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Morgan Hunt currently requires an Housing Estate Manager for Housing Co-Op based in North London on a permanent basisSalary from: £40,000 to £50,000 per year pending on experienceHours: 37.5 hrs Mon to FriLocation: North LondonThe ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate the following characteristics:
CIH Professional Qualification
Experience of instituting legal proceedings for breach of tenancy conditions
Up to date knowledge of housing legislation particularly in relation to rent
Significant experience of development and implementation of housing management policy and procedures
Significant experience leading and managing in a housing management role
A knowledge of SAGE, Excel and Sassha management systems is desirable, although training will be provided. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and dynamic individual who takes pride in maintaining a well-run estate and providing excellent services to residents.
Job Role:1. Property Maintenance and Upkeep:
Ensuring that the buildings, grounds, and infrastructure are well-maintained and in good repair. This includes managing repairs, overseeing renovations, and regular maintenance tasks, including contractor liaison and undertaking estate inspections with staff or representatives from the management committee.2. Staff Management:Hiring, training, and supervising staff, such as gardeners, security personnel where necessary, and other workers needed for the smooth operation of the estate or as the committee may request from time to time.3. Financial Management:A financial mind is a big plus, as is experience with project and budget management. Working with the treasurer and our auditors/accountants, overseeing the budgets, managing expenses, and ensuring cost-effective operations. This also involves handling payroll, managing accounts, and keeping accurate and up-to-date financial records. A knowledge of SAGE, Excel and Sassha management systems is necessary, although training will be provided.4. Event Planning and Coordination:Organizing and overseeing events and functions on the estate, ensuring everything runs smoothly and meets the standards expected by residents.Including AGMs, dealing with seminars, training and other representatives such as our bankers and contractors, police, etc. The estate manager ensures high standards of service and customer satisfaction.5. Security: Implementing and managing security measures to protect the estate, its inhabitants, and its assets. This can involve coordinating with security personnel if required, installing and maintaining security systems, and establishing protocols and dealing with the ICO (data protection etc.)6. Liaison and Communication: Acting as the primary point of contact between Housing and our tenants, partners, vendors, contractors and local authorities. The estate manager is required to work alongside our complaints handler and in addition, attend sub and committee meetings to provide information and advice if required.7. Compliance and Legal Matters: Ensuring that the estate complies with local laws and regulations and deals with the self-assessment code in line with the housing ombudsman submission requirements. This includes but is not limited to property tax management, environmental regulations, estate insurance and health and safety matters. Ensuring that Housing rents are managed, collected and that tenancy conditions are adhered to.8. Project Management: Overseeing special projects, such as construction of new facilities, landscape redesign, or other significant improvements or changes to the estate.9. Estate Development and Planning: In line with the management committee, making strategic decisions about the future development ofthe estate, including potential expansion, diversification of activities, or enhancement of current facilities.
Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
