Role: Associate Director
Location: Field based covering a portfolio in/around Birmingham
Salary: Competitive Salary plus benefits
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm (35 hours per week)

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Property management professional with experience in managing a multi-property portfolio.
• Inspirational leader with experience in managing teams to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Confident and articulate communicator, able to build relationships with diverse customers and clients.
• Resolution-focused with a creative approach to problem-solving and effective issue resolution.
• Comprehensive understanding of Health & Safety regulations, building safety, and Leasehold management principles.

YOUR ROLE, YOUR IMPACT

As an Associate Director, you will manage a team of Property Managers across the West Midlands, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional service delivery. Lead and inspire a team of property managers, fostering their growth through regular performance reviews, feedback, and coaching. Drive success by ensuring KPIs and SLAs are consistently achieved, while creating a supportive and high-performing team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional meetings to set and review portfolio priorities, focusing on process improvements.
• Drive service innovation and promote a culture of service excellence across the team.
• Lead business development efforts, including sales meetings, presentations, and bids for growth and profitability.
• Oversee Property Manager action plans, managing risks and implementing corrective actions for at-risk schemes.
• Conduct regular site audits and monitor KPIs to ensure standards are met across the portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies and procedures, addressing any non-compliance issues.
• Manage escalated complaints, providing resolutions and handling major legal matters with support from the legal team.
• Proactively manage contractors and consultants to ensure efficient project completion within scope and specification.

By joining us as an Associate Director, you will play a pivotal role in achieving our vision:

• Impactful Work: You will directly support FirstPort’s mission to elevate industry standards and provide an exceptional service to our customers.
• Professional Growth: With access to accredited training and development programmes, you will be empowered to reach your potential.
• Supportive Environment: We foster a culture where collaboration and innovation thrive, ensuring you feel valued and supported every step of the way.
• A Future of Opportunity: Be part of a forward-thinking organisation that is shaping the future of residential property management in the UK