At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply – you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK’s leading social enterprise we’re dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving communities for both our customers and employees.
More About The Team
We are now looking to hire an Operations Manager on a FTC basis for 12 months with the possibility of being made permanent. This is an exciting time to join a growing business function.
More About Your Role
The Operations Manager is a leading role within the team reporting directly to the Portfolio Manager. You will play a key role in managing the delivery of all property management services within the business area and continuously improve management services that will meet budget targets and client expectations. After successfully completing your role you will work three days at home and two days in the office (Tuesday and Wednesday). At Places for People we are committed to a safe working environment so a basic DBS check is mandatory.
More About You
The Operations Manager will be responsible for delivering property management services – for void properties and administrative tasks, in line with current legislation and best practice. As well as continually assessing existing operational procedures, you will work closely with other senior managers to determine what is best practice and implement a uniform approach. Ensuring customer service is of a high standard is a key part of this role. Line management is a key part of the role and you will be expected to undertake appraisals and lead on the development of other members of staff.
The successful candidate will have:
- Knowledge of the property sector is desirable
- Experience of leading and managing teams
- Sound financial skills
- Analytical/problem solving skills
- Stakeholder engagement skills
The Benefits
We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you job security and all the challenge you could wish for. Here people can flourish, thrive, better themselves and work in fantastic communities with inspirational colleagues and customers. We know that there’s always more we can do to make you smile, that’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to help colleagues save money or make their lives a little bit easier which can include:
- Excellent holiday pay and sick pay
- Pension with matched contributions
- Training
- Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more
Safeguarding
At Places for People safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment. By joining Places for People you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities.
Armed Forces
We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant. Places for People will guarantee an interview for any candidate who is serving or has formerly served in the Armed Forces, as a reservist, armed forces veteran (including the wounded, injured and sick), cadet instructor and military spouse/partner and who meets the essential criteria for the vacancy.
Disability Confident
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident scheme certified as Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This helps us to successfully employ and retain people with disabilities and health conditions. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview. The Equality Act 2010 (Disability Discrimination Act 1995 for NI) defines a disabled person as someone who has a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative effect on their ability to do daily activities.
Neurodivergent
Neurodiverse individuals have highly valuable skills, and we recognise that a traditional interview process sometimes works against them and doesn’t allow them to self‑advocate. Neurodiverse applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview.
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More About The Team
We are now looking to hire an Operations Manager on a FTC basis for 12 months with the possibility of being made permanent. This is an exciting time to join a growing business function.
More About Your Role
The Operations Manager is a leading role within the team reporting directly to the Portfolio Manager. You will play a key role in managing the delivery of all property management services within the business area and continuously improve management services that will meet budget targets and client expectations. After successfully completing your role you will work three days at home and two days in the office (Tuesday and Wednesday). At Places for People we are committed to a safe working environment so a basic DBS check is mandatory.
More About You
The Operations Manager will be responsible for delivering property management services – for void properties and administrative tasks, in line with current legislation and best practice. As well as continually assessing existing operational procedures, you will work closely with other senior managers to determine what is best practice and implement a uniform approach. Ensuring customer service is of a high standard is a key part of this role. Line management is a key part of the role and you will be expected to undertake appraisals and lead on the development of other members of staff.
The successful candidate will have:
- Knowledge of the property sector is desirable
- Experience of leading and managing teams
- Sound financial skills
- Analytical/problem solving skills
- Stakeholder engagement skills
The Benefits
We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you job security and all the challenge you could wish for. Here people can flourish, thrive, better themselves and work in fantastic communities with inspirational colleagues and customers. We know that there’s always more we can do to make you smile, that’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to help colleagues save money or make their lives a little bit easier which can include:
- Excellent holiday pay and sick pay
- Pension with matched contributions
- Training
- Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more
Safeguarding
At Places for People safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment. By joining Places for People you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities.
Armed Forces
We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant. Places for People will guarantee an interview for any candidate who is serving or has formerly served in the Armed Forces, as a reservist, armed forces veteran (including the wounded, injured and sick), cadet instructor and military spouse/partner and who meets the essential criteria for the vacancy.
Disability Confident
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident scheme certified as Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This helps us to successfully employ and retain people with disabilities and health conditions. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview. The Equality Act 2010 (Disability Discrimination Act 1995 for NI) defines a disabled person as someone who has a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative effect on their ability to do daily activities.
Neurodivergent
Neurodiverse individuals have highly valuable skills, and we recognise that a traditional interview process sometimes works against them and doesn’t allow them to self‑advocate. Neurodiverse applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview.
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