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Your new company A forward-thinking London local authority is seeking an experienced Disrepair Manager to join its Housing Directorate. With a strong commitment to delivering safe, high-quality homes and improving outcomes for residents, the organisation is undertaking an ambitious transformation programme across its housing services. Your new role As Disrepair Manager, you will lead on the effective management of housing disrepair across the borough, ensuring claims are handled efficiently, compliantly and with a strong customer focus. You will manage a small specialist team and work closely with internal teams, contractors and legal representatives to drive performance and deliver service improvements.Key responsibilities include:>Leading on the investigation and management of disrepair and Environmental Protection Act claims>Managing and developing a team of disrepair surveyors and support staff>Ensuring full compliance with disrepair protocol, legislation and health & safety requirements>Monitoring performance, identifying trends and insights to inform continuous service improvement>Managing contractor performance and ensuring value for money and quality delivery>Acting as a key liaison with solicitors, residents, contractors and internal stakeholders>Overseeing complaint resolution and enhancing customer satisfaction outcomes>Supporting wider repairs and maintenance service delivery, including inspections and quality assuranceYou will play a key role in driving a proactive and data-led approach to disrepair, improving outcomes for residents while minimising risk. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will bring:>Strong experience in housing repairs, maintenance or disrepair management>Proven track record of managing legal disrepair cases and claims>Sound knowledge of housing legislation, including the Landlord and Tenant Act and disrepair protocol>Experience managing contractors, performance and service delivery>Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills>Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving ability>A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a commitment to service improvement>Relevant construction or building qualification (e.g. HNC or equivalent) What you'll get in return Up to 31 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days>Opportunity to shape the future of housing asset management and repairs services in a major London borough>A key leadership role within a high-impact transformation programme>Collaborative and supportive working environment>Competitive local government benefits package, including access to the Local Government Pension Scheme - a market-leading defined benefit scheme with circa 18%+ employer contribution>Flexible working opportunities What you need to do now This campaign is being managed exclusively by Hays. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. For a confidential discussion or if you have any questions, please contact me directly using my Hays contact details. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Description Hello, we're Starling. We are proud to be the first British bank founded by a woman, Anne Boden. We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,000 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices. Our technologists are at the very heart of Starling and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We are deeply committed to closing the gender gap in technology; from our partnership with Code First Girls to our internal 'With Women' and 'Embrace' networks, we actively champion diverse women in tech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Starling is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, discovering, to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five Starling values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. About the role Our Technology Operations team is the first line of support for Starling Group, both internally for our colleagues and externally for our technology partners. We look after all the technical queries in our primarily Apple Mac estate that our employees and external partners raise on a daily basis, supporting the critical infrastructure of the bank, alongside the day to day needs of our teams. In this role, you'll get the opportunity to really understand the core functionality of the bank, working closely with our internal teams and key suppliers. It's very important to us at Starling that staff have the best possible experience with the technology they use on a daily basis. We deploy primarily Macs but also have some Windows PC's in the estate, supplemented by a number of SaaS applications. Our computers are managed by a combination of Jamf and Intune, and sit on our Meraki network. We have zero physical infrastructure on site barring networking, so you won't find Active Directory here. Externally, we support the relationships we have with key suppliers, payment schemes and banking partners; triaging and escalating as needed. As a Technology Operations Analyst, you'll be the face of support for technology for all staff at the bank, assisting with hybrid support for our colleagues and external partners, whilst sharing solutions that improve technology outcomes for all. You also will: Provide 1st line technology support/security issues raised in Slack, email and face-to-face office interactions. Facilitate onboarding training for new employees: ensuring staff have access to the equipment, software and services they need to work efficiently. Help the team to manage asset inventory, procurement, repairs, auditing and licensing. Computer hardware provisioning from returned stock. Arrange collection of leavers hardware. Perform daily office equipment checks, ensuring all conference rooms are fully functional at the start of each day. Check display TVs are working properly. Requirements Knowledge and experience of supporting either macOS or Windows is a must. Adept at coping in a technically complex and fast-changing environment An interest in and suitable understanding of Starling's technology. Exposure to incident management processes is beneficial. Provide 1st line technology support/security issues raised in Slack, email and face-to-face office interactions. Facilitate onboarding training for new employees: ensuring staff have access to the equipment, software and services they need to work efficiently. Helping the team to manage asset inventory, procurement, repairs, auditing and licensing. Computer hardware provisioning from returned stock. Arranging collection of leavers hardware. Experience in operational support of suppliers and outsourced vendors is beneficial. We enable our customers to manage their money 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whenever they need us, we will be there. As such, we are looking for people who can commit to 37.5 hours a week between 7am-10pm Monday to Sunday. Benefits 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling Bank is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we may process, where we may process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.

Director of Asset & Repairs Lochaber Housing Association A rare executive opportunity to shape homes, services and communities in one of Scotland's most distinctive areas. The Opportunity Lochaber Housing Association is seeking an exceptional senior leader to join the organisation as Director of Asset & Repairs, a strategically important appointment with responsibility for leading asset management, compliance, sustainability and repairs property and services across the business. This is a leadership role, offering the opportunity to play a key part in shaping the long-term future of the organisation's homes, property services and investment strategy, while helping to ensure the continued delivery of safe, sustainable and high-quality homes for the communities it serves. Working closely with the Chief Executive, Board and Executive Team, the successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across a broad portfolio, combining long-term planning with operational oversight, organisational influence and a strong customer focus. This role will suit an experienced and commercially aware senior leader with a strong background in asset management, property and repairs services, construction, housing or the wider build environment. The successful candidate will bring strategic capability, leadership credibility and a clear understanding of governance, compliance, investment planning and service performance within a regulated environment. This is an opportunity to step into a role where you can make a genuine and lasting impact, influencing not only service delivery, but the wider strategic direction of a respected and purpose-led organisation. Key Areas of Responsibility Asset Management & Investment Strategy Repairs, Maintenance & Property Services Regulatory Compliance & Health & Safety Sustainability, Energy Efficiency & Decarbonisation Customer Experience & Service Improvement Financial Planning, Procurement & Value for Money Team Leadership & Organisational Culture Strategic Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement About Lochaber Housing Association Lochaber Housing Association is a purpose-led organisation committed to providing good quality, affordable homes and housing services for local people and communities across Lochaber. With a strong social purpose and deep local connection, the organisation plays an important role in supporting sustainable communities and delivering meaningful impact across the region. Guided by values including teamwork, respect, commitment and communication, Lochaber Housing Association offers the opportunity to join an organisation where professionalism, service and community impact go hand in hand. Why Lochaber? Relocating to Lochaber offers far more than a career move, it provides the opportunity to build a lifestyle in one of Scotland's most naturally beautiful and distinctive regions. Located in the heart of the Highlands, Lochaber is known for its dramatic scenery, open space, mountain landscapes, lochs and strong sense of place. It will appeal to individuals who value space, balance, wellbeing, community and a slower, more grounded pace of life. Fort William provides the main local base for everyday amenities and services, while Inverness remains the nearest larger city for more extensive retail, shopping and wider facilities. For the right person, this role offers the chance to combine executive leadership with a genuinely different and rewarding way of life. What We're Looking For Significant senior leadership experience in asset management, property services, construction, repairs or housing Strong experience within a regulated or governance-led environment A track record of leading strategic improvement, investment planning and service delivery Strong understanding of compliance, risk, health & safety and operational performance Commercial awareness and financial leadership capability The ability to lead, influence and inspire at executive level Benefits The successful candidate will have the opportunity to join a respected and purpose-led organisation in a key executive leadership role, with a package designed to reflect the importance of the appointment. Benefits include: Competitive salary and benefits package Relocation costs will be considered The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a community-focused organisation A rare chance to combine executive leadership with a distinctive Highland lifestyle Apply To find out more about this opportunity, or to express interest in confidence, please contact: Laura McCormick RG Setsquare Recruitment (url removed) (phone number removed) Visit: (url removed)> RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Finance Business Partner - Assets, Repairs & Maintenance Manchester, Greater Manchester £55,500 per annum Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week), Agile working arrangements in place Closing date: 6th July 2026 Interview date: Week commencing 13th July 2026 Interview Location: Oaklands House, Suite 2, Second Floor, Oaklands House, 34 Washway Road, Sale, M33 6FS Our organisation is all about people - the people who live in our homes, the communities we serve, and those we work with. So, it's no surprise that we recruit for attitude and behaviour which are central to us building relationships and delivering great experiences for these people. We employ colleagues who are passionate about making a difference who will take responsibility to get things done. As a not-for-profit housing association, providing affordable homes and services to more than 20,000 people across Greater Manchester. We have a strong social purpose and make it our mission to enable people to live well in their home and community. This role will help us to do this by providing a proactive financial support and advice to budget holders based on a sound understanding of the relevant business area whilst supporting the Financial Controller. In this role, you will be responsible for Preparation of timely financial reporting for the Repairs and Assets directorate, in accordance with the monthly management accounts timetable. Undertake monthly meetings with budget holders for the relevant business area to discuss their management accounts (including team listings) and provide insight to enable operational decision making. Provide day to day management of the Assistant Business Partner and Assets and Insurance Officer, including appraisal, mentoring, training and development Contribute to the financial reports issued monthly to the Leadership Team and quarterly to Board We need people who are or have Accounting qualification, such as CIMA/ACCA Experience providing expert advice, support and challenge to colleagues and being able to communicate and present complex financial information to non-finance colleagues Knowledge of relevant accounting standards, recommended practice and guidance Experience working with financial and other systems Everyone's welcome here. Our culture is inclusive, and we are committed to increasing diversity. We enable everyone to be themselves at work, so that they feel at home with us. And we trust and support people to do their best, in a role that is fulfilling and rewarding because we know that this helps us to deliver better outcomes for our customers and our colleagues. If you want to be part of our team and help us make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Your new company A forward-thinking London local authority is seeking an experienced Disrepair Surveyor to join its Housing Directorate. With a strong commitment to delivering safe, high-quality homes and improving outcomes for residents, the organisation is undertaking an ambitious transformation programme across its housing services. Your new role As a Disrepair Surveyor, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality disrepair services across the borough. Working closely with the Disrepair Manager and wider housing teams, you will provide technical surveying expertise, manage complex cases and ensure works are delivered to a high standard.This is a field-based role involving regular site visits across the borough, diagnosing repairs, managing contractors and ensuring timely and compliant service delivery.Key responsibilities include:> Producing and managing Scott Schedules and supporting legal processes where required> Undertaking site inspections, post-inspections and quality assurance checks> Managing contractors to ensure timely delivery, quality and value for money> Monitoring and reporting on performance, risk and service delivery outcomes> Ensuring compliance with health & safety, CDM regulations and building safety requirements> Supporting customers through complex cases, ensuring a high standard of customer service> Working collaboratively with internal teams, including tenancy, legal and repairs services> Contributing to service improvements and performance optimisation> You will play a key role in delivering a proactive, customer-focused disrepair service while ensuring compliance and mitigating risk. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will bring:> Strong experience in housing disrepair surveying within the public sector> Proven ability to diagnose building defects and deliver effective remedial solutions> Experience managing contractors, work orders and post-inspections> Knowledge of housing legislation, disrepair processes and health & safety requirements> Ability to manage a high-volume, fast-paced workload across multiple sites> Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills> A customer-focused, pragmatic approach to problem-solving> Relevant building/construction qualification or equivalent experience> Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use What you'll get in return Up to 31 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days> Opportunity to shape the future of housing asset management and repairs services in a major London borough> A key role within a high-impact transformation programme> Collaborative and supportive working environment> Competitive local government benefits package, including access to the Local Government Pension Scheme - a market-leading defined benefit scheme with circa 18%+ employer contribution> Flexible working opportunities What you need to do now This campaign is being managed exclusively by Hays. If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. For a confidential discussion or if you have any questions, please contact me directly using my Hays contact details. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Quantity Surveyor Location : Evesham, Worcestershire (Hybrid Working Available) Salary : £46,887 per annum + £1,300 Essential Car User Allowance Contract Type : Permanent, Full Time Hours : 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in social housing repairs, maintenance, and asset investment programmes. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused professional who understands contractor management, Schedule of Rates (SoRs), valuations, payment assessments, and cost control from a client-side perspective. Reporting to the Senior Contract Manager, this role offers a blend of office-based, hybrid, and site-based working, providing commercial and financial oversight across a range of property services. You will play a key role in ensuring value for money, robust cost control, contractual compliance, and the successful delivery of customer-focused housing services. The Role As a Quantity Surveyor, you will provide professional commercial and quantity surveying support across responsive repairs, planned maintenance, and asset investment contracts. Working closely with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders, you will help drive financial performance, improve efficiencies, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Key Responsibilities : Manage the commercial and financial aspects of repairs, maintenance, and investment contracts. Prepare, monitor, and report on budgets, forecasts, expenditure, and financial performance. Assess and validate contractor valuations, applications for payment, variations, and final accounts Review and challenge contractor costs and claims to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and Schedule of Rates (SoRs). Undertake cost analysis, benchmarking, and value-for-money reviews to identify efficiencies and savings opportunities. Support procurement and tendering exercises, including preparation of tender documentation, pricing analysis, and evaluation processes. Assist in the management of contracts from tender stage through to final account settlement. Work closely with operational teams to monitor contractor performance in relation to cost, quality, and service delivery. Provide commercial advice and support across the Property Directorate. Support the management of disrepair cases, insurance claims, and complex property projects from a contractual and financial perspective. Conduct site visits to validate completed works, variations, and contractor valuations. Prepare financial reports, performance data, and management information for key stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of efficient processes and systems. About You Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within Social Housing, Housing Maintenance, Responsive Repairs, Planned Works, Voids, or Asset Management. Degree-qualified or professionally qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline. Experience working within a Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Surveyor role within construction, housing, property maintenance, or asset management. Strong understanding of construction contracts, commercial management, and cost control principles. Experience managing contractor payments, valuations, variations, and final accounts. Knowledge of responsive repairs, planned maintenance, capital works, or housing asset investment programmes. Strong working knowledge of Schedule of Rates (SoRs), contractor valuations, payment assessments, variations, and cost management is essential. Experience acting on the client side, managing contractors and ensuring value for money across repairs and maintenance programmes. Excellent analytical, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting skills. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the confidence to challenge and influence appropriately. Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use. Benefits Hybrid working and flexible hours. £1,300 annual car allowance plus mileage expenses. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service). Up to 9% employer pension contribution. And So much more! Quantity Surveyor Commercial Surveyor Senior Quantity Surveyor Housing Association Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Planned Works Asset Management Contract Management Procurement Cost Control Valuations Budget Management Construction Worcestershire Evesham

Your new company A forward-thinking London local authority is seeking an experienced Disrepair Manager to join its Housing Directorate. With a strong commitment to delivering safe, high-quality homes and improving outcomes for residents, the organisation is undertaking an ambitious transformation programme across its housing services. Your new role As Disrepair Manager, you will lead on the effective management of housing disrepair across the borough, ensuring claims are handled efficiently, compliantly and with a strong customer focus. You will manage a small specialist team and work closely with internal teams, contractors and legal representatives to drive performance and deliver service improvements.Key responsibilities include: Managing and developing a team of disrepair surveyors and support staff>Ensuring full compliance with disrepair protocol, legislation and health & safety requirements>Monitoring performance, identifying trends and insights to inform continuous service improvement>Managing contractor performance and ensuring value for money and quality delivery>Acting as a key liaison with solicitors, residents, contractors and internal stakeholders>Overseeing complaint resolution and enhancing customer satisfaction outcomes>Supporting wider repairs and maintenance service delivery, including inspections and quality assurance You will play a key role in driving a proactive and data-led approach to disrepair, improving outcomes for residents while minimising risk. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will bring: Proven track record of managing legal disrepair cases and claims>Sound knowledge of housing legislation, including the Landlord and Tenant Act and disrepair protocol>Experience managing contractors, performance and service delivery>Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills>Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving ability>A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a commitment to service improvement>Relevant construction or building qualification (e.g. HNC or equivalent) What you'll get in return Up to 31 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days>Opportunity to shape the future of housing asset management and repairs services in a major London borough>A key leadership role within a high-impact transformation programme>Collaborative and supportive working environment>Competitive local government benefits package, including access to the Local Government Pension Scheme - a market-leading defined benefit scheme with circa 18%+ employer contribution>Flexible working opportunities What you need to do now This campaign is being managed exclusively by Hays. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. For a confidential discussion or if you have any questions, please contact me directly using my Hays contact details. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Finance Business Partner - Assets, Repairs & Maintenance Manchester, Greater Manchester £55,500 per annum Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week), Agile working arrangements in place Closing date: 6th July 2026 Interview date: Week commencing 13th July 2026 Interview Location: Oaklands House, Suite 2, Second Floor, Oaklands House, 34 Washway Road, Sale, M33 6FS Our organisation is all about people the people who live in our homes, the communities we serve, and those we work with. So, it s no surprise that we recruit for attitude and behaviour which are central to us building relationships and delivering great experiences for these people. We employ colleagues who are passionate about making a difference who will take responsibility to get things done. As a not-for-profit housing association, providing affordable homes and services to more than 20,000 people across Greater Manchester. We have a strong social purpose and make it our mission to enable people to live well in their home and community. This role will help us to do this by providing a proactive financial support and advice to budget holders based on a sound understanding of the relevant business area whilst supporting the Financial Controller. In this role, you will be responsible for Preparation of timely financial reporting for the Repairs and Assets directorate, in accordance with the monthly management accounts timetable. Undertake monthly meetings with budget holders for the relevant business area to discuss their management accounts (including team listings) and provide insight to enable operational decision making. Provide day to day management of the Assistant Business Partner and Assets and Insurance Officer, including appraisal, mentoring, training and development Contribute to the financial reports issued monthly to the Leadership Team and quarterly to Board We need people who are or have Accounting qualification, such as CIMA/ACCA Experience providing expert advice, support and challenge to colleagues and being able to communicate and present complex financial information to non-finance colleagues Knowledge of relevant accounting standards, recommended practice and guidance Experience working with financial and other systems Everyone s welcome here. Our culture is inclusive, and we are committed to increasing diversity. We enable everyone to be themselves at work, so that they feel at home with us. And we trust and support people to do their best, in a role that is fulfilling and rewarding because we know that this helps us to deliver better outcomes for our customers and our colleagues. If you want to be part of our team and help us make a difference, we d love to hear from you.

Working for Cornwall Housing Cornwall Housing is proud to be at the forefront of delivering customer-focused housing services across Cornwall. As an Arm's Length Management Organisation, you will join an organisation who manage and maintain around 10,200 homes, alongside leasehold properties, shops, land and neighbourhoods located across the Cornwall region. Everything Cornwall Housing do is driven by a clear purpose - to provide safe homes, and help build strong, thriving communities for everyone. What sets Cornwall Housing apart is the commitment to reinvesting in communities. You will work in close partnership with Cornwall Council, and crucially with residents whose voices are represented and play a vital role in shaping services. Joining Cornwall Housing means being part of an organisation where you can genuinely make a difference. You will have an opportunity to influence change, contribute to continuous improvement, and help to deliver better outcomes for customers every day. Your new role As a Head of Service at Cornwall Housing, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance services that directly impact customers and communities across Cornwall. Working closely with the Executive Director of Property Services and as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will be able to influence strategic direction while ensuring excellent operational delivery across a large and diverse housing portfolio. You will oversee significant service areas and partnerships, with accountability for a substantial budget and responsibility for leading both direct and wider teams. In this role, you will: Lead the delivery of responsive repairs, planned works, voids, capital programmes and adaptations, ensuring a high-quality, customer-focused service. Shaping and influencing the strategic direction of asset management services, contributing to business planning, risk management, and long-term improvement. Work collaboratively with Cornwall Council, partners and residents to enhance service delivery and ensure alignment with the management agreement. Drive performance and value for money across three locality-based maintenance contracts, managing key contractor partnerships. Champion customer satisfaction by ensuring services are responsive, reliable, and meet the regulator of social housing consumer standards. Use data, insight and technology to improve efficiency performance and overall service outcomes. What you'll need to succeed To thrive in this exciting new role, you will bring forward a combination of technical expertise, leadership capability, and a strong track record of delivering high-quality, customer-focused services within a complex housing or asset management environment. You will have: A relevant professional qualification (such as CIH Level 4, degree, HNC or equivalent), or be willing to work towards achieving CIH supported by extensive experience in responsive and planned repairs and maintenance. A proven track record of successfully leading high-performing repair and maintenance services within a housing environment. Excellent knowledge of procurement processes, health and safety, CDM and risk management. Experience in leading, motivating and developing teams, creating a cohesive and high-performance culture. Sound understanding of partnering contract models, including TPC and JCT contracts. Proven ability to build effective partnerships and maintain strong relationships with customers, contractors, and stakeholders. What you'll get in return This is more than just a job - this is an opportunity to build a rewarding career with an organisation that truly values people and the communities it serves. Your total reward package includes generous annual leave entitlement to support a healthy work-life balance, access to a contributory pension scheme, flexible hybrid working arrangements (with time in an office each week required), and access to training and development opportunities and a clear commitment to your professional and personal development. You will also receive a salary of 80,729 per annum. What you need to do now Please click 'apply now' if you may be interested in being considered for this position. Alternatively, for an informal exploratory conversation please contact Tom Yeo from Hays - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Finance Manager - Property & Assets Location: Hybrid home working / Didsbury / Manchester Salary: 49,934 increasing to 51,783 after 6 months Full Time / 35 hours per week / Permanent About Us Southway Housing Trust is a committed and forward-thinking community focused housing association dedicated to providing excellent homes and outstanding customer care. With a vision of Thriving Communities, Southway manages over 6,500 homes across Greater Manchester. Southway strives to reduce child poverty, loneliness and isolation and increase employment, social connectedness and pride in neighbourhoods. Our REACH values of Respect, Equity, Ambition, Compassion and Honesty reflect Southway's culture, how we deliver our services, and our relationships with customers, colleagues and partners. Southway values diversity in all aspects of its communities and operations. Candidates / Role An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Finance team for a Finance Manager - Property & Assets to lead Southway Group's financial monitoring of its property and assets programme. This will entail collaborative work with service managers whilst preparing and reporting KPIs to demonstrate performance and driving improvements through internal controls and processes. You will also have: - Advanced accounts and general ledger skills. - Excellent verbal communication skills, able to explain financial information to residents and manage relations with internal customers effectively - Strong excel skills, with a knowledge of a range of functions and their application. Your main responsibilities would include: 1. Lead the development of effective reporting tools and financial data reports for the Property Services and Assets Teams to support the provision of good quality information for decision making, including concise written reports for the Executive and others. 2. Regular reporting of key performance indicators to show performance against targets (operational and financial), trends and any risk to Southway including non-compliance, reduced income/spend levels, loss of grant, ensuring escalation where necessary to develop remedial actions. 3. Contrast the results of stock condition surveys to Business Plan assumptions. Prepare and monitor long term budgets based on data from various sources including programme schedules, survey results and data from housing management system. This should outline any slippage, savings, acceleration and overspends, with corresponding impacts on current and future year budgets. 4. Support preparation of programme returns and grant claims to external partners (identifying works, administration and staffing elements), ensuring all data and explanations are evidenced with colleagues before submission. 5. Prepare fixed asset register and general ledger entries using data from the stock investment programme to ensure the accountancy for the capital works costs and related grant are correctly identified for individual properties and components. 6. Prepare budgets for Property Services including analysis of different workstreams (and agree recharges between DLO and the client) to ensure value for money is achieved via operational delivery. 7. Ensure the Finance Apprentice (Property & Assets) liaises productively with budget holders to analyse results and consider actions to deliver effective budgetary control. 8. Identify and drive improvements in processes and procedures which impact the financial performance of the repairs and maintenance service. 9. Assist budget holders to operate an effective system of electronic purchase order and invoice authorisation routines, resolving individual users' difficulties. Support budget holders to enable them to navigate through the financial processes, including the NOPO report, to improve data integrity and accurately record costs and grant income to be accrued. 10. Provide information to Finance Operations team supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts, annual statutory accounts and other reports as required (e.g. Funders Report) outlining performance and explanations on variances. Closing Date: Monday 13 October 2025 Interview Date: w/c Monday 20 October 2025 For an informal discussion about this role please contact Bhups Gohil, Assistant Director of Finance . We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from suitably skilled people from all sectors of the community. All applicants who have a disability or are ex armed forces that meet the minimum essential criteria for the post will be invited to interview. If you have a disability or are ex armed forces, please tell us about this on your application form and please let us know about any special arrangements you would like us to make if you are invited in for an interview.

Role Overview We have a great opportunity within our Building Projects & Consultancy team for an experienced Associate Director/Director Building Surveyor to join the team. The role will provide the opportunity to work alongside industry experts, delivering clear and commercial advice to clients. You will work as part of a team, whilst also being giving the platform to lead and deliver instructions independently. The role offers excellent routes to success with prospects to learn and progress your personal and career development. You will have the opportunity to develop existing clients whilst also being provided with the tools to win and secure new instructions as part of our business development initiatives. Working alongside and supporting our internal property management clients is a key aspect, with the opportunity to nurture existing and new client relationships Click here to download the full job specification. Please ensure you read this before applying. What we offer you: Career and Professional Development 25-30 Days Annual Leave, depending on grade Life Assurance Private Medical Scheme Virtual GP Global Mobility Scheme Rewards Platform Company Pension Scheme Enhanced Incremental Annual Leave Find out more about Savills offer Team Overview Our surveyors work across high-end residential, commercial business space, as well as the retail and logistics sectors. In the Building Surveying Projects team, we are maximising the capital and rental value of our client's assets, undertaking design, project management and contract administration across a range of instructions, including internal refurbishment and fit-out work; project management of M&E upgrades; external repairs and re-decoration; building defects and pathology investigations, and licence to alter monitoring. Recruitment agencies Savills only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been previously contacted and directed by a member of our recruitment team. We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to Savills or any of our employees other than via our careers website and through our recruitment process. If this is not adhered to, agency fees will not be paid.Submission of any unsolicited CVs or proposals to Savills will be deemed evidence of full and unlimited acceptance of this approach.

We are one of the world s leading property companies, with an outstanding reputation for delivering exceptional results and fostering career growth. We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Surveyor to join their dynamic Property Management team in Birmingham. Key Responsibilities: Manage a diverse portfolio of commercial properties Deliver high-quality service to clients and tenants, ensuring the efficient operation of the properties Oversee property inspections, maintenance, and repairs Provide expert advice on property valuation, leasing, and market conditions Work closely with senior management to develop and implement strategic plans for asset management and property performance What We Offer: A genuine opportunity for career progression, with a clear path to Associate Director/Director roles Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package A collaborative and supportive team environment with access to industry-leading resources Continuous professional development and training opportunities Ideal Candidate: MRICS qualified (or working towards) Proven experience in property management, ideally in commercial and/or mixed-use properties Strong communication, negotiation, and client relationship skills Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively If you're looking for an exciting role with genuine career advancement potential, we d love to hear from you. To apply or for more information, please get in touch with us confidentially.