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We are recruiting a Senior Estates Manager to lead the strategic and operational management of a large, diverse national property portfolio. The portfolio includes offices, operational depots and complex industrial sites across the UK. This is a senior, high-profile position requiring strong commercial judgement and the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders, external partners and advisors. The Role Provide leadership and direction to the Estates Management team, setting clear objectives and maintaining high service standards. Oversee the management of a national portfolio of freehold and leasehold property assets, ensuring they are managed efficiently, compliantly and commercially. Lead negotiations on key property matters including leases, rent reviews and commercial terms. Manage complex estates issues including land acquisitions, disposals, lease renewals, landlord consents, wayleaves and site searches. Support the development and delivery of the wider property strategy alongside senior leadership. Build and maintain relationships with landlords, agents, consultants and internal stakeholders. Contribute estates expertise to business growth activities including bids, tenders and investment cases. Requirements Degree or postgraduate qualification in Property, Estates Management or a related discipline (desirable). Significant post-qualification experience managing complex property portfolios. Experience within sectors such as waste, minerals, infrastructure, utilities or renewable energy would be advantageous but is not essential. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior leadership role managing a large and operationally critical estate within a complex, multi-site environment. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior leadership role managing a large and operationally critical estate within a complex, multi-site environment.

Audit & Anti-Fraud Manager Local Authority South East London A large local authority based in South East London is seeking an experienced Audit & Anti-Fraud Manager to lead and manage internal audit and counter-fraud activity across a complex, high-profile public-sector organisation. This is a senior interim opportunity for an accomplished audit and fraud professional who can provide assurance, leadership, and robust investigation capability while supporting the statutory responsibilities of the Section 151 function. Assignment Details Pay Rate: 44.09 per hour (Umbrella) May negotiate higher for exceptional candidates based on experience Contract Length: 11 months (ongoing assignment) Working Pattern: Hybrid working - 2 days per week in the office Office Location: Woolwich area, South East London (SE18) The Role The Audit & Anti-Fraud Manager will be responsible for ensuring effective audit coverage across council services, managing a large professional team, and overseeing complex investigations, including housing benefit fraud and other corporate irregularities. You will play a key role in safeguarding public funds, improving governance, and ensuring compliance with statutory, professional, and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Audit & Anti-Fraud service, including responsibility for up to 20 staff Deliver continuous, risk-based internal audit coverage across corporate systems, contracts, ICT, schools, housing benefits, and externally funded services Ensure audits and investigations fully support the Section 151 statutory responsibilities Direct, manage, and review complex and sensitive investigations, including fraud, corruption, and irregularities Contribute to the development and delivery of the annual Audit & Anti-Fraud Plan Prepare high-quality audit reports, assurance statements, and performance reports for senior officers and Members Recommend control improvements and fraud prevention measures based on audit and investigation findings Ensure compliance with professional standards, including CIPFA Internal Audit Code of Practice and relevant legislation Promote fraud awareness, training, and modern investigative techniques across the organisation Liaise with senior managers, external agencies, regulators, police, and legal bodies as required Deputise for the Head of Audit & Anti-Fraud where necessary Essential Requirements Candidates must meet one of the following professional criteria: Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) OR Fully qualified accountant and member of a CCAB-recognised body Skills & Experience Extensive experience leading internal audit and counter-fraud services within local government or the public sector Strong knowledge of audit, investigation, governance, and risk management frameworks Proven ability to manage large teams and complex workloads Experience conducting and overseeing sensitive, high-risk investigations Excellent stakeholder management skills, including engagement with senior officers and Members Strong report-writing, analytical, and decision-making capability Apply now for a confidential discussion and further details about this senior interim opportunity. Linsco is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We are seeking a proactive Building Manager to provide excellent building and facilities services in the Greater Manchester area, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and exceptional customer service. This role involves managing building facilities, liaising with clients, and maintaining high standards throughout the property and will suit candidates based in the West or South area of Manchester Client Details Our client is one of the largest providers of commercial property in the UK, and are proud to provide high quality modern retail, industrial and office space across the Greater Manchester region. Description The Building Manager will: Operate the reception area and welcome visitors and staff. Liaise daily with building clients and senior management. Book meeting rooms and manage amenity areas. Monitor cleaning standards across the facility. Maintain building check sheets and ensure presentation of internal and external areas. Coordinate with the Facilities Manager for minor maintenance tasks. Close down the building and amenity areas at the end of the day, ensuring readiness for the next day. Profile A successful Building Manager should have: Experience in facilities/building management. Strong hospitality and client relationship skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Highly organised with attention to detail. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks. A background in real estate and property management. Job Offer The role of Building Manager benefits from: Competitive salary of 33,000 per annum. Comprehensive pension scheme to support your future. Opportunities for career growth and development. Supportive and professional company culture. If you are ready to take the next step in your real estate and property career, apply today to become a Building Manager in Greater Manchester.

Why work for us? Established in 1998 Lancer Scott offers renowned high-quality construction projects and facilities management services, often competing and winning work from our much larger competitors. We are based in the heart of Bristol and have enjoyed significant success, particularly in the last 4 years with turnover increasing from £56 million in 2020 to a projected £125 million for 2024/2025. To ensure our business remains fully supported we are investing into our people strategy and infrastructure to give our employees the tools to perform to the best of their ability. If you would like to join a rapidly expanding business that can offer up good opportunities for career development and professional personal growth, you should apply today and let s talk. What is the purpose of the role and expectations? The role of Area Service Delivery Manager at Lancer Scott is responsible for overseeing multiple engineers and Coop sites, ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of maintenance services. This role involves managing teams, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, optimising operational performance, and maintaining strong client relationships. You will neeed strong leadership, technical expertise, and project management skills to enhance operational efficiency and reliability. This role covers the M4 corridor from Bath - Reading, and down to Southampton, with a requirement to visit Bristol on a regular basis. What will be my Core Responsibilities? Supervise and mentor engineering teams within your designated area. Drive engineering productivity and efficiencies for your allocated engineers. Conduct performance reviews with Regional Account Managers to set objectives, and provide training and development opportunities. Manage/supervise/monitor capital projects within the area as required. Support costing from engineers and subcontractors, working with the Project Manager for capital projects. Analyse current engineering processes and look for any improvements. Monitor, train and support engineers to ensure adherence to KPI s and SLA s. Drive change from Senior management instruction and become fully onboard with the changes implemented. Ensure full adherence is met to Lancer Scott and Co-op s Health and Safety regulations and standards. Carry out regular audits to identify areas for improvement, H&S requirements. At least 2 on site visits per year for each engineer Serve as the initial escalation point between engineers, helpdesk and the client Attend site meetings within your designated area. Liaise with subcontractors to ensure that they have joint visits arranged and booked to meet client SLA's Track and analyse service performance using KPIs and reporting tools. Use data provided to drive best performance and customer satisfaction. What skills and experience do I need to be successful in this role? Essential: Electrical or Mechanical qualification and practical background in a trade setting. Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role and working to strict KPI s. Strong leadership skills, able to motivate and inspire. Well-developed organisation skills with excellent attention to detail. Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people and influence at all levels. Desirable: Demonstrable experience of H&S and other legislation relative to premises occupation and use and the delivery of, hard FM services. Experience of using CAFM applications to deliver, monitor and report on FM service obligations. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Head of HR UK Based Hybrid Working 1 day a week in Wimbledon initially Part-Time 3 days per week (with flexibility for a 4th day if required) Up to £65,000 per annum (pro-rated) Are you a seasoned HR professional with a passion for shaping exceptional workplace experiences? The Property Institute is the professional body for residential property managers across England, Scotland, and Wales. Our core mission is to facilitate safer, better-managed residential communities by raising standards and supporting those who manage people s homes. Formed in 2022 by the merger of the Association of Residential Managing Agents (ARMA) and the Institute of Residential Property Management (IRPM), and joined by the Property Managers' Association Scotland Limited (PMAS) in March 2025, our organisation brings together over a century of combined experience. As our Head of HR, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation, enhancing HR policies, and championing the employee experience. This role offers the opportunity to drive strategic initiatives, promote positive work culture, and impact our workforce. Join our dynamic team where collaboration and growth are at the forefront. We foster a supportive environment where working together drives continuous improvement. Despite our mainly remote setup, our tight-knit team stays connected through regular Teams video calls. We seek individuals aligned with our mission of ensuring everyone lives in a safe home, we are eager to innovate and deliver great service to colleagues, members, and society. Are you the right person for the job? Relevant degree or equivalent, to include CIPD level 5 Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands on operational delivery Extensive experience in a generalist HR role and organisational development Experience in the end-to-end employee lifecycle (recruitment through to exit) Strong knowledge of UK employment law and understanding of best practises within HR procedures and processes Ability to support the influence of cultural development through various people development initiatives Competent and experienced in Microsoft packages (word, PowerPoint, excel), along with experience in HRIS systems and reporting tools Expert knowledge and understanding of all matters relating to human resources and training/development of people, including wellbeing support & EAPs Familiarity with HRIS systems and reporting tools Analytic ability and interpretation of data Excellent oral, written communication and presentation skills Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines What will your role look like? Recruitment and Onboarding: Develop and execute recruitment strategies, oversee end-to-end recruitment process, coordinate new hire onboarding, and administer all right to work checks Employee Relations: Address employee queries and concerns, resolve conflicts and grievances, promote positive work culture, and maintain employee handbooks HR Operations and Compliance: Oversee HR compliance, governance, and policy implementation in line with employment law and internal standards. Manage of HRMI system: Ensure GDPR compliance is maintained at all times. Compensation and Benefits: Administer benefit programs, advise senior management on compensation and benefits, conduct benchmarking studies Talent and Succession: Drive the People Strategy agenda; support talent planning and succession strategies to ensure future workforce capability Performance and Development: Drive and manage the performance review process with the aim of improving corporate capability and continued flexibility, through guiding the setting of aspirational objectives/goals and achieving operational key results Remote Work Management: Review remote work policies, provide guidance on remote work, and improve remote collaboration HR Planning: Contribute to workforce planning Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining why you are the perfect fit for us. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an online interview with HR and other management team members before a decision is made. What s next? It s easy! Click APPLY now! We can t wait to hear from you! Your data will be handled in line with GDPR.

Real Estate Tax - Senior Manager A rare opportunity to join an outstanding and continually expanding Real Estate Tax Team in this leading Financial and Professional Services Group - currently over £62bn in AUM. Real Estate is one of their key strategic focus sectors with huge investment to grow the team. You will have full access to the full breadth of Real Estate Tax work including but not limited to Deals, Transactions, DD, Structuring and Compliance. Typical Clients: UK and International Property Investors and Developers Real Estate Funds REITs Private Equity Funds Family Office investments in RE Housebuilders Owner-Occupiers Landed Estates What are they looking for? Strong UK Real Estate tax experience Ideally CTA or ACA qualified (or equivalent) Ability to manage your own portfolio of clients on complex tax consultancy projects & tax compliance assignments for a range of clients across the Real Estate sector Someone who wants to be a revenue generator - work with Partners/Directors as well as on your own to lead business development for existing, new and prospective clients Find out more! Apply now or email and let's have a confidential conversation around the firm and your career aspirations. As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Benefits Service Manager to lead the delivery of a high-performing Revenues and Benefits service within a busy local authority environment. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing the administration of Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction, Discretionary Housing Payments and associated support schemes, ensuring services are delivered efficiently, compliantly and in line with corporate objectives. The successful candidate will oversee operational performance, lead large processing teams and drive service improvements through effective performance management, legislative implementation and the use of emerging technology. The Role Lead the day-to-day operation and performance of the Benefits service, ensuring efficient administration of Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction, Single Support Grant schemes and Discretionary Housing Payments. Manage a large operational team including delivery managers, quality managers and assessment officers. Drive service performance to achieve and maintain top quartile performance across accuracy, speed and quality of benefit administration. Monitor team performance, throughput and accuracy, implementing training and targeted interventions where required. Ensure services operate fully in line with benefits legislation, regulations and corporate objectives. Lead the implementation of new legislation, policy changes and system developments, ensuring minimal disruption to services. Manage and monitor the Discretionary Housing Payment budget and support homelessness prevention initiatives. Work closely with internal departments including Housing, Revenues, Adult Social Care and Customer Services to deliver a joined-up service. Represent the council at appeals, tribunals and court proceedings where required. Produce performance reports, statistical analysis and management information to support senior decision making. Lead continuous service improvement initiatives, including exploring emerging technology to improve customer outcomes. Deputise for the Service Group Manager for Revenues and Benefits where required. Key Requirements Extensive experience managing a Benefits or Revenues & Benefits service within a local authority environment. Excellent knowledge of Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction and associated benefits legislation, including subsidy rules and appeals processes. Experience leading and motivating large operational teams and managing service performance. Strong experience implementing legislative and policy changes within a benefits service. Proven ability to analyse data, manage budgets and drive service improvements. Excellent communication skills with experience presenting reports to senior management and stakeholders. Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. Commitment to delivering high-quality, customer-focused services. Knowledge of benefits IT systems and workflow management platforms. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your CV today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, unfortunately your application has not been successful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skill set but not your location, rate or current seniority, please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for similar roles across Revenues and Benefits, Benefits Management and Welfare Services throughout the UK. Even if you are happy in your current role, we welcome calls from Benefits Service Managers, Revenues & Benefits Managers, Benefits Team Leaders and Senior Assessment Officers looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market . By applying for this position, you agree that Carrington West may hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your details will only be shared with third-party clients relevant to roles you have applied for. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

A leading organisation with a diverse and fast-moving property portfolio is seeking an experienced Estates Manager to play a key role in shaping and enhancing its property management function. This position offers the chance to influence systems, processes, and standards across a complex estate while working closely with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. The Role The Estates Manager will support the development of robust property and asset management processes, taking responsibility for efficient letting, compliance, and operational excellence across the estate. Working alongside the senior property team, you will drive improvements, oversee key statutory and commercial obligations, and ensure the smooth running of property operations. Key Responsibilities • Develop and refine property and asset management processes, supporting the letting of accommodation across the estate. • Introduce efficient systems and procedures to streamline property-related workstreams. • Manage and enhance service charge budgeting and reconciliation processes. • Lead on compliance with health and safety requirements, including rolling tenant inspections, risk assessments, and common-area monitoring. • Manage and report on property systems and databases, including budgeting, forecasting, and income tracking. • Review property policy, recommend improvements, and maintain strong communication with stakeholders to ensure positive outcomes. • Work collaboratively with the wider property team to drive continuous improvement. • Provide day-to-day management for the property administrator (where applicable). Candidate Profile • Degree in property or a related field; RICS accreditation or further qualifications are an advantage. • Strong estates / property management background, ideally gained within a complex and varied estate. • Solid understanding of property law, regulation, service charge management, and rating processes. • Proven ability to analyse data and processes, identify risks, and support informed decision-making. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with confidence in engaging diverse stakeholders. • Strong project management capability, able to handle multiple priorities and deadlines. • Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. • Meticulous attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and compliance. • Customer-focused approach with a commitment to delivering a high-quality property experience. • Strong commitment to maintaining safety standards across all areas of responsibility. • Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support colleagues and contribute to a positive working environment. What You ll Get in Return • A competitive salary reflective of experience and expertise. • Generous holiday entitlement and access to a range of employee benefits. • Opportunities for professional development, including support for further qualifications and ongoing training. • The chance to work within a high-profile, complex estate that will challenge and expand your skillset. • A supportive leadership team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. • A role with genuine scope to influence systems, processes, and the long-term effectiveness of the property function. • A positive, team-focused working culture where your contribution will be recognised and valued.

The Senior Facilities Management Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the effective day-to-day operation of the Property Services Department, ensuring a high-quality, customer-focused service is delivered consistently. Working closely with the Property Services Manager, the post holder will coordinate and oversee repair activities, provide guidance to staff and contractors, and help drive continuous improvement across all aspects of the service. This role requires strong organisational and leadership skills to ensure repairs are completed safely, efficiently, on time, and in line with relevant policies, standards, and budgets. The role is also responsible for monitoring performance against key performance indicators (KPIs), analysing trends, and identifying opportunities to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction. The Senior Facilities Management Coordinator will use performance data and customer feedback to drive improvements, resolve complex issues, and support a culture of accountability and excellence. Main Duties and Responsibilities Operational Management & Service Delivery Support the day-to-day management of the Property Services Department, ensuring responsive, planned, void, and non-regulatory repairs are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and to a high standard. Coordinate, prioritise, and oversee repair works, acting as the point of escalation for complex, high-risk, or out-of-time repairs, complaints, and service requests. Ensure the housing management system is accurately maintained and used correctly by staff members. Minimise out-of-time repairs through effective monitoring, follow-up, and intervention. Follow up transactional repair surveys and ensure resident satisfaction with outcomes. Performance Management & Continuous Improvement Monitor, analyse, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), trends, and service outcomes. Use performance data and customer feedback to drive service improvements, reduce repeat repairs, and improve value for money. Lead and deliver service improvement and action plans relating to reactive repairs, voids, planned works, and non-regulatory services. Support the development and embedding of continuous improvement processes across Property Services. Contractor & Contract Management Manage and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, particularly the main repairs contractor. Lead weekly, monthly, and quarterly contract review meetings and attend informal contractor meetings as required. Monitor contractor performance against service level agreements, quality standards, and budgets. Monitor, review, and report on non-regulatory contracts including gardening, cleaning, gritting, window cleaning, bin cleaning, and other cyclical maintenance services. Provide contract administration, liaison, and process support to ensure successful delivery of responsive, planned, and non-regulatory works. Assist with the planned works programme, including tenant consultation and service delivery support. Become familiar with, develop, and monitor Schedule of Rates pricing, reporting on individual items and contractor adherence. Ensure in-house operatives deliver value for money through analysis of completed works. Financial & Administrative Responsibilities Understand and support the management of budgets for responsive repairs, planned works, and non-regulatory services, including budget-setting processes. Process and manage invoices in a timely manner to meet finance requirements. Produce programmes, management information, and KPI reports for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring records are stored appropriately. Leadership, Communication & Engagement Provide guidance, coaching, and support to staff, sharing best practice and supporting development. Support the Property Services Manager with operational planning, policy implementation, review, and service development. Attend staff meetings, tenant meetings, team briefings, and organisational events as required. When required, provide telephone and reception cover, resolving enquiries at first point of contact where possible. General & Organisational Responsibilities Ensure compliance with all health and safety, statutory, and regulatory requirements. Demonstrate confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity at all times. Work in a manner sensitive to the culture and religious needs of the Jewish community. Promote equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice. Participate fully in training and development in line with organisational and mandatory requirements. Undertake any other duties within the scope of the role as reasonably required.

Commissioning Manager - Real EstateProperty ServicesHybrid Working We are seeking a highly experienced Commissioning Manager - Corporate Estate to lead, direct and drive the management of the Council's Corporate Estate, ensuring assets are managed proactively, efficiently and in full compliance with the Corporate Asset Management Plan.You will lead the development of strategies and estate management plans on behalf of client departments (e.g. adult care, education, social services), translating corporate and service priorities into deliverable, value for money outcomes. This is a key senior role requiring strong commercial acumen, strategic leadership and the ability to operate effectively within a political and public sector environment. Key ResponsibilitiesLead the delivery of corporate estate management, ensuring Council properties are managed optimally and customer and stakeholder expectations are met.Drive the implementation of a Corporate Landlord Model across the portfolio to improve efficiency, reduce costs and align property decisions with corporate priorities.Lead the development of estate strategies and plans for Client Departments, including business case preparation, consideration of capital and revenue affordability, and commissioning delivery through to completion. Ensure corporate annual valuations are completed accurately and within required timescales.Ensure all statutory, legal and regulatory obligations are met, including appropriate consents and agreements prior to the commencement of any building works.Provide strategic asset management and development advice to elected Members, senior officers, stakeholders and external partners, including deputising for the Head of Service when required.Oversee performance management of the operational estate, driving continuous improvement and ensuring robust reporting to the Corporate Property Steering Group, government departments and other stakeholders.Effectively manage people, ICT, budgets and property resources, including oversight of risk management within the service area.Manage and monitor the Estates budget, producing accurate and timely management information.Cultivate and embed best practice in estates management, leading the development of robust procedures and professional standards.Lead the coordination of consultants, stakeholders and legal professionals, ensuring compliance with procurement requirements.Ensure accurate and timely recording of management information using Asset Management Systems, CAD, GIS and related software.QualificationsA relevant degree & Membership or Fellowship of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)Experience RequiredSubstantial, demonstrable experience of leading and delivering estates management across a varied operational portfolio, including compliance, valuations, rating, dilapidations, financial management, planning, construction, strategy formulation and implementation.Senior level experience of operational estate management and valuation within a complex organisational environment.Proven success in developing, managing and delivering capital and revenue programmes and budgets.Experience of leading best practice and driving continuous improvementGood working knowledge of the Procurement Act and its application to real estate.Experience of developing and maintaining effective partnerships with external organisations.Strong experience in the use of data and asset management systems to support high performance and evidence-based decision-making.KnowledgeIn-depth knowledge of operational real estate management for effective portfolio delivery.Extensive knowledge of landlord and tenant law, with a good understanding of national and local planning legislation and policies.Strong understanding of the public sector operating environment, including the drivers for transformation and change in local government and their impact on councils and partners What you'll get in return Competitive Salary - £55-61000Local authority pension schemeGenerous annual leaveEmployee benefit packageHybrid working 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 hays.co.uk

Property Manager £28,000- £32,000- Southwest London (multi-office coverage) in office. The Role Do you have a proven track record in property management and the confidence to handle complex landlord and tenant situations? Are you experienced in coordinating maintenance, managing compliance, and driving results within a busy property portfolio? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. As a Property Manager at Samuel Estates, you will manage a portfolio of residential properties, working closely with your pod team to deliver a seamless service. You will be the main point of contact for landlords, tenants and contractors, ensuring properties are well maintained, tenancies run smoothly and compliance is always up to date. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment with clear pathways to leadership roles. This is a full-time role working 9:30am 6:00pm (Monday to Friday) and 1 Saturday every 6 weeks. Take the next step in your property management career with a team that celebrates success and supports your development apply now and make an impact with Samuel Estates! Key Responsibilities: Handle day-to-day communications with landlords and tenants. Lead tenancy renewals, including negotiating rent reviews and new terms. Monitor rent arrears and escalate issues when needed. Coordinate maintenance and contractor work through Fixflo. Conduct routine inspections and pre-let visits. Maintain accurate compliance documentation alongside your pod. Support the Senior Property Manager with complex or escalated matters. Help achieve pod KPIs in arrears, renewals, compliance, and service levels. The Company Samuel Estates is one of London s leading independent estate agencies providing a range of property lettings, management and sales services. We are the winner of many local awards. We are proud to be fully licensed and regulated members of both ARLA & the NAEA Properymark. Samuel Estates is built on a relationship of trust, integrity and total commitment to a genuine, personal customer service. The Benefits Access to a pool car. 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays. 1 Saturday every 6 weeks (on rotation). Company mobile phone. Company pension scheme. The Person 1 3 years property management experience. Knowledge of property legislation and compliance standards. Strong organisational and multitasking skills. Professional communication and negotiation abilities. A customer-focused mindset with problem-solving skills. Competence in MS Office and property management systems (Fixflo, QUBE desirable). A full, clean driving licence.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Chorley, Lancashire 30,000 - 45,000 + Car/Allowance + Package seen below Commercial Refurbshment and Fit-out Offices & Industrial Sectors This is a unique position working for an Asset Management Business. It's a non-profit business essentially. What's great about this is it's not a corporate environment where you're being dragged across the coals because you're not winning or making money. Construction and demolition are an integral part of the FI Real Estate Management business, set up to deliver our growing pipeline of new-build projects across the UK. FI Construction experts provide the knowledge and experience needed to meet the increasing market demand for new, high quality industrial and commercial space. By working closely with our development teams, FI Construction is able to further enhance our industrial and other commercial offerings. We are in the process of building brand new units that will create attractive and desirable space for tenants of all types and sizes. The Role With a vast portfolio of commercial and industrial real estate spanning over 15 million sq ft and with an additional 4.5 million sq ft in the pipeline, Self delivery of key packages such as ground works, steel and cladding 10 year clear pipeline of works Growth within the company to progress to senior level Supportive working environment In house plant over a value of (phone number removed) Key Responsibilities: An ability to understand and comply with Company Procedures Achieve or exceed budgeted margin by looking for opportunities, alternative methods of completing the works and buying gains from S/C Procurement without compromise to relationships Valuations are submitted in accordance with the conditions of the main contract and that payments are received by the due date, taking full responsibility for the contracts cash position Complete monthly CVR reports, ensuring they accurately reflect the current position on site and the final profit projection Administer the main contract conditions and identify and prepare timely contractual notices for all events Price and agree all contract variations, in a timely manner whilst maximising their entitlement Understand and demonstrate a good working knowledge of the contract at Preconstruction Stage Procure supply chain orders in a timely manner that accurately reflect the scope works and administer same, accurately valuing, certifying and issuing relevant payment notices Achieve timely final account agreement on client and supply chain accounts, whilst maintaining strong working relationships Understand progress on site via site walks and liaising with Project Manager Determine how progress will impact cost Influence project decision making with cost advice Carry out any other duties reasonably requested by the Commercial Manager The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation. Key Requirements: Degree qualified as a Quantity Surveyor with a minimum of 3+ years post-graduate experience. Experience in construction or fit-out projects. Experience managing all commercial aspects of projects independently. Experience with JCT contracts (NEC experience is beneficial). Strong ambition, motivation, and a positive, collaborative attitude. Experience in estimating and pricing projects is preferred but not essential. Excellent IT, commercial, and communication skills. Ability to work within a busy team and under pressure. The Benefits Competitive salary, bonus , and car allowance , based on experience. Rapid progression opportunities within a growing business. Investment in training and development with a bespoke progression plan. Support to achieve professional chartership (if applicable). A positive and collaborative team environment.

Job Title: Senior Branch Manager Location: Rainham Salary: Up to 65,000 OTE, Including up to 4,000 Car Allowance or Company Car Hours: 5 days per week, including some Saturdays (2 on, 1 off) Benefits: 33 days paid holiday plus your birthday off Pension and life insurance Private Healthcare Profit share bonus scheme Holiday commission scheme Company rewards and incentives Structured career path with ongoing training and development Paid entry fees for charity events Employee assistance programme About the Role of Senior Branch Manager: Our client is a leading estate agency group with over 100 high street locations across the South-East. They are known for exceptional service and whilst creating a supportive, collaborative culture, with ongoing development opportunities and having achieve at least 90% on employee satisfaction surveys, as well as being a Gold Accredited Investors in People company. As a Senior Branch Manager, you'll be shaping success and driving profitability of the branch through motivating teams, driving performance, and ensuring outstanding customer service. This hands-on, varied role combines leadership, coaching, and property expertise. If you are an experienced estate agency professional with leadership skills, ambitious, energetic, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to grow and succeed. Responsibilities for the position of Senior Branch Manager: Lead and inspire branch team through morning meetings, coaching and mentoring Manage your branch's profitability and growth, driving business development Generate new business opportunities and identify quality leads Value properties and present them to the market for the best possible results List properties and ensure vendors achieve the best possible price Monitor market trends and establish yourself as a local property expert Drive business performance and profitability in the branch Build strong customer and client relationships to secure repeat business Contribute to a culture of high performance, collaboration and positivity Work closely with your team to strategize and match new properties with potential buyers Experience Required for the position of Senior Branch Manager: Proven success in estate agency with the proven ability to motivate and develop teams A passion for developing relationships, with a strong work ethic and positive energy Track record of converting valuations into listings and sales Strong customer focus with excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills Drive, ambition and ability to work under pressure A collaborative approach and a genuine passion for delivering exceptional service For more information regarding the role of Senior Branch Manager, please contact us. Stellar Select is acting as an employment agency and is a corporate member of the REC. Due to high volumes of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. Successful applicants will be notified within two business days.

For rural property solicitors who want to work with some of the most recognisable landowners in Scotland, opportunities like this don't come along often. A highly regarded Scottish firm with UK-wide reach is looking to appoint a Rural Property Solicitor (2-5 PQE) to join its established and well-respected team. The firm has a long-standing reputation in the rural and estates sector, advising many of Scotland's most prominent landowners, estate managers and rural businesses. As part of this specialist team, you will work on a wide variety of matters involving large rural estates, farms, forestry holdings and country properties , often acting for clients whose landholdings are both historically significant and commercially important. The work is varied and intellectually engaging. You can expect to advise on estate management matters, rural acquisitions and disposals, agricultural tenancies, development opportunities, and the diversification of rural landholdings . Much of the work is relationship-led, with the firm maintaining long-standing client relationships built on trust, discretion and high-quality advice. You will work closely with experienced partners and senior solicitors who are recognised leaders in the rural property sector. The team operates in a genuinely collaborative environment where junior and mid-level solicitors are given early responsibility, meaningful client exposure and strong support to develop their expertise. The firm is seeking a 2-5 PQE solicitor with experience in rural property or general commercial property who has an interest in developing a long-term career in the rural and estates sector. An understanding of agricultural or estate matters would be beneficial, although strong property experience and a genuine interest in the sector will also be considered. For a solicitor looking to build a career advising some of Scotland's most recognised landowners within a firm known for its national reach and sector expertise , this represents an excellent opportunity. For a confidential discussion, please contact Neil Campbell at QED Legal via the details provided.

Property Disposals Manager London Bridge Up to £50,000 Hyde is recruiting a Disposals Asset Manager (Residential Properties) who will have the responsibility of preparing void properties for disposal through different sales routes. This will involve analysing all relevant property data, preparing business plans and overseeing the repair or refurbishment of numerous void properties, simultaneously. It is important that you understand the property market and how to create value from existing assets. Key Duties Complete a pre-inspection desk top analysis of the property based upon internal data and public information. Undertaking the scoping / inspection of void assets to assess repair requirement and its potential for refurbishment using a standard specification appropriate to the location/potential value of the property. Be able to demonstrate an understanding of residential building construction, the refurbishment and repairs process and buildability. Be able to Identify any potential structural and/or damp issues both internally and externally. Undertaking options/financial appraisals using appraisal software. Preparation of a business plan including a summary of the required works, photographs of the asset, sourcing market comparables and undertaking residual valuations. Procurement, coordination and review any additional surveys i.e. structural, damp etc. Working with the Contract Manager/Administrator in reviewing contactors pricing, interrogation of contractors pricing, and value engineering of the works schedule. Ability to assess and recommend the correct disposal method (repair, refurbishment/major or minor works/ sell as is based on agreed financial performance KPI.) Engaging architect (from a framework to be established) to design extension, conversions and/or deconversion of assets. Review and comment on planning applications whilst collaboratively working with Architect, Principal Designer, Contractor and Contract Manager/Administrator. Attend inspections of works on site and progress meetings with Contract Manager/Administrator and report on progress to the Senior Project Manager. Receive handover of property on completion of works ensuring all documentation is checked, accurate and filed. Why Join Hyde? Hyde is part of the Hyde group one of the UK's leading housing providers, managing and owning around 120,000 homes nationwide. We're committed to building safe, sustainable communities where people can thrive. With a strong social purpose, long-term investment plans, and a focus on innovation, Hyde is a place where you can grow your career while making a real difference. Essential Skills and Experience Strong knowledge of Residential Property Market Strong knowledge of the refurbishment and repairs process and challenges A good ability to formulate a business case supporting the disposal route of an asset that achieves the best value Knowledge of various disposal channels available to a Registered Provider Previous Experience in a similar role Must have access to own car, this role requires travelling to visit properties in all of Hyde's area of operation The Benefits of Joining Hyde Excellent pension scheme Generous holiday allowance Life assurance Award-winning flexible benefits platform Support for learning and career development Hybrid working options available Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility Equity, diversity and inclusion are central to life at Hyde. We're committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to be themselves. Our aim is to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve, ensuring that different perspectives are represented in decision-making, service delivery, and the way we shape our organisation. By fostering an environment where all voices are heard and valued, we can better understand the needs of our communities and deliver services that are fair, accessible and impactful. As a Disability Confident Employer, we're committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond. We reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is identified.

Lettings Manager Build to Rent Stoke-on-Trent Up to £38,000 (DOE) + bonus + benefits + generous holiday entitlement We re working with a growing Build to Rent operator to recruit a Lettings Manager for a high-profile residential development in Stoke-on-Trent. The scheme comprises 150+ modern apartments within a vibrant mixed-use neighbourhood, including cafés, bars, restaurants and a landscaped public square designed for community events and socialising. With the development now nearing full occupancy following its 2025 launch, this role will focus on driving leasing performance, leading the on-site team and delivering an exceptional resident experience. The Role Reporting into senior management, you will oversee the day-to-day operations and commercial performance of the building. Key responsibilities include: Leading the on-site leasing function to achieve occupancy and revenue targets Managing the end-to-end resident journey, from enquiry through to move-in Overseeing property operations, maintenance programmes and compliance Building relationships with local agents and supporting marketing initiatives Creating resident engagement strategies and community events Managing and developing the on-site team Supporting budgeting, reporting and overall asset performance About You: We re looking for a driven property professional with: 5+ years experience within residential property, leasing or property management A proven track record of achieving leasing targets Experience managing teams and on-site operations Strong communication and customer service skills A proactive, hands-on approach Experience within Build to Rent, residential leasing or hospitality-led environments would be advantageous. The Opportunity: This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing operator with an expanding UK portfolio, offering excellent long-term career progression. Hesketh James is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all applicants regardless of identity, personal characteristics, or background.

We are exclusively supporting a client within the property services sector to recruit for a Head of Operations for one of their key divisions. The position will form an integral link between the business and its clients, ensuring a seamless service is provided. You will have control over a range of internal personnel and the divisional P&L. The business has seen excellent growth recently and this is set to continue as they have brought in new key personnel across the management team within the last 18 months. This recruit is the next senior hire within the company to help support that growth long term. Key responsibilities Operational Leadership & Service Delivery: • Provide senior leadership across all divisional operations • Ensure all works are delivered to agreed SLAs, KPIs, contractual commitments, and quality standards. • Own end-to-end contract mobilisation, from point of sale through to operational go-live. • Implement and maintain consistent quality assurance processes. • Conduct regular operational reviews to identify service risks, trends, and improvement opportunities. Partner Procurement & Management: • Procure, appoint, and manage all third-party partners. • Negotiate commercial terms, rate cards, SLAs, and contractual frameworks. • Maintain and manage an approved partner network with defined performance standards. • Monitor partner quality, compliance, utilisation, and cost effectiveness. Commercial & Financial Accountability: • Hold full ownership of the Divisions P&L, ensuring cost control, margin protection, and profitability. • Manage operational costings, procurement spend, subcontractor costs, fleet costs, and stock investment. • Produce accurate forecasts, budgets, and performance reports for senior leadership. • Protect cashflow by ensuring timely project completions, billing triggers, equipment recovery, and asset control. Sales Enablement & Stock Prioritisation: • Work closely with the National Sales Manager to align operational capability with sales strategy and pipeline. • Ensure in-house stock is actively prioritised and pushed to market. • Ensure sales teams are fully briefed on available equipment, priority products, margin drivers, and delivery constraints. • Provide technical and operational input to bids, tenders, pricing models, and client proposals. • Support key client meetings and presentations where operational expertise is required. Warehouse, Stock & Asset Management: • Take full accountability for warehouse operations, logistics, and asset management. • Maintain accurate asset registers and stock control systems across all security equipment. • Conduct regular stocktakes, audits, and reconciliation exercises. • Manage equipment lifecycle planning, including servicing, testing, repairs, refurbishment, and replacement. • Ensure fleet vehicles are compliant, serviced, and fit for purpose. • Minimise equipment loss, downtime, and inefficiency to protect revenue and margin. Compliance, ISO & Governance: • Own and manage all relevant ISO accreditations. • Lead internal audits and manage external accreditation and surveillance audits. • Ensure full compliance with UK legislation and industry standards. • Maintain ownership of registrations with relevant bodies. • Maintain a divisional risk register, identifying operational, financial, compliance, and reputational risks. Health & Safety Leadership: • Act as the senior operational lead for Health & Safety across the division. • Investigate incidents, near misses, and non-conformances, implementing corrective actions. • Promote a strong safety-first culture across employees and partners. Process Improvement, Systems & Innovation: • Continuously review and improve operational processes to drive efficiency, scalability, and quality. • Ensure accurate and timely use of CRM and operational systems (including Salesforce). • Identify and introduce new technologies and innovations to maintain market competitiveness. Customer, Brand & Stakeholder Management: • Act as a senior, professional, client-facing representative. • Conduct regular service delivery reviews with customers, ensuring expectations are met or exceeded. • Manage escalations and resolve service delivery issues professionally and effectively. • Ensure operational delivery aligns with brand values and group standards. Leadership & People Development: • Lead, manage, and develop a range of internal staff • Conduct regular one-to-one meetings, performance reviews, and development planning. • Identify training needs and ensure consistent delivery of product, process, and compliance training. • Build a high-performance, accountable, and customer-focused culture. If you are interested in this position please apply immediately to be considered and we are only able to respond to successful applicants due to high levels of responses across our advertised positions.

Yopa's purpose is to become the Estate Agent of choice by proudly and sustainably delivering for our customers, our local communities, and each other. We pride ourselves on offering a bespoke, high-end experience, enhanced by our innovative, market-leading technology that empowers customers to track every step of their property journey in real time. Our service is further enriched by the expertise of our professional, dedicated local estate agents. At Yopa, we believe that our success is built on the foundation of our culture and underpinned by our shared company values: Care deeply, do the right thing, execute with excellence and be frank and fearless. Data and security are paramount and it's our mission to provide a safe and engaging environment for our customers. You will support the business to deliver compliance across all areas of the business but primarily focused on Knowing Your Client, Anti-Money Laundering, GDPR and Privacy. You will have the appreciation of current and pending regulatory requirements and can align this to effective systems and controls. You will challenge the way things are done and influence management to drive positive change ensuring that as a business we are doing the right thing. You'll use your positive attitude and exceptional attention to detail, professional work ethic and people skills to thoroughly investigate and feedback to teams and senior management. Our hybrid Estate Agency business is growing quickly, so in order to meet the demands of this fast-paced environment you'll need a solid awareness of compliance, fraud or risk processes to make you successful in this role. A background in supporting and developing teams in the Estate Agency or Online Property sectors is hugely beneficial to truly understand this exciting role. The Responsibilities & Duties Report to the Compliance Manager An understanding of Subject Access Request and Personal Data Understand Anti-Money Laundering legislation and why we must apply this to our Estate Agency business. Understand our internal processes, the responsibilities of the Local Yopa Agents, Associate Agents, your responsibilities, the SLAs and measures controlling the process. Ensure a Title Document Check is completed on all Sale Properties and you Know Your Client. Ensuring all Sellers and Buyers' identity certificate and address verification checks are completed, including beneficial owners within the timeframes set out in our internal procedures. Ensuring that all electronic AML checks have been conducted on all clients and where PEPs/Sanctions have been alerted appropriate enhanced due diligence checks have been completed and are satisfied. Ensure that a property has a valid EPC within the 28 days of marketing timeframe Put on "hold" or "terminate" non-compliant transactions, in-line with company policy. Follow up incomplete checks within SLA to ensure the business can continue to trade. Ensure the CRM systems are updated with adequate audit notes to include risk assessments. Correspond with the Local Property Agent through telephone and email to provide guidance and support on what is required to satisfy Know Your Client and AML Checks. Report any suspicious activity or transaction to the MLRO. You will be trained in other aspects of the business to support other departments in line with the business need. Skills and Experience Required You have great written and oral communication skills and the ability to influence. Ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure, effectively. An understanding of the UK Property industry standards and regulations. Demonstrable experience of problem solving and root cause identification skills. The job holder will often have to make decisions on the information available, which is not always black and white. An ability to analyse and interpret information thoroughly and efficiently. Project and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently. What's On Offer Annual salary circa £25.5k DoE Participation into Company Short-Term Incentive Plan Dedicated training and development Service discounts - for you your family and friends! Sickness & mental health support - to provide you with peace of mind Refer-a-friend bonus scheme - if you recommend us as a place to work Hybrid working - to support flexibility Wellbeing discounts - across food, retail and travel Generous holiday allowance - to switch off and relax Company socials - to get away from the everyday and celebrate our successes If you possess the necessary skills and experience for this role and are excited to join a dynamic and customer-focused team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you believe you are a strong fit for this position.

An exciting opportunity has now arisen for a Contract Manager to join our Hard Facilities Management team. This team delivers planned, preventative and responsive building repairs. The role is based in Sidcup and is responsible for our flagship NHS Acute Hospital contract. Rydon Maintenance is an expanding division of the Rydon Group and is successfully providing hard facilities management services to a variety of clients, predominantly within the healthcare sector. Rydon Maintenance provides hard FM (facilities management) services across England for a growing number of NHS Trusts. We look after more than 250 buildings on behalf of 20 NHS Trusts on a planned, responsive repairs and small works projects basis. We provide maintenance services to hospitals, ambulance trusts, primary care trusts as well as mental health trusts. Job Purpose The successful candidate will take responsibility for the delivery of Hard FM Services including health, safety, quality and performance across a portfolio of healthcare sites. These sites include a mixture of community health and PFI health care facility centres. You will be the senior point of contact for all operational issues to ensure the delivery of an effective hard facilities maintenance service in line with contractual obligations and budgetary constraints. Managing a skilled Engineering team delivering planned and reactive maintenance you will ensure contract compliance with all statutory regulations, current legislation and local codes of practice and policies across the sites. Specific key duties include: Ensuring that we deliver an outstanding maintenance and repairs service by providing excellent team leadership, long term planning of resources and delivering continuous improvements to the services/operations we provide. Ensure contractual commitments are met in accordance with KPI s/SLA s Managing these contracts on a day to day basis you will use your influence and impact to maximise financial profit levels and effectively manage risk while meeting or exceeding contractual key performance indicators. You will have responsibility for daily, weekly, monthly and annual planning and attending client contract monitoring meetings ensuring that all supporting documentation are available to demonstrate service delivery performance. You will build a balanced well performing team around you with a constant eye on succession planning. You will ensure your team understands what their job entails and that they carry out their job to a consistently high level by setting and driving stretching targets whilst ensuring our Company and Clients Policies and Procedures are adhered to. Identify and mitigate risk in all areas of contract and operational performance. Control and monitor the performance of the specialist service providers and any sub contractors through chairing regular review meetings when nominated in accordance with the annual programme. What we can offer you: A competitive starting salary. A car allowance of £5,472 per annum. 25 days holiday with the ability to increase up to 30 days. Pension Scheme: 4% contributory. Eyecare vouchers and free flu Vaccinations Health Cash Plan: helping you spread the cost of essential healthcare 24/7 EAP Service: free advice, counselling and support for you and your family whenever you need it. Wellbeing and mental health champions readily available at work. Access to an employee discount scheme which includes a wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, lifestyle goods and services. Flexible benefits for you to choose from including Private Medical, Critical Illness, DenPlan and Cycle to work schemes. Employee Referral Scheme: recommend a personal connection to us and claim a cash reward for their successful hire. Opportunities for you to progress your career across the business. This is an excellent opportunity with onward development for you and the team you lead Experience Required The preferred candidate will be an experienced Contract / Facilities Manager with experience ideally gained with a contractor providing maintenance services within a healthcare environment. Experience of PFI contracts would also be an advantage. Candidates with experience of managing contracts gained within a different sector will also be considered. You will also have excellent previous experience of leading teams that manage directly employed and subcontracted trades with up to date knowledge within health and safety. You will have strong financial acumen, using your expertise to ensure that the financial interests of both Rydon and our Clients are managed throughout the life of the contract. You will also demonstrate excellent long-term planning/strategic thinking in order to recommend and implement continuous improvements to benefit our client and Rydon. If you have the above skills and experience we would strongly encourage you to apply. Additional Information As a well established, progressive company we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals by offering an excellent benefits package that includes a wide range of core and voluntary benefits. Rydon is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in employment. Successful candidates will be selected solely on their ability to carry out the duties of the post. To apply online, please use the 'apply for this job link' at the top of this page to be redirected to our dedicated careers page to complete your application.