Property Management Assistant

Hybrid in Morpeth·Added 11 days ago (last checked 9 Nov)

Northumberland Council

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Our summary

Work mode: Hybrid, Morpeth
Contract: Fixed-term
Closing date: Apply by Sunday 22 November
Holiday: 26 days holiday

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

A good standard of education, including GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths
Proven experience in an administrative or office-based role, ideally within property, maintenance, or a local authority environment
Strong IT skills, including confidence in using Microsoft Office applications and corporate record-keeping systems
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally with officers, contractors, and external stakeholders

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

£27,274 to £29,071

The role

We are seeking a Property Management Assistant to provide administrative support to the Council’s Statutory Maintenance Team. The role supports Technical Statutory Maintenance Officers in the delivery and monitoring of statutory compliance across the Council’s property portfolio. This role will primarily support the Solar PV Team.

What you'll do

Duties include maintaining compliance records, processing certification and statutory documentation, updating corporate systems, coordinating correspondence, and maintaining service level agreement documents. The postholder will support reporting and help ensure statutory maintenance obligations are met in line with legislative and Council requirements.

How you'll work

Fixed term to March 2029

Contract: Fixed Term

Pay frequency: Monthly

This role operates on a hybrid working basis; however, there will be a requirement to work from County Hall, particularly during the initial training period and at times of increased service demand. Flexibility to attend the office as required is essential.

What You'll be Doing

The ideal candidate will have strong administrative experience, good attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively within a small team. The role requires good organisational skills, the ability to prioritise workloads, and confidence in using standard Microsoft systems. Effective communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential.

Why choose us?

We offer a supportive and flexible working environment where your expertise can make a real difference across the organisation, alongside a fantastic benefits package including

26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
Flexi scheme – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)

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