The role
Responsible for managing the delivery of an effective and compliant facilities management service through in-house staff, suppliers and consultants, primarily focussed on soft services, occupier engagement and customer experience, within a single complex building.
Responsibilities
• Prepare, monitor and reconcile service charge budgets
• Check and approve expenditure against service charge budgets
• Provide best in class customer service to internal and external customer base
• Maintain regular and effective communication with clients and tenants
• Manage site-based staff, ensuring all people related policies and procedures are followed
• Maintain regular and effective communication with internal colleagues in Property Management, support functions and the wider Real Estate business
• Monitor works conducted/service provided by suppliers
• Audit and inspect supplier delivery
• Measure and report supplier performance against agreed SLAs
• Manage suppliers to ensure effective, safe and compliant delivery of all M&E related services, including life safety systems, vertical transportation equipment and public health systems
• Work effectively with a range of specialist consultants to deliver agreed outcomes
• Procure goods and services, following procedures and policies
• Develop, agree and manage capital replacement programmes
• Prepare management reports for a variety of stakeholders and attend/chair management meetings as required
• Undertake regular building inspections, complete reports and initiate/progress any required works
• Ensure compliance with all current statutory legislation in respect of health and safety and the environment
• Manage local environmental activities to meet statutory obligations
• Ensure compliance with all internal procedures and policies – e.g. Procurement, Finance, Compliance, HR
• Ensure security and emergency procedures are robust and always adhered to, taking an active role in the event of emergency situations
• CX Lead with annual event planning and delivery of the social value engagement plan
• CX Lead in delivering an effective comms plan related to operations and project works
• CX Lead with reporting and budget management
• Act as deputy to the Building Manager, assuming day-to-day leadership during periods of absence to ensure effective management of the building
Person specification
Qualifications/Key Skills
• Degree or equivalent or by experience
• Membership or Associate Membership of IWFM or RICS
• National General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health – accredited by NEBOSH
Experience
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Understanding of commercial leases and the landlord and tenant relationship
• Good understanding of service charge budgets and accounting principles
• Management of in-house and supplier staff
• Management of supplier relationships
• Good health and safety and environmental knowledge
• Good mechanical and electrical services knowledge
• Previous experience of planning and executing occupier engagement strategy and events programmes
• Excellent English language skills – both written and spoken
• IT literate – MS Office at intermediate level and other relevant software (e.g. Meridian, Proactis, Snapshot, Tramps) at a level to undertake the role satisfactorily
• Experience of managing single-site environments
• Experience of managing a single-site environment in excess of 100,000 square feet and/or service charge budgets in excess of £1m
We are proud to offer award-winning benefits to support and reward our employees:
- Health & Leisure: Private medical cover, 25 days annual leave + public holidays (the option of purchasing up to 5 additional days via flex benefits), health screening, gym discounts, wellbeing support, volunteering opportunities, cycle to work scheme, eye care voucher, travel & retail discounts, travel insurance, concierge service, kids pass, open fairways golf card, great company culture and social events (including sports teams, charity events, art pass), perks at work
- Financial: Pension, life assurance at 8 x basic salary, group income protection (long term disability insurance), interest free season ticket loan, bonus scheme – you will be eligible to participate in the Company’s Bonus Scheme, share incentive plan, financial and mortgage advice
BNP Paribas Real Estate is committed to providing a work environment that fosters diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity without regard to race, colour, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.
The Role:
We are looking for a Rural Valuer to join the Strutt & Parker Oxford team to co-ordinate all valuations within the area. You will lead other valuers and provide professional guidance and support to them as well being responsible for delivery of your own valuation work steam
Requirements:
• Undertaking valuations for a range of purposes including loan security, tax, inheritance and estate planning (rural, residential and development/planning appraisal)
• High quality reporting
• Management of major valuation portals
Key Skills
• Reliable, friendly, approachable and supportive, able to inspire others, to coach and develop people’s skills
• Entrepreneurial, analytical, dynamic and able to apply professional and commercial judgement to deliver results
• Competent and experienced RICS qualified rural surveyor with experience of delivering work across a range of projects
• Capable of building relationships with existing and new clients and generating new opportunities
• Possess a composed manner in order to be able to work under pressure
• Good time management and ability to prioritise workloads
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills – must be capable of building and maintaining good relationships with team members, other colleagues and clients
• Confident manner with clients and the team
• Flexible approach to work and hours undertaken
• An understanding of confidentiality issues and the use of discretion
• Develop new business
• Ability to network, influence, negotiate
Qualifications:
• RICS Registered Valuer
• FAAV qualified an advantage
• RICS Expert witness an advantage
Experience
• 5+ years’ experience in agricultural and rural residential valuations
• Proficient in the use of Word, Excel and mapping software
- Heath & Leisure: Private medical cover, 27 days annual leave + public holidays (the option of purchasing up to 5 additional days via flex benefits), health screening, gym discounts, wellbeing support, volunteering opportunities, cycle to work scheme, eye care voucher, travel & retail discounts, travel insurance, concierge service, kids pass, open fairways golf card, great company culture and social events (including sports teams, charity events, art pass), perks at work
- Financial: Pension, company car allowance, life assurance at 8 x basic salary, group income protection, long term disability insurance, interest free season ticket loan, bonus scheme – you will be eligible to participate in the Company’s Bonus Scheme, share incentive plan, financial and mortgage advice
Job Title: Compliance Manager, Compliance Advisory
Business Unit & Team: General Secretary – UK Compliance
Reporting to: Senior Compliance Manager
Location: London
BNP Paribas Asset Management (BNPP AM) is the asset management division of BNP Paribas Group. As of July 1, 2025, AXA Investment Managers’ (AXA IM) activities have been fully integrated into BNPP AM, creating a unified and strengthened global platform.
BNPP AM is a leading global asset manager, leveraging the Group’s scale, stability, and expertise. We serve a diverse client base, including institutional investors, corporations, distribution partners, and retail clients worldwide. Our investment capabilities cover a broad range of asset classes, from traditional strategies like equities, fixed income, and multi-assets to alternatives such as real estate, infrastructure, private debt, and private equity. This allows us to tailor solutions to meet client objectives.
With AXA IM’s integration, BNPP AM now ranks among Europe’s top asset managers, managing approximately €1.6 trillion in assets, with a focus on long-term savings and alternative strategies.
Sustainability is central to our approach. We prioritize ESG and responsible investing to deliver sustainable, long-term performance while supporting environmental, social, and economic transitions. Adopting a pragmatic, long-term perspective, we aim to generate durable value for clients, employees, and the economy, backed by strong risk management and responsible finance principles.
All figures are sourced from publicly available data as of September 2025
Job Purpose:
To act as the UK Compliance Advisory specialist within the firms regulated entities with a focus on our Alternatives and Prime platform.
Your daily responsibilities:
- Identify regulatory changes impacting each expertise, effectively communicate these to the business, work collaboratively with the business on impact assessments, gap analysis and implementation of the requirements.
- Provision of accurate and timely advice and training to the UK regulated entities to facilitate their adherence to UK Compliance policies and Global policies, focusing particularly on the front office investment management activities of each expertise.
- Ensure that the conflict of interest register is maintained for these expertise, potential and actual conflicts are discussed with the business prior to new activity commencing and conflicts are assessed on a continued basis.
- Represent compliance on projects, review of new business initiatives and organisational changes.
- Regularly attend and input into expertise 1st line control committees and investment committees.
- Preparation and completion of client reporting and regulatory reporting including filing a Form ADV with the SEC as AXA IM UK is registered with the SEC as an exempt reporting adviser.
- Assist the Senior Compliance Advisory Manager in leading the day-to-day activities of the Compliance Advisory Team including monitoring the advisory inbox, required sign-offs and approvals and in the absence of the Senior Compliance Manager participate in relevant governance committee meetings.
- Assist and support the Senior Compliance Advisory manager in the maintenance, ongoing effectiveness and implementation of all compliance policies and procedures owned by the Compliance Advisory team.
- Assist the Senior Compliance Advisory Manager in providing updates, assessments and escalation of issues as required to the UK Head of Compliance.
We welcome different combinations of skills, qualifications & experience:
- Relevant professional qualification would be preferable but not essential.
- Previous Asset management experience largely gained in a Compliance function, in an investment management environment with exposure and familiarity in managing related retail and institutional compliance issues.
- Experience and knowledge of private markets business including Real estate, alternative credit, private equity/debt, infrastructure equity/debt and hedge funds.
Your knowledge and skills:
- Thorough understanding of the Investment Management business servicing both institutional and retail clients with a particular focus on alternative investments.
- Technical regulatory expert (with previous experience of private market regulation)
- The ability to build business relationships with senior stakeholders.
- Effectively work with and challenge the business where required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all areas of the business.
- Excellent problem-solving skills taking a collegial and collaborative approach.
We would love to know more about you. Let’s connect! Send us your resume.
Motor Operations Vehicle Specialist
Location: Solihull; a flexible hybrid working model which supports you as well as enabling you to work collaboratively with your colleagues
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About Us
At BNP Paribas Personal Finance, we’re part of a global banking group with a simple mission: to provide straightforward consumer finance solutions that help customers make responsible financial decisions. We partner with leading UK retailers and brands to support their customers finance purchases responsibly.
The Role
We’re looking for a detail-oriented Motor Operations Vehicle Specialist to support the management of our vehicle assets throughout their lifecycle. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external suppliers to coordinate end-of-contract activity, maintain accurate operational data and help deliver efficient processes that support fair customer outcomes and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate vehicle movements and end-of-contract activities, ensuring accurate tracking and timely progression through the asset lifecycle.
- Produce and maintain high-quality management information, identifying trends, resolving exceptions and supporting operational decision-making.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient service delivery and operational performance.
- Maintain accurate records and operational controls to support governance, audit requirements and regulatory compliance.
- Identify process improvements and support the implementation of changes that enhance efficiency and customer outcomes.
- Escalate operational risks or issues promptly, helping to ensure customers receive a seamless and compliant experience.
Skills & Attributes
- Experience within motor operations, vehicle logistics, asset management or a similar operational environment.
- Strong analytical skills with confidence using Excel and management information to monitor performance and resolve issues.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to work collaboratively across teams and with external suppliers.
- Understanding of vehicle lifecycle processes, operational controls and data governance.
- A proactive, quality-focused approach with strong attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement.
What’s in it for you
As a Top Employer UK, we offer a supportive, inclusive environment and a flexible benefits package that you can tailor to your lifestyle. Highlights include:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive package, contributory pension, and health cash plan.
- Opportunity to buy/sell holiday giving you even more control over your work-life balance.
- Flexible benefits including private medical insurance and lifestyle discounts.
- A culture that values collaboration, development and wellbeing.
- Hybrid working with excellent learning and development opportunities to support your career.
Could this be you?
Making a positive impact is at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for people who live by our values, who are Positive, Brave and Own It.
Don’t let confidence hold you back. You don’t need to meet every requirement—if you have around 75% of the skills and the right attitude, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to join a team that makes a real impact.
Learn more about careers with us: https://www.bnpparibas-pf.co.uk/careers
Your Application Journey
- Call with our Talent Acquisition team
- Informal chat with the Hiring Manager
- Competency-based interview (60–90 minutes)
We aim to complete the process within 3–4 weeks, depending on availability. If you’re not shortlisted, we’ll still let you know the outcome. Please note that this role may close early once we have enough suitable applicants, so apply soon.
Equal Opportunities
We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace and ensuring equal opportunities for all, regardless of age, disability, gender, identity, race, religion, sexual orientation or background.
Early Careers at Strutt & Parker Rural
Our Vision at Strutt & Parker is to be the undisputed leader in rural consultancy. We deliver outstanding service and drive innovation in every client interaction. Our commitment to excellence begins with our Early Talent Programme, designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds to build a rewarding career in the rural sector.
Representing both private and institutional landowners across the United Kingdom, Strutt & Parker offers a unique vantage point of the rural economy. You will have the opportunity to experience a variety of Rural disciplines, and you will work with industry experts who are dedicated to support your professional growth and development. You will gain invaluable exposure to colleagues across Strutt & Parker and BNP Paribas Group as you progress in your career and work towards your chosen professional qualification.
What can you expect
• Fully funded professional qualifications and training.
• Access to a dedicated and supportive colleague network to guide your learning and development.
• Exciting and diverse career opportunities to enable you to reach your potential as a Rural Surveyor.
• Hands on experience and responsibilities in your day to day role.
• Engagement through internal events, Annual Early Talent Day and the Early Careers Forum.
• A blend of internal technical training and external professional courses.
What we are looking for
• A genuine enthusiasm for the rural industry and the challenges of modern land management.
• An inquisitive mind with a drive for personal growth and a “can-do” attitude.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with diverse clients and colleague.
• A degree in a relevant field (e.g., Agriculture, Land Management, Geography, Law).
We are proud to offer award-winning benefits to support and reward our employees:
• Health & Leisure: Health Cash Plan,, 25 days annual leave + public holidays (the option of purchasing up to 5 additional days via flex benefits), health screening, gym discounts, wellbeing support, volunteering opportunities, cycle to work scheme, eye care voucher, travel & retail discounts, travel insurance, concierge service, kids pass, open fairways golf card, great company culture and social events (including sports teams, charity events, art pass), perks at work
• Financial: Pension, life assurance at 8 x basic salary, group income protection (long term disability insurance), interest free season ticket loan, bonus scheme – you will be eligible to participate in the Company’s Bonus Scheme, share incentive plan, financial and mortgage advice
Strutt and Parker is committed to providing a work environment that fosters diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity without regard to race, colour, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.
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Account Manager
Swindon – Hybrid – Permanent – Full-Time
We’re Arval BNP Paribas – we’re a global leader in vehicle leasing and the fourth largest leasing company in the UK. Our passion for Service, Sustainability and Solutions is brought to life by each and every one of our people – who we call Journey Makers.
Culturally, we’re a friendly bunch – more human than corporate – and we serve a diverse customer base. From families choosing their first electric vehicle, to global brands seeking to switch their fleets to electric vehicles – whatever our customers’ mobility needs, we have a solution to offer.
Why join Arval?
In addition to the benefits and opportunities that come with being part of a progressive global banking group, we have a supportive and collaborative culture where wellbeing and work-life balance are taken seriously. Which is why we recently won the title of Employer of the Year in the South West Business of the Year Awards.
About the role
An exciting opportunity to join an established team within part of our Mid Market Account management team, you will be responsible for supporting the provision of company cars and light commercial vehicles to our Mid Market corporate customers.
This fast paced and dynamic role ensures that our customers receive expert knowledge and advice on all aspects of managing and maintaining their fleet of vehicles. This role also offers opportunity to upskill internally whilst learning about the different sales channels we have on offer at Arval.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Responsible for your own portfolio of customers
- Offering and delivering top quality customer service
- Building a solution and problem solving to deliver the best possible service to our customers
- Helping customers to decide on vehicle choice, delivering competitive pricing with required lead times.
What we’re looking for
We are looking for an outstanding account manager. You will have an excellent telephone manner and will be used to working in a fast-paced environment. Used to taking ownership of all that comes your way whilst demonstrating complete professionalism and tact that comes naturally to you.
You’ll also be able to demonstrate:
- Confident communicator (verbal & written)
- Uncompromising customer focus
- Professional but personal people skills
- Outstanding ownership & problem-solving ability
The package
We offer a basic starting salary of up to £28,500 plus a core commission element of £4,000. On top of this figure, over-performance can result in an additional £3,000 commission payment.
We also provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Private medical cover, including a digital GP service
- Company pension
- Discounts on our products and services and discounts in many high street brands
- 2 paid volunteering days every year
- Free on-site gym
- Subsidised restaurant serving chef-prepared breakfast and lunch, plus discounted Costa Coffee
Ready to make a difference?
Sound interesting? Click to apply and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will review your CV.
We’re passionate about being consciously inclusive employer, with a strong Speak Up culture. We’re also proud to be a Ban the Box employer as part of our commitment to a fair and inclusive society for all.
Interview process
- Telephone screening with a member of our Talent Acquisition team
- Competency based on-site interview with the hiring panel
If you’re not shortlisted, we’ll still let you know the outcome of your application.
What are you waiting for? Apply today and we’ll be in touch.
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The role
Responsible for managing the delivery of an effective and compliant facilities management service through in-house staff, suppliers and consultants, across hard and soft services, across a regional portfolio of properties
Responsibilities
• Prepare, monitor and reconcile service charge budgets
• Check and approve expenditure against service charge budgets
• Provide best in class customer service to internal and external customer base
• Maintain regular and effective communication with clients and tenants
• Manage site based staff, ensuring all people related policies and procedures are followed
• Maintain regular and effective communication with internal colleagues in Property Management, support functions and the wider Real Estate business
• Monitor works conducted/service provided by suppliers
• Audit and inspect supplier delivery
• Measure and report supplier performance against agreed SLAs
• Manage suppliers to ensure effective, safe and compliant delivery of all M&E related services, including, life safety systems, vertical transportation equipment and public health systems
• Work effectively with a range of specialist consultants to deliver agreed outcomes
• Procure goods and services, following procedures and policies
• Develop, agree and manage capital replacement programmes
• Prepare management reports for a variety of stakeholders and attend/chair management meetings as required
• Undertake regular building inspections, complete reports and initiate/progress any required works
• Ensure compliance with all current statutory legislation in respect of health and safety and the environment
• Manage local environmental activities in order to meet statutory obligations and achieve/retain industry standards e.g. ISO14001 working with sustainability team
• Ensure compliance with all internal procedures and policies – e.g. Procurement, Finance, Compliance, HR
• Ensure security and emergency procedures are robust and adhered to at all times, taking an active role in the event of emergency situations
Person specification
Qualifications/Key Skills
• Degree or equivalent
• Membership or Associate Membership of IWFM or RICS
• National General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health – accredited by NEBOSH
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Understanding of commercial leases and the landlord and tenant relationship
• Good understanding of service charge budgets and accounting principles
• Management of in-house and supplier staff
• Management of supplier relationships
• Good health and safety and environmental knowledge
• Good mechanical and electrical services knowledge
• Excellent English language skills – both written and spoken
• IT literate – MS Office at intermediate level and other relevant software (e.g. Vantify Risk Manager, Proactis, Inline & Tramps) at a level to undertake the role satisfactorily
• Experience of managing multi-site environments
• Experience of managing a single-site environment in excess of 100,000 square feet and/or service charge budgets more than £1m
- Heath & Leisure: Private medical cover, 25 days annual leave + public holidays (the option of purchasing up to 5 additional days via flex benefits), health screening, gym discounts, wellbeing support, volunteering opportunities, cycle to work scheme, eye care voucher, travel & retail discounts, travel insurance, concierge service, kids pass, open fairways golf card, great company culture and social events (including sports teams, charity events, art pass), perks at work
- Financial: Pension, life assurance at 8 x basic salary, group income protection (long term disability insurance), interest free season ticket loan, bonus scheme – you will be eligible to participate in the Company’s Bonus Scheme, share incentive plan, financial and mortgage advice
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Job Title: Customer Resolution Professional
Location: Solihull; a flexible hybrid working model which supports you as well as enabling you to work collaboratively with your colleagues
Hours: Full time, Permanent
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The Role:
As a Customer Resolution Professional, you will provide personalised, top-quality support that fits each customer’s unique situation. You’ll stay aligned with key regulations like FCA, DISP, and Consumer Duty standards—always acting with care, professionalism, and attention to detail. It’s about doing right by the customer, following policy, and making every interaction count.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver fair, empathetic solutions and ensure timely resolution of customer issues, meeting all regulatory requirements and providing appropriate redress when needed.
- Achieve “Competent” status through regular case reviews, knowledge assessments, and ongoing professional development as part of the Customer Resolution Training & Competence Scheme.
- Proactively identify and resolve customer issues, contributing to continuous improvement in customer journeys and complaint handling processes.
- Analyse case causes to identify common complaints, offering feedback for corrective action where feasible.
- Manage customer accounts accurately across digital platforms and resolve queries confidently with expert knowledge and excellent communication skills.
- Stay updated on industry developments, collaborate with colleagues, and ensure health and safety standards are met in the workplace.
Skills & Attributes:
- Experience of working in a Complaints environment.
- Conduct Risk & Consumer Duty knowledge.
- Ability to manage difficult and complex customer conversations.
- Experience of Complaint Handling. (Desirable)
- Ability to collaborate with stakeholders & manage workload within a timely manner.
Could this be you?
Making a positive impact is at the heart of everything we do – whether for our colleagues, customers, partners, or the community. We live by our values: We’re positive, we’re brave, and we own it. We believe a positive attitude and a passion for making things happen matter most. Don’t let confidence hold you back – there’s no such thing as a ‘perfect’ candidate. If you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we want to hear from you! Whether you’re considering a career change or exploring a sector jump, we welcome applicants with transferable skills.
Apply now to express your interest and discover how you can make a meaningful contribution to our dynamic team.
Your Application Journey
Our hiring process typically includes the following steps:
- Initial screening with a member of our Talent Acquisition team
- Interview preparation call with the Talent Acquisition team via Teams.
- Competency-based interview (1 hour), F2F with the Hiring team.
We aim to complete the process within 3-4 weeks, though this can vary depending on your availability. If you’re not shortlisted, we’ll still keep you informed of the outcome.
Equal Opportunities Disclaimer
BNP Paribas Personal Finance promotes equality of opportunity and is committed to ensure that no individual is discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
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The role:
An outstanding opportunity has arisen to become a key member of our Rural Land Management and Consultancy team in Newbury
The Rural team undertakes a wide range of rural estate, farm and property management and professional rural advice working closely with colleagues in our residential, farm and estate agency, farming, forestry, natural capital and finance teams.
The role will be primarily focussed on estate and property management.
Job description
• Acting as senior asset manager for key estate management clients, reporting to and working closely with senior colleagues;
• With support from the portfolio administration team, rural building surveying team, farming and environmental specialists, managing a diverse range of rural assets, undertaking rent reviews, lease negotiations, resolving disputes, managing repair, maintenance and improvement programmes and progressing strategic objectives;
• Ensuring achievement of key client deliverables;
• Adherence to internal and client process and compliance standards;
• Seeking opportunities to leverage skill and expertise to develop new business for the wider team.
Responsibilities
• Being a key part of the senior leadership of a high performing team
• Maintaining a strong and prestigious client base
• Seeking opportunities to leverage skill and expertise to develop new business for the wider team.
Key Skill
• Competent and experienced MRICS qualified rural surveyor with experience of delivering work across a range of projects.
• Demonstrate team leadership potential, capable of building relationships with existing and new clients and generating new opportunities.
• Possess a composed manner in order to be able to work under pressure
• Good time management and ability to prioritise workloads
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills – must be capable of building and maintaining good relationships with team members, other colleagues and clients.
• Confident manner with clients and the team
• An understanding of confidentiality issues and the use of discretion
• A commitment to developing junior members of the team and supporting their development and growth
Person specification
Qualifications:
• Relevant undergraduate/postgraduate degree or equivalent
• MRICS qualified – preferably Rural pathway with 5 years PQE
• CAAV/SAAVA membership/qualification an advantage
We are proud to offer award-winning benefits to support and reward our employees:
• Health & Leisure: Private medical cover, 27 days annual leave + public holidays (the option of purchasing up to 5 additional days via flex benefits), health screening, gym discounts, wellbeing support, volunteering opportunities, cycle to work scheme, eye care voucher, travel & retail discounts, travel insurance, concierge service, kids pass, open fairways golf card, great company culture and social events (including sports teams, charity events, art pass), perks at work
• Financial: Pension, company car allowance, life assurance at 8 x basic salary, group income protection (long term disability insurance), interest free season ticket loan, bonus scheme – you will be eligible to participate in the Company’s Bonus Scheme, share incentive plan, financial and mortgage advice
Strutt and Parker is committed to providing a work environment that fosters diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity without regard to race, colour, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.
The role
An Office Manager for our Harpenden Regional Agency team, the candidate will be an excellent team player with solid organisational and communication skills, both verbal and written. They will demonstrate the ability to work under pressure, a willingness to learn and an excellent telephone manner.
The candidate will have previous experience of working in a fast-paced environment and be able to provide a high level of service to clients. Self-motivated with the ability to demonstrate reliability and flexibility is essential, as well as being comfortable and capable of working as part of a team. This is a full-time role (including some Saturdays) which involves supporting the sales team and includes day-to-day contact with our clients and potential buyers.
Responsibilities
• Reception duties, including answering calls, emails and greeting clients
• Process invoices for purchase order numbers on internal software
• Manage the file archive storage and records
• Manage health and safety as well as fire regulations within the office
• Order and upkeep general office supplies and stationery
• IT Super User – responsible for communicating with IT regarding issues/updates
• Work closely with the handy man regarding general property and garden maintenance
• Report any building repairs or faults to the facilities team
• Manage the KYC and anti-money laundering processes as required by the Group, liaising with the internal on-boarding and compliance teams where necessary.
• Assist with invoicing and debt collection ensuring that invoices are paid in a timely manner and debt is kept to a minimum.
• Prepare and display property brochures
• Keep window cards and office systems up-to-date
• Liaise with potential buyers and arranging viewings/managing diaries
• Maintain client files and the Residential client database
• Where required establish and maintain trusted relationships with our clients to facilitate and accelerate the on-boarding processes.
• Implement strategies for continuous improvement of business processes and increased efficiency
• Any other ad-hoc administrative duties as required by the team.
Person specification
Essential experience
• Ideally will have previous experience in a similar role
• Takes a proactive approach to administration, ensuring that where possible, efficiencies in processes are made.
• Good communication skills – both verbal and written
• Prior experience undertaking KYC/AML
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels
• Exceptional organisational and co-ordination skills
• Professional telephone manner
• IT literate, Microsoft Office – Word (Intermediate), Excel (Basic), PowerPoint (Basic), Outlook (Advanced)
• Ability to prioritise and perform under pressure
• Positive attitude, reliable and dependable
• Accurate and exceptional attention to detail.
• Understands and appreciates the importance of using discretion when dealing with sensitive information.
• An interest in working real estate/estate agency environment.
- Heath & Leisure: Health Cash Plan, 25 days annual leave + public holidays (the option of purchasing up to 5 additional days via flex benefits), health screening, gym discounts, wellbeing support, volunteering opportunities, cycle to work scheme, eye care voucher, travel & retail discounts, travel insurance, concierge service, kids pass, open fairways golf card, great company culture and social events (including sports teams, charity events, art pass), perks at work
- Financial: Pension, life assurance at 8 x basic salary, group income protection, long term disability insurance, interest free season ticket loan, bonus scheme – you will be eligible to participate in the Company’s Bonus Scheme, share incentive plan, financial and mortgage advice