At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage leasehold properties and provide top-notch customer service while ensuring compliance.
- Company: Respected Housing Association in Greater Manchester with a supportive team.
- Benefits: Weekly pay, competitive hourly rate, and potential for contract extension.
- Other info: Flexible contract work with dedicated support throughout your assignment.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in housing management with immediate start opportunities.
- Qualifications: Experience in property management and strong customer service skills required.
The predicted salary is between 20 - 25 £ per hour.
We're working with a well-established Housing Association in Greater Manchester seeking an experienced professional to join their Leasehold & Private Rent team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity to secure an immediate start, benefit from weekly pay, gain experience with a respected housing provider and enjoy the flexibility of contract work, with the potential for extension.
You'll be responsible for managing a portfolio of leasehold and private rented properties, ensuring excellent customer service while maintaining compliance with leasehold legislation, service charge requirements and property management standards.
Key responsibilities of a Leasehold Officer include:
- Managing leasehold and private rented schemes and providing a high-quality customer-focused service.
- Setting and monitoring service charge budgets and managing expenditure.
- Leading on Section 20 consultation processes.
- Managing repairs, insurance claims and sinking funds.
- Conducting regular scheme, health & safety and property inspections.
- Managing void properties, coordinating lettings agents and overseeing void works.
- Managing tenancy matters, repairs and contractor performance.
- Producing accurate reports and maintaining housing management systems.
- Processing Right to Buy, Right to Acquire, lease extensions, staircasing and assignments.
- Liaising with solicitors, contractors, internal departments and external stakeholders.
- Ensuring compliance with legislation, financial regulations and organisational policies.
We're looking for someone who has:
- Previous experience within a Leasehold Officer, Property Manager, Housing Officer or Neighbourhood Officer role.
- Experience managing leasehold properties, service charges and Section 20 consultations.
- Knowledge of Right to Buy, Right to Acquire or Shared Ownership processes.
- Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience managing contractors, repairs and property inspections.
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
- A full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle for business use.
Why Apply?
- Weekly pay.
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Dedicated recruitment consultant throughout your assignment.
- Opportunity to work with a respected Housing Association.
- Immediate start available.
- Potential for contract extension.
- Valuable experience within a busy and supportive housing team.
If you're an experienced housing professional looking for your next temporary opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for more information.
