Assistant Building Manager

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate company is looking for an Assistant Building Manager in central London. This role involves supporting the management of a prestigious commercial building by ensuring high-quality service delivery, maintaining records, and assisting in financial processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a proactive approach to property management.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial property management and customer service.
• Understanding of service charge budgeting and RICS standards.
• Strong administrative skills with Microsoft Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with occupiers and service providers for customer service.
• Maintain property records and compliance documentation.
• Assist in managing service charge budget and contractor performance.

Skills

Commercial property management

Customer service

Service charge budgeting

IT skills (Microsoft Office 365)

Sustainability knowledge

Communication skills

Team-oriented attitude

Education

IOSH certification

Job description

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Our client, a leading real estate business, is seeking a proactive and professional Assistant Building Manager to support the management of a prestigious commercial building in central London. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an innovative and sustainable development.

Overview

The successful candidate will support the Building Manager in overseeing day-to-day property operations, serving as the primary contact for occupiers and service partners on all property-related matters. This role requires excellent administrative and communication skills, a customer-focused mindset, and a commitment to high service standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a key liaison for occupiers and service providers, ensuring consistent, high-quality customer service.
• Maintain up-to-date property records, databases, and compliance documentation.
• Assist in implementing policies, procedures, and ESG initiatives across the estate.
• Support with finance processes, including raising purchase orders and invoice tracking.
• Take responsibility for coordinating meetings, managing action points, and providing accurate documentation.
• Monitor contractor performance, support permit-to-work processes, and oversee compliance tracking.
• Assist in managing the service charge budget and ensuring occupier obligations are clearly communicated.
• Promote and uphold the client’s vision and values in all aspects of service delivery.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in commercial property management and customer service.
• Understanding of service charge budgeting and RICS professional standards.
• Familiarity with contractor and permit-to-work processes.
• Knowledge of sustainability and ESG principles in a property context.
• Strong administrative and IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office 365.
• Professional communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships.
• A positive, team-oriented attitude and a willingness to learn.
• IOSH

This is a varied and rewarding role within a forward-thinking environment. The ideal candidate will be driven, well-organised, and eager to support the evolution of an estate that sets the benchmark for urban regeneration.