Assistant Building Manager

Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in property management is seeking an Executive Consultant for Facilities Management. The role involves supporting the Building Manager at a prestigious office building in the City of London, with opportunities for career development and training. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience in building management and strong communication skills. A positive work culture and competitive salary are offered.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Experience in property, facilities, or building management role.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Proactive and eager to learn from senior colleagues.
• Awareness of health & safety regulations (IOSH/NEBOSH desirable).

Responsibilities

• Support the Building Manager with day-to-day operations.
• Assist with managing service partners and ensuring compliance.
• Build relationships with occupiers and handle queries.
• Oversee health & safety and sustainability initiatives.
• Contribute to budget management and service charge reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Customer-first mindset

Proactive approach

Job description

Executive Consultant, Facilities Management

Cobalt Recruitment is proud to be working with a leading name in the real estate industry as they seek an Assistant Building Manager to join the on-site team at a prestigious 400,000 sq. ft. multi-tenanted commercial office building in the City of London.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a renowned property brand offering genuine career development, structured training, and a supportive working culture. You'll work closely with an experienced Building Manager, Operations Manager, and Technical Services Manager, gaining exposure to all aspects of building management.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Building Manager with the smooth day-to-day operation of the building, ensuring the highest standards are maintained.

Assist with managing service partners across hard and soft FM disciplines, ensuring top-quality delivery and compliance.

Build strong relationships with occupiers, handling queries efficiently and maintaining excellent communication.

Help oversee health & safety, statutory compliance, and sustainability initiatives across the asset.

Contribute to budget management, service charge reporting, and procurement processes.

Support building projects and improvement works alongside the wider on-site team.

About You

Experience in a property, facilities, or building management role-ideally within a multi-tenanted commercial environment.

Strong communication and organisational skills with a customer-first mindset.

A proactive, hands-on approach and eagerness to learn from senior colleagues.

Awareness of health & safety regulations (IOSH/NEBOSH desirable).

Ambition to progress your career within a market-leading property business.

What's on Offer

The chance to work on a landmark 400,000 sq. ft. building in the heart of the City of London.

Collaboration with a high-performing on-site team, offering exposure to all areas of FM.

A positive, people-focused culture where professional growth and development are championed.

Competitive salary and benefits package with clear progression opportunities.