Catch 22 are working with a large independent property management organisation, who are seeking an experienced and strategic Associate Property Director.

This is a 1 year maternity contract overseeing a portfolio of commercial properties across Manchester with a January start date.

This role is key to ensuring compliance, managing service charge budgets, and implementing strategies that drive high-quality facilities management across a diverse portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead hard and soft facilities services across multiple sites, ensuring consistent standards and regulatory compliance.
Develop and execute strategies to improve service delivery, enhance cost-efficiency, and align with corporate goals.
Oversee service charge budgets, carefully monitoring expenditure and managing variances to ensure financial accuracy.
Conduct regular site visits and manage a facilities team, providing guidance through appraisals and one-to-one support.
Collaborate with suppliers to assess performance, focusing on compliance with contracts and health and safety standards.
Drive the implementation of health, safety, and environmental protocols across all managed sites.
Act as the primary escalation contact for tenants and facilities staff, ensuring swift resolution of issues.
Candidate Requirements:

4+ years in Facilities Management with multi-site oversight, including strategic planning and budget management.
NEBOSH General Certificate (essential), IWFM or IOSH membership (preferred).
Strong contract management skills, with a track record of managing service charge budgets and ensuring compliance.
Proven ability to implement FM strategies across diverse properties and to lead teams effectively.
Confident, self-motivated leader with excellent organisational and communication skills.
This role is paying an annual salary of around £60,000 + car allowance with a January start date. If you are a dedicated and experienced facilities management professional, apply now or get in touch with Laura on (phone number removed) or (url removed)