Property Compliance Manager

Cambridge City Council; Hartford; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government body in the United Kingdom is seeking a Property Compliance Manager to lead a team in ensuring the safety and compliance of housing properties. The role involves managing contractor performance, updating safety strategies, and providing expert advice on compliance areas. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in health & safety management and relevant qualifications. This full-time position offers a salary of £52,413 to £56,782 per annum.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in landlord health & safety and compliance management.
• In-depth knowledge of compliance areas including fire safety and legionella.
• Collaborative and outcomes-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of compliance professionals and oversee compliance performance.
• Shape and update safety strategies in line with legislation.
• Manage contractor performance and compliance programmes.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical thinking

Contractor management

Education

HNC in Building Surveying

NEBOSH certification

Specialist compliance certifications

Job description

Are you an experienced property compliance professional ready to lead on landlord and building safety across a diverse property portfolio? Join Cambridge City Council as our Property Compliance Manager and help ensure the safety, integrity, and compliance of our housing stock and council‑owned properties. In this vital role, you'll lead a dedicated team of compliance professionals and work collaboratively across departments to implement robust safety strategies, ensure legislative compliance, and manage a wide range of contractor‑led works. You'll be at the forefront of creating a safer, greener, and more efficient Cambridge.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading a team of compliance professionals, overseeing all aspects of compliance performance and improvement.
• Shaping and updating safety strategies and policies in line with legislation and best practice.
• Managing contractor performance and delivering housing compliance programmes.
• Providing expert advice on fire safety, asbestos, legionella, and building risk management.
• Ensuring compliance through audit, assurance, and robust reporting mechanisms.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in landlord health & safety and compliance management.
• In‑depth knowledge of compliance areas, the top six, including asbestos, fire safety, and legionella.
• Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and contractor‑management skills.
• Relevant qualifications such as HNC in Building Surveying, NEBOSH, and/or specialist compliance certifications.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and outcomes‑focused approach.

What We Value

• Cambridge City Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and embraces diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
• Respect and inclusion – treating everyone fairly and with kindness.
• Flexibility and growth – supporting work‑life balance and development.
• Team spirit – working together to achieve great results for our city.

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Position Details

Hours: This is a full‑time role, for 37 hours per week. Contract: Permanent. Salary: £52,413 to £56,782 per annum (City Pay Band 8), pro rata for part time.