Gurpreet Johal

“…it all began after graduating from university with a desperate need for a job. Before I realized 2 years had past, I had been part of the customer services team in slough, promoted to senior advisor, controlling and redeveloping the “voids” and managing my own portfolio for the community housing scheme. I have now progressed into the role of an account manager, where preventing homelessness is my key objective. I have had a fantastic experience along my journey so far and feel a great sense of satisfaction that I make a difference to people and their lives.”

Lisa Birch

I have worked for Orchard & Shipman for nearly twelve years, working my way up from the position of admin assistant to Accounts Manager to a Partner and more recently have been promoted to General Manager. Orchard & Shipman gave me the opportunity to prove my ability and potential not only to the management but also to myself. I have learnt a lot about my capabilities over the last twelve years with Orchard & Shipman, and also my limitations.

Michael Coe

I started 3 years ago as a Property Manager for the Community Housing Department, then based in our Head Office in Slough. As our portfolio and team expanded we moved to West Drayton to be closer to the area which we manage and since starting I have progressed to the position of Community Housing Manager. There is a great team ethic within our department and I believe that this is the reason that all the staff that we have recruited have stayed with us. We are part of a fast moving business which not only gives our employees an environment in which their skills can be recognised but also gives great job satisfaction in knowing that we are adding a valued service to the community.