Property Assistant

Property Assistant
Rotherham
£28,400
12 month Fixed Term Contract
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
My client are looking for a highly organised and motivated individual to join their team. You will be the first point of contact for estate queries and deal with a wide range of property related matters efficiently and professionally.
This role will support the organisation in the administration of the estates and facilities management ensuring compliance with legislation and organisational standards.
This is an exciting and new role within the organisation and a great opportunity for someone with a background in property or estates management with strong administration and customer service skills.
As Property Assistant you will:
* Be the first point of contact for any property and estates enquires and undertake a wide range of administrative duties to support the estates management function.
* Provide detailed information to the senior management team regarding the organisations land interests to aid the interpretation of land related documentation.
* Ensure full records of all sites are correctly recorded and maintained on the organisations database and paper recording system.
* Research the organisations land interests including accessing historic and land registry records.
* Maintain and organise property repairs and maintenance by liaising with contractors and suppliers.
* Visit sites to support on-going activity as may be required, documenting and highlighting issues where identified.
* Work with colleagues in the finance team to ensure financial records relating to property are accurately maintained, invoices issued and paid as necessary.
The essential qualities, skills and experience you will need to apply for this role:
* Experience of working in property or estates management, residential or commercial property administration
* Excellent customer services skills and be confident liaising with a wide range of clients and third parties
* A pragmatic approach with the ability to assess individual situations and take a practical and appropriate response to tasks.
* Excellent IT skills including with competence in all Microsoft Office packages and experience of using and maintaining databases to a high standard.
* Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise work
* High attention to detail and problem solving skills
* Understanding of confidentiality and dealing with sensitive issues
* Driving licence and access to own vehicle
CLD Recruitment (Leeds) Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. CLD Recruitment (Leeds) Ltd is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.