Assistant Property Manager (North)

Malmaison Belfast; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hotel brand is seeking an Assistant Property Manager for the North Region. The role involves supporting day-to-day operations and maintenance activities across various properties, vendor management, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate should have hospitality experience, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication. This position requires regular travel and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a property or maintenance manager in hospitality preferred.
• Attention to detail and strong organisational capabilities.
• Familiarity with construction and project management processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day property operations coordination.
• Support the Property Manager in overseeing Maintenance Managers.
• Help manage contractor and supplier relationships for timely service.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication

Understanding of health and safety regulations

Familiarity with maintenance processes

Process improvement mindset

Tools

MS Office

Property management systems

Job description

Overview

Role: Assistant Property Manager - North Region

Salary: Competitive Salary & Benefits

Location: North

Malmaison and Hotel du Vin have 37 inspiring boutique hotels across the two brands within the UK. This position supports the 18 properties in the North Region from Manchester to Aberdeen. The role requires regular travel between sites and may include other regions of the hotel group depending on business needs.

We are seeking an Assistant Property Manager to support the Property & Development team. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic environment where you will assist the Property Manager in overseeing operational and maintenance activities of the hotels. This role involves vendor management, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, supporting budget and cost control efforts, and promoting sustainable practices.

You will provide essential operational and administrative support, acting as a key liaison between internal teams and external stakeholders such as finance, development managers, and contractors. You will help maintain high standards of property performance, safety, and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination and execution of day-to-day property operations, including maintenance manager support, hotel visits, and safety protocols.
• Support the Property Manager in leading and guiding Maintenance Managers and their teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Help manage relationships with contractors and suppliers, ensuring timely service delivery and adherence to contractual obligations.
• Aid in monitoring property spend, tracking budgets, and identifying opportunities for cost efficiencies under the guidance of the Property Manager and Director.
• Assist with regular property inspections and audits to ensure compliance with health, safety, and building regulations. Support the implementation of safety procedures. Support, follow up and clear any audit actions found.
• Support initiatives aimed at energy efficiency, waste management, and other ESG-related activities, assisting with data collection and reporting.
• Help coordinate property and maintenance projects, repairs, and renovations, including liaising with contractors and internal teams. For example pre-start meetings including minutes, ensuring everyone is clear on scope and ways of working.
• Review and maintain records of maintenance activities, inspection reports, and other documentation required for compliance and performance tracking. Provide updates to various stakeholders on findings and actions required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a property or maintenance manager in the hospitality sector is preferred.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with construction, hard FM, and project management processes.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with maintenance processes and vendor management.
• Proficiency in MS Office and property management systems such as CAFM and compliance portals.
• Process improvement mindset, with a proactive approach to streamlining workflows and automating manual tasks.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team with shared passion.
• National travel will be required; a willingness to travel is important.
• Eligible to work in the UK.