Housing adviser jobs in Liverpool

JOB VACANCY Senior Housing Manager CONTRACT TYPE Permanent HOURS 9am to 5pm (with a 30-minute unpaid break) 37.5 hrs per week PLACE OF WORK 59 Windsor Road, Tuebrook, Liverpool L13 8BA (Home-working opportunities will occasionally be provided based on business needs) SALARY £38,700.00 per annum £19.85 per hour We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled and experienced Senior Property Manager (SOC: 1251). The ideal candidate will be the driving force behind the success, stability and execution of our growing property portfolio. You will be responsible for overseeing our lettings department and managing our growing portfolio of rental properties, HMOs and property development projects. Your role is crucial in ensuring a positive experience for both landlords and tenants, contractors and client, in sales, purchases, rentals or leasing of properties. A creative, pragmatic and imaginative and forward-thinking persona will be expected. Building a solid and dependable team requires clarity of vision and planning, therefore, your organisation skills coupled with the ability to remain calm, collected, and methodical whilst having a clear overall picture of projects will be required. We will help and encourage you to confidently grow within your role within the company as our goal is expansion. Joining us at the beginning of our rapid expansion trajectory, is a great opportunity to pioneer our growth with us. Your great level of attention to detail for all health & safety, landlord and tenant laws, understanding of conveyancing and project management, risk assessment and many other qualities will be part of the great Housing & Property Manager you are. Though this role is a 9 am to 5pm role, work patterns may vary, and this will largely be determined by the nature of project being undertaken. The ideal candidate must be flexible and adaptable. Key Responsibilities ● Steering property development projects from inception to handover and completion whilst liaising with other Bond Property Solutions team members in improving the management processes and structures. ● Ensuring excellent property management by complying with company policies, procedures, and all regulatory requirements. ● Setting clear goals and objectives for the team and monitoring progress towards achieving them. ● Providing ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance the skills and capabilities of team members. ● Managing, scheduling and facilitating in viewings, inspections, and check-outs, and being the senior point of contact for all landlords, tenants, and contractors. ● Preparing and presenting Directors Reports. ● You will monitor the progress of our property developments, report and report remedial actions to management, effectively manage the budget and all costs within budget estimates coupled with compliance with best practice and meeting the specified quality and standards. ● Your duties will include the preparation of progress reports and brief the management team. ● You will monitor and update project financial forecasts and cash flows, and chair meetings with design teams and cost consultants. ● You will occasionally report to the director as required and conduct regular strategic planning and forecast in addition to assembling information. ● You will also be able to manage and coordinate our property portfolio and ensure strict adherence to health and safety. ● You will, jointly with the Director/HR Manager, be responsible for temporarily hiring, inducting, and supervising staff. ● You will manage the general upkeep, maintenance and security of the property portfolio and advise on energy efficiency; ● You will assess and discuss client requirements and may advise them on the purchase of property and land for investment and other purposes; ● You will arrange for structural surveys and evaluation of our property portfolio; ● You will negotiate land or property purchases and sales, leases and tenancy agreements and arrange all the legal formalities with solicitors, building societies and other stakeholders; ● You will oversee the management of accounts and produce financial forecasts; ● You will play a crucial role in handling and settling landlord and tenant disputes ensuring that both fulfil their legal obligations; ● You will examine and assesses housing applications, advise on rent levels, investigate complaints and liaise with tenant associations and social workers to resolve any family disputes where necessary. Skills and Qualifications: ● A good academic background is essential. Therefore, you must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Real Estate and Urban planning (1st class Hons) or equivalent, be RICS qualified and have a Masters Degree in project management or equivalent. ● A minimum of 5 years in senior property and housing management experience is a requirement. ● A full understanding of project delivery, budgeting, planning in both residential and commercial settings. ● Strong communication and interpersonal skills ● A dynamic individual with a pro-active approach and excellent problem-solving skills. ● A hands-on approach and a willingness to work with and alongside the team. ● A proven ability to lead and build strong relationships with internal and external teams. ● An effective team leader and team player with the ability to work autonomously and work under own initiative. ● Excellent design skills and high proficiency at understanding building regulations. ● Willingness to undergo of and on-the-job training. ● Good interpersonal skills and eloquence in English. Those requiring sponsorship, will need to meet the Home Office approved English standards such as the B1 English test. ● DBS Clearance ● Passport/ID ● Right to work ● The closing date for applications is 16 June 2024 Benefits: ● Competent salary £38,700.00 per annum (£19.85 per hour) ● Auto pension enrolment with NEST ● Bonus Scheme and occasional home-working opportunities depending on business needs. ● Great opportunities to progress within a growing company. ● 28 days annual leave on a pro-rata basis We look forward to hearing from you.