including reports, presentations and strategic materials.
*Conduct research and benchmarking across market trends, industry data and project insights.
*Analyse findings and summarise clearly for use in client deliverables.
*Attend client meetings, workshops and presentations; take notes and manage follow-ups.
*Prepare and refine high-quality presentations and workshop materials.
*Track project milestones, deadlines and deliverables to ensure timely execution.
*Maintain structured documentation and version control across projects.
*Act as a key coordination point between internal teams and stakeholders.
*Provide organisational support to directors, including meeting preparation and scheduling.
*Contribute to improving internal processes, templates and ways of working.
Required Experience & Skills for the Project Assistant role:
*2–4 years’ experience within property, development or related sectors.
*Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
*Confident, professional communication style; comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders.
*Strong attention to detail and high standards of written work.
*Proactive, solution-focused mindset with willingness to take ownership.
*Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel); exposure to Canva or InDesign beneficial.
*Excellent written and spoken English.
*Comfortable working in a Central London office environment (4–5 days per week).
Package & Benefits:
*£40,000 – £42,000 depending on experience
*Discretionary annual bonus
*Office-based with flexibility for 1-day WFH
*25 days annual leave
*1 duvet day per year
*Christmas office closure
*Private healthcare
*Pension contribution
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to join a globally recognised advisory platform working at the highest end of residential real estate. The role offers genuine involvement in strategic projects, strong exposure to senior leadership, and clear potential for progression within a collaborative and ambitious environment.
If you’re interested in the Project Assistant position and you possess the required skill set, then apply now. Should you have any further questions, contact Emma Conway at Collins Property Recruitment.
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