Facilities Manager

LGELGUGB; Bradford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Facilities Manager in Bradford to enhance the workplace experience across its offices. The role involves overseeing operational services, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving innovative workplace strategies. Candidates should have proven facilities management experience and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including annual leave and wellbeing support.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Wellbeing and mental health benefits

Matched pension contributions up to 10%

Access to a car benefit scheme

Online learning platform for career development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in facilities management within dynamic environments.
• Multi-site management experience.
• Experience in creating inclusive workplaces.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all facilities operational services and processes.
• Drive innovative ideas in the workplace environment.
• Manage and deliver a range of hard and soft services.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Creative thinking

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Team building

Job description

We’re looking for a Facilities Manager to join our team in Bradford, United Kingdom.

You will be responsible for supporting the UK and Global Facilities organization (including Safety and Security) by leading the operational facilities for our Bradford and Leeds offices. As Facilities Manager, you'll oversee all facilities operational services and processes, ensuring an excellent workplace experience for our users.

What will you be doing?

1. Creating an optimal employee experience related to services provided by Liberty Global facilities.
2. Creating offices where people feel free, safe, and welcomed.
3. Driving innovative ideas in the workplace environment to ensure a high level of employee experience.
4. Developing a deep understanding of the voice of our employees and culture to identify key opportunities to improve quality of experience and promote engagement, collaboration, and support within Facilities.
5. Supporting the future workplace strategy based on current business needs and workplace trends through stakeholder management.
6. Collaborating with internal communications, HR, and DE&I teams to ensure consistency, inclusivity, and best practices in our office spaces.
7. Contributing to operational and capital budgets, supervising spend, and financial forecasting with relevant stakeholders, focusing on efficiency and cost management.
8. Managing and delivering a range of hard and soft services through both directly employed staff and outsourced providers.
9. Representing the Bradford office and supporting global teams on risk management, Security & Safety initiatives, including business continuity and evacuation plans.
10. Overseeing space planning, analyzing occupation levels, managing relocations, and liaising with HR and teams.
11. Coordinating with external vendors to ensure high-quality, integrated facilities management services.
12. Monitoring performance against KPIs and SLAs of service providers.
13. Performing other duties as assigned.

Context/Environment:

• Based in Bradford, UK, with oversight and travel to Leeds and Sheffield offices.
• Collaborating with other Liberty Global facilities locations and relevant local authorities.
• Supporting the UK Facilities Sr Manager as needed.

We tend to look for people with:

• Proven experience in facilities management within dynamic, stakeholder-focused environments.
• Multi-site management experience.
• Experience in creating inclusive workplaces.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in developing and managing KPIs and SLAs related to vendor agreements and end-user satisfaction.
• Knowledge of compliance with industry codes for building, health & safety, security, and related topics.
• Strong facilitation, team building, relationship, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills at all organizational levels.
• Creative thinking and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; native English preferred, additional languages advantageous.
• Leadership experience in motivating and managing teams.
• Ability to handle varied workloads efficiently.
• Understanding of budget management and reporting.
• Team-oriented but proactive and independent work approach.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary plus potential performance bonus.
• 25 days annual leave, with options to purchase additional days.
• Wellbeing and mental health benefits, including apps, medical, critical illness, and dental insurance.
• Matched pension contributions up to 10%.
• Access to a car benefit scheme.
• Online learning platform for career development.
• Opportunity to join an innovative, fast-paced, passionate team.

Who we are:

Join Liberty Global and shape tomorrow’s connections today!

We connect people through cutting-edge technology, investing in fibre and 5G networks, serving over 85 million fixed and mobile connections via brands like Virgin Media O2, VodafoneZiggo, and Telenet. Our Ventures portfolio includes over 75 companies in content, tech, and infrastructure, such as ITV, Formula E, Liberty Blume, AtlasEdge, and Egg. We prioritize diversity, equity, and sustainability, using technology for good. If you're entrepreneurial and thrive on challenges, join our high-performing team.

Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds.