Hays Construction and Property
City, Manchester
Your new company Our client manages mixed-use estates and commercial assets. They have gone through a period of growth over the last few years and are now looking to take on a Property Asset Manager to the team in Manchester. As a Property and Asset Management Surveyor, you will play a key role in managing and enhancing a diverse commercial property portfolio. Working alongside experienced colleagues across surveying, facilities management, and finance, you will help drive asset performance, strengthen occupier relationships and deliver value-led strategies for their clients. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of assets, influence key property decisions and build trusted relationships with investors, occupiers and stakeholders. Whether overseeing lease events, supporting asset strategies, managing service charge budgets or identifying opportunities to improve performance, you will be empowered to make a meaningful impact. They are looking for a commercially minded, proactive and collaborative property professional who shares their commitment to excellence, attention to detail and outstanding client service. In return, you will join a supportive and ambitious team where your contribution is valued, your development is encouraged, and your success is celebrated. Your new role Develop and execute property asset management strategies to maximise property performance and value Perform financial analysis and market research to identify opportunities for growth, investment, and portfolio optimisation Collaborate with local letting agents to develop and implement letting strategies, focusing on securing new lettings Coordinate with property managers to ensure smooth building operations and proper maintenance. Oversee service charge budgeting, management, and accounting Oversee rent collection, other receivables, and debt recovery processes Manage tenant relationships by addressing concerns and ensuring a positive tenant experience Supervise lease administration, including lease renewals, negotiations, rent reviews, and tenant retention efforts Maintain and update in-house lease records, including administration and documentation of lease agreements Manage tenant applications for alterations, alienations, and other requests Conduct periodic tenant experience reviews and property inspections to ensure asset quality. Build and maintain strong working relationships with existing clients Prepare and deliver regular asset performance reports for senior management and property owners, focusing on financial performance and key metrics Attend client meetings, preparing necessary materials and following up with actionable steps Liaise with building managers and regional facilities managers to ensure effective property management Oversee insurance matters, including claims management. To assist and support the Commercial Property Surveying team in the asset management of the properties managed. Going into further detail: - Complete monthly or quarterly client reports, meeting with the client to agree strategic objectives and associated actions to be taken Oversee and report on the performance of the property and ensure maximum value. To oversee Service Charge Budget schemes on all assets Lead on Lease transactions, Licence to Alter and Assignment applications Sign off rent and service charge prelists, holding arrears meetings, liaising, and advising clients on debt recovery Undertaking periodic inspections on assets under management Assessing leases, producing change notes, maintaining up-to-date tenancy information, developing and maintaining property management software and client files. Planning for critical lease event dates such as reviews, lease expiries and advising on options and best methods of implementation to the client. Building insurance administration, including overseeing insurance claims from inception to completion Working closely with the Building and Estate Management team to deal with all on-site issues, as well as service charge matters/queries Working together with the finance team relating to leasing, rent and service charge matters To undertake other duties and responsibilities within the department, commensurate with the grading of the post, without changing the general character of the post The post holder's duties must be carried out in compliance with property policies on Equal Opportunities Policy, Information Security Policies, and the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and other subsequent Health and Safety legislation. What you'll need to succeed RICS accredited (preferred but not essential) Solid command of written and spoken English Minimum 2:1 degree level (RICS accredited, preferred but not essential). Commercial property management experience of at 3 years Property management systems and software experience Experience in undertaking lease transactional work A working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook Experience of presenting and reporting to clients. What you'll get in return Working Hours: 9.00am - 5.30pm Nature of Work: Office (at least 4 days a week in the office) Annual Leave provision: 25 Days, excluding bank holidays Bonus: Discretionary Pension: If the employee chooses to pay a 5% of Pensionable Pay each period, 5% of Pensionable Pay each period. Probation Period: 6 months Should the employee successfully complete the probationary period, the employee will benefit from: Healthcare: Bupa Select Cover Life Assurance & Income Protection Medicash Wellbeing Benefit of up to 250 per Year. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Your new company Our client manages mixed-use estates and commercial assets. They have gone through a period of growth over the last few years and are now looking to take on a Property Asset Manager to the team in Manchester. As a Property and Asset Management Surveyor, you will play a key role in managing and enhancing a diverse commercial property portfolio. Working alongside experienced colleagues across surveying, facilities management, and finance, you will help drive asset performance, strengthen occupier relationships and deliver value-led strategies for their clients. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of assets, influence key property decisions and build trusted relationships with investors, occupiers and stakeholders. Whether overseeing lease events, supporting asset strategies, managing service charge budgets or identifying opportunities to improve performance, you will be empowered to make a meaningful impact. They are looking for a commercially minded, proactive and collaborative property professional who shares their commitment to excellence, attention to detail and outstanding client service. In return, you will join a supportive and ambitious team where your contribution is valued, your development is encouraged, and your success is celebrated. Your new role Develop and execute property asset management strategies to maximise property performance and value Perform financial analysis and market research to identify opportunities for growth, investment, and portfolio optimisation Collaborate with local letting agents to develop and implement letting strategies, focusing on securing new lettings Coordinate with property managers to ensure smooth building operations and proper maintenance. Oversee service charge budgeting, management, and accounting Oversee rent collection, other receivables, and debt recovery processes Manage tenant relationships by addressing concerns and ensuring a positive tenant experience Supervise lease administration, including lease renewals, negotiations, rent reviews, and tenant retention efforts Maintain and update in-house lease records, including administration and documentation of lease agreements Manage tenant applications for alterations, alienations, and other requests Conduct periodic tenant experience reviews and property inspections to ensure asset quality. Build and maintain strong working relationships with existing clients Prepare and deliver regular asset performance reports for senior management and property owners, focusing on financial performance and key metrics Attend client meetings, preparing necessary materials and following up with actionable steps Liaise with building managers and regional facilities managers to ensure effective property management Oversee insurance matters, including claims management. To assist and support the Commercial Property Surveying team in the asset management of the properties managed. Going into further detail: - Complete monthly or quarterly client reports, meeting with the client to agree strategic objectives and associated actions to be taken Oversee and report on the performance of the property and ensure maximum value. To oversee Service Charge Budget schemes on all assets Lead on Lease transactions, Licence to Alter and Assignment applications Sign off rent and service charge prelists, holding arrears meetings, liaising, and advising clients on debt recovery Undertaking periodic inspections on assets under management Assessing leases, producing change notes, maintaining up-to-date tenancy information, developing and maintaining property management software and client files. Planning for critical lease event dates such as reviews, lease expiries and advising on options and best methods of implementation to the client. Building insurance administration, including overseeing insurance claims from inception to completion Working closely with the Building and Estate Management team to deal with all on-site issues, as well as service charge matters/queries Working together with the finance team relating to leasing, rent and service charge matters To undertake other duties and responsibilities within the department, commensurate with the grading of the post, without changing the general character of the post The post holder's duties must be carried out in compliance with property policies on Equal Opportunities Policy, Information Security Policies, and the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and other subsequent Health and Safety legislation. What you'll need to succeed RICS accredited (preferred but not essential) Solid command of written and spoken English Minimum 2:1 degree level (RICS accredited, preferred but not essential). Commercial property management experience of at 3 years Property management systems and software experience Experience in undertaking lease transactional work A working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook Experience of presenting and reporting to clients. What you'll get in return Working Hours: 9.00am - 5.30pm Nature of Work: Office (at least 4 days a week in the office) Annual Leave provision: 25 Days, excluding bank holidays Bonus: Discretionary Pension: If the employee chooses to pay a 5% of Pensionable Pay each period, 5% of Pensionable Pay each period. Probation Period: 6 months Should the employee successfully complete the probationary period, the employee will benefit from: Healthcare: Bupa Select Cover Life Assurance & Income Protection Medicash Wellbeing Benefit of up to 250 per Year. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Onward
Manchester, Lancashire
About The Role We offer a competitive salary of £26,250 per annum (£13.64 per hour). 37 hour per week. 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays a total of 40 days paid holiday per annum which is equivalent to 8 weeks. Salary Finance - access both short and long terms loans, plus provides access to a savings facility. Opportunity to further increase annual leave with service or though the holiday purchase scheme. Immediate entry to our Pension scheme (matched contributions up to 10%). A great flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policies. Health cash plan with financial benefits and the option to extend to your family. Cover includes dental, optical, physiotherapy, 24HR private GP access and much more. Paid leave for absence including sickness, maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. Access of up to £150 annually through the 'Learning for life' scheme. Access to a wide range of discounts and cash back offers, ranging from retail and automotive to holidays and cycle to work scheme. Develop your career with support and access to training and qualifications. 2 paid half days volunteering per year. About the Role We are looking for a Property Clearance Operative on a permanent basis to join our Onward Repairs team. This role will cover the Greater Manchester area supporting our team of maintenance trades. The purpose of this role is clearance and cleaning of void properties, including maintenance of gardens and/or communal spaces associated with void properties. This will include loading items onto vehicles and driving to various locations where the items will be unloaded. Other miscellaneous works relating to properties, communal areas, and open spaces. Successful candidates will work in local teams and are not required to report to a depot each day but attend when require for team meetings and replenishment of supplies. It is essential that candidates have a valid full UK driving licence . Key Responsibilities Delivery To carry out clearance and cleaning work of properties vacated by tenants prior to repair or refurbishment works being undertaken. To remove items of furniture and other personal possessions for either storage or disposal. Items are to be removed from all floors including lofts and gardens, onto an appropriate vehicle or skips and to thoroughly clean the property prior to re-occupation. Undertake horticultural practices necessary for the clearance and restoration of gardens and open spaces associated with void properties. Using a variety of cleaning chemicals in compliance with COSHH regulations and associated cleaning tools including small to medium hand-held battery tools. Customer Service To provide excellent customer service whilst ensuring prompt work of the required standard. Quality Ensure all work is delivered to a high standard. Records To complete jobs on PDA's and maintain other records as required Health and Safety Undertake work activities in line with all health and safety requirements demonstrating a sound working knowledge of key legislative health and safety information and safe working practices. Assisting the promotion of Health & Safety. Work equipment Operation of light machinery, plant and powered hand tools in accordance with recognised safety procedures. To be responsible for the safe use and daily maintenance of allocated Company vehicles. Skills / Experience and Qualifications Essential: Achieving high standards within time constraints. Team player. The ability to undertake DIY tasks. Experience of working in a target driven environment. Knowledge of health and safety regulations in line with HASAWA 1974. Literacy skills/ Numeracy skills. Appropriate CSCS card. A full UK driving license is required. Desirable: Experience of working within a commercial and domestic property maintenance environment. Experience of delivering services within the social housing sector. Asbestos awareness training. Relevant power tool and manual handling training. Appropriate and current training in COSHH & PPE. Access equipment and working at height training e.g. mobile work platforms. About The Organisation Onward Repairs is the in house repairs and maintenance service for Onward Homes, keeping customers' homes safe, secure and well maintained. Our skilled teams deliver responsive repairs, planned works and voids services, combining high standards, strong teamwork and a customer first approach. We invest in our people and take pride in making a real difference to our communities. Onward Homes is one of the largest registered providers of social housing in the Northwest, with 35,000 properties across the region. We believe that everyone deserves a place to call their own, which is why we're committed to building 500 new homes each year. We do more than just provide a roof over our customers' heads, we're here to make a real difference. In addition to creating positive spaces for our customers we continuously strive to create a positive and progressive workspace to enable our colleagues to achieve their full potential. We embrace diversity and strive for diverse teams to create an inclusive culture which enables Onward to thrive and be representative of the communities that we serve. We want to ensure that everybody has an opportunity to be part of our recruitment processes and will therefore make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to assist you with our recruitment process via the email address below. If candidates have any concerns / questions in relation to the role at any stage of the recruitment and selection process they can contact the HR team on and a member of the HR Team will be in touch.
About The Role We offer a competitive salary of £26,250 per annum (£13.64 per hour). 37 hour per week. 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays a total of 40 days paid holiday per annum which is equivalent to 8 weeks. Salary Finance - access both short and long terms loans, plus provides access to a savings facility. Opportunity to further increase annual leave with service or though the holiday purchase scheme. Immediate entry to our Pension scheme (matched contributions up to 10%). A great flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policies. Health cash plan with financial benefits and the option to extend to your family. Cover includes dental, optical, physiotherapy, 24HR private GP access and much more. Paid leave for absence including sickness, maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. Access of up to £150 annually through the 'Learning for life' scheme. Access to a wide range of discounts and cash back offers, ranging from retail and automotive to holidays and cycle to work scheme. Develop your career with support and access to training and qualifications. 2 paid half days volunteering per year. About the Role We are looking for a Property Clearance Operative on a permanent basis to join our Onward Repairs team. This role will cover the Greater Manchester area supporting our team of maintenance trades. The purpose of this role is clearance and cleaning of void properties, including maintenance of gardens and/or communal spaces associated with void properties. This will include loading items onto vehicles and driving to various locations where the items will be unloaded. Other miscellaneous works relating to properties, communal areas, and open spaces. Successful candidates will work in local teams and are not required to report to a depot each day but attend when require for team meetings and replenishment of supplies. It is essential that candidates have a valid full UK driving licence . Key Responsibilities Delivery To carry out clearance and cleaning work of properties vacated by tenants prior to repair or refurbishment works being undertaken. To remove items of furniture and other personal possessions for either storage or disposal. Items are to be removed from all floors including lofts and gardens, onto an appropriate vehicle or skips and to thoroughly clean the property prior to re-occupation. Undertake horticultural practices necessary for the clearance and restoration of gardens and open spaces associated with void properties. Using a variety of cleaning chemicals in compliance with COSHH regulations and associated cleaning tools including small to medium hand-held battery tools. Customer Service To provide excellent customer service whilst ensuring prompt work of the required standard. Quality Ensure all work is delivered to a high standard. Records To complete jobs on PDA's and maintain other records as required Health and Safety Undertake work activities in line with all health and safety requirements demonstrating a sound working knowledge of key legislative health and safety information and safe working practices. Assisting the promotion of Health & Safety. Work equipment Operation of light machinery, plant and powered hand tools in accordance with recognised safety procedures. To be responsible for the safe use and daily maintenance of allocated Company vehicles. Skills / Experience and Qualifications Essential: Achieving high standards within time constraints. Team player. The ability to undertake DIY tasks. Experience of working in a target driven environment. Knowledge of health and safety regulations in line with HASAWA 1974. Literacy skills/ Numeracy skills. Appropriate CSCS card. A full UK driving license is required. Desirable: Experience of working within a commercial and domestic property maintenance environment. Experience of delivering services within the social housing sector. Asbestos awareness training. Relevant power tool and manual handling training. Appropriate and current training in COSHH & PPE. Access equipment and working at height training e.g. mobile work platforms. About The Organisation Onward Repairs is the in house repairs and maintenance service for Onward Homes, keeping customers' homes safe, secure and well maintained. Our skilled teams deliver responsive repairs, planned works and voids services, combining high standards, strong teamwork and a customer first approach. We invest in our people and take pride in making a real difference to our communities. Onward Homes is one of the largest registered providers of social housing in the Northwest, with 35,000 properties across the region. We believe that everyone deserves a place to call their own, which is why we're committed to building 500 new homes each year. We do more than just provide a roof over our customers' heads, we're here to make a real difference. In addition to creating positive spaces for our customers we continuously strive to create a positive and progressive workspace to enable our colleagues to achieve their full potential. We embrace diversity and strive for diverse teams to create an inclusive culture which enables Onward to thrive and be representative of the communities that we serve. We want to ensure that everybody has an opportunity to be part of our recruitment processes and will therefore make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to assist you with our recruitment process via the email address below. If candidates have any concerns / questions in relation to the role at any stage of the recruitment and selection process they can contact the HR team on and a member of the HR Team will be in touch.
