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 or