Housing & Property Manager

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Housing & Property Manager in Liverpool on a temp to perm basis, with a salary of just under 38k per annum. This is a full-time position, working 37.5 hours per week and will be required to travel across the region, so a driving licence with valid business insurance is required.

Your new role

• Overseeing the day-to-day housing and tenancy management of all properties within your portfolio
• Property advertisements, screening prospective customers, negotiating lease agreements with private landlords and RSLs, sign ups with new tenants
• Coordinating health & safety and risk assessment processes, ensuring compliance with relevant requirements and legislation
• Monitoring rent/service charge issues including arrears, coordinating rent recovery procedures, advising on breaches of tenancy and agreeing actions with customers/colleagues to maximise income, minimise evictions and reduce arrears
• Monitoring completion of work by contractors & cleaning staff and ensuring appropriate security measures are in place in all buildings
• Assisting with bid submission for new/renewal contracts, liaising with current/prospective landlords to review and agree new arrangements, completion of relevant reports including annual returns and reviews

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience working for a social landlord or supported housing service with a good knowledge of housing legislation, housing management processes including tenancies, leases, repairs, maintenance and rent/service charge issues
• Knowledge and understanding of the welfare benefits system and health & safety regulations in relation to housing management
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, confidence in liaising with stakeholders at all levels
• Driving licence with access to own vehicle and valid business insurance

What you'll get in return

• Temp to perm contract
• Competitive salary
• 36 days annual leave including bank holidays

What you need to do now

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