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About the Role

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an Assistant Building Manager to support the Building Manager in overseeing the day-to-day management of a trophy building. This role offers exposure to compliance, operational performance, financial management, sustainability, and occupier engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support the Building Manager in daily operational management of commercial properties.
• Coordinate maintenance activities using CAFM systems.
• Manage occupier queries and ensure prompt resolution.
• Assist with maintaining legal and statutory compliance, including health and safety.
• Monitor contractor performance.
• Support property inspections and maintain accurate records.
• Raise purchase orders, process invoices, and assist with budget management.
• Contribute to risk assessments, audits, and emergency planning.
• Support sustainability reporting and environmental data maintenance.
• Assist with insurance claims, complaint resolution, and stakeholder communications.
• Provide cover for the Building Manager during absences.
• Foster positive relationships with clients, occupiers, suppliers, and internal teams.

Requirements

• Proven experience in Facilities Management, Property Management, or Building Management.
• Strong understanding of performance-based contracts and service delivery standards.
• Experience working collaboratively with property, finance, and operational teams.
• Knowledge of budget monitoring, cost control, and service charge management.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client and occupier relationships.
• Experience managing contractors and service partners.
• Understanding of current legislation and compliance requirements for commercial property management.
• Working knowledge of CAFM systems and electronic logbook platforms.
• Experience coaching, mentoring, or supporting colleague development.
• Strong IT proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Skills

• Problem-solving skills with a solution-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with a proactive and positive attitude.
• Customer-focused with a passion for service excellence.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to balance operational priorities while maintaining high service standards.
• Professional, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement.
• High levels of emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and resilience.

Location

• City

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Professional

Education Level

• IWFM Level 3 Certificate (or equivalent) desirable.
• IOSH Health & Safety qualification.
• Membership of a relevant professional body, such as IWFM.
• AssocRICS qualification desirable.
• Relevant facilities, property, or building management education and professional development are advantageous.

About the Company

• Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a global leader in real estate services, leveraging specialized expertise to deliver innovative solutions and exceptional value to owners and occupiers.
• With 52,000 employees in nearly 400 offices across 60 countries, we are one of the largest firms in the industry, with more than 100 years of history.
• In 2023, we generated $9.5 billion in revenue from our core services.
• Learn more at www.careers.cushmanwakefield.com.

Equal Opportunity

• Cushman & Wakefield is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.
• All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
• Cushman & Wakefield is committed to equity in employment, and our goal is to have a diverse, inclusive and barrier-free workplace.
• If you are a person with a disability and need any other accessible accommodations during the hiring process, you are invited to bring this to the Talent Acquisition Advisor’s attention once they have made contact.